Do you want to visit Svalbard? Perhaps you do, but only have time for a short stay. Depending on your work schedule, personal finances, and family commitments, you may wonder if visiting the Arctic Ocean Norwegian archipelago is realistic. The answer is that you can do plenty in a few days. Our Svalbard winter getaway is designed for travelers who want to experience the region in days rather than weeks.
The winter getaway includes polar night dog sledding, a Northern Lights dinner experience, electric snowmobile tours, and an ice cave hike in Svalbard. It’s a whirlwind 72-hour series of tours encompassing various Svalbard winter activities.
You’ll experience one of the northernmost inhabited regions on the planet. Are glaciers and tundra your thing? The region has what you’re looking for, as you’ll also see polar bears, Arctic foxes, and reindeer.
Package Overview
- Duration: 3-night vacation
- Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
- Price: From €1190 per person (double/twin room)
- Included: Airport transfers, professional tour guides, Arctic-grade gear, and selected meals
Day 1: Arrival in Longyearbyen
After arriving at Svalbard Airport for the Arctic adventure package, you’ll be taken to your hotel in Longyearbyen to book in and get situated. You’ll then have the opportunity to explore the historic Arctic town and get dinner at one of the local restaurants.
Day 2: Dog Sledding & Northern Lights Snowmobile Safari
Morning: Dog Sledding in Bolterdalen (4 Hours): You’ll start day two with dog sledding through the Bolterdalen Valley. You won’t just be a spectator, however. The professional musher will let you take control of the sled pulled by huskies. Warm drinks and Arctic clothing suited to the Svalbard winter weather are also included in the package.
Evening: Northern Lights Hunt by Electric Snowmobile (3 Hours): The next adventure on your Svalbard winter getaway is a Northern Lights safari. You’ll get closer to wildlife without disturbing it by riding on electric snowmobiles that are virtually silent compared to snowmobiles with gas engines.
The Northern Lights is a natural light display splashed across the sky, and you can only see these natural phenomena in certain countries around the planet’s north pole.
Day 3: Ice Cave Hike & Northern Lights at Camp Barentz
Morning: Hike to Svalbard’s Ice Caves (5 Hours): You’ll start day three with a guided hike up to a glacier. Descending into ice caves and tunnels formed by melting snow and ice, you’ll reach and explore these underground attractions.
Evening: Northern Lights Supper at Camp Barentz (3 Hours): You’ll then go to Camp Barentz for a traditional Arctic dinner. On the menu for the evening is reindeer stew and other authentic cuisine. Your guide will then take you outside for another Northern Lights viewing.
Day 4: Departure
After breakfast wraps up a whirlwind of Svalbard winter activities, you’ll be taken to the airport to return home.
Ready to Go on the Arctic Adventure of a Lifetime?
Do you want to visit one of the few places in the world showcasing the Northern Lights, enjoy electric snowmobile tours, explore ice cave hikes in Svalbard, or go polar night dog sledding and see Svalbard reindeer? Consider this three-day winter getaway package if you answered “Yes!” to any of the above.
Book your Svalbard winter getaway and reserve your spot on an Arctic adventure!
Note: The included offer and confirmation of the Svalbard winter getaway are subject to service provider availability. Meanwhile, the estimated price for the three-day Arctic adventure is for a single passenger older than 12 years old and based on a standard room with double occupancy.
Please remember that certain itinerary highlights, such as the Northern Lights and wildlife sightings, can’t be guaranteed due to weather and environmental factors outside our control.
