Spitsbergen, Northeast Greenland and Iceland - Overland Trip

2 weeks: Longyearbyen (cf SJ LYR) to Akureyri (KU-ARC03)

The Arctic, one of the most outstanding nature and wildlife destinations in the world. This 13 day cruise aboard an ice-strengthened ship offers a unique, small-group expedition that allows you to get close to the Arctic’s spectacular, pristine scenery and incredible wildlife, including the indisputable king of them all, the Polar Bear. The ship sails the waters of western and northern Spitsbergen, the largest island in the Svalbard Archipelago in the Arctic Ocean, located half way between Norway and the North Pole. After a visit to Moffen Island, the ship heads to the northeast coast of Greenland, making its way southwards to end in Iceland. The voyage focuses on exploration, spending as much time ashore as possible, combined with educational lectures onboard covering topics such as bird life, marine mammals, vegetation and landscapes. Operated only in the summer season, the voyage takes advantage of the long hours of daylight and when temperatures are not severe, allowing you to enjoy this memorable adventure in as much comfort as possible. Please note: The cost of the tour shown is the price for the cheapest cabin, per person, based on twin share. Depending on the ship used for a particular departure, there may or may not be private bathrooms included with the cheapest cabin. Higher standard cabins with private facilities are available at higher prices. Triple cabins are also available on some departures. Please consult your travel agent or your Kumuka representative for further information.

A 20% deposit is required to secure your booking, and full payment at least 2 months prior to departure. Special cancelation conditions apply.



Tour Type: Specialist Tour

Countries Visited: Norway - Greenland - Iceland

Age Guide: 18-70

Maximum Group Size: 112

Highlights

Longyearbyen (cf SJ LYR)

Arctic Landscape - Glaciers - Icebergs - Pack-Ice - Fjords, Expeditions Ashore on Zodiac Rafts , Polar Bears - Arctic Foxes - Walrus - Bearded Seals - Harbour Seals, Musk Oxen - Arctic Hares - Great Northern Divers, Greenland Whales - Beluga Whales - Spitsbergen Reindeer, Kittiwakes - Brunnich Guillemots - Baracle Geese - Arctic Terns , Puffins - Little Auks - King Eider - Ivory Gulls

Kitty Notes

What is included?

Voyage Aboard the Ship Indicated on the Departure Date

All Meals Throughout the Voyage, including Snacks, Tea and Coffee

All Shore Excursions and Activities Throughout the Voyage by Zodiac

Program of Lectures by Professional Naturalists

Leadership by Experienced Expedition Staff

All Miscellaneous Service Taxes and Port Charges

All Fuel Surcharges

Itineraries (Longyearbyen (cf SJ LYR) - Akureyri)

Day 1

Embarkation in Longyearbyen - Set sail through the Isfjorden

Day 2

Raudfjord - Moffen Island

Days 3-4

At Sea - Whale Watching

Day 5

Greenland - Foster Bugt - Myggebugten - Kaiser Franz Joseph Fjord

Day 6

Blomster Bugt - Teufelschloss - Ella Ö

Day 7

Antarticahavn

Day 8

Scoresby Sund - Volquart Boons - Maane Glacier - Danmarks Ø

Day 9

Cape Hofmann Halvo

Day 10

Sydkap - Gurreholm - Jameson Land

Day 11

Illoqqortoormiut - Blosseville Coast

Day 12

At Sea - Whale Watching - Iceland - Northern Lights

Day 13

Akureyri


Departures

Reference Departure Arrival Price GBP Kitty Notes
KU-30119 24 Aug 10 Longyearbyen (cf SJ LYR) 05 Sep 10 Akureyri £4480 0
KU-30120 27 Aug 10 Longyearbyen (cf SJ LYR) 08 Sep 10 Akureyri £4480 0

Last updated: 8th June 2009

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