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In the wake of the Vikings - Expedition to Greenland, Labrador and Newfoundland
Small-Ship Cruise
15
US$
days from
9495
Follow in the wake of Leif Erikson on a journey from Greenland to Labrador and down the coast to l'Anse aux Meadows in Canada's Newfoundland. En-route encounter icebergs, polar bear, whales, seabirds and marine wildlife. Land at Torngat Mountains National Park with Canada’s highest peaks east of the Rockies, superb scenery and wildlife such as polar bear, black bear, caribou, falcons, and eagles. Visit the haunting remains of Moravian Mission stations and communities along the Labrador coast. Discover the Norse settlement at l'Anse aux Meadows and explore the picturesque villages and rocky shores on the east coast of Newfoundland before ending your journey in lively St. John’s.
Activity / Theme
Country
Hiking, Expedition Cruise, Culture, Nature & Wildlife
Greenland, Canada, Canadian Arctic, NT, NU, YT, QC, Arctic-, - atlantic (NS, NB, NL, PE),- north (NT, NU, YT),- quebec
Comfort Level
Physical Rating
Comfortable
Leisurely / Moderate
Transportation
Accommodation
Comfortable ice-strengthened polar exploration vessel
Comfortable quad, triple or twin cabins and suites with private amenities
Months of Operation
September
Adventure Coordinators Insider Tip:
As this journey follows in the wake of the Viking voyages to North America, Helge Ingstad's The Viking discovery of America would be a good companion on this journey
Itinerary
DAY 1 Embark in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
DAY 2 Kangerlussuatsiaq Fjord - explore sublime landscapes
DAY 3 Nuuk - Greenland's captial
DAY 4 Davis Strait - lectures; look for whales, seabirds, marine wildlife
DAYS 5-7 Torngat Mountains NP - wildlife & explorations
DAY 8 Hebron - Moravian Mission
DAY 9 Nain - community visit
DAYS 10-12 The Labrador Coast - landings in tundra & boreal forest
DAY 13 L’Anse aux Meadows - visit Norse settlement
DAY 14 Eastern Newfoundland - community visit
DAY 15 St. John’s - disembarkation
Inclusions
Passage aboard the ship
Applicable taxes and credit card fees
Complimentary expedition jacket
Contribution to Discovery Fund
Special access permits, entry and park fees
Team of expedition staff
Guided activities
Sightseeing and community visits
All Zodiac excursions
Port fees
Pre-departure materials
Educational program
Nikon Camera Trial Program
Interactive workshops
Evening entertainment
All shipboard meals
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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