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Expedition cruise to the North Pole «On the icebreaker to the top of the planet»

Expedition cruise «On the icebreaker to the top of the planet»

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The unbelievable voyage aboard the unique ship is worthy of those who seek to conquer and win!
The journey begins and ends in Murmansk. From here, on board the world's most powerful nuclear 50 Years of Victory icebreaker, we go to the point of the geographical North Pole. Having reached the point of 90° north latitude, you will be standing on the «top of the planet», where the whole world will be at your feet, literally.

The route of this unique cruise also passes through the legendary archipelago of Franz Josef Land. Experience the feelings of the heroes of «Two Captains». The most heroic and tragic expeditions stopped on these islands: Nansen, Sedov, Brusilov, Papanin.

The 50 Years of Victory icebreaker is the largest and most powerful icebreaker in the world: 2 nuclear reactors, 75 000 horsepower, it is able to overcome ice up to 3 meters thick.

Photography

In the cruise an experienced photographer takes part. He is always ready to share his knowledges: both on board the ship during photo presentations and lectures, and in the process of photographing during landings.

If you are just get acquainted with the world of photography, don't get upset. Our photography tours are opened for advanced photographers as well as for beginners. You'll learn the key basics of photography in a unique environment, with the opportunity to get answers to your questions from the best photographers.

Helicopter flights

We make sure that our travelers are not limited in the role of Arctic contemplators. During expedition cruises to the North Pole, we land on the most inaccessible shores of the High Arctic, even to places where access to our expedition zodiac boats is closed. In such cases we use a helicopter.
In addition to landings, we offer our travelers helicopter flights over the icebreaker and the fantastic landscapes of the Arctic. Just imagine what pictures you can take during such flights!

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Murmansk is the world's largest city above the Arctic Circle

informative stories by polar experts about the most interesting features of the Arctic

landings on the ice and helicopter flights over a nuclear-powered ship running in the ice and Arctic islands

reaching the point of 90°N – the geographic North Pole

the shortest round-the-world trip

the northernmost photo shoot on the planet against the backdrop of an icebreaker

swimming in the waters of the Arctic Ocean (optional)

visiting one of the most inaccessible regions of the Arctic – the legendary archipelago Franz Josef Land

natural and historical mysteries of the Franz Josef Land islands

the possibility of meeting polar bears and walruses, if luck smiles

the northernmost bathhouse in the world

TOUR ITINERARY

Arrival in Murmansk. The route of our unique cruise begins in this polar city.
Transfer to the hotel in the city center (included in the tour price).
You will have time to explore the largest city in the world, located beyond the Arctic Circle (independent).
Meals on your own.
- Accommodation in a hotel
- Electricity available
- Good mobile signal
- Shower available
Breakfast at the hotel (included).
In the afternoon group transfer to the port.
We board the most powerful ship in the world – the nuclear-powered 50 Years of Victory icebreaker. Accommodation in a cabin of the chosen category.
We leave the Big Land and go out to the sea to meet the polar adventures.
- Electricity available
- Bad mobile signal
- Shower available
- Accommodation on ship board
The days on the ship are full of activities – we have a lot to do before to conquer the Pole.
Our polar experts will tell you about the most interesting features of the Arctic. From the open decks you can watch how 75 thousand horsepower of the atomic 50 Years of Victory icebreaker triumphantly makes its way through the three-meter thick ice. Even the captain's bridge is open for you!
But we will not only explore the Arctic in theory. As soon as weather conditions permit, we will arrange ice landings and helicopter flights over the ice-breaking nuclear submarine and Arctic islands. Just imagine what amazing pictures you can take!
- Electricity available
- Bad mobile signal
- Shower available
- Accommodation on ship board
On the approach to the Pole, the captain begins slow maneuvers to «put» the ship at 90°N – to reach the geographic North Pole. Yay, we are at the «top of the world»!
The North Pole is the point of intersection of the Earth's axis of rotation with its surface in the Northern Hemisphere. All meridians meet here: everywhere you look – everywhere is the South. Any other point on the surface of the Earth in relation to the North Pole is in the south direction.
We can make the shortest circumnavigation of the globe: it is enough to go around 90°N.
Let's make the most northern on the planet photo-session on the ice-breaker background. Let's swim in the Arctic Ocean. There will be polar barbecue and the world's northernmost bathhouse.
- Electricity available
- Bad mobile signal
- Shower available
- Accommodation on ship board
These days we will explore one of the most inaccessible regions of the Arctic – the Franz Josef Land archipelago.
Beyond the Arctic Circle lie the largest northern islands of Eurasia – Franz Josef Land. They are habitats for polar bears and walruses. The territory of Franz Josef Land is part of the Russian Arctic National Park. On the expanses of the islands the polar bears are full owners. We can meet these «masters of the Arctic» at any time in any place of the archipelago. The 24-hour polar day allows us to take every opportunity to observe the unique fauna.
Franz Josef Land is a huge archipelago of 192 islands, located only 10 degrees from the North Pole, with many interesting places to explore. The opportunity to discover the most fascinating pages of the archipelago's history is very attractive.
You will be able to experience the same feelings as the heroes of the legendary story of V. Kaverin «The Two Captains». During expedition to Franz Josef Land, in the attempt to reach the North Pole, Georgy Sedov, the famous polar explorer, died; his grave can be seen on Rudolf Island. Here, at Cape Flora on Northbrook Island, members of A.A. Brusilov's expedition, navigator Albanov and sailor Conrad, survived. The famous Norwegian explorers Nansen and Johansen spent 7 months on Cape Norway of Jackson Island after their unsuccessful attempt to conquer the North Pole. And these are just a few pages from the history book of Franz Josef Land.
One of the most unusual places on Franz Josef Land is Chump Island, located in the heart of the archipelago. Famous for its almost perfectly round stones, in the center of which the remains of mollusk shells are sometimes found. Geologists are still debating about the nature of the formation of this phenomenon.
We plan to visit Tikhaya Bay, known for the well-preserved structures of the first Soviet polar station. The base of the Russian Arctic National Park is also located here. And you will also have the opportunity to send a postcard to your friends from the world's northernmost post office.
- Electricity available
- Bad mobile signal
- Shower available
- Accommodation on ship board
Our icebreaker is heading towards Murmansk.
One of the days we will hold a final photo-presentation – invite you to relive the most impressive moments of the voyage once again.
At the end of the cruise participants are invited to a gala captain's dinner (evening dress code).
- Electricity available
- Bad mobile signal
- Shower available
- Accommodation on ship board
We return to the port of Murmansk, where our journey has began. But a lot has changed in these few days: now you belong to a select group of travelers who managed to look at the whole world from the «top of the planet».
Our journey is over.
After breakfast we will disembark from the ship and transfer to the airport.
Attention! A cruise to the North Pole is a trip to a remote, hard-to-reach region. All activities during the cruise depend on ice and weather conditions and are determined by the expedition leader and the captain. The actual course of the expedition may differs from the declared one. Meetings with the representatives of the animal world are not guaranteed.
- Good mobile signal

What is included in the price

English speaking guide service
visa support
one night hotel accommodation in Murmansk (breakfast included) before the cruise begins
group transfer from the airport to the hotel on the first day
group transfer from the hotel to the ship on the day the cruise starts
travel aboard the 50 Years of Victory icebreaker as indicated in the itinerary
all shore excursions and other activities by helicopter (scheduled group excursions, depending on weather conditions and the decision of our expedition leader)
all shore excursions and other activities with Zodiac boats during the cruise (scheduled group excursions, depending on weather conditions and the decision of our expedition leader)
support and information by polar experts, the expedition team and its leader
four meals a day (including fresh pastries for afternoon tea), 24/7 coffee/tea/water and snack station
rubber boots for landings for the duration of the cruise
information materials provided prior to the cruise
electronic travel diary with photos
group transfer from the ship to the airport or Murmansk city center at the end of the cruise
port fees throughout the program
signature expedition parka (yours to keep)
personal medical insurance for accidents on board (100,000 EUR coverage, includes emergency evacuation and repatriation)

What is not included

tickets to/from Murmansk
accommodation in Murmansk after cruise
airfare
passport and visa expenses (if applicable)
any state fees for entry/exit (if applicable)
meals ashore and additional nights of accommodation (if applicable)
alcoholic beverages
luggage insurance and travel cancellation insurance
excess luggage/excess luggage weight charges
telecommunication services aboard, laundry and bar services
medical tests such as COVID-19 checks and vaccinations (if applicable)
tips for the expedition team, staff and crew

Price clarification

Standard prices of the tour:

Expedition cabin (standard) – 3 845 000 Rubles per person

1 room (14 sq.m.), 2 windows (openable), bed, sofa, TV and DVD player, bathroom (WC, shower)

Polar Suite – 5 445 000 Rubles per person

1 room with a separate sitting area (21 sq.m.), 2 windows (openable), bed (separated by a screen), sofa, desk, TV, DVD player, fridge, bathroom (WC, shower)

Polar Bear Suite – 6 445 000 Rubles per person

2 rooms (bedroom and living room, 24 sq.m.); 2 windows (openable), sofa, TV, DVD player, coffee machine, fridge, bathroom (WC, shower)

Iceberg Suite – 6 645 000 Rubles per person
2 rooms (bedroom and living room, 27 sq.m.); 2 windows (openable), sofa, TV, DVD player, coffee machine, fridge, bathroom (WC, bathtub)

Arctic Suite – 7 445 000 Rubles per person

2 rooms (a spacious bedroom and a rest area, 28 sq.m.), 4 windows (openable), sofa, TV, DVD player, coffee machine, fridge, bathroom (WC, bathtub)

Owner's Suite – 8 145 000 Rubles per person

2 rooms (a very spacious bedroom and living-room, 33 sq.m.), 4 frontal windows (openable), sofa, TV, DVD player, coffee machine, fridge, fresh fruits and soft drinks, snacks, bathroom (WC, bathtub)

Price per person based on double occupancy* in the corresponding cabin category.

* Single occupancy is charged with a coefficient of 1.7 for the per person cost in a Standard cabin and a coefficient of 2 for the Mini-Luxe, Junior Suite, Grand Suite, Victory Suite and Arctic Suite categories. Shared accommodation is available in the Standard cabin category.

How to get there

The tour starts in Murmansk, it's 2 hours by flight from Moscow.
Aeroflot and Nordavia airlines have regular flights to Murmansk.

TOUR DATES

from 30 June to 12 July 2027

3 845 000 RUB/ person

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