Voyage to the Arctic & Spitsbergen

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Voyage to the Arctic & Spitsbergen

9 Days - Expedition Cruise

Holiday Highlights

Experience the midnight sun from within the Arctic Circle
Visit the vast glaciers and fjords of Spitsbergen and the world’s most northerly permanent settlement
Sail along the rim of the Arctic pack ice
See a wide variety of wildlife, from polar bears, walruses and whales to arctic foxes and millions of seabirds
All shore excursions on the MV Ocean Atlantic’s fleet of Zodiac dinghies
A programme of fascinating lectures by the on-board team of knowledgeable expedition guides
Selected departures in June 2021

Itinerary

Day 1

We fly direct to Oslo and overnight at the 4* Scandic Byporten.

Day 2

We fly from Oslo to Svalbard and board the MV Ocean Atlantic to begin our exciting Arctic voyage.

Day 3

Disembark and board our return flight back to the UK via Oslo.

Day 4

For the next six days, your voyage of exploration will take you to some of Svalbard’s innumerable bays and islands. Of course, it’s all weather-dependent, but normally our stops will include Ny- Å lesund, the world’s northernmost permanent settlement, as well as former whaling stations and walrus colonies. We’ll also sail north along the rim of the pack ice to spot polar bears in their natural environment. During the short summer, the local wildlife, such as reindeer and arctic foxes, are busy feeding their young for the polar winter to come. The birdlife is truly magnificent – watch out for Arctic terns, fulmars, kittiwakes, razorbills and guillemots, amongst the 80 recorded species found here. The Ocean Atlantic’s fleet of sturdy Zodiac dinghies will allow us frequent shore landings and mini-cruises in the fjords to marvel at the vast glacial landscapes. At all times, the aim of the captain and expedition leader is to include as many shore landings and Zodiac excursions as possible to get the best views of the wildlife at close quarters. In the evenings, you can look forward to informative lectures and presentations on all aspects of Arctic geography, wildlife and history, led by the various expedition leaders on board. After a nightcap at the bar, why not step outside again and enjoy the incredible light of the midnight sun as it skims the horizon – a wonderful time of ‘day’!

4* Scandic Byporten Hotel - Oslo

The four-starScandic Byporten Hotelwith breakfast, ideally located right in the centre of the city. The spacious, smart reception is welcoming and bright and there is a lobby bar where you can relax with a well-earned drink after a hard day’s sightseeing and enjoy views of city life through the panoramic windows. The light, modern rooms are furnished in typically Scandinavian calm neutral tones and are well-appointed with all the facilities you would expect for a comfortable stay.

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4* Scandic Byporten Hotel - Oslo

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