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(regional and premium class flights may be available on request)
Upon arrival, transfer to a 4★ hotel for your two night stay
Enjoy exploring at your leisure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Nuuk, Greenland (B)
Your expedition ship awaits you in the harbour. After being welcomed aboard and collecting your complimentary expedition jacket, it's time to settle into your cabin and enjoy your first dinner aboard.
Sailing towards the Arctic Circle you’ll have time to get acquainted with the AECO rules and recommendations regarding operations and landings in the fragile Arctic environment. Make sure you attend these mandatory presentations if you want to join planned landings as we head north.
You will also have time to settle on board, enjoy the state-of-the-art ship facilities and join the first lectures on Greenland related topics, including the Citizen Science projects run on board the ship.
At some point during the sailing, the ship will cross the Arctic Circle, entering the lands of the Midnight Sun at the height of summer.
Today the ship will reach Disko Bay – a haven for whales and other wildlife. The waters here are scattered with icebergs in many shapes and sizes, and they all come from one place – the Ilulissat Icefjord. This spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site regularly tops the list of things to see and do in Greenland, and today you'll find out why. Enjoy the scenery as you walk along the wooden gangway to the breathtaking ice fjord.
Marvel at giant icebergs floating placidly in the deep blue waters as they take on different hues of white, grey and blue. All photographers, regardless of skill, will return to the ship with the most enviable images. Back in pretty Ilulissat, visit the Icefjord Centre to learn more about the ice in this fascinating area and take a hike to Sermermiut to drink in the incredible views.
Beyond the Nuussuaq peninsula, distances start to mean everything, because it’s here that Greenland’s ‘Far North’ begins. At this latitude life proceeds at a slower pace.
The beauty of the land and the relative productivity of the environment here have attracted people since the first settlers came down the coast more than 4,000 years ago. Intriguing archaeological sites are mute witness of the ability of Arctic people to thrive in such a harsh environment. It is from this area that the famed Qilakitsoq mummies were discovered.
Grandeur in the key word here. Disko Bay is one of those places that people dream about. And with good reason – the deep blue waters here are scattered with icebergs in all shapes and sizes. Some of them are truly immense, weighing up to seven million tonnes, and the ice fjord pumps out more water in the form of glacial ice in a day than New York City uses in a year.
Traditional communities, massive glaciers, and seemingly endless stretches of wilderness await us during our exploration of the region. Over the next days, HX aim to show you the wonders of the bay, including Vaigat Sound, Disko Island, and the eastern fjords.
Get ready for nature landings in the HX expedition boats, cruising in between floes and icebergs, whale spotting from deck and more talks by the Expedition Team. On landings, keep your eyes open and maybe you’ll catch sight of a reindeer herd, a fast-moving Arctic fox, or a powerfully built gyrfalcon.
The central west coast of Greenland is a land of contrasts, home to some of the longest fjords in the country and a sprinkling of settlements, including the second-largest town on the island. However, the vastness of the land makes this stretch of the coast a sparsely-populated region, where huge distances are the norm, and the sense of remoteness and isolation is just a part of daily life.
On the journey south you’ll visit communities where traditions are still alive, including Sisimiut, which lies 25 miles north of the Arctic Circle. The modern town has grown up alongside very ancient remains that date back to more than 4,000 years. If you want to learn more about the ancient Saqqaq culture, make sure to visit the interesting local museum. If you're looking for a special souvenir, pick up a scarf, hat or mittens made of qiviut, the inner wool of a musk ox, said to be 10 times warmer than sheep wool.
After breakfast, disembark the ship in Nuuk, Greenland. You will then be transferred to the airport for your flight to Reykjavik, Iceland.
Upon arrival, transfer to a 4★ hotel for your overnight stay in Reykjavik.
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to London
(regional and premium class flights may be available on request) (B)
Grand Greenland & Icy Giants of Disko Bay
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MS Fridtjof Nansen honours the heritage of her namesake - the Norwegian explorer, scientist, humanitarian and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Fridtjof Nansen. The ship features a variety of custom-built expedition equipment, including kayaks, a fleet of Blueye underwater drones and expedition boats for safe landings in remote areas.
What’s onboard: Expedition Launch, Expedition Team, Explorer Lounge & Bar, Gym, Lecture Hall, Library, Medical Center, Observation Deck, Outdoor Gym, Pool Deck, Reception, Restaurant Aune, Restaurant Fredheim, Restaurant Lindstrøm, Running Track, Sauna, Science Center, Shop, Wellness and much, much more.
Hurtigruten Expeditions requires proof of full vaccination for COVID-19. This policy applies to all Hurtigruten Expeditions sailings with a departure date in 2022. For all Hurtigruten Expedition Cruises in 2022, we require all guests, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a WHO-approved vaccine. You are considered fully vaccinated 14 days after receiving the final dose of a WHO authorized vaccine. All guests who were fully vaccinated more than 270 days ago must present proof of a booster shot. For guests aged 5 - 11, they must either have at least one vaccine or proof of recovery of COVID-19 in 2022. Types of proof accepted included a green pass, certificate, a doctor's note, or a positive test result with the name and date
Please note COVID entry requirements differ on Hurtigruten Coastal voyages.
Hurtigruten Expeditions requires proof of full vaccination for COVID-19. This policy applies to all Hurtigruten Expeditions sailings with a departure date in 2022. For all Hurtigruten Expedition Cruises in 2022, Hurtigruten Expeditions require all guests (including children under the age of 18), to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a WHO-approved vaccine. You are considered fully vaccinated 14 days after receiving the final dose of a WHO authorized vaccine. All guests who were fully vaccinated more than 270 days ago must present proof of a booster shot.
Please note COVID entry requirements differ on Hurtigruten Coastal voyages.
Please note: Pre-booked excursions on Expedition sailings is temporarily unavailable due to COVID regulations.
HX Expeditions and Reader Offers Limited Agency booking conditions apply. Fares are per person based on two adults sharing, except single cabins, may increase or be withdrawn at any time. Offers apply to new bookings only. Ports may require a tender. Regional and premium class flights may be available on request and will incur supplementary costs and may require an additional overnight stay and flights may be indirect. Flights are subject to schedule changes and may be based on indirect services with flights arriving same day or overnight. Business class flights are included for Expedition Suites (ME) and above. Hotel star ratings are based on ROL Cruise classifications. If the named hotel is unavailable a suitable alternative will be provided. WIFI is subject to the cruise lines T&Cs and cannot be guaranteed. Savings are based on two adults sharing. Tours may not be suitable for guests with mobility restrictions. Tours are subject to change and an additional charge may apply. Additional excursions must be booked 28 days prior to departure. Expedition activities are optional and pre-bookable excursions are at a supplement and must be booked at least 28 days prior to departure. Baggage restrictions may apply. Please ask for more details. Please note this voyage may not be suitable for guests with mobility restrictions. Weather, sea & ice conditions have a great influence on the programme and schedule. Safety is always the priority and the ship’s captain will decide on the final sailing schedule during the voyage, therefore the itinerary is subject to change. Drinks are subject to the cruise lines t&c’s. All-inclusive refers to the expedition/cruise element only. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. Cruise Miles T&Cs apply. E&OE.
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