
Greenland Summer Explorer - Cruising Under the Midnight Sun
Greenland Summer Explorer - Cruising Under the Midnight Sun
Greenland’s fjords and colourful settlements
Remote settlements and beautiful nature
Set out from Iceland and explore places along the south and west coasts of Greenland, from peaceful villages to bustling towns and cities. Meet the local people and have unforgettable experiences with them, perhaps including a traditional kaffemik social gathering.
Phenomenal fjords under the Midnight Sun
See some of the country’s most picturesque fjords and inlets, including Evighed Fjord and Prince Christian Sound. In true adventure style, your capable Expedition Team will find the best places to land, whether we’re scouting for wildlife at Kvanefjord or approaching a glacier at Vaigat Sound.
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Day 1
Reykjavík , Iceland
Cosmopolitan Reykjavík
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Day 2-3
Denmark Strait
Crossing the Denmark Strait
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Day 4-6
South Greenland
South Greenland
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Day 7-8
Arctic Circle
Arctic Circle
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Day 9-12
North Greenland and Disko Bay
North Greenland and Disko Bay
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Day 13
Evighed fjord
Beguiling Evighed fjord
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Day 14
Nuuk
Nuuk, Greenland's capital
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Day 15-17
South Greenland
South Greenland
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Day 18-19
Greenland
Reflections of Greenland
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Day 20
Reykjavík
Return to Reykjavík
Departures
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Current offers on this cruise:
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Solo Traveller Offer
Solo travellers who prefer their own space while still travelling with others, have the opportunity to save on select voyages departing in 2023. For a limited time, pay no single supplement if you book one of the below expedition cruises.This offer applies to a selection of departures that you can find on each voyage page.See Special Offer
What's included
Included in your voyage
Expedition Cruise
- A stay in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages* in Restaurants Aune and Fredheim
- À la carte Restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
- Complimentary reusable water bottle
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
Please note there is very limited Wi-Fi and phone signal in the remote areas we travel to and streaming is not supported.
*House beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water
Onboard Activities
- In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by experts on the Expedition Team
- Full use of our Science Center, extensive library and advanced biological and geological equipment
- Citizen Science programme where you can assist with live scientific research
- Photography tips and techniques for capturing landscape and wildlife from our onboard professional photographer
- Use of ship's hot tubs, panoramic sauna, indoor and outdoor gym
- Informal gatherings with the crew for daily briefings
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 on hand to assist you
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please make sure you meet your entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities expected
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
MS Maud
Year built | 2003 |
Shipyard | Fosen Mek. Verk. (N) |
Passenger capacity | 528 (500 in Antarctica) |
Beds | 500 |
Gross tonnage | 16,151 T |
Length | 135,75 m |
Beam | 21.5 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
Formerly the MS Midnatsol, the MS Maud is well-suited for expedition cruising.
Practical information
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