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Eastern Greenland - M/V Ocean Albatros (Northern Lights)

12 days
Start and end in Reykjavik
4.5
8,636 traveler reviews

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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 7 - 16
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Reykjavik

    Meals
    Dinner (Dinner and glass of champagne onboard MV Ocean Albatros)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Reykjavik
    • Embarkation dinner with champagne on MV Ocean Albatros

    Optional Activities

    • Shopping in Reykjavik
    • Dining at New Nordic cuisine restaurants
    Landmarks
    Hallgrímskirkja Church
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    At sea - Denmark Strait

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Expedition Team lectures on Greenlandic history, wildlife, and geology
    • Access to Albatros Polar Spa
    • Onboard activities and entertainment

    Optional Activities

    • Massage services at Albatros Polar Spa
    • Various wellness activities
  3. Day 3

    Kuummiut - Ikateq

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Kuummiut village
    • Guided exploration of Ikateq Airbase ruins
    • Zodiac landing excursions

    Optional Activities

    • Hiking near Kuummiut
    • Photography of icebergs and wildlife
    Landmarks
    Ammassalik Fjord
    Ikateq Airbase
  4. Day 4

    Tasiilaq

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Tasiilaq settlement
    • Museum visit in the old church
    • Access to Stunk Artist's Workshop
    • Hiking opportunities including Flower Valley
    • Modern church choir performances (when available)

    Optional Activities

    • Guided cultural tours of Tasiilaq
    • Drum dancing performances in traditional East Greenlandic costume
    • Shopping at Stunk Artist's Workshop
    • Extended hiking excursions
    Landmarks
    Tasiilaq Museum
    Ammassalik Island
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  5. Day 5

    At sea - En route to Ittoqqortoormiit

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Expedition Team lectures on Greenland Ice Sheet and local hunting traditions
    • Wildlife observation from deck
    • Onboard activities and entertainment

    Optional Activities

    • Photography of landscape and wildlife
    Landmarks
    Greenland Ice Sheet
  6. Day 6

    Ittoqqortoormiit

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
    • Museum exploration
    • Traditional church visit
    • Cultural interactions with local residents
    • Zodiac landing excursions

    Optional Activities

    • Photography of traditional costumes and architecture
    • Extended exploration of the settlement
    Landmarks
    Scoresbysund
  7. Day 7

    Northeast Greenland National Park

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Cruising through Northeast Greenland National Park
    • Zodiac excursions (weather permitting)
    • Expedition Team lectures and guidance
    • Wildlife observation

    Optional Activities

    • Photography of landscapes and wildlife
    • Extended zodiac explorations
    Landmarks
    Northeast Greenland National Park
    King Oscar Fjord
    Liverpool Land
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
  8. Day 8

    Northeast Greenland National Park

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Zodiac excursions to various landing sites (weather permitting)
    • Visit to Bastionen rock wall
    • Viewing of Maria Island and WWII German camp site
    • Landing at Blomsterbugten on Ymer Island
    • Visit to Varghytten hunting lodge and Teufelsschloss mountain viewing
    • Zodiac cruise past Waltershausen Glacier
    • Exploration of Moskusokse Fjord
    • Jameson Land observations
    • Wildlife observation including polar bears

    Optional Activities

    • Extended photography expeditions
    • Detailed geological exploration
    Landmarks
    Bastionen
    Ella Island
    Maria Island
    Ymer Island
    Teufelsschloss
    Waltershausen Glacier
    Moskusokse Fjord
    Jameson Land
  9. Day 9

    Northeast Greenland National Park

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Zodiac excursions (weather and ice conditions permitting)
    • Expedition Team lectures and evening recaps
    • Wildlife observation and photography opportunities
    • Onshore explorations with naturalists

    Optional Activities

    • Extended hiking expeditions
    • Advanced wildlife photography
    Landmarks
    Northeast Greenland National Park
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  10. Day 10

    Blosseville Coast

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Cruising along Blosseville Coast
    • Zodiac excursions to explore abandoned settlements and wildlife habitats
    • Wildlife observation including polar bears and Arctic fauna
    • Landscape photography opportunities

    Optional Activities

    • Extended exploration of abandoned Inuit settlements
    • Advanced photography expeditions
    Landmarks
    Blosseville Coast
  11. Day 11

    At sea - En route to Reykjavik

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Access to Nordic Bar
    • Expedition Team lectures and reflections
    • Farewell Cocktail Party with Captain and Officers
    • Photo and video presentation by onboard photographer
    • Onboard entertainment and activities

    Optional Activities

    • Cocktails and beverages at Nordic Bar
    • Additional dining experiences
  12. Day 12

    Reykjavik

    Meals
    Breakfast (Hearty breakfast onboard MV Ocean Albatros)

    Included Activities

    • Disembarkation breakfast onboard MV Ocean Albatros

    Optional Activities

    • Airport transfer arrangements
    • Extended time in Reykjavik
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    The Ocean Albatros, sistership to the Ocean Victory, will join the fleet of Albatros Expeditions in May 2023. The Ocean Albatros will be dep… Read more
    Capacity
    169
    Built
    2023
    Guests
    Crew
    120
    Length
    104.4m
    Width
    18.4m
    Suites
    Staterooms
    94 spacious comfortable staterooms
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    Cruising Speed
    Generators
    Engines
    4 diesel engines and 2 electro engines
    Draft
    5.1m
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    Deck with Cabins

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    December 6th, 2023
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    December 5th, 2023
    4.5
    Seeing everything in winter, northern lights and frozen waterfalls
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Tour ID: 307149

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    kr
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    Greenland
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    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Greenland. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Greenland. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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