MS Spitsbergen is a 150-guest HX Expeditions expedition ship, in service since 2009. This page lists 5 upcoming departures across 5 itineraries in Northern Europe, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
Currently on: 12 Nights Greenland Cruise (12 nights)
The live position is about 529 km from this itinerary’s ports, so the scheduled voyage above may be out of date. The map shows where the ship actually is.
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
MS Spitsbergen is a compact, ice-strengthened expedition ship operated by HX Expeditions. Originally built as the ferry Atlântida, she was converted and comprehensively rebuilt before joining the Hurtigruten expedition fleet in 2016. Her small scale supports a relaxed onboard atmosphere and access to destinations that are unsuitable for larger cruise ships. The ship combines Scandinavian-inspired interiors with expedition facilities designed for wildlife viewing, lectures, shore landings and scientific engagement.
The ship features an onboard Expedition Team, panoramic Explorer Lounge, observation areas and a Science Center with lecture, library, workshop and citizen-science facilities. Its compact design is intended to support close access to remote polar destinations.
Dining includes a main restaurant and the Brygga Bistro, which provides casual snacks and lighter dishes between expedition activities.
Programming centers on daily lectures, multimedia presentations, destination interpretation and evening gatherings led by the Expedition Team rather than large-scale theatrical entertainment.
The ship offers 94 passenger cabins, including expedition suites and selected suites with balconies. Cabins use a modern Scandinavian design and range from interior rooms to accommodations with wide windows.
Wellness facilities include a sauna and a passenger gym.
HX has incorporated accessibility improvements into the ship's modernization, and the vessel includes elevators and accessible public areas; cabin-specific accessibility should be confirmed before booking.
The Science Center supports educational programming and citizen-science activity, while the expedition model emphasizes small-ship access and interpretation of sensitive polar environments.
Jump from MS Spitsbergen sailings into the broader destination network with cruise line and region hub pages.
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2026 | Oct 5, 2026 | 14 Nights Western Europe Cruise | 14 | Northern Europe | Book → |
| May 29, 2027 | Jun 6, 2027 | 8 Nights Norway Cruise | 8 | Northern Europe | Book → |
| Jun 12, 2027 | Jun 22, 2027 | 10 Nights Norway Cruise | 10 | Northern Europe | Book → |
| Jun 21, 2027 | Jul 4, 2027 | 13 Nights Norway Cruise | 13 | Northern Europe | Book → |
| Aug 23, 2027 | Sep 5, 2027 | 13 Nights Norway Cruise | 13 | Northern Europe | Book → |
