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Svalbard in Spring – The Return of the Sun
MS Fram, HX Hurtigruten Expeditions

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MS Fram

Departure: 13/06/2026

Duration: 11 Days

Oslo to Longyearbyen

Cruise Only From £6,354 per person

Itinerary

Svalbard cruise | Svalbard in Spring – The Return of the Sun

Day 1 Oslo, Norway 13 Jun 2026 (Saturday)

Oslo is the capital of Norway and is also its largest city, situated at the head of Oslo Fjord and surrounded by hills and forests. Home to some 50 museums and full of galleries, cafés, a sculpture park and the Royal Palace, this vibrant city with its handsome 19th-century buildings and wide streets has much to offer. Its history dates back 1,000 years, and includes a rich seafaring heritage that ranges from the Viking era to Thor Heyerdahl’s Kon Tiki expedition. Discover more about this exciting city on our varied selection of excursions.

Oslo is the capital of Norway and is also its largest city, situated at the head of Oslo Fjord and surrounded by hills and forests. Home to some 50 museums and full of galleries, cafés, a sculpture park and the Royal Palace, this vibrant city with its handsome 19th-century buildings and wide streets has much to offer. Its history dates back 1,000 years, and includes a rich seafaring heritage that ranges from the Viking era to Thor Heyerdahl’s Kon Tiki expedition. Discover more about this exciting city on our varied selection of excursions.
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Day 2 Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen 14 Jun 2026 (Sunday)

Longyearbyen is the biggest settlement in Svalbard. Seat of the Norwegian administration, it also has the best services and infrastructure in the archipelago. Located deep in the Adventfjord, a sidearm of the Isfjorden (Icefjord), Longyearbyen’s airport can be used all-year round, but its harbor is blocked by ice in winter. Most shops, hotels, restaurants and a hospital are within easy walking distance of the port. One of the most prominent buildings in town is the UNIS center, where several Norwegian universities have joined forces to operate and offer the northernmost higher education to bot... See more

Longyearbyen is the biggest settlement in Svalbard. Seat of the Norwegian administration, it also has the best services and infrastructure in the archipelago. Located deep in the Adventfjord, a sidearm of the Isfjorden (Icefjord), Longyearbyen’s airport can be used all-year round, but its harbor is blocked by ice in winter. Most shops, hotels, restaurants and a hospital are within easy walking distance of the port. One of the most prominent buildings in town is the UNIS center, where several Norwegian universities have joined forces to operate and offer the northernmost higher education to both Norwegian and international students. Adjacent to UNIS, and well worth a visit, is the Svalbard Museum, covering the natural history and exploitation of Svalbard. Remnants of the former mining activity can be seen all around Longyearbyen and even in town.
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Day 3 Hornsund, Svalbard and Jan Mayen 15 Jun 2026 (Monday)

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Day 4 Bellsund, Svalbard and Jan Mayen 16 Jun 2026 (Tuesday)

Bellsund is a 20km sound in Norway’s Svalbard archipelago. It is distinctly cut into two branches, the fjords Van Mijenfjorden and Van Keulenfjorden which together offer a stunning journey. You’ll be dwarfed by the high mountains which characterise the landscape along with rich wildlife that thrives in such diverse conditions.

Bellsund is a 20km sound in Norway’s Svalbard archipelago. It is distinctly cut into two branches, the fjords Van Mijenfjorden and Van Keulenfjorden which together offer a stunning journey. You’ll be dwarfed by the high mountains which characterise the landscape along with rich wildlife that thrives in such diverse conditions.
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Day 5 Magdalenefjord, Svalbard and Jan Mayen 17 Jun 2026 (Wednesday)
Day 6 Amsterdam Island, Spitsbergen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen 18 Jun 2026 (Thursday)
Day 8 Ny-Ålesund, Svalbard and Jan Mayen 20 Jun 2026 (Saturday)

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Day 8 Krossfjord, Svalbard and Jan Mayen 20 Jun 2026 (Saturday)
Day 9 Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen 21 Jun 2026 (Sunday)

Longyearbyen is the biggest settlement in Svalbard. Seat of the Norwegian administration, it also has the best services and infrastructure in the archipelago. Located deep in the Adventfjord, a sidearm of the Isfjorden (Icefjord), Longyearbyen’s airport can be used all-year round, but its harbor is blocked by ice in winter. Most shops, hotels, restaurants and a hospital are within easy walking distance of the port. One of the most prominent buildings in town is the UNIS center, where several Norwegian universities have joined forces to operate and offer the northernmost higher education to bot... See more

Longyearbyen is the biggest settlement in Svalbard. Seat of the Norwegian administration, it also has the best services and infrastructure in the archipelago. Located deep in the Adventfjord, a sidearm of the Isfjorden (Icefjord), Longyearbyen’s airport can be used all-year round, but its harbor is blocked by ice in winter. Most shops, hotels, restaurants and a hospital are within easy walking distance of the port. One of the most prominent buildings in town is the UNIS center, where several Norwegian universities have joined forces to operate and offer the northernmost higher education to both Norwegian and international students. Adjacent to UNIS, and well worth a visit, is the Svalbard Museum, covering the natural history and exploitation of Svalbard. Remnants of the former mining activity can be seen all around Longyearbyen and even in town.
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Day 10 Ny-Ålesund, Svalbard and Jan Mayen 22 Jun 2026 (Monday)

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Day 11 Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen 23 Jun 2026 (Tuesday)

Longyearbyen is the biggest settlement in Svalbard. Seat of the Norwegian administration, it also has the best services and infrastructure in the archipelago. Located deep in the Adventfjord, a sidearm of the Isfjorden (Icefjord), Longyearbyen’s airport can be used all-year round, but its harbor is blocked by ice in winter. Most shops, hotels, restaurants and a hospital are within easy walking distance of the port. One of the most prominent buildings in town is the UNIS center, where several Norwegian universities have joined forces to operate and offer the northernmost higher education to bot... See more

Longyearbyen is the biggest settlement in Svalbard. Seat of the Norwegian administration, it also has the best services and infrastructure in the archipelago. Located deep in the Adventfjord, a sidearm of the Isfjorden (Icefjord), Longyearbyen’s airport can be used all-year round, but its harbor is blocked by ice in winter. Most shops, hotels, restaurants and a hospital are within easy walking distance of the port. One of the most prominent buildings in town is the UNIS center, where several Norwegian universities have joined forces to operate and offer the northernmost higher education to both Norwegian and international students. Adjacent to UNIS, and well worth a visit, is the Svalbard Museum, covering the natural history and exploitation of Svalbard. Remnants of the former mining activity can be seen all around Longyearbyen and even in town.
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What's Included:

Daily Expeditions and activities
Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
All-inclusive drinks on voyages departing for Antartica from October 2025
Tea, coffee and soft drinks daily
Complimentary Wi-fi
Gratuities included
Full access to science centre
Full use of sauna, hot tubs and more
Professional photos from the onboard photographer
Expedition jacket and water bottle

Suites

Polar Inside | Inside Cabin
Our cosy Polar Inside cabins feature double beds that can be divided into two single beds on request at the time of booking. All have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
- Upper-deck cabin
- No window
- Double bed (optional twin)
- Bathrobes and slippers on request
- Guests: 2 | Size: 10-13 m2
- Cabin Code: I2
Polar Inside | Inside Cabin

Polar Inside | Inside Cabin

Polar Inside | Inside Cabin
Polar Outside | Wheelchair-Accessible Outside Cabin
Enjoy sea views from our Polar Outside cabins, most of which feature double beds that can be divided into two single beds on request at the time of booking. All have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
- Lower-deck cabin
- Window
- Wheelchair-accessible cabin, may be available for general booking
- Refrigerator
- Twin beds (one converts to a sofa)
- Bathrobes and slippers are available on request
- Guests: 2 | Size: 15-16 m2
- Cabin Code: SD
Polar Outside | Wheelchair-Accessible Outside Cabin

Polar Outside | Wheelchair-Accessible Outside Cabin

Polar Outside | Wheelchair-Accessible Outside Cabin

Polar Outside | Wheelchair-Accessible Outside Cabin
Polar Outside | Outside Cabin
Enjoy sea views from our Polar Outside cabins, most of which feature double beds that can be divided into two single beds on request at the time of booking. All have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
- Upper-deck cabin
- Window (limited or no view)
- Refrigerator
- Double bed (optional twin)
- Bathrobes and slippers on request
- Guests: up to 4 | Size: 17-21 m2
- Cabin code: FJ
Polar Outside | Outside Cabin

Polar Outside | Outside Cabin

Polar Outside | Outside Cabin

Polar Outside | Outside Cabin
Polar Outside | Outside Cabin
Enjoy sea views from our Polar Outside cabins, most of which feature double beds that can be divided into two single beds on request at the time of booking. All have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
- Lower-deck cabin
- Window
- Double bed (optional twin)
- Bathrobes and slippers on request
- Guests: 2 | Size: 10-13 m2
- Cabin Code: N2
Polar Outside | Outside Cabin

Polar Outside | Outside Cabin

Polar Outside | Outside Cabin

Polar Outside | Outside Cabin
Arctic Superior | Outside Cabin
Arctic Superior cabins are comfortable and spacious. These cabins feature a double bed which can be divided into two single beds in some cabins on request at the time of booking. All have a private bathroom with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, a minibar (charges apply), European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities. A bathrobe and slippers are also available free of charge.
- Upper deck cabin
- Window (some with limited view)
- Refrigerator
- Double bed
- Sofa bed
- Bathrobes and slippers are available on request
- Guests: up to 4 | Size: 22-23 m2
- Cabin Code: F4
Arctic Superior | Outside Cabin

Arctic Superior | Outside Cabin

Arctic Superior | Outside Cabin

Arctic Superior | Outside Cabin
Arctic Superior | Outside Cabin
Arctic Superior cabins are comfortable and spacious. These cabins feature a double bed which can be divided into two single beds in some cabins on request at the time of booking. All have a private bathroom with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, a minibar (charges apply), European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities. A bathrobe and slippers are also available free of charge.
- Lower or upper-deck cabin
- Window (some with limited view)
- Seating area
- Refrigerator
- Double bed
- Bathrobes and slippers are available on request
- Guests: 2 | Size: 17-18 m2
- Cabin Code: F2
Arctic Superior | Outside Cabin

Arctic Superior | Outside Cabin

Arctic Superior | Outside Cabin

Arctic Superior | Outside Cabin
Arctic Superior | Outside Cabin
Arctic Superior cabins are comfortable and spacious. These cabins feature a double bed which can be divided into two single beds in some cabins on request at the time of booking. All have a private bathroom with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, a minibar (charges apply), European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities. A bathrobe and slippers are also available free of charge.
- Upper-deck cabin
- Window
- Double bed (optional twin)
- Bathrobes and slippers are available on request
- Guests: 2 | Size: 10-11 m2
- Cabin Code: U2
Arctic Superior | Outside Cabin

Arctic Superior | Outside Cabin

Arctic Superior | Outside Cabin

Arctic Superior | Outside Cabin
Expedition Suite | Mini Suite
Add some indulgence to your voyage aboard MS Fram and reserve one of our Expedition Suites. Spacious, elegant suites with thoughtful features such as private balconies, floor-to-ceiling windows, and generous seating areas, some with a sofa bed. Exclusive to Suite guests, fine dining is available in the Lindstrøm restaurant for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with the added option of in-suite takeaway. Enjoy complimentary daily laundry and evening turn-down service for added comfort and ease throughout your HX expedition. Each suite includes a flat-screen TV, minibar, personal safe, European two-pin plug sockets, tea-making facilities, and a single-serve coffee machine. Your suite welcome includes a bottle of Champagne on ice and a handpicked platter of delicacies, to mark the start of your adventure.
- Upper-deck suite
- Window
- Seating area
- Double bed
- Sofa bed
- Bathrobes and slippers are available on request
- Guests: up to 4 | Size: 161 - 215 ft2
- Cabin Code: Q4
Expedition Suite | Mini Suite

Expedition Suite | Mini Suite

Expedition Suite | Mini Suite

Expedition Suite | Mini Suite
Expedition Suite | Mini Suite
Add some indulgence to your voyage aboard MS Fram and reserve one of our Expedition Suites. Spacious, elegant suites with thoughtful features such as private balconies, floor-to-ceiling windows, and generous seating areas, some with a sofa bed. Exclusive to Suite guests, fine dining is available in the Lindstrøm restaurant for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with the added option of in-suite takeaway. Enjoy complimentary daily laundry and evening turn-down service for added comfort and ease throughout your HX expedition. Each suite includes a flat-screen TV, minibar, personal safe, European two-pin plug sockets, tea-making facilities, and a single-serve coffee machine. Your suite welcome includes a bottle of Champagne on ice and a handpicked platter of delicacies, to mark the start of your adventure.
- Upper-deck suite
- Window
- Seating area
- Double bed
- Bathrobes and slippers are available on request
- Guests: 2 | Size: 15-20 m2
- Cabin Code: Q2
Expedition Suite | Mini Suite

Expedition Suite | Mini Suite

Expedition Suite | Mini Suite

Expedition Suite | Mini Suite

Expedition Suite | Mini Suite

Expedition Suite | Mini Suite

Expedition Suite | Mini Suite

Expedition Suite | Mini Suite
Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony
Add some indulgence to your voyage aboard MS Fram and reserve one of our Expedition Suites. Spacious, elegant suites with thoughtful features such as private balconies, floor-to-ceiling windows, and generous seating areas, some with a sofa bed. Exclusive to Suite guests, fine dining is available in the Lindstrøm restaurant for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with the added option of in-suite takeaway. Enjoy complimentary daily laundry and evening turn-down service for added comfort and ease throughout your HX expedition. Each suite includes a flat-screen TV, minibar, personal safe, European two-pin plug sockets, tea-making facilities, and a single-serve coffee machine. Your suite welcome includes a bottle of Champagne on ice and a handpicked platter of delicacies, to mark the start of your adventure.
- Upper-deck suite
- Private Balcony
- Window
- Seating area
- Double bed
- Bathrobes and slippers on request
- Guests: 2 | Size: 20-27 m2
- Cabin Code: MG
Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Expedition Suite | Grand Suite with balcony

Restaurants

Aune

Aune Restaurant is getting an upgrade, refining its menu and creating an even better atmosphere for your meals at sea.
Social, informal and with an emphasis on the natural, Aune is MS Fram’s main dining area. Breakfast, lunch and dinner choices are influenced by the areas we explore and our own rich heritage, dating back to 1896.
Lindstrøm

A speciality restaurant named after Adolf Lindstrøm, the favourite chef of the Norwegian polar heroes. Fine dining in Restaurant Lindstrøm is included for suite guests. Non-suite guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in Lindstrøm for an additional cost.

Deckplans

Deck 8
- Observation Deck
- Sauna
- Locker Room
- Shower
Deck 7
- Observation Deck
- BBQ Area
- Hot Tubs
- Shower
- Gym
- Explorer Lounge & Bar
Deck 6
- Expedition Suites
- Arctic Superior Cabins
- Inside Cabins
Deck 5
- Observation Deck
- Expedition Suites
- Arctic Superior Cabins
- Outside Cabins
- Inside Cabins
Deck 4
- Lindstrom Restaurant
- Aune Restaurant
- Balcony
- Shop
- Lobby
- Science Centre
- Reception & Expedition Desk
- Lecture Hall
Deck 3
- Gangway
- Arctic Superior Cabins
- Outside Cabins
Deck 2
- Medical Centre
- Expedition Launch