Hurtigruten - Greenland and Iceland - The Ultimate Fjord and National Park Expedition 2019
12 days / 11 nights - MS ROALD AMUNDSEN
Longyearbyen • Greenland • Iceland • Reykjavik
This expedition takes you to three Arctic islands and the least-visited national park in the world. Explore Spitsbergen, Greenland and Iceland for an adventure that cannot be compared to anything else in the northern hemisphere.
You start your expedition in the magnificent North West Spitsbergen National Park. Once you reach the North East Greenland National Park, you might sail for days without seeing another vessel.
The chances of meeting a polar wolf or a polar bear are far greater than meeting one of our own species. In Iceland, you will explore the area around Ísafjörður, before ending your voyage of a lifetime in Reykjavik.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Oslo / Longyearbyen, Svalbard
Norway's capital Oslo is often referred to as "the blue, the green and the city in between". Forest, lakes, hills and a fjord surrounds this city. Downtown you will find a very varied architecture, a strong café and bar culture, top-notch restaurants, endless shopping possibilities, and a large and visible immigrant community who add their own colourful touch to the city. You leave Oslo in the evening, heading for Spitsbergen in the High Arctic.
Day 2 : Longyearbyen, Svalbard
The Svalbard Islands are located in the Arctic Ocean, halfway between Norway and the North Pole. In the midst of a mighty and wild nature you find the Norwegian settlement of Longyearbyen. After an overnight stay in a central hotel you can join an exciting excursion in Longyearbyen and its surroundings before embarking on the MS Fram.
Day 3 : North West Spitsbergen National Park, Svalbard
The first national park you visit covers the northwest corner of Spitsbergen. The area is characterised by big inland glaciers and a typical alpine landscape contrasted by green areas and moraines. You continue into Kongsfjord and Magdalenefjord, offering spectacular scenery and interesting history. At 78° 55' N you visit Ny-Ålesund, the starting point for numerous expeditions towards the North Pole in the old days. Today it is home to an advanced High Arctic research station.
Day 4 : At Sea
Spend a relaxing, but exciting day at sea. You take advantage of Hurtigruten's lecture series and enjoy sights of wildlife from deck.
Day 5 : North East Greenland National Park, Greenland
As you arrive in the largest national park in the world, you will start dwelling upon the thought that you are quite alone in a far corner of the globe. Apart from some abandoned trapping stations, a weather station and the traditional Sirius sled patrol there are absolutely no signs of humans here.
Day 6 : North East Greenland National Park, Greenland
Within the borders of North East Greenland National Park there are only about 30 people that over-winter. In the very short summer season, when the waters around are not frozen, only 500 expedition cruise guests visit the park.
Day 7 : North East Greenland National Park, Greenland
Once inside the fjords of North East Greenland your sense of distance, size and shape of landscapes will be challenged. These are the largest fjords in the world and the alpine landscape around, with hanging glaciers and vertical granite faces, reaches as far as the eye can see.
Day 8 : North East Greenland National Park, Greenland
As well as terrestrial wildlife like musk oxen, arctic fox, hare and wolf, you may see a variety of sea birds. And remember, where there is ice there might be polar bears!
Day 9 : North East Greenland National Park, Greenland
The very isolated weather and research station, Danmarkshavn is one of the places that you will visit en route. Sailing into fjords like Keiser Franz Josef Fjord or Alpefjord will give you an experience of a lifetime. The majority of your landings are performed as pure wilderness expeditions.
Day 10 : North East Greenland National Park, Greenland
You may meet the Sirius Patrol (The Danish Navy) that supervises the park using traditional methods, mushing dogs. Before the Danes acquired sovereignty of this area, the Norwegians claimed it. A natural place to attempt a landing is Myggbukta (Mosquito bay), where the legendary Governor of North East Greenland had his base.
Day 11 : North East Greenland National Park, Greenland
During this expedition you will have ample amount of time to get the feeling of being in one of the most isolated places on earth. Still you will feel totally safe aboard one of the most fitting expedition vessels. The ship's expert guides and lecturers will safely guide you on hikes and small boat trips in addition to briefings and lectures about the places you go.
Day 12 : Ittoqqortoormiit (Scoresbysund), Greenland
In the most isolated town in Greenland, you can visit the museum, church and a photo exhibition, or walk around on your own.
Day 13 : The Westfjords of Iceland
Ísafjörður is the capital of the Westfjords region. Take a stroll around this cosy town and enjoy its diverse architecture. You'll find the country's oldest dwelling here, along with fine examples of timber houses built by wealthy foreign traders in the 18th century. Optional excursions offer a variety of experiences from hikes to tastings of local food.
Day 14 : Reykjavik, Iceland
Iceland's capital offers a lot to tempt the curiosity of its visitors. Relatively close to Reykjavik you can find glaciers, waterfalls, geysers and mountains. Reykjavik has also a vast selection of restaurants, museums and shops. The ship will arrive in the morning hours, and here your voyage ends.
DEPARTURE:
22 August, 2017
Expedition to Three Arctic Islands - PRICES : 2017
Occupancy | August 2017 | ||
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Twin | Single | ||
Polar Inside | |||
I | Early Booking from | £5,788 | £9,801 |
Brochure Price | £7,530 | £12,849 | |
Polar Outside | |||
FJ* | Early Booking from | £6,262 | £10,630 |
Brochure Price | £8,161 | £13,954 | |
N | Early Booking from | £6,836 | £11,635 |
Brochure Price | £8,927 | £15,294 |
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Arctic Superior | |||
U | Early Booking from | £7,621 | £13,008 |
Brochure Price | £9,973 | £17,123 |
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F | Early Booking from | £8,712 | £14,917 |
Brochure Price | £11,429 | £19,671 |
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Expedition Suite | |||
M | Early Booking from | £9,457 | £18,445 |
Brochure Price | £12,422 | £24,374 |
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MG | Early Booking from | £11,709 | £22,948 |
Brochure Price | £15,424 | £30,377 |
- Save up to 25% when booking before 30 November, 2016. Be aware that Hurtigruten has a flexible pricing system and the early booking prices are capacity controlled. Prices may change at any time before departure date, the applicable price will be quoted at the time of booking.
YOUR HURTIGRUTEN VOYAGE PRICE INCLUDES :
- • Hurtigruten Expedition Voyage in cabin grade of your choice on a full board basis.
- • Economy flight Oslo to Longyearbyen.
- • Transfers from airport to hotel in Longyearbyen.
- • One hotel night in Longyearbyen including breakfast.
- • Transfer hotel to ship in Longyearbyen including two-course lunch and excursion.
- • Wind and waterproof jacket.
- • Landings in Polarcirkel boats and activities on board and ashore.
- • Professional English speaking Expedition team that gives lectures as well as accompany landings and activities.
- • Free tea and coffee.
NOT INCLUDED :
- • International flights
- • Travel insurance
- • Luggage handling
- • Optional excursions
- • Gratuities
NOTES :
- • Prices are in £s per person.
- • All planned landings are subject to weather and ice conditions.
- • All itineraries are subject to change.
- • Rubber boots rental service on board free of charge.
ADD A FLIGHT PACKAGE - Price from £362 per person
FLIGHT PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES :
- • Flight in Economy class from London to Oslo and Reykjavik to London including current taxes and charges.
- • Transfer ship to airport in Reykjavik.
NOT INCLUDED :
- • Travel insurance.
- • Regional departures and upgrades may be available at extra cost.
Excursions (Pre-bookable)
Starting Point | Excursion Name | Booking Code | Price from pp |
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Ísafjörður | Vigur Paradise Island | G-ISA3 | £85 |
Savour the Flavour of Sudereyri | G-ISA5 | £72 | |
Horse Riding in Thingeyri | G-ISA7 | £134 |