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YOUR TRIP
This luxury cruise embarks on a roundtrip journey to the edge of the Arctic, setting sail from Tromsø and returning to the same Arctic gateway. Over eleven days, the itinerary visits notable destinations, including Bear Island, Svalbard, and the majestic North Cape. The voyage offers the enchanting experience of exploring the Arctic’s striking landscapes and unique wildlife.
The cruise provides opportunities to visit fascinating places such as the scenic Arctic Cathedral in Tromsø and the rich birdlife at Bear Island, where millions of Atlantic puffins and other seabirds nest. In Svalbard, explore the realm of polar bears, walruses, and arctic foxes amidst its stunning glaciers and fjords. North Cape presents iconic views and unique Arctic phenomena like the midnight sun.
Throughout this luxury cruise, guests can partake in a variety of activities. Join the expedition team on a thrilling Zodiac tour at Bear Island or savor the sights from the ship’s observation deck. Optional activities include kayaking in Svalbard or a King Crab Safari at Sarnes. Onboard, delve into lectures and enhance your photography skills with guidance from professional photographers, ensuring an enriching journey.
Trip Highlights
View nesting Arctic seabirds such as guillemots, razorbills, little auks, fulmars and gulls.
Explore the vast tundra-covered and icy landscapes of the High Arctic.
Watch for polar bears, walruses, ringed seals and other Arctic mammals as they roam in their natural habitat.
Sail past North Cape, Western Europe's most northerly geographic point.
Navigate through sea ice in the Arctic Ocean, including cruising close to towering tidewater glaciers.
Itinerary
Tromsø
Day 1
The Arctic gateway, Tromso at 69 degrees north, is renowned for the midnight sun in summer and the Northern Lights in winter. The Arctic Cathedral, with stained-glass windows, hosts midnight concerts. The Fjellheisen cable car offers panoramic views from Mount Storsteinen, while the historic centre features old wooden houses. The Polar Museum chronicles early polar explorations, and the thriving Alpine Botanic Garden adds to Tromso's charm.
Bear Island
Day 2
The greatest bird cliff in the Barents Sea is on Bear Island, or Bjørnøya, Svalbard’s southernmost island. Atlantic puffins, northern gannets, glaucous gulls, great skuas, black-legged kittiwakes, little auks, common guillemots, and Brünnich's guillemots, nest on the steep cliffs near Kapp Kolthoff, south of Sørhamna. The ocean has sculpted sea stack rock columns, sea caves and tunnels, with a notable tunnel at Perleporten.
Zodiac Tour With Swan Hellenic Expedition Team
Included
Join your expedition team on this exhilarating boat ride to Bear Island, the largest bird
cliff in the Barents Sea
See millions of birds nesting on the steep cliffs such as Atlantic puffins, gannets, gulls,
skuas, kittiwakes, little auks and guillemots
Admire sea stack rock formations, caves and tunnels sculpted by the battering seas
Svalbard
Days 3-8
Svalbard is the kingdom of the polar bears, deep in the Arctic Circle, featuring varied polar landscapes and gargantuan glaciers. Beyond magnificent fjords in the north, the remaining sea ice serves as prime hunting grounds for polar bears. Closer to Longyearbyen, tundra and beaches replace snow and ice. Alongside 600 polar bears, this Arctic hotspot is home to walrus, Svalbard reindeer, ringed seals and arctic fox
Kayak With Swan Hellenic Expedition Team (single outing)
Optional
02 h 00 m
Explore the polar regions where few have been from water level in the comfort and
silence of your kayak
Revel in the unspoilt magnificence of the world's last great wildernesses as you glide
through icy waters
Observe incredible polar scenery and local wildlife from the serene vantage of your
silent vessel
Day at sea
Day 9
Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.
Skarsvag (Nordkapp)
Day 10
Skarsvåg, Europe’s northernmost fishing village on Magerøya Island, is a short journey from Nordkapp (North Cape)—Europe's northernmost point above the Arctic Circle, marked by a striking globe monument. Only Svalbard stands between here and the North Pole. Along the coast, Atlantic puffin colonies and over a million seabirds nest, including arctic skuas, razorbills, northern gannets, white-tailed eagles, common eider ducks and great cormorants.
Hike to Kirkeporten Rock
Optional
03 h 00 m
Witness the breathtaking view of the North Cape Horn through Kirkeporten rock's opening
Learn the history of the island of Magerøya and the cultural practices of its inhabitants
Engage with your guide about the diverse plants and wildlife thriving in the mountains and fjord
King Crab Safari at Sarnes
Optional
03 h 30 m
Immerse yourself in Northern Norwegian wildlife by catching giant King Crabs straight from
Sarnes Lavvo Camp beach
Take part in this authentic culinary experience by preparing and cooking your very own
crab over an open fire
Enjoy the breathtaking natural beauty of the North Norwegian coast while enjoying your
freshly cooked meal by the fire
Guided Transfer to North Cape
Included
02 h 30 m
Get panoramic views overlooking the Arctic Ocean from the Globe near the edge of the
cliff, weather permitting
Explore the "stone-wheels" adorned with children's drawings from across the globe,
promoting peace and friendship
Catch a film at the Visitor Centre showcasing the area’s different seasons and changing
scenery throughout the year
Cruising North Cape
Day 10
North Cape (Nordkapp), the northernmost tip of Europe in Norway, where the Arctic Ocean meets the rugged coast, is a majestic headland that has fascinated explorers for centuries. Cruising to North Cape promises an awe-inspiring encounter with nature's grandeur and a glimpse into the Arctic's captivating allure. In summer, North Cape basks in the ethereal glow of the midnight sun, a surreal phenomenon where the sun never fully sets.
Tromsø
Day 11
The Arctic gateway, Tromso at 69 degrees north, is renowned for the midnight sun in summer and the Northern Lights in winter. The Arctic Cathedral, with stained-glass windows, hosts midnight concerts. The Fjellheisen cable car offers panoramic views from Mount Storsteinen, while the historic centre features old wooden houses. The Polar Museum chronicles early polar explorations, and the thriving Alpine Botanic Garden adds to Tromso's charm.
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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.
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Suites feature a king size bed, and have a separate living room, with a flame-effect fireplace. There’s also a luxurious ensuite bathroom – with separate bath tub and walk-in shower – and a 10m2 (108ft2) private balcony.
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