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Crossing the Jewels of the Arctic: From Svalbard through East Greenland to Iceland
Journey across the High Arctic aboard the SEAVENTURE on a 14-day expedition connecting Svalbard, Jan Mayen, East Greenland, and Iceland. Beginning in Copenhagen with an included hotel stay and charter flight to Longyearbyen, this voyage follows a remarkable route through glacier-carved fjords, drifting Arctic pack ice, remote volcanic landscapes, and some of Greenland's most isolated wilderness. Explore the dramatic coastlines of Spitsbergen before crossing the Greenland Sea toward Jan Mayen, where the glacier-covered Beerenberg volcano dominates the island's rugged scenery.
Continue west to East Greenland for several days of flexible expedition activities within Northeast Greenland National Park and the vast Scoresby Sound fjord system. Possible experiences include Zodiac cruises beneath towering glacier fronts, guided walks across Arctic tundra, wildlife observation, and a cultural encounter in the remote community of Ittoqqortoormiit. Polar bears, seals, musk oxen, Arctic foxes, seabirds, and occasional whales may be observed along the route. With navigation and shore activities adapted to prevailing conditions, the expedition offers an authentic exploration of the Arctic's landscapes, ecosystems, and communities before concluding in Reykjavik.
Day by day
Cruise Includes
One pre-cruise hotel night in Copenhagen on Day 1, including breakfast.
Charter flight between Copenhagen and Longyearbyen on embarkation day.
Local ground transfer between Longyearbyen port and airport.
Waterproof polar expedition parka provided for guests to keep.
Reusable water bottle provided for guests to keep.
Loaner boots for Zodiac cruising and shore landings.
10GB of Starlink Wi-Fi data for personal devices, with additional data available for purchase.
Accommodation aboard the expedition vessel, including daily housekeeping.
All onboard meals and snacks.
Selected beer, house wines, and soft drinks during dinner.
Coffee and tea available at no additional charge throughout the day.
Daily soft-drink replenishment of the in-suite minibar.
Included excursions at ports of call.
Expedition shore landings and Zodiac cruising.
Guiding services and educational presentations from the 66 Expedition Team and scheduled guest speakers.
Expedition photographic journal and digital voyage photographs.
Luggage handling during embarkation and disembarkation.
Applicable port charges, landing fees, and permits.
Cruise does not include
Mandatory onboard service charge of US$15 per person for each ship night, automatically charged to the onboard account.
Waterproof pants, which are required for Zodiac excursions and shore landings.
International or domestic air travel not specifically identified as included.
Charges for excess baggage on flights.
Ground transportation or transfers not explicitly listed in the itinerary.
Passport costs, visa fees, reciprocity charges, and vaccination-related expenses.
Travel insurance and emergency evacuation costs.
Additional hotels and meals not specified as included.
Optional excursions and activities, including kayaking at US$255.
Personal purchases and expenses, including alcoholic drinks outside dinner service, laundry, spa services, telephone charges, and other individual costs.
Highlights
A complete Arctic expedition route: Travel from Svalbard across the Greenland Sea and East Greenland before reaching Iceland, experiencing several distinct polar regions within one voyage.
Spitsbergen's glaciers and fjords: Explore potential locations such as Ny-Ålesund, Kongsfjorden, and Krossfjorden, where Arctic research history meets dramatic natural landscapes.
The shifting Arctic ice edge: Navigate near drifting pack ice and observe the marine environments associated with seals and possible polar bear encounters.
The volcanic island of Jan Mayen: Discover the remote setting of Beerenberg volcano, with access dependent on Norwegian authorization and prevailing conditions.
Northeast Greenland National Park: Enter the world's largest national park and explore remote fjord landscapes with opportunities for Zodiac cruises and short guided walks.
Arctic wildlife observation: Look for polar bears, seals, musk oxen, Arctic foxes, seabirds, and occasional whales in suitable natural habitats.
Cultural encounters in Ittoqqortoormiit: Learn about life in a remote East Greenland community through a possible town visit and cultural experiences.
The immense waterways of Scoresby Sound: Experience a vast fjord network characterized by glaciers, mountains, floating icebergs, and changing Arctic light.
Expedition-led exploration: Benefit from flexible navigation, educational presentations, and guiding services provided by the expedition team.
Activities
Sea Kayaking
Under full instruction from your sea kayaking guide, experience true tranquillity as you paddle through clinking ice floes and realise the enormity of the surrounding scenery. Look out for breaching whales, lounging seals and penguins zipping alongside your kayak. Some experience is required.
Ice Camping
Camp out on the ice and experience the silence which blankets the continent by night. This is your chance to completely connect with this ethereal ice world – wrap up warm and embrace the Antarctic elements.
Snowshoeing
Get a spring in your step when you slip on a pair of snowshoes in Antarctica. Enabling you to easily scale gentle slopes, this unique activity allows you to access hard to reach places and seek out the most impressive views.
Photography
Crossing the Jewels of the Arctic: From Svalbard through East Greenland to Iceland
From USD 13595,00
