Arctic Expedition and Discovery

Aboard S/Y Admiral Bellingshausen


Greenland
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Duration: 8 days
Starts: Kulusuk, Greenland
Ends: Kulusuk, Greenland
Language: English speaking voyage


Included


Set sail on an unforgettable journey of Expedition and Discovery to the Arctic aboard the legendary S/Y Admiral Bellingshausen. Explore the pristine wilderness of Greenland, uncover its scientific secrets, and immerse yourself in a world of unparalleled natural beauty and adventure.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Kulusuk
Kulusuk – Gateway to the Arctic

Nestled on a rugged coastline where ice meets rock, Kulusuk is a charming village that feels like the edge of the world. Colorful houses dot the landscape like scattered jewels, set against a backdrop of jagged peaks and drifting sea ice. It is a place where time slows, and the rhythms of Inuit life still echo in the wind

Day 2: Tasiilaq
Tasiilaq – Heart of East Greenland

Cradled between dramatic fjords and snow-capped mountains, Tasiilaq is the largest settlement in East Greenland — and its cultural soul. Here, modern Greenlandic life thrives alongside deep-rooted traditions. A walk through the town reveals handcrafted art, vibrant community life, and views that leave you breathless at every turn.

Day 3: Kuummiut
Kuummiut – Echoes of Tradition

Hidden deep in the fjordlands, Kuummiut is an Inuit village that preserves the quiet dignity of ancient ways. Fishermen glide along the glassy waters, and children laugh under vast skies untouched by time. Visiting Kuummiut feels like stepping into a living museum of Arctic culture.

Day 4: Ikassa
Ikassa – Where Ice Shapes the Earth reigns.

Ikassa offers an otherworldly encounter with raw nature — a realm where glacial tongues spill into the sea and silence reigns. Here, the ice speaks in creaks and cracks, reminding you that this is a landscape constantly in motion, carved by forces far older than humankind.

Day 5: Ikateq
Ikateq – Ghosts of a Forgotten War

Shrouded in mist and memory, Ikateq is home to the haunting remains of a U.S. military airfield built during World War II. Rusted fuel barrels and abandoned barracks lie frozen in time, offering a surreal glimpse into history amidst the untouched Arctic wilderness.

Day 6: Tiniteqilaaq
Tiniteqilaaq – Village of Ice Dreams

With its poetic name meaning “the strait that runs dry at low tide,” Tiniteqilaaq is a tiny village perched on the edge of a vast iceberg-strewn fjord. From every doorstep, you gaze upon drifting giants of ice — ever- changing, ever-beautiful — making it a place of quiet wonder and reflection.

Day 7: Johanfjord
Johanfjord – The Ice Cathedral

Deep and solemn, Johanfjord cuts into the Greenlandic coast like a sacred passage. Surrounded by towering cliffs and adorned with sculpted ice formations, it evokes the hushed reverence of a cathedral built by nature. This is a place to contemplate the sublime power and serenity of the Arctic.

Day 8: Kulusuk
Return to Kulusuk.

As the expedition loops back to Kulusuk, the familiar sight of colorful houses and drifting icebergs welcomes you home. You return changed — carrying with you memories of silent fjords, ancient cultures, and the endless dance of light and ice that is East Greenland.

Itinerary

Day 1: Kulusuk
Kulusuk – Gateway to the Arctic

Nestled on a rugged coastline where ice meets rock, Kulusuk is a charming village that feels like the edge of the world. Colorful houses dot the landscape like scattered jewels, set against a backdrop of jagged peaks and drifting sea ice. It is a place where time slows, and the rhythms of Inuit life still echo in the wind

Day 2: Tasiilaq
Tasiilaq – Heart of East Greenland

Cradled between dramatic fjords and snow-capped mountains, Tasiilaq is the largest settlement in East Greenland — and its cultural soul. Here, modern Greenlandic life thrives alongside deep-rooted traditions. A walk through the town reveals handcrafted art, vibrant community life, and views that leave you breathless at every turn.

Day 3: Kuummiut
Kuummiut – Echoes of Tradition

Hidden deep in the fjordlands, Kuummiut is an Inuit village that preserves the quiet dignity of ancient ways. Fishermen glide along the glassy waters, and children laugh under vast skies untouched by time. Visiting Kuummiut feels like stepping into a living museum of Arctic culture.

Day 4: Ikassa
Ikassa – Where Ice Shapes the Earth reigns.

Ikassa offers an otherworldly encounter with raw nature — a realm where glacial tongues spill into the sea and silence reigns. Here, the ice speaks in creaks and cracks, reminding you that this is a landscape constantly in motion, carved by forces far older than humankind.

Day 5: Ikateq
Ikateq – Ghosts of a Forgotten War

Shrouded in mist and memory, Ikateq is home to the haunting remains of a U.S. military airfield built during World War II. Rusted fuel barrels and abandoned barracks lie frozen in time, offering a surreal glimpse into history amidst the untouched Arctic wilderness.

Day 6: Tiniteqilaaq
Tiniteqilaaq – Village of Ice Dreams

With its poetic name meaning “the strait that runs dry at low tide,” Tiniteqilaaq is a tiny village perched on the edge of a vast iceberg-strewn fjord. From every doorstep, you gaze upon drifting giants of ice — ever- changing, ever-beautiful — making it a place of quiet wonder and reflection.

Day 7: Johanfjord
Johanfjord – The Ice Cathedral

Deep and solemn, Johanfjord cuts into the Greenlandic coast like a sacred passage. Surrounded by towering cliffs and adorned with sculpted ice formations, it evokes the hushed reverence of a cathedral built by nature. This is a place to contemplate the sublime power and serenity of the Arctic.

Day 8: Kulusuk
Return to Kulusuk.

As the expedition loops back to Kulusuk, the familiar sight of colorful houses and drifting icebergs welcomes you home. You return changed — carrying with you memories of silent fjords, ancient cultures, and the endless dance of light and ice that is East Greenland.


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INCLUSIONS

Exclusive landings on glaciers and remote ice formations, unreachable by traditional cruise ships.
Unforgettable wildlife encounters—whale watching, penguin colonies, and seals in their natural habitat.
Visits to historic polar exploration sites, research stations, and legendary locations.

EXCLUSIONS

Anything not mentioned in the inclusions


* The prices are per person in US Dollars, unless expressly specified in a different currency. In that case, payment will be in US dollars at the exchange rate of the day.
** Rates are correct at the time of publication. All prices will be re-confirmed by email at the time of booking.
NOTE: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed.

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