North Pole ( 50 Years of Victory ) 2016 - 2017

  • Days 9
  • Style Original
  • Travellers rating

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  • finland

    86°F

    86°F

  • From HKD 32695 +

Start

11 Mar 2017

Finish

17 Mar 2017

OR
HKD 32695 +
Tour Code:738639

Have the world at your feet while at the North Pole

If there’s one place you can really feel on top of the world, the North Pole is it. Few people ever have the surreal experience of seeing the world from its northernmost point. This is one trip with a distinct goal, and the feeling of accomplishing such a rare feat is a huge rush. Witness slow-moving ice, silent, white landscapes and marvel at the heroism of those who came before you. It’s a tough voyage, but your transport is well equipped for the mission – 50 Years of Victory is the most powerful icebreaker ship in the world. Be awed as the mighty vessel crushes through ice three m thick, paving your way through the most northern reaches of the Arctic Ocean. And when it’s time to head back home, wind down with a visit to Franz Joseph Land, where a bounty of wildlife and striking natural scenery awaits.

Schedule & Pricing Details

  • Date
  • Start

    11 Mar 2017

    Finish

    17 Mar 2017

    OR
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Attention

Cruise ship (12 nights)

  • Highlights

    Location

    City:finland

    Name:Have the world at your feet while at the North Pole

    Address:finland

    Tel: 00852-21210230

    Itinerary

    Day

    1

    adventure
    one-night
    magical

    Your adventure begins with one-night in magical Helsinki, Finland's capital. Staying up to the wee hours is easy in here, as daylight fades to twilight for only a few hours during summer. No arrival transfer included. Special Information

    Day

    2

    you’ll
    passengers
    charter

    From Helsinki, you’ll join your fellow passengers on the charter flight that will take you to Murmansk, Russia, where you’ll embark on your voyage to the North Pole and get acquainted with 50 Years of Victory, the world’s largest and most powerful icebreaker.

    Day

    3

    Victory
    feeling
    icebreaker

    Being on board Victory and feeling the icebreaker as it crushes through the Arctic pack-ice is an experience you’ll never forget. Just as memorable is boarding the ship’s helicopter for a thrilling aerial view over the ship and the expansive Arctic Ocean. You can expect variable sailing conditions this far north. The crossing from Murmansk to the North Pole can take us anywhere from four to six days depending on ice conditions. This means you’ll have plenty of time to get to know your shipmates, be treated to lectures and discussions by our expedition team while keeping a lookout for bird life. There are also many wonderful amenities to take advantage of on board, such as the ship’s lap pool or basketball court.

    Day

    4

    anticipation
    reaches
    travellers

    All the anticipation reaches a climax as you reach the North Pole! Many travellers find themselves overcome with emotion, while others are in a festive and celebratory mood. Take photos, call your family, wave a flag; just be sure to enjoy your moment at the top! Later, everyone will celebrate with a champagne toast and a BBQ on the ice. If the opportunity allows, you also have the option of taking a Polar plunge into the icy waters around the North Pole. We’ll also attempt to launch passengers high above the pole in our hot air balloon to commemorate this great moment (highly weather dependent).

    Day

    5

    further
    hunting

    On our return voyage you can sit back and relax. As you head further south, you may get lucky and spot polar bears hunting for seals.

    Day

    6

    islands
    northerly
    archipelago

    This group of 191 islands forms the most northerly archipelago in Eurasia and lies entirely within the Arctic Circle. Here you’ll explore Cape Flora and discover historic remains from three ill-fated Arctic expeditions. When conditions permit, we’ll launch the Zodiacs and cruise beneath towering cliffs to allow you to explore remote seabird colonies. The 50 Years of Victory helicopter again will provide aerial sightseeing and our Zodiacs will be used to transfer you to seldom-visited landing sites. POSSIBLE LANDING SITES IN FRANZ JOSEF LAND ALEXANDER LAND World War II history, with the remains of Germany’s Schatsgräber station found here. There is also a large air landing strip and the frontier Russian station Nagurskaya, which was abandoned in 1996. ALGER ISLAND Relics from the turn of the 20th century are found along t...

    Day

    7

    reminisce
    shipmates
    friends

    Enjoy your time out on deck or reminisce with your shipmates and new friends as you cross the Arctic Ocean back to Murmansk.

    Day

    8

    Returning
    Russia’s
    northerly

    Returning to Russia’s most northerly city, it will be time to bid farewell to your ship, 50 Years of Victory. You’ll be transferred to the airport for your charter flight to Helsinki, Finland, to enjoy one final night with your newfound friends.

    Day

    9

    official
    Expeditions®
    journey

    After breakfast, your official Quark Expeditions® journey comes to an end. We do encourage you to spend some extra time exploring Helsinki, Tallinn and other cities in the region. No departure transfer included. Special Information

    Inclusions

    Included activities
    • Meals

      13 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 11 dinners

    • Transport

      Ship, Zodiac

    • Accommodation

      Cruise ship (12 nights)

    • Insurance

      This day tour excludes fee of insurance.

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