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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

BM-43629

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Tour Type
Cruise
Max Group Size
20
Age Requirement
8 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
StrenuousHighly demanding activities designed for individuals with excellent physical fitness.

Starts

Ends

Helsinki, Finland

Helsinki, Finland

Highlights

Spot iconic Arctic wildlife, such as polar bears, walrus and reindeer

View numerous Arctic bird species, like puffins, Arctic terns and purple sandpipers

Anticipate a full circumnavigation of Spitsbergen

Explore glaciers, fjords, icebergs and more with included Zodiac cruising

Immerse yourself in the icy realm of the Arctic with optional kayaking adventures

Itinerary

Circle the remote and enchanting Svalbard archipelago on the "Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage" cruise tour—a 14-day odyssey starting and ending in Helsinki. This journey is the ultimate exploration for Arctic enthusiasts, offering the rare opportunity to attempt a full circumnavigation of Spitsbergen, a feat considered a milestone for polar travelers.

Experience up-close encounters with iconic wildlife: walrus with their impressive tusks, herds of reindeer traversing the tundra, and polar bears roaming the pack ice. Marvel at 16th-century maritime landing sites and revel in birdwatcher’s paradises like the 14th of July Glacier and Alkefjellet. Zodiac excursions take you ashore to places so remote, few humans have ever visited.

This tour package’s standout feature is its depth—providing the most comprehensive Spitsbergen experience available. For travelers seeking the true spirit of Arctic adventure, this journey offers both unmatched wildlife viewing and a profound sense of exploration.

Day 1Arrive in Helsinki, Finland
Day 2Fly to Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Embark
Days 3 to 13Exploring Spitsbergen
Day 14Disembark in Longyearbyen and Fly to Helsinki
Day 15Onward Flight Home
Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

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What's Included

Accommodation
Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeepingAll shore landings per the daily program
Meals
1 BreakfastBeer and house wine during dinnerCoffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
Guide
Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader
Others
All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily programFormal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and special guests as scheduledPhotographic journal documenting the expeditionWaterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landingsOfficial Quark Expeditions® parka to keepComplimentary reusable water bottleHair dryer and bathrobe in every cabinComprehensive onboard materials, including a map and an informative Arctic/Antarctic ReaderAll miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programAll luggage handling aboard the shipEmergency evacuation insurance to a maximum benefit of US$500, 000 per personMandatory price included

What's Excluded

Ship Details

Ultramarine

Ultramarine

Ultramarine is designed to go beyond the familiar in polar exploration, to discover new places, and to immerse you in the best the region has to offer. Equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, Ultramarine offers the most robust portfolio of adventure activities in the industry, the most spacious suites in its category, breathtaking public spaces, and more outdoor wildlife viewing spaces than other expedition ships its size. It also features an innovative mix of sustainability features that exceed all industry standards. With all this and more, Ultramarine is set to deliver the ultimate polar expedition experience.

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