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2026 All-Inclusive Solar Eclipse Expedition

From £12,999pp

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Expedition Landings & Daily Activities Included*

Exclusive Savings of up to £7,000*

All-inclusive drinks, wi-fi & gratuities included*

4★ Hotel stays in Oslo, Longyearbyen & Reykjavik*


Cruise Overview

  • Duration 19 nights
  • Departs 02 Aug 2026
  • Sails from Oslo, Norway - Longyearbyen, Svalbard
  • Ship MS Spitsbergen
  • Flights and transfersYes
  • Cruise code ‍2184661
  • Voyage code ‍LYR-REK-0-SBGRE2608

Your Itinerary

Fly from London to Oslo, Norway

Fly from London to Oslo, Norway Sun 02 Aug 2026

Fly from London to Oslo, Norway

regional and premium class flights may be available on request

Oslo, Norway

Overnight 4★ hotel stay in Oslo, Norway Sun 02 Aug 2026

Oslo, Norway

Upon arrival, transfer to a 4★ hotel for your overnight stay, including breakfast

A panoramic view of Longyearbyen

Oslo, Norway - Longyearbyen, Svalbard Mon 03 Aug 2026

A panoramic view of Longyearbyen

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Longyearbyen.

Upon arrival, transfer to a 4* hotel for your your two night stay including breakfast (B)

Longyearbyen, Svalbard

Longyearbyen, Svalbard Tue 04 Aug 2026

Longyearbyen, Svalbard

Get out on the water with an included nature tour aboard the hybrid electric catamaran, MS Bard. The engine and propellers are designed to be as quiet as possible, meaning you won’t disturb the nature and wildlife by our presence (B)

Longyearbyen, Svalbard Wed 05 Aug 2026

Join an included excursion and get another look at the amazing polar bear–inspired region at the top of the world.

Later, transfer to the port and embark MS Midnatsol for your 14 night voyage (B)

MS Spitsbergen, Hurtigruten

At sea Thu 06 Aug 2026

MS Spitsbergen, Hurtigruten

Your Expedition Team will give talks about your upcoming adventure and will explain the protocols of respectfully visiting wildlife habitats and Indigenous Arctic communities. Enjoy talks on astronomy and the upcoming solar eclipse over Greenland, which will occur a week into your adventure

MS Spitsbergen, Hurtigruten

Greenland Cruising Sat 08 Aug 2026

MS Spitsbergen, Hurtigruten

You’ll spend the next 10 days exploring Greenland’s remote and pristine east coast, a haven for ice-dependent wildlife, including the polar bear. The plan is to first sail to Northeast Greenland National Park – the largest in the world, a rare privilege as only a few visitors are permitted here each year. As one of the quietest places on Earth, you’ll enjoy a feeling of great peace as you explore the wilderness.

Solar Eclipse

Greenland Cruising ★Solar Eclipse★ Wed 12 Aug 2026

Solar Eclipse

Sail to Scoresby Sund, the world’s largest fjord system. Its during your time here that the 2026 Solar Eclipse will occur. HX will aim to be in the perfect position to witness it within the fjord system, and you’ll be able to see the surrounding landscape and sea fall into and then re-emerge from darkness.

MS Spitsbergen, Hurtigruten

Greenland Cruising Thu 13 Aug 2026

MS Spitsbergen, Hurtigruten

Explore Greenland’s remote and pristine east coast, a haven for ice-dependent wildlife, including the polar bear.  As one of the quietest places on Earth, you’ll enjoy a feeling of great peace as you explore the wilderness.

During your time in Scoresby Sund, you’ll encounter white and blue icebergs floating in mirror-like waters surrounded by looming mountains. If conditions permit, you’ll visit Ittoqqortoormiit, the most remote inhabited community in the Western Hemisphere.

Each day, the Captain and Expedition Team will guide to most favourable spots, for small boat cruises, nature walks, kayaking adventures and wildlife sightings

MS Spitsbergen, Hurtigruten

Cruising the Denmark Strait Tue 18 Aug 2026

MS Spitsbergen, Hurtigruten

Spend the day at sea recapping your experiences with new friends, studying nature in the Science Centre, listening to a lecture or two, or just relaxing on deck. Look out for the seabirds that follow our ship and keep an eye out for whales

Disembark the ship

Disembark the ship Wed 19 Aug 2026

Disembark the ship
Reykjavik, Iceland

Two night 4★ hotel stay in Reykjavik, Iceland Wed 19 Aug 2026

Reykjavik, Iceland

Transfer to a 4★ hotel for your two night stay

Reykjavik, Iceland

Reykjavik, Iceland Thu 20 Aug 2026

Reykjavik, Iceland

Spend today exploring at your leisure

Fly from Reykjavik, Iceland to London Fri 21 Aug 2026

Transfer to the airport for your return flight to London

(regional and premium class flights may be available on request)

What's included *

  • Exclusive Savings of up to £7,000
  • Be one of very few people to witness an incredible celestial event when a total solar eclipse occurs over East Greenland on August 12, 2026
  • OVERNIGHT 4★ hotel stay in Oslo, Norway
  • TWO night 4★ pre-cruise hotel stay in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, including breakfast
  • 14 NIGHT all-inclusive voyage on board MS Spitsbergen, including:
  • All-inclusive drinks throughout your expedition voyage for all bookings
  • Book a Suite (ME) or above and dine in the à la carte Lindstrom for FREE
  • Wi-Fi and Gratuities INCLUDED for all bookings
  • FREE Polar Expedition jacket and water bottle OR backpack OR other HX kit
  • A rich programme of activities including exploration and lectures
  • Escorted landings with small expedition boats
  • An international handpicked team of highly educated experts of various academic fields with profound knowledge of the regions they sail in
  • Professional photos from your trip taken by the on board photographer
  • TWO night 4★ post-cruise hotel stay in Reykjavik, Iceland, including breakfast
  • Return flights from London (regional and premium class flights may be available on request) and all overseas transfers
  • Plus, book an Ocean View or above by 8pm 31st October 2024 and receive a FREE John Lewis gift card worth up to £75

2026 All-Inclusive Solar Eclipse Expedition

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Superior Inside Cabin

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Spacious inside cabin for four travellers, with one double bed and TV. 15 - 20 m2 No window Bathroom TV Mixed beds

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Polar Inside Cabin

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Inside cabin with double bed and TV for up to two people. 9 - 14 m2 No window Bathroom TV Double bed

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Arctic Superior

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Outside Arctic Superior cabin with double bed, TV and kettle. Window view is party obstructed. 14 - 15 m2 Limited view Bathroom TV Double bed

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Polar Outside

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These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people on the middle deck have separate upper/lower beds. One of the lower beds converts into a sofa. 7 - 13 m2 Window Bathroom

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Arctic Superior

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Double bed, kettle, TV, limited/no view, adapted for guests with disabilities

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Expedition Mini Suite

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This mini suite for up to three people on lower deck have a double bed with an extra sofabed, window, TV, and bathroom with shower/WC.

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Expedition Owner's Suite

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Two rooms with doubel bed, seating area, TV, mini-bar, kettle, stereo, shower, private balcony or bay window

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Expedition Grand Suite

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One room, seating area and double bed, TV, mini-bar, kettle, private balcony

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The Ship - MS Spitsbergen

  • Occupancy335
  • Tonnage7,344 tons
  • Length331 ft (100.89 m)
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MS Spitsbergen, named after the biggest island in the Svalbard archipelago, is the crown jewel of Arctic Norway. Cruising along the Norwegian coast from September to May, MS Spitsbergen is part of Hurtigruten Expeditions' global explorer sailings during the rest of the year.

What’s onboard: Expedition Launch, Explorer Lounge & Bar, Gym, Hot Tubs, Medical Center, Observation Deck, Reception, Restaurant Aune, Sauna, Science Center, Shop and much, much more.

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HX Hurtigruten Expeditions FAQs

Do Hurtigruten offer a Flexible Cancellation Policy?

Hurtigruten Expeditions requires proof of full vaccination for COVID-19. This policy applies to all Hurtigruten Expeditions sailings with a departure date in 2022.   For all Hurtigruten Expedition Cruises in 2022, we require all guests, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a WHO-approved vaccine. You are considered fully vaccinated 14 days after receiving the final dose of a WHO authorized vaccine. All guests who were fully vaccinated more than 270 days ago must present proof of a booster shot. For guests aged 5 - 11, they must either have at least one vaccine or proof of recovery of COVID-19 in 2022. Types of proof accepted included a green pass, certificate, a doctor's note, or a positive test result with the name and date

Please note COVID entry requirements differ on Hurtigruten Coastal voyages.  


Do I need a COVID-19 vaccine to travel aboard a Hurtigruten ship?

Hurtigruten Expeditions requires proof of full vaccination for COVID-19. This policy applies to all Hurtigruten Expeditions sailings with a departure date in 2022.   For all Hurtigruten Expedition Cruises in 2022, Hurtigruten Expeditions require all guests (including children under the age of 18), to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a WHO-approved vaccine.  You are considered fully vaccinated 14 days after receiving the final dose of a WHO authorized vaccine. All guests who were fully vaccinated more than 270 days ago must present proof of a booster shot. 

Please note COVID entry requirements differ on Hurtigruten Coastal voyages.  


When can I book shore excursions?

Please note: Pre-booked excursions on Expedition sailings is temporarily unavailable due to COVID regulations. 


Last Updated: 01/07/2022

HX Hurtigruten Expeditions and Reader Offers Limited Package Holiday booking conditions apply. Fares are per person based on two adults sharing, except single cabins, may increase or be withdrawn at any time. Offers apply to new bookings only. Ports may require a tender. Regional and premium class flights may be available on request and will incur supplementary costs and may require an additional overnight stay and may be indirect. If the named hotel is unavailable a suitable alternative will be provided. Star ratings are ROL Cruise classified. WIFI is subject to the cruise lines T&Cs and cannot be guaranteed. Savings are based on two adults sharing. Tours may not be suitable for guests with mobility restrictions Tours are subject to change and an additional charge may apply. Expedition activities are optional and pre-bookable excursions are at a supplement and must be booked at least 28 days prior to departure. Excursions are subject to change. Additional excursions must be booked at least 28 days prior to departure. Please note - Weather, sea & ice conditions have a great influence on the programme and schedule. Safety is always the priority and the ship’s captain will decide on the final sailing schedule during the voyage, therefore the itinerary is subject to change. Flights may be based on indirect services and are currently out of date range. Flights are subject to schedule changes and may be based on indirect services with flights arriving same day or overnight. Flights will be confirmed closer to departure which may affect your overall holiday duration and an additional overnight hotel stay may be required. Drinks are only with meals on board and are subject to the cruise lines t&c’s. All-inclusive drinks excludes premium drinks and spirits and is subject to the cruise line's T&C's. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. Cruise Miles T&Cs apply. E&OE.

Please note - Solar Eclipse sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Please note: This sailing is on a pricing curve and has dynamic pricing so fares can change at any time.

*Please be advised that the pricing advertised may have changed - Please call your cruise specialist for the latest pricing and deals*

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