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Arctic Odyssey: Iceland, Greenland and Canada

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Arctic Odyssey: Iceland, Greenland and Canada

Sail from Iceland to Greenland and Canada, tracing the paths of Vikings and Arctic explorers. Witness dramatic landscapes of soaring cliffs, massive glaciers, and remote fjords. Visit historic Norse settlements, spot polar bears and whales, and experience the vibrant culture of Arctic communities. This journey offers a rare opportunity to explore the untamed beauty and history of the North Atlantic and Arctic regions.

Day by day

Day 1: Reykjavík, Iceland | Embarkation

Arrive in Reykjavík, Iceland’s vibrant capital, where geothermal energy fuels a city rich in history and culture. Spend the day exploring its landmarks before boarding your expedition ship in the afternoon.

Day 2: Flatey Island | Seabirds and Historic Hamlet

Venture to Flatey Island, a tiny, picturesque outpost with a long history as a trading post. Walk through its charming village and follow coastal trails past dramatic cliffs where seabirds nest during the summer months.

Day 3 & 4: Denmark Strait | Sailing the Arctic Waters
Day 5: Prins Christian Sund, Greenland | Icebergs and Fjords
Day 6 & 7: Southern Greenland | Viking Ruins and Inuit Culture
Day 8 & 9: Davis Strait | Icebergs and Arctic Wildlife
Day 10 - 13: Labrador Coast, Canada | Wild Landscapes and Polar Bears
Day 14: L’Anse aux Meadows | Viking Heritage
Day 15: Eastern Newfoundland | Wild Shores and Marine Life
Day 16: St. John’s, Newfoundland | Disembarkation
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Highlights

Explore historic Viking settlements, including L’Anse aux Meadows and Erik the Red’s farm in Greenland.
Sail through the breathtaking fjords of Greenland and the rugged coast of Labrador.
Spot polar bears, whales, and seabirds in their natural Arctic habitat.
Visit Battle Harbour, a restored 19th-century fishing village in remote Canada.
Witness a total solar eclipse (August 12, 2026) from the Arctic waters of the Denmark Strait.

Activities

Sea Kayaking
Sea Kayaking
Under full instruction from your sea kayaking guide, experience true tranquillity as you paddle through clinking ice floes and realise the enormity of the surrounding scenery. Look out for breaching whales, lounging seals and penguins zipping alongside your kayak. Some experience is required.
Ice Camping
Ice Camping
Camp out on the ice and experience the silence which blankets the continent by night. This is your chance to completely connect with this ethereal ice world – wrap up warm and embrace the Antarctic elements.
Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing
Get a spring in your step when you slip on a pair of snowshoes in Antarctica. Enabling you to easily scale gentle slopes, this unique activity allows you to access hard to reach places and seek out the most impressive views.
Photography
Photography
Learn to capture wildlife and landscape shots in a small group photography program, including critiquing sessions and editing classes. Plus, Explorer Boat excursions with a dedicated photography expert on landings.
Explorer Boats
Explorer Boats
Achieve the best views and photographs from a forward facing Explorer Boats. They allow you to sit comfortably and securely while crackling through the ice-strewn waters. Look out for wildlife such as penguins, seals and whales as you cruise.
Yoga
Yoga
It doesn’t get more serene than complimentary yoga classes to the tune of glacial scenery. Join the most unique exercise setting in the world after a day of exploration. Classes are regular but are dependent on weather conditions and swell.

Arctic Odyssey: Iceland, Greenland and Canada

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