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Arctic Fjords & Polar Bear Expedition

14 Day Fly, Stay & Expedition Cruise Holiday with $5000 Bonus Value Including City Stays, Exclusive Package Savings & More

  • Expedition Experiences
  • $5000 Bonus Value
  • Sail | July 2026

Book By 31 December 2024

Set Sail on 4 July 2026

Product Code: MC-33305

Arctic Fjords & Polar Bear Expedition

14 Day Fly, Stay & Expedition Cruise Holiday with $5000 Bonus Value Including City Stays, Exclusive Package Savings & More

  • Expedition Experiences
  • $5000 Bonus Value
  • Sail | July 2026

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Enjoy full-service flights to Oslo returning from Copenhagen

Explore the vibrant city of Oslo with a BONUS 1 night hotel stay

 

BONUS Charter flight
Travel on a private charter flight from Oslo to Longyearbyen

Explore the vibrant city of Longyearbyen with a BONUS 1 night hotel stay

 

BONUS Hotel to cruise port transfer in Longyearbyen
Enjoy the convenience of transfer from your hotel in Longyearbyen to cruise port

Set Sail on an 10 day ultimate Svalbard expedition cruise from Longyearbyen onboard Hurtigruten MS Spitsbergen in an Polar Inside Stateroom

Indulge in all-inclusive dining at breakfast, lunch and dinner, with flavourful menus inspired by the destinations visited on your voyage
Pair your meal with your favourite beverages, including coffee, tea, soft drinks, wine, beer and spirits
Take advantage of onboard leisure facilities, including hot tubs, swimming pools and panoramic saunas
Stay connected throughout your voyage with included Starlink wifi
Enjoy fantastic service without worry with prepaid onboard gratuities

Enrich your expedition experience with in-depth lectures and discussions delivered by Experts on the Expedition Team
Enjoy full use of the onboard Science Centre, complete with an extensive library and advanced biological and geological equipment
Assist with ongoing scientific research by taking part in the Citizen Science Programme
Enjoy informal gatherings onboard with the Expedition Crew, including daily recaps and preparation for the next adventure
Take advantage of specialised photography tips and techniques from the professional onboard photography to ensure you get the best landscape and wildlife photos

Leave nothing but footprints and take nothing but pictures as you journey ashore for escorted landings onboard small expedition boats (zodiacs) in North West Spitsbergen & Eastern Svalberg’s National Parks.
Choose to join optional excursions ashore by kayaking through the glaciers to witness the wildlife up close from whales, seals or elusive polar bear in the wild.
Channel your inner explorer on exhilarating landings, hikes and kayak trips through the through deep fjords and by calving glaciers
Set out by foot to wander through the green patches of land in Hornsund and visit the little Auk colonies for from history and culture.
Say hello to the Arctic foxes, reindeer and endless wildlife viewings in Astonishing Isfjord
Explore further with the use of wind & water-resistant expedition jacket, specialist boots, trekking poles and all expedition equipment for activities ashore

Enjoy a one way flight from from Longyearbyen to Copenhagen
Explore the vibrant city of Copenhagen with a BONUS 2 night hotel stay

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Oslo, Norway

Welcome to Oslo! Surrounded by mountains and the sea, the capital of Norway is surprisingly cosmopolitan. Admire Edvard Munch’s famed works at the National Gallery, explore the medieval Akershus Fortress and discover the world’s best-preserved Viking ships at the Viking Ship Museum. Enjoy a 1-night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Longyearbyen, Norway

Board your one way charter flight from Oslo to Longyearbyen. As the world’s northernmost community, Svalbard is a land of dramatic snow-covered peaks, icy glaciers, and more polar bears than people. There are endless outdoor adventures to be had here, from hiking through glacial caves and discovering local wildlife via boat tour, to dogsledding and kayaking in Arctic waters. Enjoy a 1-night hotel stay to explore this city.

 
Longyearbyen, Norway

Embark your 10 day Ultimate Svalbard Expedition Cruise from onboard MS Spitsbergen today.

 
Ny-Ã…lesund, Norway

Today, soak in the serenity of Ny-Ålesund and its neighbouring fjords, such as Krossfjord and Kongsfjord. Ny-Ålesund is one of Svalbard’s northernmost settlements, and a hub for global science and climate research. Be ready for adventure, as there may be an opportunity to launch HX’s small expedition boats, go ashore to hike or cruise past majestic glaciers.  

 
North West Spitsbergen National Park, Norway

Over the next two days, delve into the untamed wilderness of Northwest Spitsbergen National Park. Amidst steep mountains, glaciers and offshore islands, seek out Arctic wildlife like whales, seals, walruses and reindeer. With luck, spot elusive polar bears from the ship’s Observation Deck. Experience adventure with kayaking, expedition boat rides and hiking. 

 
Ice Edge Attempt

If conditions allow, today you’ll sail north and cross the 80th parallel to explore Svalbard’s ever-changing polar ice edge. This is a magical place where the waters are filled with sparkling ice floes and drifting pack ice, and wildlife such as seals and walruses can be spotted. If the ice edge is out of reach during your expedition, you’ll instead explore the equally impressive deep fjords, mighty glaciers and enchanting scenery of the Svalbard coast.

 
South Spitsbergen National Park, Norway

Discover the unspoiled wonders of South Spitsbergen National Park. Traverse its majestic landscapes, where towering mountains meet icy fjords. Encounter a rich diversity of Arctic wildlife, from polar bears to seabirds. Prepare for an extraordinary journey into the heart of this pristine Arctic wilderness. 

 
Hornsund Fjord, Norway

Continue south towards Hornsund, one of Svalbard’s most striking fjords. Here, rich and colourful vegetation makes way for towering mountains along this picturesque waterway. Head out on deck to spot calving glaciers, the snowcapped Mount Hornsundtind and wildlife like seals and whales.  

 
Bellsund, Norway

Today, head to the snow-tipped mountains of the Bellsund sound, whose cliffs are home to large colonies of auks, guillemots and northern fulmars. Onshore, keep an eye out for Arctic foxes and Svalbard reindeer. You can also spot early mining settlements and learn about Wanny Woldstad, the first female trapper.  

 
Longyearbyen, Norway - Copenhagen, Denmark

Disembark MS Spitsbergen in Longyearbyen and board your one way flight to Copenhagen today.  This lively capital is teeming with history, architecture, and mouth-watering dining options. Explore the colourful row houses at Nyhavn, bring out your inner child at the Tivoli Gardens and admire the opulence of Rosenborg Castle.  Enjoy a 2-night hotel stay to explore this beautiful city.

 
Copenhagen, Denmark

Farewell Copenhagen as you board your flight home, or ask us about our flexible flights and extend your stay.

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Price based on cruise sail date 4 July 2026

Price based on departing from Auckland

Extra charges apply for:

  • Christchurch ($199pp)

Based on Polar Inside Stateroomview stateroom

Upgrade to Polar Outside Stateroom from $2499 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Arctic Superior Stateroom from $4199 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Expedition Grand Suite from $9399 per personview stateroom

 

Prices are per person twin share in NZD, and subject to availability and currency fluctuations.
Pricing is subject to change until reservation is confirmed. Please note – Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions are subject to change and availability.
Seasonal and/or flight routing surcharges may apply. Flights may not be direct or operate daily.  Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur.

Important – if your cruise holiday package is made up of consecutive back to back sailings, there is a chance that you may be allocated different cabin numbers on each voyage and may be required to change cabins throughout your journey.

Please note upgrade amounts advertised may be based on lead in obstructed view staterooms.

Please note – onboard benefits valued at has been converted into New Zealand Dollars from the onboard currency. Details of the onboard currency can be provided by your consultant at the time of enquiry.  Shore excursions and other items such as alcoholic beverages & laundry are an additional cost. Should onboard gratuities or hotel service charges not already be included in your package, these are mandatory and charged by the cruise line to your onboard account on a day by day basis.
Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice.

Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking.

Please note: Flight deviations requested by the traveller incur a fee of $150NZD per person plus any additional airfare and or tax charges.  These will be advised by our Cruise After Sales / Air Department at the time of selecting your flights

Please note that a majority of US based (including Hawaii) hotels impose a daily mandatory additional charge that is automatically added to your bill by the hotel. There are various inclusions provided for these resort fees. These fees are separate from, cannot be prepaid prior to arrival and are in addition to our advertised package.
Please note many European hotels charge a nominal daily City Tourist Tax which is utilised locally for tourism-related purposes and to improve the local infrastructure in the area. This tax is collected by the hotels directly from the customer and the amount can vary by region, hotel size or type. Local regulations state this must be collected by the hotel and cannot be prepaid.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have checked the Visa requirements for all countries visited on this itinerary.
China, Russia, India, Canada, and the USA require visas to be arranged prior to sailing for all New Zealand passport holders.
For Non-New Zealand passport holders please check with the appropriate embassy.

** Low Deposit Policy
A second deposit (part payment) will be required/date & amount will be supplied by the consultant at the time of booking.

Product Code: MC-33305

From $19,490 *pp
Valued at $21990
Book By 31 December 2024

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