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MS Sjoveien - 12 Guests

Svalbard Adventure

9 Day Longyearbyen to Longyearbyen


Embark on an authentic Arctic expedition on board the comfortable 12-passenger ship M/S Sjøveien and delve into the captivating wilderness of Svalbard!

During the month of May, Svalbard is characterised by a wonderful purity and spectacular scenery. The enchanting winter scenery features shimmering ice formations, snow-capped mountains, fjord ice, and pastel-coloured skies. It's the time when polar bear yearlings venture out for their first adventures, Arctic foxes and Svalbard reindeer still don their winter coats, and seals and walruses often rest upon the fjord ice. As June arrives, the snow begins to melt, and the bird cliffs come alive with bustling wildlife, signalling the imminent arrival of summer.

The expedition begins with a night in Longyearbyen, followed by seven nights on board the expedition ship. We cruise alongside glistening glaciers, make landfall to savor Svalbard’s unique natural beauty, and keep a keen eye out for the iconic Arctic wildlife.



 

 

HIGHLIGHTS


  • Only 12 passengers
  • Totally refurbished expedition ship
  • Hot tub on deck
  • 2 experienced guides
  • Every trip is unique
  • Intimate nature experiences

DATES / RATES

Rates are listed per person
Start DateEnd DateFrom EURFrom USD
May 11, 2025May 19, 20258,310 9,090
May 18, 2025May 26, 20258,310 9,090
Jun 08, 2025Jun 16, 20258,310 9,090
Rates are listed per person
Start DateEnd DateFrom EURFrom USD
May 11, 2025May 19, 20258,310 9,090
May 18, 2025May 26, 20258,310 9,090
Jun 08, 2025Jun 16, 20258,310 9,090


ITINERARY


Day 1: Longyearbyen, Svalbard
We arrive in Longyearbyen and transfer to our hotel.

Day 2 - 8: Expedition cruising
Explore Longyearbyen on your own before meeting up your fellow travellers and guides for lunch. In the afternoon we embark the expedition ship and sail out through Isfjorden - our Arctic adventure has started! We are now in a part of the world where we are totally dependent on the ice and weather conditions. Our exact itinerary depends on these factors and on the wildlife we encounter. Our ambition is to head out on Zodiac cruises every day and when the opportunity arises also go ashore. Here are some examples of places we may visit:

Prins Karls Forland
This narrow strip of land is covered by a magnificent and snow-covered mountain chain. The island is also home to many seabirds and harbour seals.

Virgohamna, Danskøya
Two of the most courageous attempts to reach the North Pole started on the island of Danskøya. Swedish explorer Andrée made an attempt with a hydrogen balloon and American journalist Wellman started with an airship. There are still interesting remnants from these expeditions left on this site.

Fantastic fjords
Svalbard offers the visitor countless spectacular fjords. During our journey we will explore a few of them such as: Liefdefjorden, meaning “The fjord of love”, is lined with snow-covered mountain peaks and here we hope to cruise along the face of the spectacular Monaco Glacier. Many common eiders and pinkfooted geese nest in the area and if lucky we could see the rare king eider. In Krossfjorden we revel in the beautifully sculptured front of the 14th of July Glacier to the raucous greeting of the large number of kittiwakes and Brünnich’s guillemots nesting on the nearby cliffs. Raudfjorden is an area of immense natural beauty – dominated by beautiful glaciers. It is also a favourite spot for seals and the bird cliffs are bursting with activity. The scientific village of Ny-Ålesund is situated in Kongsfjorden. It was from here that Amundsen and Nobile started their heroic expeditions to the North Pole.

North of Spitsbergen
North of Spitsbergen we might meet the edge of the pack ice. Not many ships venture here and we can marvel at the silence and grandeur of this icy landscape. We keep a lookout for the iconic Arctic wildlife.

Day 9: Longyearbyen
Early morning we disembark our expedition ship and begin our journey back home.

Please note: All itineraries are for guidance only. Our exact route will depend on the ice, weather conditions, wildlife and government regulations. The places mentioned are just examples of some of the many sites Svalbard has to offer. We always strive to maximise your experience. Please remember that flexibility is the key to a successful expedition!

MS Sjoveien (Expedition, 12-guests)

The M/S Sjoveien is a true beauty with wooden decks and classic details. There is a lot of deck space on the main deck and there is also an excellent area on top of the bridge, from where you have wonderful views of the magical Svalbard scenery. You also find a wood-fired hot tub out on deck. To accommodate a maximum of 12 passengers there are eight outside cabins, all with private facilities. On the lower deck there are four twin cabins with portholes. On the main deck there are two larger twin cabins with windows and one large superior cabin with a double bed and windows. The eighth cabin is located on the upper deck and is a large superior cabin with windows. The dining area on the main deck is where you are served breakfast, lunch and dinner. Here is also a lounge area where you can relax with a cup of tea or coffee and listen to interesting talks by the guides. You are welcomed by an international crew and the bridge is open for visitors.

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WHAT'S INCLUDED


  • 7 nights on board M/S Sjøveien
  • 1 night in a hotel in Longyearbyen
  • Lunch day 2
  • All meals on board
  • Coffee and tea
  • 1 Expedition Leader and 1 guide
  • Guiding ashore and talks on board
  • All excursions and activities
Not included
  • Flight to and from Longyearbyen
  • Travel and cancellation insurance
  • Gratuity to the ship’s crew
  • Personal expenses such as bar and shop charges

 
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