Journey to the North Pole
Journey to the North Pole
Journey to the North Pole
14 Days Starting and ending in Helsinki
Visiting: Helsinki, Murmansk, Arctic Ocean, Franz Josef Land
Tour operator:
Tour code:
PNP
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 128
Physical rating:
Low, Leisurely
Age range:
18 to 99
Special diets catered:
Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
This journey combines the raw power of the ship with the use of helicopter flights for aerial viewing. Crushing through pack ice that is metres thick, the 'Victory' can sail in conditions that would defeat any other ship. Reaching the ‘top of the world’, the experience of standing where all directions are south, is incomparable. There will be time to perform the shortest possible circumnavigation of the globe before heading south to explore the remote Franz Josef Land. With its massive flat-topped islands and steep basalt cliffs, this archipelago is a birdwatcher's paradise. This is quite simply a voyage without comparison.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Start Helsinki, Overnight In Hotel.
Location: Helsinki
Meals Included: No Meals
Our journey starts in Helsinki where we spend the night at a centrally
located hotel.
Day 2 : Charter Flight To Murmansk, Russia; Board Ship And Embark.
Location: Murmansk
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
From Helsinki, a charter flight will take you to Murmansk, Russia, where
you’ll embark on the voyage to the North Pole and get acquainted with 50
Years of Victory, the world’s largest and most powerful icebreaker.
Day 3 - 6 : Travel North In The Arctic Ocean, With The Ship Breaking Through The Formidable Pack Ice.
Location: Arctic Ocean
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Watching Victory crush through the Arctic pack-ice is a sight you’ll never forget, made even more memorable by taking a helicopter flight for a thrilling aerial view of Victory and expansive Arctic Ocean.You can expect the days, and hours, to present variable sailing conditions this far north. The crossing from Murmansk to the North Pole can take us anywhere from 5 to 8 days.
Day 7 : 90° North, With Time To Celebrate Reaching The Top Of The World.
Location: Arctic Ocean
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
All the anticipation of the prior days reaches a climax as we reach the North
Pole! Many travelers find themselves overcome with emotion, while others are
in a festive and celebratory mood.Take photos, wave a flag, enjoy the moment!
Later, everyone enjoys a champagne toast and a BBQ on the ice. Take a Polar
Plunge into the icy waters marking the North pole. Add an exclamation to your
success by rising high in a hot air balloon to commemorate this great moment
(weather dependent).
Day 8 : Travel South In The Arctic Ocean.
Location: Arctic Ocean
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
As 50 Years of Victory makes her way back through the churning pack ice, we
may spot Polar bears on the hunt with Ivory gulls following close behind -
eager to dine on leftovers.
Day 9 - 10 : Visit Franz Josef Land; Helicopters And Zodiacs Are Used To Transfer Ashore For Landings.
Location: Franz Josef Land
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This group of 191 islands forms the most northerly archipelago in Eurasia, and lies entirely within the Arctic Circle. Here we'll explore Cape Flora, and discover historic remains from three ill-fated Arctic expeditions.When conditions permit, Zodiac trips beneath towering cliffs will explore remote seabird rookeries. Onboard helicopters again provide aerial sightseeing and our Zodiacs transferyou to seldom visited landing sites.This part of the Arctic Ocean is so remote that Franz Josef Land was discovered after Antarctica. It is the most northerly archipelago in Eurasia and lies entirely within the Arctic Circle. We may see walrus and Polar bears on these islands, which we'lll explore on Zodiac excursions and helicopter sightseeing rides.
Day 11 - 12 : Southbound At Sea.
Location: Arctic Ocean
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
During our southbound journey, as it was on our journey north, we keep a
vigil for Polar bears on ice. No two Polar bear sightings or North Pole
voyages are the same.
Day 13 : Disembark In Murmansk; Charter Flight To Helsinki, Night In Hotel.
Location: Murmansk
Meals Included: Breakfast
The return to Helsinki requires a charter flight from Murmansk and just the right tide conditions for docking the ship. Overnight in Helsinki, in a centrally located hotel.
Day 14 : End Helsinki.
Location: Helsinki
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our adventure finishes after breakfast in Helsinki.
What's Included
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We can include flights from the UK. Please contact us for a quote.
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All transport and listed activities
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Full complement of qualified Expedition Staff
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Gratuities for hotel and expedition staff (2019 departures)
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All meals while on the ship
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Beer and wine with dinner
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All accommodation
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Meals
8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners.
What's Not Included
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Visas or vaccinations
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Travel insurance
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Single accommodation (available on request)
Accommodation
Food
All meals while on the ship included.Typical MealsThe ships galley offers good quality service and cuisine throughout, with excellent chefs preparing international menus including vegetarian dishes, accompanied by a wide variety of drinks from around the world on sale.Breakfast: Buffet style – unlimited tea and coffee, a selection of fruit juices, hot options including bacon and eggs or omelettes, a selection of bread and toast and jam/honey/marmalade, fruit and cereal.Lunch: Three course set meal or buffet, or the occasional BBQ.Dinner: Three or four courses with a starter of soup and/or salad, a choice of mains with at least one vegetarian option and a dessert, with tea and coffee.Vegetarians and vegans can be well catered for on this holiday - please do inform us before departure of any special dietary requests so that our local team can be well prepared.
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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