Arctic Adventure

• Day 1 - Oslo to Longyearbyen; Embarkation Day

  Fly from Oslo to the administrative capital of Svalbard, Longyearbyen, where you will board Eclipse and be warmly welcomed by the crew. Toast the start of your adventure at tonight’s welcome reception where the Captain will introduce the crew and your expert Discovery Team.

  Please book your flight to arrive prior to 5am. A pre tour night or city stay is advisable to ensure you meet the included flight to Longyearbyen on embarkation day. Your included ontour flight will not be finalised until closer to departure.

• Day 2/4 - Svalbard Archipelago

  The Svalbard Archipelago is one of the world’s northernmost inhabited areas, with rugged glaciers and frozen tundras waiting to be explored. Due to her size and unique technological capabilities, Eclipse will take you on an in-depth exploration of this fragile region of vast environmental significance with minimal impact. Due to the extraordinary nature of the region, the sailing and expedition schedule is flexible. Your experienced Captain and Discovery Leader will carefully plan each day’s activities based on the conditions.
  Discovery: Our cruises include a vast range of tailored Discovery experiences and getting out into the big wild will be a highlight. Equipped with a fleet of Zodiacs, kayaks and a submarine (additional cost and subject to regulatory approval), daily Discovery excursions to search for the wildlife, marine life and their predators will take you to places of your wildest dreams.

  Eclipse cruises in the prime time for wildlife spotting, and there will be opportunities to be on the lookout for the dominant predators including Polar bear, who number as many as 3,000 animals, as well as the Arctic fox. Marine species include the carefully protected walrus with its characteristic tusks and several species of whales. Once hunted almost out of existence in a region now transformed into a dedicated conservation area, your encounters with these giants of the sea will be a memory to treasure. There will be the chance to cruise secluded bays and stunning fjords and glaciers on the west coast of the island. Each day, the Discovery Leaders will schedule activities so that when you’re on board you’ll have plenty to keep you occupied, including entertaining presentations, documentaries and more. There will also be time for you to relax in your suite, watch the live streaming on your TV from the exterior cameras, and tempt your palate as you explore the extensive range of dining options.

• Day 5 - At Sea - Towards Greenland

  Cruise towards the East Coast of Greenland, crossing the Greenland Sea and following the edge of the ice. Relax on board and make use of the Spa Sanctuary or even take a yoga class in the studio. There’ll be insightful lectures and presentations from the Discovery Team in the theatre. From your verandah keep an eye out for whales and sea ice.

• Day 6/7 - North East Greenland

  Approaching North East Greenland you may encounter a variety of seabirds such as northern Fulmar and migratory Brunnichs guillemots. This stretch of coastline is ripe for exploration, with its many secrets locked in place by drift ice for up to eight months each year. Home to polar bear, snowy owl and musk ox, it’s the world’s largest national park, covering 972,000km2, most of which is inland ice, and the rest a fjord landscape.

  Discovery: Enjoy Discovery excursions exploring by Zodiac, looking for musk ox, Arctic hare and eider ducks, or discover old trappers huts on hikes across the tundra. Conditions permitting, there will be a good chance for kayakers to paddle the waterways.

• Day 8/9 - East Coast Fjords of Greenland

  Spend two days cruising and exploring Greenland’s magnificent East Coast Fjords, the world’s largest fjord system. Cruise among icebergs and active volcanoes and feel the spray of thundering waterfalls. Kaiser Franz Josef Fjord, a remote and rarely visited fjord system and featuring some of the most spectacular tundra’s in the region offers countless opportunities for exploration. Together with Kong Oskar Fjord guests, will experience vast stretches of tranquil waters, stunning scenery and a myriad of wildlife spotting opportunities.

• Day 10/11 - Akureyri, Iceland

  Cruise into the harbour of Akureyri, Iceland’s second city which lies at the mouth of a magnificent fjord. Under atmospheric skies, admire the views of Akureyri’s brightly coloured houses set to a backdrop of snow-capped mountains.
  Today choose one of our Freechoice activities or join a more active Discovery excursion.

  Freechoice - Enter the Herring Era Museum to learn about this once-thriving industry, or explore Akureyri and taste local specialties. Alternatively, choose the Laufas Open Air Museum and Godafoss Waterfall or play a round of golf.

  Enrich - Be greeted in a local church for an exclusive concert.

• Day 12 - Sauðárkrókur

  Arrive in the adjacent fjord of Skagafjörðurfor for a full in day in and around the town of Sauðárkrókur. Here you’ll enjoy more opportunities to immerse yourself in Icelandic culture and the country’s impressive wildlife and nature.
  Today choose one of our Freechoice activities or join a more active Discovery excursion.

  Freechoice - Visit a farm to see the flowing manes of Icelandic horses and learn of their history, or join a local for a boat ride to the island of Dragney, the remnant of a 700,000-year-old volcano. Alternatively, explore the city of Sauðárkrókur including 1238: The battle of Iceland.

  Discovery - Hike through the rolling hills to natural geothermal pools where you are able to swim, or raft down the rapids and this region from a new perspective.

• Day 13 - Dynjandi Waterfall

  Weather permitting, sail deep into the dramatic Westfjords Peninsula of Iceland to witness the thundering Dynjadi Waterfall, the largest waterfall in the region.

• Day 14 - Reykjavik, Iceland: Disembarkation

  Iceland’s capital city signals the end of your cruise as you disembark taking away a lifetime of wonderful memories. Please book flights to depart after 12.00pm.

Please consider that our voyages are expeditionary in nature. This means, that there are no concrete itineraries, your captain and expedition leader will utilise their vast experience to chart the best course for your expedition depending on the climatic and environmental conditions. Mentioned highlights and wildlife cannot be guaranteed.