Private Transfer: Svalbard Airport -  Coal Miners' Cabin

Once we arrive at the airport we will transfer to our accommodation at 14h50 and have time to check into our lodge at 15h00.

Our driver will meet us at the airport and shuttle us as a group to the lodge.

Check-in at our cabin:

The Coal Miners' Cabin will be our base for the next 6 days.

The hotel is located in Nybyen, Longyearbyen’s little ‘satellite town’, and is within walking distance from the town centre. In this building, the shared areas are popular, and late nights with long conversations and games might be on the horizon for the adventurous traveller. We bid you welcome to this great starting point for our next polar adventure.

Breakfast is included daily.  

Welcome dinner at Funktionærmessen Restaurant

(Our driver will meet us in the lobby and take us back and forth)

With a focus on high-quality ingredients and exceptional service, enjoy a culinary journey of delicious food and drinks, while admiring the stunning view over Longyearbyen. The kitchen presents intriguing flavour combinations inspired by international cuisine.

Combine it with the stunning panoramic views of the city, the Longyear glacier, and the Hiorth Mountain, and you have an award-winning dining experience

Accommodation: Coal Miners' Cabin

Meals Included: 4-Course welcome dinner at Funktionærmessen Restaurant

Hike between glaciers and mountains

Start 09h30 - 6 Hour Experience

We start by moving towards the mountain Sarkofagen.

On each side of this colossus, we have some exciting glacier systems with moraines and meltwater channels.

We will explore these as we make our way to the top of Sarkofagen at 500 meters above sea level.

Here we'll enjoy a great view of Longyearbyen and Isfjorden before we make our descent safely back to town.

Accommodation: Coal Miners' Cabin

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

*AM*

Adventure starts at 09h30

We don’t need to travel far from Longyearbyen to achieve unique nature-based experiences. By driving approx. 35 km to Elveneset, we will be rewarded with views of several arms of the fjord and majestic mountains.

Visit the Arctic nature up close on a snowmobile safari away from civilisation and into the endless wilderness. On this safari, we will experience much of Svalbard within a short space of time. We drive from Longyearbyen to Elveneset, a viewpoint at the top of the De Geer valley. While warming up with a hot drink, you can enjoy the wonderful views of three fjords: the Sassenfjord, Tempelfjord and Billefjord.

“World’s most beautiful mountain”

Standing on the headland, we are surrounded by wild fjords in the mountain landscape. Across the fjord, we can see the mountain Templet, which local trappers often refer to as the “world’s most beautiful mountain”. The lines and shape of this mountain, which is reminiscent of a colossal temple, tell us about the history of Svalbard’s climate. The fjord arms surrounding us are the routes to areas of important historical significance for Svalbard.

After exploring the terrain at Elveneset and visiting a frozen waterfall, we head back to Longyearbyen. The total driving distance is approx. 70 km. This trip offers an excellent introduction to your Svalbard experience!

Please note: For safety reasons, the route may change due to weather, wind and snow conditions

Accommodation: Coal Miners' Cabin

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Included

• Transport to and from the accommodation
• Winter suit, boots, mittens, helmet, googles and balaclava
• Guide with safety equipment
• Search and rescue insurance
• Hot drinks and biscuits

Essential:

A valid driving license for a car, snowmobile or motorcycle is required throughout the whole trip

We recommend warm clothing to wear under the winter suit such as wool underwear, wool socks, thick sweater and extra mittens

• A small backpack for extra clothing and other items
• For participants driving on this excursion, it is required that you speak and understand English or a Scandinavian language
• For safety reasons, the route may change due to weather, wind and snow conditions

*PM*

Camp Barentz Eve: Gain a historical insight at Camp Barentz, a cabin created in honour of the discoverer of Svalbard, Willem Barentz. A unique atmosphere and a delicious meal await us.

We will be picked up at our hotel and driven out to the camp in the Advent Valley, around 10 km east of Longyearbyen. 

We will pass areas associated with mining, Northern Lights research and the former airstrip dating from the Second World War.

Our hosts will warmly welcome us to an inspiring and informative evening. Willem Barentz discovered the islands of Bjørnøya and Spitsbergen during his Arctic expedition in 1596. During this expedition, he and his crew were forced to overwinter at Novaya Zemlya after their ship got stuck in the ice. The cabin they are now in is an authentic copy of the original cabin they overwintered in during a constant battle with the cold and illness.

Accommodation: Coal Miners' Cabin

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Dog Sledding Adventure: Ice Cave Expedition - Adventure starts at 10h00

Experience an authentic Arctic adventure and learn the basics of being a real “musher”. The silence, and the interaction between dogs, people and nature, will make a real impression!

Our first stop is the dog yard located at the foot of the mountain Bolternosa, where we will be met by eager and friendly four-legged friends waiting to ensure we receive a warm welcome.

One of the highlights of dog sledding is the close-up contact we have with our own dog team. Challenge yourself to remember the dogs’ names, as each of them plays an integral part of the team. We harness and team up the dogs, get on the sleds and drive through the magnificent Arctic landscape. Our destination is a glacier hidden behind high mountains and moraines.

Glittering Snow Crystals in the Ice Cave

The slow pace allows plenty of time to let our eyes wander. The feeling of pure silence is broken only by the sound of the dogs breathing and the rhythmic sound of their paws hitting the snow-covered ground. As we gain altitude, some physical strength is required. When we reach the Teller Glacier, we let the dogs have a rest while we explore the deep interior of the glacier through a unique cave system under the ice.

Moving through narrow and dark passageways, we explore a hidden and unknown underground world. The further in we go, the deeper it gets. We can admire formations in different colours and shades and discover ancient plant remains. When we emerge from the cave, we enjoy a delicious lunch before getting back on the sleds and returning to the dog yard.

Accommodation: Coal Miners' Cabin

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch 

What's Included:

• Transport to and from the accommodation
• Thermal suit, gloves, hat and winter shoes
• Guide with necessary safety equipment
• Lunch and hot drinks

Essentials

• We recommend warm clothing to wear under the thermal suit such as wool underwear, wool socks, thick sweater and extra mittens
• A small backpack may be useful for camera, extra clothing, and other small items
• This is a physical activity where our guests get involved in handling the dogs
• Please contact us in advance if you are pregnant

Our new guide will meet us 10 minutes prior to departure in the Lobby for our amazing adventure.

Seed Vault Bus Tour

Our group will venture on an exciting bus tour of Longbearyen stopping at The Global Seed Vault.

The perfect way to get an overview of Longyearbyen and its surroundings. A local knowledgeable driver will provide us with insights into the city’s attractions and the fascinating history that defines Longyearbyen, no matter the season.

The tour will take us past several of Longyearbyen’s most famous landmarks, including the local mines, research areas, the town center, and the Svalbard Church, before we pass by the Global Seed Vault. 

Along the way, we’ll stop to capture the stunning scenery.  Weather conditions may affect the route, but the experience of Longyearbyen and its unique surroundings will be memorable regardless.

Accommodation: Coal Miners' Cabin

Meals Included: Breakfast

Our amazing time together in Svalbard has come to an end.

We will check out from the hotel around 10 am

Our driver will meet us in the lobby and transfer us to the airport as a group for our flights home, allowing us to reflect on all the amazing sights and experiences we have had over the past few days together!

Meals Included: Breakfast

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