Itinerary
- Day 1
Reykjavik to Greenland
You'll arrive in Reykjavik and head to the harbour to board the MV Ocean Albatros. Once onboard, there's a mandatory safety briefing and lifeboat drill to complete. After everything's in order, the ship sets sail from Reykjavik heading toward Greenland's wild east coast.
- Meals
- Dinner
Landmarks Reykjavik Harbour - Day 2
At Sea
The ship crosses the Denmark Strait from Iceland to Greenland. Throughout the day you can attend expedition team lectures in the theatre, book spa treatments, relax in the hot tub, or spend time watching seabirds glide alongside the vessel as it cuts through the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Expedition team lectures in the theatre
- Free access to Albatros Polar Spa
- Use of ship's hot tub
- Seabird watching from the ship
Optional Activities
- Massage services in the Albatros Polar Spa
- Day 3
Tasiilaq
You reach Tasiilaq, the largest settlement on East Greenland. There are several options for the day: hike scenic routes like Flower Valley, visit the Tunumiit culture museum housed in the old church, watch traditional drum dancers perform, check out the Stunk Artist's Workshop for local crafts, or hike uphill for views across the region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Near-port walk with expedition team
- Scenic hiking route access
Optional Activities
- Visit Tunumiit culture museum in the old church
- Watch drum dancer performance
- Visit Stunk Artist's Workshop
- Hike towards hotel for panoramic views
Landmarks Tasiilaq Flower Valley Ammassalik Island - Day 4
Ikateq and Kuummiut
Early on you'll visit Ikateq fjord and its abandoned Second World War American airbase, largely unchanged since 1947. Later, the ship moves to Kuummiut, a small isolated village in Ammassalik Fjord where you can watch icebergs float by, listen to sled dogs, and watch for passing whales.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Zodiac excursion to Ikateq
- Visit to Kuummiut village
Optional Activities
- Explore abandoned American airbase at Ikateq
- Whale watching from Kuummiut
Landmarks Ikateq Kuummiut Ammassalik Fjord - Day 5
Sermilik Fjord
You'll cruise into Sermilik Fjord where vast icebergs from Helheim Glacier (one of Greenland's largest) dominate the landscape. Depending on ice conditions, you'll either explore the shore or cruise through the natural ice sculptures aboard Zodiac boats for a closer look.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Zodiac cruise through icebergs or shoreside exploration (depending on ice conditions)
Landmarks Sermilik Fjord Helheim Glacier - Day 6
Skjoldungen
The ship sails into Skjoldungen fjord on Greenland's southeastern coast, named after an ancient Danish King. You'll see saw-toothed mountains with opalescent glaciers and the spectacular Thryms Glacier. The expedition team leads a flower-lined valley walk through Dronning Maries Dal, a U-shaped glacial valley.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Nature hike in Dronning Maries Dal with expedition team
Optional Activities
- Explore archaeological sites on island
- View remains of 1930s settler houses
Landmarks Skjoldungen Thryms Glacier Dronning Maries Dal - Day 7
Cape Farewell to Aappilattoq
Heading south to Cape Farewell, Greenland's southernmost point known for challenging weather, you'll cruise through Prince Christian Sound, a 60-kilometer ice-free waterway flanked by towering mountains over 2,000 meters high. In the afternoon you'll visit Aappilattoq village positioned beneath the mountains at the sound's end.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Prince Christian Sound
Optional Activities
- Hiking in Aappilattoq
- Experience local choir performances
Landmarks Cape Farewell Prince Christian Sound Aappilattoq - Day 8
Tunulliarfik Fjord and Qassiarsuk
Early morning you'll cruise below the mountains of Tunulliarfik Fjord to the beach at Itilleq. From there you'll trek through lush green hills to Igaliku village to see the remains of the Norse Bishop's palace at Gardar. Later you'll visit Qassiarsuk to explore Brattahlid, the ancient farmstead of Erik the Red.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Nature hike through Tunulliarfik Fjord area
- Trek to Igaliku village
- Visit to Brattahlid
Optional Activities
- Explore Gardar Bishop's palace remains
- Interact with local sheep farming community
Landmarks Tunulliarfik Fjord Itilleq Igaliku Gardar Qassiarsuk Brattahlid - Day 9
At Sea
The ship traces Greenland's rugged coastline northward from South Greenland. Keep watch in these nutrient-rich Atlantic waters for whales, seals, and seabirds as you sail along the narrow west coast where roughly 50,000 residents live spread across various settlements.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Wildlife watching from the ship
- Day 10
Nuuk
You arrive in Nuuk, Greenland's capital, where modern skyscrapers sit alongside traditional wooden houses. With 19,000 inhabitants, the city has more energy than you might expect. Explore the Kolonihavn district with the Greenlandic National Museum, check out Katuaq for cultural experiences, shop for local artworks, or grab coffee at a curbside café.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Kolonihavn district
- Visit Greenlandic National Museum
- Visit Katuaq cultural centre
- Shop for authentic Greenlandic artworks
- Relax at curbside café
Landmarks Nuuk Kolonihavn District Greenlandic National Museum Katuaq - Day 11
Kangaamiut and Evighedsfjorden
You reach Kangaamiut, a charming village in cold waters surrounded by game-filled hinterland. Options include hiking to the heliport for panoramic views, meeting locals and learning about traditional hunting and fishing culture including seal-flensing, and visiting the town's small museum. In the afternoon you'll sail into Evighedsfjorden and explore near Evigheds Glacier by Zodiac.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Near-port walk with expedition team
- Hike to Kangaamiut heliport
Optional Activities
- Engage with locals and experience traditional practices
- Visit Kangaamiut museum
- Zodiac exploration near Evigheds Glacier
Landmarks Kangaamiut Evighedsfjorden Evigheds Glacier - Day 12
Kangerlussuaq
After overnight navigation through the 160-kilometer Kangerlussuaq Fjord, you'll have breakfast and then say goodbye to the crew and fellow travelers. By Zodiac you'll head ashore to explore Kangerlussuaq, a somewhat isolated settlement with military heritage and cold war atmosphere that serves as a key air travel hub. Your Arctic adventure concludes at the modern airport terminal.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Zodiac transfer to shore
Optional Activities
- Explore Kangerlussuaq
- Experience local cultural activities
- Explore surrounding nature
Landmarks Kangerlussuaq Kangerlussuaq Fjord
