Svalbard in Spring: Sea Ice, Pristine Snow and Wildlife

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11 daysDuration

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199 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

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Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Highlights

Witness the snow-covered landscapes under the Midnight Sun

Photograph sea ice

and the wildlife it attracts

Experience the Arctic as it “wakes up”

Observe the arrival of migratory species

Spot iconic Arctic wildlife

walruses, reindeer, Arctic foxes, and the elusive polar bear

Explore Svalbard on an ice-class polar vessel

Spot iconic Arctic wildlife

walruses, reindeer, Arctic foxes, and the elusive polar bear

Explore Svalbard on an ice-class polar vessel

Itinerary

day 1Arrive in Helsinki, Finland

Arrive in the Finnish capital and make your way to the group hotel located right at Helsinki airport, included in your Charter Flight & Hotel Package.
You will have the rest of the day to explore explore the many museums, galleries and restaurants, relax at a Finnish sauna or wander the vibrant Design District. If you do plan to visit Helsinki city centre, take advantage of the convenient 40-minute rail service from the airport.

day 2Fly to Longyearbyen, Svalbard, and embark

day 3 - 9Springtime in the Svalbard Wilderness

day 10Disembark in Longyearbyen and fly to Helsinki

day 11Depart Helsinki

What's Included

Accommodation

All accommodation: 8 nights on the ship, 2 nights hotel

Meals

All meals while on the ship, plus beer and house wine during dinner

Transport

Immersive itinerary with all transport and listed activitiesMandatory transfer package including return flights between Helsinki and Longyearbyen

Guide

Expert tour leader to enhance your adventure

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