HIGHLIGHTS
- Search
for iconic Arctic wildlife, such as polar bears, walrus and reindeer
- Explore
the magnificent fjords and glaciers of Spitsbergen
- Experience
the remote volcanic island of Jan Mayen
- Cruise
in a Zodiac to explore glaciers, icebergs and more
- Immerse
yourself in the icy realm of the Arctic with optional kayaking
adventures
DATES / RATES
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| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Jul 07, 2025 | Jul 19, 2025 | 10,795 |
11,216 |
Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package
Price: USD 895
Includes
- One
night’s pre-expedition hotel night in Helsinki
- Arrival
and departure transfers in Longyearbyen
- Charter
flight from Helsinki to Longyearbyen
- One
night’s post-expedition hotel night in Reykjavik
// Rates are listed per person in USD
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Jul 07, 2025 | Jul 19, 2025 | 10,795 |
11,216 |
Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package
Price: USD 895
Includes
- One
night’s pre-expedition hotel night in Helsinki
- Arrival
and departure transfers in Longyearbyen
- Charter
flight from Helsinki to Longyearbyen
- One
night’s post-expedition hotel night in Reykjavik
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 & Embark
This
morning, the group will transfer to the airport and board our private
charter flight to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen’s largest
settlement, as part of the transfer package. As you embark this
afternoon, expect great views of the mountainous landscape that serves
as a backdrop for this seaside town.
Days
3 to 6: Exploring Spitsbergen
Exploring
Spitsbergen, the largest island in the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago,
rewards you with austere beauty and opportunities to spot its abundant
wildlife. Here, you’ll visit spectacular glacier fronts and
tundra in full bloom, with walrus, polar bears and Svalbard reindeer
amongst your possible wildlife sightings. Birders will be thrilled to
see Arctic terns, skuas, Brunnich's guillemots, black-legged kittiwakes
and ivory gulls. If conditions permit, you could sail within 10 degrees
of the North Pole!
Days
7 and 8: Cruising
While
sailing south through the historic Greenland Sea toward Jan Mayen, your
Expedition Team will keep you informed with presentations about the
history and politics of the Arctic, its fascinating wildlife, geology,
ecology and climate, and the incredible sights you will soon explore.
On deck, you’ll learn to identify seabirds "on the wing." The
team will also keep a lookout for the whales that frequent the waters
here.
Day
9: Exploring Jan Mayen
North
of the Arctic Circle, about 280 miles (450 km) east of Greenland and
340 miles (550 km) north of Iceland, the mysterious Jan Mayen rises
from the depths of the North Atlantic. Often shrouded in thick fog, the
small mountainous island was declared a nature reserve in 2010 and is
rarely visited, save for the 18 rotating personnel of the Norwegian
military and Norwegian Meteorological Institute, who are the only
inhabitants.
Landing
here will be dictated by the weather and sea. If conditions allow, as
we approach, keep watch on deck as the spoon-shaped island’s
highest summit emerges. At 7,470 feet (2,277 meters) high, the
breathtaking Beerenberg volcano features a symmetrical cone shape and
impressive glaciers that spill into the sea.
If
we’re fortunate, we may get a close- up view of the volcano
and the stratified cliffs of the spectacular north coast as we Zodiac
cruise along the coast of the island, searching for wildlife.
Designated an Important Bird Area by BirdLife International for the
large numbers of breeding seabirds, Jan Mayen supports colonies of
northern fulmars, little auks, glaucous gulls, kittiwakes, and black
and Brunnich's guillemots (thick-billed murres).
Days
10 and 11: Cruising
As
we sail south, the Denmark Strait is your pathway toward Iceland. Take
in a presentation, share your photos, sip an icy cocktail in the bar or
watch a film - there are many things to do during your time at sea.
Your Expedition Team will also be on hand to answer any questions and
point out wildlife.
Day
12: Disembark Reykjavik, Iceland
You’ll
disembark in Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital, at the end of your
expedition, and be transferred to your included hotel for the night.
Day
13: Depart Reykjavik
Today,
make your way to Keflavik Airport to catch your onward flight, or spend
more time exploring the fascinating city of Reykjavik.
Ultramarine (Luxury Expedition, 199-guests)
Ultramarine is designed to go beyond the familiar in polar exploration, to discover new places, and immerse you in the best the region has to offer. Equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, Ultramarine offers the most robust portfolio of adventure activities in the industry, the most spacious suites in its category, breathtaking public spaces, and more outdoor wildlife viewing spaces than other expedition ships its size. It also features a best-in-class 70-day operational range and an innovative mix of sustainability features that exceed all industry standards.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Complimentary
bar service
- Included
Wi-Fi
- Leadership
throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader
- All
Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program
- All
shore landings as per the daily program
- Shipboard
accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All
meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage
(Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as
possible. Unfortunately, the ships’ galleys cannot prepare
kosher meals.)
- Select
beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around
the clock
- Formal
and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as
scheduled
- A
photographic journal documenting the expedition
- A
pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac
cruising excursions
- An
official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
- Hair
dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
- All
miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
- All
luggage handling aboard the ship
- Emergency
Evacuation insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD
$500,000 per person
- Transfer
from Longyearbyen town center to port on embarkation day
- Group
transfer to downtown Reykjavik on disembarkation day
- Greenland
voyages cruise passenger tax
Rates
above do not include the following:
- International
airfare
- Arrival
transfer in Helsinki
- Airport
transfer in Reykjavik
- Passport
and visa expenses
- Government
arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
- Meals
ashore unless otherwise specified
- Baggage,
cancellation, interruption and medical travel
insurance—strongly recommended
- Excess-baggage
fees on international flights
- Mandatory
waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
- Laundry,
bar, beverage and other personal charges unless specified
- Phone
and Internet charges (connectivity may vary by location)
- Voluntary
gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
- Additional
overnight accommodation
- Adventure
Options not listed in Included Activities
ADVENTURE
OPTIONS
Included Activities
- Zodiac
Cruising
- Hiking
- Polar
Plunge
Optional
Activities
