Arctic Express Canada: The Heart of the Northwest Passage

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duration 9 days
tour type Group Request as private
age requirement 18-95 yrs
max group size 199
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-31883
Footprint Carbonneutral CO₂ emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
Operated in English

Starts Toronto, Canada
Ends Calgary, Canada

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Explore the highlights of Lancaster Sound
Search for iconic Arctic wildlife, such as Polar bears and Musk ox
Cruise in a Zodiac to get up close to glaciers, fjords, icebergs and more
Visit Inuit communities and learn about their traditions and customs
Travel in a small expedition vessel
Enjoy flightseeing and heli landings with Ultramarine’s two onboard helicopters
Accompanied by extremely qualified Expedition Staff
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The trip "Arctic Express Canada: The Heart Of The Northwest Passage" starts in Toronto and ends in Calgary. It is a polar expeditions and cruise trip that takes 9 days taking you through Calgary, Resolute and Devon Island in Canada. "Arctic Express Canada: The Heart Of The Northwest Passage" is a guided group trip that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

The quest for trade routes to the Far East inspired much of the age of exploration of North America, with the promise of the Northwest Passage its elusive jewel. On Arctic Express Canada, discover the great sea route at the top of the world—that obsessed explorers for centuries—on our new expedition ship Ultramarine, which allows you a journey no traditional vessel could offer: immersing yourself in the full Arctic experience while getting back home a week and a half later.

Nature and wildlife are the guides on this voyage as you explore the region’s diverse treasures. The Arctic’s stark beauty offers an unforgettable backdrop, while Quark Expeditions’ world-class team provides the knowledge and insight to help you connect with the region’s unique history and geography. Ultramarine’s two twin-engine helicopters, 20-quick-launching Zodiacs and unprecedented mix of on-ship amenities and off-ship adventure options will deliver an unrivalled Arctic experience no one else can.

ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Start Calgary, Canada
Day 2: Fly to Resolute and embark
Day 3 - 7: Exploring Canada's High Arctic
Day 8: Disembark in Resolute, fly to Calgary
Day 9: End Calgary

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

All accommodation

Meals

Beer and house wine during dinner

Transport

All transport and listed activities
Mandatory transfer package including return charter flights between Calgary and Resolute
We can include flights from the UK. Please contact us for a quote.

Others

All meals while on the ship
Full complement of qualified Expedition Staff

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Travel insurance
Single accommodation (available on request)
Visas or vaccinations

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Arctic Express Canada: The Heart of the Northwest Passage tour. You can cancel the tour up to 93 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 92 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 12 August 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 12 August 2024, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 92 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Arctic Express Canada: The Heart of the Northwest Passage 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 Arctic Express Canada: The Heart of the Northwest Passage 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.

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 protocols have been adhered to.
Group sizes are kept small to maintain a low risk ‘small group bubble’, with an average of 10 guests in each group.
Hygiene safety measures and distancing will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
Several COVID-19 distancing measures have been adopted on this package tour to keep travellers safe.
All travellers will be required to be fully vaccinated no less than two weeks prior to travel.

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