Duration
14 Nights
Journey Type
Cruise only (Please call for flight options)
Ports
12 Ports
23 June
Setting sail from Longyearbyen
This is the world's northernmost city and the base for tourism in Svalbard. A bit quirky, as you would expect from somewhere that spends four months of the year in near darkness, Longyearbyen doesn't take long to explore. Its brightly coloured wooden houses are built on stilts, as the ground in Svalbard is permafrost. When you enter a building, you are normally asked to remove your shoes, and leave your gun at the door. Gun carrying is more or less essential for the locals, as with 3,000 local hungry polar bears, it is said that you never know when you might need protection. That said, we visited safely without a gun!
Our tip
Don’t die here – it’s illegal. There have been no new burials for over 70 years, because the permafrost prevents bodies from decomposing.
24-25 June
Svalbard and Jan Mayen: Hornsund
26 June
Svalbard and Jan Mayen: Jan Mayen
The island of Jan Mayen sits several hundred miles north of Iceland, a remote and inaccessible place where tourist numbers are strictly limited. Towering Mount Beerenburg is the world’s northernmost active volcano, and there is no human settlement except for a very lonely Norwegian weather station.
27 June
At sea
28-29 June
Greenland: Ittoqqortoormiit
The east coast settlement of Ittoqqortoormiit is one of the most remote in Greenland, a collection of brightly coloured wooden buildings that is home to around 450 people. The town is situated between the Northeast Greenland National Park and the dramatic Scoresbysund, the world’s longest fjord system.
30 June
Greenland: Blosseville Coast
1-2 July
Greenland: Tasiilaq
Tasiilaq is the largest town on Greenland’s sparsely populated east coast, and is home to around 2,000 hardy souls. Walking around town you’ll see dog sleds and kayaks made from animal hides, while the surrounding landscape is home to glaciers, caves and wildlife including seals and dolphins.
3 July
Greenland: Prince Christian Sound
The spectacular Prince Christian Sound provides a protected passage for ships rounding the southern tip of Greenland, at times narrowing to just 1,500 feet across. Waterfalls cascade down the rugged mountain sides, and you can often spot whales and seals amongst the icebergs.
3 July
Greenland: Aappilattoq
The tiny village of Aappilattoq enjoys a spectacular setting on Prince Christian Sound in southern Greenland, its colourful houses arranged at the foot of a steep mountain. This isolated community is home to around 120 people, who make their living by hunting or fishing.
4 July
Greenland: Igaliku
The sheep farming settlement of Igaliku is home to fewer than 30 permanent residents, in a picturesque spot surrounded by mountains in the south of Greenland. The village is notable for its Norse ruins and sandstone architecture, quite different to the wooden houses you see elsewhere in Greenland.
4 July
Greenland: Narsaq
The famous Norse explorer Erik the Red chose the area around Narsaq to establish his first settlements in Greenland, and you can still see Norse ruins dating back over 1,000 years. You can learn more at the town’s museum, which also includes exhibits on kayaks and traditional clothing.
5 July
At sea
6 July
Greenland: Evighedsfjorden Fjord
7 July
Arriving in Kangerlussuaq
Founded in 1941 as a US Air Force base, Kangerlussuaq is home to Greenland's main airport and a place that most visitors to the country will pass through at some point. The town also offers easy access to the magnificent Greenland Ice Cap, and the surrounding countryside is a great place to see the Northern Lights.
Your home from home
Sleek and stylish, Le Boréal, Le Soléal, L'Austral and Le Lyrial are wonderful small ships that blend luxury and intimacy with a discreet elegance and tasteful décor.
What we love
These chic sisters are amongst the most stylish ships at sea, with muted natural tones, minimalist interiors and playful splashes of colour. The accommodation is flexible, with the option to combine staterooms and create expansive suites, while the restaurants deliver the sort of outstanding gastronomic experience that you would expect from a French flag cruise line.
Capacity | 264 Guests (Le Boréal, Le Soléal & L'Austral) / 244 Guests (Le Lyrial) |
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Crew | 140 Staff |
Style | Refined with a wonderful mix of a modern super yacht and nautical tradition, all with a French flair. |
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Tailor-make your trip
Where to stay in Longyearbyen
There’s really not much choice! Go for the Radisson Blu.
Explore Spitsbergen
Travel out of Longyearbyen by snow scooter or dog sled to take a look at the amazing scenery and hunt for wildlife.