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Silver Explorer
12 Night Expedition Fire & Ice
Reykjavik to Longyearbyen 7214

Ship: Silver Explorer
Cruise Line: Silversea Cruises
Departures:  13 June 2012
Duration: 12 Nights
Ports: Reykjavik, Grundarfjordur, Vigur Island, Husavik, Jan Mayen, Svalbard, Longyearbyen
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Reykjavik
Airport gateway (Departure) : Oslo

Itinerary

Date

Day

Port

Arrive

Depart

13 Jun 2012

Wed

Reykjavik, Iceland

 

19:00

14 Jun 2012

Thu

Grundarfjordur, Iceland

07:00

18:30

15 Jun 2012

Fri

Vigur Island, Iceland

07:30

13:00

16 Jun 2012

Sat

Husavik, Iceland

07:30

19:00

17 Jun 2012

Sun

Day at Sea

   

18 Jun 2012

Mon

Jan Mayen, Norway

08:00

13:00

19 Jun 2012

Tue

Day at Sea

   

20 Jun 2012

Wed

Day at Sea

   

21 Jun 2012

Thu

Cruise & Explore Svalbard

   

22 Jun 2012

Fri

Cruise & Explore Svalbard

   

23 Jun 2012

Sat

Cruise & Explore Svalbard

   

24 Jun 2012

Sun

Cruise & Explore Svalbard

   

25 Jun 2012

Mon

Longyearbyen, Norway

06:30

 

* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected

 

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Ports

Reykjavik

Reykjavik is the gateway to Iceland's stunning natural wonders, which range from ice fields to boiling thermal pools. The landscape on the island seems to be in a continual process of transformation much like its society, which blends Nordic tradition with sophisticated technology.

Country - Iceland
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 3kms
Currency - Icelandic Krona (ISK)

Places of Interest
Blue Lagoon, Gullfoss Waterfall, Thingvellir National Park

Grundarfjordur



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Distance from port to City
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Places of Interest

Husavik

It has a picturesque harbour and snow capped peaks. It is a typical Icelandic town and is known as an award winning whale-watching venue. The area of Husavik is a cetacean paradise. Seeing whales during the season is almost certain. Whales likely to be seen include the Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, Fin Whales, Sei Whales, Orcas, Dolphins and harbour porpoises.

Longyearbyen



Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)

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Silversea Cruises

Silversea Cruises

Art inspires. Awakens your emotions and stimulates your thoughts.

In the quiet calm of morning, your private veranda becomes a place of true inspiration. Surrounded by the magnificence of the dawning day, at one with the vista of sea and sky, in awe of nature and the vast beauty of this world. The shoreline of the next port slides closer and closer into view, and with it an undeniable anticipation of things to come and the promise of limitless possibilities.

Silversea creates exceptional ocean journeys with unique opportunities to explore remote ports-of-call from an intimate haven of incomparable luxury, each voyage a unique masterpiece. Discover genuine European expertise reflected in every detail, from our tranquil all-suite accommodation and uncompromising service to distinctive fine dining and a carefree all-inclusive philosophy.

Our guests hail from across the globe, yet share an appreciation for the spectrum of choice offered in Silversea’s array of exotic destinations and exclusive explorations ashore. By blending these elements together with enrichment experiences, each new port becomes more than a destination, it becomes a state of mind, transcending the traditional concepts of cruising. It is this distinction that has earned Silversea the reputation of World’s Best.

Silversea … The art of travel. The art of good living.

 

Ship info

Silver Explorer

Embark on a luxurious Silversea expedition to the best far-flung destinations in the world, aboard a ship destined to become world’s best in its class.

Introducing Silver Explorer, a purpose-built expedition ship unlike any other. Designed specifically for navigating waters in some of the world’s most remote destinations, including both of earth’s polar regions, the 6,072-ton vessel boasts a strengthened hull with the highest Lloyd’s Register ice-class notation (1A) for passenger ships. With eight Zodiac boats, her 132 privileged guests can visit even the most off-the-beaten path locations. Experience the thrill of a true expedition aboard Silver Explorer. Venture deep into regions where other vessels cannot go whilst enjoying a privileged lifestyle that is simply second-to-none.

Onboard, savour a convivial cosmopolitan ambience and the many special amenities usually found only on larger ships, including a spacious Library with an Internet Café, boutique shopping, a full-service spa, beauty salon, fitness centre, sauna and two top deck whirlpools. Silver Explorer even features live evening entertainment and The Humidor, where connoisseurs can enjoy the finest cigars and cognacs — diversions offered by no other expedition ship.

 


Dining

This ship has 1 restaurant

 

  • Club Restaurant (Traditional)
  • Open-seating dining
  • Relais & Chateaux gourmet menus
  • Complimentary wines and spirits served throughout the ship
  • Complimentary 24-hour room service
     

Entertainment

  • Live evening entertainment 

Onboard Activities

  • Expert naturalists and special guest lecturers
  • Complimentary, hosted adventures ashore
  • Open bridge policy
  • Ship-wide Internet access and cellular phone service (fee applies)
  • Internet Cafe
  • Shopping Boutique
  • Full service spa
  • Beauty Salon
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Top deck whirlpools

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage 6,072 Tonnes
Star Rating Not Rated 
Size/Style of Ship Boutique Ship
Entered Service Refurbished 2008
Registry Bahamas
Former Name None
Length 107.90 metres
Beam 15.85 metres
Draft NA
Propulsion/Propellers NA
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots) 14
Passenger Capacity (twin) 132
Crew 111
Nationality of Officers International
Nationality of Crew International
Total Cabins 66
Total Inside cabins 0
Total Outside cabins 46
Cabin/Suites with Balcony 20
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins TBA
Passenger Decks 5
Cabin Electricity 110v
Elevators 2
Self-Service Laundry TBA
Onboard Currency (subject to change) TBA

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