Pre-Program Svalbard
Hightlights
- RIB boat tour to Borebukta, where you’ll have the chance to see walruses in their natural habitat—on the ice, in the water, and on land
- Fossil hike to Longyear Glacier to find 40-60 million-year-old fossils, guided by a local expert
- ATV adventure through Svalbard’s landscape with a local guide
- Dog team driving experience in Adventdalen using a traditional cart
- Speciality four-course dinner with wine pairing at Restaurant Gruvelageret
Join us for an exciting Pre-Program in Svalbard before your voyage starts.
Your adventure begins at the Svalbard Hotell Polfareren, a cosy boutique hotel centrally located in Longyearbyen. Reflecting Svalbard’s unique charm, the hotel exudes a rustic and informal atmosphere. Spend your afternoon settling in before indulging in a two-course dinner at the Polfareren Restaurant.
Start your second day with a thrilling RIB boat tour to Borebukta, where you’ll have the chance to see walruses in their natural habitat—on the ice, in the water, and on land. Marvel at the impressive glacier fronts and the striking fjord and mountain scenery. Lunch will be provided during the excursion. In the afternoon, explore charming Longyearbyen at your leisure; hunt for locally made souvenirs, take in a gallery or simply soak up the town’s unique atmosphere. We recommend visiting the Svalbard Museum, NORDOVER Gallery, Cafe Huskies, Fruene Cafe, and the various locally owned stores in the town centre. In the evening, you’ll be picked up for a delightful four-course dinner with wine pairing at the charming Restaurant Gruvelageret. Transportation back to the hotel is included.
Join a fossil hike to Longyear Glacier on the morning of the next day. You’ll be picked up from your hotel to search for plant and animal fossils dating back 40-60 million years. This easy hike, guided by a local expert, lasts approximately four hours and offers a stunning window into the natural history of Svalbard. Back in Longyearbyen, spend your midday relaxing or enjoying an Arctic lunch on your own. In the afternoon, bundle up for an ATV adventure through Svalbard’s summer landscape. A local guide will lead you through tall mountains, wide valleys, and wildlife-rich areas on a rugged all-terrain vehicle. End your day with a three-course dinner at Polfareren Restaurant, savouring the Nordic-inspired cuisine once more.
On your final day on land, prepare for an exhilarating experience driving your own dog team. Navigate the majestic Adventdalen with a sturdy cart and 4-6 hardworking dogs – the original and most traditional way to explore the Arctic! Enjoying the unique Arctic landscape before embarking your waiting expedition vessel M/V Ocean Albatros in the afternoon for a thrilling polar adventure. Transportation to the ship is included.
Facts about Pre-Program Svalbard
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
Your adventure begins at the Svalbard Hotell Polfareren, a cozy boutique hotel centrally located in Longyearbyen. Reflecting Svalbard’s unique charm, the hotel exudes a rustic and informal atmosphere. Spend your afternoon settling in before indulging in a two-course dinner at the Polfareren Restaurant. Inspired by Nordic cuisine and named after polar explorer Eivind Astrup, the menu is crafted from the season's finest ingredients, offering a refreshing take on Arctic food culture.
Day 2
RIB Boat Tour to Borebukta
Start your day with a thrilling RIB boat tour to Borebukta, where you'll have the chance to see walruses in their natural habitat—on the ice, in the water, and on land. Marvel at the impressive glacier fronts and the striking fjord and mountain scenery. A lunch will be provided during the excursion.
In the afternoon, explore charming Longyearbyen at your leisure; hunt for locally made souvenirs, take in a gallery, or simply soak up the town’s unique atmophere. We recommend visiting Svalbard Museum, NORDOVER Gallery, Cafe Huskies, Fruene Cafe, and the various locally owned stores in the town centre.
In the evening, you'll be picked up for a delightful four-course dinner with wine pairing at the charming Restaurant Gruvelageret. Transportation back to the hotel is included.
Day 3
Fossil Hike to Longyear Glacier & ATV Safari
Join a fossil hike to Longyear Glacier in the morning. You'll be picked up from your hotel to search for plant and animal fossils dating back 40-60 million years. This easy hike, guided by a local expert, lasts approximately four hours, and offers a stunning window into the natural history of Svalbard.
Back in Longyearbyen spend your midday relaxing or enjoying an Arctic lunch on your own.
In the afternoon, bundle up for an ATV adventure through Svalbard's summer landscape. A local guide will lead you through tall mountains, wide valleys, and areas rich in wildlife on a rugged all-terrain vehicle.
End your day with a three-course dinner at Polfareren Restaurant, savoring the Nordic-inspired cuisine once more.
Day 4
Dogs on Wheels Excursion
On your final day on land, prepare for an exhilarating experience driving your own dog team. Navigate the majestic Adventdalen with a sturdy cart and 4-6 hardworking dogs – the original and most traditional way to explore the Arctic! Enjoying the unique Arctic landscape before embarking your waiting expedition vessel M/V Ocean Albatros in the afternoon for a thrilling polar adventure. Transportation to the vessel is included.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions
- 3x night at Svalbard Hotell Polfareren, DBL, with breakfast
- Excursion: Walrus Safari
- Excursion: Fossil Hike to Longyear Glacier
- Excursion: ATV Safari
- Excursion: Dogs on Wheels
- 2-course dinner Polfareren (Night 1)
- Lunch (Day 2)
- Speciality dinner at Gruvelageret, including wine package (Night 2)
- 3-course dinner Polfareren (Night 3)
- Transport to/from all restaurants, excursions and to the vessel
Exclusions
- Airport to hotel transfer
- Lunch on Day 1 & 3
- Single room supplement
- Personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned under ’Inclusions’
- Extra excursions, activities and meals not mentioned in the program