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DAY 1 | ARRIVE IN ICELAND Arrive at the international airport in Keflavik and transfer independently to your included hotel in Reykjavik. Depending on your arrival time, you may wish to explore Iceland’s fascinating capital. Many cultural and historical landmarks are located in or near the walkable city center.
DAY 2 | EMBARKATION Enjoy your complimentary breakfast at the hotel. Your transfer to the ship is scheduled for the afternoon, leaving you time to explore Reykjavik in the morning and have lunch on your own before you rendez-vous back at the hotel for the bus transfer to the port. Embarkation is scheduled for 4 pm. You’ll be notified of official welcome and safety briefings as we set sail for the Westfjords.
DAY 3 | EXPLORING WESTFORDS, ICELAND’S HIDDEN GEM Each region of Iceland has its own appeal for nature seekers, birding enthusiasts and history-lovers, and the seldom-visited Westfjords, where the land meets the sea in the most dramatic fashion, is no exception. Often referred to as “Iceland’s best-kept secret,” this rugged peninsula at the country’s remote northwestern tip is rife with fjords, and mountains that slope gracefully down to the sea. We spend our time exploring the fjords and shores of Iceland’s oldest region, enjoying its kaleidoscope of diverse land and seascapes. Here, tumbling cliffs and gushing waterfalls alternate with colorful beaches, and rolling green hills lead up to high moorlands dotted with rocky outcrops, small lakes, and the occasional shaggy Icelandic sheep or pony grazing in the distance. A few modest outposts of civilization, in the form small fishing communities nestled along the fjords and shores of the Denmark Strait, face out into the mighty Atlantic—keeping alive a maritime heritage that dates back to the Viking days.
One of today’s highlights is a chance to visit Vigur, a private island that provides guests with unique opportunities to delve into Icelandic culture and heritage as early as the 11th century.
DAYS 4 & 5 | AT SEA: CROSSING THE DENMARK STRAIT
DAYS 6 – 10 | EXPLORING SOUTHEAST GREENLAND
Your journey through Greenland begins in remote East Greenland, where weather and ice conditions shape daily excursions. Expect glaciers, steep mountains, and stunning fjords, like the scenic 100 km-long Prins Christian Sund. The region’s South Greenlanders, with their strong hunting and fishing traditions, offer a unique experience, including visits to villages like Aappilattoq. In Tasermiut Fjord, known as "Arctic Patagonia," you can enjoy Zodiac excursions, hiking, and sea kayaking amidst jagged peaks, glaciers, and wildlife. Continuing to the southeast coast, you’ll explore uninhabited fjords like Lindenow Fjord, home to marine mammals and possible polar bear sightings. The southern coast holds Norse history, with visits to Hvalsey’s well-preserved ruins and Qassiarsuk, where you can experience local sheep farming and explore the remains of Erik the Red’s estate.
DAY 11 | AT SEA
DAYS 12 – 13 | VENTURING INTO WEST GREENLAND
The sheer beauty of West Greenland can overwhelm first-time visitors: spectacular glaciers, mountainous landscapes, and thriving, culturally-rich communities. As we head north, we hope to embark on Zodiac daily excursions to explore local bays, channels and select landing sites. We’ll also explore some of the quaint settlements throughout the picturesque islands and fjords. Nuuk, the charming Greenlandic capital, is a must-visit destination on the west coast. You’ll have time to wander the streets of the historic Old Nuuk neighborhood and see the Hans Egede Church and Hans Egede statue near the waterfront, both named after the 18th-century missionary who founded the settlement. History buffs will make haste to the national museum to view the famous Greenlandic mummies, which were found under a rock outcrop in 1972. The remarkably preserved mummies of six women and two children date back to the 15th century. Pride of place for our seasoned expedition team is Eternity Fjord, which is home to the tallest mountains in all of West Greenland. This a favorite spot for us to launch our Zodiacs into the water to explore in-depth—where larger vessels can’t navigate. There are few settlements in this long fjord—but you will quickly appreciate nature in its rawest form as you hike among the towering mountains, and photograph the colorful tundra and other dramatic landscapes.
DAY 14 | EXPLORING KANGERLUSSUAQ AND DISEMBARKATION
Today we’ll explore 50 km (31 miles) above the Arctic Circle. Our destination is Kangerlussuaq, which is Greenlandic for “the long fjord.” At the end of this 180-km long fjord is a settlement bearing the same name. Fishing boats based in the town of Kangerlussuaq sail the full length of the fjord to access the ocean. The town is known for its stunning natural beauty— and for being the home of the largest airport in Greenland. You will be ferried from ship to shore on one last Zodiac ride, then transferred to the airport where you will board your charter f light to Iceland’s Keflavik International Airport, approxmately 45 minutes from Reyjkavik. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to your included hotel for the night.
DAY 15 | DEPARTING ICELAND
After breakfast in your included hotel in Reykjavik, transfer independently to the Keflavik International Airport for your onward journey.
