Svalbard Odyssey

11 nights Jul 23, 2026

The Svalbard Odyssey is a 11-night Polar Regions cruise aboard Douglas Mawson, operated by Aurora Expeditions. Departing Oslo on July 23, 2026, the voyage visits 2 ports. Fares start from $17,905 per person.

Itinerary

Oslo photo — Day 1 Jul 23, 2026 Oslo Norway's capital lies at the head of the majestic Oslofjord, encircled by wooded hills and snowcapped peaks. Dating back to the mid-11th century, it was at one time renamed Christiania while under Danish and Swedish rule. An act of Parliament finally changed the name back to Oslo in 1925. With barely half a million inhabitants, Oslo is the smallest among the Scandinavian capitals. Yet it has much to offer - most notably its spectacular scenic beauty, as well as many of the nation's finest cultural achievements. Arriving by ship, your first sight is the imposing Akershus Fortress towering above the docks. With the city center only a few blocks from the pier, you can easily spot the handsome modern City Hall with its two block towers. Dedicated in 1950 to commemorate Oslo's 900-year anniversary, it is the city's most familiar landmark. Many of Norway's leading artists contributed to the decoration of the interior and as a result Socialist modernism in its purest form can be seen here. More extraordinary art works can be admired at Frogner Park, site of the famous Vigeland sculptures depicting a world of human beings and animals in stone. Fine examples of Scandinavian impressionists, referred to as the "Northern Light" artists, are exhibited in the National Gallery. The Munch Museum houses an enormous collection of art bequeathed to the city by Norway's leading artist Edvard Munch. Most of Oslo's historic sites are concentrated on the Bygdoe Peninsula; the Norwegian Folkmuseum, the Viking Ship Museum, the Fram, and the Kon-Tiki Museums are outstanding. Go to Oslo Cruises visiting Oslo

Day 2 Jul 24, 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

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 71-day span: $16,910 · range $16,910–$17,905

Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

Inside

Not available

Oceanview

from $17,905

$1,627 / night

Fare rows

Aurora Stateroom Triple

Cabin grade

Available

from $17,905

$1,627 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Aurora Stateroom Twin

Cabin grade

Available

from $18,445

$1,676 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony

from $19,975

$1,815 / night

Fare rows

Balcony Stateroom Category C

Cabin grade

Available

from $19,975

$1,815 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony Stateroom Category B

Cabin grade

Available

from $21,055

$1,914 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony Stateroom Category C Single

Cabin grade

Available

from $22,195

$2,017 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony Stateroom Category A

Cabin grade

Available

from $22,585

$2,053 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony Stateroom Category B Single

Cabin grade

Available

from $23,395

$2,126 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony Stateroom Category A Single

Cabin grade

Available

from $25,095

$2,281 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Suite

from $24,745

$2,249 / night

Fare rows

Balcony Stateroom Superior

Cabin grade

Available

from $24,745

$2,249 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Junior Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $31,045

$2,822 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Captain Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $36,805

$3,345 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Prices verified Jun 18, 2026

Prices come from third-party data feeds via Aurora Expeditions and may differ from the cruise line's current fare. Confirm the final price before booking. How our pricing works

Show all 40 cabin grades

Name	Supplier code	Type
Balcony Stateroom Category A Single	BA1D	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Category A Single	BA1G	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Category A Single	BA1S	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Category B Single	BB1G	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Category B Single	BB1S	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Category C Single	BC1G	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Category C Single	BC1S	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Category A	BSAD	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Category A	BSAG	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Category A	BSAS	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Category B	BSBD	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Category B	BSBG	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Category B	BSBS	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Category C	BSCD	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Category C	BSCG	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Category C	BSCS	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Superior	SBSD	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom Superior	SBSS	Balcony
Aurora Stateroom Single	AS1D	Oceanview
Aurora Stateroom Twin	AS2D	Oceanview
Aurora Stateroom Twin	AS2G	Oceanview
Aurora Stateroom Twin	AS2S	Oceanview
Aurora Stateroom Triple	AS3D	Oceanview
Aurora Stateroom Triple	AS3G	Oceanview
Aurora Stateroom Triple	AS3S	Oceanview
ETeam Single	E1D	Oceanview
ETeam Single	E1G	Oceanview
E Team Share	E2D	Oceanview
Twin Share	E2G	Oceanview
ETeam Twin Share	E2S	Oceanview
Aurora Stateroom Superior Single	SA1D	Oceanview
Aurora Stateroom Superior	SASD	Oceanview
Captain’s Suite	CSD	Suite
Captain Suite	CSG	Suite
Captain Suite	CSS	Suite
Junior Suite	JSD	Suite
Junior Suite	JSG	Suite
Junior Suite	JSS	Suite
Aurora Stateroom Superior	SASS	Suite
Balcony Stateroom Superior	SBSG	Suite