Arctic
Arctic
Explore the fabled Northwest Passage, crossing from Greenland to the Canadian High Arctic. Discover remote Inuit settlements, legendary explorer grave sites, stunning glacial geology, and iconic Arctic wildlife, including polar bears and narwhals.
Duration: 16 days / 15 nights
Starts: Toronto, Canada
Ends: Calgary, Canada
Language: English speaking voyage
The itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather and ice conditions. Your Captain and Expedition Leader will make the necessary adjustments to ensure the best possible experience.
Includes an overnight hotel stay in Toronto upon arrival and an overnight hotel stay in Calgary before departure. Includes charter flights from Toronto to Nuuk (Greenland) and from Resolute (Canada) to Calgary.
The legendary Northwest Passage, with its labyrinthine channels, has fascinated explorers and adventurers for centuries. This comprehensive 16-day expedition offers a profound glimpse into the world that captivated historical figures such as Franklin, Amundsen, and Larsen. Beginning with a flight from Toronto to Nuuk, Greenland, the voyage traverses the stunning high Arctic, moving from the glacial magnificence of Greenland to the vast, historical archipelago of Canada's High Arctic region.
As we navigate variable sea ice, we experience the compelling element of adventure integral to a genuine polar expedition. We will explore the final resting places of lost expeditions, witness breathtaking geology on Devon Island, and engage with local Inuit communities whose ancestors have thrived in this remote wilderness for millennia, preserving ancient cultures and traditions. We hope to spot iconic Arctic wildlife, including the majestic polar bear, musk oxen, seals, and the elusive narwhal, all while enjoying expert-led talks and excursions on land and by Zodiac, concluding with a flight from Resolute to Calgary.
Highlights:
Hike on Devon Island, the world’s largest uninhabited island, with stunning geology and glacial valleys.
Visit the graves of explorers from John Franklin’s expedition on Beechey Island.
Be greeted by the warm hospitality of the local Inuit, whose deep connection to the land is evident.
We hope to spot iconic Arctic wildlife, including musk oxen, polar bears, beluga whales, seals and perhaps the elusive narwhal.
In Ilulissat, hike to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Icefjord and stand in awe of its immensity.
INCLUSIONS
All transfers as mentioned in the itinerary.
One night’s hotel accommodation including breakfast, in Toronto on Day 1.
One night’s hotel accommodation including breakfast, in Calgary on Day 15.
Charter flight from Toronto to Nuuk on Day 2.
Charter flight from Resolute to Calgary on Day 15.
On-board accommodation during voyage including daily cabin service.
All meals, snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks and juices during voyage.
Beer and house wine with dinner.
Captain’s Farewell reception including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages.
All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises.
Educational lectures and guiding services provided by Expedition Team.
Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consultation).
One 3-in-1 waterproof polar expedition jacket.
Complimentary use of Muck Boots during the voyage.
Comprehensive pre-departure information.
Port surcharges, permits and landing fees.
Gratuities during excursions and enrichment program for local guides, drivers, venues and local sites.
Wi-Fi*.
*Please note we travel to remote regions and therefore the connection can be unreliable.
EXCLUSIONS
International or domestic flights – unless specified in itinerary.
Transfers – unless specified in itinerary.
Airport arrival or departure taxes.
Passport, visa, reciprocity and vaccination fees and charges.
Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges.
Hotels and meals – unless specified in the itinerary.
Optional excursions and optional activity surcharges.
All items of a personal nature, including but not limited to, alcoholic beverages (outside of dinner service), on board gratuities*, laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses, email or phone charges.
Note: *A $15 USD per person per day gratuity for the crew is automatically added to your onboard account. It is at your discretion if you would like to remove the tip (or adjust the amount) when you settle your bill. It is not necessary to tip the expedition team members. This gratuity amount is included for suites as part of their ‘Suite Benefits’.
* 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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