Circumnavigating Spitsbergen

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

Length: 10 nights
Departs: Jul 11, 2026
Returns: Jul 21, 2026
Ports of call: 6
Days at sea: 1

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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. Longyearbyen port guide Search cruises visiting Longyearbyen

Day 3 Jul 13, 2026 Ny Alesund Ny-Ålesund is a small town in Oscar II Land on the island of Spitsbergen in Svalbard, Norway. It is situated on the Brøgger peninsula and on the shore of the bay of Kongsfjorden. The company town is owned and operated by Kings Bay, which provides facilities for permanent research institutes from ten countries. Ny Alesund port guide Search cruises visiting Ny Alesund

Ny Alesund photo — Day 3 Jul 13, 2026 Ny Alesund Ny-Ålesund is a small town in Oscar II Land on the island of Spitsbergen in Svalbard, Norway. It is situated on the Brøgger peninsula and on the shore of the bay of Kongsfjorden. The company town is owned and operated by Kings Bay, which provides facilities for permanent research institutes from ten countries. Ny Alesund port guide Search cruises visiting Ny Alesund

Day 7 Jul 17, 2026 Spitsbergen Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago between mainland Norway and the North Pole. One of the world’s northernmost inhabited areas, it's known for its rugged, remote terrain of glaciers and frozen tundra sheltering polar bears, Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes. The Northern Lights are visible during winter, and summer brings the “midnight sun”—sunlight 24 hours a day. Spitsbergen port guide Search cruises visiting Spitsbergen

Spitsbergen photo — Day 7 Jul 17, 2026 Spitsbergen Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago between mainland Norway and the North Pole. One of the world’s northernmost inhabited areas, it's known for its rugged, remote terrain of glaciers and frozen tundra sheltering polar bears, Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes. The Northern Lights are visible during winter, and summer brings the “midnight sun”—sunlight 24 hours a day. Spitsbergen port guide Search cruises visiting Spitsbergen

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 8-day span: $12,474 · range $12,474–$12,745

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Cabin grades

Oceanview

Lowest Oceanview F2 Arctic Superior Outside cabin U2 Arctic Superior Outside cabin

Suite

Lowest Suite MG Expedition Grand Suite with balcony

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Cabin grades and pricing
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

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. MS Fram ship guide Search cruises on MS Fram

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