Northwest Passage. Calgary to Reykjavik

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Northwest Passage. Calgary to Reykjavik

» Arctic

» Aug 31 2026 – Sep 16 2026 (17 DAYS)

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Ocean Explorer

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking
Paddling Excursion

ACTIVITIES

The fabled sea route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, the Northwest Passage has gripped imaginations for centuries. On this captivating 17-day voyage, we invite you to explore this fascinating waterway with an incredible range of on-board comforts and off-ship adventures no other vessel can offer. Passing through the Canadian Arctic archipelago, guests will journey back in time to the height of Arctic exploration, navigating the waters explored by sailors from different lands while visiting areas that Inuit people have made their home for thousands of years.

INCLUDES

• An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
• Leadership throughout your voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities
• All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
• All shore landings as per the daily program
• Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
• All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage. Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible.
• Complimentary select beer, wines and cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
• Complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
• Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled

• A photographic journal documenting the expedition
• A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
• Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
• Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting
on social media and voice applications. (Premium packages are available for more data-intensive applications.) Internet access in the polar regions is subject to geography, climate, and other factors beyond our control.
• All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
• All luggage handling aboard the ship
• Greenland voyages cruise passenger tax

*CHARTER FLIGHT & HOTEL PACKAGE INCLUDES:
• One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Calgary (breakfast included)
• Group transfer from the Calgary hotel to the airport on Day 2
• Charter flight from Calgary to Kangerlussuaq
• Group transfer from the Kangerlussuaq airport to the ship on embarkation day
• Group transfer from the ship to the Kangerlussuaq airport on disembarkation day
• Charter flight from Kangerlussuaq to Reykjavik
• Group transfer from Reykjavik airport to hotel
• One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation in Reykjavik (breakfast included)

EXCLUDES

• International airfare
• Arrival and departure transfers in Reykjavik /Calgary
• Passport and visa expenses
• Canadian eTA required for non-Canadian or U.S. visa-exempt passengers
• Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
• Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
• Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
• Excess-baggage fees on international and domestic flights
• Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
• Laundry, bar, spa and other personal charges unless specified
• Phone charges may vary by location
• Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
• Additional overnight accommodation
• Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities

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Northwest Passage. Reykjavik to Calgary

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Northwest Passage. Reykjavik to Calgary

» Arctic

» Aug 17 2026 – Sep 2 2026 (17 DAYS)

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EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

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Ocean Explorer

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking
Paddling Excursion

ACTIVITIES

Explore colorful Inuit villages, and shop for traditional Inuit handicrafts. Hike the endless Arctic backdrop and marvel at the vast, colorful tundra. Keep your eyes peeled for the elusive and majestic creatures that make their home in this wilderness, such as whales, walrus, muskoxen and polar bears. Come aboard for this immersive journey along the legendary Arctic sea route, and return home with memories permanently etched in your heart.

INCLUDES

• An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
• Leadership throughout your voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities
• All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
• All shore landings as per the daily program
• Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
• All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage (Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible.)
• Complimentary select beer, wines and cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
• Complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
• Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled

• A photographic journal documenting the expedition
• A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
• Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
• Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting on social media and voice applications. (Premium packages are available for more data-intensive applications.) Note: Internet access in the polar regions is subject to geography, climate, and other factors beyond our control.
• All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
• All luggage handling aboard the ship
• Greenland voyages cruise passenger tax

*CHARTER FLIGHT & HOTEL PACKAGE INCLUDES:
• One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Reykjavik (breakfast included)
• Charter flight from Reykjavik to Nuuk
• Group transfer from the ship to the Kangerlussuaq airport on disembarkation day
• Charter flight from Kangerlussuaq to Calgary
• One night’s post-expedition airport hotel accommodation in Calgary (breakfast included)

EXCLUDES

• International airfare
• Arrival transfers in Reykjavik
• Passport and visa expenses
• Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
• Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
• Excess-baggage fees on international and domestic flights
• Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
• Laundry, bar, spa and other personal charges unless specified
• Phone charges may vary by location
• Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
• Additional overnight accommodation
• Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities

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South Greenland Adventure

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South Greenland Adventure

» Arctic

» Aug 29 2026 – Sep 11 2026 (14 DAYS)

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Ultramarine

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping

ACTIVITIES

Aerial Sightseeing
Heli-Landing

Developed in partnership with local communities—a first of its kind in expedition travel—this itinerary offers unprecedented opportunities to explore the majesty of South Greenland’s diverse fjordlands. This itinerary is designed for travelers seeking to explore the majestic fjords, glaciers and mountains of South Greenland offering guests one–of–a–kind excursions exclusive to Quark Expeditions—some of them only made possible by our ship, the technologically–advanced Ultramarine, which is equipped with two twin–engine helicopters. On this journey, you can be as active as you like, or you can opt for more relaxing, immersive experiences.

INCLUDES

• An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
• Leadership throughout your voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities
• All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
• All shore landings as per the daily program
• Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
• All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage. Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ship’s galley cannot prepare kosher meals.
• Complimentary select beer, wines and select cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
• Complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock

• Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
• A photographic journal documenting the expedition
• A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
• Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
• Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting on social media and voice applications. (Premium packages are available for more data-intensive applications.)
• All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
• All luggage handling aboard the ship
• Greenland voyages cruise passenger tax

EXCLUDES

• International airfare
• Arrival transfers in Reykjavik
• Passport and visa expenses
• Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
• Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
• Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
• Excess-baggage fees on domestic and international flights
• Premium Wi-Fi
• Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
• Laundry and other personal charges unless specified
• Phone charges may vary by location
• Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
• Additional overnight accommodation
• Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities.

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South Greenland Adventure

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South Greenland Adventure

» Arctic

» Aug 17 2026 – Aug 30 2026 (14 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION:

» DISEMBARKATION:

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

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Ultramarine

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping

ACTIVITIES

Aerial Sightseeing
Heli-Landing

Developed in partnership with local communities—a first of its kind in expedition travel—this itinerary offers unprecedented opportunities to explore the majesty of South Greenland’s diverse fjordlands. This itinerary is designed for travelers seeking to explore the majestic fjords, glaciers and mountains of South Greenland offering guests one–of–a–kind excursions exclusive to Quark Expeditions—some of them only made possible by our ship, the technologically–advanced Ultramarine, which is equipped with two twin–engine helicopters. On this journey, you can be as active as you like, or you can opt for more relaxing, immersive experiences.

INCLUDES

• An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
• Leadership throughout your voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities
• All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
• All shore landings as per the daily program
• Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
• All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage. Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ship’s galley cannot prepare kosher meals.
• Complimentary select beer, wines and select cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
• Complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock

• Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
• A photographic journal documenting the expedition
• A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
• Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
• Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting on social media and voice applications. (Premium packages are available for more data-intensive applications.)
• All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
• All luggage handling aboard the ship
• Greenland voyages cruise passenger tax

EXCLUDES

• International airfare
• Arrival transfers in Reykjavik
• Passport and visa expenses
• Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
• Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
• Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
• Excess-baggage fees on domestic and international flights
• Premium Wi-Fi
• Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
• Laundry and other personal charges unless specified
• Phone charges may vary by location
• Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
• Additional overnight accommodation
• Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities.

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Iceland to Greenland: Total Solar Eclipse

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Iceland to Greenland: Total Solar Eclipse

» Arctic

» Aug 6 2026 – Aug 18 2026 (13 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION:

» DISEMBARKATION:

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

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Ultramarine

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking
Paddling Excursion

ACTIVITIES

Aerial Sightseeing

This 13 days program combines eclipse viewing, and heli-flightseeing over remote Greenland. You’ll also explore the Westfjords— one of Iceland’s hidden gems—and remote parts of Greenland, such as Northeast Greenland National Park and Kong Oscar Fjord.

INCLUDES

 

• A pair of special protective eclipse-viewing eye glasses
• An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
• Special presentations and keynote address by eclipse expert
• Leadership throughout your voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities
• All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
• All shore landings as per the daily program
• Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
• All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage (Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships’ galleys cannot prepare kosher meals.)
• Complimentary select beer, wines and select cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
• Complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa

• Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
• A photographic journal documenting the expedition
• A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
• Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
• Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting on social media and voice applications. (Premium packages are available for more data-intensive applications.)
• All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
• All luggage handling aboard the ship
• Greenland voyages cruise passenger tax

EXCLUDES

• International airfare
• Arrival and departure transfers in Reykjavik
• Passport and visa expenses
• Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned
• Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
• Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
• Excess-baggage fees on international and domestic flights
• Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
• Laundry, bar and other personal charges unless specified
• Phone charges may vary by location
• Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
• Additional overnight accommodation
• Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities

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Iceland to Greenland: Total Solar Eclipse

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Iceland to Greenland: Total Solar Eclipse

» Arctic

» Aug 3 2026 – Aug 19 2026 (17 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION:

» DISEMBARKATION:

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

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Ocean Explorer

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking
Paddling Excursion

ACTIVITIES

This voyage—2,200 nautical miles in total—features your bucket-list eclipse adventure, time to explore Northeast and South Greenland, plus you get to check off two of the world’s northernmost capital cities: the Icelandic capital of Reykjavik (64°08' north), where you’ll have time to explore, and Nuuk, Greenland (64°11' north), where we disembark for our charter flight
back to Reykjavik.

INCLUDES

• An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
• A pair of special protective eclipse-viewing eye glasses
• Special presentations and keynote address by eclipse experts
• Leadership throughout your voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities
• All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
• All shore landings as per the daily program
• Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
• All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage (Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships’ galleys cannot prepare kosher meals.)
• Complimentary select beer, wines and select cocktails during bar service hours and dinner

• Complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
• Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
• A photographic journal documenting the expedition
• A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
• Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
• Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting on social media and voice applications. (Premium packages are available for more data-intensive applications.)
• All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
• All luggage handling aboard the ship
• Greenland voyages cruise passenger tax

*CHARTER FLIGHT & HOTEL PACKAGE INCLUDES:
• One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Reykjavik
• Group transfer from the Reykjavik hotel to the ship on Day 2
• Group transfer from the ship to the Nuuk airport on disembarkation day
• Charter flight from Nuuk to Reykjavik
• Group transfer from Keflavik international
• One night’s post-expedition airport hotel accommodation in Keflavik

 

EXCLUDES

• International airfare
• Arrival and departure transfers in Reykjavik
• Passport and visa expenses
• Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
• Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
• Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
• Excess-baggage fees on international and domestic flights
• Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
• Laundry, bar and other personal charges unless specified
• Phone charges may vary by location
• Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
• Additional overnight accommodation
• Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities

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Iceland Circumnavigation

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Iceland Circumnavigation

» Arctic

» Jul 27 2026 – Aug 7 2026 (12 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION:

» DISEMBARKATION:

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

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Ultramarine

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking
Paddling Excursion

ACTIVITIES

Aerial Sightseeing

Iceland, the mystical island nation sculpted by fire and ice, is popular for its thunderously cascading waterfalls, towering cliffs, geysers spontaneously erupting in full furies of steam, stunning shorelines dotted with fishing villages, expansive glaciers, rarely-visited
wild places, and hard-to-reach coastal areas of breathtaking splendor. This enchanting northern domain is a living testament to nature's raw, untamed power, and to the resilient, steadfast people who’ve made this island their home.

INCLUDES

• An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
• Leadership throughout your voyage by our
experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore
landings and other activities
• All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily
program
• All shore landings as per the daily program
• Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
• All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage (Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships’ galleys cannot prepare kosher meals.)
• Complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock & select beer, wines and select cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
• Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled

• A photographic journal documenting the expedition
• A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for
landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
• Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
• Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device
permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting
on social media and voice applications. (Premium
packages are available for more data-intensive
applications.) Internet access in the polar regions
is subject to geography, climate, and other factors
beyond our control.
• All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
• All luggage handling aboard the ship

EXCLUDES

• International airfare
• Arrival and departure transfers in Reykjavik
• Passport and visa expenses
• Government arrival and departure taxes not
mentioned above
• Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
• Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical
travel insurance—strongly recommended
• Excess-baggage fees on international and
domestic flights
• Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac
cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
• Laundry, bar, spa and other personal charges
unless specified
• Phone charges may vary by location
• Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for
shipboard staff and crew
• Additional overnight accommodation
• Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities

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Three Arctic Islands: Spitsbergen, Greenland and Iceland. Helsinki to Reykjavik

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Three Arctic Islands: Spitsbergen, Greenland and Iceland. Helsinki to Reykjavik

» Arctic

» Jul 12 2026 – Jul 26 2026 (15 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION:

» DISEMBARKATION:

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

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Ultramarine

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking
Paddling Excursion

ACTIVITIES

This 15-day Three Arctic Islands: Spitsbergen, Greenland and Iceland itinerary begins in Spitsbergen—the Wildlife Capital of the Arctic—before venturing into the splendid isolation of fjord-strewn East Greenland and finishing amid the volcanic landscapes of Iceland. Expect spectacular glacier fronts, towering cliffs, rugged fjords, windswept tundra, ancient Thule settlements, and possible sightings of walruses, muskoxen, polar bears, reindeer, and thousands of birds.

INCLUDES

• An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
• Leadership throughout your voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore
landings and other activities
• All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
• All shore landings as per the daily program
• Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
• All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage. Please inform us of any
dietary requirements as far in advance as possible.
• Complimentary select beer, wines and cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
• Complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
• Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
• A photographic journal documenting the expedition

• A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
• Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
• Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting on social media and voice applications. (Premium packages are available for more data-intensive applications.) Note: Internet access in the polar regions is subject to geography, climate, and other factors beyond our control.
• All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
• All luggage handling aboard the ship
• Transfer from Longyearbyen town center to port on embarkation day
• Group transfer to downtown Reykjavik on disembarkation day
• Greenland voyages cruise passenger tax

*CHARTER FLIGHT & HOTEL PACKAGE INCLUDES:
• One night’s pre-expedition hotel night at Helsinki airport hotel, with breakfast
• Charter flight from Helsinki to Longyearbyen
• Arrival transfer in Longyearbyen
• Arrival transfer in Reykjavik to central downtown location

EXCLUDES

• International airfare
• Arrival transfer in Helsinki
• Airport transfer in Reykjavik
• Passport and visa expenses
• Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
• Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
• Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
• Excess-baggage fees on international and domestic flights
• Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
• Laundry, bar and other personal charges unless specified
• Phone charges may vary by location
• Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
• Additional overnight accommodation
• Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities

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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation. Includes Charter Flights From/To Helsinki

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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation. Includes Charter Flights From/To Helsinki

» Arctic

» Jul 9 2026 – Jul 23 2026 (15 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION:

» DISEMBARKATION:

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

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SHIP

Ocean Explorer

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking
Paddling Excursion

ACTIVITIES

This 15-day journey offers the most extensive exploration of Spitsbergen, the largest island in the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard. Look for
iconic Arctic wildlife such as walrus, reindeer and polar bears; explore remnants of 16th-century maritime history; and experience two remarkable birdwatching utopias: 14th of July Glacier and Alkefjellet. If conditions permit, we will also attempt a full circumnavigation of Spitsbergen—a rite of passage for many Arctic enthusiasts. Shore excursions by Zodiac will allow you to land in places where few humans have ever set foot.

INCLUDES

• An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
• Leadership throughout your voyage by our
experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore
landings and other activities
• All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily
program
• All shore landings as per the daily program
• Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
• All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board
throughout your voyage. Please inform us of any
dietary requirements as far in advance as possible.
• Free beer, standard wines, spirits, and cocktails
during bar service hours and dinner
• Complimentary select beer, wines and select
cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
• Formal and informal presentations by our
Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled

• A photographic journal documenting the expedition
• A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for
landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
• Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
• Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device
permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting
on social media and voice applications. (Premium
packages are available for more data-intensive
applications.) Internet access in the polar regions
is subject to geography, climate, and other factors
beyond our control.
• All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges
throughout the program
• All luggage handling aboard the ship
• Transfers between Longyearbyen town center and
port on embarkation and disembarkation day

*CHARTER FLIGHT & HOTEL PACKAGE INCLUDES:
• Pre- and post-expedition hotel nights at Helsinki airport hotel, with breakfast
• Charter flight from Helsinki to Longyearbyen
• Arrival and departure transfers in Longyearbyen
• Charter flight from Longyearbyen to Helsinki

EXCLUDES

• International airfare
• Arrival and departure transfers in Helsinki
• Passport and visa expenses
• Government arrival and departure taxes not
mentioned above
• Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
• Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical
travel insurance—strongly recommended
• Excess-baggage fees on international and
domestic flights
• Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac
cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
• Laundry, bar, spa and other personal charges
unless specified
• Phone charges may vary by location
• Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for
shipboard staff and crew
• Additional overnight accommodation
• Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities

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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation. Includes Charter Flights From/To Helsinki

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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation. Includes Charter Flights From/To Helsinki

» Arctic

» Jun 30 2026 – Jul 14 2026 (15 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION:

» DISEMBARKATION:

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Contact Us

SHIP

Ultramarine

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Kayaking
Paddling Excursion

ACTIVITIES

This 15-day journey offers the most extensive exploration of Spitsbergen, the largest island in the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard. Look for
iconic Arctic wildlife such as walrus, reindeer and polar bears; explore remnants of 16th-century maritime history; and experience two remarkable birdwatching utopias: 14th of July Glacier and Alkefjellet. If conditions permit, we will also attempt a full circumnavigation of Spitsbergen—a rite of passage for many Arctic enthusiasts. Shore excursions by Zodiac will allow you to land in places where few humans have ever set foot.

INCLUDES

• An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
• Leadership throughout your voyage by our
experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore
landings and other activities
• All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily
program
• All shore landings as per the daily program
• Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
• All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board
throughout your voyage. Please inform us of any
dietary requirements as far in advance as possible.
• Free beer, standard wines, spirits, and cocktails
during bar service hours and dinner
• Complimentary select beer, wines and select
cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
• Formal and informal presentations by our
Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled

• A photographic journal documenting the expedition
• A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for
landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
• Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
• Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device
permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting
on social media and voice applications. (Premium
packages are available for more data-intensive
applications.) Internet access in the polar regions
is subject to geography, climate, and other factors
beyond our control.
• All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges
throughout the program
• All luggage handling aboard the ship
• Transfers between Longyearbyen town center and
port on embarkation and disembarkation day

*CHARTER FLIGHT & HOTEL PACKAGE INCLUDES:
• Pre- and post-expedition hotel nights at Helsinki airport hotel, with breakfast
• Charter flight from Helsinki to Longyearbyen
• Arrival and departure transfers in Longyearbyen
• Charter flight from Longyearbyen to Helsinki

EXCLUDES

• International airfare
• Arrival and departure transfers in Helsinki
• Passport and visa expenses
• Government arrival and departure taxes not
mentioned above
• Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
• Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical
travel insurance—strongly recommended
• Excess-baggage fees on international and
domestic flights
• Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac
cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
• Laundry, bar, spa and other personal charges
unless specified
• Phone charges may vary by location
• Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for
shipboard staff and crew
• Additional overnight accommodation
• Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities

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