
Iceland, Jan Mayen, Spitsbergen – Arctic Islands Discovery (Eastbound)
Iceland, Jan Mayen, Spitsbergen – Arctic Islands Discovery (Eastbound)
Discover picturesque fjords, majestic glaciers, mountain ranges and picturesque wildlife on an awe-inspiring expedition to remote Arctic islands.
The land of Ice and Fire.
Your journey begins in Reykjavik, the world’s northernmost capital. Situated close to many of Iceland’s famous lagoons, geysers, hot springs and waterfalls, you’ll soak up the slow-paced life of remote fishing villages like Stykkishólmur and Patreksfjördur before exploring their scenic surroundings.
Rarely visited Arctic islands
Soak up the vibe of Iceland’s lively ‘northern capital’ Akureyri, before changing pace altogether in remote Grimsey, home to large colonies of Atlantic Puffins. On the vast island of Jan Mayen, you’ll see the imposing Mt Beerenberg, the most northerly active volcano on the planet. Visitors to this isolated land are rare, while the rugged terrain and unpredictable conditions mean we’re one of the few to attempt landings here.
North West Spitsbergen National Park in the Svalbard archipelago showcases Arctic beauty in all its rugged and pristine grandeur. Witness picturesque fjords, steep mountains and beautiful islands while looking out for the wildlife. Your expedition ends in Longyearbyen, the town on top of the world. Get a taste of what it feels like to live this far north as you explore this unique settlement.
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Day 1
Reykjavik
Cosmopolitan Reykjavík
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Day 2
Stykkishólmur
Snæfellsnes peninsula
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Day 3
Patreksfjördur
Beautiful Patreksfjörður
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Day 4
Akureyri
Eyjafjörður to Akureyri
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Day 5
Grímsey
Grímsey’s puffins
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Day 6
At sea
A relaxing day at sea
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Day 7
Jan Mayen Island
Volcanic Jan Mayen
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Day 8
At sea
Sailing towards Svalbard
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Day 9-12
North West Spitsbergen National Park
Adventures in an Arctic wilderness
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Day 13
Longyearbyen
Lively Frontier Town in the High Arctic
Departures
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Current offers on this cruise:
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Solo Traveller Offer
Solo travellers who prefer their own space while still travelling with others, have the opportunity to save on select voyages departing in 2023. For a limited time, pay no single supplement if you book one of the below expedition cruises.This offer applies to a selection of departures that you can find on each voyage page.See Special Offer
What's included
Included in your voyage
Transfers
- Transfer from the ship to the airport in Longyearbyen after the expedition cruise
Flights
- Flights in economy class from Longyearbyen to Oslo after the expedition cruise
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurant Aune
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Please note there is very limited Wi-Fi and phone signal in the remote areas we travel to and streaming is not supported. When in Svalbard, there is no Wi-Fi or mobile coverage except in Longyearbyen or Barentsburg.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to use at water refill stations on board
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
Onboard Activities
- Experts on the Expedition Team deliver in-depth lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- Citizen Science programme allows guests to assist with live scientific research
- Professional onboard photographer gives top tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
- Use of the ship’s hot tubs, sauna, indoor gym
- Informal gatherings with the crew such as daily recaps and preparation for the day to come
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats
- Loan of boots, trekking poles, and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition Photographers help with your camera settings
Not included in your voyage
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities expected
MS Fram
Year built | 2007 |
Year of refurbishment | 2022 |
Shipyard | Fincantieri, Italy |
Passenger capacity | 250 (200 in Antarctica) |
Beds | 276 |
Gross tonnage | 11 647 T |
Length | 114 m |
Beam | 20.2 m |
Speed | 13 knots |
The original Fram was the most famous explorer ship of its time, and the achievements of her expeditions are unparalleled. MS Fram brings on the heritage of the original Fram, using the most advanced technology to make her exceptionally well suited for expedition voyages in Polar Regions.
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