Wilderness and Ancient Cultures from Iceland to Canada
Wilderness and Ancient Cultures from Iceland to Canada
Sailing currents once travelled by Vikings, you’ll go on an adventure from Iceland to Canada, discovering scenic landscapes and pre-Inuit culture in Greenland on your way. Explore rarely experienced Torngat Mountains National Park along the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador before visiting the remote Inuit village of Makkovik and former Viking settlement at L’Anse aux Meadows.
Heritage and scenery in Greenland
Your adventure starts in Reykjavik, the world’s northernmost capital city. Sailing west through the Denmark Strait, we’ll reach Greenland and the island of Skjoldungen. Learn about the Thule people who once lived here and who were the ancestors of all modern Inuit. Depending on sea ice, we'll then attempt to sail through spectacular Prince Christian Sound before continuing to Canada.
Torngat Mountains National Park
Arriving in Northern Labrador, you’ll start by exploring Torngat Mountains National Park, a haven for caribou, black bears, foxes, golden eagles and even polar bears. It is also the ancestral home of the Labrador Inuit people and their predecessors. Only accessible by sea or plane, the park receives less than 600 people each year. You’ll be one of them. Sailing south, you’ll arrive at the small village of Makkovik, inhabited by people of Inuit and European descent. Then, at L’Anse aux Meadows, you’ll visit the 1000-year-old remains of a Viking encampment. Your adventure ends in historic St. John’s, capital of Newfoundland and the oldest city in North America.
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Day 1Reykjavik, Iceland
Cosmopolitan capital
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Day 2At sea
Crossing the Denmark Strait
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Day 3Skjoldungen, Greenland
‘Paradise on earth’
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Day 4Prince Christian Sound, Greenland
'A river of melted ice’
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Day 5At sea
Heading for Canada
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Day 6-9Northern Labrador
'Place of spirits’
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Day 10Makkovik , Canada
Pulâgiagitsi! (Come visiting!)
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Day 11At sea
Science and art
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Day 12St. Anthony
For whales and Vikings
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Day 13St. John’s, Newfoundland
Full of ‘Newfie’ character
Departures
What’s included
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 restaurant Aune
- 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 activities
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 programme 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, indoor gym
- 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 before landings
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
- 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 | 530 (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.
Practical information
Sailing with MS Fridtjof Nansen
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