Duration
4 Nights
Price
From £2699 pp*
Best time to travel
When
February to May
A night in the true wilderness
Svalbard is already an exotic destination to add to your list of places travelled however in this exciting and unique itinerary you will also get the opportunity to stay in a beautiful cabin, travelled to by dog sled and outside the confines of the city of Longyearbyen so you will really be able to say you are a true explorer! This amazing 4-night itinerary beginning with a night in Oslo is the perfect short break to include everything that this magical place offers. Dog sledding, wildlife experiences, exceptional accommodation and great food. What more could you want?
A Polar Night
Day 1
Oslo Stopover
Arrive into Oslo and make your way into Oslo city centre to your centrally located hotel; Amerikalinjen. Check into your superior room and get settled before heading out into the city for an amazing dinner at one of the many fabulous restaurants on offer.
Day 2
Arrive in Longyearbyen
Check out and make your way back to the airport for your flight north to Svalbard. On arrival into Longyearbyen you will meet your private transfer who will take you to the beautiful Funken Lodge. Check in before heading out to explore the city. This evening you will head out on a panoramic snowcat tour to the viewpoint of ‘Linken’ on the side of the mountain ‘Hiorthfjellet’ on the other side of Adventdalen to get incredible views of Longyearbyen.
Day 3
The Juva Cabin
Today, after breakfast you will meet your guide who will drive you to the kennels to meet your dog sled team. You will set off with the dogs and follow the river bed that heads into Bolterdalen, surrounded by mighty mountains. As you travel through the wide and wonderful valley you will find a nice place for lunch and after a long but enjoyable day behind the sleds, you will arrive at the beautiful Juva Cabin. A lovely cabin in the heart of the wilderness with electricity, bedrooms with bunk beds, lounge room and kitchen. In February and March the light is particularly magical, with limited hours of daylight, whilst January offers the option for 24 hour northern lights searching. In April and May it never gets dark, which is also a unique experience. After being outdoors all day, it will be a lovely change to enjoy the evening in comfort. Unharness and feed the dogs, before enjoying your own dinner, and settle down in front of the fire. Perhaps the sauna outside may tempt you, with its big window offering views of the night sky. This is a private and exclusive trip just for you so you will have Juva Cabin all to yourselves!
Day 4
Explore
After breakfast it is time to get the dogs ready to head back to Longyearbyen. Head west, and mush your way into Helvetiadalen, before you make our way back towards Bolterdalen. Returning to Longyearbyen in the late afternoon you will be able to head to your room to relax before a delicious dinner. We recommend Funken Lodge’s own restaurant or Huset in the town centre. Relax this evening and reflect on your magical adventure in Svalbard.
Day 5
Departure
Check out this morning and take your private transfer back to the airport for your onward flight or journey home.
Not ready for the experience to end? Speak to one of our Adventure Artists who can help you tailor the trip just as you wish.
