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Svalbard Adventure Mini-Cruise | Wednesday to Monday

<p>Embark on the ultimate Spitsbergen experience with our Wednesday to Monday mini-cruise package, perfect for those eager to explore the heart of Svalbard&rsquo;s pristine wilderness.</p>
<p>Begin your journey with a night in Longyearbyen before boarding the MS Serenissima for an unforgettable voyage along Spitsbergen&rsquo;s stunning west coast, where you&rsquo;ll encounter majestic glaciers, dramatic fjords, and an abundance of Arctic wildlife. With four nights at sea, you&rsquo;ll have excellent opportunities to spot polar bears, walruses, and seabirds, making this the perfect adventure for nature lovers.</p>
<p>Start your trip midweek and fully immerse yourself in the Arctic's wonders before returning to Longyearbyen for your journey home.</p>
28 May, 2025 to 02 June, 2025
Standard Double/Twin Cabin £1,536 GBP pp
Deck 3 Double/Twin Bed Porthole
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Superior Double/Twin Cabin £2,012 GBP pp
Deck 3, 4 Double/Twin Beds Porthole
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Deluxe Double Cabin £2,426 GBP pp
Deck 4, 5 & 6 Double Bed Large Windows
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Junior Suite £3,041 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows
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Owner’s suites with private walkway £3,839 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows & Private Walkway
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Executive Suites with Balcony £4,300 GBP pp
Deck 7 Double Bed Private Balcony
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04 June, 2025 to 09 June, 2025
Standard Double/Twin Cabin £1,536 GBP pp
Deck 3 Double/Twin Bed Porthole
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Superior Double/Twin Cabin £2,012 GBP pp
Deck 3, 4 Double/Twin Beds Porthole
view cabin photo
Deluxe Double Cabin £2,426 GBP pp
Deck 4, 5 & 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Junior Suite £3,041 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Owner’s suites with private walkway £3,839 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows & Private Walkway
view cabin photo
Executive Suites with Balcony £4,300 GBP pp
Deck 7 Double Bed Private Balcony
view cabin photo
11 June, 2025 to 16 June, 2025
Standard Double/Twin Cabin £1,536 GBP pp
Deck 3 Double/Twin Bed Porthole
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Superior Double/Twin Cabin £2,012 GBP pp
Deck 3, 4 Double/Twin Beds Porthole
view cabin photo
Deluxe Double Cabin £2,426 GBP pp
Deck 4, 5 & 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Junior Suite £3,041 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Owner’s suites with private walkway £3,839 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows & Private Walkway
view cabin photo
Executive Suites with Balcony £4,300 GBP pp
Deck 7 Double Bed Private Balcony
view cabin photo
18 June, 2025 to 23 June, 2025
Standard Double/Twin Cabin £1,536 GBP pp
Deck 3 Double/Twin Bed Porthole
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Superior Double/Twin Cabin £2,012 GBP pp
Deck 3, 4 Double/Twin Beds Porthole
view cabin photo
Deluxe Double Cabin £2,426 GBP pp
Deck 4, 5 & 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Junior Suite £3,041 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Owner’s suites with private walkway £3,839 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows & Private Walkway
view cabin photo
Executive Suites with Balcony £4,300 GBP pp
Deck 7 Double Bed Private Balcony
view cabin photo
25 June, 2025 to 30 June, 2025
Standard Double/Twin Cabin £1,613 GBP pp
Deck 3 Double/Twin Bed Porthole
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Superior Double/Twin Cabin £2,112 GBP pp
Deck 3, 4 Double/Twin Beds Porthole
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Deluxe Double Cabin £2,548 GBP pp
Deck 4, 5 & 6 Double Bed Large Windows
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Junior Suite £3,193 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows
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Owner’s suites with private walkway £4,031 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows & Private Walkway
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Executive Suites with Balcony £4,515 GBP pp
Deck 7 Double Bed Private Balcony
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02 July, 2025 to 07 July, 2025
Standard Double/Twin Cabin £1,613 GBP pp
Deck 3 Double/Twin Bed Porthole
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Superior Double/Twin Cabin £2,112 GBP pp
Deck 3, 4 Double/Twin Beds Porthole
view cabin photo
Deluxe Double Cabin £2,548 GBP pp
Deck 4, 5 & 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Junior Suite £3,193 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Owner’s suites with private walkway £4,031 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows & Private Walkway
view cabin photo
Executive Suites with Balcony £4,515 GBP pp
Deck 7 Double Bed Private Balcony
view cabin photo
09 July, 2025 to 14 July, 2025
Standard Double/Twin Cabin £1,613 GBP pp
Deck 3 Double/Twin Bed Porthole
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Superior Double/Twin Cabin £2,112 GBP pp
Deck 3, 4 Double/Twin Beds Porthole
view cabin photo
Deluxe Double Cabin £2,548 GBP pp
Deck 4, 5 & 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Junior Suite £3,193 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Owner’s suites with private walkway £4,031 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows & Private Walkway
view cabin photo
Executive Suites with Balcony £4,515 GBP pp
Deck 7 Double Bed Private Balcony
view cabin photo
16 July, 2025 to 21 July, 2025
Standard Double/Twin Cabin £1,863 GBP pp
Deck 3 Double/Twin Bed Porthole
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Superior Double/Twin Cabin £2,441 GBP pp
Deck 3, 4 Double/Twin Beds Porthole
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Deluxe Double Cabin £2,943 GBP pp
Deck 4, 5 & 6 Double Bed Large Windows
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Junior Suite £3,688 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows
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Owner’s suites with private walkway £4,657 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows & Private Walkway
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Executive Suites with Balcony £5,216 GBP pp
Deck 7 Double Bed Private Balcony
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23 July, 2025 to 28 July, 2025
Standard Double/Twin Cabin £1,766 GBP pp
Deck 3 Double/Twin Bed Porthole
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Superior Double/Twin Cabin £2,314 GBP pp
Deck 3, 4 Double/Twin Beds Porthole
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Deluxe Double Cabin £2,790 GBP pp
Deck 4, 5 & 6 Double Bed Large Windows
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Junior Suite £3,497 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows
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Owner’s suites with private walkway £4,415 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows & Private Walkway
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Executive Suites with Balcony £4,944 GBP pp
Deck 7 Double Bed Private Balcony
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30 July, 2025 to 04 August, 2025
Standard Double/Twin Cabin £1,689 GBP pp
Deck 3 Double/Twin Bed Porthole
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Superior Double/Twin Cabin £2,213 GBP pp
Deck 3, 4 Double/Twin Beds Porthole
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Deluxe Double Cabin £2,669 GBP pp
Deck 4, 5 & 6 Double Bed Large Windows
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Junior Suite £3,345 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows
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Owner’s suites with private walkway £4,223 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows & Private Walkway
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Executive Suites with Balcony £4,730 GBP pp
Deck 7 Double Bed Private Balcony
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06 August, 2025 to 11 August, 2025
Standard Double/Twin Cabin £1,863 GBP pp
Deck 3 Double/Twin Bed Porthole
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Superior Double/Twin Cabin £2,441 GBP pp
Deck 3, 4 Double/Twin Beds Porthole
view cabin photo
Deluxe Double Cabin £2,943 GBP pp
Deck 4, 5 & 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Junior Suite £3,688 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Owner’s suites with private walkway £4,657 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows & Private Walkway
view cabin photo
Executive Suites with Balcony £5,216 GBP pp
Deck 7 Double Bed Private Balcony
view cabin photo
13 August, 2025 to 18 August, 2025
Standard Double/Twin Cabin £1,766 GBP pp
Deck 3 Double/Twin Bed Porthole
view cabin photo
Superior Double/Twin Cabin £2,314 GBP pp
Deck 3, 4 Double/Twin Beds Porthole
view cabin photo
Deluxe Double Cabin £2,790 GBP pp
Deck 4, 5 & 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Junior Suite £3,497 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Owner’s suites with private walkway £4,415 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows & Private Walkway
view cabin photo
Executive Suites with Balcony £4,944 GBP pp
Deck 7 Double Bed Private Balcony
view cabin photo
20 August, 2025 to 25 August, 2025
Standard Double/Twin Cabin £1,689 GBP pp
Deck 3 Double/Twin Bed Porthole
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Superior Double/Twin Cabin £2,213 GBP pp
Deck 3, 4 Double/Twin Beds Porthole
view cabin photo
Deluxe Double Cabin £2,669 GBP pp
Deck 4, 5 & 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Junior Suite £3,345 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Owner’s suites with private walkway £4,223 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows & Private Walkway
view cabin photo
Executive Suites with Balcony £4,730 GBP pp
Deck 7 Double Bed Private Balcony
view cabin photo
27 August, 2025 to 01 September, 2025
Standard Double/Twin Cabin £1,689 GBP pp
Deck 3 Double/Twin Bed Porthole
view cabin photo
Superior Double/Twin Cabin £2,213 GBP pp
Deck 3, 4 Double/Twin Beds Porthole
view cabin photo
Deluxe Double Cabin £2,669 GBP pp
Deck 4, 5 & 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Junior Suite £3,345 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Owner’s suites with private walkway £4,223 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows & Private Walkway
view cabin photo
Executive Suites with Balcony £4,730 GBP pp
Deck 7 Double Bed Private Balcony
view cabin photo
03 September, 2025 to 08 September, 2025
Standard Double/Twin Cabin £1,536 GBP pp
Deck 3 Double/Twin Bed Porthole
view cabin photo
Superior Double/Twin Cabin £2,012 GBP pp
Deck 3, 4 Double/Twin Beds Porthole
view cabin photo
Deluxe Double Cabin £2,426 GBP pp
Deck 4, 5 & 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Junior Suite £3,041 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows
view cabin photo
Owner’s suites with private walkway £3,839 GBP pp
Deck 6 Double Bed Large Windows & Private Walkway
view cabin photo
Executive Suites with Balcony £4,300 GBP pp
Deck 7 Double Bed Private Balcony
view cabin photo

Svalbard Adventure Mini-Cruise | Wednesday to Monday itinerary:

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Day 1: Mining history and Arctic nature


Location: Longyearbyen  

Summary: Arrive in Longyearbyen, where we will meet you at the airport to transfer to your hotel. From there you can explore the town, visit the North Pole Expedition Museum, and enjoy a two-course dinner at your hotel restaurant. Overnight stay at either Radisson Blu Polar Hotel or Funken Lodge, depending on your cabin category. 

Day 2: Settlements of the far north


Location: Longyearbyen and Isfjorden  

Summary: Morning at leisure in Longyearbyen, with a two-course lunch at your hotel, before a guided tour that includes the Svalbard Museum and Camp Barentz. Embark on the MS Serenissima and sail through Isfjorden, observing Arctic wildlife and historical sites.

Day 3: Into the Arctic wilderness


Location: Magdalenefjorden and the North West Corner  

Summary: Enter remote Arctic areas without communication signals, and explore Magdalenefjorden's alpine-like scenery, historical whaling sites, and rich birdlife. Potential landing depends on weather and ice conditions. 

Day 4: Scanning for polar bears


Location: Woodfjorden, Liefdefjorden, Moffen, and 80° North  

Summary: Explore the diverse landscapes of Woodfjorden and Liefdefjorden, and scan for polar bears and other wildlife. If conditions allow, sail above 80° North and approach Moffen Island, known for its walrus population. 

Day 5: Fjords, glaciers, and research


location: Kongsfjorden and Ny-Ålesund  

Summary: Discover the scenic Kongsfjorden, hike on the tundra, and visit the research settlement of Ny-Ålesund. Learn about Arctic exploration history and send a postcard from the northernmost post office in the world. Upon arrival in Ny-Ålesund, the ship will dock at the pier, and passengers can disembark directly from the ship onto land. 

Day 6: Flying home from the Arctic


Location: Longyearbyen  

Summary: Departure day, with transfer from the ship to Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen. From here you have another opportunity to explore Longyearbyen and buy souvenirs before a transfer to the airport.

Please note:

The day-by-day programme offers a glimpse of what you can expect during your voyage, but please remember that this itinerary is just a guide. As with any adventure, the elements are in charge, and weather conditions may lead to changes along the way.

Svalbard Adventure Mini-Cruise | Wednesday to Monday reverse itinerary:

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Please note: *

The day-by-day programme offers a glimpse of what you can expect during your voyage, but please remember that this itinerary is just a guide. As with any adventure, the elements are in charge, and weather conditions may lead to changes along the way.

Day 6: Flying home from the Arctic *


Location: Longyearbyen  

Summary: Departure day, with transfer from the ship to Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen. From here you have another opportunity to explore Longyearbyen and buy souvenirs before a transfer to the airport.

Day 5: Fjords, glaciers, and research *


location: Kongsfjorden and Ny-Ålesund  

Summary: Discover the scenic Kongsfjorden, hike on the tundra, and visit the research settlement of Ny-Ålesund. Learn about Arctic exploration history and send a postcard from the northernmost post office in the world. Upon arrival in Ny-Ålesund, the ship will dock at the pier, and passengers can disembark directly from the ship onto land. 

Day 4: Scanning for polar bears *


Location: Woodfjorden, Liefdefjorden, Moffen, and 80° North  

Summary: Explore the diverse landscapes of Woodfjorden and Liefdefjorden, and scan for polar bears and other wildlife. If conditions allow, sail above 80° North and approach Moffen Island, known for its walrus population. 

Day 3: Into the Arctic wilderness *


Location: Magdalenefjorden and the North West Corner  

Summary: Enter remote Arctic areas without communication signals, and explore Magdalenefjorden's alpine-like scenery, historical whaling sites, and rich birdlife. Potential landing depends on weather and ice conditions. 

Day 2: Settlements of the far north *


Location: Longyearbyen and Isfjorden  

Summary: Morning at leisure in Longyearbyen, with a two-course lunch at your hotel, before a guided tour that includes the Svalbard Museum and Camp Barentz. Embark on the MS Serenissima and sail through Isfjorden, observing Arctic wildlife and historical sites.

Day 1: Mining history and Arctic nature *


Location: Longyearbyen  

Summary: Arrive in Longyearbyen, where we will meet you at the airport to transfer to your hotel. From there you can explore the town, visit the North Pole Expedition Museum, and enjoy a two-course dinner at your hotel restaurant. Overnight stay at either Radisson Blu Polar Hotel or Funken Lodge, depending on your cabin category. 

* = Indicative
Map for Svalbard Adventure Mini-Cruise | Wednesday to Monday
Serenissima, the ship servicing Svalbard Adventure Mini-Cruise | Wednesday to Monday

Serenissima

Vessel Type: Small Ship

Length: 87 metres

Passenger Capacity: 95

Built / refurbished: 1960 / 2013 / 2019

A Classic Arctic Cruise Ship for the Ultimate Svalbard Adventure

Step aboard the MS Serenissima for unforgettable cruises to Spitsbergen's west coast. This Arctic cruise ship seamlessly blends the charm of a classic ocean liner with modern amenities. Originally built as the Harald Jarl for Hurtigruten in 1960 at Trondhjems mekaniske Værksted (TMV), recently refurbished in 2019, preserving its history while ensuring a comfortable cruising experience. With a capacity for 103 guests, the MS Serenissima offers an intimate, relaxing atmosphere on Arctic Circle cruises.

Explore the MS Serenissima

Explore the decks of the MS Serenissima, where you can enjoy panoramic views, soak up the sun or take a leisurely stroll. The outdoor areas on this Arctic cruise ship feature an expansive observation deck, offering 360-degree views of the ocean and the surrounding landscape. From this vantage point, you can descend to the front deck (deck 5), which includes an open-air bar.

Venice Restaurant
With a focus on great flavours and fresh ingredients, dining here is a highlight of your journey. The dining room features great views from all tables.

Andrea & Harald Jarl Lounge
Located at the front and back of MS Serenissima, the lounges are the perfect spot to relax and unwind after a day exploring the wonders of Svalbard.

Observation Deck
The outdoor areas feature an expansive observation deck, offering guests panoramic 360-degree views of the ocean and the surrounding landscape.

Cabin layout for Serenissima
• Journey to the top of the world, crossing the 80th parallel to explore the breathtaking wonders of the Arctic.

• Step back in time on the MS Serenissima, a timeless vessel that evokes the spirit of a bygone era of Arctic exploration, offering a classic and authentic experience.

• As we sail past dramatic fjords, towering mountain peaks, and vast glaciers, keep your eyes peeled for polar bears, walruses, whales, and an array of Arctic birdlife.

• Delve into the history of Arctic exploration in Ny-Ålesund, a former mining town and one of the northernmost settlements in the world.