Circumnavigating Spitsbergen - In the Realm of the Polar Bear

9 nights from £5,766pp commencing Saturday 1st Jul 2023

This epic expedition cruise will see us attempt to find a way through the Arctic’s ever-changing sea ice and venture above the 80th parallel north. Our goal is to successfully complete a circumnavigation of the island of Spitsbergen, if the ice allows us.

Itinerary

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					Arrive	Depart
	1st01	JulJul	202323	1 night accommodation before your cruise, staying in Longyearbyen
	2nd02	JulJul	202323	Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, embark on the MS Spitsbergen		20:00
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.
	3rd03	JulJul	202323	Krossfjord, Svalbard and Jan Mayen	08:00	20:00
	4th04	JulJul	202323	Raudfjorden, Spitsbergen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen	08:00	20:00
	5th05	JulJul	202323	Liefdefjorden, Svalbard and Jan Mayen	08:00	20:00
	6th06	JulJul	202323	Hinlopen Strait, Svalbard and Jan Mayen	08:00	21:00
	7th07	JulJul	202323	Freemansundet, Svalbard and Jan Mayen	08:00	20:00
	8th08	JulJul	202323	Hornsund, Svalbard and Jan Mayen	09:30	20:00
	9th09	JulJul	202323	Isfjorden, Svalbard and Jan Mayen	08:00	20:00
	10th10	JulJul	202323	Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, disembark the MS Spitsbergen	06:00
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.

MS Spitsbergen

Launch Year

2009

Refit Year

2016

Tonnage

7,344

Capacity

335

Cabins

180

Accessible

Deck 8

Deck 7

Deck 6

Deck 5

Deck 4

Deck 3

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Arctic Superior - Outside cabin for 2 travellers

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
U2D	Arctic Superior: Outside Cabin (Double)	£7,750	£7,788

Smaller Outside Arctic Superior cabin with double bed, TV, table and kettle.

Arctic Superior - Outside cabin for 2 travellers

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
P2D	Arctic Superior Cabin (Double)	£7,529	£7,567

Outside Arctic Superior cabin with double bed, TV and kettle. Window view is party obstructed.

Arctic Superior - Upper deck for 2-4 travellers

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
QJ	Arctic Superior: Larger Outside Cabin (with limited or no view)	£7,088	£7,126

These large, comfortable cabins for two or four people on the upper deck have double beds and bathrooms with shower and WC. Some cabins have four single beds also have upper and lower berths. They also have TV. The cabins have limited or no view.

Expedition Suite - Grand suite on upper deck

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
MG	Expedition Suites: Grand Suite (Upper deck)	£10,042	£10,080

These exclusive suites on the upper deck have one large room, a seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, bathrooms with shower/WC, complimentary internet access, minibar and private balcony.

Expedition Suite - Mini suite for 2 travellers

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
Q2	Expedition Suite: Mini-Suite	£8,852	£8,890

This mini suite for up to two people on lower deck have double bed, TV, window, and bathroom with shower/WC.

Expedition Suite - Owners suite on upper deck

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
MX	Expedition Suites: Owner's Suite (Upper Deck)	£14,142	£14,180

These exclusive suites on the upper deck have a double bed, a separated seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, minibar, bathrooms with shower/WC, and a spacious private balcony. Please note that we have a wheelchair accessible cabin within this category, please contact us to book.

Polar Inside - Inside cabin for 2 travellers

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
I2D	Polar Inside Cabin	£5,766	£5,804

Inside cabin with double bed and TV for up to two people.

Polar Inside - Larger inside cabin for 2 travellers

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
K2D	Polar Inside: Larger Cabin	£5,986	£6,024

Spacious inside cabin with double bed and TV for up to two people.

Polar Inside - Superior inside cabin for up to 4 travellers

Spacious inside cabin for four travellers, with one double bed and TV.

Polar Outside - Lower deck for 2 travellers

Polar Outside cabins are situated on lower deck and they all have bathrooms with shower/wc. Upper and lower berths

Polar Outside - Middle deck for 2 travellers

These outside cabins for up to two people on the middle and upper decks have bathrooms with shower/WC, upper and lower berths, and a limited view.

Polar Outside - Outside cabin for 2 travellers

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
O2D	Polar Outside Cabin (Double)	£7,353	£7,391

Outside cabin with double bed, TV and window.

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Torget Main Dining

Breakfast

An extensive breakfast buffet including hot dishes, cold cuts, fish, homemade smoothies, energy shots, yoghurt, granolas and fruit jams. Fresh bread, fruit, local cheeses and chef stations such as pancakes or salmon carving. Coffee/tea/juice/water included.

Lunch

Traditional husmannskost (traditional rustic dishes) from the region. Every day, a choice of one meat, one fish and one vegetarian main dish is served along with fresh bread and local cheese, and a wide selection of salads, vegetables, cold cuts, salmon, herring and other seafood. Homemade desserts and cakes are also available. Coffee/tea/water included.

Dinner

Enjoy the best of Norwegian farm-to-table dining with three-course dinners or buffets. The menu varies over an 11-day cycle, with a selection meat, fish or vegan dishes. Water included. Wine packages, local beverages and alcohol-free alternatives available.

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Observation Lounge

The Observation lounges offer large panoramic windows with ample and comfortable seats. There will be binoculars for sale in the onboard shop.

Reception

The reception is located on deck 5.

Explorer Bar

Located on Deck 6.

Observation Decks

The ship has spacious outdoor areas. They are perfect vantage points to sit back, relax and watch the world go by.

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Holiday Summary

	8 nights aboard the MS Spitsbergen
	Full-board dining included
	Wine, beer & soft drinks included with lunch & dinner
	Complimentary tea and coffee
	Range of included excursions
	No gratuities
	Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
	Engaging onboard activities and lectures
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Interior staterooms from		£5,766pp
I2D	Polar Inside Cabin	£5,766pp
K2D	Polar Inside: Larger Cabin	£5,986pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£6,515pp
O2D	Polar Outside Cabin (Double)	£7,353pp
J2D	Polar Outside Cabin	£6,515pp
YA	Arctic Superior (Accessible cabin)	£7,088pp
P2D	Arctic Superior Cabin (Double)	£7,529pp
U2D	Arctic Superior: Outside Cabin (Double)	£7,750pp
QJ	Arctic Superior: Larger Outside Cabin (with limited or no view)	£7,088pp
O3	Polar Outside Cabin (Triple)	£7,353pp

Suite staterooms from		£8,852pp
MX	Expedition Suites: Owner's Suite (Upper Deck)	£14,142pp
Q3	Expedition Suite: Mini-Suite (Triple)	£8,852pp
MG	Expedition Suites: Grand Suite (Upper deck)	£10,042pp
Q2	Expedition Suite: Mini-Suite	£8,852pp

	Interior	Oceanview	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Wed 7th Jun 202307 Jun 23	5,932	6,455	8,571
Thu 15th Jun 202315 Jun 23	5,601	6,719	8,571
Fri 23rd Jun 202323 Jun 23	5,601	6,322	8,571
Sun 9th Jul 202309 Jul 23	5,766	6,790	8,852
Fri 15th Sep 202315 Sep 23	5,132	5,563	7,309