Arctic Highlights - Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland

A full arctic trip visiting Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland.


Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland
© Sebastian Arrebola

Sailing from Spitsbergen to Greenland, follow the edge of the ice to the west in search of wildlife.

Duration: 14 nights
Starts: Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen
Ends: Reykjavik, Iceland
Language: English Speaking Voyage


Included


Navigating to the south, you will explore this remote landscape not only by ship, but also on foot and by Zodiac. This trip highlights the contrast and change in the Arctic as you move south, and finally ends in Iceland, "the Land of Fire and Ice." An Inuit village, unique wildlife and remote destinations are just some of the highlights on this unforgettable journey through the Arctic.

Itinerary

© Sebastian Arrebola
© Sebastian Arrebola
© Sebastian Arrebola

Day 1 Longyearbyen
Embark aboard the G Expedition in the afternoon and depart Longyearbyen in the late afternoon. Arrival transfer included.

Days 2–5 Spitsbergen/Greenland Sea
Taking advantage of local ice and weather conditions, explore the Northwest Spitsbergen National Park, one of those rare places on Earth blessed with both awe-inspiring landscape and compelling history.

Days 6–7 Northeast Greenland National Park
Keep an eye out for majestic whales, which are known to feed here in the summer months. Spot orca, humpback and minke whales, as well as dolphins. Enjoy lectures by expedition staff.

Days 8–12 Ittoqqortoomiit/Denmark Strait
Spend a few days exploring the massive fjord system of Northeast Greenland National Park, which includes portions of Scorsbysund. Visit the tiny settlement of Ittoqqortoormiit for a look at how these most northerly people live.

Days 13–14 Denmark Strait/Reykjavik
Enjoy the lecture series while watching the seas for whales. Head towards Iceland and the steaming hot springs of Reykjavík. The view is often complemented by soaring fulmars, kittiwakes, gannets, guillemots, and razorbills.

Day 15 Reykjavik
Shortly after breakfast, disembark at the Midbakki Pier - Port of Reykjavik, walking distance from downtown.

Itinerary

Day 1 Longyearbyen
Embark aboard the G Expedition in the afternoon and depart Longyearbyen in the late afternoon. Arrival transfer included.

Days 2–5 Spitsbergen/Greenland Sea
Taking advantage of local ice and weather conditions, explore the Northwest Spitsbergen National Park, one of those rare places on Earth blessed with both awe-inspiring landscape and compelling history.

Days 6–7 Northeast Greenland National Park
Keep an eye out for majestic whales, which are known to feed here in the summer months. Spot orca, humpback and minke whales, as well as dolphins. Enjoy lectures by expedition staff.

Days 8–12 Ittoqqortoomiit/Denmark Strait
Spend a few days exploring the massive fjord system of Northeast Greenland National Park, which includes portions of Scorsbysund. Visit the tiny settlement of Ittoqqortoormiit for a look at how these most northerly people live.

Days 13–14 Denmark Strait/Reykjavik
Enjoy the lecture series while watching the seas for whales. Head towards Iceland and the steaming hot springs of Reykjavík. The view is often complemented by soaring fulmars, kittiwakes, gannets, guillemots, and razorbills.

Day 15 Reykjavik
Shortly after breakfast, disembark at the Midbakki Pier - Port of Reykjavik, walking distance from downtown.


© Sebastian Arrebola
© Sebastian Arrebola
© Sebastian Arrebola


INCLUSIONS

14 nights aboard the G Expedition
Arrival transfer
Transfer from meeting point to ship (Longyearbyen)
Zodiac excursions with our expert expedition team
Lectures and educational programs
Visit to a local community (Greenland)
Departure transfer (Reykjavík, depending on flight)
Waterproof boots supplied for USA sizes 6 - 16
Expedition Parka
Accommodations
Aboard the G Expedition in quad-, triple-, twin-share cabins, or suites (all with en suite bathrooms and porthole or window, 14 nights). Please note that all cabins consist of twin-size berths and are ocean-facing. Suites have one queen-size bed.

Meals
14 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 14 dinners
Allow USD25-35 for meals not included. Drinks and tips on board not included.

Transportation
Expedition, Zodiac, local bus, walking.

Staff & experts
One expedition team member per 10 guests.


* 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.
** 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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