Solar Eclipse Expedition 2026 – Greenland, Iceland and Svalbard
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HX Explorers Sale - Returning guests will receive an extra 10% off + new guests will receive £400 Onboard Credit + Up to 30% off on over 200 all-inclusive expeditions to Antarctica, Galápagos, Alaska, Greenland and further destinations. First-time guests enjoy additional benefits: £200pp to spend on board (all destinations except Norway and Galápagos) or an additional £200pp off (Norway and Galápagos). Book by 10 March
16 nights
MS Spitsbergen
3 Aug '26Cruise overview
Solar Eclipse Expedition 2026 – Greenland, Iceland and Svalbard
Itinerary
Longyearbyen
Get ready for your Arctic solar eclipse voyage
After a flight from Oslo, your adventure begins with two overnights in the world’s northernmost town, Longyearbyen.
A colourful frontier settlement where people are outnumbered by snowmobiles, Longyearbyen is a unique place on the edge of the Arctic wilderness. If you have time, head out to get a first look at this special town before enjoying a relaxing evening at your leisure.
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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Longyearbyen
Longyearbyen
At sea
At sea
Waltershausen Glacier
Blomster Bugt
Ella Island
Bear Islands, Scoresby Sound
Scoresby Sund, Greenland
Raudfjorden, Spitsbergen
Scoresby Sund, Greenland
At sea
At sea
Ittoqqortoormiit (ex Scoresbysund)
At sea
Reykjavík
Expedition Suite | Owners Suite
Spacious suites with lounge area and, in some cases, private balcony.
Amenities
- Double
- Lounge Area
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- TV
- Coffee Machine
- Hair Dryer
- Room Service Available
- Safe
- Telephone
- Desk
Ship features
A purpose-built expedition vessel offering modern comfort and authentic exploration in the world’s northernmost regions.
- Ice-strengthened hull designed for Arctic sailing
- Carries just 335 guests for an intimate experience
- Expedition-focused voyages in Norway, Iceland and Greenland
- Modern Nordic interiors with warm, natural tones
- Panoramic Explorer Lounge and viewing decks
- Two restaurants serving fresh, locally inspired cuisine
- Outdoor Jacuzzi and fitness centre
- Science and lecture programme led by the Expedition Team
- Sustainability-driven technology and operations
- Personalised, relaxed atmosphere with exceptional service
