Itinerary

Reykjavik, At Sea, At Sea, Lindenow Fjord, Lindenow Fjord, Exploring West Greenland, Exploring West Greenland, Tasermiut Fjord, Tasermiut Fjord, Tasermiut Fjord, Denmark Strait, Denmark Strait, Denmark Strait, Reykjavik.

Description

Pricing based on departure date 17 August 2026

Call our representatives for pricing and availability on other departure dates.

Cruise map

Trip higlights

• Choose from the widest arrange of off-ship excursions, from relaxed camping to exciting helicopter landings
• Fly by helicopter to the Greenland Ice Sheet and set foot on the second-largest ice mass in the world
• Experience Greenlandic cultural highlights with local partners
• Visit the Kujataa UNESCO World Heritage site to learn about the intersection

Inclusions

• 1-night pre-cruise hotel stay in Reykjavik with breakfast
• Return transfers between airport, hotel & ship
• 12 nights onboard Ultramarine in a Balcony Suite
• All meals, snacks, and select beverages onboard
• Daily Zodiac excursions & shore landings
• Helicopter-supported activities (heli-landings, Ice Sheet Experience, flightseeing — weather permitting)
• Expert Expedition Team, guides & lectures
• Complimentary parka & boots for duration of voyage
• Port charges, permits & taxes

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Reykjavik

Arrive in Iceland’s capital and make your way to your included hotel. Enjoy the day exploring the city at your leisure.

Day 2: Embark Reykjavik

This afternoon, you’ll board your vessel in Reykjavik and begin your expedition. Get ready for a great adventure ahead on our technologically-advanced ship Ultramarine, which is equipped with two twin-engine helicopters and a fleet of 20 quick-launching Zodiacs to deliver unique off-ship experiences in South Greenland.

Days 3–4: At Sea (Denmark Strait)

Sail across the Denmark Strait toward Greenland. Attend expert-led briefings on wildlife, geology, and glaciology while spotting seabirds and whales along the way.

Days 5–6: The Wild East

Arrive in South Greenland’s dramatic east coast, home to towering fjords, glaciers, and abundant wildlife such as humpback whales and seabirds. Enjoy heli-landings, Zodiac cruises, and hiking in untouched icescapes like Lindenow Fjord (Kangerlussuaq).

Days 7–8: The Westlands

Explore the contrasting landscapes of the Greenland Ice Sheet and lush coastal valleys rich in Viking and Inuit heritage. Visit UNESCO-listed Kujataa, Qassiarsuk, and Erik the Red’s Brattahlíð estate. Fly by helicopter over the Ice Sheet and engage with local communities in Qassiarsuk.

Days 9–11: Arctic Patagonia

Cruise through the spectacular Prins Christian Sund, one of the world’s most scenic fjords. Visit the colorful village of Aappilattoq, meet local residents, and explore the steep-walled Tasermiut Fjord—known as “Arctic Patagonia.” Optional camping and helicopter excursions offer breathtaking glacier and mountain views.

Days 12–13: At Sea (Return Transit)

Sail back across the Denmark Strait. Relax with onboard presentations, share photos, and celebrate the journey with your Expedition Team.

Day 14: Disembark Reykjavik

Arrive in Reykjavik and disembark. A transfer to central downtown is provided for those with post-expedition stays.

Your ship: Ultramarine

Ultramarine is designed to go beyond the familiar in polar exploration, to discover new places, and immerse you in the best the region has to offer.