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20 Night Grand Greenland Farthest North to Thule and Kane Basin Cruise and Land Tour

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20 Night Grand Greenland Farthest North to Thule and Kane Basin Cruise and Land Tour

From Reykjavik, (Iceland) to Reykjavik, (Iceland)

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MS Fridtjof Nansen
HX Hurtigruten Expeditions
3 Stars

Cruise #: 13957354

Sail Date: Tuesday, Jul 29, 2025

Return Date: Monday, Aug 18, 2025

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Oceanview		$14,406
Balcony		Call to Book1-800-427-8473
Suite		$18,659

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20 Night Grand Greenland Farthest North to Thule and Kane Basin Cruise and Land Tour

Land Segment of Itinerary

Tuesday - Jul 29, 2025

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Reykjavik, Iceland

Explore the world's northernmost capital. Your adventure begins with an overnight stay in Reykjavik. Reykjavik is a laid-back city of art, culture, and history. Exploring this delightful place is well worth your time. Stroll past the boutiques and outdoor shops along Laugavegur, gaze in awe at the striking Hallgrimskirkja Church and drop into the fascinating Reykjavik Art Museum. If you have time, consider booking a Pre-Program to discover some of Iceland's natural highlights before your cruise begins. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Wednesday - Jul 30, 2025

Day
2

Reykjavik, Iceland

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Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Day 2 - Wednesday - Jul 30, 2025

Day
2

Cruise Begins

Nuuk, Greenland

Welcome to the capital of Greenland. You'll have an early start today as we depart Reykjavik and fly to Nuuk. Nuuk is Greenland's colorful and compact capital. With a population of fewer than 20,000, it has a striking mix of old and modern buildings. If historical buildings pique your interest, head down to the old part of town by the waterfront, where you'll find Nuuk Cathedral and the statue of Hans Egede standing on a hill. You'll see the beautiful Mother of the Sea statue standing in juxtaposition to the water below. Your expedition ship awaits you in the harbor. After being welcomed aboard and collecting your complimentary expedition jacket, it's time to settle into your cabin and enjoy your first dinner onboard. ...
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Thursday - Jul 31, 2025

Day
3

Cruising Ilulissat / Disko Bay, Greenland

Cruising Ilulissat / Disko Bay, Greenland

Getting ready for adventure. Sailing towards the Arctic Circle, you'll have time to get acquainted with the AECO rules and recommendations regarding operations and landings in the fragile Arctic environment. Make sure you attend these mandatory presentations if you want to join planned landings as we head north. You will also have time to settle in, enjoy the ship's state-of-the-art facilities, and join the first lectures on Greenland-related topics, including the Citizen Science projects run onboard the ship. At some point during the sailing, we will cross the Arctic Circle, entering the lands of the Midnight Sun at the height of summer. ...
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Friday - Aug 1, 2025

Day
4

Jakobshavn, Greenland

See the jaw-dropping beauty of nature's artworks. Today, we reach Disko Bay, a haven for whales and other wildlife. The water here is dotted with icebergs in many shapes and sizes, and they all come from one place - the Ilulissat Icefjord. This spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site regularly tops the list of things to see and do in Greenland. Today, you'll find out why. Enjoy the scenery as you walk along the wooden gangway to the breathtaking icefjord. Marvel at giant icebergs floating placidly in the deep blue water as they take on different hues of white, gray, and blue. All photographers, regardless of skill, will return to the ship with enviable images. Back in pretty Ilulissat, visit the Icefjord Centre to learn about the ice in this fascinating area. You can also go on a hike to Sermermiut to take in incredible views. ...
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Saturday - Aug 2, 2025

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5

Uummannaq, Greenland

Entering through the gateway to the north. Beyond the Nuussuaq peninsula, distances start to mean everything, because it's here that Greenland's 'Far North' begins. At this latitude, life proceeds at a slower pace. Weather and ice conditions run the show, and any successful landing that we attempt depends on the ability of the captain to safely navigate waterways - especially when a summer fog descends. All in all, it's the perfect setting for our expedition. The beauty of the land and the relative productivity of the environment here have attracted people since the first settlers came down the coast more than 4,000 years ago. Intriguing archeological sites are silent witnesses to the ability of Arctic people to thrive in such a harsh environment. It is in this area that the famed Qilakitsoq mummies were discovered. Potential activities around here include stops at small communities such as Uummannaq - a beautiful island town with a heart-shaped mountain - or Ukkusissat. We may visit the archeological site of Qilakitsoq, go on nature landings, or attempt ice-cruising in the inner fjords with the small boats (RIBs). ...
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Sunday - Aug 3, 2025

Day
6

Uummannaq, Greenland

Monday - Aug 4, 2025

Day
7

Melville Bay, Greenland

Relax and learn at sea. We'll spend the day on the open seas crossing Melville Bay. This is a huge bay bordering the icy coast of Lauge Koch, where the ice caps meet the sea. Known by the locals as Qimusseriarsuaq, meaning 'The Great Dog Sledding Place', the bay was renamed by British explorers after Robert Dundas, 2nd Viscount Melville, in the mid-19th century. Enjoy your day as we sail well beyond 70 degrees north. Relax onboard, join the Expedition Team out on deck as they watch for wildlife, and learn more about the Arctic with the ongoing series of lectures on topics such as nature, geology, and mythology. ...
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Tuesday - Aug 5, 2025

Day
8

Smith Sound, Canada

Wednesday - Aug 6, 2025

Day
9

Kane Basin

Thursday - Aug 7, 2025

Day
10

Nares Strait

Exploring Thule and the Kane Basin. From now on, we'll be exploring as far north as we can get, taking in the Thule and Kane Basin regions. The 'farthest north' has been a magnet for polar explorers ever since the North Pole became known to Arctic travelers. For decades, this abstract latitudinal concept became the measure of success for many northbound expeditions. High-latitude records were achieved elsewhere until Captain Nares sailed past Thule and opened the path to the pole itself. Explorers like Elisha Kane, Adolphus Greely, Robert Peary, and Frederick Cook also came that way and guaranteed for themselves a name in polar history and on Arctic maps. During the next week, we will be sailing in their wake. Ice and weather permitting, we will explore the Thule region of northwest Greenland, cross the Smith Sound into Kane Basin, and make our way toward the Nares Strait between Greenland and Ellesmere Island. How far north we will get is entirely dependent on the ice conditions we encounter. You'll witness the raw beauty of the High Arctic well beyond the world humans can inhabit. With an extreme climate year-round, changeable sea ice conditions, and poorly charted waters, we're guaranteed to face challenging sailing conditions that are only within the reach of modern expedition vessels like MS Fridtjof Nansen. On our way north, we aim to visit local communities, go on nature landings in our small boats (RIBs), sail through icy channels, and - with a bit of luck - spot some of the giants of the Arctic, including walruses, orcas, narwhals, belugas, and perhaps even polar bears. ...
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Friday - Aug 8, 2025

Day
11

Captain's Choice, United States

Saturday - Aug 9, 2025

Day
12

Captain's Choice, United States

Sunday - Aug 10, 2025

Day
13

Captain's Choice, United States

Monday - Aug 11, 2025

Day
14

Captain's Choice, United States

Tuesday - Aug 12, 2025

Day
15

Baffin Island, Canada

Relax as we sail south again. We are now sailing south again, as our adventures in the north are complete. Days at sea are the perfect time to relax onboard, chatting with new friends in the Expedition Lounge & Bar, catching up on any lectures you may have missed, and enjoying leisurely lunches. If you haven't tried out the hot tubs yet, now is your chance. There's something magical about bathing in warm water as icebergs drift past! Out on deck, the Expedition Team will keep up their wildlife watch every day, and guest lecturers will continue to reveal new and interesting information about Greenland, the Arctic, and other topics related to our cruise. Feel free to join in any of the Citizen Science projects that are running - they're engaging and fun, and you'll be contributing something useful to global research. ...
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Wednesday - Aug 13, 2025

Day
16

Baffin Island, Canada

Thursday - Aug 14, 2025

Day
17

Sisimiut, Greenland

Visit modern towns on the edge of the wilderness. The central west coast of Greenland is a land of contrasts. It's home to some of the longest fjords in the country and a sprinkling of settlements, including the second-largest town on the island. However, the vastness of the land makes this stretch of the coast a sparsely populated region, where huge distances are the norm, and the sense of remoteness and isolation is just a part of daily life. On our journey south, we'll visit communities where traditions are still alive, including Sisimiut, which lies 25 miles north of the Arctic Circle. This modern town has grown up alongside very ancient remains that date back more than 4,000 years. If you want to learn more about the ancient Saqqaq culture, make sure to visit the interesting local museum. If you're looking for a special souvenir, pick up a scarf, hat, or mittens made of qiviut, the inner wool of a musk ox, said to be ten times warmer than sheep wool. ...
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Friday - Aug 15, 2025

Day
18

Captain's Choice, United States

Saturday - Aug 16, 2025

Day
19

Captain's Choice, United States

Sunday - Aug 17, 2025

Day
20

Nuuk, Greenland

Cruise Ends

Land Segment of Itinerary

Day 20 - Sunday - Aug 17, 2025

Day
20

Air Travel

Reykjavik, Iceland

A small capital in a grandiose setting. Today, as we arrive at Nuuk, you will say a fond farewell to MS Fridtjof Nansen, her crew, the Expedition Team, and the new friends you will have made. The lively capital of Greenland is a metropolis compared to all other towns you have visited in the country over the last couple of weeks. If you have time before flying back home, it is a fascinating window onto modern Greenland. From here, you'll catch a flight back to Reykjavik, taking with you a wealth of fantastic memories that will last a lifetime. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Monday - Aug 18, 2025

Day
21

Reykjavik, Iceland

See more of Iceland's capital. Your adventure concludes in Reykjavik, giving you another chance to explore Iceland's stylish capital. If you want to discover more, you can join an optional Post-Program before heading home. Or simply extend your stay to enjoy more of Reykjavik and its surrounding geothermal attractions. ...
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