Unlock the Heart of the Arctic with Silversea

 

Special Savings

Enjoy savings of up to 20% on select Door-to-Door All-Inclusive fares when booked between January 17 - February 28, 2023.

Silversea Expeditions’ Arctic cruises are the true definition of transformative travel, providing unparalleled access to more than 100 destinations throughout the Arctic on expeditions of 9 to 24 days. Sailings are fully all-inclusive and designed for maximum discovery.

Enriching your experience, you will be accompanied by experts in marine biology, geology, wildlife, history and more, allowing you to venture deeper into the heart of this stunningly remote region. Back onboard, you will return from your day’s discoveries pampered by your butler, 24-hour on-demand caviar, luxurious suites, fine-dining, and so much more. Silversea has curated every aspect of your journey to the highest standards of luxury, from private flights to hotel stays, transfers, and more - for a door-to-door experience.

Whether trekking across the tundra in the footsteps of great explorers, skipping over icy waters in a Zodiac®, encountering indigenous wildlife in their incredible habitat or immersing yourself in local culture, exploring the Arctic will be the journey of a lifetime. Keep reading to learn more about the different awe-inspiring Arctic regions you can discover and the experience you can expect with Silversea. For further reading - learn more about the differences between the Arctic and Antarctica.

Svalbard

Located halfway between the northernmost tip of Norway and the North Pole, Svalbard is the Land of the Polar Bear – a High Arctic archipelago of rugged mountains, towering ice caps, immense glaciers and deep frozen fjords. The immense silence creates a tranquillity unrivalled almost anywhere on Earth, with majestic landscapes teeming with walruses, seals, foxes and bears, whales, and more.

Greenland

Home to the largest ice sheet outside of Antarctica, Greenland offers some of the world’s most beautiful ice fjords and icebergs, and includes the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ilulissat which has almost as many sled-dogs as people. In Northern and Eastern Greenland, polar bears, Arctic foxes, musk oxen, walruses, rare various species of birds and wild reindeer roaming across the tundra will delight nature lovers. Western Greenland offers even more opportunities to explore the island’s stunning coastal scenery, and catch glimpses of Humpback and Fin whales. You will also connect with the local communities, learning about their culture and the ways the inhabitants still embrace and preserve ancient traditions.

The Canadian Arctic

Follow the footsteps of early Norse explorers on an expedition to fantastic fjords, fierce wildlife and fractured lands in Canada’s far north. Sail the legendary Northwest Passage to captivating islands, home to Inuit hamlets and rare species. Uncover humbling vistas and spectacular sounds, flanked by massive cliffs and ice fields, and keep an eye out for polar bears. Despite the remoteness of the Canadian Arctic, even these parts of the world have been inhabited for centuries. Visit the local communities and hear about the inhabitants cultural views, ancient beliefs and timeless traditions.

Included in your Arctic voyage aboard Silversea:

Pre & Post Cruise Benefits

• Private executive transfers(between home and airport)
• International roundtrip flights (or air credit)
• Business Class upgrades at reduced rates
• Charter flights to access Greenland, Canada and Svalbard
• Pre- and post-cruise hotel nights, depending on Silversea’s airprogramme flight schedule
• Transfers between hotel, airport and ship
• Luggage handling

Activities & Gear (expeditions)

• Highly-qualified Expedition Team, comprising experts in their field
• Guided Zodiac, kayak, land and sea tours, and shore-side activities
• Enrichment lectures by our Expedition Team
• Complimentary expedition parka
• Complimentary backpack and water bottle

Fine Dining & Beverages

• Multiple open-seated restaurants, serving diverse cuisine and an in-suite 24-hour dining service
• Sustainable caviar on demand 24 hours per day
• Beverages in-suite and throughout the ship,including champagne and selected wines, premium spirits, soft drinks, and more

Personalized service & Benefits

• Butler service in every suite category
• Industry leading crew-to-guest ratio
• Onboard gratuities
• Unlimited Wi-Fi

Small Ship Luxury

Silversea’s intimate ice-class ships are small enough to go where others can’t, allowing you access to some of the most spectacular landscapes you will ever see, yet spacious enough to make your expedition feel luxurious. And with a staff-to-guest ratio of nearly 1:1, your experience onboard is always tailored to you.

 

To explore the Arctic aboard Silversea, contact your Cadence Travel Advisor or fill out the form below and we will connect you!