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HANSEATIC nature

FROM LONGYEARBYEN TO REYKJAVIK

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik

Expedition Svalbard circumnavigation and north-east Greenland - meeting of Arctic phenomena

  • 30.07.26 to 15.08.26|16 days

  • HANSEATIC nature

  • NAT2617

  • Family

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik

30.07.2026 to 15.08.2026|16 days

from € 12.590

16 days Cruise incl. charter flight p.p.

What to expect

The highlights of this cruise

  • Flexible course to the superlatives of the north with the world’s largest fjords, bizarre glacier ice and high mountain flanks
  • Natural spectacles between awe and amazement
  • A pioneering feat for your traveller’s CV: the circumnavigation of Svalbard
  • North-east Greenland: in the longest fjord system in the world
  • Zodiac landings and hikes in vast isolation
  • With luck, you will spot musk oxen, Arctic foxes, reindeer and polar bears

 

Solar eclipse on 12 Aug 2026 in north-east Greenland: the HANSEATIC nature is in the range of 100 % coverage (subject to weather conditions, no guaranteed viewing)

  • At anchor

---- The ice conditions determine the course here (see map).

The itinerary depends on official approval, weather and ice conditions. The natural experiences and wildlife sightings described are possibilities on this expedition and are not guaranteed.

1 Approximately three months before departure, you will be informed from which German airport the charter flight will take off. Connecting flights and possible hotel accommodation subject to a surcharge.

Arrival and departure options

    • Sat, 15.08.2026

      Island tour, overnight stay with breakfast

      Optionally bookable

    • Sun, 16.08.2026

      Journey to Keflavik
      Scheduled flight from Keflavik to Germany

      Optionally bookable

Extend your trip

  • Our popular before and after programs include a wide range of excursions and are usually accompanied by experienced Hapag-Lloyd Cruises tour guides. Recommended for travelers who like to share their experiences with a group of like-minded people. Experience selected highlights of your holiday destination and enjoy the amenities of a group trip - we take care of transfers, excursions and overnight stays.

Voyage for Young Explorers

For 10- to 17-year-olds during the school holidays: young explorers on board.

Young people look at the world through different eyes: our crew and a renowned expert offer an exciting programme especially for 10- to 17-year-olds on this cruise, awakening young people’s curiosity and encouraging inquiring minds – and giving the entire family an experience they will never forget. Every day of holiday will turn into an adventure. 

Price special

Special offer for single travellers

The surcharge for single travellers on this cruise (Categories 1 – 8) is only 30 %.

Included Services

Expedition and information
  • All landings and rides in the ship’s own Zodiacs (Use of the Zodiacs depends on the destination and on official permits)
  • Experienced experts from various disciplines accompany every cruise, give presentations and multimedia lectures, provide well-informed answers to questions about the cruising area and take part in the Zodiac landings/rides and hikes from/to ship
  • Use of the interactive Ocean Academy with individual knowledge formats
  • Comprehensive information before the cruise – for example about the Arctic, Antarctic, the South Seas and the Amazon, as well as expedition maps
Cabin
  • In every cabin: champagne to welcome you, mini bar restocked daily with non-alcoholic beverages (additional selection in Grand Suites and Junior Suites), coffee machine (tea on request), 24-hour cabin service
  • Equipment for loan: one pair of binoculars and two sets of Nordic Walking poles in the cabin itself, furthermore warm parkas, rubber boots, snorkelling equipment
  • Flat-screen TV with information and entertainment programme, personal email account and Internet access via Wi-Fi (free of charge for one hour per guest and day, satellite-dependent especially in polar areas)
  • Information about harbours and destinations (where available) in the cabin
Restaurants
  • International gourmet cuisine – full board: breakfast (early-bird and late riser breakfast), bouillon, afternoon coffee/tea time, lunch and dinner (three restaurants to choose from in the evening with flexible opening hours)
All around carefree
  • German ship and expedition management as well as a mostly German-speaking service crew
  • Harbour and airport fees
  • Cancellation fee insurance (20% excess) in the fares PLATINUM and GOLD
Spa and fitness
  • Extensive sports programme: fitness area with ocean view, course programme, additional sports activities on shore depending on the destination (Personal training for an additional charge)
  • OCEAN SPA with Finnish sauna with an ocean view, steam sauna, indoor and outdoor relaxation area (spa treatments and hairdresser at a surcharge)