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Arctic / Swan Hellenic

Arctic Odyssey from Svalbard to Iceland

An expedition on the Longyearbyen to Reykjavik route, with a flexible daily program shaped by wildlife, ice, weather, and local access.

LuxuryArcticJuly 2026
Longyearbyen to Reykjavik
13 nights
SH Vega
V2126072713

Planned itinerary

A day-by-day view of the expedition.

Polar itineraries are intentionally flexible. The captain and expedition leader may change landing sites or sequencing for ice, weather, wildlife, safety, and local permissions.

Day 1

Longyearbyen

Embark in the world's northernmost permanent town.

Days 2-4

Svalbard

Explore fjords, tundra, glaciers, and wildlife habitat by Zodiac and on foot when conditions permit.

Day 5

Norwegian Sea

A flexible sea day with wildlife watching, expert talks, photography guidance, and time in the ship's observation spaces.

Day 6

Jan Mayen

Approach the remote volcanic island dominated by Beerenberg and important seabird habitat.

Days 7-9

East Greenland

Navigate Kong Oscar Fjord and Scoresby Sund among towering cliffs, glaciers, and drifting ice.

Days 10-12

Ittoqqortoormiit and Denmark Strait

Visit one of Greenland's most isolated communities before sailing toward Iceland.

Day 13

Westfjords

Discover Icelandic scenery and birdlife around Isafjordur and Vigur Island.

Day 14

Reykjavik

Arrive in Iceland's capital and disembark.

SH Vega expedition ship

Your expedition ship

SH Vega

A small Polar Class 5 expedition ship designed for close-to-the-action voyages, pairing a 152-guest capacity with contemporary cabins and broad indoor and outdoor viewing areas.

152 guests117 crewPolar Class 59 decks / 76 staterooms113.5 m long / 24.3 m wide
Explore the ship and cabins
SH Vega Oceanview stateroom
20 m2

Oceanview

Flexible twin or double beds, sitting area, fireplace feature, and private bathroom.

SH Vega Balcony stateroom
25 m2

Balcony

A 5 m2 private balcony, flexible bedding, sitting area, and private bathroom.

SH Vega Suite stateroom
40 m2

Suite

A private balcony, king bed, separate living room, bathtub, and walk-in shower.

SH Vega Premium Suite stateroom
47 m2

Premium Suite

The most spacious category, with a larger balcony, separate lounge, and walk-in wardrobe.

What's included

  • Selected stateroom and all meals onboard
  • Hot and cold drinks, beer, wine, and spirits throughout the cruise
  • 24-hour room service
  • Lectures and briefings from the expedition team and guest speakers
  • One selected shore excursion per port and all expedition landings
  • Entry-level Wi-Fi, with upgraded packages available
  • Use of the gym, sauna, pool, and self-service laundry
  • Waterproof backpack and refillable bottle to keep
  • Polar parka to keep and loan of rubber boots in polar regions
  • Onboard gratuities and port taxes

Not included

  • International or domestic travel to and from the embarkation ports unless stated in a quoted package
  • Passport, visa, vaccination, and entry requirements
  • Travel insurance and emergency medical or evacuation cover
  • Optional kayaking, private excursions, spa treatments, and other paid activities
  • Upgraded Wi-Fi, boutique purchases, and personal expenses
  • Hotels, transfers, and charter flights unless specifically listed in the final quote

Live cabin check

Confirm the cabin, fare, and package details.

Your advisor will verify availability, solo supplements, deposit terms, and any included hotel, transfer, or charter-flight arrangements.

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