Natural Wonders of Greenland from Reykjavik
12 Days/11 Nights
From $7,499 per person
(Dbl. Occupancy, Not Incl. Airfare)
Select August Departures
Overview
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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: 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: Reykjavik.
Our optional Air & Ground package provides a convenient arrival. Use your leisure time in Reykjavik to discover the unique charm of the world’s northernmost capital and book one of our pre-programs. Or explore the sights of south and west Iceland on a self-drive road trip. The Seaventure docks in Old Reykjavik Harbor in the heart of the city, a five-minute stroll from the main squares, shopping and dining. The ship departs in the evening at 8:00pm.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Day at Sea-Denmark Strait.
Today we sail across the Denmark Strait towards Greenland, following the same maritime route used by Norse settlers more than 900 years ago. Enroute you can attend fascinating presentations by our Expedition Team members to prepare for your visit to Greenland. Or of course, you can choose to just relax and watch whales, dolphins, and seabirds from the deck or from your cabin.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 3: 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. Tasiilaq, 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 4: Day at sea-Prince Christian Sound.
When conditions are favorable, we travel along the 70 mile (112 km) long Prince Christian Sound which connects the Labrador and Irminger Seas. In this narrow, often ice choked channel, we come so close to icebergs you can almost reach out and touch one. The force of Greenland’s massive inland ice cap pushes glaciers towards the sea, where large chunks of ice break off and become floating icebergs.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 5: Qaqortoq.
With 3.000 inhabitants, Qaqortoq is the largest settlement in South Greenland. In this charming town you can find lots of strikingly beautiful colonial buildings, dating from the establishment of the town in 1775. The area has a rich history, as it has been inhabited continuously since prehistoric times. You can still see traces of Thule and Norse cultures throughout the region.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 6: Qeqertarsuasiat.
Qeqertarsuasiat is a small settlement with approx. 200 residents, mainly living from hunting and fishing. Visit the small mine and learn more about the extraction of precious stones.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 7: Nuuk.
With 16,000 inhabitants Nuuk is both the capital and the biggest city of Greenland. It combines Arctic traditions with European urbanity. 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 8: Sisimiut.
Sisimiut has a turbulent history, especially during the 18th century when the first Danish colony was destroyed by Dutch whalers who wanted to establish their own settlement. The Danes fought back and eventually recaptured Sisimiut after several fierce battles in the 1730s. Heavy fighting between Dutch whalers and various European nations took place over the years. Because of its flourishing shrimp industry, Sisimiut is one of Greenland’s most prosperous cities today.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 9 Ilulissat.
In the morning we reach Ilulissat village in fabled Disko Bay. Ilulissat is located beside the Ilulissat Icefjord. Delight in the thunderous spectacle when icebergs break off from the glacier and plunge into the fjord. Sermeq Kujalleq is one of the most productive glaciers in the northern hemisphere.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 10 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 11 Disko Bay-Qeqertarsuaq.
The small settlement of Qeqertarsuaq is located on the South Coast of Disko Island. In 1773 the first whaling base was founded there. Whaling has been of great importance to the town over the past two centuries. Hunting and fishing are still the primary occupations for the island’s inhabitants.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 12 Kangerlussuaq.
In the morning we reach the 120-mile (190 km) Kangerlussuaq Fjord and the town of the same name. It’s time to say goodbye to the Seaventure. Charter flight back to Keflavik.
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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| 8/7/23 | $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 7, 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.
