Atlas Ocean Voyages announces 2026 Arctic expeditions

Atlas Ocean Voyages’ 2026 Arctic season will feature six- and seven-night expeditions and, for the first time, include pre-cruise hotel stays.

Onboard World Voyager and World Navigator, the season will also discover new ports, exploring the remote Skjoldungen Island in Greenland, the heart of Icelandic culture in Stykkishólmur, and “miniature Norway” from Senja, known as the island of adventure.

Reaching restricted areas for larger ships from Svalbard, Atlas’ small intimate yachts provide fewer than 200 guests with the opportunity to explore the remote region.

All expeditions departing from Longyearbyen and Kangerluusuaq include the pre-cruise hotel.

“Atlas Ocean Voyages continues to leverage our smaller size to expand expedition experiences, including exploring Svalbard, which will soon not be accessible to larger ships with stringent restrictions,” said James A. Rodriguez, president and CEO of Atlas Ocean Voyages. “I am enthused by the Arctic program the team has assembled for the 2026 season, especially these sailings, which enable guests to explore the most remote regions.”

On expeditions embarking or concluding in Longyearbyen or Kangerlussuaq, guests will enjoy an inclusive charter flight inclusion.

Expeditions departing or ending in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, include charter air flights from Oslo, Norway, to Longyearbyen, making it easier for guests to begin or end their expedition.

Expeditions departing or ending in Kangerlusssuaq will include charter air flights from New York’s JFK.

For 2026 Arctic polar expeditions, a complimentary pre-cruise hotel night is included for all departures from Longyearbyen, with accommodations provided in Oslo the night before the charter flight.

Additionally, for the Aug. 31, 2026, departure from Kangerlussuaq, a pre-cruise hotel night will be offered in New York the night before the charter flight.

Every 2026 Polar Expedition by Atlas includes a free cultural immersion experience, offering guests unique insights into local communities.

Examples include visits to Indigenous villages like Ittoqqortoormiit, Paimutt or Ilulisat in Greenland, where guests can engage with local traditions, taste regional treats and explore cultural nuances.

In Longyearbyen, guests will enjoy a panoramic drive and a welcome-aboard event, featuring an insightful talk on local life, complemented by delicacies, such as reindeer canapés, coal mine beer and regional chocolate.

Adventure activities include free Zodiac sightseeing safaris, allowing for up-close-and-personal experiences with landscapes and wildlife.

Landings are also made ashore and, for the daring, take the exhilarating polar plunge.

Each guest also receives a complimentary parka to take home with them.

Take a look at some of the sailings planned for the 2026 season:

Shorter Svalbard expeditions

Guests embark on a seven-night expedition from Tromsø to Longyearbyen, featuring ports along the stunning Norwegian coast, including Hammerfest and Skarsvåg (North Cape), Norway, before culminating in the breathtaking landscapes of Svalbard, departing May 22, 2026.

A six or seven -night expedition Longyearbyen roundtrip is available for departures May 29, June 5 and June 11, 2026.

Iceland and Greenland

Expeditions will continue visiting Greenland in 2026, a favourite offering allowing travellers to explore Svalbard, Iceland, and Greenland in one extraordinary journey.

Whether it's the towering icebergs, vibrant coastal villages or the mesmerizing Northern Lights, each day promises a new and awe-inspiring experience.

Choose from expeditions of 10 to 15 nights for an unforgettable experience. Departures: July 29, July 31, Aug. 11 (solar eclipse), Aug. 15, Aug. 20, Aug. 30, Aug. 31 and Sept. 10, 2026.

Norway

Two departures featuring the Norwegian fjords and Svalbard, departing June 18 and July 19, 2026.

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