HIGHLIGHTS
- Marvel
at the glaciers and abundant wildlife of Spitsbergen
- Hike
the tundra and explore a remote fjord-strewn coast of East Greenland
- Experience
Reykjavik, the vibrant and artistic capital of Iceland
- Cruise
in a Zodiac to explore glaciers, icebergs and more
- Immerse
yourself in the icy realm of the Arctic with optional kayaking
adventures
DATES / RATES
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ITINERARY
Day
1 - Arrival Day. Check into your included hotel.
Note: for
2022 itineraries, the trip will start in Oslo. For 2023, the
trip will start in Helsinki.
Day
2 Embarkation Day in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
After
breakfast, the group will transfer to the airport and board our private
charter flight to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen’s largest
settlement, as part of the transfer package. As you embark this
afternoon, you’ll enjoy great views of the mountainous
landscape that serves as a backdrop for this seaside town.
Days
3 to 6 Exploring Spitsbergen, Svalbard
Exploring
Spitsbergen, the largest island of the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago,
rewards you with austere beauty and opportunities to spot its abundant
wildlife. Here, you’ll visit spectacular glacier fronts and
steep-walled fjords, with walrus, polar bears and Svalbard reindeer
amongst your possible wildlife sightings. Birders will be thrilled to
see Arctic terns, skuas, long-tailed ducks, kittiwakes and ivory gulls.
If conditions allow, you could sail within 10 degrees of the North Pole!
Days
7 and 8 At Sea
While
sailing south through the Greenland Sea, your Expedition Team will
teach you about the wildlife and history of Greenland, your next stop.
On deck, you’ll learn to identify seabirds on the wing. Take
in a presentation, share your photos, sip an icy cocktail in the bar or
watch a film—there are many things to do during your time at
sea.
Days
9 to 12 Exploring East Greenland
During
your tour of Greenland’s remote eastern coast,
you’ll enjoy Zodiac cruises and shore visits to several
locations. 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. Finally, you will
sail through spectacular Scoresbysund, the birthplace of many icebergs
and, some say, the most beautiful fjord system in the world. If
conditions allow, you may also visit Ittoqqortoormiit, the most remote
community in East Greenland.
Days
13 and 14 At Sea
As
we cruise south, the Denmark Strait is your pathway toward Iceland.
Your Expedition Team will keep you informed and entertained with
presentations about the history of exploration in the Arctic and the
seabirds you’ll see soaring above your ship.
Day
15 Depart Reykjavik, Iceland
You’ll
disembark in Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital, at the end of your
journey. If you have booked post-expedition accommodation, we provide a
transfer to a central downtown location.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
Included:
* One night’s pre-expedition
hotel night (Oslo for 2022 and Helsinki for 2023)
* Charter flight from Oslo/Helsinki to
Longyearbyen
* Arrival transfer in Longyearbyen
* Transfer from Longyearbyen town center
to port on embarkation day
* Group transfer to downtown Reykjavik
on disembarkation day
* Greenland voyages cruise passenger tax
And on board:
* 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. Unfortunately, the
ships’ galleys cannot prepare kosher meals.)
* Select beer and wine during dinner;
and 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
* An official Quark Expeditions®
parka to keep
* Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
* All miscellaneous service taxes and
port charges throughout the program
* All luggage handling aboard the ship
* Emergency Evacuation insurance for all
passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person
Rates above do not
include the following:
* International airfare
* Arrival transfer in Oslo
* Airport transfer in Reykjavik
* Passport and visa expenses
* Government arrival and departure taxes
not mentioned above
* Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
* Baggage, cancellation, interruption
and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
* Excess-baggage fees on international
flights
* Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac
cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
* Laundry, bar and other personal
charges unless specified
* Phone and Internet charges
(connectivity may vary by location)
* Voluntary gratuity at the end of the
voyage for shipboard staff and crew
* Additional overnight accommodation
* Adventure Options not listed in
Included
ADVENTURE
OPTIONS
- Kayaking:
620 EUR
- Paddling:
180 EUR
