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Ultimate Northern Lights Expedition in 2026

11 Day Fly, Stay & Expedition Cruise Holiday with $5000 Bonus Value Including City Stay, Exclusive Package Savings & More

  • Low Deposit $999*pp
  • $5000 Bonus Value
  • Sail | February 2026

Book By 30 April 2025

Set Sail on 28 February 2026

Product Code: MC-34689

Ultimate Northern Lights Expedition in 2026

11 Day Fly, Stay & Expedition Cruise Holiday with $5000 Bonus Value Including City Stay, Exclusive Package Savings & More

  • Low Deposit $999*pp
  • $5000 Bonus Value
  • Sail | February 2026

Package Inclusions Open All

Economy flights to Helsinki returning from Tromso

BONUS 2 Night hotel stay to explore the city of Helsinki at your leisure

One way flight from Helsinki to Tromso

Enjoy a 8 day Norway Expedition cruise from Tromso onboard MS Spitsbergen in a Polar Inside

Flavourful onboard dining across a range of complimentary venues, with exciting menus influenced by the destinations visited on your voyage
All inclusive beverage & wifi package
Onboard prepaid gratuities
BONUS water bottle to refill on board and take home
BONUS polar expedition jacket, a backpack, or another piece of HX kit

Leave nothing but footprints and take nothing but pictures as you journey ashore for escorted landings onboard small expedition boats (zodiacs) sailing towards Lofoten and be at awe surrounded by the dramatically steep mountains, windswept islands, sheltered bays, and some of the most beautiful fjords in the world.

The scenic Lyngen area is a landscape of jagged, snowy mountains, and a magnet for winter activities. spend the day going on a nature landing, with hikes, snowshoe walks and kayaking.

Visit a local community in Senja and experience some warm Scandinavian hospitality. We’ll learn about the Sámi culture, and about life in remote villages during the winter months.

Embark on a fishing trip from Svolvær, or relax in a traditional Nordic sauna before taking a thrilling polar plunge

Vesterålen awaits us with its beautiful snow-covered landscapes, ideal for expedition activities such as snowshoe hiking, small boat cruising and kayaking.

Spend an evening at the Hurtigruten Museum, where you’ll enjoy an exclusive opening and be served dinner in this very special heritage setting.

Enrich your expedition experience with in-depth lectures and discussions delivered by experts on your Expedition Team

Full use of The Science Center onboard your ship, complete with an extensive library and advanced biological and geological equipment

Enjoy informal gatherings onboard with your Expedition Team, including daily recaps and preparation for your next adventure

Capture once in a lifetime moments and lifelong memories with the help of the experienced expeditions photographers ashore

Use of onboard sauna, hot tubs, pool, fitness room, lounges and more

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Helsinki, Finland

Welcome to Helsinki, the pearl of the Baltic. Beloved for its art and music scene, this picturesque city has plenty to offer. Be sure to check out the National Museum of Finland, admire the neoclassical Helsinki Cathedral and take the time to relax in a traditional sauna. Enjoy a 2-night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Tromso, Norway

Take a one way flight from Helsinki to Tromso and embark your 8 day Norway Expedition cruise from Tromso onboard MS Spitsbergen today.

 
Lyngen Fjord and Alps, Norway

The scenic Lyngen area of Norway is a dramatic landscape of jagged, snowy mountains, making it a magnet for winter activities. During your nature landing, you will enjoy activities like hiking, snowshoe walks and, if conditions allow, kayaking. After an active day, gather around a bonfire on the beach for some hot drinks and Norwegian food. If you’re lucky, the Northern Lights may just put on a display.  

 
Senja, Norway

Flaunting rugged mountains, sandy beaches, dark forests and idyllic fishing villages, Senja is sometimes called Norway-in-miniature. Here, visit a local community to learn about the Sami culture and what life is like in remote villages during the winter months. Free-roaming deer are known to wander around the island, so keep your eye out.

 
Scenic Cruising - Stokmarknes Expedition Excursions, Norway

Approaching the dramatically steep mountains of Lofoten by ship is an experience you’re unlikely to forget. As you sail towards this picturesque group of islands, the Expedition Team will seek out the best place for a nature landing, perhaps at a snow-covered beach.

 
Lofoten (Svolvaer), Norway

In winter, the famous Lofoten Islands transform into a snow-covered wonderland. Opt to embark on a fishing trip from the main town of Svolvær, or relax in a traditional Nordic sauna before taking a thrilling polar plunge! 

 
Lofoten - Vesteralen, Norway

With its beautiful snow-covered landscapes, VesterÃ¥len is ideal for expedition activities like snowshoe hiking, small boat cruising and kayaking. In the evening, enjoy a bespoke experience at the Hurtigruten Museum, where you’ll enjoy an exclusive opening and special dinner. 

 
Scenic Cruising - Expediton Excursions, Norway

Cruising through deep fjords enroute to Tromso, expect views of a new island or mountain at every turn. Along the way, there will be plenty of chances to scout out landing sites in small expedition boats or to enjoy nature walks and other activities. 

 
Tromso, Norway

Disembark MS Spitsbergen in Tromso today. The capital of the Arctic. Encompassed by extraordinary wilderness, Tromso is the ideal place to witness the incredible northern lights in winter and experience the midnight sun in the summer months. Ride the cable car to Mt Storsteinen for panoramic city views, admire the iceberg-shaped Arctic Cathedral and learn about local wildlife at the Polaria Arctic Experience Centre and Aquarium. Enjoy a 1-night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Tromso, Norway

Farewell Norway as you board your flight home, or ask us about our flexible flights and extend your stay.

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Important Info Open All

Price based on cruise sail date 28 February 2026

Price based on departing from Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Extra charges apply for:

  • Adelaide ($499pp)

Based on Polar Inside Stateroomview stateroom

Upgrade to Polar Outside Stateroom from $1399 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Arctic Superior Stateroom from $2399 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Expedition Mini Suite from $5599 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Expedition Grand Suite from $7599 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Expedition Owners Suite MX from $14999 per personview stateroom

Prices are per person twin share in AUD, and subject to availability and currency fluctuations.
Pricing is subject to change until reservation is confirmed. Please note – Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions are subject to change and availability.
Seasonal and/or flight routing surcharges may apply. Flights may not be direct or operate daily.  Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur.

Important – if your cruise holiday package is made up of consecutive back to back sailings, there is a chance that you may be allocated different cabin numbers on each voyage and may be required to change cabins throughout your journey.

Please note upgrade amounts advertised may be based on lead in obstructed view staterooms.

Please note – onboard benefits valued at has been converted into Australian Dollars from the onboard currency. Details of the onboard currency can be provided by your consultant at the time of enquiry.  Shore excursions and other items such as alcoholic beverages & laundry are an additional cost. Should onboard gratuities or hotel service charges not already be included in your package, these are mandatory and charged by the cruise line to your onboard account on a day by day basis.
Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice.

Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking.

Please note: Flight deviations requested by the traveller incur a fee of $150AUD per person plus any additional airfare and or tax charges.  These will be advised by our Cruise After Sales / Air Department at the time of selecting your flights

Please note that a majority of US based (including Hawaii) hotels impose a daily mandatory additional charge that is automatically added to your bill by the hotel. There are various inclusions provided for these resort fees. These fees are separate from, cannot be prepaid prior to arrival and are in addition to our advertised package.
Please note many European hotels charge a nominal daily City Tourist Tax which is utilised locally for tourism-related purposes and to improve the local infrastructure in the area. This tax is collected by the hotels directly from the customer and the amount can vary by region, hotel size or type. Local regulations state this must be collected by the hotel and cannot be prepaid.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have checked the Visa requirements for all countries visited on this itinerary.
China, Russia, India, Canada, and the USA require visas to be arranged prior to sailing for all Australian passport holders.
For Non-Australian passport holders please check with the appropriate embassy.

** Low Deposit Policy
A second deposit (part payment) will be required/date & amount will be supplied by the consultant at the time of booking.


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