Svalbard in Summer: Under the Midnight Sun | With extended stay in Longyearbyen
Oslo - Longyearbyen
Discover the Arctic at its most vibrant on this summer expedition through western Svalbard. After a stay in Oslo and two days exploring the unique culture and history of Longyearbyen—including a guided e-bike tour—you’ll set sail into the stunning landscapes of Northwest Spitsbergen National Park.
This is a concentrated Arctic adventure where dramatic glaciers meet quiet fjords, and snowcapped peaks give way to green tundra dotted with wildflowers. Under the soft, endless glow of the Midnight Sun, the region bursts into life—this is the Arctic as you’ve never seen it before.
You’ll witness a remarkable transformation as the once-frozen terrain becomes a haven for wildlife. Look out for flocks of Little Auks and Arctic Terns soaring overhead, and spot Svalbard reindeer grazing across the blooming tundra. Walruses haul out on rocky shores, Arctic foxes roam, and during this peak whale season, you might catch sight of these ocean giants in the surrounding waters. With favorable conditions, we may even sail beyond the 80th parallel in search of polar bears along the ice edge.
This journey reveals a rarely seen side of the Arctic—colorful, thriving, and full of energy. It’s an unforgettable summer voyage into one of the planet’s wildest and most beautiful corners.
Activities
Hiking
Lectures
Polar Plunge
Sea Kayaking
Wildlife Watching
Zodiac Cruises
Itinerary
Day 1
Oslo
Oslo is the capital of Norway and is also its largest city, situated at the head of Oslo Fjord and surrounded by hills and forests. Home to some 50 museums and full of galleries, cafés, a sculpture park and the Royal Palace, this vibrant city with its handsome 19th-century buildings and wide streets has much to offer. Its history dates back 1,000 years, and includes a rich seafaring heritage that ranges from the Viking era to Thor Heyerdahl’s Kon Tiki expedition. Discover more about this exciting city on our varied selection of excursions.
Days 2-4
Longyearbyen
Longyearbyen is the biggest settlement in Svalbard. Seat of the Norwegian administration, it also has the best services and infrastructure in the archipelago. Located deep in the Adventfjord, a sidearm of the Isfjorden (Icefjord), Longyearbyen’s airport can be used all-year round, but its harbor is blocked by ice in winter. Most shops, hotels, restaurants and a hospital are within easy walking distance of the port. One of the most prominent buildings in town is the UNIS center, where several Norwegian universities have joined forces to operate and offer the northernmost higher education to both Norwegian and international students. Adjacent to UNIS, and well worth a visit, is the Svalbard Museum, covering the natural history and exploitation of Svalbard. Remnants of the former mining activity can be seen all around Longyearbyen and even in town.
Day 5
Hornsund
Day 6
Bellsund
Bellsund is a 20km sound in Norway’s Svalbard archipelago. It is distinctly cut into two branches, the fjords Van Mijenfjorden and Van Keulenfjorden which together offer a stunning journey. You’ll be dwarfed by the high mountains which characterise the landscape along with rich wildlife that thrives in such diverse conditions.
Day 7
Magdalenefjord
Day 8
Amsterdam Island, Spitsbergen
Day 10
Ny-Ålesund
Day 10
Krossfjord
Day 11
Longyearbyen
Longyearbyen is the biggest settlement in Svalbard. Seat of the Norwegian administration, it also has the best services and infrastructure in the archipelago. Located deep in the Adventfjord, a sidearm of the Isfjorden (Icefjord), Longyearbyen’s airport can be used all-year round, but its harbor is blocked by ice in winter. Most shops, hotels, restaurants and a hospital are within easy walking distance of the port. One of the most prominent buildings in town is the UNIS center, where several Norwegian universities have joined forces to operate and offer the northernmost higher education to both Norwegian and international students. Adjacent to UNIS, and well worth a visit, is the Svalbard Museum, covering the natural history and exploitation of Svalbard. Remnants of the former mining activity can be seen all around Longyearbyen and even in town.
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