West Greenland Explorer

Day 1: Arrival in Nuuk, Greenland

Arrive in Greenland’s capital, Nuuk and transfer to your group hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to do with as you please.

Day 2: Embarkation

The northernmost capital in the world, Nuuk, was founded in 1728 by the Norwegian missionary Hans Egede, and has more than 17,000 inhabitants. The centre of Greenland lies at the mouth of its very own fjord system on the mid-west coast of Greenland, the fjord system is the second largest in the world. On the tour discover Nuuk’s contrasting architecture from beautiful old buildings to colourful houses. Stop by the newly renovated and roof-covered "brættet", where the day's catch of seal, birds and fish are sold plus much more. After discovering Nuuk, embark the Greg Mortimer to commence your voyage.

Days 3-9: Exploring Greenland's West Coast

Over the coming days you will discover the immense beauty of West Greenland and in true expeditionary style, the itinerary will remain flexible as weather and sea ice determine where you can go, what we do and what can be seen. Some places you may visit include: Eternity Fjord, Ilulissat, Palasip Qaqqaa, Eqip Sermia and Uummannaq.

Day 10: At sea

As you sail back south to Nuuk, keep a lookout for whale blows and the seabirds that trail our ship in the ever-present Arctic winds.

Day 11: Disembarkation, Nuuk

Arrive back in Nuuk where you disembark and bid a fond farewell to your crew, expedition team and fellow travellers, then transfer to downtown or to the airport.

Notes

• All voyage itineraries are intended as a guideline only - embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy of expedition travel. Actual routes and landings will be dependent on weather, sea and ice conditions. A degree of flexibility is essential in the polar regions!