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In-Depth Svalbard Cruise

In-Depth Svalbard Cruise

From AUD $20,150

Description

Embark on the In-depth Svalbard luxury cruise, an intimate 9-night round trip voyage departing from the world’s northernmost town, Longyearbyen, on the island of Spitsbergen. This focused adventure leads you through the breathtaking landscapes of the Svalbard archipelago, with the chance to explore remote and rarely visited locations in greater detail, before returning to Longyearbyen. Throughout this immersive journey, you’ll have the chance to visit intriguing locales such as The North Pole Expeditions Museum in Longyearbyen, which chronicles early polar explorations. As you navigate the Arctic waters, keep an eye out for mesmerizing wildlife like polar bears, ringed seals and walruses. Your luxury cruise experience includes a variety of activities to engage and enrich. Optional kayaking with the Swan Hellenic Expedition Team offers a unique perspective on the stunning Arctic landscapes. As you’re enveloped in the natural wonders of Svalbard, take delight in the diverse flora thriving under the midnight sun, creating unforgettable memories on this extraordinary voyage.

Trip Name
In-Depth Svalbard Cruise
Days
11
Overview
Vessel Type: Luxury Expedition / Cruise Ship Length: 115 metres Passenger Capacity: 158 Built: 2020/2021/2022 The SH Vega is a boutique, ice-strengthened expedition ship designed for exploring the world’s most remote destinations in refined comfort. Built in Finland’s renowned Helsinki Shipyard, she combines sleek Scandinavian design with advanced cruising technology, including a Polar Class PC5 hull and extra-large stabilisers for smooth sailing in challenging waters. With space for just 158 guests and 122 crew, she offers an intimate and personalised experience, where every detail is considered – from elegant observation lounges and stargazing decks to fine dining venues and a spa with panoramic views. Her facilities include a heated outdoor pool, open deck jacuzzi, gym, and library, ensuring the journey is as rewarding on board as it is ashore. Accommodation ranges from stylish oceanview staterooms to expansive premium suites, all appointed with contemporary comforts such as a flame-effect fireplace, Illy espresso machine, luxury toiletries, and even complimentary binoculars for wildlife spotting. Private balconies in many cabins provide a front-row seat to breathtaking landscapes, while world-class dining, attentive service, and thoughtful touches like a welcome bottle of Champagne enhance the sense of occasion. Whether navigating polar ice or sailing into sunlit harbours, the SH Vega offers a blend of adventure, elegance, and home-like warmth.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Days 0 - 1 Pre Cruise & Longyearbyen
Charter flights to the port of embarkation/ disembarkation Group return transfers from airport to cruise port and to the hotel One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel The world's most northerly town, Longyearbyen, on Spitsbergen, Svalbard's largest island, also claims the most northerly high street and pub. It's home to The North Pole Expeditions Museum chronicling early pole-reaching efforts by air. Arctic waters around are populated by whales, including bowheads and narwhals, while walruses are regularly seen hauling out.
Day 2 - Days 2-9 Svalbard
Svalbard is the kingdom of the polar bears, deep in the Arctic Circle, featuring varied polar landscapes and gargantuan glaciers. Beyond magnificent fjords in the north, the remaining sea ice serves as prime hunting grounds for polar bears. Closer to Longyearbyen, tundra and beaches replace snow and ice. Alongside 600 polar bears, this Arctic hotspot is home to walrus, Svalbard reindeer, ringed seals and arctic fox
Day 3 - Day 10 Longyearbyen
The world's most northerly town, Longyearbyen, on Spitsbergen, Svalbard's largest island, also claims the most northerly high street and pub. It's home to The North Pole Expeditions Museum chronicling early pole-reaching efforts by air. Arctic waters around are populated by whales, including bowheads and narwhals, while walruses are regularly seen hauling out.
Day 4 - Please note:
Itineraries are subject to change. 

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
28-06-202608-07-2026AUD $20,150Oceanview D4
28-06-202608-07-2026AUD $21,175Oceanview M4
28-06-202608-07-2026AUD $24,200Balcony D5
28-06-202608-07-2026AUD $25,200Balcony M5
28-06-202608-07-2026AUD $35,275Suite
28-06-202608-07-2026AUD $40,325Premium Suite
07-07-202617-07-2026AUD $35,275Suite
07-07-202617-07-2026AUD $40,325Premium Suite
07-07-202617-07-2026AUD $20,150Oceanview D4
07-07-202617-07-2026AUD $21,175Oceanview M4
07-07-202617-07-2026AUD $24,200Balcony D5
07-07-202617-07-2026AUD $25,200Balcony M5

Inclusions

    • Learn more about this isolated polar region from our on board team of experts
    • Spy on hundreds of polar bears, walruses, whales and arctic foxes in their natural habitat
    • Take a stroll through the high street of Longyearbyen, the world’s most northerly town, and follow in the footsteps of polar explorers

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