
Embark on an epic 24-day discovery of showstopping scenery, fascinating cultures and Arctic wildlife as we circumnavigate Iceland before heading to pristine west-coast Greenland.
The land of ice and fire … and elves
Starting your expedition in Iceland’s culture-rich capital Reykjavik, you’ll journey north to commence your circumnavigation of the country. You’ll call at breathtaking Stykkishólmur, the tranquil fishing village of Patreksfjördur and Iceland’s second city Akureyri.
Heading onto Grimsey, you’ll cross the Arctic Circle before continuing to Bakkagerði, where elves are said to dwell. With soaring rhyolite peaks and the majestic Dyrfjöll mountain, it’s a stunning location. Finally, you’ll explore Iceland’s Pompeii, Heimaey, before arriving back in Reykjavik.
Spectacular west Greenland
From there, you’ll cross the Denmark Strait just as the Vikings did, arriving at colourful Qaqortoq. Here, you’ll meet the friendly locals, visit your first Greenlandic fjord, the Kvanefjord, and set out on a wildlife exploration day. Heading onto Maniitsoq, the ‘Venice of Greenland, and ancient Sisimiut, you’ll arrive at the jaw-dropping Ilulissat Ice Fjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Real expedition awaits in the vast Disko Bay as we explore the untouched wilderness and Arctic nature of the Vaigat Sound and the enchanting Evighed Fjord, the “Fjord of Eternity”. Continuing on to Nuuk, Greenland’s photogenic capital, you’ll also stop at eerie Ivittut and beautiful Prince Christian Sound, before completing your adventure where it all began, in Reykjavik.
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Day 1
Reykjavík
The start of the expedition
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Day 2
Stykkishólmur - Full day
Welcome to Sagaland
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Day 3
Patreksfjördur - Full day
The fjord of St Patrick
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Day 4
Northwest Iceland
Northwest Iceland
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Day 5
Akureyri - Full day
Capital of the north
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Day 6
Grimsey - Full day
Step across the Arctic Circle
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Day 7
Bakkagerði - Full day
The land of the elves
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Day 8
Heimaey - Full day
Iceland`s Pompeii
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Day 9
Reykjavík
Pause - beginning the next leg of the journey
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Day 10-11
At Sea
Crossing the Denmark Strait
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Day 12
Qaqortoq - Full day
Picture-perfect Greenlandic town
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Day 13
Kvanefjord
Exploration day Kvanefjord
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Day 14
Maniitsoq - Full day
The ‘Venice of Greenland’
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Day 15
Sisimiut - Full day
Fur, fox holes and outdoor fun
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Day 16
Ilulissat - Full day
Icefjord - UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Day 17
Vaigat Sound - Full day
Probing the Vaigat Sound
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Day 18
Evighed Fjord - Full day
Exploration day at ‘Eternity Fjord’
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Day 19
Nuuk - Full day
The photogenic capital of Greenland
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Day 20
Ivittuut - Half day
Muskoxen and a Norse settlement
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Day 21
Prince Christian Sound
A river of melted ice
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Day 22-23
Irminger Sea
Heading back to Iceland
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Day 24
Reykjavík
The end of this saga – until the next one
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What's included
Included in your voyage
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurants Aune and Fredheim
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to use at water refill stations on board
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included excursions
Onboard Activities
- Experts on the Expedition Team deliver in-depth lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- Citizen Science program allows guests to assist with live scientific research
- Professional onboard photographer gives top tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
- Use of the ship’s hot tubs, panoramic sauna, outdoor and indoor gyms, and outdoor running track
- Informal gatherings with the crew such as daily recaps and preparation for the day to come
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats
- Loan of boots, trekking poles, and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition Photographers help with your camera settings
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
- Optional treatments in the wellness and spa area
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities expected
MS Fridtjof Nansen
Year built | 2020 |
Shipyard | Kleven Yards, Norway |
Passenger capacity | 528 (500 in Antarctica) |
Gross tonnage | 20 889 T |
Length | 140 m |
Beam | 23,6 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
MS Fridtjof Nansen is the latest addition to Hurtigruten’s fleet of custom built ships – and the next generation expedition ship. She will explore some of the most spectacular corners of the globe.
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