Experience summer in the remote beauty of the High Arctic on this adventurous break staying in Longyearbyen on the Svalbard archipelago. Marvel at the dramatic and impressive landscapes, encounter remarkable wildlife and enjoy a range of thrilling outdoor activities all under the midnight sun.
The polar summer in Svalbard stretches from mid-May to late September, with the midnight sun dominating the sky until the end of August. After a long winter, the archipelago is invaded by migrating birds and the surrounding waters are full of nutrients bringing walrus, seals and whales to the fjords. On land, plants and fungi emerge adding a colourful palette to the rugged landscape. From late August, the landscape changes quickly again as the birds start to migrate south and a golden glow fills the landscapes.
Longyearbyen – the northernmost city in the world
Located on the western shore of the island of Spitsbergen, Longyearbyen is the largest settlement in the archipelago and is the northernmost city in the world. It used to be a mining community and there are traces of this heritage everywhere. The town also boasts the world’s most northerly brewery and chocolatier. Tourism has transformed the town into an Arctic adventurer’s gateway.
Wilderness adventures
Explore the wilderness outside of town on a range of excursions taking advantage of the long daylight hours at this time of year. From walking to kayaking, all activities include equipment, English speaking guides, transportation and clothing. Speak to our expert team about when individual activities operate.
Itinerary
On arrival in Longyearbyen on the island of Spitsbergen take the airport shuttle coach (payable locally) to your chosen hotel .
Spend time visiting the towns attractions and head outdoors on one of the many optional activities available to pre-book. Choose from easy walks to tough mountain hikes, searching for fossils to safaris focusing on wildlife, or take a trip on the fjords on a sightseeing boat. It is also possible to visit the Russian settlement of Barentsburg or the ‘ghost town’ of Pyramiden.
Optional Experiences
Svalbard Walrus Safari
Visit Mine Number 3
Isfjord Safari to Bird Cliffs
Take the airport coach service from the hotel to the airport (payable locally) for your flight home.
Prices & departures
What's Included
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Accommodation in rooms with private bathroom
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Daily breakfast
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24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
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No surcharge guarantee
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Full financial protection
From £495
5 Nights
May-Oct
This itinerary starts from around £495 per person based on 2 sharing a room with private bathroom in a standard hotel.
Prices may vary depending on departure date and booking date, as well as any changes to the included components. The final cost of a tailored holiday will be based on style of accommodation, included activities, travel season, and how far in advance it is booked. We will confirm the exact price for your holiday in your individual quotation, based on your chosen travel dates and inclusions.
Make this trip yours
Every trip you see here can be adapted to suit you using inside-out knowledge to create one-off experiences created just for you.
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We create holidays that are as individual as you are. And we’ve been doing it for 40 years, crafting each and every holiday using our in-depth knowledge and enthusiasm for our destinations. Whatever your brief, we’ll create an amazing trip for you to get excited about. That might mean adapting one of our existing itineraries or we’ll build you one from scratch.
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