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Sail in luxury on MS Fram and explore South Greenland. You'll come settlements along the route. You'll have many opportunities to see walruses, seals, a variety of whales and birds, musk ox, wild reindeer, and some of the more than 500 species of plants.
Day 1: Depart the U.S. (or your home country)
Depart the U.S. on your transatlantic flight to Reykjavik.
Day 2: Reykjavik/Embarkation
Arrive in Reykjavik where you will be transfered to MS Fram which is docked at the old harbor of Reykjavik, Midbakki. [B]
Day 3: Grundarfjordur
Grundarfjordur is the capital of the West fjords region of Iceland. Grundarfjordur lies close to the scenic Snafellsnes Peninsula and Snafellsjokull glacier. Two optional shore excursions are available or you can explore fantastic Grundarfjordur on your own. [B/L/D]
Day 4-5: At sea
While we are at sea, a series of lectures will be held on board. Enjoy a number of educational presentations as you set your sights on the amazing Greenland travel yet to come. [B/L/D]
Day 6: Igaliko
The Greenland portion of your Greenland & Iceland cruise begins in Igaliko, a settlement in the ancient sea of Gardar. From the slopes above it, people enjoy the most beautiful and peaceful panorama of the country. The name Igaliko means "The Abandoned Fireplace." The Norwegian Anders Olsen started farming at Gardar in 1780 and dedicated the place to St. Nicolas, the protector of seafaring people. [B/L/D]
Day 7: Qaqortoq
Founded in 1775, Qaqortoq has a town square with Greenland's oldest fountain and some of the most well-preserved buildings from the country's colonial era. [B/L/D]
Day 8: Qassiarsuk
In Qassiarsuk, take a guided walk through the settlement. View its reconstructed farm, longhouse, and church of Viking explorer Erik the Red, who settled here in 982. [B/L/D]
Day 9: Narsaq
Your Greenland travel continues in Narsaq. Centrally located in a huge complex of fjords rich in seals, salmon, trout, and Minke whales, Narsaq is a good place to begin your tour of southern Greenland. [B/L/D]
Day 10: Ivittuut
An old mining village, Ivittuut is inhabited only part of the year. In summertime, some old houses are used for tourism. [B/L/D]
Day 11: Nuuk
Home to 15,000 people, capital city Nuuk-Greenlandic for "peninsula"-lies at the mouth of one of the world's largest fjord systems. See the old buildings in "Kolonihaven," the Greenland Home Rule building, and the Greenland National Museum, which houses eight 15th century mummies found in Qilakitsoq. [B/L/D]
Day 12: Sisimiut
After docking in Sisimiut, Greenland's second-largest town, we will enjoy a kayak show demonstrating old hunting techniques alongside the ship. Excursions in Sisimiut, apart from the boat trip, require reasonably good physical condition. Our visit will focus on the old part of the town and the harbor. [B/L/D]
Day 13: Eqip Sermia
Experience the formidable Eqip Sermia glacier up close. Go ashore by tender boat for glacier views and a BBQ dinner. Passengers in good shape can hike in the area. [B/L/D]
Day 14: Ilulissat
Third-largest town in Greenland, Ilulissat-Greenlandic for "icebergs"-lies on Ilulissat Isfjord, added to UNESCO's World Heritage List in 2004. Enormous icebergs run aground just outside of town. [B/L/D]
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Day 15: Evighedsfjorden
We sail into this beautiful fjord, surrounded by majestic mountains and glaciers. If conditions permit, we go for a PolarCirkel cruise along the glacier front at a safe distance or land ashore for a short hike. [B/L/D]
Day 16: Kangerlussuaq-Copenhagen
Kangerlussuaq is the main gateway to Greenland. The airport was built by the U.S. during World War II. From here, you will board your charter flight to Copenhagen. Overnight hotel in Copenghagen [L]
Day 17: Copenhagen - Return to U.S. (or your home country)
Check out from your hotel in Copenhagen, transfer to your flight to the U.S. (or home country)
Meal codes: [B] Breakfast [L] Lunch [D] Dinner
Super Sale. Rates from USD 3995 per person plus taxes
YOUR GREENLAND CRUISE FARE INCLUDES:
- Flight from New York to Reykjavik
- Transfers from aitport to pier in Iceland
- 15-day cruise aboard MS Fram
- Transfer from ship
to airport in Kangerlussuaq
- Flight from Kangerlussuaq to Copenhagen
- Transfer from airport to hotel in Copehagen
- 1 night hotel post cruise in Copenhagen
- Flight from Copenhahen to New York
YOUR GREENLAND CRUISE FARE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Add-on fares from other U.S. gateways
- Optional shore excursions
- Gratuities
- Air fuel surcharges, air taxes
For rates, please call
1-800-334-6544 (U.S.) or +1-212-480-4521
(International) or go to the form How to Book.
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