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Realm of the Polar Bear in Depth - 11 Days Cruise - From Longyearbyen to Longyearbyen

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£5979 GBP pp

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Highlights

  • Polar Bear Hunting at Pack Ice Edges: Spend nine days navigating Svalbard’s icy waters, searching for polar bears as they hunt seals along the pack ice, a thrilling glimpse into Arctic wildlife.
  • Ice-Sculpted Fjords and Glaciers: Explore breathtaking fjords framed by towering mountains and witness glaciers calving into the sea, showcasing Svalbard’s dramatic polar landscapes.
  • Arctic Fox and Reindeer Encounters: Visit remote landing sites with opportunities to spot Svalbard’s unique Arctic foxes and diminutive reindeer, known for their impressive antlers despite their small size.

Highlights

  • Polar Bear Hunting at Pack Ice Edges: Spend nine days navigating Svalbard’s icy waters, searching for polar bears as they hunt seals along the pack ice, a thrilling glimpse into Arctic wildlife.
  • Ice-Sculpted Fjords and Glaciers: Explore breathtaking fjords framed by towering mountains and witness glaciers calving into the sea, showcasing Svalbard’s dramatic polar landscapes.
  • Arctic Fox and Reindeer Encounters: Visit remote landing sites with opportunities to spot Svalbard’s unique Arctic foxes and diminutive reindeer, known for their impressive antlers despite their small size.
Ship Expedition
Capacity: 132, Type: Expedition
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Similar to our "Realm of the Polar Bear" tour, but with three additional days of exploring. Scour the ice and tundra in search of the elusive polar bear and encounter even more icebergs, glaciers, and unique wildlife than you ever thought possible on this 11-day expedition. Search for lounging seals, grazing reindeer, and colonies of birds under the midnight sun.

  • Polar Bear Hunting at Pack Ice Edges: Spend nine days navigating Svalbard’s icy waters, searching for polar bears as they hunt seals along the pack ice, a thrilling glimpse into Arctic wildlife.
  • Ice-Sculpted Fjords and Glaciers: Explore breathtaking fjords framed by towering mountains and witness glaciers calving into the sea, showcasing Svalbard’s dramatic polar landscapes.
  • Arctic Fox and Reindeer Encounters: Visit remote landing sites with opportunities to spot Svalbard’s unique Arctic foxes and diminutive reindeer, known for their impressive antlers despite their small size.

Availability is always subject to confirmation. Please check with us before booking flights

26 June, 2026 to 06 July, 2026 on Expedition
Prices

Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.

Main Deck Triple
£9395 GBP pp
Main Deck Triple
Located on the Main Deck Approximately 13.5 sq. m (145 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower and 1 upper berth and a porthole Ensuite bathroom with hairdryer All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Lower Deck Twin
£10779 GBP pp
Lower Deck Twin
Located on the Lower deck Approximately 11 sq. m (115 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower berths and one porthole Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Main Deck Porthole Twin
£11395 GBP pp
Main Deck Porthole Twin
Located on the main deck Approximately 11 sq. m (115 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower berths and one porthole Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Main Deck Window Twin
£11935 GBP pp
Main Deck Window Twin
Located on the main deck, midships (Deck 2) Approximately 11 sq. m (115 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower berths and 2 windows Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Superior Twin
£12859 GBP pp
Superior Twin
Located on the Captain's Deck or Upper Deck Approximately 12 sq. m (132 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower berths and large view window Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Deluxe Twin
£13555 GBP pp
Deluxe Twin
Located on the Captain’s Deck Approximately 13 sq. m (144 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower berths and a large view window Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Suite Double
£14245 GBP pp
Suite Double
Located on the Captain’s Deck Approximately 20 sq. m (215 sq. ft.) Include a double bed (comprised of 2 twin berths), a couch and sitting area, and a large view window Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Owners Suite Double
£14629 GBP pp
Owners Suite Double
Located on the Bridge Deck at the stern Approximately 19 sq. m (208 sq. ft.) Includes a double bed (comprised of 2 twin berths), large sitting area with couch Panoramic window facing either aft or port or starboard (depending on the cabin) Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
24 June, 2027 to 04 July, 2027 on Expedition
Prices

Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.

Main Deck Triple
£5979 GBP pp
Main Deck Triple
Located on the Main Deck Approximately 13.5 sq. m (145 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower and 1 upper berth and a porthole Ensuite bathroom with hairdryer All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Lower Deck Twin
£6795 GBP pp
Lower Deck Twin
Located on the Lower deck Approximately 11 sq. m (115 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower berths and one porthole Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Main Deck Porthole Twin
£7185 GBP pp
Main Deck Porthole Twin
Located on the main deck Approximately 11 sq. m (115 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower berths and one porthole Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Main Deck Window Twin
£7569 GBP pp
Main Deck Window Twin
Located on the main deck, midships (Deck 2) Approximately 11 sq. m (115 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower berths and 2 windows Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Superior Twin
£8149 GBP pp
Superior Twin
Located on the Captain's Deck or Upper Deck Approximately 12 sq. m (132 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower berths and large view window Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Deluxe Twin
£8559 GBP pp
Deluxe Twin
Located on the Captain’s Deck Approximately 13 sq. m (144 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower berths and a large view window Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Suite Double
£9035 GBP pp
Suite Double
Located on the Captain’s Deck Approximately 20 sq. m (215 sq. ft.) Include a double bed (comprised of 2 twin berths), a couch and sitting area, and a large view window Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Owners Suite Double
£9245 GBP pp
Owners Suite Double
Located on the Bridge Deck at the stern Approximately 19 sq. m (208 sq. ft.) Includes a double bed (comprised of 2 twin berths), large sitting area with couch Panoramic window facing either aft or port or starboard (depending on the cabin) Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
11 July, 2027 to 21 July, 2027 on Expedition
Prices

Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.

Main Deck Triple
£5979 GBP pp
Main Deck Triple
Located on the Main Deck Approximately 13.5 sq. m (145 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower and 1 upper berth and a porthole Ensuite bathroom with hairdryer All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Lower Deck Twin
£6795 GBP pp
Lower Deck Twin
Located on the Lower deck Approximately 11 sq. m (115 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower berths and one porthole Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Main Deck Porthole Twin
£7185 GBP pp
Main Deck Porthole Twin
Located on the main deck Approximately 11 sq. m (115 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower berths and one porthole Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Main Deck Window Twin
£7569 GBP pp
Main Deck Window Twin
Located on the main deck, midships (Deck 2) Approximately 11 sq. m (115 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower berths and 2 windows Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Superior Twin
£8149 GBP pp
Superior Twin
Located on the Captain's Deck or Upper Deck Approximately 12 sq. m (132 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower berths and large view window Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Deluxe Twin
£8559 GBP pp
Deluxe Twin
Located on the Captain’s Deck Approximately 13 sq. m (144 sq. ft.) Includes 2 lower berths and a large view window Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Suite Double
£9035 GBP pp
Suite Double
Located on the Captain’s Deck Approximately 20 sq. m (215 sq. ft.) Include a double bed (comprised of 2 twin berths), a couch and sitting area, and a large view window Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
Owners Suite Double
£9245 GBP pp
Owners Suite Double
Located on the Bridge Deck at the stern Approximately 19 sq. m (208 sq. ft.) Includes a double bed (comprised of 2 twin berths), large sitting area with couch Panoramic window facing either aft or port or starboard (depending on the cabin) Ensuite bathroom All 70 Cabins feature: Lower beds Private ensuite bathrooms — shower, toilet and wash basin; shampoo and shower gel; hairdryer 220v/50Hz electrical outlets Individual temperature controls Outside views of the passing polar landscapes via either portholes or windows.
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Day 1 Longyearbyen

Get a first glimpse of the midnight sun in Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen's capital. Transfer from the town to the Expedition for a late afternoon embarkation.

Please make sure you drop your checked luggage off at the meeting point between 9am - 12pm. A local representative will be in the luggage storage room. They can provide general information about the town or the embarkation process.

All passengers will be transferred to the ship as a group for embarkation at 4pm. Please ensure that for embarkation you have your passport accessible (not in your luggage which is being transferred separately to the ship).

Days 2–10 Svalbard

Each day is planned to take advantage of local ice and weather conditions. Svalbard is one of the few places on the planet to offer such a plethora of natural and historical extravaganzas. Spend the next nine days exploring the remote polar regions. Visit ice-sculpted fjords with breathtaking mountain scenery, and glaciers crashing into the sea. Spend time exploring pack ice edges in search of polar bears hunting seals. At one or more of the stops, it's possible to encounter Svalbard's Arctic fox and the region's unique reindeer.

Our goal is to give travellers the best possible opportunity to see wildlife in and around the Svalbard archipelago. Early season voyages often provide the greatest opportunity to see large ice floes in the Arctic pack ice, which usually means excellent wildlife viewing. Later in the season, the group will cover more territory, which may allow the chance to explore the entire archipelago. This can lead into the less explored regions of Nordaustlandet and Kvitøya, or the continental edges where large whales are attracted by nutrient rich upwellings.

Day 11 Longyearbyen

On departure day, transfers to the Longyearbyen airport will be offered to all passengers with flights scheduled.

Please note:

Itineraries are subject to change. 

Day 1 Longyearbyen

Get a first glimpse of the midnight sun in Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen's capital. Transfer from the town to the Expedition for a late afternoon embarkation.

Please make sure you drop your checked luggage off at the meeting point between 9am - 12pm. A local representative will be in the luggage storage room. They can provide general information about the town or the embarkation process.

All passengers will be transferred to the ship as a group for embarkation at 4pm. Please ensure that for embarkation you have your passport accessible (not in your luggage which is being transferred separately to the ship).

Days 2–10 Svalbard

Each day is planned to take advantage of local ice and weather conditions. Svalbard is one of the few places on the planet to offer such a plethora of natural and historical extravaganzas. Spend the next nine days exploring the remote polar regions. Visit ice-sculpted fjords with breathtaking mountain scenery, and glaciers crashing into the sea. Spend time exploring pack ice edges in search of polar bears hunting seals. At one or more of the stops, it's possible to encounter Svalbard's Arctic fox and the region's unique reindeer.

Our goal is to give travellers the best possible opportunity to see wildlife in and around the Svalbard archipelago. Early season voyages often provide the greatest opportunity to see large ice floes in the Arctic pack ice, which usually means excellent wildlife viewing. Later in the season, the group will cover more territory, which may allow the chance to explore the entire archipelago. This can lead into the less explored regions of Nordaustlandet and Kvitøya, or the continental edges where large whales are attracted by nutrient rich upwellings.

Day 11 Longyearbyen

On departure day, transfers to the Longyearbyen airport will be offered to all passengers with flights scheduled.

Please note:

Itineraries are subject to change. 

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Expedition
The MS Expedition provides an intimate small-ship cruising experience. Completely refurbished in 2009, she boasts spacious cabins, each featuring ocean-facing windows or portholes and priva…

Expedition

Length 105 metres
Capacity 132 passengers
The MS Expedition provides an intimate small-ship cruising experience. Completely refurbished in 2009, she boasts spacious cabins, each featuring ocean-facing windows or portholes and private en-suite facilities. Large common areas and observation decks provide panoramic views of the distinctive landscapes of some of the world's most remote regions. The Expedition's spacious confines can hold up to 140 passengers.
You will be given a free expedition parka jacket on all Polar voyages on board MS Expedition
  • Fast – spend less time in transit and more time exploring
  • Sturdy – excellent stability and performance in rough weather
  • Safe – designed with safety in mind
  • Responsible – environmental policies that meet and exceed industry regulations

Facilities and Amenities

  • 360° Top Observation Deck
  • All cabins with private ensuite and outside views
  • Raised Forward Observation Deck
  • Large fleet of Zodiacs with four stroke engines
  • Complimentary Wellington Boots for duration of your cruise
  • Complimentary destination guides for every passenger
  • Large headed Mud Room
  • Lonely Planet Library
  • Discovery Lounge
  • Fine dining – international cuisine in one sitting
  • Large aft deck with barbeque facilities
  • Polar Bear Pub
  • Gift Shop
  • Medical Clinic
  • Sauna
  • Computer Room with internet where available
  • Gym

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