Spitsbergen: Realm of the Ice Bear

7 nights from £8,716pp departing Thursday 11th Jun 2026

Focussing on the largest island of the Svalbard Archipelago, we slice through pack ice to find walrus and bearded seals, and sail along spectacular fjords surrounded by jagged mountains that pierce the sky. We keep our eyes peeled for the regal polar bears hunting on ice while guillemots nest in high cliffs away from the hungry jaws of arctic foxes. Stretch your legs on walks across tundra adorned and discover historical camps of explorers and hunters.

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	11th11	JunJun	202626	Oslo, Norway, embark on the Greg Mortimer
Oslo is the capital of Norway and is also its largest city, situated at the head of Oslo Fjord and surrounded by hills and forests. Home to some 50 museums and full of galleries, cafés, a sculpture park and the Royal Palace, this vibrant city with its handsome 19th-century buildings and wide streets has much to offer. Its history dates back 1,000 years, and includes a rich seafaring heritage that ranges from the Viking era to Thor Heyerdahl’s Kon Tiki expedition. Discover more about this exciting city on our varied selection of excursions. Having made your way to Oslo, you will be met by a representative of Aurora Expeditions and transferred to your group hotel. Upon arrival at your included hotel, please visit the Aurora Expeditions hospitality desk to collect your luggage cabin tags and to speak with our ground operations team, who may have information to share with you about pre-embarkation or to provide you with information about where to dine, withdraw cash or purchase last minute items from a local pharmacy or supermarket. The remainder of your time is at leisure. All meals today are at your own expense. Accommodation: The Clarion Hotel Oslo (or similar)
	12th12	JunJun	202626	Oslo, Norway
Oslo is the capital of Norway and is also its largest city, situated at the head of Oslo Fjord and surrounded by hills and forests. Home to some 50 museums and full of galleries, cafés, a sculpture park and the Royal Palace, this vibrant city with its handsome 19th-century buildings and wide streets has much to offer. Its history dates back 1,000 years, and includes a rich seafaring heritage that ranges from the Viking era to Thor Heyerdahl’s Kon Tiki expedition. Discover more about this exciting city on our varied selection of excursions. This morning, please ensure your cabin luggage is fitted with cabin tags clearly labelled with your name and cabin number. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before transferring to the airport for our charter flight to Longyearbyen for embarkation. Any valuables or personal items should be kept on you throughout the day. In Longyearbyen, explore the town on a guided tour. After the tour, you will be transferred directly to the pier to embark in the late afternoon. Settle into your cabin before attending important safety briefings and enjoy the thrill of departure as we ‘throw the lines’ and set sail. Note: the excursion is contingent on the arrival time of our charter flight to Longyearbyen.
	13th13	JunJun	202626	Spitsbergen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
The island of Spitsbergen is the largest in the Svalbard Archipelago and offers Arctic wilderness at its best. The members of our experienced Expedition Team, who have made countless journeys to this area, will use their expertise to tailor our day-to-day itinerary, choosing the best options, based on the prevailing weather, sea-ice conditions and the possibility of encounters with wildlife. Phenomenal fjords, magnificent mountains ranges, and a polar desert rich in fossils, set the stage for heroic tales of early exploration. See walrus hauled-out on sea ice or on beaches. On land, we stretch our legs on walks across tundra carpeted in brightly coloured wildflowers. We visit towering cliffs noisy with nesting guillemots and puffins, and scree slopes that hold Svalbard’s largest little auk colonies. If you have chosen an optional activity such as kayaking, you will have an opportunity to enjoy that activity when conditions allow. For those who are enthusiastic to participate in a polar plunge, as soon as conditions are suitable, you will hear the announcement to prepare for an exhilarating dip – a memory you will savour for years to come.
	14th14	JunJun	202626	Spitsbergen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
	15th15	JunJun	202626	Spitsbergen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
	16th16	JunJun	202626	Spitsbergen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
	17th17	JunJun	202626	Spitsbergen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
	18th18	JunJun	202626	Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, disembark the Greg Mortimer
Longyearbyen is the biggest settlement in Svalbard. Seat of the Norwegian administration, it also has the best services and infrastructure in the archipelago. Located deep in the Adventfjord, a sidearm of the Isfjorden (Icefjord), Longyearbyen’s airport can be used all-year round, but its harbor is blocked by ice in winter. Most shops, hotels, restaurants and a hospital are within easy walking distance of the port. One of the most prominent buildings in town is the UNIS center, where several Norwegian universities have joined forces to operate and offer the northernmost higher education to both Norwegian and international students. Adjacent to UNIS, and well worth a visit, is the Svalbard Museum, covering the natural history and exploitation of Svalbard. Remnants of the former mining activity can be seen all around Longyearbyen and even in town. During the early morning, we cruise back into Longyearbyen. Farewell your Expedition Team upon disembarkation and enjoy some free time before transferring to the airport for your return charter flight to Oslo to continue your journey.

Greg Mortimer

Launch Year

2019

Tonnage

7,400

Capacity

132

Cabins

Accessible

Deck 8

Deck 7

Deck 6

Deck 5

Deck 4

Deck 3

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Aurora Stateroom

Greg Mortimer features 15 porthole rooms, all with private en-suites. Located on Deck 3, they're close to the mudroom and loading platforms, perfect for adventurers who are looking for a comfortable base that's close to the action.

Twin or double bed
Private En-suite
Porthole window
Desk area
Closet space
Sofa bed (can sleep 3rd passenger in select cabins)
Room-controlled thermostat
Safe for storing valuables
42" flat-screen TV

Aurora Stateroom Triple

There are six Aurora Stateroom Triple cabins featuring portholes, all with private en-suites. Located on Deck 3, they're close to the mudroom and loading platforms. *Please note the Aurora Stateroom Triple cabins are only available on certain departures

3 single beds / 1 double & 1 single bed
Private En-suite
Porthole window
Desk area
Closet space
Room-controlled thermostat
Safe for storing valuables
42" flat-screen TV

Aurora Stateroom Twin

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
AS2G	Aurora Stateroom Twin	£8,716	£8,716

The Greg Mortimer features eight Aurora Stateroom Twin cabins featuring portholes, all with private en-suites. Located on Deck 3, they're close to the mudroom and loading platforms, perfect for adventurers who are looking for a comfortable base that's close to the action.

Twin single beds
Private En-suite
Porthole window
Desk area
Closet space
Room-controlled thermostat
Safe for storing valuables
42" flat-screen TV

Balcony Stateroom

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
BSCG	Balcony Stateroom C (Forward / Aft)	£9,436	£9,436
BSBG	Balcony Stateroom B (Off Midship)	£9,916	£9,916
BSAG	Balcony Stateroom A (Midship)	£10,636	£10,636

With 58 rooms available, the Greg Mortimer's Balcony Staterooms are the most abundant cabin category on board. All include en-suite bathrooms, floor to ceiling windows and balconies and a select number are also connecting rooms, perfect for families or groups.

Twin or double bed
Private En-suite
Floor to ceiling window
Desk area
Closet space
Private balcony
Room-controlled thermostat
Safe for storing valuables
42" flat-screen TV

Captain's Suite

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
CSG	Captain's Suite	£17,276	£17,276

The largest of all our rooms, the Greg Mortimer's singular Captain's Suite will take you to the polar regions in ultimate style and comfort. Complete with large lounge area, balcony, walk-in wardrobe and en-suite, you'll need to get in early to secure this suite.

Twin or double bed
Private en-suite
Full size window
Desk area
Closet space
Private balcony
Room-controlled thermostat
Safe for storing valuables
Seperate lounge area
42" flat-screen TV

Junior Suite

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
JSG	Junior Suite	£14,556	£14,556

The Greg Mortimer's four Junior Suites take in some impressive∘ scenery from their vantage points on Deck 7. When you aren't enjoying a landing, you can relax in the suites' separate lounge area, or just watch the world float by from the private balcony.

Twin or double bed
Private en-suite
Full size window
Desk area
Closet space
Private balcony
Room-controlled thermostat
Safe for storing valuables
42" flat-screen TV
Seperate lounge area

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Restaurant

Meals are served in a large restaurant with family style dining, perfect to swap stories with your new expedition family. Additionally, a private dining area will also be available on request. Enjoy the range of house wine, beers and soft drinks included with dinner after a long day in the wild, preparing yourself for another exciting day to follow.

On the last day of your trip, the team on the Greg Mortimer put on a special farewell four-course dinner and cocktails – a perfect way to reflect on your time on the ship and consolidate lifelong friendships with the people you've met on-board.

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Observation Points

Let's face it – you don't want windowless rooms when travelling around some of the most beautiful locations around the world. This is why the Greg Mortimer is designed with plenty of dedicated observation spaces – ideal for keen bird spotters, wildlife watchers and those wanting to watch the scenery go past.

From the indoor 180-degree lounge and outdoor 360-degree open deck, both on deck 8, to the 270-degree open sundeck on level 7, there are plenty of observation points to share around the ship! If these are full, then you can take up a spot on one of the two hydraulic viewing platforms on deck 5.

Elephant Island Bar

Communal meeting areas have always played a major role in fostering the warm camaraderie on board our ships. They are the heart of the expedition, where people meet to share tales from the day, swap photos, keep an eye out for wildlife and watch the sun go down.

The bars and lounges on board are refined yet inviting places to gather, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning views, and of course friendly bartenders to shoot the breeze with.

Lecture Lounge

On all our expeditions, there are experts who lead presentations in the spacious lecture room so you can understand the region a little better. These often include topics as broad as history and culture to biology and climate change, these presentations aim to educate and entertain.

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Holiday Summary

	7 nights aboard the Greg Mortimer
	Fully-serviced accommodation in your chosen stateroom
	An informative and entertaining lecture program by our team of experts
	Complimentary 3-in-1 polar jacket and the use of gumboots
	Entry fees to historic or tourist sites
	Daily shore excursions, guided walks, Zodiac cruises and some activities
	Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner including house wines, beers and soft drinks and afternoon tea and snacks
	Complimentary use of fitness centre
	Comprehensive pre-departure information kit and destination resource guide
	Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Cocktail Reception including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages
	Complimentary access to onboard medical doctor or clinic, if required
	An experienced team of destination specialists and activity leaders
	Pre-dinner cocktail hour including cold canapes and bar snacks
	Photographic voyage log (post-voyage)
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Mon 16th Jun 202516 Jun 25		11,216	14,106