Your adventure begins with an overnight stay in Paris before flying to Longyearbyen, the world’s northernmost town and gateway to the spectacular Svalbard archipelago. Just a few hundred kilometres from the North Pole, this Arctic wilderness comes alive during the brief summer with towering glaciers, dramatic fjords, colourful tundra and incredible wildlife. Keep watch for Polar Bears, Walrus, Arctic Foxes, Reindeer, and whales including Humpback, Blue and Sperm Whales, while millions of seabirds nest along the rugged cliffs. Under the Midnight Sun, enjoy long days of exploration as your expedition team takes advantage of every wildlife and weather opportunity.

Even in summer, sea ice clings to much of the landscape, creating a maze of glittering ice floes, spectacular glaciers and towering ice cathedrals. Explore both the milder western coast, influenced by the Gulf Stream, and the more remote northern and eastern shores, where winter’s icy grip lingers for much of the year.

From Svalbard, sail to Greenland and into the magnificent Scoresby Sund, the world’s largest fjord system. Here, enormous glaciers calve into the fjords, creating towering icebergs that dwarf even iconic landmarks. Discover vast tundra landscapes home to Musk Oxen, Lemmings, seals, whales and prolific birdlife as you explore one of the Arctic’s most pristine and breathtaking wilderness regions.

Your journey concludes along Iceland’s rugged Westfjords, visiting the charming fishing town of Ísafjörður, the spectacular Dynjandi Waterfall, the iconic Kirkjufell Mountain and Kirkjufellsfoss Waterfall, and the peaceful island of Flatey, where colourful cottages and abundant seabirds create a uniquely tranquil setting.

In true expedition style, every voyage is shaped by the weather, wildlife and ice conditions, allowing your experienced expedition team to create the very best experience possible. Whether exploring by expedition ship, Zodiac, guided walks ashore or optional sea kayaking, this is an unforgettable Arctic adventure through some of the world’s most remote and extraordinary landscapes.