Itinerary
- Day 1
Reykjavik
You'll arrive in Reykjavik and board the Scenic Eclipse, an ultra-luxury yacht that'll be your home for the next week. After checking into your suite, there's a welcome glass of Champagne waiting, and you'll meet the captain and crew. It's a good chance to settle in and chat with other guests before heading out to explore Iceland's quirky capital.
Included Activities
- Board Scenic Eclipse yacht
- Welcome briefing with Captain and crew
- Explore spacious suite
- Day 2
Grundarfjordur
The ship takes you to Grundarfjordur on the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, where colorful houses dot the landscape and waterfalls cascade nearby. Kirkjufell mountain rises in the distance, so bring your camera. After exploring the volcanic terrain, you'll sail toward the Arctic Circle and continue on to Ittoqqortoormiit.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Grundarfjordur town
- Discover nearby waterfalls and volcanic landscapes
- Theatre lectures on Arctic exploration
- Scenic Discovery kayaking and zodiac cruising (weather and harbour master approval)
Optional Activities
- Helicopter flight over glaciers, volcanoes and waterfalls
- Snæfellsnes Peninsula Express guided tour to Djupalonssandur black sand beach, Malarrif lighthouse, Londrangar volcanic towers, and Arnarstapi cliffs
- Coves, Craters & Caves tour including Snæfellsjökull Glacier, Saxhóll crater, Djupalonssandur coastal trail, and Vatnshellir Cave lava tunnels
Landmarks Kirkjufell Djupalonssandur Malarrif Lighthouse Londrangar Arnarstapi Snæfellsjökull Glacier Saxhóll Vatnshellir Cave - Day 3
Ittoqqortoormiit
You'll dock in Ittoqqortoormiit, one of Greenland's most remote towns with around 350 people living above the Arctic Circle. A guided tour shows you how the community operates in this isolated location. You can visit the museum, the church, and a weather station, then get your passport stamped as a souvenir from the trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Ittoqqortoormiit
- Visit museum
- Visit church
- Visit weather station and public service buildings
- Passport stamping
- Scenic Discovery kayaking and zodiac cruising (weather and harbour master approval)
Landmarks Ittoqqortoormiit - Day 4
Scoresbysund
The ship navigates through Scoresbysund, a 350-kilometer fjord filled with towering icebergs breaking off from the Inland Ice. You can spend time on the Open Bridge with the Discovery Team to watch the landscape, or relax on your private verandah. Theater lectures about Arctic experiences run throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Navigate through Scoresbysund fjord and icebergs
- Access to Open Bridge with Discovery Team
- Theatre lectures on Arctic landscapes
- Scenic Discovery zodiac cruises (weather and ice conditions permitting)
Landmarks Scoresbysund - Day 5
Akureyri
In Akureyri, Iceland's second-largest city with 20,000 residents, you'll see the striking Akureyri Church and walk through one of the world's northernmost botanic gardens. The area has local legends about elves and hidden people, so there's some interesting history to learn about as you wander around.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Akureyri Church
- Explore world's most northerly botanic gardens
- Scenic Discovery kayaking and zodiac cruising (weather and harbour master approval)
Optional Activities
- Helicopter flight over glaciers, volcanoes and waterfalls
- Leisurely Akureyri & Godafoss Waterfall guided tour
- Whale watching experience in Eyjafjoerdur for Humpback, Minke, Fin and Blue whales, plus white-beaked dolphins, porpoises and seabirds
- Panoramic City & Forest Lagoon experience at Hlidafjoerdur viewpoint and Akureyri geothermal spa in Vadlaskogur forest
Landmarks Akureyri Church Akureyri Botanical Gardens Godafoss Waterfall - Day 6
Isafjordur
You'll reach Isafjordur in the Westfjords, a gateway to Iceland's northernmost peninsula. The Old Town has well-preserved colorful historic buildings worth walking through. The surrounding region offers waterfalls, hiking trails, and jagged cliffs if you want to get out and explore the Nordic landscape.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Isafjordur Old Town
- Scenic Discovery kayaking and zodiac cruising (weather and harbour master approval)
Optional Activities
- Helicopter flight over glaciers, volcanoes and waterfalls
- Taste of Isafjordur Walking Tour with visit to Kertahusid candle house, harbour views and craft beer tasting at Dokkan Brewery
- Vigur Island guided walk on 2km by 400m island with puffin spotting, Iceland's only windmill, Europe's smallest post office and refreshments at family's 19th-century house
- Valagil Hike 4km round-trip active hike from Isafjordur to Valagil Canyon with waterfall and lava-layered cliffs
- History at Hesteyri guided walk through abandoned 1952 settlement in Jokulfirdir fjords with traditional refreshments and Arctic wildlife spotting
- Life & Culture experience at restored fisherman's hut revealing traditional fishing life, live music performance at historic church, Snæfjallaströnd valley visit, heritage museum exploration and Brennivín tasting with local delicacies
Landmarks Vigur Island Valagil Canyon Hesteyri - Day 7
Dynjandi Waterfall
Weather permitting, you'll visit Dynjandi Waterfall, known as 'the thunder' because of its powerful cascades. The freezing mist hits you as the water tumbles down seven tiers over 100 meters like a bridal veil. Back on the yacht, you can relax at the spa and enjoy the ship's indulgent spaces.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Dynjandi Waterfall
- Scenic Discovery guided hike to Dynjandivogur Waterfall
- Access to Observation Lounge
- Theatre lectures on Arctic exploration
- Access to Senses Spa facilities (treatments at additional cost)
Optional Activities
- Helicopter flight over glaciers, volcanoes and waterfalls
Landmarks Dynjandi Waterfall 
- Day 8
Reykjavik
The Scenic Eclipse returns to Reykjavik this morning. You'll have one final breakfast on board, then say goodbye to the crew and fellow passengers. It's time to disembark with memories from your week sailing through the Arctic.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Final breakfast on board
Optional Activities
- Explore Reykjavik's stylish restaurants, chic boutiques, innovative galleries and fascinating museums
