The archipelago saves its finest colours for the late season, with sunrises and sunsets painting the landscape in autumnal hues as the wildlife gets ready for winter.
Virgil Reglioni is one of the world’s premier polar landscape and northern lights photographers. Known for his soulful images of the polar regions – and his mastery of colour and composition – Virgil is the ideal photo guide to have by your side on this autumn adventure to Svalbard.
Capture the full spectrum of the Arctic in autumn.
This is a season like no other, offering up an entirely different perspective on Svalbard for just a few short weeks each year. At your side on this journey north is one of the most skilled and storied Svalbard photographers there is: Virgil Reglioni.
On this expedition, we will explore the east of Svalbard. Our ultimate aim is to capture the meltwater waterfalls of the Austfonna ice cap – the ultimate Svalbard in autumn sight. This rare phenomenon occurs as the ice cap warms during the summer months, causing streams of meltwater to pour over the sheer ice cliffs.
Under gorgeous, long-tail sunsets, marvel at the wildlife of Svalbard, from Arctic foxes to whales, reindeer, walruses, and polar bears. But Austfonna, its spectacular ice waterfalls gushing down into the Arctic, serves up the ultimate, documentary-worthy image of this expedition into the sublime.
Day 1 Longyearbyen
Day 2 Smeerenburg & Virgohamna
Days 3 - 5 Sail along the continental shelf
Days 6 - 7 Alkefjellet & Storisstraumen
Days 8 - 9 Edgeøya & Kvalvågen
Day 10 Hornsund
Day 11 Isfjorden
Day 12 Longyearbyen
Please note:
Vessel Type: Ice-Strengthened Expedition Vessel
Length: 41.8 m
Passenger Capacity: 12
Vikingfjord is a purpose-built micro-expedition vessel designed for only 12 guests, combining ice-strengthened capability with modern Scandinavian comfort. Its 1B-rated hull allows access deep into pack ice and remote terrain that larger ships cannot approach, while its energy-efficient engine and advanced NOx filtration system deliver a 95% emissions reduction. Multiple viewing points — including an L-shaped observation lounge, bridge lounge, and extensive open-deck platforms — give uninterrupted sightlines across the Arctic environment from every angle.
Interiors are contemporary and restful, with eight ensuite cabins arranged in single, twin, and suite layouts. Social spaces include a light-filled lounge with a bar and library, a cosy dining room lined with windows, and open access to the bridge. On-deck amenities such as the sauna and outdoor hot tub extend the experience outdoors, providing rare vantage points in warmth and comfort. Vikingfjord operates as a true small-ship expedition platform: quiet, compact, environmentally progressive, and designed to maximise immersion in the polar landscape.
For 2 Guests Comfortable Twin or Double Bed Ensuite shower and toilet 15 m² Located on deck 1 Window Desk & chair Wardrobe Cabins 1 - 4
Price: $22900 USD
For 1 guest 10 m² Located on decks 1 and 2 Window Wardrobe Cabin 5 - 7
Price: $25900 USD
For 2 Guests Comfortable double bed Ensuite shower and toilet 15 m² Located on deck 3 Windows Desk & chair Wardrobe Cabin Number: 8
Price: $25900 USD
For 2 Guests Comfortable Twin or Double Bed Ensuite shower and toilet 15 m² Located on deck 1 Window Desk & chair Wardrobe Cabins 1 - 4
Price: $24500 USD
For 1 guest 10 m² Located on decks 1 and 2 Window Wardrobe Cabin 5 - 7
Price: $27500 USD
For 2 Guests Comfortable double bed Ensuite shower and toilet 15 m² Located on deck 3 Windows Desk & chair Wardrobe Cabin Number: 8
Price: $27500 USD
