Title
South Spitsbergen - Bear Island - Norway
Start – End
Tripcode
PLA13A26
Language
English speaking voyage
Ship
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Longyearbyen - Tromsø
Nights / Days
5 nights
Four Islands | Iceland- Northeast Greenland-Spitsbergen- Bear Island
Combine an epic adventure in the extreme northeast of Greenland with a voyage across the Norwegian Sea
25 Aug - 12 Sep, 2026
•Tripcode: PLA12C26
Chart an epic course from Iceland into the mazy fjords of Greenland and the beautiful world of the pack ice as you head north. Crossing the Greenland Sea, this combination cruise then takes you through the Svalbard Archipelago, exploring glaciers, mountains, and tundra, before crossing the Norwegian Sea and stopping at Bear Island en route.
| If booked individually prices start from: | |
| PLA12-26: | 7750 USD |
| PLA13A26: | 3000 USD |
| Subtotal for all: | 10750 USD |
| Combination discount: | 10% |
| Combination price: |
9675 USD
|
| More information | |
| Ship: | m/v Plancius |
| Embarkation: | Akureyri |
| Disembarkation: | Tromsø |
| Duration: | 18 nights |
Cruises included in combination:
Northeast Greenland Extreme
Remote Greenland off the beaten path
25 Aug - 7 Sep, 2026
•Tripcode: PLA12-26
If booked individually prices start from:
7750 USD
South Spitsbergen - Bear Island - Norway
Explore a world of glaciers, rugged peaks, and stunning fjords on an adventure into Arctic history
7 Sep - 12 Sep, 2026
•Tripcode: PLA13A26
If booked individually prices start from:
3000 USD
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.
Short description
Chart the icy waters of Spitsbergen, exploring spectacular fjords and glaciers in Hornsund, a world of imposing sea cliffs and Arctic history. With seas rich in seals and whales, there are chances for spotting polar bears throughout. Before reaching Tromsø, a visit to remote Bear Island awaits.
Day 1: Largest town, biggest island
You touch down in Longyearbyen, the administrative center of Spitsbergen, the largest island of the Svalbard archipelago. Enjoy strolling around this former mining town, whose parish church and Svalbard Museum are fascinating attractions. Though the countryside appears stark, more than a hundred plant species have been recorded here. In the early evening, the ship sails out of Isfjorden, where we might spot the first minke whale of the voyage.
Day 2: Spectacular Hornsund
We start the day by quietly cruising the side fjords of the spectacular Hornsund area in southern Spitsbergen, enjoying the scenery of towering mountain peaks. The mountain of Hornsundtind rises to 1,431 meters (4,695 feet), while the peak of Bautaen testifies to why early Dutch explorers gave this island the name Spitsbergen, meaning "pointed mountains." There are 14 magnificent glaciers in the area, and we have a chance of encountering seals and polar bears. The bird cliffs are now mostly quiet, with many species having departed aside from some first-year fulmars.
Day 3: Isolated Bear Island
We arrive at the southeastern end of Bear Island, an excellent place for viewing the high cliff faces and "Perleporten."
Northward, in Kvalrossbukta, the opportunity to land and visit the remains of a whaling station from early in the previous century should present itself. We might also land in a shallow valley, such as Rendalen.
Day 4 - 5: Toward Norway, Aurora Borealis
Sailing southward, we are likely to see whales in the surrounding sea, and when night falls again, we have a good chance to see the Aurora Borealis in the skies above.
Day 6: Arrive in Tromsø (Norway)
Tromsø, also known as the gate to the Arctic, has been an important town from where Arctic expeditions set out to the north for centuries. From here, one can fly to Oslo and beyond.
Highlights you might experience
The southernmost island in the archipelago of Svalbard, Bear Island is known for its stark beauty and precipitous bird cliffs
Part of the South Spitsbergen National Park, the Hornsund is a fjord found on the west side of Spitsbergen, on the southern tip of the island.
Though the smallest of the fin whales, these migrating mammals can let out a cry as loud as a plane taking off
m/v Plancius
Our most longstanding vessel, Plancius is a classic choice for some of our most popular polar voyages.
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Cabins & Prices
Quadruple Porthole
- Cabin size 12 m²
- 1 porthole
- 2 upper & lower berths
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Ample storage space
- Safe deposit box
- This cabin is suitable for families traveling with children, or passengers who do not require a twin or more luxurious cabin
Complete cabin
12000 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Sharing berth
3000 USD
Share your cabin with others for the best price.
Triple Porthole
- 1 porthole
- 1 upper berth & 2 lower berths
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Safe deposit box
- Ample storage space
- This cabin is suitable for families traveling with children, or passengers who do not require a twin or more luxurious cabin
Complete cabin
10800 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Sharing berth
3600 USD
Share your cabin with others for the best price.
Twin Porthole
- Cabin size 12 m²
- 1 porthole
- 2 lower berths
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Safe deposit box
- Ample storage space
Complete cabin
8400 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single cabin
7140 USD
Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).
Sharing berth
4200 USD
Share your cabin with others for the best price.
Twin Window
- Cabin size between 12,5 m² and 13,5 m²
- 1 window
- 2 lower berths
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Safe deposit box
- Ample storage space
Complete cabin
9200 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single cabin
7820 USD
Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).
Sharing berth
4600 USD
Share your cabin with others for the best price.
Twin Deluxe
- Cabin size 13,5 m²
- 2 windows
- 2 lower berths
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Ample storage space
- Safe deposit box
- These cabins are corner cabins and are slightly more spacious than the normal twin porthole/window cabins
Complete cabin
9700 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single cabin
8245 USD
Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).
Sharing berth
4850 USD
Share your cabin with others for the best price.
Superior
- Cabin size between 21 m² and 23 m²
- 2 windows
- 1 double bed
- 1 sofa bed
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Refrigerator
- Coffee & tea maker
- Hair dryer
- Safe deposit box
- Ample storage space
Complete cabin
10800 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single cabin
9180 USD
Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).
