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Grand Greenland – Mythical Lands of the North (MS Fridtjof Nansen, 17 Days, 2025) (10 destinations)

17 days
Start and end in Reykjavik
4.0
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Explorer
Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 2
Ages 6+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Reykjavik

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll along Laugavegur boutiques and outdoor shops
    • Visit Hallgrímskirkja Church
    • Explore Reykjavik Art Museum
    • Book Pre-Program to discover Iceland's natural highlights
    Landmarks
    Hallgrímskirkja Church
    Reykjavik Art Museum
    Laugavegur
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  2. Day 2

    Reykjavik to Nuuk

    Meals
    Dinner (First dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Flight to Nuuk
    • Boarding MS Fridtjof Nansen
    • Receive complimentary expedition jacket
    • Dinner on board

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Nuuk Cathedral
    • See Hans Egede statue
    • View Mother of the Sea statue
    • Explore old town by the waterfront
    Landmarks
    Nuuk Cathedral
    Hans Egede Statue
    Mother of the Sea Statue
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 3

    Sailing to Disko Bay

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Mandatory AECO presentations on Arctic operations and landings
    • Lectures on Greenland-related topics
    • Citizen Science projects
    • Crossing of the Arctic Circle

    Optional Activities

    • Explore ship's state-of-the-art facilities
    • Attend additional lectures
    Landmarks
    Arctic Circle
  4. Day 4

    Disko Bay and Ilulissat

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ilulissat Icefjord
    • Walk along wooden gangway to ice fjord
    • Scenic viewing of icebergs

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Icefjord Centre
    • Hike to Sermermiut
    Landmarks
    Ilulissat Icefjord
    Icefjord Centre
    Sermermiut
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  5. Day 5

    Greenland's Far North

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Potential stop at small communities
    • Potential nature landings
    • Potential ice-cruising in inner fjords with RIBs

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Uummannaq community
    • Visit Ukkusissat community
    • Visit Qilakitsoq archaeological site
    • Hike to view Arctic landscape
    Landmarks
    Uummannaq
    Qilakitsoq Archaeological Site
  6. Day 6

    Melville Bay

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Crossing Melville Bay
    • Wildlife watching with Expedition Team
    • Expert lectures on Arctic topics

    Optional Activities

    • Join Expedition Team on deck
    • Attend lectures
    Landmarks
    Melville Bay
  7. Days 7 - 11

    Thule Region Exploration

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Potential visits to local communities
    • Small boat expeditions with RIBs
    • Wildlife viewing
    • Nature observation
    • Sailing through icy channels

    Optional Activities

    • Photography of Arctic wildlife and landscapes
    Landmarks
    Thule Region
  8. Days 12 - 13

    Crossing Baffin Bay

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Leisurely lunches), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Sailing south across Baffin Bay
    • Wildlife watching
    • Expert lectures on Arctic and related topics
    • Citizen Science projects
    • Access to ship facilities

    Optional Activities

    • Use hot tubs
    • Relax in Expedition Lounge & Bar
    • Attend additional lectures
    Landmarks
    Baffin Bay
  9. Days 14 - 15

    Central West Coast Greenland

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Potential visits to Sisimiut, Qeqertarsuaq, and Itilleq communities

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Sisimiut Museum
    • Hike on land
    • Meet local Greenlanders
    • Wildlife scanning
    • Shop for qiviut products
    Landmarks
    Sisimiut
    Qeqertarsuaq
    Itilleq
  10. Day 16

    Nuuk to Reykjavik

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Nuuk to Reykjavik

    Optional Activities

    • Explore modern Nuuk before departure
  11. Day 17

    Reykjavik

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Reykjavik
    • Visit geothermal attractions
    • Join optional Post-Program

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Hurtigruten

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Cancellation policy

Hurtigruten Ship

  • MS Fridtjof Nansen
    MS Fridtjof Nansen
    MS Fridtjof Nansen is the latest addition to Hurtigruten’s fleet of custom-built ships – and represents the next generation of expeditio… Read more
    Capacity
    Built
    2020
    Guests
    530
    Crew
    Length
    140 m / 459 ft
    Width
    Suites
    Staterooms
    Registry
    Gross Tonnage
    20 889 T
    Electricity
    Beam
    23.6 m / 77 ft
    Cruising Speed
    15 knots
    Generators
    Engines
    Draft

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 265937

  • Currencies
    kr
    Iceland Krona
    Iceland
    kr
    Danish Krone
    Greenland
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    As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for type K.

    Type K
    Greenland
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Greenland. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Greenland. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Greenland. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0

Select departure month

2026

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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
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Sep
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2027

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2028

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