Svalbard Odyssey
Revel in the diversity of the Svalbard Island and sail into the kingdom of the polar bear. We explore the coastline, with no open sea crossings, against a backdrop of spectacular glacier covered peaks. We discover deep fjords in the west; mysterious, fossil-rich desert plains in the east; and best of all, seals and whales in the Arctic pack ice. This voyage offers the best chance for seeing reindeers and polar bears, and features wildflower walks across sweeping tundra, trapper camps and historic sites. On foot and by Zodiac, we visit abandoned whaling settlements, search for walrus, arctic fox and reindeer and observe millions of migratory birds, including little auks, guillemots and puffin.
The word ‘Arctic’ comes from the Greek word for bear, ‘arktos’, which refers to two celestial bodies visible in the Arctic sky year-round. The constellations in question are Ursa Major meaning ‘Great Bear’ and Ursa Minor, 'Little Bear', which contains Polaris, the North Star.
The wilderness of the Arctic region is substantial and crucial for the migration and breeding of whale and bird populations from around the world. It remains one of the wilderness areas most critical for global diversity.
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day 0 |
Funken Lodge | Longyearbyen |
2 nights |
B&B |
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day 2 |
The Greg Mortimer |
12 nights |
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day 14 |
Scandic Kirkenes | Kirkenes |
1 night |
B&B |
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B&B: Bed and Breakfast |
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16 Days / 15 Nights
From £9431 per person based on twin share
in a Stateroom category B
Includes:
- Flights in economy with Scandinavian Airlines via Oslo
- 2 nights at The Funken Lodge in Longyearbyen in a double room
- 12 nights onboard The Greg Mortimer Ship operated by Aurora Expeditions on Full Board Basis with activities **
- 1 nights at The Scandic Kirkenes on B&B basis
- Fully-serviced accommodation in your chosen stateroom or suite
- Daily shore excursions, guided walks, Zodiac cruises and some activities^
- Entry fees to historic or tourist sites
- An experienced team of destination specialists, activity leaders, and local guides*
- An informative and entertaining lecture program by our team of experts
- Daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, afternoon tea and snacks. House wines, beer and soft drinks included with dinner
- Captain’s Welcome and Farewell drinks including four-course dinner, house cocktail, house beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages
- Complimentary 3-in-1 polar jacket on polar voyages
- Complimentary use of Muck boots during the voyage
- Complimentary use of fitness centre
- Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic
- Comprehensive pre-departure information and our Arctic Primer booklet
- Personalised voyage photo book (post-voyage)
- Port surcharges, permits and landing fees
* on selected voyages
^ weather permitting
** kayaking extra charge
Excludes:
Travel Insurance
- Any tax or fare increase once the rates are published with the airlines.
- Optional excursions not included in the voyage itinerary
- All items of a personal nature including but not limited to: alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (outside of dinner service), laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses, gratuities, Wi-Fi, email or phone charges
