Ireland & Scotland to Spitsbergen in Luxury
Ireland & Scotland to Spitsbergen in Luxury 12 days
Ireland & Scotland to Spitsbergen in Luxury 12 days
Aboard: L'AustralThis unique expedition will take you from the bustling Irish capital of Dublin to the remote frozen lands of Spitsbergen in the Polar Arctic, via beautiful Scottish Islands and the Norwegian fjords. On an incredible journey of discovery and exploration you will sail aboard a luxurious expedition ship to stop at several of the British Isles including the Orkney Islands before traversing the seas towards the majestic fjords of the Lofoten archipelago off the coast of Norway. Your trip will be rounded off with a two-day exploration of spectacular Spitsbergen, the largest island in the Svalbard archipelago. Zodiac cruises and shore visits will bring you up close to the incredible charms that these remote lands hold. And travelling in the company of expert guides including National Geographic photographers and destination experts you will soon learn all there is to know about these northern territories and the nature and wildlife that abounds.
Highlights
- Discover Scotland, Norway and Spitsbergen in ultimate luxury
- Cross the Arctic Circle
- Explore around five enchanting archipelagos including the Hebrides, Orkneys and Lofoten
- Witness wildlife including Arctic foxes, Svalbard reindeer, walruses, whales and myriad birds including puffins and Arctic terns
- Spectacular landscapes of ice floes, jagged mountains, icebergs, forests, icecaps, steep-sided valleys, cliffs, huge glaciers and glacier fronts
- Exciting Zodiac landings and land visits
- Hiking options available
What's Included
- Full board accommodation on board, including bar/beverage service
- Flights from Longyearbyen to London post-voyage
- Transfers between airport and ship
- Zodiac cruises and shore excursions
- Entertainment and expert lecture programme
- Loan of rubber boots
- Expedition parka
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Dublin
Scottish Islands
At Sea
Lofoten & Tromso
Bear Island & Spitsbergen
Longyearbyen
A view from Above
All Aboard
L'Austral
L'Austral is a purpose built, luxury expedition vessel which combines a private yacht style ambience with gastronomic French cuisine and high standards of service. All suites and staterooms are twin or double and have private balconies and bathrooms along with minibar, satellite TV, DVD, I-pod docks, WiFi and direct dial satellite telephone. Public areas and amenities include passenger lifts fore and aft, restaurant, lounge with dance floor and bar, reception desk, shop, leisure area with Wii and slot machines, clinic, theatre, hairdresser, fitness room, spa with massage, hammam and balneo treatments, grill and buffet restaurant, outdoor pool, panorama lounge and terrace with bar, library and internet room and plenty of deck space. The ship has a 1C ice classification for cruising in polar waters.
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Take advantage of our vast experience, passion and expertise to help you hand craft the perfect Arctic adventure for you.
With countless travel experiences and an enduring hunger for adventure, Amy knows exactly what’s needed to craft a holiday of a lifetime. Her experience and generosity of spirit are legendary and she’ll help you build an itinerary that will make all your dreams come true.
Simon’s deep passion for and first-hand knowledge of a vast range of destinations all over the world gives him the ideal skills to help you create a truly unforgettable wildlife inspired adventure to the most exciting places on the planet.
Mike lives and breathes adventure travel and has a wealth of experience in some of the most exciting and inspirational destinations in the world. His expertise and first-hand experience afford him the skills to help build holidays to remember.
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