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Arctic Explorer: Land of the Polar Bear

From £7,599
Duration 11 Days
Departures from: Jul 2026 - Jul 2026
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From £7,599
Duration 11 Days
Departures from: Jul 2026 - Jul 2026

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable Arctic journey that balances cultural discovery with wilderness explorations. Begin with two nights in Oslo, Norway’s captivating capital, where you’ll discover architectural treasures and visit the Fram Museum for a deeper understand of polar exploration. Then you’ll venture north to the pristine Svalbard archipelago for a six-day expedition cruise through one of the last great wilderness areas. Navigate ice-laden fjords, witness magnificence glaciers, and search for polar bears, Arctic foxes, and divers marine life while enjoying the midnight sun phenomenon in the extraordinary polar landscape. 

Your Holiday Includes

  • Return flights from London
  • Overseas transfers and other transportation
  • 3 nights in 4 star hotels
  • 7 nights onboard the G Adventures Expedition Ship in a main deck window cabin
  • 26 meals: 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 10 dinners including welcome dinner
  • Travelsphere Holiday Director as your host, Specialist Local Guide and Expedition Guides

Included Holiday Highlights

  • Oslo city tour including Holmenkollen Ski Museum 
  • Visit the Fram Museum of polar exploration  
  • Overnight in Longyearbyen with visit to Svalbard Museum 
  • 7 nights onboard G Adventures Expedition Ship, sailing the Svalbard archipelago 
  • Zodiac excursions led by expert Expedition guides 
  • Opportunities to spot wildlife such as Arctic fox, reindeer, whales and polar bears 
  • Lectures and educational programs 

Itinerary

UK to Oslo

Day 1 UK to Oslo

Today you’ll begin your Arctic adventure with a flight to Oslo, on arrival, we’ll transfer you to your hotel, your home for the next two nights. This evening, you’ll have the pleasure of meeting your fellow travellers over a welcome dink and dinner.

Meals included: D
Oslo

Day 2 Oslo

In the company of a knowledgeable local guide we’ll explore Oslo, Norway’s captivating capital. During the city tour you’ll visit architectural gems such as the striking Opera House, where you can walk on the roof for views of the stunning Oslo Fjord, and see the floating ‘She Lies’ sculpture. You’ll also visit the historic Akershus Castle, and wander along the bustling Karl Johans gate that leads to elegant Royal Palace.

We’ll venture to Holmenkollen, housing some of the world’s oldest ski collection and a spectacular viewing platform offering sweeping city vistas. Here, we'll discover Norway's rich skiing heritage and admire artifacts from legendary polar expeditions – including equipment used by Amundsen and Nansen – providing the perfect introduction to our upcoming Arctic journey.

Our tour culminates with a visit to the Fram Museum, where you'll step aboard the wooden ship that carried courageous Norwegian explorers to both North and South Poles. Walking on these historic decks, you'll feel the spirit of polar exploration that has captivated adventurers for generations. We’ll end the day with a dinner together at a local restaurant.

Meals included: B,D
Oslo to Longyearbyen

Day 3 Oslo to Longyearbyen

Today we’ll travel the pristine Arctic wilderness, flying north to Longyearbyen located on Spitsbergen Island in the Svalbard archipelago. During July, you'll experience the extraordinary phenomenon of the midnight sun. The sun never sets during this time and daylight stretches endlessly across the Arctic landscape. We’ll be transferred to our hotel for the night where there is time to enjoy dinner and rest before tomorrow's polar adventure begins.

Meals included: B,D
Longyearbyen

Day 4 Longyearbyen

After breakfast, we’ll explore Longyearbyen, in the company of our Holiday Director. This unique Arctic settlement tells its compelling story at the excellent Svalbard Museum, where we’ll discover the remarkable culture and history of life at 78 degrees north.

Later we’ll board Expedition Ship, your home for the next seven nights, and prepare for the extraordinary wilderness experiences that lie ahead on your Arctic exploration.

Meals included: B,D
- 10 The Svalbard Archipelago

Days 5 - 10 The Svalbard Archipelago

Over the next six-days, our polar expedition will unfold across one of Earth's most pristine and protected wilderness areas. We’ll navigate through ice-laden seas, penetrate deep fjords framed by dramatic mountain scenery, and see massive tidewater glaciers cascading dramatically into the ocean with thunderous roars that echo across the water.

Our flexible itinerary explores Svalbard's spectacular coastline. Each day is thoughtfully adapted to ice and weather conditions, with anticipated visits to Ny-Ålesund - the world's northernmost research station, Bellsund, Hornsund, and Northwest Spitsbergen National Park.

From the ship's deck, you’ll marvel at the constantly evolving seascape of sea ice, fjords leading to thundering glaciers, and sculptural icebergs carved by wind and waves. Wildlife encounters create unforgettable memories – look out for the elusive Arctic fox in its summer coat, hardy Svalbard reindeer grazing on sparse tundra vegetation, various marine mammals, and the region's most sought-after resident, the magnificent polar bear.

Your experienced expedition team strategically positions your ship near towering cliffs where hundreds and thousands of seabirds nest, and along continental edges where nutrient-rich waters attract various whale species. With only 128 passengers aboard, Expedition Ship can access remote locations that larger ships simply cannot reach. This might mean you’ll venture deep into glacier-fed fjords where the silence is broken only by the crack of shifting ice, or cruising the ice edge in sturdy Zodiac boats, bringing you close to seals, walruses and other Arctic wildlife in their natural habitat. We aim for two off-ship experiences daily - whether landing ashore to explore historical sites and tundra landscapes or embarking on Zodiac excursions that reveal Arctic. Your onboard expedition team includes enthusiastic specialists in ornithology, marine biology, glaciology, and polar history. These dedicated experts lead every Zodiac adventure and engaging lectures, sharing their extensive knowledge through thoughtfully designed educational programs that deepen your understanding and appreciation of this extraordinary environment.

Meals included: B,L,D
Longyearbyen to UK

Day 11 Longyearbyen to UK

After breakfast, your Arctic adventure comes to an end as you disembark your ship. Along with your luggage, you’ll carry treasured memories from one of the world's last great wilderness frontiers and its incredible wildlife. We’ll transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK via Oslo.

Meals included: B

Further Information

Deposit information

When you book a holiday, you will be asked to pay a deposit, this will be made clear at the time of booking. In most cases we will charge the following deposit amount;

  • European Holidays - £200 per person
  • Worldwide Holidays - £400 per person
  • Ocean & River Cruises - £400 per person

On some holidays we may charge a slightly higher deposit, to cover any costs we have to pay immediately to secure your booking with our suppliers. This will be made clear at the time of booking.

If you choose a tour that is within 84 days of departure you will need to pay the full balance when you book.

Our cancellation policy

If you decide to cancel your confirmed booking you must notify us (or your travel agent) in writing, as soon as possible. Since we incur costs in cancelling your arrangements, you will have to pay the applicable cancellation charges up to the maximum shown below.

  • More than 75 days before departure - Loss of deposit only
  • 43 - 74 days - 50% of tour price
  • 29 - 42 days - 75% of tour price
  • 15 - 28 days - 90% of tour price
  • Day of Departure - 14 days - 100% of tour price

Our full cancellation policy can be found in our booking terms and conditions, section 8.

How do I find out Entry and Health Requirements for my holiday?

We have partnered with Sherpa, an on-line self service tool that allows you to search up-to-date information regarding travel entry requirements for all countries and also allows you to apply for eVisas or eTAs via their on-line portal. Just click on this link to find out more – Travel Requirements & Visa Service

You can also refer to the Foreign Travel Advice section on the gov.uk website: Foreign travel advice - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Click on your destination and then click on 'Entry Requirements'. For Health Requirements, the Department of Health also offers travellers health advice on www.travelhealthpro.org.uk, click on country information to locate your destination.

It is important to remember that passport, visa and health requirements can change before departure; therefore, we recommend you regularly familiarise yourself with the latest requirements before you travel. If you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport/entry/immigration requirements, we are unable to accept any responsibility.

For some destinations, it is not always discernable that a visa is required for entry at the border.  For example, for some customers, to travel to the United States, an ESTA may be required. For Canada, an ETA and to India, an e-visa may be needed. Please do check your requirements to avoid any unnecessary cost and delays.

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