Cruise · HX Expeditions · 14 nights

Arctic Island Odyssey – Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland

Flights, Oslo hotel stay and Longyearbyen transfers included
Flexible route to make the best of conditions in the Arctic
Authentic, intimate and pure expedition experience in polar regions

$14,825 pp twin share

$24,426 pp solo share

14 nights

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Northeast Greenland National Park and Scoresby Sund expedition days

Arctic Island Odyssey – Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland – route map

Longyearbyen

Scenic Spitsbergen

Relaxing at sea

Northeast Greenland National Park and Scoresby Sund expedition days

Denmark Strait

Reykjavík

MS Fram

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14 Nights

Embark on an all-inclusive Arctic odyssey, exploring Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland, with flights, Oslo hotel stay and Longyearbyen transfers included

Discover epic scenery and captivating nature in true explorer style
Fully immersive learning experience with onboard lectures and Citizen Science
Sail aboard the purpose-built expedition ship MS Fram

Trip Details

Departs: 26 July 2027
Returns: 9 August 2027
Ship: MS Fram
Operator: HX Expeditions

17-day all-inclusive Svalbard, Iceland and Greenland expedition cruise from Oslo to Reykjavík

The 13-night Greenland voyage aboard MS Fram sails from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik, calling at Ny-Ålesund, Blomsterbukta, Antarctic Havn, Bjørne Øer, Rypefjord, Rødefjord, Danmarks Ø / Hekla Havn and Ittoqqortoormiit, with 3 days at sea.

Beyond the expedition cruise itself, this package includes:

Flights in economy class between Oslo and Longyearbyen
Overnight in Oslo before your expedition cruise, including breakfast
All transfers in Longyearbyen including a short panoramic bus tour with lunch before the expedition cruise

Setting out from Oslo to Greenland via Svalbard, explore the largest national park and the grandest fjord system on Earth.
Discover epic scenery and captivating nature in true explorer style as our flexible route makes the best of the conditions.
Fully immersive learning experience with onboard lectures, Citizen Science projects and demos.

You sail aboard MS Fram. Carrying on the legacy of the original Fram, one of the most famous exploration vessels of all time, MS Fram has been purpose-built to offer guests an authentic, intimate, and pure expedition experience in polar regions. On board: Science Center; Expedition Team; Two restaurants; Two outdoor hot tubs; Sauna; Explorer Lounge and Bar; Observation decks; Indoor and outdoor gym.

$14,825

pp twin share

$24,426

pp solo share

Enquire

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When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs

26 July 2027

Returns

9 August 2027

Duration

14 nights

From pp twin share

$14,825 pp

From pp solo cabin

$24,426 pp

26 Jul 2027 - 09 Aug 2027
from $14,825 pp twin share / $24,426 pp sole use *

Additional Pricing Information

Polar Outside from $14,825 pp twin share
Arctic Superior from $15,610 pp twin share
Expedition Suite from $18,613 pp twin share

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Life in transit

MS Fram

Details · HX Expeditions

MS Fram

Carrying on the legacy of the original Fram, one of the most famous exploration vessels of all time, MS Fram has been purpose-built to offer guests an authentic, intimate, and pure expedition experience in polar regions.

Guests: 200
Gross tonnage: 11,647
Speed: 13 knots
Length: 114 m
Launched: 2007
Beam: 20.2 m
Deck plans: 7

MS Fram · Deck plans

Deck 8

Source: HX Expeditions, captured 16 September 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.

Day by day

Itinerary

1
Oslo
Enjoy time in Oslo before flying to Svalbard
Your expedition begins in Oslo, Norway's fjord-side capital, a city rich in history with a thriving art scene. Wander the Ekebergparken sculpture park, admire the striking Opera House and Munch Museum, relax in a floating sauna on the harbour, or head to Sørenga for urban beach life and New Nordic cuisine, before settling in for the night in an airport hotel.
2
Longyearbyen
The town at the top of the world
After an early breakfast, you’ll fly to Longyearbyen.
A short panoramic bus tour offers a first glimpse of the town and its surroundings before lunch. Afterwards, enjoy some free time in Longyearbyen before being transferred to the ship for boarding.
This former coal-mining settlement is small and easy to explore on foot. Wander along the main street, lined with boutique shops, an art gallery, and inviting restaurants. You might even spot a Svalbard reindeer wandering by.
Come evening, we’ll set sail.
3
Scenic Spitsbergen
Days 3–5
A land of spectacular beauty
Spitsbergen, Svalbard’s largest island, offers Arctic wilderness at its most striking – sharp-edged mountains, calving glaciers, and remote, rugged shores shaped by ice and wind. Over the next three days, we’ll navigate some of the world’s most dramatic fjords, where the stillness is broken only by the thunderous crack of icebergs breaking free.
This is polar bear territory. Keep watch along the sea-ice edge where these apex predators roam, hunting seals across the frozen frontier.
We may chart a course into Northwest Spitsbergen National Park, cruising beneath towering glaciers that stretch into cobalt waters. Or, visit Ny-Ålesund – once the launch point for explorer Roald Amundsen’s daring airship expeditions, now a centre for cutting-edge climate research.
We’ll make the most of every opportunity to step ashore, using our small expedition boats to reach landings few others can. If conditions allow, there may even be a chance to kayak through the waters in near-perfect silence.
With the Midnight Sun overhead, daylight lingers – giving us time to explore deeper into this extraordinary landscape.
6
At Sea
Days 6–7
Getting ready for Greenland - Kalaallit Nunaat
As we sail into the Greenland Sea on our way to the world’s largest island, it’s time to relax, find your sea legs and get acquainted with the onboard facilities.
In the lecture hall, you’ll find out what to expect in the epic landscapes of East Greenland National Park and the stunning fjords of Scoresby Sund.
If you’re feeling active, head to the gym and do a workout with a view. On the other hand, you could sample the sauna, laze in a hot tub or just find a quiet corner to read a book with a hot drink. Love science? Then why not join one of our onboard Citizen Science projects, a fun and engaging way to contribute to global research.
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Northeast Greenland National Park and Scoresby Sund expedition days
Days 8–15
Explore the wild east
We’ll spend the next eight days exploring Greenland’s remote and pristine east coast. Extending for over 1,740 miles from north to south, this long stretch of coast is cold, isolated, and remote even by Greenlandic standards. The south-flowing East Greenland Current brings lots of sea ice directly from the Arctic Ocean, challenging human settlement but creating a heaven for ice-dependant wildlife, including the polar bear.
Local weather and ice conditions will dictate our exact route, but our plan is to sail first to Scoresby Sund, the world’s largest fjord system. You’ll feel a deep sense of serenity in this wild and rugged region, with white and blue icebergs floating in mirror-like waters surrounded by looming mountains. If conditions permit, we’ll visit Ittoqqortoormiit – the most remote inhabited community in the Western Hemisphere.
Should the sea ice be favourable, we’ll continue our journey north to the beautiful Northeast Greenland National Park – the world’s largest national park. Visiting this fragile Arctic wilderness is a rare privilege as only a few visitors are permitted here each year.
Apart from old trapper huts, some science research stations, and a military outpost, there are very few traces of human life in this 375,000 square mile park. Be assured that this is one of the quietest places on Earth, and you’ll enjoy a feeling of great peace as we explore this beautiful wilderness.
As this is an expedition cruise, the Captain and Expedition Team will guide us to the most favourable spots on a daily basis. Our goal will be to pack in as many shore landings, small boat cruises, nature walks, kayaking adventures and wildlife sightings as possible.
16
Denmark Strait
Heading to Iceland
After exploring the remote beauty of Greenland, we set our course back for Iceland. Spend the days 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.
As you reflect on your cruise, from witnessing the delicate ecology of the fjord systems to the ethereal elegance of the floating ice, east Greenland’s beauty is sure to have left its mark on you.
17
Reykjavík
End of the expedition
We say a fond farewell to MS Fram as we end our expedition cruise in the lovely city of Reykjavík. With its interesting museums, stylish galleries, restaurants and geothermal pools, there’s so much to enjoy in Iceland’s capital.
And if you want to discover more of Iceland, you can join our optional Post-Programme before you head home. Or simply extend your stay to enjoy more of Reykjavík and its surrounding geothermal attractions. It’s a great place to end an epic journey!

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

Flights in economy class between Oslo and Longyearbyen.
Overnight in Oslo before your expedition cruise, including breakfast.
All transfers in Longyearbyen including a short panoramic bus tour with lunch before the expedition cruise.
A stay in a cabin of your choice.
All day coffee, tea and soft drinks.
Fine dining in restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests (only on MS Fram).

Not included

International flights
Additional overnight(s) if required due to international flight timings
Travel insurance
Luggage handling
Optional shore excursions with our local partners
Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team

Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

Hotels

Overnight in Oslo before your expedition cruise, including breakfast

Day 1 – Radisson Red Hotel & Conference Center Oslo Airport

MS Fram

On board: Science Center; Expedition Team; Two restaurants; Two outdoor hot tubs; Sauna; Explorer Lounge and Bar; Observation decks; Indoor and outdoor gym; Onboard shop.

Polar Outside

Enjoy sea views from our Polar Outside cabins, most of which feature double beds that can be divided into two single beds on request at the time of booking.
All have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.

N2 – Outside cabin: window, double bed, optional twin, 10–13 m².
FJ – Outside cabin: window, limited view or no view, double bed, optional twin, 17–21 m².
SD – Wheelchair-accessible outside cabin: window, twin beds, one converts to a sofa, 15–16 m².

Arctic Superior

Arctic Superior cabins are comfortable and spacious.

These cabins feature a double bed which can be divided into two single beds in some cabins on request at the time of booking. Some also have a sofa bed, and many have a private balcony.
All have a private bathroom with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, a minibar (charges apply), European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities. A bathrobe and slippers are also available free of charge.

U2 – Outside cabin: window, double bed, optional twin, 10–11 m².
F2 – Outside cabin: window, some with limited view, double bed, 17–18 m².

Expedition Suite

Add some indulgence to your voyage aboard MS Fram and reserve one of our Expedition Suites.

Spacious, serviced, and with bed combinations for up to four people, these well-appointed apartments offer special features such as private balconies, expansive windows, and minibars (charges apply).
Suites feature double beds and a seating area, some with a sofa bed. All have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, European two-pin plug sockets, tea-making facilities, and a single-serve coffee machine. Naturally, the accommodation includes a full range of premium facilities including daily turn-down service and laundry.
Complimentary fine dining in our Lindstrøm restaurant is part of the experience, and a takeaway service means you can enjoy dinner exclusively. Champagne on ice and a platter of delicacies are provided for your enjoyment as you set sail.

MG – Grand Suite with balcony: private balcony, double bed, sofa bed, 20–27 m².
Q2 – Mini Suite: window, double bed, sofa bed, 15–20 m².
Q4 – Mini Suite: window, double bed, 15–20 m².

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