What is included in the cruise fare?

Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.

How far in advance should I book this cruise?

For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on HANSEATIC Nature.

What documents do I need to board?

Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Longyearbyen may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.

Can I change or cancel my booking?

Change and cancellation policies depend on Hapag-Lloyd Cruises's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.

What is a 15-night cruise like?

A 15-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from HANSEATIC Nature. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.

HANSEATIC Nature 15-night Expedition Svalbard and Norway (Northern Lights adventure): Arctic, adventure and aurora borealis - Longyearbyen to Hamburg from Longyearbyen, Aug 17, 2027

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises · HANSEATIC Nature · Aug 17, 2027 – Sep 01, 2027

Visit Longyearbyen, Liefdefjord, Raudfjord, Ny-Alesund, Prins Karls Forland and 8 more ports

Departure Longyearbyen

Return Hamburg, Germany

Duration 15 Nights

From $12837 pp

Itinerary

Day 1

Longyearbyen Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 2

Liefdefjord Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 3

Raudfjord Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 4

Ny-Alesund Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 5

Prins Karls Forland Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 6

Hornsund Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 7

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 8

Honningsvag Arrives 12:01 PM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 9

Tromso Arrives 12:01 PM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 10

Svolvaer Arrives 7:30 AM · Departs 2:00 PM
Day 11

Torghatten Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 12

Geirangerfjord Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 13

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 14

Bergen Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 4:30 PM
Day 15

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 16

Hamburg, Germany Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM

Cabin Prices

Prices as of 2026-10-19.

Prices per person, based on double occupancy in USD.

Ocean View $12837

Balcony $13464

Suite $20339

Ports of Call

Longyearbyen
Liefdefjord
Raudfjord
Ny-Alesund
Prins Karls Forland
Hornsund
Honningsvag
Tromso
Svolvaer
Torghatten
Geirangerfjord
Bergen
Hamburg, Germany

About This Cruise

15-night Hapag-Lloyd Cruises HANSEATIC Nature cruise from Longyearbyen to Liefdefjord, Raudfjord, Ny-Alesund and Prins Karls Forland Compare cabins…

Cruise Line Hapag-Lloyd Cruises

Ship HANSEATIC Nature

Expedition Svalbard and Norway (Northern Lights adventure): Arctic, adventure and aurora borealis - Longyearbyen to Hamburg cruise ship HANSEATIC Nature

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the cruise fare?: Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.
How far in advance should I book this cruise?: For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on HANSEATIC Nature.
What documents do I need to board?: Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Longyearbyen may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.
Can I change or cancel my booking?: Change and cancellation policies depend on Hapag-Lloyd Cruises's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.
What is a 15-night cruise like?: A 15-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from HANSEATIC Nature. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.