Russian Arctic: Franz Josef Land & Novaya Zemlya
Russian Arctic
Follow in the footsteps of early arctic explorers on the Jewels of the Russian Arctic: Franz Josef Land and Novaya Zemlya expedition, voyaging to two of the most isolated, icy archipelagoes in the Russian High Arctic. From the mountains of Novaya Zemlya to the wildlife sanctuary of Franz Josef Land, these are rugged and essentially uninhabited landscapes that few have ever experienced. There’s no shortage of amazing adventures in these remote regions, where ice-capped peaks soar majestically out of the water and polar bears wander in their natural environment
- Seldom-visited high Arctic archipelago of Franz Josef Land
- Zodiac landings provide access to seldom visited sites
- Experience quintessential arctic wildlife, including walrus, whales and polar bears
- On board lecturers and educational presentations from polar experts
- Opportunity to spot polar wildlife, including some of the 50 species of seabirds such as the little auk, the Arctic’s ‘penguin of the north’
Free flight Package ex Helsinki!
Book before June 15, 2019 and we include the following Transfer package at no extra cost:
- One night’s pre- and post-expedition hotel accommodation in Helsinki
- Round-trip flights from Helsinki to Murmansk
- Transfers to and from the ship in Murmansk
- Transfers between the airport and hotel in Helsinki in conjunction with charter flight
Special Offers!
2021 departures: Book before Jan 31, 2021 and save 15% for Standard cabins* (excludes Triples) or 20% for Premium cabins** - Use Promocode EBB15 or EBB20. - plus, Free transfer package for premium cabins. 50% Reduced Deposit for all bookings!
- Save additional 10% if paid in full prior to 31 Jan 2021 (contact us for details).
2022 departure: Book before March 31, 2021 and save 15% for Standard cabins* (excludes Triples) or 20% for Premium cabins** - Use Promocode XXQ15 or XXQ20.
- Save additional 10% if paid in full prior to 31 Mar 2021 (contact us for details).
- Repeating passengers enjoy an additional 5% discount.
(*Standard Cabins: Lower Deck Twin, Main Deck Porthole, Main
Deck Window; **Premium Cabins: Superior, Deluxe, Suite, Owner’s Suite)
Stewart's Take
A rare chance to visit two stunningly beautiful High Arctic archipelagos
Overview
Follow in the footsteps of early arctic explorers on the Jewels of the Russian Arctic: Franz Josef Land and Novaya Zemlya expedition, voyaging to two of the most isolated, icy archipelagoes in the Russian High Arctic. From the mountains of Novaya Zemlya to the wildlife sanctuary of Franz Josef Land, these are rugged and essentially uninhabited landscapes that few have ever experienced. There’s no shortage of amazing adventures in these remote regions, where ice-capped peaks soar majestically out of the water and polar bears wander in their natural environment.Luxury Expedition Ship M/S Ocean Adventurer
This Polar Adventure Ship formerly known as Sea Adventurer was built in 1975. She underwent a $13 million conversion in 1998 and again in 2017. Her proud reputation is complimented by her well-appointed, elegance. Ocean Adventurer is the perfect expedition ship for people who enjoy soft adventures and creature comforts. Ocean Adventurer is equipped with Zodiacs for shore landings and ocean level cruising, yet offers fine dining, and cabins with exterior views and facilities en suite.
Included
- Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks on board throughout your voyage
- All shore landings per the daily program
- Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader
- A daily program of lectures by noted naturalists
- All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program
- Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and Special
- Guests as scheduled
- Photographic Journal on DVD, documenting the voyage
- A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landings
- An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
- Coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
- A selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Hair dryer and bathrobe in every cabin
- Comprehensive pre-departure materials, including a map and an informative
- Arctic Reader
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
- All luggage handling aboard ship
- Arrival transfer from Longyearbyen airport to your hotel if you arrive one day prior to embarkation
- On embarkation day transfer from your hotel or Longyearbyen airport to the ship
- On disembarkation day group transfer from the ship to airport or local designated drop-off location
- Emergency Evacuation Insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of US$100,000 per person
Excluded
- International airfare
- Passport and any applicable visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
- Any meals ashore with the exception of breakfast at the host hotel
- Baggage, cancellation, interruption, and medical travel insurance
- Excess baggage charges
- Laundry and other personal charges
- Telecommunications charges
- The voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
- Any overnight accommodation required due to flight connections
- Optional sea-kayaking activities
Rates and Share Bookings
Prices shown are per person in US Dollars on a shared basis. We can
on request also quote for you in Euros, British Pounds, Australian
Dollars or Swedish Crowns. If you are travelling alone and wish to
share, we can match you with someone of the same gender at share rate.
If desired, Single occupancy is available at 1.7 times the twin share
rate for standard cabins (or twice the share rate for premium cabins
or suites).
Deposits
Reservations require a deposit of 20% (minimum $1000 per person) at
the time you receive a booking confirmation from Expeditions Online. A
payment link will be sent to you and this may be paid by major credit
card. Bookings within 90 days of departure require full payment.
Final Payments
Balances are due 90 days prior to departure and may be paid by bank
transfer.
Cancellations
All requests for cancellation must be received in writing to
Expeditions Online. Cancellations received 365 days or more prior to
departure, are refundable less an administrative fee of
US$300/€250/AUD400/GBP250/SEK2750 per person - or a
US$400/€350/AUD550/GBP350/SEK3750 per person for future travel credit
within the next twelve (12) months of date of cancelled voyage. If
cancellation is received between 364 days and 91 days, the deposit is
forfeited. If cancellation occurs 90 days or less prior to departure,
all payments are forfeited. If full payment has not yet been received,
the full penalty will still apply, and any unpaid balance is due
immediately. To protect your investment, we highly recommend that you
obtain adequate trip cancellation insurance.
Booking Terms
Please read carefully the Terms and Conditions for Expeditions Online
(link at the bottom of this page). This voyage is operated by Quark
Expeditions and you additionally travel under their terms and
conditions as the operator as well as of the Shipping
Company/transport carrier. Details will be forwarded to you at the
time of booking.
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