Arctic Unveiled

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Small Group Tour
Join Peregrine on an awe-inspiring journey into Spitsbergen, a veritable Arctic wonderland located midway between mainland Norway and the North Pole. Part of the Svalbard Archipelago, this remote destination boasts not only stunning glaciers, bluffs and mountain ranges, but also an extraordinary spread of wildlife. Bearded seals, walruses, Arctic foxes and pi...

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Uncover the incredible landscape of spitsbergen, from the quirky northernmost city of longyearbyen to the brilliant blue glaciers such as the ‘14th july glacier’ – not to mention stunning fjords, mountains and cliffs
    • Scour sheets of ice and, with some luck, be rewarded with unforgettable sightings of the ruler of the arctic – the mighty polar bear
    • Sightings of arctic foxes, breaching whales, lounging masses of walruses, and enchanting seabirds on the cliffs of alkefjellet are all a strong chance on this journey
    • See the island from a different angle by going snowshoeing, hiking or sea kayaking at your leisure, with all equipment provided
    • Experience the unique and memorable sensation of 24 hours of sunlight

What's this trip about?

    Join Peregrine on an awe-inspiring journey into Spitsbergen, a veritable Arctic wonderland located midway between mainland Norway and the North Pole. Part of the Svalbard Archipelago, this remote destination boasts not only stunning glaciers, bluffs and mountain ranges, but also an extraordinary spread of wildlife. Bearded seals, walruses, Arctic foxes and pink-footed geese are known to roam this area, and the prospect of sighting the ever elusive polar bear lends a special excitement into the expedition. With experts on board to provide historical context, and plenty of time for active optional excursions such as snowshoeing and kayaking, Arctic Unveiled strikes the perfect balance between discovery, leisure and intrepid polar exploration.

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeGroup - max of 48 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityLongyearbyen
End CityLongyearbyen

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Norway
  • Monaco

Attractions

  • Spitsbergen

Activities

  • Culture

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Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1 Longyearbyen
Our Arctic cruise departs from Longyearbyen, the largest settlement and the administrative capital of the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard. Boasting the title of one of the most northerly towns in the world, Longyearbyen lies on the western coast of West Spitsbergen, th...
Day 2 Ny Alesund
Our journey takes us along the west coast, where we hope to arrive in Krossfjorden by mid-morning. Here we board the Zodiacs for a cruise along the face of the 14th of July Glacier. The glacier was named after Bastille Day by Prince Albert I of Monaco, and extends for an...
Day 3 Liefdefjorden
If the weather is favourable, the ship will sail to the mouth of Liefdefjorden, where we disembark and go ashore for a walk on the tundra island of Andoya. This is a nesting site for the common eider and pink-footed goose, and the rarer king eider may also be seen. We al...
Day 4 Hinlopen Strait
Today we plan on sailing into Hinlopen Strait, located between Spitsbergen Island and Nordaustlandet Island. Extending for a length of 150 kilometres and ranging between 10 and 60 kilometres wide, Hinlopen Strait is often inaccessible due to pack ice. The Strait has been...
Day 5 Seven Islands
Today we hope to reach the northernmost islands of Svalbard – the Seven Islands north of Nordaustlandet. We will attempt to land on Phippsoya where you will often find walrus hauled out on land. We will then try to locate the pack ice to take in the spectacular surroundi...
Day 6 Sailing westward
Retracing our route westwards, we visit Raudfjord on the north coast of West Spitsbergen. This beautiful fjord is dominated by spectacular glaciers and frequented by ringed and bearded seals. The cliffs and shoreline of the fjord support thriving seabird colonies as well...
Day 7 Prins Karls Forland
Today we make a landing at the northern tip of Prins Karls Forland near Fuglehuken. This is thought to be the site where Barentsz set foot on Spitsbergen for the first time. Seabirds nest on the cliffs here and harbour seals are often sighted along the coast, the only po...
Day 8 Longyearbyen
We disembark in Longyearbyen at the end of our Arctic cruise.

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Price per day$574
Last Updated: 5/12/2019

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Logistics

Accommodation

Expedition cruise ship,

Transportation & Flights

Expedition cruise ship,Zodiac,

Transportation & flights

Expedition cruise ship,Zodiac
Guides
Your voyage will be led by an experienced Expedition Leader. In addition, a number of experts will be on board to add knowledge of their field to your experience. These experts will be on shore for your excursions, will drive the zodiacs and deliver lectures on board the ship. Kayaking and snow shoeing specialist guides will also be on board for those participating in these activities.
Travel Insurance
It is a condition of travel that you have taken out a comprehensive travel insurance policy to cover you for all eventualities and that covers you for travelling in the Polar regions.
Visa requirements
As a general rule most countries expect that your passport has a minimum of 6 months validity remaining. Please ensure the name on your passport matches the name on your booking and airline tickets. Your passport details are required to complete your booking. Your consultant will contact you when this is required. Take a copy of the main passport pages and other important documents with you, and leave another copy at home with family or friends. Visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. Entry requirements can change at any time, so it's important that you check for the latest information. Please visit the relevant consular website of the country or countries you’re visiting for detailed and up-to-date visa information specific to your nationality. Your consultant will also be happy to point you in the right direction with acquiring visas. Visas can take several weeks to process, so familiarise yourself with any requirements as soon as you have booked your trip to allow for processing time. NORWAY Visas are currently not required for Australian, New Zealand, US, Canadian or UK/EU passport holders wishing to visit Norway. Some EU nationals may travel in Europe using only an identity card, however it is your responsibility to check with the relevant authorities if this applies to you.
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
Finish point Longyearbyen Array Longyearbyen SVALBARD AND JAN MAYEN ISLANDS
Trip ID
peregrine-PPAU

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