Greenland to Newfoundland: Mountains, Wildlife and Viking History

An unprecedented 14-day journey connecting Greenland's glaciers with the Canadian High Arctic and East Coast Canada. Explore the contrast between Arctic biomes and boreal taiga, visit three UNESCO World Heritage sites, and immerse yourself in the history of ancient Norse explorers and the vibrant living culture of Inuit and Newfoundland communities.


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Duration: 14 days / 13 nights
Starts: Reykjavík, Iceland
Ends: St, John's, Newfoundland
Language: English Speaking Voyage

The itinerary is for guidance only; the exact route depends on ice and weather conditions.


Included
Optional


This 14-day expedition is our only itinerary featuring Greenland, the Canadian High Arctic, and the East Coast of Canada. It is a unique opportunity to witness the transition of biomes: from the treeless Arctic desert to the lush boreal taiga. You will have the chance to spot diverse wildlife ranging from polar bears and seals to black bears, caribou, and peregrine falcons.

The journey is a deep cultural mosaic. We begin with Inuit traditions and tidewater glaciers in Greenland, cross the Davis Strait to the Nunatsiavut territory in Labrador, and culminate in St. John’s, Newfoundland, a city steeped in Celtic music and coastal hospitality. The historical highlight is L'Anse aux Meadows, where you will walk upon 11th-century Viking ruins, proving that Norse voyagers discovered North America 500 years before Columbus.

Highlights:
Experience the unique features of both Arctic and boreal environments.
Witness countless icebergs at the Ilulissat Icefjord (UNESCO).
Visit the Viking ruins at L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site.
Explore the unrivaled wilderness of Torngat Mountains National Park.
Experience northern Indigenous cultures in Greenland and Labrador.
Conclude in St. John’s, one of the oldest and most welcoming cities in North America.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive in Iceland
The gateway begins
Arrive at Keflavik International Airport and independent transfer to your included hotel in downtown Reykjavik. Free time to explore the capital.

Day 2: Fly to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland and embark
Into the frozen wilderness
Morning charter flight to Greenland. Transfer to the pier to board Ocean Explorer and meet your Expedition Leader.

Day 3: Explore Sisimut and Maniitsoq
Fjords, Mountains, and Glaciers
Sailing through the 75-km-long Eternity Fjord. Visit Sisimiut to witness traditional kayak-making demonstrations and explore 18th-century colonial buildings.

Day 4: Ilulissat: Iceberg viewing at the UNESCO World Heritage site
Cradle of the ice giants
Visit Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the most productive in the northern hemisphere. Zodiac excursion among enormous bergs and hike to the icefjord.

Day 5: At Sea: Crossing the Davis Strait
Relaxation and learning
Onboard presentations by experts in glaciology, history, and wildlife as we navigate toward the Canadian Arctic.

Day 6: Pangnirtung: Stronghold of Inuit culture
Art at the fjord's mouth
Arrival in Nunavut, Canada’s youngest territory. Visit the Inuit community of Pangnirtung, renowned for its traditional textiles and fine arts.

Day 7: Cape Mercy: A fascinating history lesson
Cold War traces
Visit a former DEW Line radar installation. Guided shore walk with sweeping views of the Davis Strait, connecting Inuit past with modern history.

Day 8 & 9: Torngat Mountain National Park
Exploring the boreal wilderness
Two days in the "place of the spirits." Landscapes of dramatic fjords, woodland caribou, and black bears. Explore the ancestral home of the Labrador Inuit.

Day 10: Nain, Nunatsiavut: Home of the Labrador Inuit
Administrative capital and missions
Visit the Illusuak Cultural Centre and the historic 1771 Moravian Mission complex. First encounter with forests and trees after the Arctic stretch.

Day 11: At Sea
Coastal navigation
A day to spot whales and birdlife from the deck while sailing south along the Labrador coast.

Day 12: L'Anse aux Meadows: Vikings in North America
One thousand years of Norse history
Visit the only confirmed Norse settlement in North America (UNESCO). Explore reconstructed sod huts and the site where Leif Erikson founded "Vinland."

Day 13: At Sea
Final day of reflection
A last chance for expert Q&A, a visit to the spa, or enjoying the outdoor Jacuzzis before arrival.

Day 14: Disembark in St. John's, Newfoundland
End of the expedition
Morning arrival at one of the world's finest natural harbors. Final breakfast and transfer to the airport or further stay in the city.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Iceland
The gateway begins
Arrive at Keflavik International Airport and independent transfer to your included hotel in downtown Reykjavik. Free time to explore the capital.

Day 2: Fly to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland and embark
Into the frozen wilderness
Morning charter flight to Greenland. Transfer to the pier to board Ocean Explorer and meet your Expedition Leader.

Day 3: Explore Sisimut and Maniitsoq
Fjords, Mountains, and Glaciers
Sailing through the 75-km-long Eternity Fjord. Visit Sisimiut to witness traditional kayak-making demonstrations and explore 18th-century colonial buildings.

Day 4: Ilulissat: Iceberg viewing at the UNESCO World Heritage site
Cradle of the ice giants
Visit Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the most productive in the northern hemisphere. Zodiac excursion among enormous bergs and hike to the icefjord.

Day 5: At Sea: Crossing the Davis Strait
Relaxation and learning
Onboard presentations by experts in glaciology, history, and wildlife as we navigate toward the Canadian Arctic.

Day 6: Pangnirtung: Stronghold of Inuit culture
Art at the fjord's mouth
Arrival in Nunavut, Canada’s youngest territory. Visit the Inuit community of Pangnirtung, renowned for its traditional textiles and fine arts.

Day 7: Cape Mercy: A fascinating history lesson
Cold War traces
Visit a former DEW Line radar installation. Guided shore walk with sweeping views of the Davis Strait, connecting Inuit past with modern history.

Day 8 & 9: Torngat Mountain National Park
Exploring the boreal wilderness
Two days in the "place of the spirits." Landscapes of dramatic fjords, woodland caribou, and black bears. Explore the ancestral home of the Labrador Inuit.

Day 10: Nain, Nunatsiavut: Home of the Labrador Inuit
Administrative capital and missions
Visit the Illusuak Cultural Centre and the historic 1771 Moravian Mission complex. First encounter with forests and trees after the Arctic stretch.

Day 11: At Sea
Coastal navigation
A day to spot whales and birdlife from the deck while sailing south along the Labrador coast.

Day 12: L'Anse aux Meadows: Vikings in North America
One thousand years of Norse history
Visit the only confirmed Norse settlement in North America (UNESCO). Explore reconstructed sod huts and the site where Leif Erikson founded "Vinland."

Day 13: At Sea
Final day of reflection
A last chance for expert Q&A, a visit to the spa, or enjoying the outdoor Jacuzzis before arrival.

Day 14: Disembark in St. John's, Newfoundland
End of the expedition
Morning arrival at one of the world's finest natural harbors. Final breakfast and transfer to the airport or further stay in the city.


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INCLUSIONS

An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
Leadership throughout your voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities
All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
All shore landings as per the daily program
Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage (Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible.)
Complimentary select beer, wines and cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
Complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
A photographic journal documenting the expedition
A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting on social media and voice applications. (Premium packages are available for more data-intensive applications.) Note: Internet access in the polar regions is subject to geography, climate, and other factors beyond our control
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
All luggage handling aboard the ship

EXCLUSIONS

Charter Flight & Hotel Package*
International airfare
Arrival and departure transfers in Reykjavik and St. John’s
Passport and visa expenses
Passport and visa expenses
Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
Excess-baggage fees on international and domestic flights
Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
Laundry, bar, spa and other personal charges unless specified
Phone charges may vary by location
Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
Additional overnight accommodation
Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities


Dates & Rates


Ship: Ocean Explorer | Date: 14 Sept 2026 - 27 Sept 2026 (5299)
Deluxe Veranda Forward
$14,890
$11,531
Veranda Stateroom
$15,590
$12,126
Veranda Suite
$16,490
$12,891
Studio Single
$19,190
$15,186
Junior Suite
$19,190
$15,186
Penthouse Suite
$20,690
$16,461
Studio Veranda Single
$22,090
$17,651
Owners Suite
$23,590
$18,926
Ship: Ultramarine | Date: 13 Sept 2027 - 26 Sept 2027 (5025)
Explorer Triple
$15,990
$11,492
Explorer Suite
$18,590
$13,312
Balcony Suite
$20,390
$14,572
Solo Panorama
$28,090
$19,962
Deluxe Balcony Suite
$23,890
$17,022
Terrace Suite
$24,790
$17,652
Penthouse Suite
$26,490
$18,842
Owner´s Suite
$32,690
$23,182
Ultra Suite
$36,190
$24,632
Ship: Ocean Explorer | Date: 15 Sept 2027 - 28 Sept 2027 (5026)
Triple Suite
$15,990
$13,741
Deluxe Veranda Forward
$17,690
$15,186
Veranda Stateroom
$18,590
$15,951
Veranda Suite
$19,590
$16,801
Studio Single
$25,190
$21,561
Junior Suite
$20,990
Penthouse Suite
$26,490
$22,666
Studio Veranda Single
$27,090
$23,176
Owners Suite
$28,190
$24,111
Ship: Ultramarine | Date: 04 Sept 2028 - 17 Sept 2028 (5435)
Explorer Triple
$12,921
$15,240
Explorer Suite
$15,171
$17,740
Balcony Suite
$16,611
$19,340
Solo Panorama
$23,181
$26,640
Deluxe Balcony Suite
$19,581
$22,640
Terrace Suite
$20,391
$23,540
Penthouse Suite
$21,831
$25,140
Owner´s Suite
$27,141
$31,040
Ultra Suite
$30,111
$34,340
Ship: Ocean Explorer | Date: 05 Sept 2028 - 18 Sept 2028 (5412)
Triple Suite
$15,240
$12,921
Deluxe Veranda Forward
$16,940
$14,451
Veranda Stateroom
$17,740
$15,171
Veranda Suite
$18,740
$16,071
Studio Single
$24,040
$20,841
Penthouse Suite
$25,340
$22,011
Studio Veranda Single
$25,840
$22,461
Owners Suite
$26,940
$23,451

* 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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