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Arctic High on a Tall ShipNorway

Travel to Norway’s northernmost archipelago, Svalbard, and sail on
the century-old German tall ship, the Noorderlicht. The Noorderlicht offers a 12-day voyage sailing in the high Arctic around North Spitsbergen, where polar bears outnumber humans. Marvel at spectacular fjords, ice-covered seas and Arctic glaciers, and enjoy an abundance of wildlife-spotting opportunities. See walruses beached on ice floes, reindeer, arctic foxes and, of course, polar bears.


  • Shared toilets and bathrooms
  • Dining room
  • Bar/lounge
  • Lectures by noted naturalists

Prices start at US$4,263 per person for a 12-day trip, including meals and activities.

You should be in good general health and be able to walk for multiple hours each day.

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