Retrace the route of Willem Barentsz, the first European explorer to overwinter in the Arctic in 1596, and visit research stations in the rarely traveled Russian Arctic. The two captivating archipelagos offer up breathtaking views of pristine wilderness, calving glaciers and rugged shorelines, some of the richest history of polar expedition, and iconic wildlife such as walruses, whales, seabirds and polar bears. Nature is the tour guide: Sea, ice, and weather conditions will determine your trip itinerary. Embrace the unexpected.