Exploring the Garden of Greenland (Westbound)
12-day all-inclusive Greenland expedition cruise from Reykjavík to New York
The 10-night Greenland voyage aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen sails from Reykjavik to Nuuk (Godthaab), calling at Prins Christian Sund, Qaqortoq (Julianehaab), Igaliku, Qassiarsuk, Ikka Fjord, Kvanefjord and Fiskenæsset, with 1 day at sea.
Beyond the expedition cruise itself, this package includes:
- Flight in economy class from Nuuk to New York
- Overnight in Nuuk after the expedition cruise, including breakfast and dinner
- Transfer from the ship to the airport in Nuuk
- Transfer from the ship to the hotel in Nuuk (including an excursion and lunch)
- Transfer from the hotel to the airport in Nuuk
- Join an expedition cruise to northwest Greenland and explore the High Arctic environment of the legendary Thule region.
- Visit some of the most northerly communities on Earth and learn about their history and culture.
- Witness amazing scenery and Arctic wildlife, attend fascinating lectures and talks, and take part in our onboard science program.
You sail aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen. One of two revolutionary hybrid-powered expedition vessels with battery packs that store electric power. The ship has more efficient engines, lower fuel usage, reduced C02 emissions, and the ability to sail almost silently. On board: All cabins and suites enjoy outside views; Science Center with advanced microscopes; Wellness Center with massage and spa treatments; Expedition Team; Three restaurants; Indoor and outdoor gyms with on-deck running track; Outdoor infinity pool and two hot tubs; Sauna with a panoramic outside view.
- 07 Jun 2028 – 18 Jun 2028
from $16,267 pp twin share / $20,951 pp sole use *
Additional Pricing Information
- Polar Outside from $16,267 pp twin share
- Arctic Superior from $17,676 pp twin share
- Expedition Suite from $20,508 pp twin share
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Reykjavík and Beyond
Discover Iceland’s modern capital.
Your expedition cruise starts in Reykjavík – a laid-back city of art, culture and history. It is well worth spending some time exploring this delightful city.
Take a stroll along city’s main street Laugavegur with its boutiques and outdoor shops, gaze in awe at the striking Hallgrímskirkja Church, and drop in on the fascinating Reykjavík Art Museum.
Your expedition ship awaits you in Reykjavík Harbour. After being welcomed aboard and collecting your complimentary expedition jacket, it’s time to settle into your cabin before enjoying your first dinner on board.
If you have the time, we recommend booking a Pre-Program with us and discovering some of Iceland’s natural highlights before your cruise begins.
Day 2 – 3 – Crossing the Denmark Strait
In the wake of Vikings
We leave Iceland behind and sail to Greenland across the Denmark Strait. These days at sea offer time to relax and settle into the ship. Perhaps keep watch for whales and seabirds from the deck, mingle with fellow travellers in the Explorer lounge, or enjoy the wellness facilities.
The Expedition Team will give presentations about the protocols of respectfully visiting the fragile natural areas and indigenous Arctic communities. Now is the time to book excursions and maybe learn a few words of Greenlandic.
Day 4 – 7 – South Greenland
Discover ice-carved landscapes, Norse heritage, and remote communities
Over the next four days we fully embrace expedition mode, navigating South Greenland’s maze of channels and scenic fjords. Local weather and ice conditions will determine where and when we land, but the Captain and Expedition Team know these waters well and will seek out the best the region has to offer.
Southern Greenland’s rugged mountain ranges tower above scattered green meadows and fjords, a landscape sculpted by ice over billions of years. The Norsemen settled here over a thousand years ago, drawn by the same beauty, though harsh conditions eventually drove them away after just four centuries. Today this vast, mostly unpopulated wilderness offers a rare sense of tranquillity. We may visit Norse ruins at Brattahlíð, step ashore in colourful Qaqortoq with its beautiful lake, or simply gaze in wonder at the spectacular mountainous scenery unfolding around us.
Day 8 – 10 – Southwest Greenland
Fjords, glaciers, and ghostly mining towns
The stretch of coast between the fjord systems of southern Greenland and Nuuk is as wild as can be. Long distances separate the few scattered settlements. And although the climate is still mild by Arctic standards the topography is rough, segmented by high mountain ranges half covered by ice and cut through by deep turquoise fjords. With very few inside passages, travelling here has been a challenge since ancient times. And it still is. Mother Nature is in charge here, meaning it’s the perfect adventure playground for modern explorers.
On our way north, and always adapted to the local conditions, we’ll get to know the landscapes of the so-called Mellembygden – the Middle Settlement of the Norse settlers. We’ll also look for the ghostly mining town of Ivittuut, where the historically important mineral cryolite was mined, but where today the only inhabitants are shy musk oxen. And we’ll sail into great fjords carved out over millennia by massive glaciers cascading down from the ice cap.
Wildlife thrives in this isolated region. Join our Expedition Team on their wildlife watches either on board or on land, and keep your camera and binoculars ready for seabirds, nesting colonies, and whales feeding at sea. If we’re lucky, we may even see one of the few musk ox herds living on the west Greenland coast.
Day 5 – End of Expedition in Nuuk
Return to Greenland’s capital
Today, as we arrive at Nuuk, you will say a fond farewell to MS Fridtjof Nansen, the crew, the Expedition Team and the new friends you will have made.
After disembarkation, board a small boat for a scenic journey into the spectacular Nuuk Fjord. Your destination is a remote, abandoned settlement, where you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch surrounded by breathtaking Arctic landscapes.
Returning to Nuuk in the afternoon, visit Colonial Harbour, known locally as Kolonihavnen. This charming historic district is home to some of the city’s oldest buildings, including the Hans Egede House, built in 1728 and now preserved as a historic monument.
Later, check in to your hotel, your home for the night, where you’ll enjoy dinner and time to relax.
Day 12 – Fly Back to New York
Farewell to Nuuk
In the morning, you’ll be transferred to Nuuk Airport for your flight back to New York, taking with you a wealth of fantastic memories that will no doubt endure.
Highlights
- Flights, hotel stays, and transfers included to make your journey seamless
- Expedition team to guide you through the fragile Arctic environment
- Hybrid-powered ship with advanced facilities for sustainable exploration
12-day all-inclusive Greenland expedition cruise from Reykjavík to New York
The 10-night Greenland voyage aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen sails from Reykjavik to Nuuk (Godthaab), calling at Prins Christian Sund, Qaqortoq (Julianehaab), Igaliku, Qassiarsuk, Ikka Fjord, Kvanefjord and Fiskenæsset, with 1 day at sea.
Beyond the expedition cruise itself, this package includes:
- Flight in economy class from Nuuk to New York
- Overnight in Nuuk after the expedition cruise, including breakfast and dinner
- Transfer from the ship to the airport in Nuuk
- Transfer from the ship to the hotel in Nuuk (including an excursion and lunch)
- Transfer from the hotel to the airport in Nuuk
- Join an expedition cruise to northwest Greenland and explore the High Arctic environment of the legendary Thule region.
- Visit some of the most northerly communities on Earth and learn about their history and culture.
- Witness amazing scenery and Arctic wildlife, attend fascinating lectures and talks, and take part in our onboard science program.
You sail aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen. One of two revolutionary hybrid-powered expedition vessels with battery packs that store electric power. The ship has more efficient engines, lower fuel usage, reduced C02 emissions, and the ability to sail almost silently. On board: All cabins and suites enjoy outside views; Science Center with advanced microscopes; Wellness Center with massage and spa treatments; Expedition Team; Three restaurants; Indoor and outdoor gyms with on-deck running track; Outdoor infinity pool and two hot tubs; Sauna with a panoramic outside view.
Inclusions
- Flight in economy class from Nuuk to New York.
- Overnight in Nuuk after the expedition cruise, including breakfast and dinner.
- Transfer from the ship to the airport in Nuuk.
- Transfer from the hotel to the airport in Nuuk.
- A stay in a cabin of your choice.
- All day coffee, tea and soft drinks.
Exclusions
- International flights
- Additional overnight(s) if required due to international flight timings
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
- Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area
FAQs
Hotels
Overnight in Nuuk after the expedition cruise, including breakfast and dinner
- Hotel Hans Egede
MS Fridtjof Nansen
One of two revolutionary hybrid-powered expedition vessels with battery packs that
store electric power. The ship has more efficient engines, lower fuel usage, reduced C02 emissions, and the ability to sail almost silently.
On board: All cabins and suites enjoy outside views; Science Center with advanced microscopes; Wellness Center with massage and spa treatments; Expedition Team; Three restaurants; Indoor and outdoor gyms with on-deck running track; Outdoor infinity pool and two hot tubs; Sauna with a panoramic outside view; Explorer Lounge and Bar; Indoor and outdoor observation decks; Expedition launch/Tender pit; On board shop; Lecture hall and group room; 50% of all cabins are suites with a private balcony.
Polar Outside
- RR – Outside cabin: window, double bed, optional twin, sofa bed, 19–23 m².
Arctic Superior
Arctic Superior cabins are comfortable and spacious.
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These cabins feature a double bed that can be divided into two single beds in some cabins on request at the time of booking. Some also have a sofa bed, and many have a private balcony.
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All have a private bathroom with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, a minibar (charges apply), European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities. A bathrobe and slippers are also available free of charge.
- XT – Outside cabin with balcony: private balcony, double bed, optional twin, sofa bed, 18 m².
- TT – Outside cabin: window, double bed, optional twin, 27 m².
- XTD – Outside cabin with balcony: private balcony, double bed, 15–19 m².
- XY – Wheelchair-accessible outside cabin with balcony: private balcony, double bed, 19 m².
- XTJ – Outside cabin with balcony: private balcony, limited view, double bed, optional twin, sofa bed, 18 m².
- TY – Wheelchair-accessible outside cabin: window, double bed, optional twin, 24–26 m².
Expedition Suite
Add some indulgence to your voyage aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen and reserve one of our Expedition Suites.
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Spacious, serviced, and with bed combinations for up to four people, these well-appointed apartments offer special features such as private balconies, expansive windows, and hot tubs.
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Suites feature a double bed that can be divided into two single beds on request at the time of booking, and some have a sofa bed.
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All have a private bathroom with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, European two-pin plug sockets, a single-serve coffee machine, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
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Naturally, the accommodation includes a full range of premium facilities as well as a minibar (charges apply), daily turn-down service, and laundry.
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Complimentary fine dining in our Lindstrøm restaurant is part of the experience, and a takeaway service means you can also enjoy dinner exclusively. Champagne on ice and a platter of delicacies are provided for your enjoyment as you set sail.
- MA – XL Suite with balcony: private balcony and large windows, double bed, optional twin, 46–48 m².
- MB – XL Suite: large windows, double bed, optional twin, 44 m².
- MC – Corner Suite with balcony: private balcony, double bed, optional twin, sofa bed, 20–30 m².
- MD – Large Suite with balcony: private balcony and large windows, double bed, optional twin, 35 m².
- ME – Suite with balcony: private balcony, double bed, optional twin, sofa bed, 22–28 m².
- MF – Corner suite: large windows, double bed, optional twin, 22 m².
How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 12 days and 11 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 07 Jun 2028 and 18 Jun 2028, subject to live availability.
Can I travel solo?
Solo pricing may be available on selected departures, and final options can be confirmed at enquiry.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
What style of accommodation is used?
Accommodation is pre-arranged as part of the journey, with specific properties shown in the trip details.
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