This fascinating expedition provides a taste of everything Spitsbergen has to offer, starting with its largest settlement, Longyearbyen. The largest island of the Svalbard archipelago is known as the “wildlife capital of the Arctic,” and on this stirring voyage, we show you why. A key focus of this 10-day expedition will be to seek out the abundant wildlife that resides here, including walrus, reindeer, and that most iconic of Arctic denizens, the polar bear, in their natural habitat, while marveling at the surreal experience of continuous daylight. Explore the unique Arctic landscape, hike the vast and colorful tundra, learn about the history and geology of this remote wilderness, and join us on a gripping excursion to a faraway, unforgettable land.
Best of High Arctic Norway – Arctic for 2025 with Quark Expeditions
From $10,546 per person, twin share*
Virtuoso OBC USD250 per person
Arctic for 2025 with Quark Expeditions:
- Up to 30% off on select departures in Arctic 2025
- 10% pay-in-full savings on all departures in Arctic 2025
- AUD $1500 Early Booking Bonus on all departures in Arctic 2025
Advertise from price is twin share per person based on the following Expedition:
Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway – 10 days from Helsinki
- One nights pre-expedetion hotel night at Helsinki, with breakfast
- Charter flight from Helsinki to Longyearbyen
- Arrival and departure transfers in Longyearbyen
- Charter flight from Longyearbyen to Helsinki
- Leadership throughout your voyage by our experienced Expedition
- Leaders, including shore landings and other activities
- All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program
- All shore landings per the daily program
- Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage (Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships’ galleys cannot prepare kosher meals.)
- Select beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
- Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
- A photographic journal documenting the expedition
- A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
- An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
- Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
- All luggage handling aboard the ship
- Emergency Evacuation insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person
- Transfers between Longyearbyen town center and port on embarkation and disembarkation day
Not included:
- International airfare
- Arrival and departure transfers in Helsinki
- Passport and visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
- Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
- Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
- Excess-baggage fees on international flights
- Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
- Laundry, bar and other personal charges unless specified
- Phone and Internet charges (connectivity may vary by location)
- Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
- Additional overnight accommodation
- Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities
Virtuoso exclusive OBC USD250 per person also included when you book with your MTA Advisor
Many other dates and itineraries available for 2025, ask your MTA Advisor for more details.
Advertised price is per person twin share and includes the Promo Saving of 30% off, pay in full savings of 10% and early booking bonus of $1500. Offer applies to voyage only, not applicable to transfer packages, adventure options, additional hotel accommodations, pre/post tours, insurance, flights, or group bookings. Quark Expeditions has the right to limit, change or discontinue the promo savings discount offer at any time without notice. If combined with a dollar value discount, this offer will be applied afterwards. Brochure Terms and Conditions apply. Ask you MTA advisor for full terms
Offer is combinable with:
Shackleton Club: The Shackleton Club rewards all returning passengers with a 5% discount on all future Quark Expeditions. Enjoy exclusive onboard amenities and special recognition every time you travel.
Consecutive Voyage Savings Combine two or more consecutive voyages and enjoy an additional 5% savings. Applicable on second or more voyages. Enjoy exclusive onboard amenities and special recognition every time you travel.