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Arctic Highlights

15 days, Longyearbyen to Reykjavik

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Sailing from Spitsbergen to Greenland, follow the ice’s edge with an eye peeled to the horizon for wildlife. Navigating south, you'll explore this remote landscape not only by ship but also on foot and via Zodiac. This journey highlights the contrast and change in the Arctic as you move south, finally ending in Iceland, "the Land of Fire and Ice." An Inuit village, unique wildlife, and remote destinations are just some of the highlights on this truly unforgettable voyage through the Arctic.

15 days

Longyearbyen to Reykjavik

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Trip Code: XVAHNX

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Sailing from Spitsbergen to Greenland, follow the ice’s edge with an eye peeled to the horizon for wildlife. Navigating south, you'll explore this remote landscape not only by ship but also on foot and via Zodiac. This journey highlights the contrast and change in the Arctic as you move south, finally ending in Iceland, "the Land of Fire and Ice." An Inuit village, unique wildlife, and remote destinations are just some of the highlights on this truly unforgettable voyage through the Arctic.

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Travel Style: Marine

Small-ship adventures on the world’s great seas, rivers, and other places only accessible by boat.

Physical Rating: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Age requirement: 10+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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15 days

Longyearbyen to Reykjavik

Sold Out

There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.

Trip Code: XVAHNX

Need a flight? We can help.

Call us to book your flights! We'll find you the best option!

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Itinerary

Day 1Longyearbyen

Embark aboard the G Expedition in the afternoon and depart Longyearbyen in the late afternoon. Arrival transfer included.

Meals included:

Dinner

Days 2–5Spitsbergen/Greenland Sea

Taking advantage of local ice and weather conditions, explore the Northwest Spitsbergen National Park, one of those rare places on Earth blessed with both awe-inspiring landscape and compelling history.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Days 6–7Greenland Sea

Keep an eye out for majestic whales, which are known to feed here in the summer months. Spot orca, humpback and minke whales, as well as dolphins. Enjoy lectures by expedition staff.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Days 8–12Northeast Greenland National Park

Spend a few days exploring the massive fjord system of Northeast Greenland National Park, which includes portions of Scorsbysund. Visit the tiny settlement of Ittoqqortoormiit for a look at how these most northerly people live.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Days 13–14Denmark Strait/Reykjavik

Enjoy the lecture series while watching the seas for whales. Head towards Iceland and the steaming hot springs of Reykjavík. The view is often complemented by soaring fulmars, kittiwakes, gannets, guillemots, and razorbills.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 15Reykjavik

Shortly after breakfast, disembark at the Midbakki Pier - Port of Reykjavik, walking distance from downtown.

Meals included:

Breakfast
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What's Included

  • 14 nts aboard the G Expedition
  • Arrival transfer
  • Transfer from meeting point to ship (Longyearbyen)
  • Zodiac excursions with our expert expedition team
  • Lectures and educational programs
  • Visit to a local community (Greenland)
  • Departure transfer (Reykjavík, depending on flight)
  • Waterproof boots supplied for USA sizes 4 - 16
  • Expedition parka

Accommodations

Aboard the G Expedition in quad-, triple-, twin-share cabins, or suites (all with en suite bathrooms and porthole or window, 14 nts). Please note that all cabins consist of twin-size berths and are ocean-facing. Suites have one queen-size bed.

Meals

14 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 14 dinners
Allow USD25-35 for meals not included. Drinks and tips on board not included.

Transportation

G Expedition, Zodiac, local bus, walking.

Staff & experts

One expedition team member per 10 guests.

Departures

There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.

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Arctic Highlights

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