Embark on the Arctic Odyssey from Svalbard to Iceland luxury cruise, a captivating journey from Svalbard to Iceland, taking in the East Greenland coast. The experience begins at Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, making its way through the pristine landscapes of Svalbard, across the Norwegian Sea, stopping at the remote Jan Mayen Island, exploring the dramatic Kong Oscar Fjord and Scoresby Sund in East Greenland, and winding down at Reykjavik. The journey offers a diverse range of destinations, each with its own unique allure. In Svalbard, explore abundant wildlife and spectacular glaciers, while East Greenland’s Scoresby Sund—the largest fjord system on Earth—and Kong Oscar Fjord present labyrinths of towering cliffs and drifting icebergs. Visit Ittoqqortoormiit, one of the most isolated settlements in Greenland, where a handful of residents maintain a traditional Arctic way of life. Jan Mayen Island’s stark beauty, with its active volcano, and the charming villages of Ísafjörður and Vigur Island in Iceland, round out this remarkable itinerary. The activities ensure every moment is filled with adventure. Experience thrilling zodiac tours at the mouth of tidewater glaciers, or opt for serene kayaking excursions led by the Swan Hellenic Expedition Team. Engage in insightful onboard lectures or enhance your photography skills.
Embark on the Arctic Odyssey from Svalbard to Iceland luxury cruise, a captivating journey from Svalbard to Iceland, taking in the East Greenland coast. The experience begins at Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, making its way through the pristine landscapes of Svalbard, across the Norwegian Sea, stopping at the remote Jan Mayen Island, exploring the dramatic Kong Oscar Fjord and Scoresby Sund in East Greenland, and winding down at Reykjavik. The journey offers a diverse range of destinations, each with its own unique allure. In Svalbard, explore abundant wildlife and spectacular glaciers, while East Greenland’s Scoresby Sund—the largest fjord system on Earth—and Kong Oscar Fjord present labyrinths of towering cliffs and drifting icebergs. Visit Ittoqqortoormiit, one of the most isolated settlements in Greenland, where a handful of residents maintain a traditional Arctic way of life. Jan Mayen Island’s stark beauty, with its active volcano, and the charming villages of Ísafjörður and Vigur Island in Iceland, round out this remarkable itinerary. The activities ensure every moment is filled with adventure. Experience thrilling zodiac tours at the mouth of tidewater glaciers, or opt for serene kayaking excursions led by the Swan Hellenic Expedition Team. Engage in insightful onboard lectures or enhance your photography skills.
Take a remarkable journey from Svalbard and the rarely visited Jan Mayen Island to Greenland and Iceland on this thrilling Arctic adventure. Explore Svalbard’s pristine landscapes, cross the Norwegian Sea to remote Jan Mayen Island, and navigate East Greenland’s dramatic Kong Oscar Fjord and Scoresby Sund, the world’s largest fjord system. Visit Ittoqqortoormiit, one of Greenland’s most isolated settlements, and experience Greenland’s striking scenery with its towering cliffs, drifting icebergs, and diverse Arctic wildlife. The expedition continues to Iceland, visiting the charming villages of Ísafjörður and Vigur Island, known for its rich birdlife and traditional eiderdown farming, and concludes in Reykjavik
NOTE: This itinerary provides general information about each destination. Also, please be aware that some of the venues and highlights mentioned may not be open or accessible on the day we visit. For the most accurate tour program, we recommend contacting your Swan Hellenic agent or travel agent closer to your departure date.
High-latitude coasts where glaciers, fjords, and shifting light set the pace, and wildlife watching is part of the day from deck and shore.
Listen to the symphony of nature as towering icebergs and colossal glaciers crack and calve.
During your trip, join Swan Hellenics Citizen Science programs and contribute to real-world environmental research.
Time to explore Longyearbyen — the Svalbard Museum, the North Pole Expeditions Museum, dog sledding history, and the world's northernmost town on its own terms.
Learn more about this isolated polar region from our on board team of experts.
Spy on polar bears, walruses, whales and arctic foxes in their natural habitat.
Each Swan Hellenic journey is designed to inspire curiosity, broaden horizons, and create lasting memories. Our guests' experiences bring to life the spirit of cultural discovery and exploration that defines our voyages.