The 15-Day Expedition Program to Greenland on board the MS Fram features lectures, expert guides, PolarCirkel boat landings and excursions. Greenland, the largest island in the world, has 85% of its area covered with ice, and here you'll find some of the world's most active glaciers; and you most probably will experience the calving of an iceberg. 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./Kangerlussuaq/Embarkation
Depart from the U.S. on your transatlantic flight to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland. The town lies just north of the Arctic Circle and is a popular Greenland holiday destination as one of the best places to observe native wildlife. In the early 1960's musk oxen were introduced to Kangerlussuaq from North East Greenland, and today they count over five thousand. Here you'll be met by your guide. Transfer to the MS Fram by motorcoach and then PolarCirkel boats to start your Greenland adventure. An informative welcome meeting is held in the evening. Your days on board will be filled with opportunities to experience the fascinating Inuit culture, cruise among spectacular icebergs, numerous species of whales and seals, an abundant bird life including the white-tailed eagle, the unique Arctic flora, and, weather permitting, the Midnight Sun. [B/L/D]

Day 2: Sismiut
Arrive in Sismiut, the second largest town in Greenland with a population of about 5,200. The main trade here is fishing, and the town accommodates a large fleet of trawlers, a shipyard and a fish factory. This southernmost town on the west coast of Greenland is set in rolling countryside and the town center lies at the foot of a steep hill. Whether you partake in the city walk or one of the optional excursions, you'll be rewarded with fantastic views of the town, sea, and mountains. Worth seeing is the museum, the old city town with the oldest wooden church built in 1775. After dinner, a lecture about the old and new Greenland is held. [B/L/D]

Day 3: Qeqertarsuaq
Qeqertarsuaq ("largest island") is your next stop, located on the southern tip of the island with the same name. This is the largest island along the Greenland coast, with the population around 1,100. Guided walk through this small fishing and hunting town, set in wonderful surroundings at the foot of the impressive Basalt Mountains on you way to Blaesedalen ("the valley of the winds"), starting point of your hike is Rodeelv ("the red river"), where you'll be rewarded with spectacular views of majestic mountains and cascading waterfalls. For dog sledding enthusiasts, today's optional excursions taking place on the Lyngmark Glacier, is a must. There will be a lecture onboard about the Arctic Station and about the flora and fauna in Greenland. [B/L/D]

Day 4: Uummannaq-Ukkusissat
In the morning arrive in Uummannaq, situated in beautiful surroundings at the foot of the heart-shaped mountain. Life in a small village is the topic for the guided tour. Hunting and fishing are the main trades here, and the most important species of fish is the halibut. The halibut-processing factory is the town's major source of employment. Here, you may visit the magnificent church and the old-turfed house. You can participate in an optional hiking tour to Santa's summer cabin or an optional excursion to Qilakitsoq, where you can see the famous graves of the 500-years old mummies. In the afternoon arrive in Ukkusissat ("soapstone"), the most northern point was named by a nearby soapstone deposit. This village is set in spectacular scenery nestling between the magnificent mountains of the municipal borough of Uummannaq. [B/L/D]

Day 5: Kullorsuaq
Kullorsuaq ("the devil's thumb"), received its name from the view of the mountain formation at arrival. This small town only has a population of 400 inhabitants, most of them make their living from fishing and hinting. Here you have the possibility to interact with the locals, and learn of their tradition and culture- but the warmth and welcoming atmosphere is not to be mistaken. [B/L/D]

Day 6: Dundas
Dundas village is protected by Denmark and specifically excluded from areas under US Air Force control. In 1963 the area was given official status as Thule, the 17th municipality of Greenland and the northernmost community in the world. Dundas Village, at the base of the mountain Dundas closed down in 1985 and nowadays nobody lives in this settlement. You could still have an opportunity to go ashore and take a walk in the old settlement and see the remaining from Knud Rasmussen's old trading post. [B/L/D]

Day 7: Siorapaluk
Siorapaluk, is the most northerly natural community in the World and is the northernmost landing on this trip. Situated only 1,362 km from the North Pole, the village was founded in 1933 and is known for its beautiful surroundings and geology. Siorapaluk, means little Sands and was named after the small sandy beach in front of the village. You can attend a presentation on board, and hear the lecture given by a Siorapaluk local. [B/L/D]

Day 8: At Sea
We will sail as far north as possible and hope to reach 80 degrees north. This will depend on ice and weather conditions. [B/L/D]

Day 9: Qaanaaq (Thule)
Qaanaaq district was the first part of Greenland to be colonized by Inuits from the west. The district is among the northernmost inhabited places on earth and has a population of around 1000. Here you may visit the "Ultima Thule" souvenir shop with genuine and original artwork and crafts from the Qaanaaq district on a town walk, hike up behind the town and view the marvelous scenery, or experience a drum-dance on board the vessel to learn more on the culture and traditions common in the area. [B/L/D]

Day 10: At Sea
A series of lectures will be held on board on topics related to history and wildlife in the area. [B/L/D

Day 11: Upernavik
Founded in 1722, is situated nearly 800 km north of the Arctic Circle. Here the primary occupation is fishing for Greenland halibut, but hunting still plays a decisive role for employment in the settlements. A lecture on Eskimology will be held on the ship, but first take walk around the town and visit the world's northernmost open-air museum. [B/L/D]

Day 12: Eqip Sermia
Founded in 1722, is situated nearly 800 km north of the Arctic Circle. Here the primary occupation is fishing for Greenland halibut, but hunting still plays a decisive role for employment in the settlements. A lecture on Eskimology will be held on the ship, but first take walk around the town and visit the world's northernmost open-air museum. [B/L/D]

Day 13: Illulissat
Ilulissat is the third largest town in Greenland and it is set in marvelous surroundings at Jakobshavn Isfjord. Enormous icebergs run aground here at the mouth of the fjord, originating from the Jakobshavn Glacier, the most productive glacier in the world. Ilulissat is the metropolitan centre of the Disko Bay area and this aspect will be the theme of our guided tour, together with the town's long-standing history. The most important trades in Ilulissat are fishing and tourism. You have the possibility to join optional tours: Boat trip to the Icefjord; Hiking to the glacier; and a Helicopter trip to the glacier of Ilulissat. [B/L/D]

Day 14: Evighedsfjorden
During the day we will sail into this beautiful fjords, surrounded by majestic mountains and glaciers. Here you may see the highest peal in West Greenland, Naparutaq, which looms about the northern side of the fjords. Evighedsfjorden ("the eternityfjord") is one of these majestic places on earth were you really feel small in comparison to nature itself. You are welcome to go on a short excursion ashore and actually touch the glacier. [B/L/D]

Day 15: Kangerlussuaq/Disembarkation/Arrive in the U.S.
Return to Kangerlussuaq, situated in the end of the Kangerlussuaqfjord (big fjord). Transfer to the airport for your return flight back to the U.S. [B]

Meal codes: [B] Breakfast [L] Lunch [D] Dinner

Rates from US$7900 per person

Single and triple rates available upon request.
AARP members enjoy a discount of $150 per cabin.

Rates Include :
- Roundtrip Economy Class transatlantic airfare from the U.S. (or air from Copehagen or receive a $750 air credit)
- Accommodations in first-class hotels
- Accommodations on board the MS Fram in select cabin category
- Transfers as indicated in itinerary
- Meals as indicated in itinerary
- Port charges
- Services of a tour director
- Shore Excursions as indicated

Rates do not include :
- Add-on airfares for gateways other than Baltimore
- Optional shore excursions
- Gratuities
- 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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