Greenland and Iceland Explorer Cruise Voyages

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: Hurtigruten plans to restart expedition cruises in early 2021 with even stricter Covid-19 measures in place. This will include testing for all guests. Expedition cruises will only recommence where and when they believe it is safe. They will make decisions on each individual voyage, and update all booked guests on any changes. As of 03/08/2020, Hurtigruten has temporarily suspended all expedition sailings on MS Roald Amundsen, MS Fridtjof Nansen and MS Spitsbergen until further notice. In September it was decided to cancel all Antarctica departures for Winter 2020/21 season. Antarctic voyages will resume in October 2021.
Book early for a wide selection of Expedition Cruises in 2021, 2022 or 2023 and your flights from London could be included. (T&Cs apply)
BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE Offer: Book a NEW Hurtigruten voyage for travel in 2021, 2022 or 2023 to qualify. Cancel for ANY reason in the future and you'll get your deposit (less a small cancellation fee) back within 14 days. Book by 30 April 2021. (T&Cs apply)
No single supplement on selected 2021 Greenland voyages booked by 31 March 2021
Let Hurtigruten show you the best of incredible Greenland, Iceland and parts of east coast Canada on a variety of cruises under the Midnight Sun. In Greenland, experience some of the most beautiful (and isolated) scenery in the world – amazing icebergs, fjords, and a rich wildlife. Get to know the rich cultural traditions, meet the fascinating Greenlandic people and visit their colourful settlements. In Iceland, you get close to volcanic landscape, waterfalls, glaciers and charming towns on hikes and daily activities. These expedition cruises are created with sustainability as a priority, protecting wildlife, supporting local communities, and the future of our planet.
Greenland 2021 Price from: €5291 per person sharing (plus flights & overnights en route)
Iceland 2021 Price from: €3791 per person sharing (plus flights & any overnights en route)
Activities: Included & some optional (pay locally)
Destinations: Greenland, Iceland, Canada, Nova Scotia, Baffin Island, Northwest Passage
Season: Summer
Types: Couples, Groups, Solo Travellers, Explorers
See Hurtigruten’s online brochures to discover more about their destinations, their ships and life on board during an Arctic Explorer voyage.
Greenland is the largest island in the world and is unlike any landscape you’re likely to have seen before. Inuit culture is thriving and adapting to the changing times, and Greenlanders are a famously friendly people. Summer in Greenland starts in June and lasts until early September, and this is the best time to visit the island due to the temperate climate. In a place without a real road system, one of the best ways to get to know the island is by ship. Most expedition cruises to Greenland take place in these months because the melting ice makes it possible to navigate the fjords and bays along the coast. Watch this short video for more information on what to expect on a cruise around Greenland.
Several Greenland voyages commence in Reykyvik. If you want to explore more of Iceland you can add a few days pre-voyage (changes to the cost will apply). To see more cruises that incorporate Iceland, please see the Svalbard options. Note: we will update prices and offers on this site when regular sailings resume. In the meantime, please contact us for a quotation.
Name |
Features |
Ship |
Duration |
Dates |
Price pps from
|
Offer
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Expedition of History, Culture & Nature (itinerary #1) | Canada, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, Labrador, southern Greenland, Iceland | MS Fram | 17 days | 09 May 2021 | €5290 | no single supplement |
Circumnavigating Iceland (itinerary #1) | Iceland | MS Fridtjof Nansen | 9 days | 31 May – 16 Jun 2021 (3 departures) | €3791 | early booking price |
The Heart of Greenland (itinerary #1) | Iceland, western Greenland coastline, Iceland | MS Fridtjof Nansen | 16 days | 24 Jun – 24 Jul 2021 (3 departures) | €6995 | early booking price |
Prices and offers correct at time of print (July 2020). E&OE. Subject to availability at time of booking.
Several Greenland voyages commence in Reykyvik. If you want to explore more of Iceland you can add a few days pre-voyage (changes to the cost will apply). To see more cruises that incorporate Iceland, please see the Svalbard options.
Name |
Features |
Ship |
Duration |
Dates |
Price pps from
|
Offer
|
The Heart of Greenland (itinerary #1) | Iceland, western Greenland coastline, Iceland | MS Fridtjof Nansen | 16 days | 09 & 24 Jul 2021 | €6995 | early booking price |
Circumnavigating Iceland (itinerary #2) | Iceland | MS Fram | 11 days | 18 & 28 July 2021 | €4689 | early booking price |
The Ultimage Fjord & National Park Expedition (itinerary #1) | Iceland, eastern Greenland coastline, Iceland | MS Fram | 13 days | 07 Aug 2021 | €6391 | early booking price |
The Heart of Greenland (itinerary #2) | Iceland, western Greenland | MS Fridtjof Nansen | 14 days | 08 Aug 2021 | €6766 | early booking price |
The Ultimage Fjord & National Park Expedition (itinerary #2) | Iceland, eastern Greenland, Canada | MS Fram | 17 days | 19 Aug 2021 | €6390 | early booking price |
The Ultimate Arctic Island Exploration | Western & southern Greenland, attempt to circumnavigate Baffin Island in the Northwest Passage | MS Fridtjof Nansen | 20 days | 20 Aug 2021 | €11,450 | early booking price |
Expedition of History, Culture & Nature (itinerary #2) | Western and southern Greenland, eastern Canada | MS Fridtjof Nansen | 13 days | 07 Sep 2021 | €5990 | early booking price |
Prices and offers correct at time of print (July 2020). E&OE. Subject to availability at time of booking.
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurant Aune
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board (where available, some remote areas have limited connection, streaming is not supported)
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to use at water refill stations on board
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore including in-depth lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- Citizen Science programme allows guests to assist with live scientific research
- Professional onboard photographer gives top tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
- Use of the ship’s hot tubs, panoramic sauna, indoor gym (MS Fridtjof Nansen also features an outdoor gym and running track)
- Range of included excursions
- Voyages beginning and/or ending in Greenland include economy flights to/from Copenhagen (as required)
- Transfers to/from ship
- No gratuities expected
- International flights and any overnights required to meet flight schedules from Dublin
- Meals & beverages other than as stated
- Travel insurance (required)
- Optional small group excursions and tours
- Single supplement
- Upgrade to a higher category cabin. Additional cost will apply.
- If your cruise starts or ends in Iceland and/or Canada you have the option to add extra nights and activities. Additional costs will apply.
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