East Greenland and Iceland Northern Lights

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  • No booking fees
  • duration 12 days
  • tour type Group Request as private
  • age requirement 8-99 yrs
  • max group size 132
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-23362
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Reykjavik, Iceland
  • Ends Reykjavik, Iceland
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Sail through the icebergs of Scoresbysund in the Greenland Sea – the largest and arguably the most beautiful fjord system on the planet. 
  • Explore Northeast Greenland over seven full days at sea, which possible landing sites and activities including hiking in Denmark Island, witnessing the beauty of Northeast Greenland National Park and wildlife spotting in C. Hofmann Halvo.
  • Keep an eye out for the Northern Lights in Ittoqqortoormiit – about 500 people call this northern settlement home and it's known as one of the best places for spotting the aurora borealis. 
  • Wander Reykjavik at your own pace with some free time to begin your Arctic adventure. Visit the many museums, cathedrals and galleries or indulge in one of the famous streetside hot dogs.
  • Find home on the Ocean Adventurer. When you're not making on land expeditions or watching for marine wildlife on the deck, you can indulge in the many onboard features. Hit the gym, relax in the outdoor jacuzzi or hang out in the lounge.  
The trip "East Greenland And Iceland Northern Lights" starts from and ends in Reykjavik. This is a polar expeditions and cruise tour that takes 12 days. You will travel through Iceland, Arctic and Greenland and visit Ittoqqortoormiit, Reykjavik and Westfjords. This is a guided group trip that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

An Arctic expedition through East Greenland and Iceland is the perfect opportunity to mix nature and culture. From the spectacular icebergs of Scoresbysund, often touted as the world’s most beautiful fjords in the world, to the largest bird cliff in Europe, which is cluttered with cute puffins and other seabirds, there’s something to satisfy every outdoors-y type. And then, the surprising culture and history of this remote region – from meeting the Inuit people and learning about their way of life to the quaint island of Flatey where you can visit a church sporting a mural of Jesus in a classic Icelandic sweater.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Reykjavik
  • Day 2: Reykjavik
  • Day 3: At sea
  • Day 4-10: Exploring Northeast Greenland
  • Day 11: At Sea
  • Day 12: Reykjavik
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • Hotel (1 night), Expedition cruise ship (10 nights)
Meals
  • 11 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches, 9 Dinners
Transport
  • Ship , Zodiac
Guide
  • An expert tour leader
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Any international flights to/from Reykjavik are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
  • Travel insurance is not included in this East Greenland and Iceland Northern Lights tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
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REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
  • Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
  • Protected Travel within your own bubble.
  • Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
  • Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
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GOOD TO KNOW Download trip notes
CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this East Greenland and Iceland Northern Lights tour. You can cancel the tour up to 123 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 122 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 29 July 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 29 July 2024, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 122 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

East Greenland and Iceland Northern Lights tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this East Greenland and Iceland Northern Lights tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

Is this trip right for you
  • As you’d expect, temperatures in the Arctic are very cold. A warm parka will be provided along with waterproof boots and unlimited hot drinks, but you should also bring base layers and lots of warm clothing. Please see the Essential Trip Information for further important details about what to bring.
  • Weather depending, you will be making regular excursions in a Zodiac boat to explore the local area and look for wildlife. It can get very cold and wet on the Zodiac, so make sure you are dressed appropriately and that you keep your camera safe and dry. Sturdy sea legs are needed as you make wet and dry landings from the boat, and on steep terrain, snow and other uneven surfaces. Some ships also have a lot of stairs.
  • The weather plays a pivotal part in this adventure and although there’s an itinerary in place, there are no guarantees that you’ll be able to do everything that is planned for. A level of flexibility and openness to embracing the unexpected are important in expedition travel, especially to such a remote area.
  • This trip takes places during the time of year that Spitsbergen enjoys 24-hour daylight. Just one of the benefits of this is that incredible wildlife can be seen at any time of the day – be prepared to be woken at any time so as to not miss out on exciting animal sightings.
  • Polar bears are one of the most incredible and appealing animals on the planet, but they are also powerful predators with little fear of humans. Therefore, it’s necessary to be aware of the guidelines surrounding any contact with Polar bears. Follow your leader’s instructions and do not stray from your group.
COVID VACCINATION POLICY
  • Proof of vaccination against COVID-19 is no longer mandatory on departures after 1st January 2023. Nonetheless, all travellers are strongly advised to be vaccinated as a safety measure to protect themselves and others on the tour. This policy excludes all Polar trips and select adventure cruises, where testing and vaccination are required.
  • Also, proof of vaccination may still be required at specific entry points or by the airlines. Therefore, please make sure to check all the travel requirements carefully before travelling.
For Solo Travelers
  • This tour offers a twin share option where solo travellers will be paired with other similar travellers of the same gender in a room. If such twin share options are fully booked/unavailable for your chosen departure date you will be offered either a single room at an additional fee, if available, or a full refund.
COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene global standardised protocols have been adopted.
  • Hygiene and safety guidelines will be followed to ensure your well being is looked after during travels.
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