8 days / 7 nights
Longyearbyen • Longyearbyen
MS FRAM
Experience the incredible scenery in Svalbard's most remote regions. On this circumnavigation of Spitsbergen you will experience the low-hanging Midnight Sun creating unearthly hues reflected off the sea's surface, the ice and the glaciers. Roaming in the realm of the polar bear at this time of the year is one of the most exotic Arctic experiences to which you can treat yourself.
Itinerary
Day 1 Longyearbyen and Barentsburg : Your Hurtigruten voyage starts in the Norwegian settlement often referred to as the capital of Svalbard. The history of Longyearbyen is very much the history of coal mining and reminders of the first mining can be seen everywhere. You also visit the Russian settlement of Barentsburg, constructed around the entrance to the coal mine. Here you will find an exotic collection of Russian artefacts and architecture.
Day 2 Kongsfjorden and North West Spitsbergen National Park : Kings Bay is the largest fjord on the North West coast of Spitsbergen. The landscape varies from large tundra plains to alpine peaks with dramatic glaciers calving into the ocean.
At 78° 55' N, Ny Ålesund is the world's northernmost permanently inhabited community, where a number of countries run their own national research stations. Activity here is particularly high in the summer. Magdalenefjorden is home to a very important piece of cultural heritage; a whaling station from the 16th century, including a graveyard of whalers who died during the first "oil adventure".
Day 3 North East Spitsbergen Nature Reserve : This is a true expedition day where you explore some of the most remote parts of the Svalbard Archipelago. You will attempt to reach Sjuøyane, a cluster of islands at almost 81° N. These islands are closer to the Geographical North Pole than any other landmass in Europe. Polar bears and seabirds are the only inhabitants.
Day 4 North East Spitsbergen Nature Reserve : The spectacular bird cliff of Alkefjellet is sometimes referred to as the Piccadilly Circus of seabirds; its 300 m spires rise directly from the sea and create perfect nesting conditions.
Day 5 South West Svalbard Nature Reserve : Edgøya is the third largest island in Svalbard. Here you will find cultural heritage from all eras of human exploration of Svalbard. Storfjorden will give you spectacular views of the east coast. In the distance you will see hundreds of glaciers and mountains and if you are lucky you may meet some of the marine mammals of Svalbard.
Day 6 South Spitsbergen National Park; Hornsund : The landscape of Hornsund is alpine with some very special mountains like Bautaen, or in English, the Obelisk, which, seen from the right angle looks like a giant Viking sword. Let your imagination run wild while spending the day in these extraordinary surroundings.
Day 7 Isfjorden, Spitsbergen, Svalbard : Isfjorden is the largest fjord system in Svalbard. One of the most prominent mountains is Alkhornet where thousands of Brünnich guillemots nest during the summer season.
Day 8 Longyearbyen : Sadly, every Hurtigruten explorer voyage has to come to an end. Hopefully you will be recalling the memory of that polar bear, the calving glacier front or the buzzing birdlife - or simply enjoying the subtle, odd feeling of having spent time on top of the globe, just a few hundred kilometres from the Geographical North Pole.
DEPARTURE 2012 :
23, 30 Aug
In The Realm Of The Polar Bear - PRICES : 2012Move cursor over cabin grade for description.
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| 2012 | |||
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| Cabin Grade | Fares per Person | August | |
| I | Twin | Brochure | 3391 |
| Inside |
Single | Brochure | 5934 |
| FJ | Twin | Brochure | 3680 |
| Outside Superior |
Single | Brochure | 6439 |
| N | Twin | Brochure | 3680 |
| Outside |
Supp* | Brochure | 6439 |
| U | Twin | Brochure | 3968 |
| Outside |
Single | Brochure | 6945 |
| F | Twin | Brochure | 4372 |
| Outside Superior |
Single | Brochure | 7652 |
| M | Twin | Brochure | 4892 |
| Suite | Single | Brochure | 8561 |
| MG | Twin | Brochure | 5181 |
| Grand Suite | Single | Brochure | 9066 |
All above prices are in £s per person based on two people travelling together and sharing a twin cabin/room.
YOUR HURTIGRUTEN VOYAGE PRICE INCLUDES :
- Voyage in cabin grade of your choice including full board.
- Suites also include a selection of drinks with meals on board.
- Wind and waterproof jacket.
- Landings in Polarcirkel boats.
- Lectures by expedition team.
- Free tea and Coffee / CD log
NOT INCLUDED :
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional excursions
- Gratuities
ADD A FLIGHT PACKAGE - Price from £922 per person
FLIGHT PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES :
- Return Economy class from London Heathrow to Longyearbyen (via Oslo) including current taxes and charges.
- Transfers between airport, hotel and ship.
- City tour of Longyearbyen.
- One hotel night in Longyearbyen before the voyage, including breakfast and lunch.
NOT INCLUDED :
- Travel insurance.
- Regional departures and upgrades may be available at extra cost.
