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Circumnavigating Spitsbergen

10 nights Jul 11, 2026

The Circumnavigating Spitsbergen is a 10-night Polar Regions cruise aboard MS Fram, operated by HX Expeditions. Departing Longyearbyen on July 11, 2026, the voyage visits 6 ports.

Itinerary

Longyearbyen
Day 1 Jul 11, 2026 Longyearbyen The Svalbard islands form the most remote province of northern Europe. Arriving in Longyearbyen on an MSC cruise therefore means reaching the northernmost municipality in the world. Small but vital, the town offers interesting collections of old maps and books on the Svalbard in the town gallery, as well as slides by photographer - composer Thomas Widerberg and a display of paintings by Kåre Tveter. Longyearbyen was founded for extraction purposes due to the abundance of coal, so one often comes across abandonedcoal mines. The pylons that support the funicular are also vestiges and part of the local culture that still highlight the local coal extraction methods. The Svalbard museum offers insight into this activity, as well as hosting examples of local flora and fauna and illustrating the hunting methods used in the islands, where man had to compete with polar bears, the king of these lands and still present in the wild (all excursions in the wild are tackled following the local safety indications). A curious feature of this remote locality is the Svalbard Global Seed Vault, an underground, anti-nuclear vault where all known and classified seeds are preserved. In Longyearbyen there are plenty of places where you can enjoy a relaxing beverage, but if you’re looking for something unique we advise you eat in one of the hunting lodges. You will only have the embarrassment of the choice of possible excursions. You can go looking for marine birds, wander about the fjords on a kayak looking for seals, or even take a ride on a dog sleigh, either on the snow or on wheels. Some routes instead lead you to the peak of Mount Sarkofagen, from where you can enjoy a staggering view of Longyearbyen and its fjord. Go to Longyearbyen Cruises visiting Longyearbyen

Round-trip from Longyearbyen · approximate route · 2 stops without map data

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 45-day span: $12,474 · range $12,474–$12,745

Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

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Price history

30 days
All cabin grades (12) Detailed cabin specs available at booking.
Name Supplier code Type
Polar Inside cabin I2 Inside
Polar Inside I4 Inside
Arctic Superior Outside cabin F2 Oceanview
Polar Outside F4 Oceanview
Polar Outside cabin FJ Oceanview
Polar Outside cabin N2 Oceanview
Polar Outside N4 Oceanview
Polar Wheelchair-accessible outside cabin SD Oceanview
Arctic Superior Outside cabin U2 Oceanview
Expedition Grand Suite with balcony MG Suite
Expedition Mini suite Q2 Suite
Expedition Mini suite Q4 Suite

Ship

MS Fram
Your ship MS Fram 4★ 11,647 GT 318 guests Built 2020 MS Fram was purpose-built as an expedition vessel with a superior ice class, chart drawing tools, a ship depth-sounding database, extractable forward sounding sonar, iceberg search lights, an autonomous tracking system, an oversized oil retention system for self-sufficiency, and a full ‘expedition tools deck’ equivalent to a car-deck that holds 25 vehicles. We believe that as an explorer, you need an ‘expedition base camp’ that is comfortable. It should combine ‘all oceans capabilities’ with safety, flexibility, and environmental friendliness. That’s MS Fram. She’s simply the best expedition ship imaginable. This ship has passed stringent tests and is accredited by Bureau Veritas (BV), the leading independent certification body. BV’s strict and thorough safety audit ensures that every ship complies with industry and international best practices in health, safety and hygiene. Feel confident when you see the SafeGuard label, as this means your vessel met the highest standards to achieve certification. SafeGuard also entails following best practice guidelines with regard to hygiene, sanitation and limiting the spread of infectious diseases on board. Fram means ‘forward’ — lifting our expectations of the cruise ahead. MS Fram was built in 2007 with one mission in mind: to bring her guests closer to nature, wildlife, and unforgettable experiences. The spacious outside decks include access to the very front of the ship, which is perfect for observing marine wildlife. Go to MS Fram Cruises on MS Fram
Deck plan for Deck 2

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