Voyage Overview
Experience extraordinary wildlife and spectacular Arctic scenery under the midnight sun.
Travel to Svalbard in the heart of summer when wildlife is active, wildflowers are in bloom and the ice recedes allowing access to locations further north. Experience zodiac cruises and tundra hikes in pristine fjords and alongside glaciers. Search for walrus haulouts on remote beaches, and scour the sea ice for polar bears and seals. This is the small group Arctic experience you’ve been searching for!
Trip Details
Duration: 10 Days
Ship: Vikingfjord, Micro Expedition Ship, 12 Guests
Start: Longyearbyen, Norway
End: Longyearbyen, Norway
Highlights:
- 8 planned days in Svalbard
- Having excellent opportunities to spot unique Arctic wildlife such as reindeer, walruses, polar bears, arctic foxes, seals and whales
- Visiting historical sites and/or a research station
- Experiencing the pristine high Arctic with just 11 other guests
- Great guide to guest ratio
Trip Itinerary Overview:
Day 1: Embarkation in Longyearbyen
Days 2-9: Exploring Svalbard
Day 10: Disembark Longyearbyen
Tour Dates
- April 2027 to September 2027
| Dates | Availability | |
|---|---|---|
Jun 13 – Jun 22, 2027 (10 days) | Available | view pricing chart |
Jun 22 – Jul 1, 2027 (10 days) | Available | view pricing chart |
Jul 1 – Jul 10, 2027 (10 days) | Very Limited | view pricing chart |
Jul 10 – Jul 19, 2027 (10 days) | Available | view pricing chart |
Jul 19 – Jul 28, 2027 (10 days) | Available | view pricing chart |
Jul 28 – Aug 6, 2027 (10 days) | Available | view pricing chart |
Aug 6 – Aug 15, 2027 (10 days) | Available | view pricing chart |
Itinerary
Day 1: Embarkation in Longyearbyen
Depart Longyearbyen at 4pm. Sail past striking Fuglefjella (Bird Mountain), a fine example of plateau mountainous landscape, as we leave Longyearbyen.
Days 2-8: Exploring Svalbard
Explore the Arctic wilderness while hiking the tundra, zodiac cruising, visiting historical sites and sailing into the pack ice to search for wildlife. While there is no set itinerary, below are some locations you may visit.
Poolepynten, a headland on Prins Karls Forland, home to a walrus colony and burial site.
Take a Zodiac cruise of Fjortende Julbreen, a stunning glacier, and Fjortende Julibukta, a scenic bay in Krossfjord.
Land at Sallyhamna, a hut built in 1937, rich in history and cultural remains from the 1600s whaling period.
Search the ice edge, a dynamic setting of texture and light, home to seals, seabirds, and polar bears.
Explore the island of Kvitøya, taking in the walrus colony and cultural remains of the Andreeneset headland.
Take a Zodiac cruise to see Storisstraumen and a ship cruise to Bråsvellbreen of the Austfonna ice cap, Europe’s third-largest glacier by volume and area.
Marvel at Alkefjellet, a stunning bird cliff, nesting location of Brünnich guillemot.
See the historical site at Bruceneset in beautiful Alicehamna bay, during a Zodiac cruise or hike.
Land at Hamburgbukta to view remains from the 1600s whaling industry.
Visit Ny-Ålesund Research Station, the world’s northernmost year-round research facility, and Kongsfjorden, with landings and cruises to its two glaciers, Kronebreen and Kongsbreen.
Alkhornet showcases the change in geology from plateau to edge-dominated, alpine mountainous landscape.
Day 9: Return to Isfjorden and Longyearbyen
Day 10: Disembark
Disembark in Longyearbyen at 9:00am.
This voyage does not follow a fixed itinerary. The preference is to embrace spontaneity and make the most of every opportunity nature presents to us. This is how we believe a true, authentic expedition should run. After all, the thrill of adventuring into the unknown is more rewarding than a journey that runs on tracks! So listed itineraries are for guidance only. The day-to-day activities may vary depending on the ice, the weather, and the wildlife. Landings are subject to site availability and permissions, and always in line with AECO regulations.
Trips & Rates
Please note, rates are Per Person in USD
Availability & prices are subject to change at anytime
Aug 6 – Aug 15, 2027 (10 days)
| Start: | Longyearbyen, Norway |
| End: | Longyearbyen, Norway |
| Cabin Category | Signature Twin/Double | Signature Suite | Signature Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $19,995 | $22,995 | $22,995 |
| Availability | Open | Open | Open |
Jul 28 – Aug 6, 2027 (10 days)
| Start: | Longyearbyen, Norway |
| End: | Longyearbyen, Norway |
| Cabin Category | Signature Twin/Double | Signature Suite | Signature Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $19,995 | $22,995 | $22,995 |
| Availability | Open | Open | Open |
Jul 19 – Jul 28, 2027 (10 days)
| Start: | Longyearbyen, Norway |
| End: | Longyearbyen, Norway |
| Cabin Category | Signature Twin/Double | Signature Suite | Signature Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $19,995 | $22,995 | $22,995 |
| Availability | Open | Open | Open |
Jul 10 – Jul 19, 2027 (10 days)
| Start: | Longyearbyen, Norway |
| End: | Longyearbyen, Norway |
| Cabin Category | Signature Twin/Double | Signature Suite | Signature Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $19,995 | $22,995 | $22,995 |
| Availability | Open | Open | Open |
Jul 1 – Jul 10, 2027 (10 days)
| Start: | Longyearbyen, Norway |
| End: | Longyearbyen, Norway |
| Cabin Category | Signature Twin/Double | Signature Suite | Signature Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $19,995 | $22,995 | $22,995 |
| Availability | Limited | Limited | Limited |
Jun 22 – Jul 1, 2027 (10 days)
| Start: | Longyearbyen, Norway |
| End: | Longyearbyen, Norway |
| Cabin Category | Signature Twin/Double | Signature Suite | Signature Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $19,995 | $22,995 | $22,995 |
| Availability | Open | Limited | Open |
Jun 13 – Jun 22, 2027 (10 days)
| Start: | Longyearbyen, Norway |
| End: | Longyearbyen, Norway |
Summer Soltice
| Cabin Category | Signature Twin/Double | Signature Suite | Signature Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $19,995 | $22,995 | $22,995 |
| Availability | Open | Limited | Open |
Voyage Ship
Vikingfjord
The smallest vessel we offer, the MV Vikingfjord provides the chance to experience the Arctic wilderness in an intimate group of just 12 guests. This cozy ship was rebuilt from the ground up in 2023 and features a modern Scandinavian design.
Cabins & Deck Plan
Signature Suite
DECK 3
Located on deck 3 (cabin #8), the Signature Penthouse features 1 double bed, private bathroom, windows, a desk & chair and wardrobe.
161 sq ft. (15 m2)
1-2
1 double
Signature Twin/Double
DECK 1
Signature Twin/Double (cabins 1-4) are located on deck 1 and feature your choice of 1 double bed or 2 twin beds, private bathroom, window, a desk & chair and wardrobe.
161 sq ft. (15 m2)
1-2
1 double or 2 single
Signature Single
DECK 1
DECK 2
Signature Single cabins are located on decks 1 and 2 (cabins 6 & 7) and have single bunk beds, window and wardrobe.
108 sq ft. (10 m2)
1
1 single
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions:
- Roundtrip Longyearbyen airport transfers.
- Transfer from your hotel to the ship on embarkation day.
- Lectures & workshops on board, and daily exploratory activities
- Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and beverages served during meals
- Rubber boots for loan
- One piece waterproof insulation suites for loan
- AECO fees, and operational fees and permits included
Exclusions:
- Flights to / from Longyearbyen
- Pre and post hotel nights in Longyearbyen
- Travel and cancellation insurance
- Gratuities
- Additional expenses outside of what is included in the voyage or optional activities
- Additional purchases or services on board
Solo Travelers
Are you traveling alone? Solo travelers have the following options.
- Book a Signature Single Cabin
- Book into a share cabin and be paired with another guest of the same gender
- Book a twin cabin with a single supplement. Please enquire for pricing.
