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Arctic Golden Autumn & Northern Lights - M/V Sylvia Earle

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From Reykjavik to Tromso
4.5 (11,863 reviews)

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Polar
Venture to the frozen frontiers of the Earth
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Reykjavik

    Reykjavik
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel in Oslo to be confirmed)
  3. Day 2

    Reykjavik - Golden Circle - Reykjavik to Ship

    Reykjavik - Golden Circle - Reykjavik to Ship
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome Dinner with expedition team and crew)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Thingvellir National Park
    • View Gullfoss waterfall
    • Explore geothermal fields and geysers
    • Welcome Dinner with expedition team and crew
    Landmarks
    Thingvellir National Park
    Gullfoss waterfall
  4. Day 3

    Westfjords - Dynjandi

    Westfjords - Dynjandi
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise through Westfjords
    • Zodiac landing at Dynjandi waterfall
    Landmarks
    Dynjandi waterfall
  5. Day 4

    Vigur Island - Ísafjörður

    Vigur Island - Ísafjörður
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Vigur Island
    • Walks and hikes on Vigur Island
    • Visit Ísafjörður town

    Optional Activities

    • Birdwatching on Vigur Island
    Landmarks
    Vigur Island
    Ísafjörður
  6. Day 5

    Sea Crossing to Jan Mayen Island

    Sea Crossing to Jan Mayen Island
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Expert team talks
    • Access to onboard gym
    • Whale watching during sea crossing

    Optional Activities

    • Massage in wellness centre
  7. Day 6

    Jan Mayen Island

    Jan Mayen Island
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Approach and explore Jan Mayen Island
    • Zodiac landing at Kvalrossbukta (weather permitting)

    Optional Activities

    • Whale and dolphin watching
    Landmarks
    Beerenberg
  8. Day 7

    Norwegian Sea near Jan Mayen

    Norwegian Sea near Jan Mayen
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Whale watching in Norwegian Sea
  9. Day 8

    Sail to Svalbard

    Sail to Svalbard
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)
  10. Day 9

    Svalbard

    Svalbard
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Arctic wilderness exploration (itinerary determined by expedition team)
  11. Day 10

    Svalbard

    Svalbard
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Fjord exploration
    • Wildlife spotting including walrus
    Landmarks
    Spitsbergen
  12. Day 11

    Svalbard

    Svalbard
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Tundra walks
    • Visit cliff nesting sites
    • Wildlife observation

    Optional Activities

    • Polar bear spotting on pack ice
  13. Day 12

    Svalbard

    Svalbard
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Optional Activities

    • Kayaking (conditions permitting)
    • Polar plunge (conditions permitting)
  14. Day 13

    Bear Island

    Bear Island
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Zodiac cruises around Bear Island
    • Birdwatching excursion
    Landmarks
    Bear Island
  15. Day 14

    Sea Crossing

    Sea Crossing
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Expert team talks
    • Access to onboard gym
    • Northern lights viewing opportunity
  16. Day 15

    North Cape to Lofoten Islands, Norway

    North Cape to Lofoten Islands, Norway
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Visit North Cape
    • Explore Lofoten Islands
    • Northern lights viewing opportunity
    Landmarks
    North Cape
    Lofoten Islands
  17. Day 16

    Tromsø

    Tromsø
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Tromsø Science Centre planetarium experience
    • Full-dome film 'Extreme Auroras'
    • Live presentation by astronomer
    • Interactive displays and exhibits at Science Centre
    Landmarks
    Tromsø Science Centre
  18. Day 17

    Tromsø to Airport

    Tromsø to Airport

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    Fjord cruise, Vasa museum, Stockholm.
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    I enjoyed all of it bit probably the 2 days in Voss were a highlight for me because of the stunning scenery.
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