Svalbard
Why not venture to Svalbard, also called Spitsbergen, on your Arctic cruise? This Arctic archipelago is known as the best spot to see polar bears! It is the largest wilderness area in Europe and showcases craggy mountains, lush tundra, and even provides opportunities to see the Aurora Borealis (or Northern Lights). Besides polar bears, there are many other wildlife residents to be seen! Other wildlife includes seals, reindeer, whales, and walruses. The region is technically part of Norway and historically was first discovered in 1194. It was rediscovered in 1956 by Dutch explorers, then later followed by whalers from numerous countries. Temperatures on Svalbard in the summer range from 36-44 degrees Fahrenheit, or 2-6 degrees Celsius. In July of 2020 the region experienced its highest temperature ever recorded at 73.4 degrees Fahrenheit, or 23 degrees Celsius. Typical weather during the summer is rolling fog and light rain. In most cases the rain is more frequent on the eastern portion of the region.

Spitsbergen – Northeast Greenland Fly & Sail
Aug 1st, 2023 - Aug 19th, 2023
Prices from $7,400 to $8,550

Around Spitsbergen – In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice
Aug 1st, 2023 - Aug 10th, 2023
Prices from $5,400 to $12,300

Around Spitsbergen, Arctic Summer
Aug 1st, 2024 - Aug 15th, 2024
Prices from $6,800 to $8,350

Around Spitsbergen – Kvitoya, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice
Aug 6th, 2024 - Aug 15th, 2024
Prices from $5,400 to $10,000

Around Spitsbergen – Kvitoya, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice
Aug 8th, 2024 - Aug 17th, 2024
Prices from $5,400 to $12,300

23 Days Extended Around Spitsbergen & Northeast Greenland – Aurora Borealis
Aug 9th, 2024 - Aug 31st, 2024
Prices from $9,900 to $18,150

Around Spitsbergen – Kvitoya, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice
Aug 9th, 2024 - Aug 18th, 2024
Prices from $5,400 to $10,000

Around Spitsbergen – Kvitoya, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice
Aug 10th, 2023 - Aug 19th, 2023
Prices from $5,400 to $11,700

Around Spitsbergen – Kvitoya, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice
Aug 11th, 2023 - Aug 20th, 2023
Prices from $5,400 to $10,000

22 Days Extensive Spitsbergen – Northeast Greenland – Aurora Borealis
Aug 17th, 2024 - Sep 7th, 2024
Prices from $9,300 to $20,900

North Spitsbergen – Kvitoya – Farthest North
Aug 17th, 2024 - Aug 25th, 2024
Prices from $4,600 to $10,300

Spitsbergen – Northeast Greenland – Aurora Borealis
Aug 18th, 2024 - Aug 31st, 2024
Prices from $7,000 to $12,700