Schedule & prices
July 12 to July 27, 2026
16-Day North Pole Expedition with the world's coolest race and a fully immersive Arctic experience.
July 12
July 13
July 14 to 18
July 19
July 20
July 21 to 24
July 25 to 26
July 27
July 12
We’ll fly from Paris to Longyearbyen in the morning (4 hour 30 min flight). Upon arrival, enjoy a short excursion in Longyearbyen, the capital of the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago, located on Svalbard’s main island, and is the northernmost territorial capital on the planet. The landscapes of this mining town are simply breathtaking. If you visit in winter, you might also experience temperatures dropping below -40°C. The glaciers, the mountains stretching as far as the eye can see and the untouched nature, make you feel like you’re in completely unexplored territory.
July 13
The largest island in the Svalbard archipelago, its name meaning “pointed mountains” in German, Spitsbergen is the last piece of land before the Arctic ice floe. Aboard your ship, you will sail along the extremely spectacular coastline of this icy land. Between millennial glaciers and rugged mountains, you will discover a jagged coastline, hollowed-out by fjords. A unique setting, the refuge of a particularly rich avifauna, offering you the possibility of taking fabulous photographs from the deck of your ship.
July 14 to 18
Enjoy the absolutely unique experience of sailing to the heart of the ice floe, this vast expanse of virgin, immaculate ice. The landscapes are constantly changing, shifting from a smooth, flat wilderness to a chaos of ice, then to channels of open water. Your ship will sail along these naturally open channels and through the areas where the frozen layer is thinnest, offering you the chance to experience magic maritime moments in the midst of drifting sea ice. It will also often be an opportunity to see a particular kind of fauna, totally dependent on the ice floe.
We will host the official North Pole Marathon briefing and distribute runner packets. At the same time, the North Pole Marathon Forum will begin, featuring keynote presentations from professors, scientists, entrepreneurs, and other thought leaders. Together, they'll explore pressing topics related to the Arctic, environmental change, and the global economy.
July 19
Defined by a 90° North latitude, the Geographic North Pole lies on the Earth’s rotational axis, at the intersection of all meridians. Plunged into darkness for six months of the year, then lit by the sun for the following six months, this mythical site, permanently covered in ice and remote from any land, has fascinated generations of explorers. So far, only a very few people have ever reached it: an exploit which is now accessible to you aboard Le Commandant Charcot.
Upon arrival at the North Pole, the World's Coolest Marathon will take place.
July 20
In addition to the North Pole Marathon, participants can enjoy the North Pole Clock Golf Championship and take part in the iconic Polar Plunge—an unforgettable dip at the top of the world.Runbuk will host a special awards ceremony to honor event winners and celebrate runners joining the prestigious Marathon Grand Slam Club, having completed a marathon on all seven continents plus the North Pole Marathon.
July 21 to 24
Enjoy the absolutely unique experience of sailing to the heart of the ice floe, this vast expanse of virgin, immaculate ice. The landscapes are constantly changing, shifting from a smooth, flat wilderness to a chaos of ice, then to channels of open water. Your ship will sail along these naturally open channels and through the areas where the frozen layer is thinnest, offering you the chance to experience magic maritime moments in the midst of drifting sea ice. It will also often be an opportunity to see a particular kind of fauna, totally dependent on the ice floe.
July 25 to 26
The largest island in the Svalbard archipelago, its name meaning “pointed mountains” in German, Spitsbergen is the last piece of land before the Arctic ice floe. Aboard your ship, you will sail along the extremely spectacular coastline of this icy land. Between millennial glaciers and rugged mountains, you will discover a jagged coastline, hollowed-out by fjords. A unique setting, the refuge of a particularly rich avifauna, offering you the possibility of taking fabulous photographs from the deck of your ship.
July 27
Arrive back in Longyearbyen and disembark. Depending on the flight schedule, you'll have the opportunity to visit the Seed Vault, explore the Svalbard Museum, and enjoy some free time wandering around the world’s northernmost territorial capital.Then, board your 4.5-hour flight back to Paris, concluding the adventure of a lifetime.
Prices
215ft² + 53ft² balcony
215ft² + 53ft² balcony
215ft² + 53ft² balcony
301ft² + 53ft² balcony
301ft² + 53ft² balcony
301ft² + 53ft² balcony
452ft² + 54ft² balcony
516ft² + 135ft² balcony
if under 18Y 3,500EUR
if under 18Y 3,500EUR
1011 ft² + 279 ft² terrace
if under 18Y 3,500EUR
1. There is a deduction of 3,000 EUR for non-runner.
2. A child sharing a double occupancy room with one adult pays the adult price.
With paid registration fees, Runbuk, Inc. provides:
• Registration fee for the marathon and shorter distances as selected.
• Medals, t-shirts, patches, and other souvenirs for runners.
• Event photos and videos for personal use and local publication.
• Economy class flights Paris-Longyearbyen-Paris. A 1,500 EUR deduction applies if flying to Longyearbyen independently.
• Choice of stateroom aboard Le Commandant Charcot.
• Meals inclusive of breakfast, lunch and dinner with mineral water and wines (red, rose, rouge).
• Open Bar Classic service in the bars and cabin mini-bars.
• Highly qualified expedition team and Zodiac landings.
• Complimentary boot rental.
• Polar parka provided for personal use.
• Unlimited Wi-Fi (speed varies due to weather conditions).
• Evening entertainment and events.
• North Pole Forum program for guests who opt in.
• Young Explorer program available for children who opt in.
Highlights
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