Arctic · Svalbard · Greenland · Iceland
Arctic Solar Eclipse · Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland
Route Map
Route shown for orientation. The final sailing sequence, ports, landings and activities are determined by the operator and prevailing conditions.
Journey Overview
- Departure Date
- July 29, 2026
- End Date
- August 14, 2026
- Duration
- 17 days / 14 nights, including 3 hotel nights and 11 cruise nights
- Ship
- World Navigator
- Price
- From CNY 124,900
- Voyage
- Team 182 charter · Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland solar eclipse voyage
Journey Gallery
Images capture the character of the journey. Wildlife sightings, scenery and landing sites vary by departure and operating conditions.
A 17-day Arctic expedition timed around the 2026 solar eclipse, combining Svalbard, East Greenland and Iceland with 11 nights aboard World Navigator.
Route Map
Route shown for orientation. The final sailing sequence, ports, landings and activities are determined by the operator and prevailing conditions.
Journey Highlights
Svalbard, Greenland, Iceland and the Solar Eclipse
Sail between Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland, combining Arctic wilderness with the August 12, 2026 solar eclipse viewing opportunity in Iceland.
Core Eclipse Viewing Window
Iceland lies within an important viewing area for this eclipse. Away from dense city light, travelers may experience daylight dimming and the corona appearing. Viewing conditions remain weather dependent.
Scoresby Sound and East Greenland
Scoresby Sound is true Arctic wilderness, with a world-class fjord system, icebergs, mountains, tundra and Inuit communities. It is one of the natural highlights of the voyage.
Svalbard Ice-Edge Expedition
The Svalbard section focuses on glaciers, sea ice, polar bears, walrus, seabirds and Arctic communities, supported by Zodiac cruising and expedition lectures.
World Navigator
World Navigator is a small luxury expedition ship, offering polar landings, lectures, Zodiac cruising and comfortable onboard spaces.
Iceland Golden Circle and South Coast
After disembarkation, explore Reykjavík, the Blue Lagoon, Skogafoss, black-sand beaches, the Golden Circle, Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss and Geysir, with the eclipse viewing arranged during the Iceland stay.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Use the alongside the day-by-day itinerary for a clear view of the journey.
International Departure / Oslo, Norway
Depart internationally for Oslo, Norway. On arrival, transfer to the hotel and rest before beginning the Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland and solar eclipse journey.
Oslo, Norway
Explore selected highlights of Oslo, including the harbor setting, urban architecture and Nordic culture, then prepare for the next day's journey to Svalbard.
Longyearbyen / Embark World Navigator
Board World Navigator in Longyearbyen.
Svalbard Exploration
Begin exploring Svalbard. The captain and expedition team will look for suitable fjords, glaciers, tundra sites and wildlife-viewing windows according to ice and weather conditions.
Svalbard Exploration
Continue cruising the Svalbard archipelago. Possible wildlife sightings include polar bears, walrus, seals, seabirds and reindeer. Zodiac cruising and landings are subject to onsite safety assessments.
Svalbard Exploration
Sail deeper into the high-Arctic waters around Svalbard. Sea ice, glaciers, mountains and tundra create a layered polar landscape, while lectures focus on Arctic ecology, glaciers and wildlife observation.
Greenland Sea
Cross the Greenland Sea. Sea days allow time for lectures on flora and fauna, geology, sea ice, marine mammals, climate and photography.
Kaiser Franz Joseph Fjord
Enter the Kaiser Franz Joseph Fjord region in East Greenland, where icebergs, glaciers, mountains and remote wilderness form a dramatic Arctic fjord landscape.
Kaiser Franz Joseph Fjord
Continue cruising or landing in the Kaiser Franz Joseph Fjord area. Depending on ice, the expedition team may navigate Zodiacs through brash ice for close views of glacier tongues, broken ice and fjord terrain.
Scoresby Sound
Arrive in Scoresby Sound, a true Arctic wilderness with world-class fjords, icebergs, mountains, tundra and Inuit settlements.
Scoresby Sound
Continue exploring Scoresby Sound. Look for icebergs, snow-covered mountains, tundra colors, Arctic wildlife and the culture of East Greenland communities such as Ittoqqortoormiit.
Denmark Strait
Cross the Denmark Strait toward Iceland. The sea day is a good time to review observations from Greenland, attend onboard lectures and join photography sharing sessions.
Grundarfjordur
Arrive in Grundarfjordur on the northern side of Iceland's Snaefellsnes Peninsula, known for mountains, sea views, waterfalls, coastlines and a warm small-town atmosphere.
Iceland South Coast
Disembarkation in Reykjavík and explore Iceland's south coast, including the Blue Lagoon, Skogafoss, Dyrholaey, the village of Vik and black-sand volcanic beaches.
Golden Circle and Solar Eclipse Viewing
Visit the Golden Circle and view the solar eclipse. Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss, Geysir and the eclipse-viewing window in western Iceland form the core of the day. Viewing results depend on weather.
Return from Iceland
Return from Iceland according to the flight schedule, connecting onward to China and concluding the Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland and solar eclipse voyage.
Landing sites shown are examples. The expedition team will adjust actual landings and cruising according to weather, ice and sea conditions.
Your Ship & Accommodation
World Navigator
World Navigator is a small luxury expedition ship operated by Atlas Ocean Voyages. On this voyage, she operates the Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland solar eclipse charter route with Zodiac cruising, landings and polar lectures onboard.
- Operator
- Atlas Ocean Voyages
- Ship
- World Navigator
- Voyage
- Team 182 charter
- Activities
- Zodiac cruising and landings
Public Areas
- Observation decks
- Main dining room
- Lounge
- Lecture space
- Fitness and spa areas
Ocean View Stateroom
Deck 3 · 17 sqm
French Balcony Stateroom
Deck 5 or 6 · 25 sqm
Balcony Stateroom
Deck 5 or 6 · 22 sqm plus 3 sqm balcony
Suite Categories
Navigator / Discovery / Journey suite categories
Fares & Inclusions
Cabin Fares
| Cabin | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean View Stateroom | Deck 3 · 17 sqm | From CNY 124,900 |
| French Balcony Stateroom | Deck 5 · 25 sqm | From CNY 144,900 |
| Balcony Stateroom | Deck 5 · 22 sqm plus 3 sqm balcony | From CNY 154,900 |
| French Balcony Stateroom | Deck 6 · 25 sqm | From CNY 154,900 |
| Balcony Stateroom | Deck 6 · 22 sqm plus 3 sqm balcony | From CNY 164,900 |
| Deluxe Balcony Stateroom | Deck 6 · 25 sqm plus 3 sqm balcony | From CNY 177,900 |
| Deluxe French Balcony Stateroom | Deck 6 · 28 sqm | From CNY 177,900 |
| Journey Suite | Deck 5 · 30 sqm plus 6 sqm balcony | From CNY 204,900 |
| Journey Suite | Deck 6 · 30 sqm plus 6 sqm balcony | From CNY 214,900 |
| Discovery Suite | Deck 5 · 35 sqm plus 6 sqm balcony | From CNY 214,900 |
| Navigator Suite | Deck 5 · 37 sqm plus 6 sqm balcony | From CNY 224,900 |
| Navigator Suite | Deck 6 · 37 sqm plus 6 sqm balcony | From CNY 234,900 |
What's Included
- Round-trip international group economy-class flights from Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou or Hong Kong to Europe, including taxes.
- European domestic group economy-class flights, including taxes.
- 11 nights aboard World Navigator, port charges and onboard meals.
- Hotels, transfers, meals and visits listed in the land itinerary.
- Chinese tour leader, ship expedition team and Zodiac cruising or landing arrangements, subject to ship operations, weather and ice conditions.
- Travel insurance, visa service fee and driver-guide gratuities.
What's Not Included
- Passport application fees.
- Single supplement, single-occupancy cabin supplement and cabin upgrade differences.
- Personal expenses, alcoholic beverages, laundry, communication charges and items not expressly listed.
- Additional expenses caused by force majeure, weather, ice, flight changes or policy adjustments.
- Losses caused by personal cancellation or changes.
Good to Know
Booking & Travel Terms
Arctic summer temperatures may rise above 0°C, but cold-weather gear is still required. Some cabin categories with sofa beds may accommodate three guests.
Visa
Please consult an advisor about Schengen visa requirements and the latest entry rules for each country.
Booking Notes
Solar eclipse viewing is weather dependent. Arctic landings are affected by ice, wind and sea conditions.
Booking Policy
- A deposit is required to secure space. The exact percentage is subject to the signed contract.
- Final payment is due according to the contract schedule before departure.
Visa Notes
Visa requirements vary by destination. Please confirm the latest policy and processing timeline with a Newayer Cruises advisor.