HIGHLIGHTS
- Spot
iconic Arctic wildlife, such as polar bears, walrus and reindeer
- View
numerous Arctic bird species, like puffins, Arctic terns and purple
sandpipers
- Anticipate
a full circumnavigation of Spitsbergen
- Explore
glaciers, fjords, icebergs and more with included Zodiac cruising
- Immerse
yourself in the icy realm of the Arctic with optional kayaking
adventures
- Hike
the tundra and polar desert
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person
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| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Jul 09, 2026 | Jul 23, 2026 | 20,195 |
21,330 |
Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package Price: USD 1,195 Includes - One night’s pre-expedition hotel night at Helsinki airport hotel, with breakfast
- Charter flight from Helsinki to Longyearbyen
- Arrival and departure transfers in Longyearbyen
- Charter flight from Longyearbyen to Helsinki
Rates are listed per person
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Jul 09, 2026 | Jul 23, 2026 | 20,195 |
21,330 |
Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package Price: USD 1,195 Includes - One night’s pre-expedition hotel night at Helsinki airport hotel, with breakfast
- Charter flight from Helsinki to Longyearbyen
- Arrival and departure transfers in Longyearbyen
- Charter flight from Longyearbyen to Helsinki
ITINERARY
Day
1: Arrive in Helsinki, Finland
Your
Arctic adventure begins in Helsinki, renowned for its extraordinary
architecture and intriguing mix of eastern and western influences. If
you arrive early, explore the many museums, galleries and restaurants,
relax at a Finnish sauna or wander the vibrant Design District before
retiring at your included hotel.
Day
2: Fly to Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Embark
This
morning, the group will transfer to the airport and board our private
charter flight to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen’s largest
settlement. As your ship sets sail, enjoy your first view of the
island’s rugged, glacier-topped mountains rising majestically
from frigid waters.
Day
3 to 13: Exploring Spitsbergen
Expect
a new adventure every day as we begin our journey by heading north and
around the island of Spitsbergen, exploring smaller, outlying islands.
We plan to circumnavigate Spitsbergen, but if conditions are favorable,
we will also attempt a larger circumnavigation of the archipelago,
including many of the outer islands in the Svalbard archipelago. Every
expedition will be different, depending on the weather and ice, but
some of the places we may visit include the 14th of July Glacier,
Ny-London, Phippsøya, Alkefjellet and the seldom-visited
Kvitøya.
These
names may seem strange to you, but each site has its own unique appeal.
There is no shortage of natural beauty in Spitsbergen, where colorful
tundra meadows are complemented by immense glaciers. For birders, 14th
of July Bay is home to puffins, purple sandpipers, black-legged
kittiwakes, pink-footed geese, and barnacle geese, while
Alkefjellet’s cliffs are teeming with nesting
Bru?nnich’s guillemots (thick-billed murres).
Always
on the lookout for wildlife, be sure to have your camera ready to
capture reindeer when we visit sites like Ny-London, Sundneset and
Alkhornet. Searching for the iconic polar bear is a constant activity
for your Expedition Team. Phippsøya and Isbukta are often
home to sea ice, the bears’ preferred habitat for hunting,
which translates into great potential for you to view and capture them
in action.
A
big part of appreciating Spitsbergen comes from understanding the
history—not just how people live today, but also how this
land was first explored. Whaling was a key industry, and you will see
remains of outposts from the 16th century, plus other evidence of
whaling at landing sites such as Smeerenburg.
Day
14: Disembark in Longyearbyen and Fly to Helsinki
Your
adventure ends in the frontier-style settlement of Longyearbyen. From
here, we’ll transfer you to the airport for your return group
charter flight to Helsinki, included in the transfer package.
Day
15: Onward Flight Home
After
breakfast, you can make your way to the airport for your onward flight
home, or stay to explore Finland’s culturally-rich capital on
your own if you’ve made prior arrangements.
Ocean Explorer (Luxury Expedition, 138-guests)
Ocean Explorer, the newest addition to our fleet, is modern, elegant
and purpose-built for polar exploration. The 138-passenger vessel has
been designed with the latest in expedition ship technology. One of the
ship’s key features is the ULSTEIN X-BOW®, a marine
engineering innovation that ensures a comfortable and smooth sailing
experience thanks to the inverted bow. Located at the bow is the
two-story, light-filled library, which introduces a welcome airiness to
the expedition ship.
(Click image to view Ship details)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Specialist
Expedition Leaders:
Our
team is comprised of the most professional and passionate Expedition
Leaders in the world, who bring a wide range of experience and
expertise to every adventure.
Immersive
Off-ship Activities:
Itineraries
are packed with adventure options designed to immerses travelers in the
polar wilderness, enabling them to connect with the natural wonders of
their surroundings.
On-Ship
Experiences & Facilities:
Designed
for comfort and adventure, each ship accommodates no more than 200
guests. Facilities include comfortable cabins, exceptional dining
options, wellness treatments, and breathtaking panoramic views of the
polar landscape.
Food
& Beverages :
Premium
dining, with a wide selection of options that accommodate a variety of
dietary preferences.
Quark
Expedition Perks :
Complementary
Wi-Fi, alcohol on all voyages, and the Official Quark Expeditions parka
to take home.
Transfers
:
Select
voyages include essential transportation and accommodation arrangements
for guests, ensuring seamless travel to and from the expedition
starting point.
Adventure
Options:
- Hiking in the Arctic
- Polar Plunge in the Arctic
- Zodiac Cruising in the Arctic
Optional
Activity
- Paddling
Excursion in the Arctic - USD 295
- Sea
Kayaking in the Arctic - USD 1,795
