Svalbard And Jan Mayen Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
23 ships from 13 cruise lines
Svalbard And Jan Mayen cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 108 upcoming sailings on 23 ships from 13 cruise lines visiting Svalbard And Jan Mayen, calling at 8 places. Cruises can start in Longyearbyen and end in Longyearbyen. Of 108 upcoming sailings, 24 start in Svalbard And Jan Mayen and 27 end there. More Arctic cruises.
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About Svalbard And Jan Mayen
Svalbard offers a true Arctic wilderness experience with dramatic glaciers, polar bears, and midnight sun, accessible mainly by expedition cruise. Jan Mayen, a remote volcanic island, is rarely visited due to its extreme isolation. This package focuses on Svalbard's main settlements and natural wonders, ideal for adventurous travelers seeking unspoiled landscapes without crowds.
Typical routes
- Classic Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: loops around Spitsbergen with landings at natural sites (e.g., Hornsund, Smeerenburg) and settlements (Longyearbyen, Ny-Ålesund).
- North Spitsbergen Explorer: focuses on the northern coast and pack ice, seeking polar bears and walrus, with possible visits to the Seven Islands.
Ports overview
Svalbard is a prime expedition cruise destination, with most itineraries focusing on the western coast of Spitsbergen, the largest island. Jan Mayen is occasionally included on longer transatlantic routes but is often weather-dependent.
Cruise season
Summer season (June to September) is the primary cruise window; winter cruises are rare due to ice and darkness.
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17 Days One-Way from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik
Starts in Svalbard And Jan Mayen. Also visits Norway, Greenland, Iceland
Le Commandant Charcot
16 Days One-Way from Oslo to Reykjavik
Visits Svalbard And Jan Mayen. Also visits Norway, Iceland
National Geographic Endurance
11 Days Oslo, Norway Round Trip
Visits Svalbard And Jan Mayen. Also visits Norway
Sylvia Earle
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15 Days One-Way from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik
Starts in Svalbard And Jan Mayen. Also visits Norway, Iceland
National Geographic Endurance
8 Days Helsinki, Finland Round Trip
Visits Svalbard And Jan Mayen. Also visits Finland, Norway
Quark Ultramarine
55 Days One-Way from Lisbon to Reykjavik
Visits Svalbard And Jan Mayen. Also visits Portugal, Spain, France
Crystal Symphony
15 Days Helsinki, Finland Round Trip
Visits Svalbard And Jan Mayen. Also visits Finland, Norway
Quark Ultramarine
11 Days One-Way from Reykjavik to Longyearbyen
Ends in Svalbard And Jan Mayen. Also visits Iceland, Norway
World Navigator
8 Days Oslo, Norway Round Trip
Visits Svalbard And Jan Mayen. Also visits Norway
Sylvia Earle
12 Days One-Way from Tromso to Longyearbyen
Ends in Svalbard And Jan Mayen. Also visits Norway, Svalbard Norway
World Voyager
18 Days One-Way from Reykjavik to Longyearbyen
Ends in Svalbard And Jan Mayen. Also visits Iceland, Greenland
Le Commandant Charcot
11 Days One-Way from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik
Starts in Svalbard And Jan Mayen. Also visits Norway, Iceland
World Navigator
Where Svalbard And Jan Mayen cruises start and end
Embarkation ports (1)
Longyearbyen (104) (cruises from)
Disembarkation ports (1)
Longyearbyen (104)
Ships by type: 17 ocean 6 expedition 2 ro-pax ferry · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
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Svalbard And Jan Mayen cruise port guide
Cruise ports, what to see, history and practical advice.
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Frequently asked questions about Svalbard And Jan Mayen cruises
How many places do cruises visit in Svalbard And Jan Mayen?
8 Svalbard And Jan Mayen places are visited by 23 ships from 13 cruise lines.
When is the best time to take a Svalbard And Jan Mayen cruise?
Summer season (June to September) is the primary cruise window; winter cruises are rare due to ice and darkness.
Sources and further reading
Background on Svalbard And Jan Mayen draws on these references. Sailing, fare and port data come from cruise line itineraries and are refreshed regularly.
- Governor of Svalbard: About Svalbard
- Visit Svalbard: Official tourist information
- CIA World Factbook: Svalbard
- Norwegian Polar Institute: Svalbard and Jan Mayen
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published September 9, 2026 · Last updated October 15, 2026
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