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15-Day Polar Expedition to Greenland: From Disko to Thule, Amid Glaciers and Inuit Communities

Main features
Boat type: expedition ship
Number of cabins: 245
Maximum capacity: 490 travelers

Cabins

Outside cabin - Lower deck
Capacity: 4 Berths maximum
Outside cabin with a double bed that converts into two single beds on request, and a sofa bed. It has a private bathroom with shower and toiletries, television, safe, two-pin European sockets and tea and coffee making facilities.
Outside cabin with balcony - Upper deck
Capacity: 4 Berths maximum
Outside cabin with a double bed that converts into two single beds on request, and a sofa bed or seating area. It has a private bathroom with shower and toiletries, TV, safe, two-pin European sockets and tea and coffee making facilities.
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NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice due to weather conditions or for technical reasons (captain's decision). Sailing times may vary depending on sea conditions and weather.

Itinerary

Itinerary
Reykjavik Nuuk
Your day starts early today as we make our way to Reykjavík airport to fly to Nuuk.
Nuuk is... more+ Greenland's colourful and compact capital. With a population of 20,000, it has a striking mix of modern and old buildings. If you prefer the latter, head for the old town along the waterfront. It is home to Nuuk Cathedral and the statue of Hans Egede, perched on a hill. In the water below, admire the magnificent statue of the Mother of the Sea, a striking juxtaposition of the two.
Your expedition ship awaits you in port. You'll be welcomed on board and take off your complimentary expedition jacket, then it's time to settle into your cabin and enjoy your first meal on board. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Nuuk Disko Bay
The crossing to the Arctic Circle will be an opportunity to familiarise yourself with AECO's... more+ guidelines and recommendations for operations and landings in the fragile Arctic environment. Be sure to attend these mandatory presentations if you wish to join the planned landings in the Far North.
You'll also have time to settle in on board, take advantage of the ship's state-of-the-art facilities and join in the first lectures on Greenland-related topics, including the participatory science projects carried out on board.
At some point during the voyage, we will cross the Arctic Circle, marking our entry into the territory of the Midnight Sun, in the heart of summer. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Disko Bay
Today we enter Disko Bay, a haven for whales and other animals. The waters of the region are dotted... more+ with icebergs of all shapes and sizes that have all drifted from the same place, the icy Ilulissat Fjord. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this spectacular place regularly features among Greenland's must-see sites, and today you'll understand why. Enjoy the scenery as you walk along the wooden footbridge leading to this splendid frozen fjord.
Marvel at the giant icebergs floating peacefully in the deep blue waters that take on different shades of white, grey and blue. Amateur and experienced photographers alike will return to the ship with some enviable shots. Back in the charming town of Ilulissat, visit the Ice Fjord Centre to learn more about the ice in this fascinating region and take a hike to Sermermiut for incredible views. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Disko Bay Uummannaq
It's beyond the Nuussuaq peninsula that distances take on their full meaning, as the region marks... more+ the beginning of Greenland's ‘far north’. At this latitude, life adopts a slower pace. We'll have to make do with the weather and ice conditions, and any attempt to disembark will be subject to the captain's ability to navigate the waterways safely, especially in summer fog. All in all, it's the perfect setting for our expedition.
The beauty of the land and the relative productivity of the environment have attracted visitors since the first settlers arrived over 4,000 years ago. Intriguing archaeological sites reveal without a word the ability of Arctic peoples to thrive in such a hostile environment. It was in this region that the famous Qilakitsoq mummies were discovered.
There are many things to do around here, including stopping off at small communities such as Uummannaq, a beautiful island home to the heart-shaped mountain Ukkusissat. We could visit the archaeological site of Qilakitsok, disembark in the wilderness or attempt a crossing of the interior fjords aboard our small expedition boats. 
Included activities: Visit to the community of Uummannaq, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Uummannaq At sea - Greenland
We'll spend the day on the high seas, crossing Melville Bay. This vast bay borders the frozen coast... more+ of Lauge Koch, where the ice cap meets the sea. Locally known as Qimusseriarsuaq, ‘the great dog sled run’, the bay was renamed by British explorers in honour of Robert Dundas, second Viscount Melville in the mid-nineteenth century.
Enjoy a day's sailing well above 70 degrees north. Relax on board, take part in wildlife spotting on deck with the expedition team and learn more about the Arctic through the programme of lectures on subjects such as nature, geology and mythology. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
At sea - Greenland Thulé
So named in the 4th century BC by the Greek explorer Pytheas, ‘Ultima Thule’ referred to a... more+ mythical land in the far north. No one knows exactly what territory Pytheas was referring to. However, some say it was northern Greenland. 
Included activities: Discovering Itilleq, Visit to the community of Savissivik, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Thulé At sea - Greenland
As our northern adventures draw to a close, we're heading south again. Days at sea are the perfect... more+ opportunity to relax on board. Chat with your new friends in the Expedition Lounge & Bar, catch up on your reading and enjoy some fine dining. If you haven't tried the whirlpool baths yet, now's your chance. What could be more magical than immersing yourself in warm water while watching the icebergs go by? 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
At sea - Greenland West Greenland
Home to some of the country's longest fjords, the central west coast of Greenland is a land of... more+ contrasts, dotted with a myriad of communities, including Greenland's second largest city. The vastness of the territory, however, makes this stretch of coast a sparsely populated region, where huge distances are the norm and a sense of remoteness and isolation is part of everyday life.
On our journey south, we'll be visiting communities where traditions are still firmly rooted, such as Sisimiut, 40 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle. This modern town has developed alongside ancient remains dating back more than 4,000 years. If you want to learn more about the ancient Saqqaq culture, don't miss the fascinating local museum. If you're looking for a special souvenir, opt for a qiviut scarf, hat or mittens. This wool, spun from the down of musk oxen, is reputed to be ten times warmer than sheep's wool. 
Included activities: Ilulissat - Hiking in the frozen fjords, Qeqertarsuaq - The Greenlandic polka, more+
Optional services: Ilulissat - Boat trip to the ice fjord more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
West Greenland Nuuk Reykjavik
Our arrival in Nuuk today marks the moment when you bid farewell to the ship, her crew, the... more+ expedition team and the friends you have made on this adventure. Greenland's bustling capital feels more like a metropolis than any of the other hinterland towns you've visited in the last two weeks. If you have time before your flight home, explore this fascinating window on modern Greenland. From here, you'll fly back to Reykjavík, after an adventure full of memories you won't soon forget. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner

included

The price includes
Flights from Reykjavík to Nuuk in economy class
Transfers between the airport and the ship in Nuuk
Transfers between the hotel and the airport in Reykjavík before and after the flight to Nuuk
Wines, beers, and spirits are available during meals and throughout the day and evening (subject to licensing regulations; premium beverages excluded)
Coffee, tea and soft drinks available throughout the day
Free bottle of water to fill on board and take home
Free waterproof and windproof expedition jacket
Photographer on board
Wi-Fi
Use of the sauna, hot tubs, pool, fitness room, lounges, etc.
Tips
Full access to the science centre on board
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
International flights
Additional night(s) if necessary due to international flight schedules
Travel insurance
Carrying luggage on the boat
Optional treatments in the wellness and spa area on board
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Filovent cancellation cover more+
Filovent comprehensive cover more+
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request
Activities and excursions upon request more+

Activities

Visit to the community of Uummannaq
included
Discovering Itilleq
included
Visit to the community of Savissivik
included
Meeting with the community of Qaanaaq
Enjoy a warm welcome in a local home and experience Greenlandic culture firsthand.
included
Discovering Siorapaluk
included
Ilulissat - Hiking in the frozen fjords
included
Qeqertarsuaq - The Greenlandic polka
included
Ilulissat - Boat trip to the ice fjord
Ilulissat is famous for its incredible ice fjord, which is best enjoyed from a boat. Get up close to nature and discover the ice that leaves visitors speechless and in awe.
Not included

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