Exploring the High Arctic Nuuk, Greenland
Under the Midnight Sun
and marine life.
Be among the privileged few to visit the world’s largest island, whose frozen coastline has witnessed the birth of some of nature’s most breath-taking creations. Southern Greenland’s wilderness offers some of the most spectacular and unspolied scenery on earth, coupled with a rich culture, history and rarely seen geology. Sail through magnificent untouched Arctic wilderness regions and discover natural wonders, wildlife and Viking history.
12 Days
Reykjavík > Copenhagen
Day 01
Day 04-06
Reykjavík
East Coast Fjords
Welcome to Reykjavík where you board Scenic Eclipse.
Over the coming days, explore Greenland’s east coast, the fjords of Skjoldungen and Prins Christian Sund. Carving a breathtaking, naturally formed path separating the mainland from the islands of Cape Farewell, Prins Christianssund is one of Greenland’s most scenic waterways. Over a hundred feet in length, and flanked by magnificent glaciers and granite cliffs, this narrow passage is only accessible during summer, when the largest ice blockades melt away. Scenic Eclipse brings you close to the towering glaciers, huge icebergs and imposing peaks for unmissable photo opportunities. Discovery: Weather depending, partake in Scenic Discovery excursions by Zodiac, kayak and on nature walks. Discover majestic scenery, tundra landscapes, and native wildlife
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Day 02
Dynjandi (Fjallfoss) Weather depending, today we visit the jewel of the Westfjords. Stand back and admire the cascading bridal veil and discover why it was nicknamed ‘the thunder’. Made up of seven waterfalls, it is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Iceland. Meals: B.L.D
Day 03
At sea Cruise from Iceland across the Denmark Strait to the east coast of Greenland. The Discovery Team will enthrall you with their knowledge and passion for this region. Meals:
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Day 07
Narsaq
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The most striking agricultural town located on the edge of a fjord, Narsaq is known for its Greenlandic ‘cowboys’, lush farmlands and intriguing Norse history. In the 1960s, a long house was unearthed and is believed to be the very first place Eric the Red settled. Discover this quaint town and its close connection to the Mother Nature and visit the Narsaq Museum to learn about Norse history. Today choose one of our Scenic Freechoice activities or join a more active Scenic Discovery excursion. Freechoce: Walk around the town or Narsaq, and see the mixture of modern living and ancient traditions, or taste some Greenlandic specialties at the Hotel Narsaq. Discovery: Take a Scenic Discovery excursion by Zodiac or kayak or take a hiking tour. Meals: B.L.D
Day 08
Nuuk
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Nuuk means ‘majestic fjord views’ in Greenlandic. The capitol and largest city in Greenland, Nuuk has been inhabited by many settlers over the centuries, but the present town was only established in 1728. A guided tour through the picturesque Old Harbor reveals history and traditions that still
remain strong. Freechoice: Explore Nuuk by bus or on a guided walking tour or meet a local family and hear stories of past and present. Choose to taste some Greenlandic specialties or try the local Greenlandic beer at Greenland’s largest microbrewery. Meals: B.L.D
Day 09
Evighed Fjord Meander through the Evighed Fjord or “Eternity Fjord”, listening as chunks from the ice cap break away and collapse into the water. Gaze up at the highest mountains in West Greenland, watching as the mist swirls around them. Meals: B.L.D
Day 10
Ilulissat (Disko Bay)
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Spectacular days await as you cruise Disko Bay. Ilulissat is named from the Inuit word for ‘iceberg’. Formerly called Jakobshavn, known for its large number of icebergs breaking away from the nearby Ilulissat Icefjord, into which one of the world’s fastest moving and most active glaciers calves 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually. Listen for the rumbling sounds in the distance of icebergs calving from the Sermeq Kujalleq Glacier. Discovery: Scenic Discovery excursions by Zodiac, kayak or go onshore for landings.