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Spitsbergen
Circumnavigation
June 2019
Richard and Dawn Furlong have sailed aboard MV FRAM since shewas launched in 2007, including a previous voyage to Spitsbergen,and also numerous itineraries in Antarctica, Iceland and Greenland.We know the ship and the crew well, and how these voyagesoperate, so we’ll help you get the most from your holiday. As usualthe tour includes everything you need. Naturally, you may also relyon our meticulous planning, great hospitality, and sense of fun!Welcome aboard.
For your financial security the air holidays and flights in thisbrochure are protected by the Civil Aviation Authority.
Our ATOL number is 3710. 3710
SpitsbergenCircumnavigation�2019
www.furlongs.co.ukTelephone 01892 785785
Remote, mysterious and extreme, the island ofSpitsbergen is the jewel in Arctic Norway’s crown,a land forged by snow, ice, ocean and wind, thatpresents you with a spectacular range ofunforgettable adventures.
The aim of our 2019 expedition is tocircumnavigate Spitsbergen and discover theincredible Arctic flora and fauna.
Located on the southern fringe ofthe ever frozen Arctic Ocean, wherethe warmer currents of the GulfStream meet the colder air andwater from the north, Spitsbergenand the other islands of the SvalbardArchipelago are a biological hotspot.
In the summer, thousands ofmigratory birds return to breed, andthere is intense bird activity at sea,in the bird cliffs and on the islands.Common sightings include the ArcticTern, Northern Fulmar, Ivory Gull,Little Auk, Atlantic Puffin, SnowBunting, Arctic Skua and theSvalbard Rock Ptarmigan (the onlyspecies that over-winters in thearchipelago).
Svalbard Reindeer and Arctic Fox areyear-round locals, and so too areNarwhals, Beluga and Bowheadwhales, walruses, and a selection ofseal species, including ringed,harbour and bearded varieties.
Ruling over this fragile and oftenfrozen kingdom is, of course, theregion’s top predator, themagnificent Polar Bear.
During the voyage you’ll hear aboutthe region’s early whaling era andhave the opportunity to visitfascinating communities likeBarentsburg, Longyearbyen and NyÅlesund. Each one very different incharacter, but with one thing incommon - a pioneer feeling.
Thankfully we now travel insomewhat more comfort than theearly explorers, but that certainlydoesn’t make this expedition anyless exciting. It’s an opportunity tosee what few have seen.
If you’re inclined to explore, don’tmiss this tour.
Widely accepted as one of the mostmodern expedition ships afloat,Hurtigruten’s MV FRAM has become afirm favourite with our guests.
Launched in 2007 with the aim tobring her guests closer to nature,wildlife and unforgettableexperiences, the FRAM is largeenough to provide stability, amplepublic space and comfortableaccommodations, and yet smallenough to sail in remote areas andget you close to the action.
MV FRAM facilities include a top deckpanorama lounge with floor-to-ceilingglass; spacious outside decksincluding access to the very front ofthe ship, a great place to observemarine wildlife; a choice of cabins allwith private facilities; a 24-hour teaand coffee station, library, lecturerooms, gym, sauna and heatedJacuzzi.
The FRAM’s friendly crew and staffinclude a dedicated, passionate andknowledgeable expedition team.
Spitsbergen
Top: Hornsund in spring
Middle: Thick-billed murre
Bottom: Arctic flowers
Optional pre-voyage Oslo city break
visiting the original Polar Ship FRAM
Provisional itinerary
Sun 16 Jun 2019 UK to Oslo
Our escorted flight is from Londonto Oslo. Independent flights fromother UK airports will also beavailable. In Oslo we transfer to ourcity centre hotel, the 4-star RadissonBlu Plaza for a three night stay.Dinner is included. _______________________________
Mon 17 Jun 2019 Oslo City Tour
After breakfast, join our private Oslocity tour with a local guide. We startwith the most important sights inthe city centre, including the CityHall, Akershus Castle, Karl JohansGate, the Cathedral, Parliamentbuilding, and the Royal Palace. We’llalso visit the amazing 80-acreFrogner Park, home to over 200bronze and granite sculpturescreated by Gustav Vigeland. Andperhaps time to stop at theincredible Holmenkollen Ski Jump,but just for photos!
Tue 18 Jun 2019 Fram Museum
Today we visit Bygdøy, a quiet,forested peninsula on the westernside of Oslo. Our main focus here isto see the original exploration vesselFRAM. You can go onboard and takea look in the cabins, lounges, cargohold and engine room. The FramMuseum also tells the story ofNorwegian polar exploration, andnow houses the ship Gjøa, the firstvessel to sail through the entireNorthwest Passage._______________________________
Wed 19 Jun 2019 Free time
Enjoy free time in Oslo. From ourhotel you are within easy reach ofOslo’s main shopping street, theNational Gallery and the BotanicalGardens. Later, we transfer to OsloAirport for our flight toLongyearbyen to begin ouradventure in Spitsbergen.
Spitsbergen Circumnavigation 2019
Provisional itinerary
Wed 19 Jun 2019 Longyearbyen
Our escorted flight will be fromLondon to Oslo. Independent flightsfrom other UK airports will also beavailable. At Oslo Airport we connectwith our flight to Longyearbyen inSpitsbergen. On arrival we transferdowntown, and stay overnight in aLongyearbyen hotel. _______________________________
Thu 20 Jun 2019 Embark MV FRAM
This morning, an includedLongyearbyen tour, accompanied bya local English speaking guide. Weexplore Longyear valley, spot forSvalbard Reindeer and migratorybirds, and we’ll also visit the site ofthe Global Seed Vault. After the tour,you will have some free time in townbefore we embark MV FRAM tobegin our expedition voyage.
One of our first landings is theRussian settlement of Barentsburg,still an active mining community.Here you will find an exoticcollection of Russian artefacts andarchitecture!
Fri 21 Jun 2019 Kongsfjorden
Kongsfjorden is considered to beone of the most beautiful fjord areasin Spitsbergen, with mighty glacierscalving ice into the sea, all framed byincredible mountain formations. _______________________________
Sat 22 Jun 2019 Krossfjord
As we sail northwest, we reachKrossfjorden, where you can seebeautiful alpine flora, bird cliffs andquite often, Svalbard reindeer. Ourexpedition team may even offer aglacier walk. We’ll also visit theformer mining settlement of NyÅlesund, where ten countriesincluding the UK, now have polarresearch stations. _______________________________
Sun 23 Jun 2019 Heading North
A true expedition day. We exploresome of the most remote parts ofthe Svalbard Archipelago and willattempt to reach beyond 80° north.Here, we are closer to theGeographical North Pole than anyother landmass in Europe. Polarbears and seabirds are the onlyinhabitants!
Sjuøyane
Wed 26 Jun 2019 Hornsund
Today we explore Hornsund, alargely alpine landscape boastingsome majestic mountains includingHornsundtinden and Bautaen, whichseen from the right angle looks like agiant Viking sword._______________________________
Thu 27 Jun 2019 Isfjord
We spend the day exploring both theouter and the inner parts ofIsfjorden. One of the mostprominent mountains here isAlkornet, where thousands ofBrunnich Guillemots nest during thesummer season.
Isfjord’s inner U-shaped valleys,carved out by giant glaciers, are nowhome to large populations of theendemic Svalbard Reindeer.
Later, our intent is to find a scenicfjord arm and arrange a farewellbarbecue in the most beautiful Arcticsurroundings.
Fri 28 Jun 2019 Homebound
Sadly, every explorer voyage has tocome to an end. We disembark theMS FRAM this morning before flyingvia Oslo back to the UK.
You will probably sense that timehas passed faster than expected,however, the number of awesomeexperiences also feels impossible tohave happened in such a short time.So, bring back the memory of thatsolitary polar bear, the calvingglacier, or the buzzing birdlife – orsimply the subtle, odd feeling ofhaving spent time on top of theglobe, just a few hundred kilometresfrom the North Pole!
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Mon 24 Jun 2019 Alkefjellet
Another day in the true spirit ofexplorers like Amundsen andNansen. MV FRAM will tack her waysouth through the famous HinlopenStrait which separates the east coastof Spitsbergen from the large ice-capped island of Nordaustlandet. Onroute we’ll visit a spectacular birdcliff called Alkefjellet. Its 300 metrespires rise directly from the sea andcreate perfect bird nesting conditions. We also hope to see theBråsvellbreen glacier, famous for itsgiant surge forward in 1938._______________________________
Tue 25 Jun 2019 Nature Reserves
The eastern part of Svalbard ismainly divided into two large naturereserves. Combined they representone of the last large, mainlyuntouched, wildernesses in Europe.We’ll visit Edgeøya, the third largestisland in Svalbard and then sail theStorfjorden, hopefully giving usviews of hundreds of glaciers andmountains. If we are lucky we’ll meetsome of Svalbard’s marine mammalsas we head towards the southernmost tip of Spitsbergen. Top: Arctic fox
Middle: Longyearbyen
Bottom: Bearded seal
MV Fram Deck Plans
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Deck 3 Deck 4 Deck 5 Deck 6 Deck 7
Deck 2 - landing deck/crew accommodations
Deck 3 - guest cabins
Deck 4 - reception/restaurant/café/lecture halls
Deck 5 - guest cabins/outside deck
Deck 6 - guest cabins
Deck 7 - lounge/bar/outside decks
Deck 8 - outside deck/saunas
Most cabins are twins, and one of the bedscan be turned into a sofa for day use. Somecabins have a double bed only. Cabins varyin size and location, sometimes within thesame grade.
Spitsbergen Circumnavigation 2019
£5,900 £5,400 £7,300 £6,800
£6,700 £6,200 £8,700 £8,2o0
£7,200 £6,700 £8,900 £8,400
£7,900 £7,400 On request
£9,900 £9,400 On request
£11,700 £11,200 On request
TWINStandard £
Guide prices per person sharing atwin or sole occupancy
There are no direct, non-stop flights between the UK and Spitsbergen. Flights betweenLondon, Oslo and Longyearbyen will be included as standard. Independent flights fromother UK airports may be available, at extra cost. Further details and our terms andconditions of booking are online at www.furlongs.co.uk.
Guide pricesAt the time of printing this brochure, the itinerary is provisional and tourcosts have been estimated. The prices shown are based on previous toursand intended as a guide.
Advance register now - no obligationYou may secure your place by advance registering with a £250 per persondeposit. When the final tour details and prices are circulated, simplyconfirm and pay the full deposit, or cancel and receive a full refund.There’s no obligation and no risk. All monies are 100% protected at alltimes by our package holiday ATOL licence.
Early booking saves £1,000 per couple* Subject to availability, advance registrants will save £1,000 per couple or£500 per single, as an early booking discount.
What’s included?>> Economy class flights, London/Oslo/Longyearbyen and return>> Overnight hotel in Longyearbyen, bed and breakfast basis>> 8-days/7-nights sailing aboard MV FRAM>> Ship cabin of your choice, assigned on confirmation>> 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners on the voyage>> Tea/coffee on board ship, complimentary 24-hours a day>> Landings scheduled by the MV FRAM expedition team>> Onboard lectures and presentations>> Airport transfers, air taxes and port charges>> All standard tips including hotel, ship, guides and drivers>> Comprehensive ticket pack>> Personally escorted
I�-�Polar�Inside Decks 3, 5, 6
N�-�Polar�Outside�Deck 3
U�-�Arctic�Superior�Decks 5, 6
F�-�Arctic�Superior Deck 5
M�-�Suite�Decks 5, 6
MG�-�Grand�Suite�Decks 5, 6
www.furlongs.co.ukTelephone 01892 785 785
Optional 3-night Oslo city breakAdd per person £695 sharing twin £845 sole occupancy
Oslo city break includes >> Applicable flight itinerary >> Round-trip airporttransfers in Oslo >> 3-nights at the 4-star Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel or similar >>
3 main meals and 3 breakfasts in Oslo >> Guided city tour >> Entry to The FramMuseum >> Standard tips including hotel, guides and drivers >> Comprehensiveticket pack >> Personally escorted
TWINEarly £ *
SINGLEStandard £
SINGLEEarly £ *
Furlongs�TravelNewhouse�Farm,Tidebrook,�TN5�6PA.ATOL�[email protected]�01892�785�785
Photo credits © Shutterstock: Front cover NyÅlesund / Gecko1968. Pg 2 Polar bears /Hurtigruten. Pg 3 Svalbard reindeer / OndrejProsicky. Pg 4 Hornsund / JoannaPe, Thick-billed Murre / Jo Crebbin, Arctic flowers /Ginger Polina Bublik. Pg 5 Karl Johan Statue /Leonid Andronov. Pg 6 Arctic fox / Lillian Tveit,Longyearbyen / Aleksandra Suzi, Bearded seal/ Jo Crebbin. Pg 9 MV Fram / Hurtigruten. Pg 12Reindeer / Hurtigruten Nina Bailey.
CHRISTIAN NAME(S)ExACTLY AS PASSPORT
SURNAMEExACTLY AS PASSPORT
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SPITSBERGEN CIRCUMNAVIGATION 2019 ADVANCE REGISTRATION
I have read, understand and accept for myself and all othersnamed, the terms and conditionsof this booking.
SIGNED� ______________
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Choose your preferred cabin and hold your tour place with £250 per person deposit. When final tour details and prices are circulated, you mayconfirm your place, or cancel and receive a full refund. There’s no obligation or risk. All monies are 100% protected at all times by our packageholiday ATOL licence. In due course, all guests must have their own, comprehensive travel insurance in place. Booking terms and conditionsonline at www.furlongs.co.uk.
SHIP CABIN CATEGORY AND DECK _____________________________________ HOTEL BED TYPE q Double q Twin q Sole Occupancy
ADD THE 3-NIGHT OSLO CITY BREAK? ___________________________________________________________ q Yes please q No thank you
SPECIAL REQUESTS (We will try our best, but these are not guaranteed) ____________________________________________________________________
YOUR ADDRESS & POSTCODE ____________________________________________________________________________________________ HOME TELEPHONE _________________________________________ MOBILE TELEPHONE ________________________________________
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PAYING NOW £
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How to pay?Debit card or bank transfer preferred. If you wish to pay using a card please confirm by telephone to01892 785785 or submit your payment details via our secure booking form at www.furlongs.co.uk.
Furlongs Travel, Newhouse Farm, Tidebrook, TN5 6PA. ATOL 3710. www.furlongs.co.uk Telephone 01892 785 785