Greenland Disko Bay Discovered - 6 Days
Greenland Disko Bay Discovered - 6 Days
Greenland Disko Bay Discovered - 6 Days
6 Days Starting in Reykjavik and ending in Kangerlussuaq
Visiting: Reykjavík, Sisimiut, Disko Island, Eqip Sermia, Ilulissat, Sarfannguit, Kangerlussuaq
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2284/GDBD
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 198
Age range:
12 or above
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Discover the icey wonders of Greenland on this 6-day expedition cruise which takes in magical fjords, rumbling glaciers and remote towns. Cruise past giant icebergs in Disko Bay, look out for whales and other marine life breaching the waves and sail up close to the Eqip Sermia Glacier. Explore Ilulissat, the tiny settlement of Itilleq and Greenland's 'second city' of Sisimiut.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Reykjavik
Location: Reykjavík
Accommodation: Ocean Atlantic
Meals Included: Dinner
Reykjavik - Kangerlussuaq (Greenland). Welcome to Iceland. We won't be stopping for long, as we board our included flight from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq, one of the main settlements on Greenland, with a population of around 500.
On arrival, you'll be transferred to the port where our ship, Ocean Atlantic, is waiting. After embarkation, there's time to settle into your cabins before we set sail through the Kangerlussuaq fjord.
Facilities aboard the Ocean Atlantic include a spacious restaurant serving international cuisine, two bars, a comfortable lounge area, and a library. Relax in the sauna or work out in the gym. There is also a lecture theatre where you can learn more about this part of the world. All of your meals onboard are included, and you can enjoy free snacks, tea and coffee. From the top deck you can keep your eyes peeled for marine life and watch sea birds swooping and wheeling over the ship.
Day 2 : Exploring Sisimiut
Location: Sisimiut
Accommodation: Ocean Atlantic ship
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kangerlussuaq - Sisimiut. This morning we dock at Sisimiut, Greenland's 'second city'. Enjoy a guided tour to highlights of the settlement including the historical colonial quarter, 18th century Blue Church and the oldest house in town, which dates back to 1756, when Count Johan Ludvig Holstein established a colony here.
After our tour, we set sail, heading north towards Disko Bay. Cruising on magical fjords, we pass small villages and towns on the coast. Keep your eyes peeled from the observation deck in search of whales and dolphins. As we are now in the Arctic Circle, the nights will be bright, and you can spot gigantic icebergs from the nearby Ilulissat Icefjord floating by in the midnight sun.
Day 3 : Disko Island & Eqip Sermia Glacier
Location: Disko Island, Eqip Sermia
Accommodation: Ocean Atlantic ship
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sisimiut - Qeqertarsuaq - Eqip Sermia Glacier. Today we dock at the southern tip of Disko Island, in the natural harbour of Qeqertarsuaq. The town has a rich history, and was once an economic hub for the now-banned whaling industry. During our visit, we wander through town, taking in the octagonal church and a local community centre where we join a traditional Greenlandic "kaffemik" - a friendly gathering of the locals with coffee, cake and traditional music.
After a day of exploring Qeqertarsuaq, we set sail once again and head to the impressive Eqip Sermia Glacier, as far north as we will go on our trip. We'll get as close as we can to this giant sheet of ice, wary of giant icebergs breaking off and crashing into the sea below.
Day 4 : Ilulissat
Location: Ilulissat
Accommodation: Ocean Atlantic ship
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Eqip Sermia Glacier - Ilulissat. This morning we dock at Ilulissat, which literally translates to 'icebergs' in Greenlandic. There's an optional excursion to the UNESCO-listed Icefjord, where the enormous Sermeq Kujalleq Glacier calves icebergs at a rate of around 20 million tonnes per day. You may instead choose to take a helicopter ride over the Icefjord, which must be booked in advance.
Alternatively, you can explore Ilulissat, which is more than 250 years old. Approximately 4,500 people call the town home and it is a very welcoming and lively place to explore. Later in the day we leave Ilulissat behind and head out of Disko Bay to begin our return journey south.
Day 5 : The Tiny Settlement Of Sarfannguit
Location: Sarfannguit
Accommodation: Ocean Atlantic ship
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ilulissat - Sarfannguit. Our port of call today is the tiny remote settlement of Sarfannguit. The hardy inhabitants here maintain a traditional Inuit lifestyle of hunting, trapping and fishing, although modern amenities such as internet and smartphones have made life easier.
Colourful houses covering the hillside with views across the water make this a little town a beautiful place to stop and thanks to good caribou hunting and fishing opportunities the settlement is relatively well off. Sarfannguit means 'small streams' in Greenlandic and is located on an island of the same name. On a walk though the village we will discover more about rural life in this challenging part of the world before returning to the ship. Setting sail, we head back towards Kangerlussuaq, taking in amazing views of the surrounding high mountains and steep valleys.
Day 6 : Kangerlussuaq
Location: Kangerlussuaq
Meals Included: Breakfast
Itilleq - Kangerlussuaq - Reykjavik (Iceland). This morning we arrive back in Kangerlussuaq and it's time to disembark the Ocean Atlantic. There's an included flight back to Reykjavik, Iceland, where your tour comes to an end.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Ocean Atlantic expedition cruise ship -
5 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 5 dinners
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5 nights aboard the Ocean Atlantic expedition cruise ship in a shared outside double cabin with private facilities
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Return flights from Keflavik - Kangerlussuaq
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Transfer from Kangerlussuaq airport to the port on day 1
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Services of the ship captain and crew, expedition team and English-speaking guides at sights of interest
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All guided sightseeing and excursions as per itinerary
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Full board on the ship, afternoon snacks, free tea and coffee daily
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Taxes and tariffs
What's Not Included
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Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
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International flights and visa
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Any meals not onboard the ship & any drinks (excluding tea and coffee)
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Pre and post tour accommodation, plus any airport or port transfers
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Optional excursions
Age Policy
12 or above
Check out our Q&As
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Transfer from Kangerlussuaq airport to the port on day 1
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
Ocean Atlantic expedition cruise ship
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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