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Greenland to Svalbard expedition
Overview
Highlights (Bullets)
- See a number of large fjord systems in Greenland and on Spitsbergen
- Visit Greenland, Jan Mayen, Iceland and Spitsbergen in the same journey
- See the wildlife in the Arctic
- Enjoy an expedition under the midnight sun
Short Description
Enjoy a variety of islands in the Arctic. Explore the largest of them all, Greenland, the small and isolated Jan Mayen, stunning Iceland and the Arctic crown of Norway, Spitsbergen.
Attractions & Cities Visited
SvalbardActivities & Interests
Culture Hiking Horseback riding & Equestrian Hot Springs Kayaking Land expedition NatureItinerary
Day 1: Copenhagen/Kangerlussuaq
This expedition starts with a flight from Copenhagen. Less than five hours later you reach the settlement of Kangerlussuaq in Greenland. This small airstrip is the main gateway to Greenland, and on arrival your transfer to MS Fram will be waiting for you.
Day 2: Nuuk
Nuuk is the capital and the oldest town in Greenland. Today, old and new traditions meet here, from picturesque old buildings in "Kolonihaven" to the modern building of the Greenland Home Rule. The town is located on the tip of a large peninsula, at the mouth of one of the largest and most spectacular fjord systems in the world.
Day 3: Ivittuut
The abandoned mining town of Ivittuut is a stronghold for musk oxen. More than a thousand years ago, Vikings settled the area. Ivittuut was built on top of the so-called Norse Middle settlement. In summertime we might meet some of the hunters who return to inhabit the old houses by the sea.
Day 4: Qassiarsuk
A little over a thousand years ago (985 A.D.), a group of Norsemen left Iceland to settle in Greenland. Their leader Erik the Red named his chieftain’s seat Brattahlíð, meaning "steep hill" in Old Norse. Soon afterwards, the Norsemen established a flourishing community in the fjord. Farming is still the main occupation in Qassiarsuk and the sheep farmers in the area cultivate the same fields, and let their animals graze on the same hillsides. Enjoy a guided walk through the village and see the reconstructions of Erik the Red's farm and Tjodhilde's Church.
Day 5: At sea, Nunap Isua and the Denmark Strait
We will spend two days at sea, sailing around the southernmost point of Greenland called Nunap Isua (Cape Farewell) before travelling across the Denmark Strait on our way to Iceland.
Day 6: Still at sea
Day 7: Reykjavik
Reykjavik is the world’s northernmost capital city. Norwegian settlers named the place Reykjavik (meaning “Smoky Bay”) after the columns of steam that rose from the hot springs in the area and made such a profound impression. The surroundings offer fantastic natural beauty with geysers, mountains, glaciers and geothermal baths.
Day 8: Stykkishólmur
As we reach the west region of Iceland, you will understand why this area is dubbed “The Sagaland”. Take your time to explore Stykkishólmur’s diversity with lava and rock formations, glaciers, volcanic activity, and hot and cold springs. Participate in a range of exciting excursions such as kayaking, hiking and horse riding.
Day 9: At sea, Greenland Sea
We will be sailing along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, a tectonic plate that separates the Eurasian and North American continents. This mid-ocean ridge is a part of the longest underwater mountain range in the world.
Day 10: Jan Mayen
Jan Mayen is the most isolated island in the Northern Hemisphere. It is home to the Beerenberg Volcano, the northernmost active volcano on earth. Tourists visiting and actually landing on the shores of Jan Mayen are extremely rare. We will do our best to make it possible to set foot on this exotic outpost. This will be an experience of a lifetime.
Day 11: At sea, Barents Sea/Arctic Ocean
Enjoy a day with lectures from the Expedition Team as we sail towards Spitsbergen and Longyearbyen.
Day 12: Longyearbyen
The Isfjord is the most prominent fjord system on Svalbard, and we will sail through it on our way to Longyearbyen. We will arrive at this unique and exotic settlement during the night.
Day 13: Longyerbyen/Oslo
As we have reached the end destination for this expedition, you will probably sense that time has passed faster than expected. Lingering is the subtle exhilaration of having spent time on top of the globe, just a few hundred miles from the Geographical North Pole. An early morning transfer takes you to the airport for your flight back to Oslo.
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28 Hurtigruten Travel Reviews & Ratings
Greenland to Svalbard expedition
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Its the best sea voyage we've ever made!
unfortunately due to covid-19
Hurtigruten didn’t apologize and turn their back on you
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Outraged !!!
it would be my first trip in this company but now not even for free !!! at 8 pm I had to rent a car and drive 8 am in the blizzard to Tromso !!! I never went through so much neglect !!
Detail have paid Eur 600 detail for 14 hours on this “ship” !!!!!
Outraged !!!
Recommended 100 %
very boring and uninteresting experience
Details
Ship Name
MS Fram
Ship Stats
Year built | 2007 |
Shipyard | Fincantieri, Italy |
Passenger capacity | 318 |
Beds | 276 |
Car capacity | 0 |
Gross tonnage | 11647 |
Length | 114 |
Beam | 20.2 |
Speed | 13 |
Ship Description
The original Fram was the most famous explorer ship of its time, and the achievements of her expeditions are unparalleled. MS Fram brings on the heritage of the original Fram, using the most advanced technology to make her exceptionally well suited for expedition voyages in Polar Regions.
Fram means ‘forward’ – lifting expectations of the voyage at hand. MS Fram was built in 2007 with one mission in mind – to bring her guests closer to nature, wildlife and unforgettable experiences. The spacious outside decks include access to the very front of the ship – a great place to observe marine wildlife.
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All internal ground transport
Group Size
Standard Group - 25 + people
Cancellation policy
You, or any member of your party, may cancel your travel arrangements at any time. Written notification from the person who made the booking or your travel agent must be received at our offices. We recommend ‘Recorded Delivery’. Cancellation takes effect the day we receive your letter or email. Since we incur costs in relation to your arrangements from the time we confirm your booking you will have to pay the applicable cancellation charges as shown in the table below (which also applies if we cancel because you have failed to make payments on time - see ‘Payment’ section) together with the cost of any air fare for which we have had to pay at the time of the booking and will be payable immediately on cancellation.
When the cancellation letter is received by us before departure
Charges as a % of the total holiday cost (excl. insurance premiums)
60 or more days Retention of deposit
42–59 days is 30%
28–41 days will be 60%
14–27 days is 90%
Less than 14 days is 100%
If you have to cancel for a reason covered by your travel insurance you may be able to reclaim the cancellation charges, less applicable excess. Insurance premiums are not refundable.
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