HIGHLIGHTS
- Travel with
like-minded people who love to connect with the natural world and the
wonder of science
- Participate
in New Scientist-led workshops and in a science-lead zodiac cruises and
workshop programs with a marine biologist
- Keep an eye
out for majestic polar bears on pack ice
- Discover
the thrill of seeing arctic wildlife, like walrus, reindeer and arctic
fox
- See
towering cliffs teeming with birdlife, including guillemots and puffins
- Enjoy
thrilling Zodiac cruises along blue glacier fronts and through stunning
fjords
- Enjoy
tundra hikes amid stunning scenery without seeing another soul
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person in USD. Promotional offers are not reflected in the rates below.
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| Start Date | End Date | Stateroom Triple | Stateroom Twin Or Superior | Balcony Stateroom C | Balcony Stateroom B | Balcony Stateroom A | Balcony Stateroom Superior | Junior Suite | Captains Suite |
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| Jun 20, 2027 | Jun 27, 2027 | 14,395 | 14,795 | 16,095 | 16,995 | 18,195 | 19,895 | 23,695 | 27,095 |
Rates are listed per person in USD. Promotional offers are not reflected in the rates below.
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| Start Date | End Date | (Starting from)
Stateroom Triple | (Mid-range)
Balcony Stateroom A | (High-end)
Captains Suite |
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| Jun 20, 2027 | Jun 27, 2027 | 14,395 | 18,195 | 27,095 |
ITINERARY
Day
1 : Arrive in Oslo
Having
made your way to Oslo, you will be met by a representative of Aurora
Expeditions and transferred to our group hotel. Upon arrival at your
included hotel, please visit the Aurora Expeditions hospitality desk to
collect your luggage cabin tags and to speak with our ground operations
team, who may have information to share with you about pre-embarkation
or to provide you with information about where to dine, withdraw cash
or purchase last minute items from a local pharmacy or
supermarket.
The
remainder of your time is at leisure. All meals today are at your own
expense.
Accommodation: Oslo Hotel
(to be advised)
Day
2 : Fly to Longyearbyen, embarkation
Spitsbergen
is the largest island in the Svalbard archipelago and offers Arctic
wilderness at its best. Phenomenal fjords, magnificent mountain ranges,
and a polar desert rich in fossils set the stage for heroic tales of
early exploration.
See
walrus hauled out on sea ice or beaches, stretch your legs on tundra
walks carpeted in brightly coloured wildflowers, and visit towering
cliffs noisy with nesting guillemots and puffins. This expedition has
been thoughtfully designed and includes a mix of activities, such as
expert-led talks, engaging workshops and exhilarating Zodiac cruise
safaris. You will be accompanied by engaging guest speakers from the
world of science chosen by New Scientist Discovery Tours, along with
the highly knowledgeable and supportive expedition team. Learn about
topics including glaciology, climate, marine biology, and the history
of polar exploration, deepening your connection to this remote and
rugged archipelago.
If
you’ve chosen an optional activity such as kayaking,
you’ll have the chance to enjoy it when conditions allow. For
those eager to take a polar plunge, once conditions are suitable,
you’ll hear the call to prepare for an exhilarating dip
– a memory to savour for years to come.
Days
3–7 : Spitsbergen
The
island of Spitsbergen is the largest in the Svalbard Archipelago and
offers Arctic wilderness at its best. The members of our experienced
Expedition Team, who have made countless journeys to this area, will
use their expertise to tailor our day-to-day itinerary, choosing the
best options, based on the prevailing weather, sea-ice conditions and
the possibility of encounters with wildlife.
Phenomenal
fjords, magnificent mountains ranges, and a polar desert rich in
fossils, set the stage for heroic tales of early exploration. See
walrus hauled-out on sea ice or on beaches. On land, we stretch our
legs on walks across tundra carpeted in brightly coloured wildflowers.
We visit towering cliffs noisy with nesting guillemots and puffins, and
scree slopes that hold Svalbard’s largest little auk
colonies.
If
you have chosen an optional activity such as kayaking, you will have an
opportunity to enjoy that activity when conditions allow. For those who
are enthusiastic to participate in a polar plunge, as soon as
conditions are suitable, you will hear the announcement to prepare for
an exhilarating dip – a memory you will savour for years to
come.
Day
8 : Disembark in Longyearbyen, fly to Oslo
During
the early morning, we cruise back into Longyearbyen. Farewell your
Expedition Team upon disembarkation and enjoy some free time before
transferring to the airport for your return charter flight to Oslo to
continue your journey.
Note:
the
arrival time in Oslo is contingent on the approved allocated slot for
our charter flight to and from Longyearbyen, which we expect to receive
in March 2027.
Greg Mortimer (Luxury Expedition, 120-guests)
Capable of negotiating the strongest winds and waves, the Greg Mortimer is built to world-class polar standards. It is designed in close consultation with expedition specialists, taking advantage of Auroras more than 25 years of experience.
(Click image to view Ship details)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Airport
arrival and departure transfers to/from our group hotel or port on the
first day and the final day of your voyage package.
- One
night’s hotel accommodation including breakfast, in Oslo on
Day 1.
- Sightseeing
tour of Longyearbyen on Day 2, prior to embarkation (time permitting).
- Return
charter flights between Oslo and Longyearbyen.
- Onboard
accommodation during voyage, including daily cabin service.
- All
meals, snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks and juices during voyage.
- Beer
and house wine with dinner.
- Captain’s
Farewell reception including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house
beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages.
- All
shore excursions and Zodiac cruises.
- Educational
lectures and guiding services provide by Expedition Team.
- Complimentary
access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial
consultation).
- One
3-in-1 waterproof, polar expedition jacket.
- Complimentary
use of Muck Boots during the voyage.
- Comprehensive
pre-departure information.
- Port
surcharges, permits and landing fees.
- Gratuities
during excursions and enrichment program for local guides, drivers,
venues and local sites.
- Wi-Fi.
Please note we travel to remote regions and therefore the connection
can be unreliable.
Excluded from this Voyage :
- International
or domestic flights – unless specified in the itinerary.
- Transfers
– unless specified in the itinerary.
- Airport
arrival or departure taxes.
- Passport,
visa, reciprocity and vaccination fees and charges.
- Travel
insurance or emergency evacuation charges.
- Hotel
accommodation and meals – unless specified in the itinerary.
- Optional
excursions and optional activity surcharges.
- All
items of a personal nature, including but not limited to, alcoholic
beverages (outside of dinner service), on board gratuities*, laundry
services, personal clothing, medical expenses, email or phone charges.
ADVENTURE
OPTIONS
Add-on
Activities
Included
Activities
- Bird watching
- Lectures on wildlife, our environment, history and
destinations
- Marine Mammal Spotting
- Photography
- Polar plunge
- Trips ashore
- Walking
- Wildlife Watching
- Zodiac cruising
- Scenic cruising
