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3 DAYS, 320 KM
ARCTIC TIME MACHINE
3 DAY SNOWMOBILE TOUR TO PYRAMIDEN
Journey back in time to the USSR with a visit to the open-air museum Pyramiden.
Cross frozen valleys and fjords, spotting reindeer and polar foxes in the untouched wilderness. Explore Soviet-era relics preserved in winter silence, with the Nordenskiöld Glacier as a stunning backdrop to Pyramiden’s haunting beauty
No experience
required
required
Available for children
from 14 y/o
from 14 y/o
3 days on snowmobile
Hotel
accommodation
accommodation
Duration 3 days
1 glacier
2027 departures
Tour prices:
15-17 March | 26-28 March | 29-31 March
12-14 April | 19-21 April | 26-28 April
12-14 April | 19-21 April | 26-28 April
Solo driver — 23 990 NOK per person
Two guests sharing one snowmobile — 40 980 NOK per snowmobile
Additional payment for SNGL accommodation — 1 800 NOK
Two guests sharing one snowmobile — 40 980 NOK per snowmobile
Additional payment for SNGL accommodation — 1 800 NOK
All snowmobile drivers must hold a valid driving licence
TOUR ITINERARY
DAY 1 — The Great Crossing to Pyramiden
- Pick-up at your accommodation in Longyearbyen
- Safety briefing, snowmobile instructions and equipment fitting
- Snowmobile journey to Pyramiden (approx. 100–160 km and 5–8 hours, depending on the route)
- Lunch outdoors
- Stop at the Nordenskiöld Glacier
- Arrival in Pyramiden, check-in and time to settle in
- Dinner at the hotel restaurant
- Overnight at Pyramiden Hotel
About Pyramiden
Pyramiden was founded in 1911 and takes its name from the pyramid-shaped mountain overlooking the settlement. Coal mining began in 1956, and during the 1970s and 1980s the town developed into a thriving Soviet mining community. Abandoned in 1998, Pyramiden still offers a rare glimpse into the Soviet past. Today, visitors can stay at the hotel, dine at the restaurant and visit the cinema.
DAY 2 — Pyramiden and the Path of the Vikings
- Breakfast at the hotel restaurant
- Guided walking tour of Pyramiden: explore the town’s Soviet-era architecture, coal-mining history and stories of everyday life in this remote Arctic settlement
- Lunch at the hotel restaurant
- The Path of the Vikings: a 60 km snowmobile journey through the dramatic Arctic landscape around Pyramiden (approx. 3 hours)
- Dinner at the hotel restaurant
- Overnight at Pyramiden Hotel
DAY 3 — The Journey Back to Longyearbyen
- Breakfast at the hotel restaurant
- Visit to souvenir shop and post office
- Lunch in the hotel restaurant
- Departure by snowmobile to Longyearbyen via a different route (snowmobiling: 100-160 km depends on route, 5-8 hours)
- Arrival in Longyearbyen
- Transfer to your place of accommodation
Important: We reserve the right to adjust the itinerary due to weather conditions. Planned stops may be altered or canceled for safety reasons
The price includes:
- Activities:
- Guided tour around Pyramiden
- Snowmobile trip in the surroundings
- Rental of snowmobile, fuel
- Rental of winter overalls, boots, gloves, and a helmet
- Transfer:
- Transfer to/from your place of accommodation in Longyearbyen
- Snowmobile trips between the settlements
- Safety:
- Guide services
- Insurance covering search and rescue, evacuation costs in case of emergency
- Meals:
- 2 Breakfasts in the restaurant
- 3 Set Lunches (set meal in the restaurant or field lunch during the snowmobile trip)
- 2 Set Dinners in the restaurant
- Accommodation:
- 2 nights in the hotel Pyramiden (TWIN/DBL accommodation)
The price does not include:
- Flight to/from and accommodation in Longyearbyen
- Bar drinks or a-la carte orders beyond the tour program
- Other additional services
- Souvenirs
- Individual travel insurance
- Bar drinks or a-la carte orders beyond the tour program
- Other additional services
- Souvenirs
- Individual travel insurance
BOOK THIS TOUR
Map of the Tour
The main component of this trip involves physical activity, such as snowmobiling. Although prior experience is not required, participants must dress appropriately, bring the necessary personal equipment, and be in good physical condition with a spirit of adventure and courage.
Our guide is ultimately responsible for the safety and well-being of all guests during the tour. Should the guide determine that a participant is not suitably dressed or lacks the required fitness level, they have the authority to decide if that individual may not join the activity for safety reasons. Some parts of the trip can be challenging due to variable weather conditions, strong winds, cold temperatures, and rugged terrain without defined paths.
Please note that snowmobiling are unsuitable for individuals with back issues. Additionally, pregnant women are not permitted to join any of these trips organized by ATC Grumant. We do not assume responsibility for any health concerns if this advice is disregarded.
Our guide is ultimately responsible for the safety and well-being of all guests during the tour. Should the guide determine that a participant is not suitably dressed or lacks the required fitness level, they have the authority to decide if that individual may not join the activity for safety reasons. Some parts of the trip can be challenging due to variable weather conditions, strong winds, cold temperatures, and rugged terrain without defined paths.
Please note that snowmobiling are unsuitable for individuals with back issues. Additionally, pregnant women are not permitted to join any of these trips organized by ATC Grumant. We do not assume responsibility for any health concerns if this advice is disregarded.
Weather in Svalbard can be highly unpredictable and can change rapidly, with potential for strong winds, snowstorms, dense fog, crevasses, or insufficient snow and ice. This may necessitate changes to the planned route, which could prevent us from reaching the intended destination. We may also need to alter the type of transportation or accommodation outlined in the itinerary. While we will do everything possible to provide a memorable Arctic experience, it's important to understand that these unique conditions are a natural part of this destination.
Accommodation
Comfortable accommodation in Pyramiden
Gallery of tour
