HIGHLIGHTS
- Visit
spectacular glacier fronts, steep-walled fjords and wind-swept tundra
in spitsbergen
- Experience
wildlife sightings walrus, polar bears, Svalbard reindeer and thousands
of birds
- Along
Greenland's remote eastern coast, explore the remains of ancient Thule
settlements and keep an eye out for grazing muskoxen
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Aug 25, 2024 | Sep 08, 2024 | 8,975 |
9,584 |
Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package
Cost: USD 695
Includes:
- One
nights pre-expedition hotel night in Reykjavik
- Group
transfer from Reykjavik hotel to ship on embarkation day
- Departure
transfer in Longyearbyen
- Charter
flight from Longyearbyen to Helsinki
Rates are listed per person
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Aug 25, 2024 | Sep 08, 2024 | 8,975 |
9,584 |
Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package
Cost: USD 695
Includes:
- One
nights pre-expedition hotel night in Reykjavik
- Group
transfer from Reykjavik hotel to ship on embarkation day
- Departure
transfer in Longyearbyen
- Charter
flight from Longyearbyen to Helsinki
ITINERARY
Day
1: Arrive in Reykjavik, Iceland
Your
Arctic expedition begins in Reykjavik. Arrive in the Icelandic capital
in the morning and make your way to your included hotel. You will have
the day to explore the city on your own.
Day
2: Embarkation Day
This
afternoon, you’ll board your vessel and begin your
expedition. Get ready for a great adventure ahead!
Days
3 and 4: Cruising
While
sailing north through the Denmark Strait, your Expedition Team will
teach you about the wildlife and history of Greenland, your next stop.
You’ll learn about the history of exploration in the Arctic,
as well as polar politics, glaciology and climate science.
You’ll also learn about the incredible sights, geology and
ecology you will soon explore.
Days
5 to 8: 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. If conditions allow, you may also visit
Ittoqqortoormiit, the most remote community in East Greenland.
Days
9 and 10: Cruising
As
we continue to sail north, the Greenland Sea is your pathway toward
Svalbard. 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
11 to 14: Exploring Spitsbergen, Norway
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
and tundra in full bloom, with walrus, polar bears and Svalbard
reindeer amongst your possible wildlife sightings. Birders will be
thrilled to see Arctic terns, skuas, and Brünnich’s
guillemots. If conditions are right, you could sail within 10 degrees
of the North Pole!
Day
15: Disembark in Longyearbyen & Fly to Helsinki, Finland
The
time to say goodbye has come. Your adventure ends in the frontier-style
settlement of Longyearbyen. From here, we’ll transfer you to
the airport for your return group charter flight to Helsinki, included
in the transfer package.
Ocean Adventurer (Expedition, 132-guests)
The new and improved Ocean Adventurer is designed to carry 132 travelers in comfort to the most remote corners of the world. Originally built in Yugoslavia in 1976, this nimble, ice-strengthened ship has become a passenger favourite over the years and underwent refurbishments in 1999 and 2002 with the most significant being in 2017. It is a recipient of the 2017 Travel Weekly Magellan Award for Overall Small Cruise Ship (500 passengers or under).
(Click image to view Ship details)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 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
- Transfer
from Longyearbyen town center to port on embarkation day
- Group
transfer to downtown Reykjavik on disembarkation day
- Greenland
voyages cruise passenger tax
Rates
above do not include the following:
- Mandatory
Transfer Package*
- International
airfare
- Arrival
transfer in Helsinki
- 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 and domestic 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
- Hiking:
Included
- Polar
Plunge: Included
- Zodiac
Cruises: Included
- Sea
Kayaking: USD 695
- Paddle
Excursion: USD 195
