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Three Arctic Islands Southbound | Ultramarine
15 Days
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WAS From £ 12,895 Now From £ 9,730
STYLE: Small Ship Expedition Cruise
Trip Code: ACQETAHL
DIFFICULTY RATING: 2 (light adventure)
Start: Helsinki, Finland
Finish: Reykjavík, Iceland
SHIP: Ultramarine
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Destination
Destination
Spitsbergen, Greenland & Iceland
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Meals
Meals
Breakfast in hotel & All meals & snacks on board. Beer, standard wines & spirits, & cocktails during pre-dinner bar service, dinner & evenings
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Transport
Transport
Group transfers to/from the ship on embarkation & disembarkation to/from Reykjavik city centre ; Economy flights to Longyearbyen from Helsinki & Group Transfers in Longyearbyen for arrival, embarkation & disembarkation
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Accommodation
Accommodation
Cabin on board ship & Hotel
DEPARTURE DATES
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Included Sightseeing
Included SightseeingDaily Arctic Excursions, Zodiac Cruising, Onboard Expert Lectures & Briefings by the Experienced Expedition Team
NOTE: Itinerary is subject to change depending on weather & ice conditions
OVERVIEW
This award-winning expedition cruise takes you to Scorsbysund, on the northeast coast of Greenland, Iceland, and high above the Arctic Circle in Spitsbergen, Norway. Departing from Helsinki you will connect via a charter flight to Svalbard and cruise along Spitsbergen where iconic Arctic animals such as the polar bear, musk ox, reindeer and walrus are commonly seen. No other Arctic adventure takes in such varied destinations ranging from active volcanoes to massive glaciers. If you want to experience the Arctic in all of its beauty, then you must venture to these three Arctic islands.
ITINERARY
Your Arctic adventure begins in Helsinki, renowned for its extraordinary architecture and intriguing mix of eastern and western influences. If you arrive early, explore the many museums, galleries and restaurants, relax at a Finnish sauna or wander the vibrant Design District before retiring at your included hotel.
After breakfast, the group will transfer to the airport and board our private charter flight to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen’s largest settlement. As you embark this afternoon, you’ll enjoy great views of the mountainous landscape that serves as a backdrop for this seaside town.
Exploring Spitsbergen, the largest island of the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago, rewards you with abundant wildlife and austere beauty. Here, you’ll visit spectacular glacier fronts and steep-walled fjords, with walrus, polar bears and Svalbard reindeer amongst your possible wildlife sightings. Birders will be thrilled to see arctic terns, skuas, long-tailed ducks, kittiwakes and ivory gulls. If conditions allow, you could sail within 10 degrees of the North Pole!
While sailing south through the Greenland Sea, your Expedition Team will teach you about the wildlife and history of Greenland, your next stop. On deck, you’ll learn to identify seabirds on the wing. Take in a lecture, share your photos, sip an icy cocktail in the bar or watch a movie—there are many things to do during your time at sea.
During your tour of Greenland’s remote eastern coast, you’ll enjoy Zodiac cruises and shore visits to several locations. Explore the remains of ancient Thule settlements and keep an eye out for grazing muskoxen—40 percent of the world’s muskoxen population lives here. Finally, you will sail through spectacular Scoresbysund, the birthplace of many icebergs and, some say, the most beautiful fjord system in the world. We plan to visit Ittoqqortoormiit, the most remote community in East Greenland.
As we sail south, the Denmark Strait is your pathway toward Iceland. Your Expedition Team will keep you informed and entertained with presentations about the history of exploration in the Arctic and the seabirds you’ll see soaring above your ship.
The seldom-visited Westfjords, where land meets sea in the most dramatic fashion, are often known as “Iceland’s best-kept secret.” This rugged peninsula at the country’s remote northwestern tip is rife with fjords, mountains, tumbling cliffs, gushing waterfalls, colorful beaches, rolling green hills, high moorlands dotted with rocky outcrops, small lakes, and the occasional shaggy Icelandic sheep or grazing pony. A few modest outposts of civilization, in the form of small fishing communities nestled along the fjords and shores of the Denmark Strait, face out into the mighty Atlantic, keeping alive a maritime heritage that stretches back to the Viking days. The Westfjords are the least developed of Iceland’s coastal areas and, consequently, the wildest. Depending on the conditions, guests will venture into this territory on a Zodiac cruise or a guided shore landing at unspoiled wilderness sites where they can hike and explore on foot. One of the many highlights is Mongufoss, one of Iceland’s most remote and beautiful waterfalls.
You’ll disembark in Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital, at the end of your journey. If you have booked post-expedition accommodation, we provide a transfer to a central downtown location.
Ultramarine
Step onboard the Ultramarine! This premium expedition vessel takes guests to the most isolated and breathtaking wildernesses on the planet. The ship has been purpose-built to meet the specific demands of the polar regions and is well appointed to let guests explore The Arctic and Antarctica safely and comfortably. It offers a robust portfolio of adventure activities. The mix of sustainability features create innovative operations to offer ultra-immersive polar experiences to guests on board .The vessel is one of the few to offer a suite of flight-seeing activities, travelling in one of the two twin-engine helicopters. This really opens up the possibilities to go further and see more. The Expedition Ship can accommodate a maximum of 199 passengers and offers the most spacious suites in its category . The cabins are all elegantly designed and feature oversized windows with sleeping views and spa-inspired bathrooms. Ultramarine offers breathtaking public spaces, and more outdoor wildlife viewing spaces than other expedition ships its size. It also features a best-in-class 70-day operational range, four embarkation points to load and embark zodiacs and get you to shore faster. The ship has a water level Zodiac hangar, which allows for more spontaneous off-ship adventures where the opportunity presents itself. This allows you to get off the ship in less than half the time of some other vessels.
Ice Class:
Length: 128m (420ft)
Breadth: 21.5m (70.5ft)Max
Draft: Cruising
Speed:
Electricity: Passenger
Capacity:199
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Included ACTIVITIES
These are included in your cruise fare. Activities vary by itinerary and destination and are subject to regulations, weather conditions and other factors.
OPTIONAL ADVENTURES ADD ONS
These can be booked in advance at an extra cost. Activities vary by itinerary and destination.
Kayaking
Experience the unforgettable thrill and serenity of kayaking in Antarctica as part of a small, expertly guided paddling group.
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Pricing per person
 | Solo PanoramaFeatures:-
| 20 % off £ 20,695 £ 16,716Unavailable Enquire Now
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 | Explorer TripleFeatures:-
| 20 % off £ 11,495 £ 9,356Unavailable Enquire Now
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 | Explorer SuiteFeatures:-
| 20 % off £ 14,995 £ 12,156Available Enquire Now
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 | Balcony SuiteFeatures:-
| 20 % off £ 16,395 £ 13,276Available Enquire Now
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 | Deluxe Balcony SuiteFeatures:-
| 20 % off £ 19,195 £ 15,516Available Enquire Now
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 | Terrace SuiteFeatures:-
| 20 % off £ 19,995 £ 16,156Unavailable Enquire Now
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 | Penthouse SuiteFeatures:-
| 20 % off £ 20,695 £ 16,716Available Enquire Now
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 | Owner's SuiteFeatures:-
| 20 % off £ 26,395 £ 21,276Available Enquire Now
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 | Ultra SuiteFeatures:-
| 20 % off £ 29,195 £ 23,516Available Enquire Now
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| Solo PanoramaFeatures:-
| 22 % off £ 20,695 £ 16,399Available Enquire Now
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| Explorer TripleFeatures:-
| 26 % off £ 12,895 £ 9,730Available Enquire Now
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| Explorer SuiteFeatures:-
| 24 % off £ 14,995 £ 11,526Available Enquire Now
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| Balcony SuiteFeatures:-
| 24 % off £ 16,395 £ 12,723Available Enquire Now
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| Deluxe Balcony SuiteFeatures:-
| 22 % off £ 19,195 £ 15,117Available Enquire Now
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| Terrace SuiteFeatures:-
| 22 % off £ 19,995 £ 15,801Available Enquire Now
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| Penthouse SuiteFeatures:-
| 21 % off £ 21,395 £ 16,998Available Enquire Now
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| Owner's SuiteFeatures:-
| 20 % off £ 26,395 £ 21,273Unavailable Enquire Now
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| Ultra SuiteFeatures:-
| 19 % off £ 29,195 £ 23,667Available Enquire Now
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Important Information
* Current Discounts, promotions and pricing are available until 30 November 2025, however discounts may be withdrawn or changed at any time and are subject to availability on selected cabins and departure dates. Some current in market offers may be combinable and Shackleton Club Past Passenger and multi trip discounts may be applied subject to confirmation at the time of booking. Prices are subject to change based on currency fluctuations, fuel surcharges, and other external factors. No discount applies to any transfer packages, additional activities or pre/post services. The advertised prices may also include a 'Pay in full at time of booking' which is a 5-10% early payment discount, which requires the full balance to be paid at the time of booking to apply. Further conditions may apply, contact us for more information.
NOTE: Pricing is subject to change, currency fluctuation and availability at the time of booking and may be varied without notice by us or any of the operators and partners we work with. It is only confirmed and guaranteed at the time of making a booking, agreeing to our terms and conditions and paying a deposit.
Prices are based on per person, and vary from single, triple, and twin cabins.
Prices are correct at time of publishing but are subject to change at any time.
All entrance fees are subject to change without prior notice.
Includes charter flights from Helsinki to Longyearbyen and return back to Helsinki
Please note this itinerary is subject to change depending on weather and ice conditions.
INCLUSIONS
Cabin accommodation on board ship
All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage.
Select beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
All scheduled landings and excursions
Guiding and leadership by expert exploration team and crew
A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
An Expedition parka (yours to keep)
A photographic journal documenting the expedition
Emergency Evacuation insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person
Transfers between Longyearbyen town center and port on embarkation and disembarkation dayMANDATORY TRANSFER PACKAGE (INCLUDED)
One night’s pre-expedition hotel night at Helsinki airport hotel, with breakfast
Charter flight from Helsinki to Longyearbyen
Arrival and departure transfers in Longyearbyen
Charter flight from Longyearbyen to HelsinkiEXCLUSIONS
International flights
Arrival transfer in Helsinki
Any other pre or post land arrangements not mentioned above
Passport and visa expenses
Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
Excess-baggage fees on international and domestic flights
Laundry, bar and other personal charges unless specified
Optional Adventure Activities
- 2 (light adventure)
Available upon request, a supplement surcharge applies and is subject to availability. Please Contact Us for more information.
Departure date, fuel surcharges, cabin category, currency fluctuations, seasonality and availability.