Greenland to Iceland: Arctic Explorer (Ocean Victory)

Day by day

Your journey through

Denmark

Showing Days 1-7

11-day itinerary

Day 1Copenhagen, Denmark - Kangerlussuaq, GreenlandHej! Welcome to Denmark. Your adventure begins with an included flight from Copenhagen to Kangerlussuaq – Greenland’s only inland town with a history as a former US WWII air base. When you arrive, you’ll be transferred by Zodiac to your ship – the Ocean Victory. Settle into your cabin, then join your Expedition Team and fellow travellers for a safety and orientation meeting. Raise a glass as you set sail through Kangerlussuaq Fjord, getting your first look at icy waters framed by rocky mountain peaks.

Copenhagen

Hej! Welcome to Denmark. Your adventure begins with an included flight from Copenhagen to Kangerlussuaq – Greenland’s only inland town with a history as a former US WWII air base. When you arrive, you’ll be transferred by Zodiac to your ship – the Ocean Victory. Settle into your cabin, then join your Expedition Team and fellow travellers for a safety and orientation meeting. Raise a glass as you set sail through Kangerlussuaq Fjord, getting your first look at icy waters framed by rocky mountain peaks.

Day 2Kangaamiut and EvighedsfjordenArrive in Kangaamiut, a traditional village where you can get an insight into the hunting and fishing practices that shape local daily life. Watch a cultural performance, browse handicrafts and sample some traditional dishes. It’s highly recommended you go on a hike to seek out panoramic views over the village and its surrounds. This afternoon, hop on a Zodiac and venture into Evighedsfjorden (AKA ‘the Eternity Fjord’), cruising past mighty glaciers and dramatic bird cliffs.

Picturesque Qeqertarsuaq village reflecting on a tranquil lake in Greenland under a cloudy sky.

Kangaamiut and Evighedsfjorden

Arrive in Kangaamiut, a traditional village where you can get an insight into the hunting and fishing practices that shape local daily life. Watch a cultural performance, browse handicrafts and sample some traditional dishes. It’s highly recommended you go on a hike to seek out panoramic views over the village and its surrounds. This afternoon, hop on a Zodiac and venture into Evighedsfjorden (AKA ‘the Eternity Fjord’), cruising past mighty glaciers and dramatic bird cliffs.

Day 3Nuuk, Capital of GreenlandToday you’ll explore Nuuk – Greenland’s capital, affectionately known as ‘Nuuk York’ by locals. This city blends the ancient and the modern – first inhabited by Paleo-Inuit peoples starting in 2200 BC, then by Norse settlers, Nuuk is now Greenland’s cultural and political centre. While you’re here, you might like to visit the parliament building, head to the National Museum to learn about Greenlandic history and see the famous Qilakitsoq mummies, see what’s on at the Katuaq Cultural Centre, pop into the local art workshops or stop for a warm drink at a cosy cafe.

Today you’ll explore Nuuk – Greenland’s capital, affectionately known as ‘Nuuk York’ by locals. This city blends the ancient and the modern – first inhabited by Paleo-Inuit peoples starting in 2200 BC, then by Norse settlers, Nuuk is now Greenland’s cultural and political centre. While you’re here, you might like to visit the parliament building, head to the National Museum to learn about Greenlandic history and see the famous Qilakitsoq mummies, see what’s on at the Katuaq Cultural Centre, pop into the local art workshops or stop for a warm drink at a cosy cafe.

Day 4At sea, en route to South GreenlandSail south along Greenland’s rugged coast. Nearly all of Greenland’s settlements lie on the western coast, facing the Davis Strait. The warm Atlantic currents here attract whales, seals and a variety of seabirds, so why not grab your binoculars, head to the outer decks and spend this day at sea doing some wildlife spotting on deck.

Sail south along Greenland’s rugged coast. Nearly all of Greenland’s settlements lie on the western coast, facing the Davis Strait. The warm Atlantic currents here attract whales, seals and a variety of seabirds, so why not grab your binoculars, head to the outer decks and spend this day at sea doing some wildlife spotting on deck.

Day 5Qassiarsuk and Itilleq KujalleqCruise through Tunulliarfik Fjord to reach Qassiarsuk – a village known for its rich Norse history and long-standing sheep farming tradition. Founded in 1924, the village sits on the former site of Erik the Red’s 10th-century farm, Brattahlid. This afternoon, head to the nearby town of Itilleq to embark on a hike through lush green fields to reach the tiny settlement of Igaliku and the ruins of the Gardar bishopric – once the largest cathedral in Greenland.

Cruise through Tunulliarfik Fjord to reach Qassiarsuk – a village known for its rich Norse history and long-standing sheep farming tradition. Founded in 1924, the village sits on the former site of Erik the Red’s 10th-century farm, Brattahlid. This afternoon, head to the nearby town of Itilleq to embark on a hike through lush green fields to reach the tiny settlement of Igaliku and the ruins of the Gardar bishopric – once the largest cathedral in Greenland.

Day 6Appilaattoq and Prins Christian SundThis morning, arrive in the small, remote village of Aappilattoq. Set beneath granite cliffs, this village is known for its traditional lifestyle, scenic hiking trails and local church choir. In the afternoon, continue east through Prins Christian Sund. Framed by mountains, glaciers and valleys, this 60-km-long, iceberg-filled waterway links East and West Greenland. Be sure to have your camera charged and ready to go today!

This morning, arrive in the small, remote village of Aappilattoq. Set beneath granite cliffs, this village is known for its traditional lifestyle, scenic hiking trails and local church choir. In the afternoon, continue east through Prins Christian Sund. Framed by mountains, glaciers and valleys, this 60-km-long, iceberg-filled waterway links East and West Greenland. Be sure to have your camera charged and ready to go today!

Day 7Skjoldungen/SaqqisikuikExplore Skjoldungen, a remote fjord on Greenland’s southeast coast, known to locals as Saqqisikuik. Once visited by Inuit peoples and briefly settled in the 20th century, the fjord is now uninhabited. Weather permitting, you’ll make a landing to explore the glacial valley of Dronning Marie Dal by foot or cruise past the Thryms Glacier on a Zodiac.

Explore Skjoldungen, a remote fjord on Greenland’s southeast coast, known to locals as Saqqisikuik. Once visited by Inuit peoples and briefly settled in the 20th century, the fjord is now uninhabited. Weather permitting, you’ll make a landing to explore the glacial valley of Dronning Marie Dal by foot or cruise past the Thryms Glacier on a Zodiac.

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Your journey through

Iceland

Day 12Reykjavik, IcelandAfter breakfast, disembark your ship in Reykjavik – a vibrant city known for its excellent Nordic cuisine, museums and impressive architecture like Hallgrimskirkja Church, inspired by Iceland’s landscapes. Your adventure comes to an end here. If you’d like to extend your stay in Reykjavik, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.

Reykjavik

After breakfast, disembark your ship in Reykjavik – a vibrant city known for its excellent Nordic cuisine, museums and impressive architecture like Hallgrimskirkja Church, inspired by Iceland’s landscapes. Your adventure comes to an end here. If you’d like to extend your stay in Reykjavik, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.