North Sea - Vlissingen to Aberdeen
2-night the Arctic expedition · 2 departures · from $350 per guest
- 2 nightsDuration
- m/v Hondius, m/v OrteliusShips
- Vlissingen to AberdeenRoute
- May 21, 2027Next sailing

All itineraries are for guidance only. Programs may vary depending on ice, weather, and wildlife conditions. Landings are subject to site availabilities, permissions, and environmental concerns per AECO regulations. Official sailing plans and landing slots are scheduled with AECO prior to the start of the season, but the expedition leader determines the final plan. Flexibility is paramount for expedition cruises. The average cruising speed of our vessel is 10.5 knots.
Upcoming departures
| Sails | Ship | Nights | From (per guest) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2027 | m/v Hondius | 2 | $350 | Cabins & fares |
| May 29, 2027 | m/v Ortelius | 2 | $350 | Cabins & fares |
Day by day
As planned for the May 21, 2027 departure; other departures may differ.

Day 1Vlissingen
You board the vessel at midday in Vlissingen, headed north. Far north.
Day 2Sailing to Aberdeen
Crossing the North Sea and sailing by Dogger Bank, we hope to be lucky enough to spot such species as white-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises, minke whales, and orcas.
Day 3Aberdeen
Passengers who boarded in Vlissingen will be offered an excursion by bus to Fowlsheugh, a seabird cliff south of Aberdeen. Over 100,000 pairs of seabird of different species can be seen here. Alternatively, you can join an excursion to the Ythan Estuary, where the beaches are teeming with harbor seals, grey seals, and birds that keep to the shorelines. Both outings are included in the price of booking.
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