HX Expeditions

MS Spitsbergen

MS Spitsbergen is named after the crown jewel of Arctic Norway – the Svalbard archipelago and its biggest island, Spitsbergen. After a complete reconstruction, MS Spitsbergen joined the HX Hurtigruten Expeditions fleet in 2016.
Ship Type
Expedition Cruise Ship
Passengers
220
Crew
65
Launched
2009
Refurbished
2025

MS Spitsbergen Cruises View all Choose from 30 holidays cruising on board the MS Spitsbergen

9 Days Oslo to Oslo

Operator: HX Expeditions

From 10,586pp
Save 1,667pp

9 Days Oslo to Oslo

Operator: HX Expeditions

From 10,586pp
Save 1,463pp

8 Days Tromso to Tromso

Operator: HX Expeditions

From 9,775pp
Save 1,086pp

10 Days Reykjavik to Reykjavik

Operator: HX Expeditions

From 10,773pp
Save 1,197pp

Life On Board MS Spitsbergen What can you expect when cruising on board MS Spitsbergen

MS Spitsbergen
MS Spitsbergen

Intimately scaled and perfectly designed to take the scenic route; enjoy open viewing spaces and Scandinavian touches. Read more

Expert Expedition Team
Expert Expedition Team

Passionate. Knowledgeable. Specialists in their field. Your dedicated Expedition Team bring each destination to life. Read more

The Science Centre
The Science Centre

A dedicated space to enjoy fascinating lectures from the specialist team and get hands on with interactive fun. Read more

Superb Local Cuisine
Superb Local Cuisine

Enjoy a delightful menu crafted from fresh ingredients and locally sourced produce served up in the main restaurant. Read more

Adventure is All-Inclusive
Adventure is All-Inclusive

Everything from daily excursions and activities to our onboard Science Centre, meals, gratuities, drinks and more. Read more

Wellness at Sea
Wellness at Sea

Make use of the wellness and recreation facilities on board, including a gym, sauna, and outdoor hot tubs. Read more

Deck Plans

Deck 3
I2D
Polar Inside
K4D
Polar Inside (Up to 4 Passengers)
O2D
Polar Outside
O3
Polar Outside (Up to 3 Passengers)
Q2
Mini Suite
Q3
Mini Suite (Up to 3 Passengers)
Q4
Mini Suite (Up to 4 Passengers)
Deck 4
Deck 5
K2D
Polar Inside
K4D
Polar Inside (Up to 4 Passengers)
J3
Polar Outside (Up to 3 Passengers)
QJ
Arctic Superior
U2D
Arctic Superior
YA
Arctic Superior
MG
Grand Suite
MX
Owners Suite
Deck 6
K2D
Polar Inside
J2D
Polar Outside
P2D
Arctic Superior
U2D
Arctic Superior
Deck 7
Deck 8

Cabins

MS Spitsbergen Polar Inside (Up to 4 Passengers)
Polar Inside (Up to 4 Passengers)
Cabin Type: Inside

15-20 sqm. Spacious inside cabin for four travellers, with one double bed and TV. Equipped with separate beds where one doubles as a sofa or upper and lower berths

MS Spitsbergen Polar Inside
Polar Inside
Cabin Type: Inside

9-20 sqm. Inside cabin with double bed and TV for up to two people. Cabin include bathroom with shower/WC.

MS Spitsbergen Arctic Superior
Arctic Superior
Cabin Type: Oceanview

11-18 sqm. Situated on both the upper and middle decks, the cabins all have double beds, bathrooms with shower and WC. They are also equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities. Cabins may have limited or no view.

MS Spitsbergen Polar Outside
Polar Outside
Cabin Type: Oceanview

11-14 sqm. These outside cabins for up to two people have bathrooms with shower/WC, a double bed, and may have limited or no view.

MS Spitsbergen Polar Outside (Up to 3 Passengers)
Polar Outside (Up to 3 Passengers)
Cabin Type: Oceanview

11-14 sqm. These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people have separate beds and bathrooms with shower/WC. The cabins may have limited or no view.

MS Spitsbergen Mini Suite
Mini Suite
Cabin Type: Suite

16-23 sqm. Mini suites for up to two people on lower deck have double bed, TV, window, and bathroom with shower/WC.

MS Spitsbergen Mini Suite (Up to 3 Passengers)
Mini Suite (Up to 3 Passengers)
Cabin Type: Suite

16-23 sqm. This mini suite for up to three people on lower deck have a double bed with an extra sofabed, window, TV, and bathroom with shower/WC.

MS Spitsbergen Mini Suite (Up to 4 Passengers)
Mini Suite (Up to 4 Passengers)
Cabin Type: Suite

16-23 sqm. This mini suite for up to four people on lower deck have a double bed, one sofabed and one single bed, TV, window, and bathroom with shower/WC.

MS Spitsbergen Grand Suite
Grand Suite
Cabin Type: Suite

28-29 sqm. These exclusive suites on the upper deck have one large room, double bed, a seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, bathrooms with shower/WC, complimentary internet access, minibar and private balcony.

MS Spitsbergen Owners Suite
Owners Suite
Cabin Type: Suite

32-33 sqm. These exclusive suites on the upper deck have a double bed, a separated seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, minibar, bathrooms with shower/WC, and a spacious private balcony.

MS Spitsbergen Cruise Schedule All 30 cruise sailings by departure date on board MS Spitsbergen

Starts
Days
Name
From - To
From
Starts
Saturday
07 Feb 2026
Days
8
From - To
Tromso to Tromso
From
10,861pp
Starts
Tuesday
07 Apr 2026
Days
11
From - To
Glasgow to Glasgow
From
12,098pp
Starts
Friday
17 Apr 2026
Days
11
From - To
Glasgow to Glasgow
From
11,925pp
Starts
Monday
27 Apr 2026
Days
11
From - To
Glasgow to Glasgow
From
12,469pp
Starts
Monday
08 Jun 2026
Days
9
From - To
Oslo to Oslo
From
12,049pp
Starts
Monday
15 Jun 2026
Days
9
From - To
Oslo to Oslo
From
12,049pp
Starts
Monday
22 Jun 2026
Days
14
From - To
Oslo to Oslo
From
22,216pp
Starts
Saturday
04 Jul 2026
Days
11
From - To
Oslo to Longyearbyen
From
18,155pp
Starts
Monday
13 Jul 2026
Days
14
From - To
Oslo to Oslo
From
22,797pp
Starts
Saturday
25 Jul 2026
Days
11
From - To
Oslo to Longyearbyen
From
16,528pp
Starts
Monday
03 Aug 2026
Days
17
From - To
Oslo to Reykjavik
From
75,623pp
Starts
Wednesday
19 Aug 2026
Days
13
From - To
Reykjavik to Reykjavik
From
16,524pp
Starts
Monday
31 Aug 2026
Days
10
From - To
Reykjavik to Reykjavik
From
11,970pp
Starts
Wednesday
09 Sep 2026
Days
13
From - To
Reykjavik to Reykjavik
From
16,093pp
Starts
Monday
21 Sep 2026
Days
15
From - To
Reykjavik to Hamburg
From
16,095pp
Cruise Content
Cabin images are sourced from HX Expeditions. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on sailing dates.