Spitsbergen Cruise

Our voyage holidays in Spitsbergen are part of our Arctic Voyages programme and include small ship cruise holidays around the largest island in the Svalbard archipelago. An adventurous spirit and a flexible attitude are the key components of a Spitsbergen cruise, discovering the vast area of ice-choked ocean, islands and ice-sheets lying north of the Arctic Circle.

Imagine breaking effortlessly through ice-choked waters or approaching a magnificent glacier front and being lucky enough to witness the birth of an iceberg. Encounter Arctic fox and walrus as well as guillemots, puffins, kittiwakes and enjoy polar bear watching as they magnificent animals hunt in their natural habitat. These are experiences that will stay with you forever.

Our small ship cruise holidays in Spitsbergen give you the chance to travel in small groups with like minded people enabling you to visit areas larger vessels can’t access. A friendly and knowledgeable expedition team ensure you get the most out of your Spitsbergen adventure voyage.

There is no better way to explore the varied landscapes and wildlife of this polar wilderness than on an expedition voyage or small ship cruise through the Arctic. Our Spitsbergen holidays focus on the stunning scenery, history and wildlife of the largest island in the Svalbard archipelago.

Expedition voyages use special ice-strengthened vessels to reach areas that are inaccessible to normal cruise ships. Former scientific research ships they have been specially converted to offer comfortable cabins and facilities in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. International chefs accompany each voyage producing varied and interesting menus each day. Above all else, the ships have been selected for their performance and safety in polar waters and provides a warm and friendly base.

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