Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure

Follow the route of Leif Erikson from Greenland to Newfoundland, via coastal Labrador.


Canadian Arctic and Greenland
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Duration: 15 days
Starts: Toronto, ON*
Ends: St. John's, NL, Canada
Language: English Speaking Voyage

*Northbound Charter Flight: Toronto, ON, Canada to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland. Early-morning departure.
Price: $1,375 USD


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Itinerary

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Day 1: Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
Cross the Arctic Circle
Begin your journey by sailing out of Kangerlussuaq Fjord (Sřndre Strřmfjord), a 190-kilometre-long fjord surrounded by mountains and glaciers.
Cross the Arctic Circle on your way and spend time on deck watching for aurora borealis.
Kangerlussuaq, the settlement at the head of the fjord, is a former US Air Force base and Greenland’s primary flight hub.
After your charter flight from Toronto, ON, you’ll transfer to the Ocean Endeavour by Zodiac.

Day 2: Kangerlussuatsiaq Fjord
Take a Zodiac Cruise at the Foot of a Glacier
Take a Zodiac Cruise at the Foot of a Glacier
See why Kangerlussuatsiaq lives up to its Danish name, Evighedsfjorden, which means “the fjord of eternity.”
Marvel at this complex coastal waterway that includes calving glaciers, sheer bird cliffs, and streams cascading against a towering mountain backdrop.
Explore this sublime glacial landscape by ship and by Zodiac.
The waters here are relatively warm, due to the West Greenland Current and the subarctic location.

Day 3: Nuuk
Visit Museums, Shops, and Cafés
Stop in at vibrant Nuuk, the capital of Greenland.
Visit the Greenland National Museum, one of the city’s many outstanding features, where the world-famous Qilakitsoq mummies rest.
The old harbour includes many buildings dating from Danish colonial days, while contemporary Nuuk is known for art, shopping, pubs, and cafés.

Day 4: At Sea — Davis Strait
Learn Onboard
Deepen your understanding of the environment, cultures, and history of the region as we steam across the Davis Strait towards Labrador.
Enjoy workshops and presentations, watch a documentary, and get out on deck!
Keep your binoculars ready to spot whales and seabirds who follow in our wake.

Day 5-8: Torngat Mountains National Park, NL, Canada
Hike the Mountainous Tundra & Spot Wildlife
Spend three days exploring an area of treeless, mountainous tundra in Torngat Mountains National Park, where some of Canada’s highest peaks east of the Rockies are found.
Enjoy your time hiking, visiting archaeological sites, and Zodiac cruising. Here, Inuit of Nunatsiavut will be your guides in their spiritual homeland.
Be on the lookout for marine mammals, polar and black bears, caribou, falcons, and eagles.

Day 9: Hebron
Ponder Poignant History
Step back in time to the historical site of Hebron, which preserves a Moravian Mission station dating from the 1830s.
Call in at the old church, which is where Inuit who resided here in 1959 learned they would be forced to relocate.
Take a moment to read the plaque that commemorates this history and the apology to people affected by the relocations, issued by the government of Newfoundland & Labrador in 2005.
Listen to the stories shared by our guides and meet former Hebron residents and their kin who continue to visit the site and to hunt and fish nearby.

Day 10: Nain
Experience Inuit Culture
Visit thriving Nain, the most northerly community in Labrador and the administrative capital of Nunatsiavut.
Stop in at the historic Moravian church, enjoy the vibrant brass band, and visit Illusuak, the stunning new cultural centre.
Expect a warm welcome and the opportunity to peruse plenty of arts and handicrafts at this dynamic visit.
This will be your first chance to see trees since the start of your journey!

Day 11-12: The Labrador Coast
Enjoy Hiking & Zodiac Cruises
Explore the southern Labrador coast, where you’ll find a diverse geography of coastal barrens, high subarctic tundra, high boreal forest, mid-boreal forest, string bog, and islands.
Choose the activity you prefer during expedition landings in this beautiful and quiet region.

Day 13: L'Anse aux Meadows
Immerse Yourself in Viking Archaeology
Wander through the reconstructed Viking habitation at L’Anse aux Meadows, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the only authenticated Norse settlement in North America.
Learn more about the archaeological remains that date to approximately 1000 CE, and how—amazingly—the site was first found here in 1960 by a close reading of the Viking sagas.
Be sure to visit the superb interpretation centre and meet the actors in period costumes as you make your way through the reconstructed Norse-style sod buildings. This is a must-see for any visitor to Newfoundland and Labrador!

Day 14: Terra Nova National Park
Marvel at Breathtaking Vistas in Terra Nova National Park
Explore the wonders of Canada’s most easterly national park, where the land meets the sea in a stunning display of natural beauty.
Make your way to the park’s visitor centre and dive into the mysteries of the ocean through touch tanks, marine exhibits, and aquariums. Located along the Newman Sound portion of the Terra Nova Migratory Bird Sanctuary, the visitor centre offers the perfect vantage point to spot fascinating shorebirds in their natural habitat.
Take a stroll along one of the park's scenic trails accompanied by our expert expedition team who will offer interpretations of the surroundings. Marvel at the vibrant colours and intricate details of this extraordinary destination, where nature's power and beauty come together in perfect harmony.

Day 15: St. John’s, NL, Canada
Wave a Fond Farewell
Welcome to St. John’s—the vibrant capital of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Complete your journey by sailing into historic St. John’s harbour, looking out for Signal Hill as you enter the world-famous Narrows.
Photograph the charming houses of the Battery, always a hit with shutterbugs.
Say your farewells in this cultural hotspot and North America's oldest city.

Itinerary

Day 1: Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
Cross the Arctic Circle
Begin your journey by sailing out of Kangerlussuaq Fjord (Sřndre Strřmfjord), a 190-kilometre-long fjord surrounded by mountains and glaciers.
Cross the Arctic Circle on your way and spend time on deck watching for aurora borealis.
Kangerlussuaq, the settlement at the head of the fjord, is a former US Air Force base and Greenland’s primary flight hub.
After your charter flight from Toronto, ON, you’ll transfer to the Ocean Endeavour by Zodiac.

Day 2: Kangerlussuatsiaq Fjord
Take a Zodiac Cruise at the Foot of a Glacier
Take a Zodiac Cruise at the Foot of a Glacier
See why Kangerlussuatsiaq lives up to its Danish name, Evighedsfjorden, which means “the fjord of eternity.”
Marvel at this complex coastal waterway that includes calving glaciers, sheer bird cliffs, and streams cascading against a towering mountain backdrop.
Explore this sublime glacial landscape by ship and by Zodiac.
The waters here are relatively warm, due to the West Greenland Current and the subarctic location.

Day 3: Nuuk
Visit Museums, Shops, and Cafés
Stop in at vibrant Nuuk, the capital of Greenland.
Visit the Greenland National Museum, one of the city’s many outstanding features, where the world-famous Qilakitsoq mummies rest.
The old harbour includes many buildings dating from Danish colonial days, while contemporary Nuuk is known for art, shopping, pubs, and cafés.

Day 4: At Sea — Davis Strait
Learn Onboard
Deepen your understanding of the environment, cultures, and history of the region as we steam across the Davis Strait towards Labrador.
Enjoy workshops and presentations, watch a documentary, and get out on deck!
Keep your binoculars ready to spot whales and seabirds who follow in our wake.

Day 5-8: Torngat Mountains National Park, NL, Canada
Hike the Mountainous Tundra & Spot Wildlife
Spend three days exploring an area of treeless, mountainous tundra in Torngat Mountains National Park, where some of Canada’s highest peaks east of the Rockies are found.
Enjoy your time hiking, visiting archaeological sites, and Zodiac cruising. Here, Inuit of Nunatsiavut will be your guides in their spiritual homeland.
Be on the lookout for marine mammals, polar and black bears, caribou, falcons, and eagles.

Day 9: Hebron
Ponder Poignant History
Step back in time to the historical site of Hebron, which preserves a Moravian Mission station dating from the 1830s.
Call in at the old church, which is where Inuit who resided here in 1959 learned they would be forced to relocate.
Take a moment to read the plaque that commemorates this history and the apology to people affected by the relocations, issued by the government of Newfoundland & Labrador in 2005.
Listen to the stories shared by our guides and meet former Hebron residents and their kin who continue to visit the site and to hunt and fish nearby.

Day 10: Nain
Experience Inuit Culture
Visit thriving Nain, the most northerly community in Labrador and the administrative capital of Nunatsiavut.
Stop in at the historic Moravian church, enjoy the vibrant brass band, and visit Illusuak, the stunning new cultural centre.
Expect a warm welcome and the opportunity to peruse plenty of arts and handicrafts at this dynamic visit.
This will be your first chance to see trees since the start of your journey!

Day 11-12: The Labrador Coast
Enjoy Hiking & Zodiac Cruises
Explore the southern Labrador coast, where you’ll find a diverse geography of coastal barrens, high subarctic tundra, high boreal forest, mid-boreal forest, string bog, and islands.
Choose the activity you prefer during expedition landings in this beautiful and quiet region.

Day 13: L'Anse aux Meadows
Immerse Yourself in Viking Archaeology
Wander through the reconstructed Viking habitation at L’Anse aux Meadows, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the only authenticated Norse settlement in North America.
Learn more about the archaeological remains that date to approximately 1000 CE, and how—amazingly—the site was first found here in 1960 by a close reading of the Viking sagas.
Be sure to visit the superb interpretation centre and meet the actors in period costumes as you make your way through the reconstructed Norse-style sod buildings. This is a must-see for any visitor to Newfoundland and Labrador!

Day 14: Terra Nova National Park
Marvel at Breathtaking Vistas in Terra Nova National Park
Explore the wonders of Canada’s most easterly national park, where the land meets the sea in a stunning display of natural beauty.
Make your way to the park’s visitor centre and dive into the mysteries of the ocean through touch tanks, marine exhibits, and aquariums. Located along the Newman Sound portion of the Terra Nova Migratory Bird Sanctuary, the visitor centre offers the perfect vantage point to spot fascinating shorebirds in their natural habitat.
Take a stroll along one of the park's scenic trails accompanied by our expert expedition team who will offer interpretations of the surroundings. Marvel at the vibrant colours and intricate details of this extraordinary destination, where nature's power and beauty come together in perfect harmony.

Day 15: St. John’s, NL, Canada
Wave a Fond Farewell
Welcome to St. John’s—the vibrant capital of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Complete your journey by sailing into historic St. John’s harbour, looking out for Signal Hill as you enter the world-famous Narrows.
Photograph the charming houses of the Battery, always a hit with shutterbugs.
Say your farewells in this cultural hotspot and North America's oldest city.


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INCLUSIONS

Included:
Passage aboard the Ocean Endeavour
Applicable taxes and credit card fees
Complimentary expedition jacket
Special access permits, entry, and park fees
Expert expedition team
Guided activities
Sightseeing and community visits
All Zodiac excursions
Port fees
Pre-departure materials
Educational program
Interactive workshops
Evening entertainment
All shipboard meals

EXCLUSIONS

Commercial and charter flights
Program enhancements/optional excursions
Gratuities
Personal expenses
Mandatory medical evacuation insurance
Additional expenses in the event of delays or itinerary changes
Possible fuel surcharges and administrative fees
Pre- and post-trip hotel accommodation


Dates & Rates


Ship: Ocean Endeavour | Date: 28 Sept 2024 - 12 Oct 2024 (2787)
Cat2 Triple Int
$9,995
$7,196
Cat3 Twin Int
$11,295
$9,036
Cat 4 Twin PH
$12,595
$10,076
Cat5 Twin W
$13,595
$10,876
Cat6 Comfort Twin
$14,595
$11,676
Cat7 Twin W S
$15,595
$12,476
Cat8 Superior
$16,595
$13,276
Cat9 Junior S
$17,595
$14,976
Cat10 Owners Suite
$18,595
$14,876

* 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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