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Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail
May 01, 2024 - 
May 08, 2024
This program is designed for experienced ski mountaineers who have mastered techniques both for ascent and descent in challenging snow-covered alpine terrain. A typical day involves climbs on mountaintops averaging heights of 700 - 850 meters (2,300 - 2,800 feet) and downhill skiing fro...
Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail
May 08, 2024 - 
May 15, 2024
This program is designed for experienced ski mountaineers who have mastered techniques both for ascent and descent in challenging snow-covered alpine terrain. A typical day involves climbs on mountaintops averaging heights of 700 - 850 meters (2,300 - 2,800 feet) and downhill skiing fro...
North Spitsbergen, Arctic Spring, Hike & Ski & Sail
May 15, 2024 - 
May 22, 2024
Cruise along the pack-ice of North Spitsbergen for a great chance of spotting Polar Bears. You’ll sail into beautiful fjords found on the north coast of West Spitsbergen, a fantastically beautiful fjord crested with spectacular glaciers and home to Ringed and Bearded Seals. The sh...
North Spitsbergen, Arctic Spring, Hike & Sail
May 22, 2024 - 
May 29, 2024
Cruise along the pack-ice of North Spitsbergen for a great chance of spotting Polar Bears. You’ll sail into beautiful fjords found on the north coast of West Spitsbergen, a fantastically beautiful fjord crested with spectacular glaciers and home to Ringed and Bearded Seals. The sh...
Arctic Ocean - Aberdeen, Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding
May 26, 2024 - 
Jun 06, 2024
Sailing between our home port of Vlissingen and our most cherished Arctic archipelago, Svalbard, this expedition adventure visits the Scottish port of Aberdeen, the islands of Fair Isle and Jan Mayen, and the amazing Spitsbergen ice edge, giving you the chance to search for whales, and ...
Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail
May 01, 2024 - 
May 08, 2024
This program is designed for experienced ski mountaineers who have mastered techniques both for ascent and descent in challenging snow-covered alpine terrain. A typical day involves climbs on mountaintops averaging heights of 700 - 850 meters (2,300 - 2,800 feet) and downhill skiing fro...
Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding
May 28, 2024 - 
Jun 06, 2024
Sailing between the Scottish port of Aberdeen and our most cherished Arctic archipelago, Svalbard, this expedition adventure explores the islands of Fair Isle and Jan Mayen as well as the amazing Spitsbergen ice edge, giving you the chance to search for whales, and other animals of the ...
North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile landscapes, sea ice & wildlife
Jun 06, 2024 - 
Jun 13, 2024
Sailing along the pack-ice of North Spitsbergen, will give us the best opportunities to spot the King of the Arctic. We sail to Raudfjord on the north coast of West Spitsbergen, a beautiful fjord dominated by spectacular glaciers and favoured by Ringed and Bearded Seal. The cliffs and s...
Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail
May 08, 2024 - 
May 15, 2024
This program is designed for experienced ski mountaineers who have mastered techniques both for ascent and descent in challenging snow-covered alpine terrain. A typical day involves climbs on mountaintops averaging heights of 700 - 850 meters (2,300 - 2,800 feet) and downhill skiing fro...
North Spitsbergen, Arctic Spring, Hike & Ski & Sail
May 15, 2024 - 
May 22, 2024
Cruise along the pack-ice of North Spitsbergen for a great chance of spotting Polar Bears. You’ll sail into beautiful fjords found on the north coast of West Spitsbergen, a fantastically beautiful fjord crested with spectacular glaciers and home to Ringed and Bearded Seals. The sh...
North Spitsbergen, Arctic Summer
Jun 08, 2024 - 
Jun 18, 2024
The North Spitsbergen cruise sails to some of the remotest locations of northern Europe. The expedition gives you the opportunity to spot historic whaling remains, glaciers, a variety of Arctic birds including the Little Auk, and polar bears....
North Spitsbergen Explorer – Polar Bears , Bowhead Whales & more
Jun 10, 2024 - 
Jun 17, 2024
Join our adventurous expedition to the north of Svalbard’s largest island, taking in the area’s fantastically beautiful landscapes, thousands of seabirds, and possibly even polar bears. While searching for whales, seals, and other exotic wildlife among the sea ice, we’...

50 Years of Victory

Overview

Twenty years in the making, 50 Years of Victory is the first Arktika-class icebreaker to have a spoon-shaped bow, capable of breaking through ice up to 2.5 meters (9.2 feet) thick! This is one of the world’s largest, most-powerful nuclear icebreaker.

  • Ice Class Rating: Rated at LL1 (highest rating possible)
  • Crew and Staff: 140
  • Cruising Speed: 180 knots in open water
  • Nuclear Powered Engine: 75,000 horsepower generated by nuclear reactors makes 50 Years of Victory the one of the world’s most powerful icebreakers
  • Guests: 160

Amenities

Gym

Located on Bridge Deck 1, gym hours are posted at the door, with facilities available on a first come, first served basis.

Multi-purpose Sports Court

A multi-purpose sports court is available for your use, accessed through Bridge Deck 1.

 

Library

On Bridge Deck 2, you will find a library of polar books, reference and general reading materials in multiple languages covering subjects like wildlife, history, marine biology, ecology and geology. The library is open 24 hours a day and also includes a selection of games for your entertainment.

 

Lounge

Located on Bridge Deck 2, the Lounge offers a comfortable space to take a break, look over your photos and engage with your fellow passengers, taking advantage of the 24-hour coffee & tea station.
 

Victory Bar

The well-stocked bar on the ship is open to enjoy with your fellow shipmates in the late morning, afternoon and evening.
 

Polar Boutique

If you forgot any essentials or need a little souvenir from your voyage, the Polar Boutique on Bridge Deck 2 is our onboard gift shop.
 

 

Pool

50 Years of Victory features a small, heated saltwater plunge pool for guests to enjoy.
 
 

Sauna

The vessel also has a men’s and women’s sauna next door to the pool where guests can relax after a day of expedition activities.
 
 

 

Features

  • A helicopter for shore excursions and flight-seeing make 50 Years of Victory a ship unlike any other, with the ability to go where other ships cannot.
  • A spoon-shaped bow: 50 Years of Victory is the first Arktika-class icebreaker to have a spoon-shaped bow, covered in a skirt of stainless steel, meaning she can crush through sea ice up to 9.2 feet (2.5 meteres) thick en route to its destination of 90°N.
  • During your voyage you may be given access to the Bridge, where you can observe how the Captain and officers sail and navigate the ship.
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Deck Plan

Cabin Options

Twin Cabin

Standard twin cabins have one lower berth with a curtain and a sofa that is converted to a bed each night. The private facilities are en suite, with a shower. The exterior window opens. The TV is connected to CCTV system. The DVD player is attached to the TV. You may borrow CDs from the ship’s library.

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Class: Standard

Located on:

  • Bow Deck
  • Bridge Deck 1
  • Bridge Deck 2
  • Bridge Deck 3

Size: 149 sq ft.

Capacity: 1-2 guests

Berth Configuration:

1 twin, 1 sofa

Mini Suite Cabin

Each Mini Suite has a sitting area with a sofa bed, and a bed separated from the sitting area. The private facilities have a shower. The window opens. Amenities include and a TV to a CCTV system and a DVD player.

Class: Premium

Located on:

  • Bridge Deck 3

Size: 225-228 sq ft.

Capacity: 1-2 guests

Berth Configuration:

1 twin, 1 sofa

Suite Cabin

A suite has a bedroom and a sitting area with a sofa bed, private facilities with bathtub or shower, refrigerator, window that opens, TV and DVD player, coffee maker, safe.

 

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Class: Premium

Located on:

  • Bridge Deck 1
  • Bridge Deck 2

Size: 259 sq ft.

Capacity: 1-3 guests

Berth Configuration:

1 double, 1 sofa

Victory Suite

There is only one Victory Suite. It has a separate bedroom and sitting area, with a sofa bed in sitting room. The private facilities include a shower. The amenities include a refrigerator, coffee maker and safe. The window opens. The TV is connected to a CCTV system. You may borrow DVDs from the library to play in the DVD attached to the TV.

Class: Premium

Located on:

  • Bridge Deck 3

Size: 303 sq ft.

Capacity: 1-3 guests

Berth Configuration:

1 double, 1 sofa

Arktika Suite

This has a very spacious bedroom with a single bed and a sitting room with a sofa bed. The private facilities have a bathtub. The exterior windows open. (Views are obstructed in cabins 46 and 48.) Amenities include a TV/DVD combination, coffee maker, safe, and fresh fruit, drinks, and snacks. The TV is connected to a CCTV system.

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Class: Premium

Located on:

  • Bridge Deck 1
  • Bridge Deck 2
  • Bridge Deck 3

Size: 314 sq ft.

Capacity: 1-3 guests

Berth Configuration:

1 double, 1 sofa

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