Norway's Fjords and Arctic Svalbard | 16 Days | National Geographic Resolution Cruise

Norway's Fjords and Arctic Svalbard | National Geographic Resolution | Arctic ToursNorway's Fjords and Arctic Svalbard | National Geographic Resolution | Arctic Tours

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Norway’s breathtaking fjords and the remote Arctic wilderness of Svalbard. Begin in Bergen, exploring UNESCO-listed Bryggen Wharf before sailing into the majestic fjords. Paddle through deep fjords, hike along rugged coastlines, and visit historic fishing villages. Cross the Arctic Circle to Bear Island, a paradise for seabird watchers, before venturing into Svalbard’s icy realm, where polar bears, walruses, and Arctic foxes roam. This expedition blends Norway’s stunning fjords with the raw beauty of the High Arctic for an adventure unlike any other.

16 Day Artic Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Bergen, Norway

Arrive in Norway’s historic port city and explore Bryggen Wharf or take a funicular ride up Mt. Fløyen for sweeping fjord views. Board your expedition ship in the evening.

Meals Included: Lunch / Dinner

Day 2: Nordfjord & Briksdal Glacier

Sail into Nordfjord, surrounded by towering peaks and turquoise lakes. Hike through the Loen Valley to see Briksdal Glacier or take a scenic boat ride across Kjenndal Lake for breathtaking glacier views.

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 3 - 5: Exploring Norway’s Central Fjords

Explore Norway’s iconic fjords, with opportunities for Zodiac cruising, kayaking, and hiking. Visit remote island communities and learn from local guides about their coastal heritage.

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 6: Lofoten Islands & Trollfjorden

Discover the dramatic landscapes of the Lofoten Islands, known for their jagged peaks and historic fishing villages. Sail through Trollfjorden, one of Norway’s most spectacular fjords.

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 7: Tysfjorden & Hellemobotn Valley

Navigate into Tysfjorden, where sheer cliffs rise dramatically from the water. Kayak along the coastline or hike through the pristine Hellemobotn Valley, near the Swedish border.

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 8: Tromsø – Gateway to the Arctic

Explore Tromsø, a city with a rich polar exploration history. Visit a husky farm, sample Arctic cuisine, or tour the Polar Museum to learn about Norway’s legendary explorers.

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 9: Bear Island (Bjørnøya)

Cruise around Bear Island’s bird cliffs, home to thousands of seabirds. Weather permitting, take a Zodiac excursion to observe guillemots, fulmars, and kittiwakes up close.

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 10 - 14: Exploring Svalbard

Venture deep into Svalbard’s icy wilderness, where polar bears, walruses, and Arctic foxes thrive. Cruise through fjords and past glaciers, kayak among icebergs, and witness whales breaching in the frigid waters. Experience a world of floating ice as your ship navigates deep into remote Arctic bays.

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 15: Disembark in Longyearbyen & Flight to Oslo

Return to Longyearbyen, the northernmost town in the world. Fly back to Oslo and stay overnight near the airport.

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 16: Depart from Oslo

Enjoy breakfast before transferring to the airport for your flight home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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16 Day Artic Itinerary Highlights

  • Kayak among icebergs and sail through Svalbard’s pristine fjords.
  • Explore Norway’s breathtaking fjords, including Nordfjord and Trollfjorden.
  • Visit the remote Lofoten Islands and their traditional fishing villages.
  • Witness thousands of seabirds on Bear Island’s dramatic cliffs.
  • Search for polar bears, walruses, and Arctic foxes in Svalbard.

16 Day Arctic cruise activities

Sea Kayaking
Under full instruction from your sea kayaking guide, experience true tranquillity as you paddle through clinking ice floes and realise the enormity of the surrounding scenery. Look out for breaching whales, lounging seals and penguins zipping alongside your kayak. Some experience is required.
Ice Camping
Camp out on the ice and experience the silence which blankets the continent by night. This is your chance to completely connect with this ethereal ice world – wrap up warm and embrace the Antarctic elements.
Snowshoeing
Get a spring in your step when you slip on a pair of snowshoes in Antarctica. Enabling you to easily scale gentle slopes, this unique activity allows you to access hard to reach places and seek out the most impressive views.
Photography
Learn to capture wildlife and landscape shots in a small group photography program, including critiquing sessions and editing classes. Plus, Explorer Boat excursions with a dedicated photography expert on landings.
Explorer Boats
Achieve the best views and photographs from a forward facing Explorer Boats. They allow you to sit comfortably and securely while crackling through the ice-strewn waters. Look out for wildlife such as penguins, seals and whales as you cruise.
Yoga
It doesn’t get more serene than complimentary yoga classes to the tune of glacial scenery. Join the most unique exercise setting in the world after a day of exploration. Classes are regular but are dependent on weather conditions and swell.

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