Introduction to Spitsbergen

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duration 10 days
tour type Group Request as private
age requirement 18-99 yrs
max group size 199
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-21633
Footprint Carbonneutral CO₂ emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
Operated in English

Starts Helsinki, Finland
Ends Helsinki, Finland

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Explore the remarkable Svalbard Archipelago in 24 hour daylight
Incredible wildlife viewing including seabirds, walrus, Arctic foxes and Polar bears
Travel in a small expedition vessel
Accompanied by extremely qualified Expedition Staff

Starting and ending in Helsinki, the tour "Introduction To Spitsbergen" is a guided polar expeditions and cruise trip that takes 10 days. You will be traveling through Helsinki, Svalbard and Longyearbyen in Finland and Norway. "Introduction To Spitsbergen" is a group tour which includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others. Please see the package includes section for further details.

This voyage provides the opportunity to get a taste of everything the Arctic has to offer, from Polar bears and walrus to spectacular scenery. Be treated to daily presentations by the Expedition Team on board the ship, and daily wildlife sightings on land. Hike, explore and enjoy the beauty of the Arctic on this adventure to Spitsbergen.

ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Start in Helsinki, Finland
Day 2: Embarkation Day in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
Day 3 - 9: Exploring Spitsbergen and the Svalbard Archipelago
Day 10: Disembark in Longyearbyen and fly to Helsinki

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

All accommodation

Meals

Beer and house wine during dinner

Transport

All transport and listed activities
Mandatory transfer package including return flights between Helsinki and Longyearbyen
We can include flights from the UK. Please contact us for a quote.

Others

All meals while on the ship
Full complement of qualified Expedition Staff

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Travel insurance
Single accommodation (available on request)
Visas or vaccinations

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

5 - Excellent

Based on 5 reviews

Anonymous
On Jul 03 2024

5 - Excellent

I don't understand this request!

Great trip to Svalbard. Polar bears, walruses, seals, reindeer and loads of birds, gorgeous scenery. Comfortable ship, good food, wonderful friendly and helpful staff. Interesting talks every evening after supper. An excellent... Read more

Anonymous
On Jun 04 2024

5 - Excellent

Incredible

You take a big gamble on both weather and wildlife viewings on this trip but we were incredibly lucky with both. The scenery and polar bear sightings were out of this world. If you are willing to take a risk on both of these... Read more

Anonymous
On Jun 29 2023

5 - Excellent

What an amazing trip !!

We loved every moment of this trip - the ship (Ocean Adventurer) was extremely comfortable the food and service was second to none the guides were experts in their fields and passionate about the wildlife and the area. We were... Read more

Anonymous
On Jun 27 2023

5 - Excellent

Introduction to Spitsbergen

A thoroughly we organised and interesting trip.

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REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:

Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
Protected Travel within your own bubble.
Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Introduction to Spitsbergen tour. You can cancel the tour up to 93 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 92 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 04 October 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 04 October 2024, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 92 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Introduction to Spitsbergen tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Introduction to Spitsbergen tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

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