Welcome to TravelLive India, an IATA accredited tour operator with over 200 years of cumulative experience, catering to both corporate and leisure travelers. Our friendly and knowledgeable Tour Director will meet and greet you at the airport three hours before departure, assisting with check-in formalities. Your luggage will be tagged directly to Oslo.

Welcome to Norway, famously known as the land of the Midnight Sun. After completing immigration and customs, and freshening up, you'll embark on a guided tour of Oslo, Norway's captivating capital. An English-speaking Norwegian guide will lead you on a coach tour, showcasing Oslo's unique setting at the Oslo Fjord's head, surrounded by forested ridges, offering the city an unexpected charm and a diverse cultural life.

Your Oslo tour includes the renowned Vigeland Sculpture Park, showcasing over 200 works by the famous Norwegian sculptor Gustav Vigeland. Additionally, you'll enjoy an orientation tour highlighting the Royal Palace and the picturesque Oslo harbor. The Royal Palace, constructed in the early 19th century, serves as the Norwegian Monarch's official residence. The day concludes with dinner, followed by check-in at your hotel for an overnight stay.

Take your flight to Longyearbyen in Svalbard, renowned as the world's northernmost city. As you arrive, the crisp Arctic air and a signpost alerting about polar bears immediately immerse you in this unique setting. The striking view of the snow-covered Hjorthfjellet mountain and the serene glaciers of northern Spitsbergen create a breathtaking backdrop.

Upon landing, board the MV Ocean Albatros Cruise ship. Following a necessary safety briefing and lifeboat drill, you'll have the opportunity to step onto the deck. Here, celebrate the commencement of your Arctic expedition with a glass of champagne, as you set sail from the rugged landscape of Longyearbyen towards new adventures.

On Day 4, our expedition ship ventures into Northwest Svalbard, a sprawling protected wilderness in Europe, designated as a national park in 1973. As we explore this historically rich area, we delve into the stories of early human explorations. This region, first recorded by Dutch explorer William Barents in 1596, was once a hub for whaling, evident in the remnants of the 16th-century Dutch settlement of Smeerenburg.

As we sail through, we'll witness the stark yet beautiful landscapes where traces of past human activity are now fading under the relentless Arctic forces. Despite the harsh environment, the brief summer season brings bursts of life, with Arctic poppies and purple saxifrage blooming. The region is a haven for wildlife; seabirds, geese, and eider ducks return here to breed, while walruses lounge on the beaches.

Most thrillingly, the presence of wandering polar bears in this rewilded area adds an element of excitement to our expedition, reminding us of the untamed nature of the high Arctic. Our journey through Northwest Svalbard promises a blend of historical intrigue and natural wonder, set against the backdrop of one of the most remote and untouched regions on Earth.

Today, our expedition ship enters the mesmerizing Arctic Ice Pack, stretching from Svalbard to the North Pole, and further across the Arctic Ocean towards Chukotka and Alaska. This vast and dynamic ice habitat, one of Earth's largest, transforms seasonally, expanding in winter and retreating in summer.

As we spend two full days exploring this remote icy realm, we're likely to encounter its hidden wonders. The Arctic Ice Pack, at first a seemingly barren white expanse, gradually reveals a vibrant ecosystem beneath its frosty surface.

As the Ocean Albatros maneuvers through the ice's narrow channels, small fish dart through the clear waters beneath us. Kittiwakes and Glaucous Gulls follow in our wake, while seals bask on the ice under the Arctic sun. Keep an eye out for water spouts that could signal the presence of majestic belugas or even the colossal bowhead whale.

Amidst this icy landscape, the highlight awaits – the polar bear. This solitary, majestic creature, the King of the Arctic, roams the ice, a stark yellowish figure against the white. Its presence epitomizes the raw beauty and essence of this extreme environment, the ultimate objective of our Arctic expedition.

As we depart from the northern icy regions, we return to the more welcoming northwest shores of Spitsbergen, historically frequented by whalers and sealers. This area has been a crucial hub for exploratory and scientific expeditions, with legendary figures like Nobile, Amundsen, Nansen, and their ships—the Norge and the Fram—having passed by in their polar quests.

We'll visit Ny-Ålesund, the world's northernmost community, which has transitioned from a coal mining town to a key research settlement with stations from 12 countries, dedicated to preserving Arctic biodiversity.

Visible remnants of polar exploration history abound. On Danskøya, rusting relics of early polar attempts remain, and in Ny-Ålesund, the historic airship mast from Amundsen's Norge expedition still stands. As the Ocean Albatros docks in Kongsfjorden, explore Ny-Ålesund to witness modern Arctic science in action in this unique northern settlement.

In the evening, the Ocean Albatros will head back to Longyearbyen. This town will feel lively after days in the secluded sea ice. If possible, we'll take a short walking tour of Longyearbyen and visit the Svalbard Museum to see artifacts from the whaling era and exhibits on the archipelago's natural history.

Enjoy some shopping in local boutiques for unique souvenirs and relax at a café, soaking in the town's atmosphere. After exploring Longyearbyen, we'll proceed to Svalbard Airport as per the Albatros flight schedule, to return to Oslo. In Oslo, you'll be transferred for dinner and check into your hotel near the airport, carrying with you lasting memories of the journey.

If time permits, take the opportunity to explore Oslo, the capital city, at your leisure before your departure.

Later, you will be transferred to the airport for your final flight out of Norway. Ensure your luggage is tagged all the way to Kolkata. Your return journey includes a connecting flight via Dubai. The tour concludes here.