
Circumnavigating Iceland - The Land of Elves, Sagas and Volcanoes (Itinerary 1)
Circumnavigating Iceland - The Land of Elves, Sagas and Volcanoes (Itinerary 1)
9-Day Circular Expedition Cruise around Iceland from Reykjavík
Iceland old and new
In Reykjavík, you'll get a taste of modern Iceland, with its stylish restaurants, boutiques and galleries, and museums detailing Icelandic history and culture through the ages. On tiny islands and in coastal fishing villages, you'll hear tales of elves and epic Viking sagas.
Raw natural beauty
Discover Iceland's starkly beautiful, volcanic scenery – with active volcanoes, geysers, glaciers, mountains and waterfalls. Iceland offers among the best whale watching in Europe at this time of year, from humpbacks to belugas. And among the Arctic birdlife you'll keep an eye out for colonies of Atlantic Puffins.
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Day 1
Reykjavik
Cosmopolitan Reykjavík
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Day 2
Stykkishólmur
Snæfellsnes peninsula
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Day 3
Patreksfjördur
Beautiful Patreksfjörður
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Day 4
Northwest Iceland
The Northwestern Region
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Day 5
Akureyri
Akureyri and Goðafoss
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Day 6
Grimsey Island
Grímsey’s puffins
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Day 7
Bakkagerdi
Hike in Bakkagerði
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Day 8
Heimaey
Heimaey's explosive past
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Day 9
Reykjavik - Disembarkation
Reykjavík and beyond
Departures
2023
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January
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February
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March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
2024
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
*House beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water
†Please note there is very limited Wi-Fi and phone signal in the remote areas we travel to, and streaming is not supported.
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 ongoing scientific research
- Photography tips and techniques for capturing landscape and wildlife from our onboard professional photographer
- Use of ship's hot tubs, infinity pool, panoramic sauna, outdoor and indoor gyms, and running track
- 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 all 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
- Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area
Ships
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.
MS Fram
Year built | 2007 |
Year of refurbishment | 2022 |
Shipyard | Fincantieri, Italy |
Passenger capacity | 250 (200 in Antarctica) |
Beds | 276 |
Gross tonnage | 11 647 T |
Length | 114 m |
Beam | 20.2 m |
Speed | 13 knots |
The original Fram was the most famous explorer ship of its time, and the achievements of her expeditions are unparalleled. MS Fram brings on the heritage of the original Fram, using the most advanced technology to make her exceptionally well suited for expedition voyages in Polar Regions.
Practical information
Sailing with MS Fridtjof Nansen
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MS Fridtjof Nansen - Practical information
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Expedition Team in Iceland
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Young Explorers’ Programme: Bring your kids on board
Before you travel with MS Fridtjof Nansen
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What to pack for Expedition Cruises
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Travel requirements
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Safer together
Practical information
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