The crowds are gone, the snow and ice completely transform the landscapes, and everything feels quieter, almost personal.

The fjord itself is free to visit 24 hours a day ... During the spring, summer and fall, cruises take place daily, while winter departures are limited to Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays.

Fjord itineraries call at coastal cities including ... Svalbard has three key seasons: Polar summer, winter Northern Lights ...