8 days tour

Autumn Magic Under Northern Lights

Autumn Magic Under Northern Lights

This tour includes:

Guide

English speaking expedition guide

Meals

Meals: 7ร—F, 6ร—M, 7ร—A

Accommodation

7 nights: ship in double cabin

Transport

Others

all shore excursions and hikes depending on ice and weather conditions scientifically based lecture program on board

Not included:

Optional

Others

PCR or rapid antigen tests required, if any. Arrival/departure meals and drinks not mentioned optional activities possible necessary additional overnight stays before or after the tour travel health insurance (obligatory) services on board possible fuel surcharge tips Personal

Insurance

Flights

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Itinerary of your trip Autumn Magic Under Northern Lights

  • Day 1 Arrival And Embarkation 1ร—A
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival And Embarkation 1ร—A

      Individual arrival to Longyearbyen. Depending on the time of arrival, you may have the opportunity to stroll through the town. Late afternoon embarkation in the harbor and sailing out into the Isfjord. Overnight stay on board.


      The Noorderlicht in Spitsbergen


  • Day 2 West Coast, Ghost Towns And Isfjord System 6ร—(B/M/A)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      West Coast, Ghost Towns And Isfjord System 6ร—(B/M/A)

      Depending on the weather and ice conditions, the expedition leader determines the route of the next days. At the beginning of autumn, the tours can still lead along the west coast north to Ny ร…lesund or into the large fjord systems on the southwest coast of the island. As winter approaches, the tours become more focused on the numerous glaciers, bays and settlements in the central Isfjord system.

      Possible landing sites could be:

      Alkhornet: An arctic fox family has its den at the foot of the bird rock. Nearby, at Trygghamna, are the remains of a 17th century English whaling station and the ruins of an 18th century settlement of Russian Pomors.

      Bellsund: The fjord system with its large tributary fjords offers fascinating geology and beautiful scenery, such as the long narrow island of Akseloya. Fridtjofhamna is home to the often calving Fridtjofbreen glacier, surrounded by gorgeous peaks. You walk in the historic footsteps of hunters, whalers and coal miners. Polar bears are occasionally found in Bellsund and you will try to track them down. Belugas (white whales) also come to the area regularly.

      Ny ร…lesund: The northernmost railroad in the world used to run in this former mining settlement - you can still admire the locomotive and some of the wagons of the coal railroad there. Ny ร…lesund has since been transformed into a modern research station. A stroll through the town is worthwhile and should also take you to the old anchor mast where Amundsen (with the Norge, 1926) and Nobile (with the Italia, 1928) moored their airships on their way to the North Pole.

      Isfjord system: On cloudless nights, you will experience air temperatures as low as -10 ยฐC here. This already leads to the formation of new sea ice in some fjord zones. These nights offer high chances to observe the mysterious northern lights. Numerous bays and glacier fronts can be visited like the impressive Sveabreen or the Nordenskiรถld glacier.

      Barentsburg: The only settlement on Spitsbergen inhabited by Russians and the second largest town in the archipelago is also worth a visit. A walk through the streets feels a bit like a time travel to the Soviet Union. Meet the very friendly locals over a beer at the worldโ€™s northernmost brewery, visit the Pomoren Museum, which is well worth seeing, and wave at the historic statue of Lenin.

      Pyramids: This former Russian mining settlement is a unique ghost town. Once a Communist showcase settlement, absolutely isolated in the middle of Arctic desert, only the massive buildings - including the northernmost statue of Lenin - remain today. Coal was mined in Pyramiden until 1998. Residents moved away, but most things stayed where they were. One gets the impression that the city could be repopulated at any moment....

      Finally we head back towards Longyearbyen. 6 nights on board.

      Caution polar bear sign


  • Day 3 Longyearbyen - Journey Home 1ร—F
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Longyearbyen - Journey Home 1ร—F

      In the morning disembarkation and individual journey home.

Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 85

Age range allowed for this experience.

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