Destination:
Finland,
Iceland,
Duration:
15 days
Style:
Adventure,
Polar,
River/Small ship/Barge,
Travel Period:
July 2027 - July 2027
Gallery
5+ Gallery Photos
Overview
Named one of National Geographic Traveler’s 50 Tours of a Lifetime, this unforgettable voyage begins above the Arctic Circle at Spitsbergen, the “wildlife capital of the Arctic,” ventures to the spectacular, remote landscape of East Greenland, and ends in Iceland. In Spitsbergen, you’ll visit spectacular glacier fronts, steep-walled fjords and wind-swept tundra, where wildlife sightings include walrus, polar bears, Svalbard reindeer and thousands of birds. During your tour of Greenland’s remote eastern coast, you’ll explore the remains of ancient Thule settlements and keep an eye out for grazing muskoxen—40 percent of the world’s muskoxen population lives here. The towering cliffs, massive glaciers, rugged fjords and vast swaths of untouched tundra in these breathtaking environments will provide sights, sounds and scenes you’ve never experienced, permanently transforming your connection to the planet we call home. Explore the amazing Arctic, immerse yourself in the beauty and fragility of a wondrous region, and return with unique memories that will last a lifetime.
Experience Reykjavik, the vibrant and artistic capital of IcelandMarvel at the glaciers and abundant wildlife of SpitsbergenHike the tundra and explore a remote fjord-strewn coast of East GreenlandCruise in a Zodiac to explore glaciers, icebergs and moreImmerse yourself in the icy realm of the Arctic with optional kayaking adventures
What's Included
- An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
- Leadership throughout your voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities
- All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
- All shore landings as per the daily program
- Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage. Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible.
- Complimentary select beer, wines and cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
- Complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
- Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
- A photographic journal documenting the expedition
- A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
- Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
- Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting on social media and voice applications. (Premium packages are available for more data-intensive applications.) Note: Internet access in the polar regions is subject to geography, climate, and other factors beyond our control
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
- All luggage handling aboard the ship
- Transfer from Longyearbyen town center to port on embarkation day
- Group transfer to downtown Reykjavik on disembarkation day
- Greenland voyages cruise passenger tax
Start:Helsinki, Finland
Finish:Reykjavík, Iceland
Finish:Reykjavík, Iceland
Type:Group tour (max 50)
Tripcode:
ARC-ISL-15D
Options and details
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Your Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive in Helsinki, Finland
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Day 2 - Fly to Longyearbyen, Svalbard, and embark
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Days 3 to 6 - Exploring Spitsbergen, Svalbard
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Days 7 and 8 - At Sea: Cruising the Greenland Sea
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Days 9 to 12 - Exploring East Greenland
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Day 13 - At Sea: Crossing the Denmark Strait
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Day 14 - The Westfjords: Icelands Hidden Gem
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Day 15 - Disembark in Reykjavik, Iceland
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Day 9 - Exploring East Greenland
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Day 10 - Exploring East Greenland
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Day 11 - Exploring East Greenland
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Day 12 - Exploring East Greenland
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Day 13 - Cruising
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Day 14 - Cruising
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Day 15 - Depart Reykjavik, Iceland
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Travel Partner
As the Leader in Polar Adventures, we explore the Polar Regions differently from everyone else. When you travel with Quark Expeditions, you’re exploring alongside the most experienced polar experts on Earth, setting foot where few ever will, and doing what few ever dream. Do you want to explore off the beaten path? We can take you to where there are no paths at all. Will you be content to just cruise? Or would you prefer to cruise 1,000 feet over the untouched polar wilderness in a twin-engine helicopter? With Quark Expeditions you won't just be on vacation—you’ll be on the expedition of a lifetime.