Scandinavia Ferries » The Heart of Greenland
The Heart of Greenland– Greenland, Arctic Ocean –9 days / 8 nights, aboard M/S Fram, Kangerlussuaq - Sisimiut - Qeqertarsuaq - Uummannaq - Ukkusissat - Eqip Sermia - Ilulissat - Itilleq - KangerlussuaqThe Disko Bay expedition along Greenland's west coast is a fascinating exploration of the Inuit culture and the remarkable land that they inhabit. Accessible only by boat, the small settlements evoke the very essence of Greenlandic culture. Set against a spectacular landscape of Icebergs in all shapes and sizes, dramatic calving glaciers, huge basalt mountains bathed in the light of the Midnight Sun, they provide you with an unforgettable journey.
| MG | M | F | U | N | FJ | I |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10,289 | $9,823; $8,982 | $8,329 | $7,862 | $7,862 | $7,395 |
Prices are in USD per person, double occupancy, subject to withdrawal, valid for North, South and Central American residents only and subject to change without notice.
| Operation | June 10 - July 1, 2012 |
| Departure | June 10, 17, 24, 2012 July 1, 2012 |
| Price | From $7,395 per person, inside cabin I |
| Included | Voyage aboard M/S Fram in select cabin of your choice Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner) Suites include a selection of drinks with meals onboard and Flights in business class Copenhagen - Kangerlussuaq Airport taxes Roundtrip economy class flights, Copenhagen - Kangerlussuaq Transfers in Kangerlussuaq Excursions in Kangerlussuaq Wind and water proof jacket Landings Polarcirkel boats Lectures by Expedition team Free Tea and Coffee CD Log |
| Not Included | International flightsAirport taxes & Air fuel surcharges Optional shore excursions Gratuities Luggage handling Personal insurance / personal items $25 Service fee |
| Tour Options | Optional shore excursions |
| More Information | Essential Information m/s Fram cabin plan |
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Day 1 COPENHAGEN - KANGERLUSSUAQ - EMBARKATION (D) Begin your Greenland experience in Copenhagen with our specially chartered flight to Kangerlussuaq, the main gateway to Greenland. Situated close to the majestic inland ice that covers more than 80 % of Greenland, this desert-like place is home to only 600 people.
Onboard M/S Fram
Day 2 SISIMIUT (B, L, D) Sisimiut is the second largest community in Greenland. Here you’ll find fishing trawlers, a shipyard and a busy fish processing factory. We recommend a visit to the arts and crafts workshop close to the pier. Here you may watch the local craftsmen create traditional jewellery and purchase local souvenirs.
Onboard M/S Fram
Day 3 QEQERTARSUAQ (B, L, D) Qeqertarsuaq is situated on the old volcanic island of Disko and plays host to the Arctic Station, part of Copenhagen University, studying flora, fauna and the climate. Enjoy a stroll along the beach with its grounded icebergs or join the highly recommended walking tour to Blæsedalen, an area rich in high Arctic flora.
Onboard M/S Fram
Day 4 UUMMANNAQ - UKKUSISSAT (B, L, D) The town of Uummannaq is situated in scenic surroundings at the foot of a 1170m heart-shaped mountain. Here, you may join a walking tour, or just stroll around this beautiful town on your own. In the evening we will be calling on Ukkusissat, a traditional hunting and fishing settlement of about 190 welcoming inhabitants.
Onboard M/S Fram
Day 5 EQIP SERMIA GLACIER (B, L, D) The five kilometre glacier front of Eqip Sermia is constantly calving icebergs. Here you will have an outstanding possibility to experience the glacier and sense the grandeur of nature.
Onboard M/S Fram
Day 6 ILULISSAT (B, L, D) Ilulissat means iceberg in Greenlandic, and this town lives up to its name. The most productive glacier in the Northern Hemisphere, Sermeq Kujalleq feeds enormous bergs into the Ilulissat Icefjord. As a result this area is an UNE SCO's list of World Heritage sites.
Onboard M/S Fram
Day 7 ITILLEQ (B, L, D) This small isolated settlement close to the Arctic Circle is home to about 130 inhabitants who make their living by traditional fishing and hunting. Itilleq always welcomes us for an active stay in their settlement to give us a closer understanding of their culture.
Onboard M/S Fram
Day 8 KANGERLUSSUAQ - DISEMBARKATION (B) In the early 1960's 27 Musk oxen were introduced to Kangerlussuaq from north east Greenland and today their numbers are over 10,000. We will have time for a closer look at the area before our evening flight to Copenhagen.
Day 9 COPENHAGEN Arrive Copenhagen early in the morning for your connection back home.