17 days tour

With The Icebreaker To The North Pole

With The Icebreaker To The North Pole

This tour includes:

Accommodation

16 nights: ship in booked cabin category

Flights

Charter flight Paris-Longyearbyen in economy class

Guide

English and French speaking expedition team

Meals

Meals: 16ร—F, 14ร—M, 16ร—A

Transport

all shore excursions, hikes and dinghy rides subject to weather and ice conditions and permit issuance if necessary

Others

Charter flight Paris-Longyearbyen in economy class German lecturer on board Group transfers airport - port on embarkation day extensive, scientifically based lecture program on board tips weatherproof expedition jacket sturdy hiking boots (on loan)

Not included:

Optional

International flights: from 450 EUR

Others

Departure from Reykjavik Arrival/departure meals and drinks not mentioned optional activities Travel health insurance (mandatory) Services on board Possible fuel surcharge gratuities Personal items

Insurance

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Itinerary of your trip With The Icebreaker To The North Pole

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival: Paris - Longyearbyen
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival: Paris - Longyearbyen

      Individual arrival in Paris, from there charter flight to Spitsbergen. Transfer to the ship. Your shipโ€™s port is close to the city center. After embarkation, the expedition leader will inform you about the voyage, the shipโ€™s daily routine and the various safety procedures, and your adventure begins. Overnight stay on board.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Along The Coast Of Spitsbergen
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Along The Coast Of Spitsbergen

      Spitsbergen is the last spot on earth before the Arctic pack ice. You drive past the particularly spectacular coastline. The rugged coastline formed by the fjords with thousand-year-old glaciers and rugged mountains passes you by. A unique backdrop and a unique habitat for a particularly large number of bird species. Enjoy the view of the rugged Arctic world from on board. Overnight stay on board.

  • Day 3 Day 3-7: Out And About In The Pack Ice
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3-7: Out And About In The Pack Ice

      Experience a unique journey into the heart of the pack ice, into an eternal, untouched and pristine world of ice. The landscapes here are constantly changing, with the ice shimmering in different colors in every light mood. Your ship makes use of the channels and areas with less thick ice, some of which are already naturally open, so that you can experience magical moments amidst the drifting ice floes. During the journey amidst these polygonal, thick, bluish ice floes, you will often encounter the fauna typical of pack ice. Perhaps a polar bear will drop by or you will spot seals in the ice? Nowhere else in the world can it be said as much as here: "The journey is the destination". While the ship makes its way through the eternal ice, you should enjoy the amenities on board, listen to the lectures or observe the Arctic world from the outside decks. 5 nights on board.

  • Day 4 Day 8: At The North Pole
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: At The North Pole

      The geographic North Pole at a latitude of 90ยฐ is located on the Earthโ€™s axis of rotation, at the intersection of all meridians. For six months of the year it lies in darkness (polar night), then for six months it lies in the light of the sun (polar day). This mythical place, permanently covered in ice and far from the Earthโ€™s ice-free land surface, has captivated generations of polar explorers. Only very few people have succeeded in reaching it to date: on board Le Commandant Charcot, you now have the opportunity to become part of this exclusive circle. Excitement is in the air. The passengers gather on the bridge. The captain is doing precision work. Everyone wants to take a look at the GPS when the magic number 90ยฐ appears. Welcome to the geographic North Pole! You are "top of the world", all eyes are on the south - an incredible experience that is duly celebrated. The anchor is dropped on a sturdy ice floe and you go on an ice walk! This day will remain forever in your memory as the Charcot turns south again. Overnight stay on board.

  • Day 5 Day 9-11: In The Pack Ice
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9-11: In The Pack Ice

      Heading south, you are back in the pack ice and once again have the chance to experience the strength of the ship, the comfort on board and the beauty of the Arctic. 3 nights on board.

  • Day 6 Day 12-14: On The Coast Of Greenland In Scoresbysund
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12-14: On The Coast Of Greenland In Scoresbysund

      During the journey along the coast of Greenland, you can once again enjoy the unexpected comforts of the icebreaker, browse through the polar library, celebrate the day at the North Pole with a glass of champagne or treat yourself to quiet hours on deck in search of whales or seabirds. Scoresbysund is considered the longest fjord system in the world and welcomes you with a variety of landscapes, red sandstone cliffs in Rode Fjord or snow-capped mountains on the Blosseville coast. The secluded settlement of Ittoqqortoormitt captivates with its colorful houses on the remote coast of East Greenland. 3 nights on board.

  • Day 7 Day 15-16: At Sea
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15-16: At Sea

      Your route takes you through the Denmark Strait, the sea passage between Greenland and Iceland. At its bottom lies the Greenland-Iceland Sill and the "largest waterfall in the world" (Denmark Strait Cataract), which is created by the temperature difference between the cold waters of the Greenland Sea and the warmer waters of the Irminger Sea. Numerous whale species live in this rich ecosystem. 2 nights on board.

  • Day 8 Day 17: Reykjavik: Disembarkation
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Reykjavik: Disembarkation

      Arrival in the Icelandic capital Reykjavik, individual journey home or onward journey.

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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

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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