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Ultimate Greenland

Join this expedition and brush up on Viking history and immerse yourself in present day Greenlandic Inuit culture.

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Ultimate Greenland: East, South & West coast

Picture yourself in Greenland, home to the world’s greatest fjords and some of the most active glaciers outside of Antarctica. You’ll be dwarfed by the sheer size and scale of Greenland´s nature, where the forces of that nature still reign supreme. Join this expedition and brush up on Viking history and immerse yourself in present day Greenlandic Inuit culture. Tundra hiking for all levels is available throughout the voyage. For those who like to get up close and personal and feel the elements, there will be plenty of zodiac cruising among the glaciers and of course, optional kayaking adventures.

Note:
This is a sample itinerary. We do our utmost to guarantee the best experience, unfortunately we have no control over the weather or wildlife behaviour. Ports of embarkation and disembarkation and sites may change depending on vessel and departure dates, weather- and ice conditions.

  • East Greenland

    Arrive in the Icelandic capital Reykjavik and make your way to the hotel. You will have the day on your own to explore the city.

    The next day, transfer from hotel to ship for embarkation and bid farewell to Iceland, as your expedition heads east towards Greenland. Your Greenland journey begins with a visit to Tasiilaq and the Ammassalik Fjord. It is the largest community in East Greenland, where the inhabitants may put on a cultural show for us and you’ll also have time to take a scenic hike to the Valley of Flowers. Time and weather permitting, we may go on a search for whales in the Ammassalik Fjord.

    Experience a true Arctic ghost town when we visit the abandoned Skoldungen settlement, where inhabitants were forced to move to larger, more accessible towns in 1961. The narrow part of Skoldungen Fjord is a great place to explore by zodiac. Those who opt for our kayaking program may have an opportunity to get out on the water to glide past icebergs.

  • South Greenland

    Climbers and mountaineers around the world know Tasermiut Fjord, known as one of the world’s most prolific big wall playgrounds. This part of Greenland is one of the most dramatic, being nicknamed the “Arctic Patagonia.” A bit of a history lesson will be provided here, as you learn about the settlements of the area, founded by Erik the Red. As we round Cape Farewell, the southernmost point in Greenland, we will call in at the natural hot springs found in the Uunartoq area, soak in the geothermal waters and watch the icebergs pass by.

  • Greenland’s West Coast

    Heading north, we’ll stop in at some of the quaint Greenlandic villages that dot the islands and fjords of Greenland’s western side. We’ll find friendly faces, local artisans and colorful houses on the wildflower-covered tundra.
    We’ll visit Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, yet home to fewer than 16,000 people. You’ll have time to wander the streets and see the Hans Egede Church and Hans Egede statue near the waterfront, named after the missionary who founded the settlement. You’ll also visit the museum to see the famous Greenlandic mummies.
    The nearby town of Sisimiut is an interesting place to visit as there are more dog sleds here than humans. Evighedsfjorden, meaning Fjord of Eternity, is a favored place for us to put the zodiacs in the water for some more in-depth exploration. This long, deep fjord has very few settlements, so you'll come to appreciate nature in its rawest form. There will be an opportunity for hiking among the towering mountains, and you’ll have plenty of chances to photograph the colorful tundra and dramatic landscapes.
    The coast of Greenland provides many dramatic, mountainous landscapes where fjords open into the sea. We will explore Ilulissat Icefjord, home to one of the world’s fastest moving glaciers. Moving approximately 19m per day, the glacier here provides you with a great opportunity to capture ice crashing into the sea, as it calves more than 35 km3 of ice each year. Continuing along, the Amerdloq Fjord provides you with a chance to stretch your legs by exploring abandoned villages and ancient Thule sites.

Dates & Rates

  • MS Fridtjof Nansen Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 14th Jun - 29th Jun 2023
    • Embark: Reykjavik
    • Disembark: Reykjavik
    Prices per person from
    8,613 EUR
  • MS Fridtjof Nansen Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 29th Jun - 14th Jul 2023
    • Embark: Reykjavik
    • Disembark: Reykjavik
    Prices per person from
    8,100 EUR
  • Ultramarine Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 29th Jun - 13th Jul 2023
    • Embark: Reykjavik
    • Disembark: Reykjavik
    Prices per person from
    10,000 EUR

    Up to 20% discount

  • MS Fridtjof Nansen Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 14th Jul - 29th Jul 2023
    • Embark: Reykjavik
    • Disembark: Reykjavik
    Prices per person from
    8,305 EUR
  • Ultramarine Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 14th Jul - 22nd Jul 2023
    • Embark: Reykjavik
    • Disembark: Reykjavik
    Prices per person from
    8,500 EUR

    Up to 20% discount

  • MS Balto Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 16th Jul - 11th Aug 2023
    • Embark: Ilullissat
    • Disembark: Constable Point
    Prices per person from
    21,890 USD

    Ship ends in Constable Point.
    Mandatory flight package to Reykjavik (see 'rates exclude')

  • MS Maud Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 20th Jul - 8th Aug 2023
    • Embark: Reykjavik
    • Disembark: Reykjavik
    Prices per person from
    8,390 EUR
  • Ultramarine Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 21st Jul - 29th Jul 2023
    • Embark: Reykjavik
    • Disembark: Reykjavik
    Prices per person from
    8,500 EUR

    Up to 20% discount

  • MS Fridtjof Nansen Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 29th Jul - 13th Aug 2023
    • Embark: Reykjavik
    • Disembark: Reykjavik
    Prices per person from
    8,100 EUR
  • Ocean Albatros Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 29th Jul - 8th Aug 2023
    • Embark: Reykjavik
    • Disembark: Kangerlussuaq
    Prices per person from
    6,590 USD
  • SH Vega Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 26th Aug - 5th Sep 2023
    • Embark: Reykjavik
    • Disembark: Kangerlussuaq
    Prices per person from
    15,615 EUR

    Now up to 30% discount

  • Ocean Albatros Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 4th Sep - 14th Sep 2023
    • Embark: Kangerlussuaq
    • Disembark: Reykjavik
    Prices per person from
    5,790 USD
  • MS Fridtjof Nansen Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 9th Jun - 24th Jun 2024
    • Embark: Reykjavik
    • Disembark: Reykjavik
    Prices per person from
    9,290 EUR
  • MS Fridtjof Nansen Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 24th Jun - 9th Jul 2024
    • Embark: Reykjavik
    • Disembark: Reykjavik
    Prices per person from
    9,290 EUR
  • Sylvia Earle Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 6th Jul - 22nd Jul 2024
    • Embark: Reykjavik
    • Disembark: Toronto
    Prices per person from
    17,795 USD
  • MS Fridtjof Nansen Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 9th Jul - 24th Jul 2024
    • Embark: Reykjavik
    • Disembark: Reykjavik
    Prices per person from
    9,290 EUR
  • MS Maud Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 18th Jul - 6th Aug 2024
    • Embark: Reykjavik
    • Disembark: Reykjavik
    Prices per person from
    9,890 EUR
  • MS Fridtjof Nansen Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 24th Jul - 8th Aug 2024
    • Embark: Reykjavik
    • Disembark: Reykjavik
    Prices per person from
    9,290 EUR
  • Ocean Albatros Greenland's East, South & West coast

    Dates
    • 5th Sep - 15th Sep 2024
    • Embark: Kangerlussuaq
    • Disembark: Reykjavik
    Prices per person from
    7,890 USD

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