ALL ABOARD THE POLAR BEAR EXPRESS

Package Summary: 18 nights Cruise, Tour & Stay
Package Starts 25 August 2025 from Oslo, Norway
Cruise Starts 26 August 2025 from Longyearbyen, Norway
Cruise Ends 04 September 2025 into Longyearbyen, Norway
Package Ends 12 September 2025 in Bergen, Norway

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Highlights
- Travel at the height of summer in the High Arctic, thousands of migrating birds make their nests for the season and create the chorus that defines the sounds of Svalbard.
- Volcanic islands on the edges of the Earth beckon you and your fellow explorers, inviting you to trek the same paths few others have taken.
- Inspiring scenes of snow-capped mountains and glaciers stir within you the spirit of exploration, waiting to break free.
- Visit Svalbard famous for large polar bear populations
- Soak up the dramatic landscapes and rugged natural beauty of the world-famous Flam Railway
- Enjoy a scenic cruise on the Geiranger Fjord – taking in the spectacular Seven Sister waterfalls along the way
- Learn about Norwegian salmon farming and sample the local produce on a visit to Hardangerfjord Akvasenter

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ALL ABOARD THE POLAR BEAR EXPRESS Cruise, Tour & Stay Package includes
- 1 night hotel stay in Oslo with breakfast
- One way economy class private charter jet service from Oslo to Longyearbyen
- One way private group transfer from airport to port in Longyearbyen
- 9 night Arctic expedition cruise aboard the intimate yacht World Traveller from Longyearbyen return
- One Cultural immersion experience during your cruise
- Gourmet dining with ever-changing menus onboard
- Unlimited beverages, including fine wines, spirits and craft beers onboard
- Open bars and lounges, including 24-hour bar service with specialty canapés during cruise
- Specialty coffees, teas and fresh-pressed juices plus afternoon and high tea
- Champagne and gourmet canapés during meet and greet onboard
- 24-hour room service, including spirits, wine and beer during cruise
- L'OCCITANE bath amenities in your stateroom
- Pre-paid gratuities for ship
- Use of walking sticks and binoculars during cruise
- Reusable water bottle onboard
- Enrichment lectures and destination briefings during cruise plus shore landings led by expert field guides
- Escorted sightseeing safaris by Zodiac
- The opportunity to participate in a Polar plunge
- Atlas Ocean Voyages parka and vest to take home
- Use of knee boots during cruise
- One way private group transfer from Longyearbyen port to airport
- One way economy class private charter jet service from Longyearbyen to Oslo
- 8 night Norway Fjords & Glaciers small group tour (18 guests) from Oslo to Bergen including: 8 nights local style accommodation, 12 meals (8 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners), Driver/guide/tour leader and transport. (see below for day to day itinerary and highlights)

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Land Tour day to day itinerary:

Day 1 - Oslo (Norway)
Your incredible journey will begin in the cosmopolitan capital of Oslo – where you will meet your Tour Leader and fellow travel companions. Tonight, you will get to know one another better over a delicious welcome dinner.
Accommodation: Clarion Collection Hotel Folketeateret (or similar)
Meals - Dinner

Day 2 - Oslo – Voringfossen – Ulvik
After breakfast, you will make your way to picturesque Ulvik – stopping off at the mesmerising Gol Stave Church as you go. Located in the medieval park Gordarike, this site is an exquisite copy of the original Gol Church built in the 1200s – and you’ll have plenty of time to admire the intricate wooden carvings and Viking detailing before we continue to Eidfjord. After soaking up the dramatic landscape along our journey, you will make a stop at a scenic cascade: the thundering Vøringfossen waterfall. Tonight, you will have the evening free to spend at your leisure exploring Ulvik’s gastronomic delights or relaxing at the hand-picked hotel.
Accommodation: Brakanes Hotel (or similar)
Meals - Breakfast

Day 3 - Ulvik – Steinsto – Ulvik
First up today: a visit to the mighty Hardanger Bridge – one of the world’s longest suspension bridges. You will have the opportunity to marvel at this impressive engineering feat and the stunning natural backdrop, before moving on to Hardangerfjord Akvasenter in Steinstø. Here, you will learn all about Norwegian salmon farming processes and have the opportunity to sample a variety of local produce during an included lunch. Back in Ulvik, you will have the rest of the afternoon to take in the picturesque surrounds at our own pace.
Accommodation: Brakanes Hotel (or similar)
Meals - Breakfast & Lunch


Day 4 - Ulvik – Voss and Flam – Sogndal
Following this morning’s breakfast, you will make your way to Myrdal where a tour highlight awaits. Once you arrive, hop aboard one of the world’s most scenic railway experiences: the famous Flam railway. Sit back and soak up the breathtaking vistas of the Aurlandsfjord along this panoramic train journey – before ending at a charming pub for a tasting of the local beer. This afternoon, continue north to Sogndal – where an evening of leisure time awaits.
Accommodation: Hofslund Fjord Hotel (or similar)
Meals - Breakfast

Day 5 - Sogndal – Fjaerland and Loen – Nordfjordeid
The award-winning Norwegian Glacier Museum is first on the agenda today – offering you a fascinating insight into the region, from the Ice Age to today’s climate change challenges. Afterwards, it’s time to see some of the ice formations for yourself with stops at the mesmerising Supphellebreen and Boyabreen glaciers. End the day in the beautiful town of Nordfjordeid, located at the end of Eidsfjorden – where a sumptuous group dinner awaits.
Accommodation: Nordfjord Hotel (or similar)
Meals - Breakfast & Dinner

Day 6 - Nordfjordeid – Geiranger – Nordfjordeid
Weather permitting, start the day at Dalsnibba Summit: Europe’s highest and most magnificent fjord viewpoint. You will have plenty of time to soak up the incredible surrounding landscapes from the Geiranger Skywalk Platform – perched at 1500m above sea level. Later, cruise to the middle of the Geirangerfjord to see the captivating Seven Sisters, Bridal Veil and Suitor waterfalls. This evening, you will have some free time to enjoy Nordfjordeid’s local hospitality or relax at the hand-picked hotel.
Accommodation: Nordfjord Hotel (or similar)
Meals - Breakfast

Day 7 - Nordfjordeid – Leikanger
First on the agenda today: Briksdal Glacier. A Troll car will take you to the foot of this impressive glacier – where you’ll stop to marvel at its untameable power. Then, continue on to Sunnfjord Museum – an open-air museum depicting the daily life of the area’s farmer and tenant families in the 19th century. After an insightful day, press south to Leikanger – where you will have an evening to spend at your leisure.
Accommodation: Leikanger Hotel (or similar)
Meals - Breakfast

Day 8 - Leikanger – Vik – Bergen
You will continue your journey with a stop at Vik this morning – where you will see the richly decorated Hopperstad Stave Church and the distinctive Moahaugane burial mounds. After reaching the tour’s final destination of Bergen, reconvene at the hotel to enjoy some delicious Norwegian cuisine and toast the final night of your adventure.
Accommodation: Zander K Hotel (or similar
Meals - Breakfast & Dinner

Day 9 - Bergen
After breakfast, there’s time for an in-depth walking tour of Bergen with a local guide before your trip comes to a close in the afternoon. What an adventure it’s been!
Meals - Breakfast