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Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding - Summer Solstice

Summary:

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 w...

Duration
10 Days
Cities
4
Next Departure
31-May-2025
Starting at
EUR 2,650.00
EUR 1,600.00
Price per day
EUR 160.00

  • Overview
  • Dates and Details
  • Ship Route
  • Map, Destinations
  • Oceanwide
Operator
Oceanwide Expeditions
Ship
m/v Hondius, m/v Ortelius, m/v Plancius
Tour
Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding - Summer Solstice
Travel Quality
Extraordinary Travel
Itinerary
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Summary

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 land, sea, and air.

Map: Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding - Summer Solstice (Oceanwide)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1.
Aberdeen
Day 2.
Fair Isle
Day 3-4.
Sailing To Jan Mayen
Day 5.
Jan Mayen
Day 6-8.
Sailing To Svalbard
Day 9.
Sailing Along Svalbard
Day 10.
Longyearbyen

Ports of call (4): Forlandsundet, Jan Mayen Island, Longyearbyen, Prins Karls Forland

Important!

  • All itineraries are for guidance only. Programs may vary depending on ice, weather, and wildlife conditions. Landings are subject to site availabilities, permissions, and environmental concerns per AECO regulations. Official sailing plans and landing slots are scheduled with AECO prior to the start of the season, but the expedition leader determines the final plan. Flexibility is paramount for expedition cruises. The average cruising speed of our vessel is 10.5 knots.
  • Ship Information

    Ship Name
    m/v Hondius
    Ship Type
    Expedition Ship

    Travel Package

     

    Coming from

     

    Going to

    Cruise...

    Jan Mayen Island

    Arrow Going To

    Longyearbyen

    Sea CruisesThis is an Organised Sea Cruise, Luxury Cruise or Expedition: you will eat and sleep on-board of the ship. These are smaller ships that may transport a few hundred passengers, but not thousands. The cruise operator set the itinerary, the destinations, duration and departure dates as well as the price per cabin type/deck. Excursions and activities can be included or optional. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

    Tour Variations

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    Memberships and Financial Protection

    SGR AECO IAATO


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