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Greenland
Glaciers and Icebergs Voyage (10 day itinerary)
The Disko Bay expedition on Greenland’s west coast is a fascinating meeting with the Inuit culture and the stunning land they inhabit. Only accessible by ship the small settlements hold a genuine Greenlandic atmosphere. The spectacular nature and the Midnight Sun provide a stunning frame for the voyage. All voyages are on a full board basis on board the MS Fram, the newest ship in the Hurtigruten fleet specially built for Arctic and Antarctic expeditions. She has 128 stylish and comfortable cabins as well as panoramic lounges, observation decks,, lecture halls, restaurants, shop, on-deck Jacuzzis, fitness room, internet facilities and bar.
| Departure Dates |
Inside Cabin from
(price per person sharing) |
Single Supplement from |
Outside Cabin from (price per person sharing) |
Single Supplement from |
| 11, 18 & 25 June |
€5468 |
€3048 |
€5842 |
€3329 |
Subject to availability. Prices correct at time of print (Jan 2011). E&OE.
Price Includes:
- Return flights from Dublin including known taxes
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Copenhagen pre-voyage
- 7 nights full board voyage in cabin category of your choice
- Transfers as applicable
- Wind and waterproof jacket
- Land excursions and tour briefings
Not Included:
- Travel Insurance
- Gratuities and luggage handling
- Drinks and personal expenses
Glaciers & Icebergs Voyage Itinerary
DAY 1 Copenhagen
Fly from Dublin to Copenhagen. Overnight in Copenhagen hotel (bed & breakfast).
DAY 2 Kangerlussuaq
Fly from Copenhagen to Kangerlussuaq, our main gateway into Greenland. Consisting of less than 600 hardy souls, who live and work in this remote desert-like landscape, the settlement is situated close to the majestic inland ice sheet that covers more than 80% of the country.
DAY 3 Sisimiut
The second largest community in Greenland, Sisimiut’s bounty comes from the sea, with a modern fishing fleet, a shipyard and a fish processing factory all contributing to the town’s prosperity. We recommend a visit to the local Arts and Crafts workshop close to the pier, where you can watch artisans create traditional jewellery and perhaps purchase a local souvenir or two.
DAY 4 Qeqertarsuaq
Situated on the old volcanic island of Disko, Qeqertarsuaq is home to an Arctic research station that is part of a Copenhagen University study into fl ora and fauna. You can spend the time here strolling along the beach, enjoying the spectacle of towering icebergs that lie grounded on the shore, or you may like to join a highly recommended walking tour to Blæsedalen, a place rich in Arctic flora.
DAY 5 Uummannaq / Ukkusissat
The town of Uummannaq is situated among a scenic landscape that lies at the foot of a 1,170 metres tall, heart-shaped mountain. You can join a walking tour of the area, or just stroll around this beautiful town taking in its genteel ambience at your own pace. We will be calling into Ukkusissat later this evening, a traditional settlement of less than 200 people which continues to survive on the riches harvested from hunting and fishing.
DAY 6 Eqip Sermia
Five kilometres long and constantly calving off icebergs, the glacier front of Eqip Sermia is one of nature’s most impressive creations and one of the best opportunities that you will ever have to truly appreciate the sheer majesty of the natural world.
DAY 7 Ilulissat
Ilulissat means iceberg in Greenlandic and this is a town that certainly lives up to its name. Sermeq Kujalleq is the most productive glacier in the northern hemisphere, feeding enormous icebergs into the Icefjord. Little wonder then that this stunning setting is on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
ILULISSAT ICEFJORD, UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE
Located on the west coast of Greenland is the Icefjord, here you can witness Sermeq Kujalleq, one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world. The combination of a huge ice-sheet and the dramatic sounds of a fast-moving glacial ice-stream calving into a fjord covered by icebergs makes for a dramatic and awe-inspiring natural phenomenon.
DAY 8 Itilleq
Small and isolated, with only around 130 inhabitants, Itilleq is close to the Arctic Circle. Existing on hunting and fishing, the local community provides you with a rare insight into Greenlandic culture and life amongst these harsh and unforgiving landscapes.
DAY 9 Kangerlussuaq
During the early 1960s, 27 musk oxen were introduced into Kangerlussuaq from northeastern Greenland. Today those herds number over 10,000. You have some time to explore the area more closely today before your overnight flight back to Copenhagen.
DAY 10
Arrive Copenhagen early in the morning. Connect with afternoon flight to Dublin.
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