Three Arctic Islands (Southbound)

Dramatic, contrasting and desolate landscapes of Spitsbergen, Greenland and Iceland

Three Arctic Islands (Southbound)

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The Arctic has been inspiring explorers for centuries, and our expeditions offer the chance for you to discover why. Check three different Arctic regions off your list on this adventure, heading above the Arctic Circle to Spitsbergen, in the Svalbard archipelago, to remote East Greenland and ending in Iceland. The towering cliffs, iconic wildlife, massive glaciers and swaths of untouched tundra of these three Arctic tours de force never cease to impress.

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Polar
Polar Marine and Wildlife

Region & Country & City

Arctic: Greenland, Iceland, Spitsbergen

Included in the Price

— All meals while on the ship — Beer and house wine during dinner — All accommodation — All transport and listed activities — Full complement of qualified Expedition Staff — Mandatory transfer package including flights from Helsinki to Longyearbyen — We can include flights from the UK.  Please contact us for a quote.

Not Included In The Price

— Travel insurance — Single accommodation (available on request) — Visas or vaccinations

Accommodation Information

— 13 nights on the ship, 1 night in hotel in Helsinki — Expedition cruising in comfortable conditions

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Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Helsinki, Finland

Your Arctic adventure begins in Helsinki, renowned for its extraordinary architecture and intriguing mix of eastern and western influences. If you arrive early, explore the many museums, galleries and restaurants, relax at a Finnish sauna or wander the vibrant Design District before retiring at your included hotel.

Day 2 Embarkation Day in Longyearbyen, Svalbard

After breakfast, the group will transfer to the airport and board our private charter flight to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen’s largest settlement. As you embark this afternoon, you’ll enjoy great views of the mountainous landscape that serves as a backdrop for this seaside town.

Day 3 - 6 Explore Spitsbergen and the Svalbard Archipelago

Exploring Spitsbergen, the largest of the Norwegian-ruled Svalbard islands, rewards us with abundant wildlife and austere beauty. Visit spectacular glacier fronts and steep-walled fjords with walrus, Polar bears and Svalbard reindeer amongst our possible wildlife sightings. Birders will be thrilled to see Arctic terns, skuas, Long-tailed ducks, kittiwakes and Ivory gulls. As an added bonus, when conditions are right, we could sail within 10° of the North Pole!

Day 7 - 8 Greenland Sea

While sailing south through the Greenland Sea, the Expedition Team will teach you about the wildlife and history of Greenland, our next stop. On deck, learn to identify seabirds on the wing. Take in a lecture, share photos, sip an icy cocktail in the bar or watch a movie—there are many things to do during our time at sea.

Day 9 - 12 Exploring East Greenland

During our tour of Greenland’s remote eastern coast, we’ll enjoy Zodiac cruises and shore visits to several locations. Explore the remains of ancient Thule settlements and keep an eye out for grazing Musk ox — 40 percent of the world’s population lives here. Finally, sail through spectacular Scoresbysund, the birthplace of many icebergs and, some say, the most beautiful fjord system in the world.

Day 13 - 14 At sea in the Denmark Strait

As we cruise south, the Denmark Strait is our pathway toward Iceland. The Expedition Team will keep you informed and entertained with presentations about the history of exploration in the Arctic and the seabirds you’ll see soaring above the ship.

Day 15 Disembark Reykjavik, Iceland and end

We disembark in Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital, at the end of our journey.

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