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12 June 2026 - 21 Jun 2026
10 Days/9 Nights
Aberdeen - Longyearbyen
Embark on an expedition cruise from Iceland’s dramatic volcanic shores to the icy fjords and snow-capped peaks of Spitsbergen. Cross the Arctic Circle, explore the remote island of Jan Mayen with its vibrant seabird colonies, and follow the edge of the Arctic ice. Along the way, encounter majestic wildlife, including whales, seals, and polar bears, as you venture into the heart of the polar wilderness.
Description
All itineraries are for guidance only. Programs may vary depending on ice, weather, and wildlife conditions. Landings are subject to site availabilities, permissions, and environmental concerns per AECO regulations.
Our team includes an expert guide who will help you identify and photograph birds on deck. They will also provide information about Arctic birds during onboard lectures.
Solstice
Experience the midnight sun during the Arctic summer, when the sun stays visible for 24 hours. The summer solstice in Longyearbyen is on June 21, with the sun at its highest point. This phenomenon lasts until late August. Join us on this Arctic expedition.
Granite City Sights
Arrive in Aberdeen, known for its beautiful gardens. This is where your trip begins. Look out for orcas and other cetaceans. You’ll see the Girdle Ness lighthouse, designed by the grandfather of writer Robert Louis Stevenson. More travelers join you here.
Birds, Seals, and Knits
Visit Fair Isle in the Shetlands, famous for its knitwear and seabird breeding grounds. You might also see grey seals.
Jan Mayen Marine Life
Sail north to Jan Mayen, northeast of Iceland. Watch for whales like minke, fin, orca, and blue whales during your two days at sea.
Snow-Capped Volcano
Explore Jan Mayen, home to the snow-capped Mt. Beerenberg. Visit the weather station and the remains of a 17th-century Dutch whaling station.
Midnight Sun and Ice Edge
Sail north under the midnight sun, searching for bowhead whales, harp seals, polar bears, and seabirds. Head west to the continental shelf of west Spitsbergen, where you might see fin and minke whales.
Spitsbergen's Beauty
Explore Forlandsundet, a beautiful area with wildlife like walruses. You might also visit St. Johns Fjord or Alkhornet, where seabirds nest and reindeer graze.
Journey’s End
Disembark in Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen's administrative center. Take home memories of your adventure. If you want more, join our North Spitsbergen Explorer for more wildlife and landscapes.
Highlights You Might Experience
Blue Whale
Barnacle Goose
Beluga Whale
Arctic Skua
Arctic Fox
Arctic Tern
Black Guillemot
Atlantic puffin
Bowhead Whale
Brunnics Guillemot Guillemot
Fulmar
Fin Whale
Bearded Seal
Glaucous Gull
Grey Phalarope
Hooded Seal
Ivory Gull
Harp Seal
King Eider
Killer Whale
Humpback Whale
Kittiwake
Little Auk
Northern Bottlenose Whale
Minke Whale
Pink-footed Goose
Polar Bear
Long-tailed Skua
Ringed Seal
Ptarmigan
Sperm Whale
Walrus
White-Beaked Dolphin
Svalbard reindeer
Activities You might Participate
Cabins and Pricing
Quadruple Porthole
2 upper & lower berths
Complete Cabin
USD
12200 Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Sharing Cabin
USD
3050 Share your cabin with others for the best price.
Triple Porthole
1 upper berth & 2 lower berths
Complete Cabin
USD
10950 Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Sharing Cabin
USD
3650 Share your cabin with others for the best price.
Twin Porthole
2 lower berths
Complete Cabin
USD
8700 Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single Cabin
USD
7395 Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).
Sharing Cabin
USD
4350 Share your cabin with others for the best price.
Twin Window
2 lower berths
Complete Cabin
USD
9300 Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single Cabin
USD
7905 Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).
Sharing Cabin
USD
4650 Share your cabin with others for the best price.
Twin Deluxe
2 lower berths
Complete Cabin
USD
9800 Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single Cabin
USD
8330 Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).
Sharing Cabin
USD
4900 Share your cabin with others for the best price.
Superior
1 double bed, 1 sofa bed
Complete Cabin
USD
11100 Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Sharing Cabin
USD
5550 Share your cabin with others for the best price.
Map
IMPORTANT
EXCLUDED
INCLUDED
- Flights to the embarkation point and from the disembarkation point.
- Pre- and post- land arrangements.
- Passport and visa expenses.
- Meals ashore.
- Personal health Insurance for Medical, Accident and Repatriation/Evacuating.
- All personal expenses, including but not limited to laundry services, bar beverages, and excess internet usage charges.
- The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).
- Voyage aboard the indicated vessel
- All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
- All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
- Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
- Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
- Transfers and baggage handling between the airport, hotels and ship only for those passengers on the group flights to and from Longyearbyen.
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
- AECO fees and governmental taxes.
- Comprehensive pre-departure material.
FAQ
How much time do we spend on shore?
- That is hard to say. It depends on the weather and constraints of time and distance. Depending on the voyage, you may spend several days aboard the ship, followed by a series of landings, each several hours long. On some cruises, you land two or three times every day. During our time at the high latitudes, we will have almost continuous daylight, which means we may schedule excursions before breakfast, after dinner, or in the middle of the night. Often the light for photography is best at these times. We would like to show you as much as possible, but we also want to leave it up to you to skip an excursion.
How do I know our location during a trip?
- The expedition team keeps you informed about our location and destination.
Can I get a cash advance on board the ship?
- No, you are not able to get cash advances on the vessel.
Do I have to make a payment at the same time that I make a reservation?
- When you make a confirmed reservation, we require a 40% deposit. But if the reservation is made within two months prior to departure, the full price of the voyage is due at the time of booking.
What to wear during a trip to Jan Mayen?
- Although it is not always cold, warm and waterproof clothing is needed on Jan Mayen. Waterproof trousers and jacket against wind, rain and salt spray coming into the zodiac. Furthermore fleece jackets, gloves and a warm hat. Rubber-boots for the landings are provided on board our vessels Plancius, Ortelius and Hondius.
What is the weather on Jan Mayen like?
- The weather around Jan Mayen is often not so good: it is said the weather is foul for 362 days of the year. There may be heavy rain, wind and fog but then, soon after, the sun may break through and the air becomes clear. In June, when our ships visit Jan Mayen, the average temperature is around 2º to 3ºC (36º to 37ºF).
How many cabins are there on the Plancius?
- There are in total 50 cabins at the Plancius: 4 quadruple cabins with private toilet and shower 9 twin porthole cabins 25 twin cabins with window 2 twin deluxe cabins (ca 15 square meters) 10 superior cabins (ca 21 square meters)
When was the Plancius built?
- The ship Plancius was built in 1976 as an oceanographic research vessel for the Royal Dutch Navy.
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