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Svalbard Adventure Mini-Cruise | Sunday to Friday

Svalbard Adventure Mini-Cruise | Sunday to Friday

From GBP £1,395

Description

Embark on the ultimate Spitsbergen experience with our Sunday to Friday mini-cruise package, which not only offers an exciting voyage but also includes an extended stay in Longyearbyen after the cruise.
Sail through Svalbard’s breathtaking landscapes, encountering glaciers, fjords, and diverse wildlife along the way. Upon your return to Longyearbyen, enjoy an extra night to explore the town’s unique charm, savour local culinary delights, and participate in land-based activities.
This package gives you the perfect balance of Arctic adventure and relaxation, with a post-cruise stay that makes for a more complete and leisurely Arctic escape.

Trip Name
Svalbard Adventure Mini-Cruise | Sunday to Friday
Days
6
Overview
Vessel Type: Small Ship Length: 87 metres Passenger Capacity: 95 Built / refurbished: 1960 / 2013 / 2019 A Classic Arctic Cruise Ship for the Ultimate Svalbard Adventure Step aboard the MS Serenissima for unforgettable cruises to Spitsbergen's west coast. This Arctic cruise ship seamlessly blends the charm of a classic ocean liner with modern amenities. Originally built as the Harald Jarl for Hurtigruten in 1960 at Trondhjems mekaniske Værksted (TMV), recently refurbished in 2019, preserving its history while ensuring a comfortable cruising experience. With a capacity for 103 guests, the MS Serenissima offers an intimate, relaxing atmosphere on Arctic Circle cruises. Explore the MS Serenissima Explore the decks of the MS Serenissima, where you can enjoy panoramic views, soak up the sun or take a leisurely stroll. The outdoor areas on this Arctic cruise ship feature an expansive observation deck, offering 360-degree views of the ocean and the surrounding landscape. From this vantage point, you can descend to the front deck (deck 5), which includes an open-air bar. Venice RestaurantWith a focus on great flavours and fresh ingredients, dining here is a highlight of your journey. The dining room features great views from all tables. Andrea & Harald Jarl LoungeLocated at the front and back of MS Serenissima, the lounges are the perfect spot to relax and unwind after a day exploring the wonders of Svalbard. Observation DeckThe outdoor areas feature an expansive observation deck, offering guests panoramic 360-degree views of the ocean and the surrounding landscape.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1: On the edge of the wilderness
Location: Longyearbyen Summary: Arrival in Longyearbyen. Explore the town and enjoy a light dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight stay at either the Radisson Blu Polar Hotel or Funken Lodge, depending on your cabin category
Day 2 - Day 2: Settlements of the far North
Location: Longyearbyen and IsfjordenSummary: Morning at leisure in Longyearbyen, followed by a guided tour, including visits to the Svalbard Museum and Camp Barentz. Embark on the MS Serenissima and sail through Isfjorden, observing Arctic wildlife and historical sites.
Day 3 - Day 3: Chances of seeing polar bears
Location: Magdalenefjorden, North West Corner, Moffen, and 80° NorthSummary: Enter remote Arctic areas with opportunities to see polar bears, explore Magdalenefjorden with its historical whaling sites, and possibly sail above 80° North near Moffen Island, known for its walrus population.
Day 4 - Day 4: Fjords, glaciers, and research
Location: Kongsfjorden and Ny-ÅlesundSummary: Explore the scenic Kongsfjorden, home to glaciers and rich birdlife, followed by a visit to the research settlement of Ny-Ålesund, where you can learn about Arctic exploration history and send a postcard from the northernmost post office. Upon arrival in Ny-Ålesund, the ship will dock at the pier, and passengers can disembark directly from the ship onto the land.
Day 5 - Day 5: Cruising into Isfjorden
Location: Isfjorden and LongyearbyenSummary: Sail through Isfjorden, observing its wildlife and geology. Return to Longyearbyen, with time to explore the town’s unique northernmost establishments. A light lunch at the hotel is included, along with dinner in the evening.
Day 6 - Day 6: Say goodbye to the Arctic
Location: LongyearbyenSummary: Departure day, with a transfer from the hotel to the airport, marking the end of the Arctic adventure.
Day 7 - Please note:
The day-by-day programme offers a glimpse of what you can expect during your voyage, but please remember that this itinerary is just a guide. As with any adventure, the elements are in charge, and weather conditions may lead to changes along the way.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
18-05-202523-05-2025GBP £1,395Standard Double/Twin Cabin
18-05-202523-05-2025GBP £1,828Superior Double/Twin Cabin
18-05-202523-05-2025GBP £2,204Deluxe Double Cabin
18-05-202523-05-2025GBP £2,762Junior Suite
18-05-202523-05-2025GBP £3,488Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
18-05-202523-05-2025GBP £3,906Executive Suites With Balcony
25-05-202530-05-2025GBP £3,488Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
25-05-202530-05-2025GBP £3,906Executive Suites With Balcony
25-05-202530-05-2025GBP £1,395Standard Double/Twin Cabin
25-05-202530-05-2025GBP £1,828Superior Double/Twin Cabin
25-05-202530-05-2025GBP £2,204Deluxe Double Cabin
25-05-202530-05-2025GBP £2,762Junior Suite
01-06-202506-06-2025GBP £1,395Standard Double/Twin Cabin
01-06-202506-06-2025GBP £1,828Superior Double/Twin Cabin
01-06-202506-06-2025GBP £2,204Deluxe Double Cabin
01-06-202506-06-2025GBP £2,762Junior Suite
01-06-202506-06-2025GBP £3,488Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
01-06-202506-06-2025GBP £3,906Executive Suites With Balcony
08-06-202513-06-2025GBP £1,395Standard Double/Twin Cabin
08-06-202513-06-2025GBP £1,828Superior Double/Twin Cabin
08-06-202513-06-2025GBP £2,204Deluxe Double Cabin
08-06-202513-06-2025GBP £2,762Junior Suite
08-06-202513-06-2025GBP £3,488Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
08-06-202513-06-2025GBP £3,906Executive Suites With Balcony
15-06-202520-06-2025GBP £1,395Standard Double/Twin Cabin
15-06-202520-06-2025GBP £1,828Superior Double/Twin Cabin
15-06-202520-06-2025GBP £2,204Deluxe Double Cabin
15-06-202520-06-2025GBP £2,762Junior Suite
15-06-202520-06-2025GBP £3,488Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
15-06-202520-06-2025GBP £3,906Executive Suites With Balcony
22-06-202527-06-2025GBP £1,465Standard Double/Twin Cabin
22-06-202527-06-2025GBP £1,919Superior Double/Twin Cabin
22-06-202527-06-2025GBP £2,315Deluxe Double Cabin
22-06-202527-06-2025GBP £2,901Junior Suite
22-06-202527-06-2025GBP £3,662Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
22-06-202527-06-2025GBP £4,102Executive Suites With Balcony
29-06-202504-07-2025GBP £1,465Standard Double/Twin Cabin
29-06-202504-07-2025GBP £1,919Superior Double/Twin Cabin
29-06-202504-07-2025GBP £2,315Deluxe Double Cabin
29-06-202504-07-2025GBP £2,901Junior Suite
29-06-202504-07-2025GBP £3,662Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
29-06-202504-07-2025GBP £4,102Executive Suites With Balcony
06-07-202511-07-2025GBP £1,465Standard Double/Twin Cabin
06-07-202511-07-2025GBP £1,919Superior Double/Twin Cabin
06-07-202511-07-2025GBP £2,315Deluxe Double Cabin
06-07-202511-07-2025GBP £2,901Junior Suite
06-07-202511-07-2025GBP £3,662Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
06-07-202511-07-2025GBP £4,102Executive Suites With Balcony
13-07-202518-07-2025GBP £1,465Standard Double/Twin Cabin
13-07-202518-07-2025GBP £1,919Superior Double/Twin Cabin
13-07-202518-07-2025GBP £2,315Deluxe Double Cabin
13-07-202518-07-2025GBP £2,901Junior Suite
13-07-202518-07-2025GBP £3,662Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
13-07-202518-07-2025GBP £4,102Executive Suites With Balcony
20-07-202525-07-2025GBP £1,535Standard Double/Twin Cabin
20-07-202525-07-2025GBP £2,010Superior Double/Twin Cabin
20-07-202525-07-2025GBP £2,425Deluxe Double Cabin
20-07-202525-07-2025GBP £3,039Junior Suite
20-07-202525-07-2025GBP £3,837Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
20-07-202525-07-2025GBP £4,297Executive Suites With Balcony
27-07-202501-08-2025GBP £1,535Standard Double/Twin Cabin
27-07-202501-08-2025GBP £2,010Superior Double/Twin Cabin
27-07-202501-08-2025GBP £2,425Deluxe Double Cabin
27-07-202501-08-2025GBP £3,039Junior Suite
27-07-202501-08-2025GBP £3,837Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
27-07-202501-08-2025GBP £4,297Executive Suites With Balcony
03-08-202508-08-2025GBP £1,535Standard Double/Twin Cabin
03-08-202508-08-2025GBP £2,010Superior Double/Twin Cabin
03-08-202508-08-2025GBP £2,425Deluxe Double Cabin
03-08-202508-08-2025GBP £3,039Junior Suite
03-08-202508-08-2025GBP £3,837Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
03-08-202508-08-2025GBP £4,297Executive Suites With Balcony
10-08-202515-08-2025GBP £1,535Standard Double/Twin Cabin
10-08-202515-08-2025GBP £2,010Superior Double/Twin Cabin
10-08-202515-08-2025GBP £2,425Deluxe Double Cabin
10-08-202515-08-2025GBP £3,039Junior Suite
10-08-202515-08-2025GBP £3,837Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
10-08-202515-08-2025GBP £4,297Executive Suites With Balcony
17-08-202522-08-2025GBP £1,535Standard Double/Twin Cabin
17-08-202522-08-2025GBP £2,010Superior Double/Twin Cabin
17-08-202522-08-2025GBP £2,425Deluxe Double Cabin
17-08-202522-08-2025GBP £3,039Junior Suite
17-08-202522-08-2025GBP £3,837Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
17-08-202522-08-2025GBP £4,297Executive Suites With Balcony
24-08-202529-08-2025GBP £1,535Standard Double/Twin Cabin
24-08-202529-08-2025GBP £2,010Superior Double/Twin Cabin
24-08-202529-08-2025GBP £2,425Deluxe Double Cabin
24-08-202529-08-2025GBP £3,039Junior Suite
24-08-202529-08-2025GBP £3,837Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
24-08-202529-08-2025GBP £4,297Executive Suites With Balcony
31-08-202505-09-2025GBP £1,395Standard Double/Twin Cabin
31-08-202505-09-2025GBP £1,828Superior Double/Twin Cabin
31-08-202505-09-2025GBP £2,204Deluxe Double Cabin
31-08-202505-09-2025GBP £2,762Junior Suite
31-08-202505-09-2025GBP £3,488Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
31-08-202505-09-2025GBP £3,906Executive Suites With Balcony
07-09-202512-09-2025GBP £3,488Owner’s Suites With Private Walkway
07-09-202512-09-2025GBP £3,906Executive Suites With Balcony
07-09-202512-09-2025GBP £1,395Standard Double/Twin Cabin
07-09-202512-09-2025GBP £1,828Superior Double/Twin Cabin
07-09-202512-09-2025GBP £2,204Deluxe Double Cabin
07-09-202512-09-2025GBP £2,762Junior Suite

Inclusions

    • Journey to the top of the world, crossing the 80th parallel to explore the breathtaking wonders of the Arctic.
    • Step back in, time on the MS Serenissima, a timeless vessel that evokes the spirit of a bygone era of Arctic exploration, offering a classic and authentic experience.
    • As we sail past dramatic fjords, towering mountain peaks, and vast glaciers, keep your eyes peeled for polar bears, walruses, whales, and an array of Arctic birdlife.
    • Delve into the history of Arctic exploration in Ny-Ålesund, a former mining town and one of the northernmost settlements in the world.

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