Svalbard: An Archipelagic Adventure - 8 Days - $6,282
Trip Summary and Itinerary Map
- 6 full days exploring Svalbard = 12 planned off-ship excursions
- Choose to travel on one of two vessels carrying just 152 or 192 guests
- Arctic operational experience since 2022
- Expedition staff to guest ratio of 1:12
- Includes a pre-cruise hotel stay and return Copenhagen-Longyearbyen charter flights
- Coffee, tea, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages available 24 hours per day
- Complimentary expedition parka, waterproof rucksack and water bottle to keep
- One-off kayaking session available (additional cost)
Start from Copenhagen and end at Copenhagen
Landmarks potentially visited on Svalbard: An Archipelagic Adventure
Operator's Itinerary
Pre-cruise night in Copenhagen
Arrive in Denmark's cutting-edge capital city and stay overnight at a premium hotel, included as part of your trip.
Day 1: Embark on your ship in Longyearbyen
Today, you'll take a charter flight to the world’s northernmost town. It sits on Spitsbergen – the largest of Svalbard’s islands – and lays claim to the highest-latitude high street and pub. It’s also home to the North Pole Expeditions Museum, which charts the dramatic early attempts to reach the pole by air. The surrounding Arctic waters are rich in marine life, from bowhead whales and elusive narwhals to the walruses often spotted hauled out on the ice.
Days 2 to 7: Exploring Svalbard
Svalbard, deep within the Arctic Circle, is the realm of the polar bear, home to around 600 of these iconic predators. Its landscapes are strikingly diverse, from towering glaciers and magnificent fjords in the north to tundra plains and pebbled beaches nearer Longyearbyen. The sea ice beyond the fjords offers prime hunting territory for bears, while walrus, Svalbard reindeer, ringed seals and Arctic foxes also thrive in this high-latitude wilderness.
Day 8: Disembark in Longyearbyen and fly to Copenhagen
Today, you'll disembark from your ship back in the world's most northerly town. From here, you'll take a charter flight back to Copenhagen, where you can continue your travels or fly home.
NOTE: This itinerary is for guidance only as each voyage will vary depending on ice and weather conditions, and opportunities to see wildlife. Flexibility is key and all part of the adventure of an expeditionary cruise.
About The Ship
SH Vega
The bridge
Club lounge
Observation lounge
Club Lounge - light lunch buffet
The mudroom
The sauna
The Jacuzzi
The pool
- PC5 ice-class rating on its ice-strengthened hull and extra long stabilisers, perfect for tackling ever-changing polar waters
- Spacious staterooms with large panoramic windows or private balconies
- A relaxed atmosphere throughout provided by onboard team of 120 crew.
- Eclectic mix of guides provide exploration and educational opportunities
Our top tip while on SH Vega is to stand out on the unique Swan’s Nest at the bow. It's surprisingly sheltered from wind and the perfect tucked-away spot for wildlife viewing.
Nardus Erasmus Arctic Sales Specialist
Prices, Departures and Inclusions
Prices quoted below are per person based on 2 people sharing. Cabin availability changes all the time so please contact us for up-to-date details and information on specific cabin availability.
* Note: Prices are per person. Paid in USD ($) - figure above is based on today's exchange rate. Actual cost $6282
Single Supplement And Child Policy
For those travelling solo, the single supplement varies between 1.75-2 times the cost of a twin berth, depending on the cabin category booked. There are occasional special promotions that reduce this supplement, so please contact us for more details.
Children aged 8 years old or over are permitted on this trip. A child between 6 to 8 years old may be considered in some circumstances, decided on a case-by-case basis.
Optional Adventure Activities
Enhance your trip with the following add ons. Limited places per activity.
Get in contact to check availability.
| Activity | Cost | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|
| Kayaking | $250 | One-off paddle session using double kayaks. Available on all departures, subject to weather and ice conditions. Previous kayaking experience is required. Onboard booking only; if heavily subscribed, a lottery system will be put into place. |
Includes
- One night pre-cruise accommodation in Copenhagen with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel (exemptions apply)
- Return charter flights Copenhagen-Longyearbyen
- Group return transfers from airport to the cruise port
- Voyage aboard the vessel as indicated in the itinerary
- All meals onboard and 24-hour room service
- Coffee, tea, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages available 24 hours per day
- Lecture programmes by the experienced expedition team and guest speakers
- Onboard gratuities and port taxes
- Complimentary expedition parka, waterproof rucksack and water bottle to keep
- Loan of rubber boots for the voyage duration
- Onboard gratuities and port taxes
- Standard low-data, text-only WIFI where the connection allows
Excludes
- International flights to/from the starting point for your cruise arrangements
- Transfers from the airport to the hotel if you arrive early
- Optional one-off paddling excursion
- Premium wines and spirits
- Purchases from the ship’s boutique and any spa treatments
- Laundry services (access to a complimentary self-service laundrette is also available)
- Visas where required
- Travel insurance
- Optional premium WIFI to allow for photo sharing, voice calls and streaming (full duration sign-up required)
- Any hotel requirements pre- or post-cruise unless otherwise stated within the itinerary description
