Svalbard Explorer - 28th July - 6th August 2023
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Overview
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- Explore Svalbard on a small ship expedition cruise with just 48 guests in total.
- This expedition takes place on the newly refitted Polar Pioneer, one of the smallest and most rugged expedition cruise ships visiting Svalbard, perfect for visiting the ice edge.
- On this expedition we will venture to the northern wilderness to explore the beautiful landscapes, wildlife and glaciers of north west Spitsbergen, home to an abundance of polar wildlife.
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Trip includes
- Expert Svalbard Expedition Leader
- Lectures on Svalbard
- Use of Zodiac (Dinghies) for shore landings and photography opportunities
- Polar Bear protection guides for shore landings
- Full Board (breakfast, lunch and dinner + alcoholic drinks with evening meal)
- Bedding and towels
- Highly experienced Captain and Cook
- Rubber boots for shore landings
- Transfers from airport to hotel and to vessel for embarkation + vessel to airport/hotel after disembarkation.
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78.2232° N, 15.6267° E
You will step onboard Polar Pioneer in the port of Longyearbyen in the afternoon. After an introduction from our expedition leader and a safety briefing from the Captain, we set sail out through the majestic Adventfjord. As Longyearbyen d...
78.3413° N, 11.7250° E
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79.5223° N, 13.4638° E
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78.5810° N, 11.3932° E
As we sail back south we explore the area in and Kongsfjorden. Expect majestic glaciers, some of Svalbard’s most beautiful fjords and scenery from the decks. Here we encounter one of Svalbard’s most breathtaking sites, the Lilliehook glac...
78.2232° N, 15.6267° E
In the morning we arrive back at the port of Longyearbyen. After breakfast we say our goodbyes after making new friends and sharing a wonderful adventure together.
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- Cabin A $11,300, Cabin B $10,300, Cabin C $9,300, Cabin D $8,300, Cabin E $7,400
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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