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

12 days
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From Kangerlussuaq to Reykjavik
4.5 (11,836 reviews)
Greenland Explorer - M/V Ocean Albatros (Northern Lights) - Explore!

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Nature & Wildlife
Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
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. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Copenhagen to Kangerlussuaq

    Copenhagen to Kangerlussuaq
    Meals
    Dinner (Dinner and glass of champagne)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros)

    Included Activities

    • Dinner and glass of champagne
    • Mandatory safety drill
    Landmarks
    Kangerlussuaq
    Kangerlussuaq Fjord
  3. Day 2

    Evighedsfjorden

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

    Included Activities

    • Hike to heliport in Kangaamiut
    • Display of traditional clothing and foods
    • Seal-flensing demonstration
    • Visit Kangaamiut museum
    • Zodiac cruise in Evighedsfjorden in front of Evigheds Glacier
    Landmarks
    Kangaamiut
    Evighedsfjorden
    Evigheds Glacier
    Maniitsoq Ice Cap
  4. Day 3

    Nuuk

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

    Included Activities

    • Visit Greenlandic National Museum
    • Explore Katuaq cultural centre
    • Shop for Greenlandic artwork in boutique shops

    Optional Activities

    • Relax at curbside café
    Landmarks
    Nuuk
    Greenlandic National Museum
    Katuaq
    Kolonihavn
    Ukkusissat
  5. Day 4

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros)

    Included Activities

    • Expedition Team lectures on history, wildlife, geology, and culture
    • Relaxation at hot tubs

    Optional Activities

    • Massage at Albatros Polar Spa
    Landmarks
    Davis Strait
  6. Day 5

    Qassiarsuk - Igaliku

    Qassiarsuk - Igaliku
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros)

    Included Activities

    • Farm trail hike from Itilleq
    • Trek to ruins of Norse Bishop's palace at Garðar
    Landmarks
    Tunulliarfik Fjord
    Qassiarsuk
    Brattahlíð
    Þjódhildarkirkja
    Itilleq
    Garðar
    Igaliku
    Kujataa UNESCO World Heritage Site
  7. Day 6

    Prins Christian Sund

    Prins Christian Sund
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Aappilattoq village
    • Cruise through Prins Christian Sund

    Optional Activities

    • Hiking in Aappilattoq
    Landmarks
    Kap Farvel
    Aappilattoq
    Prins Christian Sund
  8. Day 7

    Dronning Maries Dal

    Dronning Maries Dal
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros)

    Included Activities

    • Trek through Dronning Maries Dal
    Landmarks
    Skjoldungen
    Thryms Glacier
    Dronning Maries Dal
  9. Day 8

    Sermilik Fjord

    Sermilik Fjord
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros)

    Included Activities

    • Zodiac cruise through Sermilik Fjord (conditional on ice volume)

    Optional Activities

    • Coming ashore in Sermilik Fjord (conditional on ice volume)
    Landmarks
    Ammassalik Island
    Sermilik Fjord
    Helheim Glacier
    Greenland Ice Sheet
  10. Day 9

    Ikateq

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

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kuummiut village
    • Explore Ikateq fjord and WWII American airbase ruins
    Landmarks
    Kuummiut
    Ammassalik Fjord
    Ikateq
  11. Day 10

    Tasiilaq

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

    Included Activities

    • Visit Tasiilaq museum
    • Trek through Tasiilaq Flower Valley
    • Hike towards hotel for panoramic views

    Optional Activities

    • Watch drum dancer perform in traditional East Greenlandic costume
    • Attend modern church choir performance
    • Shop at Stunk Workshop for tupilak carvings
    Landmarks
    Tasiilaq
    Ammassalik Island
    Tasiilaq Flower Valley
  12. Day 11

    At Sea to Reykjavik

    At Sea to Reykjavik
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Ocean Albatros)

    Included Activities

    • Farewell Cocktail Party with Captain and Officers
    • Photo and video presentation by onboard photographer
    • Expedition Team lectures

    Optional Activities

    • Cocktail in Nordic Bar
  13. Day 12

    Reykjavik

    Reykjavik
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast before departure

    Optional Activities

    • New Nordic cuisine
    • Shopping
    • Excursions in Reykjavik
    Landmarks
    Reykjavik
    Hallgrímskirkja Church

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Response time
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Explore! Ship

  • Ocean Albatros
    Ocean Albatros
    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
    Registry
    Gross Tonnage
    Electricity
    Beam
    Cruising Speed
    Generators
    Engines
    4 diesel engines and 2 electro engines
    Draft
    5.1m
    Cabin
    Deck
    Deck with Cabins

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