SOUTHEAST GREENLAND: EXPLORING AT THE EDGE OF THE ICE CAP
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10 DAYS
ITINERARY SUMMARY
| Day | Place | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Reykjavik, Iceland | Explore the Icelandic capital's sights, sounds and tastes before embarking the ship |
| Days 2 - 3 | At Sea | Listen to expert talks, relax in the lounge, or keep an eye out for whales |
| Days 4 - 8 | King Frederick VI Land, Greenland | Striking landscapes, towering peaks, active glaciers, gain insight into Inuit and Thule history, keep an eye out for polar bears |
| Day 9 | At Sea | Reflect on your journey and make the most of the onboard amenities |
| Day 10 | Reykjavik | Disembark and transfer to the airport |
SHIP OFFERING THIS ITINERARY
National Geographic Endurance
Launching in 2020, the National Geographic Endurance is a next-generation expedition ship, purpose built for polar navigation. The Category A vessel is a fully stabilized, highly strengthened ship designed to navigate polar-passages and uncharted waters all year round. Designed to provide an extremely smooth ride in even the most adverse of conditions, reduced spray on deck and wave-splicing action making for superior observation.
National Geographic Resolution
National Geographic Resolution was launched in 2021 and is purpose-built for polar navigation for 128 guests. She is a fully stabilised, highly strengthened, ice-class Polar Class 5 (PC5) vessel. She is designed to navigate polar passages year-round, and safely explore uncharted waters, while providing exceptional comfort. Its patented X-BOW® provides an extremely smooth ride in even adverse conditions, and even reduces spray on deck, for superior observation.
Day 1 Reykjavik, Iceland
Arrive in Reykjavík, the world’s northernmost capital, which lies just below the Arctic Circle. Transfer from the airport and spend the day exploring the city’s sights, sounds and tastes on your own. Check in with the hospitality desk this afternoon, before embarking the ship.
Days 2 – 3 At Sea
Sail across the Denmark Strait, connecting the Arctic and Atlantic Ocean. The Strait is home to the world’s largest waterfall, caused by powerful currents and glaciers. Listen to talks from experts, relax with a book in the lounge or on the observation deck and keep an eye out for whales as the ship travels across the continental shelf.
Days 4 – 8 King Frederick VI Land, Greenland
Spend the days exploring the coastal wilds of Southeast Greenland, a dynamic region known for its striking landscapes of towering peaks and active glaciers which connect to the Greenlandic Ice Sheet. The East Greenlandic current also spends much of the summer pushing icebergs down the coast from the North Pole. Experience a true sense of adventure as you discover unknown, wild areas aboard purpose-built ships designed to navigate even the most extreme conditions.
Take in stunning views from the Bridge of unexplored fjords like Skjoldungen, Lindenow and Timmiarmiut; Zodiac cruise along glaciers that continue to push out from the Ice Sheet; and hike into the backcountry with polar bear guards, keeping an eye out for the newly established resident population in this region. At archaeological sites along King Frederick VI Coast, gain insight into the Paleo-Inuit and Thule peoples who researchers believe inhabited the area between 2500-800 BC.
Day 9 At Sea
Spend a relaxing day at sea en route back to Iceland as you take advantage of the onboard amenities at your own pace. Join the ship’s officers on the Bridge and keep a watchful eye for migrating whales, attend an engaging presentation by naturalists and experts, or enjoy a wellness treatment at the spa.
Day 10 Reykjavik
Disembark in Reykjavík and transfer to the airport for flights home.