MAY 2024

JULY 2024

7 DAYS | 6 NIGHTS | ARCTIC

Spitsbergen Highlights

On this extraordinary journey, you will pack all the excitement of an epic Arctic cruise into just seven days, cruising through pack ice along the west coast of Spitsbergen, retracing the steps of explorers from centuries past. Though this rocky island is covered in mountains and glaciers, the towering cliffs and fjords play host to a thriving and diverse ecosystem. Exploring as much of the area as possible, you will enjoy maximum opportunities to spot, among other wildlife, the walrus with its long tusks and distinctive whiskers, the resilient and Arctic birds in all their varied majesty, and that most iconic of Arctic creatures, the polar bear.

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7 days 6 nights

Helsinki

Longyearbyen

Spitsbergen

Alkhornet

Svalbard

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DAY 01: HELSINKI
Arrive in
Helsinki
Your Arctic adventure begins in Helsinki, renowned for its extraordinary architecture and intriguing mix of eastern and western influences. If you arrive early, explore the many museums, galleries and restaurants, relax at a Finnish sauna or wander the vibrant Design District before retiring at your included hotel.
DAY 02: LONGYEARBYEN
Fly to Longyearbyen,
Svalbard & Embark
This morning, the group will transfer to the airport and board our private charter flight to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen’s largest settlement.
DAY 3 - 6: SPITSBERGEN
Exploring
Spitsbergen
Embark on an expedition around the enchanting Spitsbergen, exploring its western shores for polar bears and natural wonders. Capture the breathtaking glacier calving in Krossfjorden, especially at the active Lilliehöök Glacier. Visit Ny-London for a guided walk and possible wildlife encounters. Cruise overnight to witness the majestic Monaco Glacier and scan for marine mammals at Texas Bar, Worsleyneset, and Alicehamna. Explore the historic Smeerenburg, a 400-year-old Dutch whaling settlement, and enjoy panoramic views at Magdalenefjorden. Conclude the day at Alkhornet, surrounded by nesting seabirds and the possibility of reindeer sightings. Share stories at the captain’s farewell dinner in the evening.
DAY 07: HELSINKI
Fly to
Helsinki
The time to say goodbye has come. Your adventure ends as it began, in the frontier-style settlement of Longyearbyen. From here, we’ll transfer you to the airport for your return group charter flight to Helsinki, included in the transfer package.

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Itinerary

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DAY 01: HELSINKI

Arrive in

Helsinki

Your Arctic adventure begins in Helsinki, renowned for its extraordinary architecture and intriguing mix of eastern and western influences. If you arrive early, explore the many museums, galleries and restaurants, relax at a Finnish sauna or wander the vibrant Design District before retiring at your included hotel.

DAY 02: LONGYEARBYEN

Fly to Longyearbyen,

Svalbard & Embark

This morning, the group will transfer to the airport and board our private charter flight to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen’s largest settlement.

DAY 3 - 6: SPITSBERGEN

Exploring

Spitsbergen

Embark on an expedition around the enchanting Spitsbergen, exploring its western shores for polar bears and natural wonders. Capture the breathtaking glacier calving in Krossfjorden, especially at the active Lilliehöök Glacier. Visit Ny-London for a guided walk and possible wildlife encounters. Cruise overnight to witness the majestic Monaco Glacier and scan for marine mammals at Texas Bar, Worsleyneset, and Alicehamna. Explore the historic Smeerenburg, a 400-year-old Dutch whaling settlement, and enjoy panoramic views at Magdalenefjorden. Conclude the day at Alkhornet, surrounded by nesting seabirds and the possibility of reindeer sightings. Share stories at the captain’s farewell dinner in the evening.

DAY 07: HELSINKI

Fly to

Helsinki

The time to say goodbye has come. Your adventure ends as it began, in the frontier-style settlement of Longyearbyen. From here, we’ll transfer you to the airport for your return group charter flight to Helsinki, included in the transfer package.

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What's

Included

Leadership throughout your voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities

All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program

Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping

All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage (Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships’ galleys cannot prepare kosher meals.)

Select beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock

Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled

A photographic journal documenting the expedition

A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions

An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep

Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin

All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program

What's not

Included

6 International airfare

Arrival and departure transfers in Helsinki

Passport and visa expenses

Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above

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