Discovering Greenland From Reykjavik to Nuuk - Reykjavik to Copenhagen
Deal number 31697086
HX Expeditions
MS Fridtjof Nansen
2nd Jun 2027
Greenland
13-night cruise
Departing from Reykjavik
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14 day HX Expedition voyage departing Reykjavik.
12 night HX Expeditions cruise from Reykjavik to Nuuk onboard MS Fridtjof Nansen in an Arctic Superior Outside stateroom with balcony
One-way economy flight from Nuuk to Copenhagen
1 night post-cruise accommodation in Copenhagen including breakfast.
Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Wine, beer and spirits available at meals and throughout the day and evening
All day coffee, tea and soft drinks.
Complimentary Wi-Fi.
In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by the knowledgeable Expedition Team.
Transfer from the ship to the airport in Nuuk
Depending on the hotel location, luggage only or bus transfer from the airport to the hotel in Copenhagen after the expedition cruise
Wind and waterproof expedition jacket.
A complimentary Ocean Bottle water bottle to refill on board and take home
Professional photos from your trip taken by the onboard photographer.
Use of sauna, hot tubs, pool, fitness room , lounges and more.
Use of the Science Centre, including the library and advanced biological and geological equipment.
Professional onboard photographer gives tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos.
Informal gatherings with the crew for daily briefings.
Daily briefing with the Expedition Team about the plans for the next day.
Escorted landings with Zodiacs
Loan of boots, trekking poles and other necessary equipment for activities.
Gratuities included.
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Witness the majestic landscapes of Greenland as we explore deep fjords cut into breathtaking mountain landscapes, cruise to cascading tidewater glaciers, delight in the otherworldly beauty of crystalline icebergs, and spot aquatic mammals along the way.
Itinerary
Take a stroll along Laugavegur with its boutiques and outdoor shops, gaze in awe at the striking Hallgrimskirkja Church, and drop in on the fascinating Reykjavk Art Museum.
During the two-day crossing, you'll have plenty of time to get to know the ship and all its onboard facilities. At the same time the Expedition Team will give presentations about the protocols of respectfully visiting the fragile natural areas and Indigenous Arctic communities. Now is the time to book excursions and maybe learn a few words of Greenlandic.
Primarily, however, this is a time of adjustment and enjoyment. You'll relish delicious meals in the onboard restaurants, listen to some amazing talks and simply get to relax and unwind on this comfortable ship. As we get closer to Greenland, or Kalaallit Nunaat as it is known you'll feel the anticipation and excitement building, your adventure is about to begin!
On our landings, excursions, and activities well aim to visit Norse ruins, sail into majestic fjords where beautifully sculpted icebergs glisten in the sun, and go on community visits to picturesque towns. You might land at the colourful and tranquil settlement of Qaqortoq with its beautiful lake, drop by Erik the Reds farm at Brattahlio, and simply gaze in wonder at the spectacular mountainous landscapes of the scenic southern fjords.
As you'll discover, southern Greenland's rugged mountain ranges tower above scattered green meadows and fjords. Its a landscape sculpted by ice and weather over billions of years. The Norsemen settled here over a thousand years ago, but the harsh living conditions eventually saw them leave after only four centuries. Now, in this vast and mostly unpopulated wilderness, youll enjoy a sense of tranquillity not often found in the modern world, so just relax, enjoy the nature, and learn all about what makes this region so special.
On our way north, and always adapted to the local conditions, we'll get to know the landscapes of the so-called Mellembygden the Middle Settlement of the Norse settlers. We'll also look for the ghostly mining town of Ivittuut, where the historically important mineral cryolite was mined, but where today the only inhabitants are shy musk oxen. And we'll sail into great fjords carved out over millennia by massive glaciers cascading down from the icecap.
Wildlife thrives in this isolated region. Join our Expedition Team on their wildlife watches either on board or on land, and keep your camera and binoculars ready for seabirds, nesting colonies, and whales feeding at sea. If were lucky, we may even see one of the few musk ox herds living on the west Greenland coast.
These are the lands of the ancient Norse Western Settlement, the northernmost area they managed to colonise in the Middle Ages. It was probably in Nuup Kangerlua where the descendants of the Vikings met the Thule people for the first time.
The fjords are dotted here and there by old Norse ruins and small Inuit settlements. Some are abandoned, like picturesque Qornoq, while others are thriving, such as Kapisillit and its 88 inhabitants. Relative proximity to Nuuk somehow disguises the fact that communities along Nuup Kangerlua were until very recently as isolated as any other in Greenland.
Weather and ice permitting, during the next two days we will explore the fjord system and enjoy the ever-changing mountain landscapes. We'll also try to reach the icy headwaters of Nuup Kangerlua and visit one of the villages, while always looking for nature-landing, expedition-boatcruising and wildlife-watching opportunities.
From here, you'll catch a flight back to Copenhagen for an overnight stay, taking with you a wealth of fantastic memories that will no doubt endure.
Perhaps you will have gained a new insight into the how the histories of tiny Denmark and huge Greenland are intertwined. If you have time, perhaps you can explore the parts of city you may have missed before your trip. Copenhagen has some fine beaches not too far from the international airport, if you fancy a dip before heading home.?
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