12 days tour

Svalbard Odyssey (6 Destinations)

Svalbard Odyssey (6 Destinations)

This tour includes:

Accommodation

One nightโ€™s hotel accommodation at Radisson Blu Oslo Airport hotel including breakfast On-board accommodation during voyage including daily cabin service

Transport

Group arrival transfer from airport to the Greg Mortimer on day 2 Group sightseeing tour of Longyearbyen on day 2 prior to embarkation Group transfer from ship to airport in Longyearbyen on day 12 Cruise ship

Guide

Educational lectures and guiding services from expedition team

Meals

All meals, snacks, tea and coffee during voyage Beer, house wine and soft drinks with dinner

Others

All shore excursions Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consult) A 3-in-1 waterproof polar expedition jacket Complimentary use of muck boots during the voyage Comprehensive pre-departure information Port surcharges, permits and landing fees Gratuities for ship crew

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Others

International or domestic flights. Flight between Oslo and Longyearbyen (in both directions) is not included in the voyage price Transfers not mentioned in the itinerary Airport arrival or departure taxes Passport, visa, and vaccination charges Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges Hotels and meals not included in itinerary Optional excursions not included in the itinerary Optional activity surcharges All items of a personal nature including but not limited to: alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (outside of dinner service), laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses, Wi-Fi, email or phone charges.

Flights

Flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

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Itinerary of your trip Svalbard Odyssey (6 Destinations)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Oslo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Oslo

      Upon check-in at Radisson Blu Oslo Airport hotel, reception staff will provide you with Aurora Expeditions cabin tags.  Please fill out the luggage tags clearly, showing your name and cabin number to allow us to deliver your luggage toyour cabin ahead. At our voyage briefing, enjoy a welcome drink and meet fellow expeditioners, before spending the night in preparation for your flight to Longyearbyen.  


      Note: Flights between Oslo and Longyearbyen are not included. Please contact Aurora Expeditions or your travel agent if you would like assistance in booking these flights.

      Accommodation: Radisson Blu Oslo Airport

  • Day 2 Day 2: Fly To Longyearbyen For Embarkation
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Fly To Longyearbyen For Embarkation

      Fly to Longyearbyen (flight ticket not included in voyage fare), and upon arrival, you will be met by a representative of Aurora Expeditions to commence a tour of Longyearbyen. 


      On the drive to Camp Barentz located in Advent Valley, your guide will give you an introduction to Longyearbyenโ€™s fascinating history. At Camp Barentz enjoy a presentation in the large โ€˜lavvoโ€™ - a traditional building common in northern Norway. You will also have the opportunity to meet the friendly huskies and perhaps pick up some souvenirs. A visit to the Svalbard museum is included back in town before embarking the vessel in the late afternoon.


      Youโ€™ll have time to settle into your cabin prior to the compulsory briefings. Your voyage commences, cruising out of the beautiful Isfjorden, escorted by gliding fulmars and perhaps the occasional puffin. Find a spot in one of the observation areas watching seabirds, including graceful ivory gulls, kittiwakes and guillemots. They rise and fall skilfully, using the air currents created by the ship to gain momentum. 


      NOTE: Sometimes our ship is unable to dock in Longyearbyen port due to space and capacity. In these instances, we reach the ship by Zodiac. Please ensure that you keep your wet-weather gear in your hand luggage to use in the Zodiacs, if the situation arises. Please ensure your cabin luggage tag is completed clearly showing your cabin number and name. Our crew will deliver your luggage directly to your cabin.  

  • Day 3 Day 3-11: Svalbard Archipelago
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3-11: Svalbard Archipelago

      Svalbard offers Arctic wilderness at its best. Our experienced expedition team, who have made countless journeys to this area, will use their expertise to design our day-to-day itinerary, choosing the best options based on the prevailing weather, sea-ice conditions and wildlife encounters.  


      Phenomenal fjords, magnificent mountains ranges and a polar desert rich in fossils set the stage for heroic tales of early exploration. See walrus hauled-out on sea ice or on beaches. On land, stretch our legs on walks across tundra coming out in brightly-coloured wildflowers. We visit towering cliffs noisy with nesting guillemots and puffins, and scree slopes that hold Svalbardโ€™s largest little auk colonies. Most memorable are encounters with the majestic polar bear on pack ice. Your expedition team is just as keen as you to find themโ€” they will be on constant watch to spot these inspiring creatures. 


      If you have chosen an optional activity such as kayaking, youโ€™ll have the option to enjoy the activity when conditions allow. For those who are enthusiastic to participate in a polar plunge, as soon as conditions are suitable, youโ€™ll hear the announcement to prepare for an exhilarating plunge, a memory youโ€™ll savour for years to come. 


  • Day 4 Day 12: Disembark In Longyearbyen
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Disembark In Longyearbyen

      During the early morning we cruise back into Longyearbyen. Farewell your expedition team before further enjoying explorations of fascinating Longyearbyen to learn the townโ€™s history, its geology, flora, fauna and the modern community that call the place home.  Visit Svalbard Museum and Galleri Svalbard, Office of the Governor, Svalbard Church, Nybyen (new town), some of the townโ€™s mines including Santa Claus Mine, and make a quick photo stop at the famous beware of polar bear street sign. Afterwards, transfer to the airport to continue your journey. At the conclusion of the voyage, we do not recommend booking flights departing prior to 12.00 pm on the day of disembarkation in case there are delays. 

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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

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 8 / Max: 100

Age range allowed for this experience.

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