17 DAYS! Arctic Island Odyssey - Svalbard, Greenland And Iceland

HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore the largest national park and the most extensive fjord system on Earth.
• Witness epic scenery and come home filled with knowledge from the extensive and immersive onboard science and learning programme.
• Drink in the beauty of the High Arctic and look for iconic wildlife like musk oxen and polar bears.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Explore cosmopolitan Oslo
Day 2-4: Welcome to Longyearbyen
Day 5: Peaceful Ny-Ålesund
Day 6-7: Relaxing at sea
Day 8-15: Northeast Greenland National Park and Scoresby Sund expedition days
Day 16: Denmark Strait
Day 17: Reykjavík

WHAT'S INCLUDED

What’s included

• Flight in economy class from Oslo to Longyearbyen before the expedition cruise
• Overnight in Oslo and Longyearbyen before the expedition cruise.
• All transfers and excursions in Longyearbyen

Expedition Cruise

• A stay in a cabin of your choice
• Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Wine, beer and spirits available at meals and throughout the day and evening (subject to licensing laws; excludes premium drinks)
• All day coffee, tea, and soft drinks
• Fine dining in restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
• A complimentary water bottle to refill on board and take home
• A polar expedition jacket, a backpack, or another piece of HX gear
• Professional photos from your trip taken by our onboard photographer
• Complimentary Wi-Fi. Please note that streaming is not supported.
• Use of sauna, hot tubs, fitness room, lounges, and more
• Gratuities included. Fantastic service is standard at HX (though if you’d like to leave something extra, it’s always appreciated).
• Range of included activities

Onboard Activities

• In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by experts on the Expedition Team
• Full access to the ship’s Science Center
• The Citizen Science Program allows guests to assist with ongoing scientific research
• An onboard professional photographer will give tips and tricks for taking the best landscape and wildlife photos
• Informal gatherings with the crew for daily briefings

Landing Activities

• Escorted landing with small expedition boats
• Loan of boots, trekking poles and all equipment for activities
• Expedition photographers on hand to assist you

Notes

• All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
• Excursions and activities are subject to change
• Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
• Depending on your flight times, an additional overnight stay might be needed (not included)

Not Included

• International flights
• Additional overnight stay(s) may be required due to the timing of international flights
• Travel insurance
• Luggage handling
• Optional shore excursions with our local partners
• Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team

- - - Attempted route, depends on ice conditions
Our Attempts are voyages where we challenge the elements in true expedition style. As we explore these remote and captivating areas in a safe way, our adventure will ultimately be guided by nature. If weather, sea or ice conditions do not allow our planned navigation, our experienced crew will offer an adapted itinerary. Flexibility and our deep knowledge of the area combine to give you an amazing exploration experience.