Spitsbergen to Rotterdam
Milebuilder: bringing the Noorderlicht back home
SAILING AREA
TRAVEL INFORMATION
A 18 days Milebuilder voyage from Spitsbergen to Rotterdam gives you a lifelong memory. You will literally be following the routes of the great explorers of the past. Starting in a vast wilderness slowly making your way towards civilization. And if you are lucky, you will even experience some Aurora Borealis along the way!
Voyage details
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Period 23 september - 10 oktober
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Duration 18 days
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Embarkation Longyearbyen, 20:00
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Disembarkation Rotterdam, 09:00
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Ship Noorderlicht
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Price from € 3.450
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SAILING AREA
ITINERARY
You will arrive at the small airport of Longyearbyen, located about 15 minutes drive from the centre of the small town.
Our sailing ship Noorderlicht will be waiting for you at the so-called ‘floating pier’ where you can embark from 20:00. After a welcome from the captain, the mooring lines will be cast off and the ship sets course south bound.
During these 2 weeks you will be learning how to sail the beautiful Noorderlicht. You will be part of our watch system and together with our highly skilled crew you will bring the home.
As you can imagine this trip is highly dependant on the weather. If the wind is in our favor we go in a straight line south. If not, we take a route along the norwegian coast and through the fjords. So in both situations it will be a voyage that you will remember for the rest of your life!
Unfortunately, our adventure through the Arctic landscape of Spitsbergen and over the Northen seas has come to an end. After arriving in Rotterdam, you are kindly requested to disembark by 09:00. After that we really have to wave goodbye!
PLEASE NOTE: All itineraries are for guidance only. Programs may vary depending on ice, weather, and wildlife conditions. Landings are subject to site availabilities, permissions, and environmental concerns per AECO regulations. Official sailing plans and landing slots are scheduled with AECO prior to the start of the season, but the expedition leader determines the final plan. Flexibility is paramount for expedition cruises.
Our voyages are subject to wind and weather conditions, which may impact the ability to sail exclusively by wind power. In order to ensure timely arrivals, our captains may need to utilize the engine. The decision to hoist sails is at the sole discretion of the captain, prioritizing safety and optimal voyage conditions. We appreciate your understanding of these factors as we strive to provide a memorable and secure maritime experience.
SAILING AREA
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Included
- All meals. Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Coffee & tea
- Bed linnen & towel
- Crew: 5 nautical crew
- Port fees
- Fuel
Excluded
- Flights to Longyearbyen
- Fligths/transport from Rotterdam
- Drinks aboard
- Travel & cancellation insurance
- Tip/gratuities for the staff on board
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