Arctic
Iceland
Arctic
Arctic
Viking stronghold. Land of fire and ice. Culture, wildlife, and wonders. A modern nation on an ancient island. Iceland by ocean awaits.
Duration: 10 days
Starts: Reykjavik, Iceland
Ends: Reykjavik, Iceland
Language: English Speaking Voyage
Zodiac cruising More info about this activity
On board the Zodiac you will discover a world of possibilities; accessing the most exclusive landing sites, cruising the coast in search of wildlife or simply enjoying a tour in the calm of the polar regions in search of marine wildlife or bird colonies.
The blue ice an its intimate presence is experienced at its best on zodiac tours.
It is not uncommon to meet curious seals, or humpback whales feeding.
Ship Cruise More info about this activity
Not only we travel from one point to another and find our shelter on board the ship we chose. We also enjoy from incredible scenery, landscapes and interactions that only our noble vessel can provide.
Everyday the Bridge Team navigates the ship to position ourselves on the best posible spots, looking for unique opportunities.
Many times, this includes sainig through narrow passages, on the vicinity of glaciers or entering bays and fjords only approachable from the ship.
Enjoy this incredible places from the comfort of the common areas on board, open decks or your own private balcony!
Enrichment Program More info about this activity
Expedition cruising must be one of the most incredible ways of travelling. Not only for the amazing places you visit and the unforgetable wildlife but for the wildlife, the sensory overload and the unimaginable memories.
But all of this needs a context in order to understand where you are and what you are experiencing.
On board your expedition vessell you will find a group of experts, naturalists, zodiac drivers and guides that that will translate the language of nature for you, telling you the stories of the places you are visiting, reviewing the historical, biological, ecological and geological aspects of your trips.
You will experience first hand what surrounds you and arrive back home wiser and loaded with new knowledge.
Shore Excursion More info about this activity
Shore excursions are the backbone of almost all itineraries, with most ships making landfall at least once every day once they reach their destination. The weather plays a huge role in your daily itinerary, although given the sheer array of fantastic landing sites all over there are plenty of options your Captain and Expedition Leader can choose from. On-shore excursions allow you to visit scientific research stations, communities, prominent wildlife colonies and take hikes to elevated viewing points for fantastic photography.
Photo Workshop More info about this activity
The photography workshops are composed of onboard lectures and practical activities led by dedicated expedition guide. Each session is meant to give you additional skills you can put into immediate practice out in nature.
You'll become more familiar with your own camera equipment while also learning best practices for taking pictures of moving wildlife and wide-open terrain in typical polar conditions, such as dim lighting and falling snow.
Kayaking More info about this activity
The experience of sea kayaking in the humbling wilderness of Antarctica or the Arctic is guaranteed to stir your soul.
Sea kayaking is one of the highlights for any Polar Traveller, providing ice and weather conditions are assessed as safe by your Expedition Team.
This activity requires previous kayaking experience.
Circling the island, witness Earth in action: active volcanoes, emerging islands, lava fields, geysers, and glaciers.
The landscape is otherworldly. Superb photography, birding, and hiking are a quick Zodiac ride away. Whales ply the North Atlantic waters. Join us as we sail those same waters—around Iceland, by ship!
DAY 1 | REYKJAVÍK, ICELAND
Begin Your Adventure
Board the Ocean Endeavour for an evening departure after enjoying a day of self-guided exploration in Reykjavík.
Iceland’s cosmopolitan capital, Reykjavík was established in the year 874 CE.
Powered by geothermal energy, Reykjavík is widely considered one of the cleanest, greenest cities on Earth.
DAY 2 | SNÆFELLSNES PENINSULA
Meander Dramatic Landscapes
Explore one of Iceland’s most amazing coastlines, the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, a region known for its dramatic beauty and fascinating geological history.
Delight in the many opportunities to observe seabirds and marine life as you stroll, hike, or take a Zodiac cruise.
DAY 3 | THE WESTFJORDS
Explore Remote Coastlines
Be among the lucky few to explore the Westfjords, a region known for its jagged bird cliffs and multihued beaches—only about ten percent of the rest of Iceland’s visitors ever make it here!
Soak up the coastal fjords, immense mountains, and tiny villages that embrace a traditional Icelandic lifestyle.
DAY 4 | SIGLUFJÖRÐUR AND GRÍMSEY
Cross the Arctic Circle & Learn about Icelandic History
Travel to far-flung Grímsey, which lies upon the Arctic Circle (66° 33’ North) and earns Iceland its title as one of the world’s eight Arctic nations—just barely!
Take a Zodiac cruise around the island, brimming with a million seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and gulls, that far outnumber its small human population.
Visit the resurgent Siglufjörður that, in its heyday, bustled with activity as the centre of the herring fishing industry.
Enjoy a wonderful re-enactment at the Herring Era Museum and make some time to pop into the bakery, chocolate factory, brewery, and Icelandic folk music centre, too.
DAY 5 | AKUREYRI
Visit Museums & Botanical Gardens
Walk up to the steps of Akyureyri’s monumental Lutheran church to catch the full view of Iceland’s second-largest urban area—it will be well worth it!
Poke around and explore the city’s shops, cafés, and restaurants and take your pick from a selection of ten museums to discover.
Stroll through Akuyeri’s botanical gardens that are among the northernmost in the world and miraculously grow several thousand plant species.
DAY 6 | HÚSAVÍK
Go Whale Watching
Tour Húsavík’s Skjálfandi Bay, known as the whale capital of Iceland.
Be sure to bring your binoculars to spot the fifteen different whale species frequent the area, as well as dolphins and dozens of varieties of birds.
Take advantage of Húsavík’s diverse museums offerings, including the Whale Museum, the Húsavík Museum, and the Exploration Museum, which houses artefacts from Apollo astronaut training in the area.
DAY 7 | SEYÐISFJÖRÐUR
Wander a Picturesque Community & Visit the Skálanes Nature Reserve
Enjoy the chance to explore Seyðisfjörður, nestled at the tip of its namesake fjord.
Stroll the picturesque town of 700, known for its flourishing art scene, cobbled rainbow road, and excellent handicrafts, or take one of the numerous opportunities for hiking, including a walk up to Tvísöngur sound sculpture on a nearby hill.
Visit nearby Skálanes Nature Reserve, which is family-owned and operated. Learn about the centre’s research and interpretation of Iceland’s environment and cultural history that’s a model for sustainable tourism.
DAY 8 | SOUTHEAST ICELAND
Witness Beautiful Glaciers & Lagoons
Soak in the sights of south Iceland, home to some of the country’s most beautiful natural attractions.
Explore a unique mix of volcanoes, lagoons, and glaciers—as well as hot springs, geysers, and spectacular waterfalls—either ashore on foot or by Zodiac cruise.
DAY 9 | HEIMAEY, VESTMANNAEYJAR (WESTMAN ISLANDS)
Marvel at Volcanic Landscapes
Learn about the compelling history of this volcanically active area that has experienced two major eruptions in recent times.
1963 saw the formation of the island of Surtsey and the Eldfell eruption ten years later destroyed much of Heimaey, the largest of the Vestmannaeyjars and the only island here that is inhabited.
Enjoy a beautiful Zodiac cruise searching for the numerous species of seabirds, including the famous puffin, that nest in the steep rock faces along the ocean cliffs here.
DAY 10 | REYKJAVÍK, ICELAND
Wave a Fond Farewell
Complete your journey back in Reykjavík and disembark the Ocean Endeavour in the morning.
Take one last chance to explore this special city where food, culture, and nightlife abound.
If you have the time, be sure to visit the National Culture House, which preserves treasures like the Poetic Edda and the Norse Sagas in their original manuscripts.
DAY 1 | REYKJAVÍK, ICELAND
Begin Your Adventure
Board the Ocean Endeavour for an evening departure after enjoying a day of self-guided exploration in Reykjavík.
Iceland’s cosmopolitan capital, Reykjavík was established in the year 874 CE.
Powered by geothermal energy, Reykjavík is widely considered one of the cleanest, greenest cities on Earth.
DAY 2 | SNÆFELLSNES PENINSULA
Meander Dramatic Landscapes
Explore one of Iceland’s most amazing coastlines, the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, a region known for its dramatic beauty and fascinating geological history.
Delight in the many opportunities to observe seabirds and marine life as you stroll, hike, or take a Zodiac cruise.
DAY 3 | THE WESTFJORDS
Explore Remote Coastlines
Be among the lucky few to explore the Westfjords, a region known for its jagged bird cliffs and multihued beaches—only about ten percent of the rest of Iceland’s visitors ever make it here!
Soak up the coastal fjords, immense mountains, and tiny villages that embrace a traditional Icelandic lifestyle.
DAY 4 | SIGLUFJÖRÐUR AND GRÍMSEY
Cross the Arctic Circle & Learn about Icelandic History
Travel to far-flung Grímsey, which lies upon the Arctic Circle (66° 33’ North) and earns Iceland its title as one of the world’s eight Arctic nations—just barely!
Take a Zodiac cruise around the island, brimming with a million seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and gulls, that far outnumber its small human population.
Visit the resurgent Siglufjörður that, in its heyday, bustled with activity as the centre of the herring fishing industry.
Enjoy a wonderful re-enactment at the Herring Era Museum and make some time to pop into the bakery, chocolate factory, brewery, and Icelandic folk music centre, too.
DAY 5 | AKUREYRI
Visit Museums & Botanical Gardens
Walk up to the steps of Akyureyri’s monumental Lutheran church to catch the full view of Iceland’s second-largest urban area—it will be well worth it!
Poke around and explore the city’s shops, cafés, and restaurants and take your pick from a selection of ten museums to discover.
Stroll through Akuyeri’s botanical gardens that are among the northernmost in the world and miraculously grow several thousand plant species.
DAY 6 | HÚSAVÍK
Go Whale Watching
Tour Húsavík’s Skjálfandi Bay, known as the whale capital of Iceland.
Be sure to bring your binoculars to spot the fifteen different whale species frequent the area, as well as dolphins and dozens of varieties of birds.
Take advantage of Húsavík’s diverse museums offerings, including the Whale Museum, the Húsavík Museum, and the Exploration Museum, which houses artefacts from Apollo astronaut training in the area.
DAY 7 | SEYÐISFJÖRÐUR
Wander a Picturesque Community & Visit the Skálanes Nature Reserve
Enjoy the chance to explore Seyðisfjörður, nestled at the tip of its namesake fjord.
Stroll the picturesque town of 700, known for its flourishing art scene, cobbled rainbow road, and excellent handicrafts, or take one of the numerous opportunities for hiking, including a walk up to Tvísöngur sound sculpture on a nearby hill.
Visit nearby Skálanes Nature Reserve, which is family-owned and operated. Learn about the centre’s research and interpretation of Iceland’s environment and cultural history that’s a model for sustainable tourism.
DAY 8 | SOUTHEAST ICELAND
Witness Beautiful Glaciers & Lagoons
Soak in the sights of south Iceland, home to some of the country’s most beautiful natural attractions.
Explore a unique mix of volcanoes, lagoons, and glaciers—as well as hot springs, geysers, and spectacular waterfalls—either ashore on foot or by Zodiac cruise.
DAY 9 | HEIMAEY, VESTMANNAEYJAR (WESTMAN ISLANDS)
Marvel at Volcanic Landscapes
Learn about the compelling history of this volcanically active area that has experienced two major eruptions in recent times.
1963 saw the formation of the island of Surtsey and the Eldfell eruption ten years later destroyed much of Heimaey, the largest of the Vestmannaeyjars and the only island here that is inhabited.
Enjoy a beautiful Zodiac cruise searching for the numerous species of seabirds, including the famous puffin, that nest in the steep rock faces along the ocean cliffs here.
DAY 10 | REYKJAVÍK, ICELAND
Wave a Fond Farewell
Complete your journey back in Reykjavík and disembark the Ocean Endeavour in the morning.
Take one last chance to explore this special city where food, culture, and nightlife abound.
If you have the time, be sure to visit the National Culture House, which preserves treasures like the Poetic Edda and the Norse Sagas in their original manuscripts.
INCLUSIONS
Passage aboard the Ocean Endeavour
Applicable taxes and credit card fees
Complimentary expedition jacket
Contribution to Adventure Canada’s Discovery Fund
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
Approximately 95 to 105 sq. ft. (9-10 sq. m), a Single on Deck 5 is an interior cabin with a lower bed and a private bathroom.
A hairdryer is available in each cabin. Bathrobes and towels are on loan for you to
enjoy for the duration of your expedition.
We encourage you to use our eco-friendly shampoo, conditioner
and shower gel provided in each bathroom.
Every cabin features a flatscreen TV which presents the daily program and
movies/documentaries during sea days. Lectures and presentations may be
broadcasted in addition to featuring in the lecture room by our Expedition Team.
Our Expedition Leader will announce exciting wildlife sightings, lectures and
other ship activities through the intercom.
Feel free to store your valuables in the cabin safe provided or with our staff
at reception.
Approximately 225 sq. ft. (20 sq. m), a Triple on Deck 4 is an interior cabin with three lower beds, and two private bathrooms. Cabin 4100 has four lower single beds and one private bathroom with a separate shower room.
A hairdryer is available in each cabin. Bathrobes and towels are on loan for you to
enjoy for the duration of your expedition.
We encourage you to use our eco-friendly shampoo, conditioner
and shower gel provided in each bathroom.
Every cabin features a flatscreen TV which presents the daily program and
movies/documentaries during sea days. Lectures and presentations may be
broadcasted in addition to featuring in the lecture room by our Expedition Team.
Our Expedition Leader will announce exciting wildlife sightings, lectures and
other ship activities through the intercom.
Feel free to store your valuables in the cabin safe provided or with our staff
at reception.
Approximately 95 to 105 sq. ft. (9-10 sq. m), a Twin on Deck 4 is an interior cabin with private bathroom.
A hairdryer is available in each cabin. Bathrobes and towels are on loan for you to
enjoy for the duration of your expedition.
We encourage you to use our eco-friendly shampoo, conditioner
and shower gel provided in each bathroom.
Every cabin features a flatscreen TV which presents the daily program and
movies/documentaries during sea days. Lectures and presentations may be
broadcasted in addition to featuring in the lecture room by our Expedition Team.
Our Expedition Leader will announce exciting wildlife sightings, lectures and
other ship activities through the intercom.
Feel free to store your valuables in the cabin safe provided or with our staff
at reception.
Approximately 76 to 110 ft² / 7 to 10m² on Deck 4 feature a
porthole, two lower berths and a private bathroom
A hairdryer is available in each cabin. Bathrobes and towels are on loan for you to
enjoy for the duration of your expedition.
We encourage you to use our eco-friendly shampoo, conditioner
and shower gel provided in each bathroom.
Every cabin features a flatscreen TV which presents the daily program and
movies/documentaries during sea days. Lectures and presentations may be
broadcasted in addition to featuring in the lecture room by our Expedition Team.
Our Expedition Leader will announce exciting wildlife sightings, lectures and
other ship activities through the intercom.
Feel free to store your valuables in the cabin safe provided or with our staff
at reception.
Approximately 110 ft² / 10m² on Decks 4 & 5 feature a porthole
or window, two lower berths and a private bathroom.
A hairdryer is available in each cabin. Bathrobes and towels are on loan for you to
enjoy for the duration of your expedition.
We encourage you to use our eco-friendly shampoo, conditioner
and shower gel provided in each bathroom.
Every cabin features a flatscreen TV which presents the daily program and
movies/documentaries during sea days. Lectures and presentations may be
broadcasted in addition to featuring in the lecture room by our Expedition Team.
Our Expedition Leader will announce exciting wildlife sightings, lectures and
other ship activities through the intercom.
Feel free to store your valuables in the cabin safe provided or with our staff
at reception.
Approximately 141 ft² / 13 m², our Twins & Doubles on Deck 7 &
8 feature one or two windows, two lower berths and a private
bathroom.
A hairdryer is available in each cabin. Bathrobes and towels are on loan for you to
enjoy for the duration of your expedition.
We encourage you to use our eco-friendly shampoo, conditioner
and shower gel provided in each bathroom.
Every cabin features a flatscreen TV which presents the daily program and
movies/documentaries during sea days. Lectures and presentations may be
broadcasted in addition to featuring in the lecture room by our Expedition Team.
Our Expedition Leader will announce exciting wildlife sightings, lectures and
other ship activities through the intercom.
Feel free to store your valuables in the cabin safe provided or with our staff
at reception.
Approximately 155 to 174 ft² / 14 to 16 m², our Singles on Deck 8
feature two windows, a double bed and a private bathroom.
A hairdryer is available in each cabin. Bathrobes and towels are on loan for you to
enjoy for the duration of your expedition.
We encourage you to use our eco-friendly shampoo, conditioner
and shower gel provided in each bathroom.
Every cabin features a flatscreen TV which presents the daily program and
movies/documentaries during sea days. Lectures and presentations may be
broadcasted in addition to featuring in the lecture room by our Expedition Team.
Our Expedition Leader will announce exciting wildlife sightings, lectures and
other ship activities through the intercom.
Feel free to store your valuables in the cabin safe provided or with our staff
at reception.
Approximately 228 ft² / 21 m², a Comfort Twin on Deck 4 features two portholes, two single berths, a separate
sitting area with a pull out sofa bed and one or two private bathrooms.
A hairdryer is available in each cabin. Bathrobes and towels are on loan for you to
enjoy for the duration of your expedition.
We encourage you to use our eco-friendly shampoo, conditioner
and shower gel provided in each bathroom.
Every cabin features a flatscreen TV which presents the daily program and
movies/documentaries during sea days. Lectures and presentations may be
broadcasted in addition to featuring in the lecture room by our Expedition Team.
Our Expedition Leader will announce exciting wildlife sightings, lectures and
other ship activities through the intercom.
Feel free to store your valuables in the cabin safe provided or with our staff
at reception.
Approximately 190 to 200 sq. ft. (18-20 sq. m), a Twin Window Suite on Deck 5 is twice the size of a Twin Window, with one bathroom. It features two single beds, a separate living area with a pull out sofa bed, two windows, and one private bathroom.
A hairdryer is available in each cabin. Bathrobes and towels are on loan for you to
enjoy for the duration of your expedition.
We encourage you to use our eco-friendly shampoo, conditioner
and shower gel provided in each bathroom.
Every cabin features a flatscreen TV which presents the daily program and
movies/documentaries during sea days. Lectures and presentations may be
broadcasted in addition to featuring in the lecture room by our Expedition Team.
Our Expedition Leader will announce exciting wildlife sightings, lectures and
other ship activities through the intercom.
Feel free to store your valuables in the cabin safe provided or with our staff
at reception.
Approximately 205 sq. ft. (19 sq. m), a Superior cabins features a large window, and a private bathroom. On Deck 5, Superior cabins have two lower beds and a pull out sofa bed. On Deck 7, Superiors feature one double bed and a sofa. Cabin 7018 has a bathtub; other Superiors have showers.
A hairdryer is available in each cabin. Bathrobes and towels are on loan for you to
enjoy for the duration of your expedition.
We encourage you to use our eco-friendly shampoo, conditioner
and shower gel provided in each bathroom.
Every cabin features a flatscreen TV which presents the daily program and
movies/documentaries during sea days. Lectures and presentations may be
broadcasted in addition to featuring in the lecture room by our Expedition Team.
Our Expedition Leader will announce exciting wildlife sightings, lectures and
other ship activities through the intercom.
Feel free to store your valuables in the cabin safe provided or with our staff
at reception.
Approximately 320 sq. ft. (30 sq. m), a Junior Suite on Decks 5 and 7 features a window, one double bed, a pull out sofa bed and private bathroom. Cabins 7000 and 7002 have bathtubs; other Junior Suites have showers
A hairdryer is available in each cabin. Bathrobes and towels are on loan for you to
enjoy for the duration of your expedition.
We encourage you to use our eco-friendly shampoo, conditioner
and shower gel provided in each bathroom.
Every cabin features a flatscreen TV which presents the daily program and
movies/documentaries during sea days. Lectures and presentations may be
broadcasted in addition to featuring in the lecture room by our Expedition Team.
Our Expedition Leader will announce exciting wildlife sightings, lectures and
other ship activities through the intercom.
Feel free to store your valuables in the cabin safe provided or with our staff
at reception.
Approximately 320 sq. ft. (30 sq. m), the Owner’s Suite on Deck 7 features two large bow-facing windows, one double bed, separate living area and private bathroom with tub.
A hairdryer is available in each cabin. Bathrobes and towels are on loan for you to
enjoy for the duration of your expedition.
We encourage you to use our eco-friendly shampoo, conditioner
and shower gel provided in each bathroom.
Every cabin features a flatscreen TV which presents the daily program and
movies/documentaries during sea days. Lectures and presentations may be
broadcasted in addition to featuring in the lecture room by our Expedition Team.
Our Expedition Leader will announce exciting wildlife sightings, lectures and
other ship activities through the intercom.
Feel free to store your valuables in the cabin safe provided or with our staff
at reception.
* 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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