Norwegian Discovery: Svalbard and the Northern Fjords
11 nights
National Geographic Endurance
14 May '27Cruise overview
From the remarkable wilderness of the high Arctic to the fabled fjords of Norway, explore two distinct but intertwined regions. Spend several days amid the ice floes and islands of Svalbard, and keep a lookout for the wildlife that calls this region home, including polar bears, walruses, seals and myriad seabirds. Kayak, Zodiac cruise, and go ashore to hike. Then head south to the indented coastline of Norway, where nature flourishes.
Itinerary
Oslo
Arrive in Oslo and transfer to your centrally located hotel. Spend the day exploring this vibrant city at your own pace. Check in with the hospitality desk this afternoon to make final arrangements before your charter flight the following day.
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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Oslo
Svalbard Archipelago
Svalbard Archipelago
Svalbard Archipelago
Svalbard Archipelago
Svalbard Archipelago
Svalbard Archipelago
Bjørkøya Island
Senja Island
Senja Island
Tromsø
Category 1 - Fore Deck
#404, 406, 408, 411, 413, 415 — Cabin with two large windows, two singles that can convert to a queen, writing desk and chair, two bedside tables, window sofa, coffee table, and a closet.
Amenities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Ship features
National Geographic Endurance offers a perfect blend of scientific discovery, refined comfort and cutting-edge expedition technology.
- X-Bow® design for smoother polar sailing
- PC5 ice-class hull for year-round Arctic and Antarctic travel
- Light-filled interiors with panoramic lounges
- All-suite accommodation with floor-to-ceiling windows
- Multiple dining venues with regional cuisine
- Science hub and onboard research labs
- Expedition tools: Zodiacs, kayaks, skis and undersea cameras
- Wellness spaces with yoga studio, hot tubs and saunas
- Expert team of naturalists, scientists and Nat Geo photographers