TALE OF TWO ICE LANDS
This is a voyage that takes you through the highlights of Disko Bay and on to the less visited southern regions of Greenland. En route you will visit traditional Inuit communities and historic Viking settlements, the thriving Greenlandic capital of Nuuk, the impressive alpine landscapes of southern Greenland, before sailing across the Denmark Strait to the volcanic island of Iceland.
DAY 1: KANGERLUSSUAQ
Fly from Copenhagen to Kangerlussuaq, our main gateway into Greenland. Consisting of less than 600 hardy souls, who live and work in this remote desert-like landscape, the settlement is situated close to the majestic inland ice sheet that covers more than 80 percent of the country.
DAY 2: QEQERTARSUAQ
Situated on the volcanic island of Disko, Qeqertarsuaq is home to an Arctic research station that is part of a Copenhagen University study into flora and fauna. You can spend the time here strolling along the beach, enjoying the spectacle of towering icebergs that lie grounded on the shore, or you might like to join a highly recommended walking tour to Blæsedalen, a place rich in Arctic flora.
DAY 3: ILULISSAT
Ilulissat means iceberg in Greenlandic and this is a town that certainly lives up to its name. Sermeq Kujalleq is the most productive glacier in the northern hemisphere, feeding enormous icebergs into the ice fjord. Little wonder then that this stunning setting is on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
DAY 4: SISIMIUT
The second largest community in Greenland, Sisimiut’s bounty comes from the sea, with a modern fishing fleet, a shipyard and a fish processing factory all contributing to the town’s prosperity. We recommend a visit to the local Arts and Crafts workshop close to the pier, where you can watch artisans create traditional jewelry and perhaps purchase a local souvenir or two.
DAY 5: NUUK
The country’s capital and its oldest town, Nuuk was founded by the Norwegian missionary Hans Egede in 1728. Today it is a place where the old traditions and the new Greenland blend perfectly, from the picturesque old buildings of Kolonihaven, to the modern architecture of the country’s seat of government.
DAY 6-8: SOUTHERN GREENLAND
Your final routing through this region will be very much dependant on the weather and ice conditions. Some of our proposed landing sites are at Narsaq, an idyllic small town located in a huge complex of fjords and Ivittuut, an old mining village of approximately 200 summer residents. We hope to visit Qaqortoq, with its artistic stone sculptures and Hvalsey, where you can find some of Greenland’s best preserved ruins dating back to the Norse period. We also aim to call into Qassiarsuk, renowned as the spot where the Viking Erik the Red built his settlement at Bratthalid.
DAY 9: PRINCE CHRISTIAN SUND
Often filled with icebergs, this narrow 28 mile long sound is hemmed in by impressive granite rock cliffs on either side, offering a spectacular backdrop to your voyage today.
DAY 10: DENMARK STRAIT
Crossing the Denmark Strait you retrace the steps of the great Norse settlers of old, who left the shores of Iceland and Norway more than 900 years ago in search of new lands and new beginnings.
DAY 11: GRUNDARFJORDUR
Crossing the Denmark Strait you retrace the steps of the great Norse settlers of old, who left the shores of Iceland and Norway more than 900 years ago in search of new lands and new beginnings.
DAY 12: REYKJAVIK
The world’s northernmost capital, Reykjavik is a vibrant modern city surrounded by incredible natural attractions. Cosmopolitan and stylish, the city is filled with restaurants, museums and shops.
SAILING:
July 10-21, 2011
EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNTS
Rates from US$ 5140 per person in an inside cabin
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VACATION PRICE INCLUDES
- Voyage in cabin grade of your choice on a full board basis
- Transfers as applicable
- Roundtrip economy class flights between Copenhagen and Kangerlussuaq including current taxes and surcharges.
- Wind and water proof jacket
(Suites include a selection of drinks with meals on board)
For rates and availability, please call
1-800-334-6544 (U.S.) or +1-212-480-4521
(International) or go to the form How to Book.
Within India you can call us toll free at 1-800-345-3324 or visit www.cruisenorway.in
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Why sail on MS Fram?
- She's the only brand new vessel making regularly scheduled expedition cruises in Greenland
- Board landing craft via a unique sea level docking bay built right into the hull of the ship - no need to climb a ladder to access landing craft
- She's a true expedition ship with ice classified double hull, yet she also boasts luxurious "ocean liner" amenities and facilities.
- Norwegian Officers with years of experience navigating Antarctic/Arctic waters
- All cabins have flat panel televisions and refrigerators
- Modern bathrooms have built in hair dryers and heated floors
- Amenities on board include internet café, wi-fi, fitness room, sauna and Jacuzzi
- Observation lounges, restaurant and bars have floor to ceiling windows for viewing the spectacular scenery
- On board lectures by renowned scientists in state of the art multi media conference rooms
- Newly designed sturdy Polar Circle Boats are used for landings - not old fashioned zodiac craft
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