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The Latins had a name for the islands of the far north – Ultima Thule – which meant the extreme limit of travel and discovery. Embark upon an unforgettable journey that would have blown their tiny Roman minds with Swan Hellenic to the remote Svalbard archipelago just 500 miles south of the North Pole.
This extraordinary adventure will immerse you in one of Europe's last great wildernesses, where dramatic snowy pinnacles, sublime glaciers, vast tundra deserts, and otherworldly icebergs vie with each other to create a scene that’s difficult to imagine until you’ve seen it yourself.
An expedition from the SH Vega
Gennadiy Skorokhod
Swan Hellenic’s luxury Arctic expeditions offer a once-in-a-lifetime experience, allowing passengers to see and explore places that may never have been encountered. Access exclusive locations via Zodiac by day, guided by expert naturalists who reveal the hidden wonders of the Arctic ecosystem. Back on board, enjoy world-class dining inspired by Nordic flavours and locally sourced ingredients as you relax in style and comfort, the Arctic chill kept at bay.
Svalbard’s wild beauty will be easily accessible during Swan Hellenic’s eight-night journeys, starting with an overnight in Copenhagen, followed by your personalised access to the far north via a bespoke charter flight.
Glacial runoff
The midnight sun provides ample opportunity for polar bear spotting and up-close-and-personal experiences with walruses, whales, and other creatures that consider this icescape home. Glacial fjords and untouched coastlines make for extraordinary photography opportunities, whether from the deck or the shore.
For anyone looking to deep-dive the region on a more extensive expedition, stow away on Swan Hellenic’s 13-night journey from Svalbard to Iceland, or sail through Greenland’s dramatic fjords in search of the Northern Lights on a 16-night voyage, where the skies come alive with swirling ribbons of colour.
Swan Hellenic’s top-of-the-line polar-class ships boast sophisticated designs and offer extensive expedition activities, all supported by a rigorously trained crew that wouldn’t look out of place on a Jacques Cousteau vessel. Want to walk away a little more informed?
The SH Vega
There are a series of guest lectures from historians, marine biologists, and conservationists, who will share their insights into the ecosystems you’re journeying through, to make sure you understand the delicate balance of the arctic.
Otherwise, every aspect of the cruise is meant to blend luxury with adventure, so that you can explore the Arctic in both comfort and consciousness. Swan Hellenic has a demonstrated commitment to sustainability and operates using a low-impact ethos to ensure that these pristine environments remain unspoiled for decades to come.
Join Swan Hellenic on this remarkable voyage to explore one of the world’s great wildernesses and create core memories along the way. Ultima Thule, indeed.
An eight-night cruise starts from £5,549 per person.
For more information call +44 207 846 0271, email sales-uk@swanhellenic.com, or visit Swan Hellenic's Facebook, Instagram or YouTube pages.
