Natural Wonders of Greenland from Kangerlussuaq
12 Days/11 Nights
From $7,499 per person
(Dbl. Occupancy, Not Incl. Airfare)
Select August Departures
Overview
Intro Goes Here…
Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 11 nights aboard the Seaventure and 32 meals (11 breakfasts, 10 lunches, and 11 dinners).
Best Time to Go: August.
Destinations: Destinations: Arctic, Europe, Greenland, and Iceland.
Interests: Adventure, Culture & History, Expedition Cruising, Sea Kayaking, Whale Watching, and Wildlife Viewing.
Places Visited: Southwest Iceland.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Please Note: All routes and excursions are provisional and subject to change as weather and sea conditions may affect the itinerary. Changes in the itinerary are expressly reserved.
Day 1: Kangerlussuaq.
Welcome to Greenland! Charter flight from Keflavik to Kangerlussuaq. The Seaventure anchors off Kangerlussuaq and embarkation is conducted via our Zodiac boats (don’t forget your rain clothes). The ship departs in the evening.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Qeqertarsuaq.
The small town of Qeqertarsuaq is on the south side of the Disco Island. The Danish name of the settlement is godhavn, which translates to “Good Harbour”. The name is due to the favorable location and abundance of whales attributed to the bay.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 3: Uummannaq.
Uummannaq is considered one of the most beautiful towns in Greenland. Located on a small island about 300 miles (483 km) north of the Arctic Circle, this tiny, picturesque village lies at the foot of a heart-shaped mountain.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 4: Ilulissat.
Our next stop is Ilulissat, which means “iceberg” in Greenlandic. And with good reason, as the town is located at the mouth of the iceberg-filled Ilulissat Ice Fjord. Delight in the thunderous spectacle when icebergs break off from Sermeq Kujalleq glacier and plunge into the fjord.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 5: Sisimiut.
With approximately 5,600 inhabitants, Sisimiut is the second largest town in Greenland. It is a modern settlement that maintains ancient traditions. The fishing industry still plays an important role.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 6: Nuuk.
Nuuk is the capital of Greenland and its oldest town. Founded in 1728 by Danish-Norwegian missionary Hans Egede, the city combines Arctic traditions and European urbanity. With around 16,000 inhabitants, Nuuk is considered a modern, bustling metropolis compared to the rest of Greenland. Visit the city sights on a walking tour that ends at the National Museum, which exhibits the famous mummies of Qilakitsoq.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 7: Ikka Fjord.
The underwater world is like no other, it contains a forest of remarkable mineral columns growing on the seabed. The columns formed over 10,000 years ago of the extremely rare mineral Ikait.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 8: Prince Christian Sound.
When conditions are favorable, we travel along the Prince Christian Sound. In this narrow, often ice choked channel, we come so close to icebergs you can almost reach out and touch them.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 9: Day at Sea.
Today we sail along the East Coast towards Ammassalik Island.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 10: Ammassalik Island.
The island is characterized by several glaciers, jagged peaks, rivers, lakes and waterfalls. There are vast green valleys and deep fjords with newly calved icebergs dropping off the ice cap into the sea. Tasiiilaq, the largest town in East Greenland, is located on Ammassalik Island. With its population of approximately 2,000 people, the town is the gateway to explore East Greenland.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 11: Day at Sea-Denmark Strait.
Today we sail across the Denmark Strait towards Iceland. This route was used by Norse settlers traveling to Greenland around 900 years ago.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 12: Reykjavík.
After breakfast, we bid farewell to the Seaventure as we sail back into Reykjavik. You can also simply hang out in Reykjavik, a perfect city for those who want to refresh their spirit in a place that combines invigorating outdoor activities, great food, and world-class entertainment.
Meals: Breakfast
Itinerary Map
Prices & Dates
Price per Person
| Departure Date | Cabin Cat. 1 |
Cabin Cat. 2 |
Cabin Cat. 3 |
Cabin Cat. 4 |
Cabin Cat. 5 |
Cabin Cat. 6 |
Cabin Cat. 7 |
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| 8/18/23 | $7,499 | $8,499 | $9,299 | $10,095 | $10,895 | $13,870 | $15,950 |
** The prices shown above are in U.S. Dollars. See the cost of this tour in your currency at xe.com.
Notes:
- The above prices are valid until August 18, 2023.
- The single supplement is 1.75 times the double price.
- The triple rate is the total cost of the cabin divided by 3.
- Children under 12 (sharing with 2 parents/adults) receive a 25% discount.
What's Included
Price Includes
- South American Vacations’ expert pre-departure planning services and documentation.
- Group transfers are offered from the airport to the hotel for $36 per person before the cruise and from the hotel to the airport for $25 per person after the cruise.
- Accommodation on board the M/V Seaventure.
- All meals scheduled on board, including coffee, tea, and water.
- All Zodiac excursions (weather dependent).
- English speaking guide.
- All presentations from cruise staff and guest speakers.
- Onboard entertainment program.
- Iceland ProCruises jacket.
Price Does Not Include
- International airfare.
- Domestic airfare.
- Hotel nights before/after the cruise.
- Meals not indicated on the itinerary.
- Gratuities to ship crew and guides (Suggested $00/per/day for the naturalist guides and crew).
- Bar, gifts, and personal items.
- Travel insurance.
We will be happy to quote the cost of airfare, land services, and travel insurance and to make these arrangements for you.
Accommodations
Greenland
TBD
Additional Details
Group/Private: All services included in this tour are operated on a group basis.
Elevations: N/a.
Passport/Visa: U.S., Australian, and Canadian citizens require a valid passport (with at least six months of validity from your departure date) and return ticket for stays of up to 90 days. EU nationals do not need to show a national ID card or passport, but it is still highly recommended to take them.
Travel Insurance: In order to protect your travel investment from unforeseen circumstances that may arise before or during your trip, we strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance. We offer Allianz Global Assistance’s Classic Comprehensive and other plans. The Benefits and Coverage Limits are summarized on our Travel Insurance page. Call your travel counselor if you have any questions or to purchase a plan.
To Book This Trip: Call or email us to confirm the availability of the ship for your desired dates of travel. Once we have confirmed availability, you will need to pay a non-refundable deposit of $000 per person. The balance of the trip cost is due 00 days prior to departure.
