Expedition Cruise - Northwest Passage to Greenland
Small-Ship Cruise
17
US$
days from
21613
This adventurous expedition cruise will give you a great mix of all the Arctic has to offer - the history of Franklin's expedition in Canada's Northwest Passage, including Beechey island, incredible wildlife such as walrus haul-outs, polar bear, whale and birdcliffs and the beautiful glaciers, fjords and mountains of Western Greenland. Top it off with visits to Inuit communities and you have a very well-rounded Arctic cruise.
Activity / Theme
Country
Expedition Cruise, Culture, Nature & Wildlife, Hiking, Mixed-Activity, Snow
Canada, Canadian Arctic, Greenland, NT, NU, YT, Arctic-, - north (NT, NU, YT),- north (NT, NU, YT)
Comfort Level
Physical Rating
Luxury
Leisurely / Moderate
Transportation
Accommodation
Luxury ice-strengthened small expedition vessel
Luxury twin or double cabins with private facilities
Months of Operation
August, September
Adventure Coordinators Insider Tip:
As I explored the Ilulissat Icefjord in Greenland, I asked my Zodiac driver to turn off the engine. The silence as icebergs and bergy bits were floating all around was incredible.
Itinerary
DAY 1 Arrive in Toronto, Canada
DAY 2 Fly to Resolute and Embark
DAYS 3 to 6 Exploring Canada’s High Arctic - Beechey Island, polar bears, birdcliffs, Inuit community, Devon Island, Croker Bay glacier, walrus, Dundas Harbour RCMP outpost, Grise Fjord
DAYS 7 and 8 Exploring Smith Sound
DAY 9 Qaanaaq, Greenland - Inuit culture and traditions
DAY 10 At Sea
DAYS 11 to 15 Exploring West Greenland - communities, Ilulissat Icefjord, kayak demonstration
DAY 16 Disembark Kangerlussuaq & fly Toronto
DAY 17 Depart Toronto
Inclusions
Accommodation in Toronto
Charter flight Toronto - Resolute and Kangerlussuaq - Toronto
Transfers to and from the ship
Leadership by experienced Expedition Team
All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program
All shore landings per the daily program
Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board
Beer and wine during dinner
Coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
Formal and informal presentations
A photographic journal documenting the expedition
A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan
Expedition 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
Sample tour. Itinerary, accommodation, transportation, inclusions and prices are correct at the time of publication but may change without prior notice. Please inquire.
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