Arctic Express Canada: The Heart of the Northwest Passage

9 days
From $1,021/day
$9,190
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$12,407
4.7/5 Excellent
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Trip last updated: 1/1/2020
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
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Overview

Highlights

    • 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

What's this trip about?

    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.For centuries, fortune-seekers risked their lives to find the Northwest Passage, the fabled sea route running between Europe and Asia
Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range65+, 50 - 64, 36 - 49, 18 - 35
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityCalgary, Canada
End CityCalgary, Canada

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Activities

Trip includes

    • All meals while on the ship
    • Beer and house wine during dinner
    • All accommodation
    • All transport and listed activities
    • Full complement of qualified Expedition Staff
    • Mandatory transfer package including return charter flights between Calgary and Resolute
    • We can include flights from the UK. Please contact us for a quote.

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Start Calgary, Canada

Your Arctic expedition begins in Calgary. Explore this vibrant city on your own before spending the night at your well-appointed hotel.

Day 2 Fly to Resolute and embark

This morning, board your charter flight to Resolute, Nunavut. Upon arrival, you may have a chance to check out some of the town’s sites before being transferred to your ship via Zodiac or helicopter (depending on ship location and weather conditions).

Day 3 - 7 Exploring Canada's High Arctic

Winding your way around the remote islands of the Canadian High Arctic aboard Ultramarine, the newest ship in our fleet, you’ll navigate the same icy inlets, channels and bays that fascinated legendary explorers of long ago as they searched for the fabled Northwest Pa...

Day 8 Disembark in Resolute, fly to Calgary

After disembarking in Resolute, you’ll be transferred to your charter flight to Calgary, where you’ll spend the night at your included hotel.

Day 9 End Calgary

Today, make your way to the airport to catch your homeward flights, or spend the day exploring this fascinating city.

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Price per day
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Details

Group size:

Small Group - 24 max

Maximum number of people in group:

199

Trip Excludes:

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

Meals included:

All meals while on the ship included. Typical Meals The ships galley offers good quality service and cuisine throughout, with excellent chefs preparing international menus including vegetarian dishes, accompanied by a wide variety of drinks from around the world on sale. Breakfast: Buffet style – unlimited tea and coffee, a selection of fruit juices, hot options including bacon and eggs or omelettes, a selection of bread and toast and jam/honey/marmalade, fruit and cereal. Lunch: Three course set meal or buffet, or the occasional BBQ. Dinner: Three or four courses with a starter of soup and/or salad, a choice of mains with at least one vegetarian option and a dessert, with tea and coffee. Vegetarians and vegans can be well catered for on this holiday - please do inform us before departure of any special dietary requests so that our local team can be well prepared.

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