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Svalbard Odyssey

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£11,669pp
Voyage Code: AURORASVL073D
moon 10 nights
anchor Douglas Mawson
calendar 8 Aug '27

Cruise overview

Enjoy the best of Svalbard, a world of near-endless daylight, where polar bear sightings quicken your pulse, guillemot cries echo from towering cliffs, and beluga whales rise from the sea. Explore tundra adorned with wildflowers, keep watch for arctic fox, and discover historical camps of explorers and hunters. Push through pack ice to find walrus and bearded seals, and delight in the breathtakingly beautiful fjords.

Oslo
Svalbard Archipelago
Svalbard Archipelago
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Oslo

Itinerary

Day 1

Oslo

Having made your way to Oslo, you will be met by a representative of AE Expeditions and transferred to our group hotel. Upon arrival at your included hotel, please visit the AE Expeditions hospitality desk to collect your luggage cabin tags and to speak with our ground operations team, who may have information to share with you about pre-embarkation or to provide you with information about where to dine, withdraw cash or purchase last minute items from a local pharmacy or supermarket. The remainder of your time is at leisure. All meals today are at your own expense.


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.

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Day 2

at-sea At sea

Day 3

Svalbard Archipelago

Day 4

Svalbard Archipelago

Day 5

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Day 6

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Day 7

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Day 8

Svalbard Archipelago

Day 9

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Day 10

Svalbard Archipelago

Day 11

Oslo

Aurora Stateroom Superiorfrom£12,469pp
Balcony Stateroom Category Cfrom£12,709pp
Balcony Stateroom Category Bfrom£13,429pp
Balcony Stateroom Category Afrom£14,469pp
Balcony Stateroom Superiorfrom£15,749pp
Junior Suitefrom£18,789pp
Captain's Suitefrom£21,429pp
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Aurora Stateroom Superior

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Spacious mid-deck rooms with large picture windows offering natural light and ocean views.

Amenities

  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Safe
  • Desk
  • Mini Bar (Additional Cost)
  • Lounge Area
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Air Conditioning

Ship features

Douglas Mawson brings expedition capability and boutique comfort together, offering travellers an authentic yet luxurious way to experience the Earth’s wild frontiers.

Overview
Accommodation
Dining
Amenities
Wellness
Entertainment
Families
  • 154-guest expedition vessel
  • Ulstein X-Bow for stability and efficiency
  • 15 Zodiacs with four embarkation points
  • Observation lounge and glass atrium
  • Spacious lecture theatre and science centre
  • Outdoor hot tubs and wellness area
  • Sauna and gym with panoramic views
  • Dedicated mudroom and gear storage
  • Modern restaurant and casual lounge bar
  • Expert-led enrichment and daily briefings
Douglas Mawson Accommodation

Accommodation

Douglas Mawson offers 76 staterooms and suites designed for warmth, comfort, and practicality. Each features an en-suite bathroom, seating area, and flexible twin-or-double configuration. Interconnecting cabins suit families or groups, while Balcony Suites provide private outdoor space and premium amenities ideal for extended voyages.

Douglas Mawson Dining

Dining

The main restaurant offers open-seating dining with menus inspired by fresh regional ingredients. Daily meals include international and locally influenced dishes, complemented by complimentary house wines, beers, and soft drinks at dinner. Tea, coffee, and snacks are available throughout the day.

Douglas Mawson Amenities

Amenities

Public spaces include a light-filled observation lounge, library, and science centre. Outdoor decks provide excellent wildlife viewing, while the atrium delivers sweeping forward-facing views. Guests also enjoy a boutique, medical centre, and mudroom for excursion preparation.

Douglas Mawson Wellness

Wellness

After a day of adventure, unwind in the wellness area featuring a sauna, gym, and outdoor hot tubs. Spa treatments and yoga sessions are offered during sea days, ensuring balance between exploration and relaxation.

Douglas Mawson Entertainment

Entertainment

Rather than traditional shows, Douglas Mawson focuses on enrichment. Daily presentations by expedition leaders and guest experts cover geology, wildlife, and polar history. Evenings are relaxed, with social gatherings in the lounge and informal recaps of the day’s discoveries.

Douglas Mawson Families

Families

Although primarily tailored for adult travellers, families with older children are welcome. Interconnecting cabins and engaging educational activities make the Douglas Mawson ideal for multi-generational adventure.