Arctic vistas
Marvel at the stark landscape of the Svalbard archipelago far north of the Arctic Circle.
Local wildlife
Watch out for polar bears, walruses, arctic fox, and migratory birds as you explore Spitzbergen.
Longyearbyen
Spitzbergen’s largest populated settlement is the perfect base for discovering all the island has to offer.
The midnight sun
Experience the magical midnight sun where there is daylight 24 hours a day in the summer months.

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Spitzbergen’s Arctic Landscape

Spirit of Adventure departing Southampton

from £4,636 per person

2 passengers 18 nights 19th July 2022

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Explore one of Europe’s last great wildernesses

Journey high into the Arctic Circle to the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard to marvel at dramatic landscapes under the endless midnight sun.

Follow in the footsteps of the great explorers on this epic voyage to the top of the world. Begin in Ålesund, a vibrant port unlike any other in Norway thanks to its distinctive Art Nouveau architecture, before cruising into the Arctic Circle. Explore Harstad, a city located on Norway’s largest island, Hinnøya, where fascinating historical treasures dating from Viking times through to World War II are waiting to be discovered. Tromsø is known as the ‘Gateway to the Arctic’, and has been the starting point for many significant polar expeditions.

Embark on your own adventure as Spirit of Adventure sets sail across the Norwegian Sea headed for the Svalbard archipelago. Drink in the views from your private balcony as you cruise into Longyearbyen harbour on the island of Spitzbergen, surrounded by snow-covered mountain peaks and jaw-dropping arctic scenery. Spend a day exploring this wondrous land of sparkling fjords, glaciers and ice floes, located just 600 miles from the North Pole. You may spot an array of wildlife in the untouched wilderness, including minke whales, seals, arctic fox and reindeer. Return to mainland Norway at its most northerly point, Honningsvåg, where an included tour takes you to the hauntingly beautiful North Cape plateau. Magical scenery awaits you next in the beautiful Lofoten Islands which come alive in summer with sandy beaches, green mountainsides and a sun that never sets. The midnight sun is a bucket-list experience best celebrated with a late-night drink on deck.

Your four sightseeing tours will be in

Ålesund, Norway
Tromsø, Norway
Honningsvåg, Norway
Leknes, Norway

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Longyearbyen, Svalbard

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Itinerary

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19th July

Southampton

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Southampton

Embark Spirit of Adventure.

Depart 1800.
20th July

At Sea

2

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21st July

At Sea

3

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22nd July

Alesund, Norway

4

Ålesund, Norway

Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.

This small but vibrant port is unlike any other in Norway thanks to its distinctive art nouveau architecture which stands tall above the waterfront – the result of a fire in 1904 that razed much of the city centre.

Look forward to an included scenic tour, then perhaps join an optional walk revealing they city’s architecture and including a visit to the Art Nouveau Centre where you'll learn the story behind the fire and see the pink neo-classical city hall. For a breath of fresh air, take a short hike to the top of Sugar Lump Mountain where you can enjoy views of the fjords in all directions.
23rd July

At Sea

5

Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
24th July

Harstad, Norway

6

Harstad, Norway

Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.

The bustling harbour town of Harstad is set on Hinnøya, Norway’s fourth largest island, at the northern end of the rugged, yet beautiful, Lofoten archipelago. The town boasts stunning coastal vistas of the surrounding mountains and sublime fjords, and the northernmost strawberry farm in the world. It is also home to the 12th-century Trondenes Church plus the German-built Adolf Gun, one of the largest battleship cannons of WWII; both of which can be seen on a guided tour of the peninsula.
25th July

Tromso, Norway

7

Tromsø, Norway

Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.

Arrive in the world’s northernmost university city, where an included sightseeing tour reveals the highlights of this ‘Gateway to the Arctic’. Tromsø's history is closely linked with Arctic exploration, as it was from here that many early explorers set off on their voyages of discovery.

Learn more about them at the Polar Museum, or pay a visit to the striking Arctic Cathedral, built in a modern style in the shape of an iceberg and featuring one of the largest stained-glass windows in Europe.
26th July

At Sea

8

Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
27th July

Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway

9

Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway

Arrive 0800 on July 27. Depart 0800 on July 28.

Longyearbyen lies in the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard, almost halfway between mainland Norway and the North Pole. Set at the end of the Advent Fjord and framed by flat-topped, snow-covered mountains, the town was established as a permanent settlement in 1906 to exploit the local coal reserves. Bathed in the curious glow of the midnight sun, the town acts as a gateway to remote wilderness and windswept tundra.

A visit to Camp Barentz, on the outskirts of the city, gives visitors a taste of the Arctic wilderness, although here you can escape the cold in a cosy camp where you can sip steaming coffee around an open fire while listening to tales of polar bears and other native wildlife. You'll also have the chance to head off on an exhilarating glacier hiking expedition.
28th July

Cruise the Svalbard Archipelago

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Cruise the Svalbard Archipelago
29th July

At Sea

11

Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
30th July

Honningsvag, Norway

12

Honningsvag, Norway

Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.

This remote town is your springboard for reaching the North Cape and the Arctic wilderness of Magerøya island, home to wild reindeer. Join the included excursion to the high plateau of the North Cape which gazes over the point where the Norwegian Sea meets the Barents Sea and is home to the iconic Globe monument, symbolising the ‘top of the world’. Within the town which was rebuilt after World War II, you’ll find the North Cape Museum with information about the region, as well as an Ice Bar created completely from ice.
31st July

At Sea

13

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1st August

Leknes ⚓, Norway

14

Leknes ⚓, Norway

Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Leknes, located within the Arctic Circle, looks out over the stunning Lofoten Islands, which are rich in Viking history and arctic nature. The wild landscape of jagged peaks, cliffs and bright-white sandy beaches makes the area one of the most picturesque in Norway. See more of the beautiful landscapes on an included sightseeing tour, then perhaps visit the UNESCO-listed fishing village of Nusfjord, or learn more about the region’s Viking heritage with a visit to the fascinating Lofotr Viking Museum in Borg, site of a major archaeological find.
⚓ Land by launch or tender
2nd August

At Sea

15

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3rd August

Kristiansand, Norway

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Kristiansand, Norway

Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.

Cruise south to Norway’s southern Skagerrak coast, Europe’s ‘coolest’ riviera. This is where Norwegians cast aside their woollen cardigans in search of summer sun yet it is blissfully uncrowded with the occasional painted waterfront house lining the shore. Visit Kristiansand, the country’s fifth largest city which was founded in 1641 by King Christian IV. Its centre – the Quadrature – covers an area of one square kilometer, with streets laid out in a distinctive block pattern.

Explore here or journey back into the Norwegian past on a ride aboard the Setesdal Steam Railway which trundles through the Setesdal Valley, revealing idyllic pastoral scenery at every turn.
4th August

At Sea

17

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See what we have to offer at sea.
5th August

At Sea

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Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
6th August

Southampton

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Southampton

Arrive 0700.

Disembark Spirit of Adventure after breakfast.

Please note: Some of the highlights detailed may only be seen on optional excursions or by exploring independently.