Friday, December 16th
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Greenland from East to West
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- Day 1 Embark in Reykjavik, Iceland
- Day 2 Hafnarfjordur, Iceland
- Day 3 Crossing the Denmark Strait
- Day 4 Fjord Knud Rasmussen, Greenland
- Day 5 Ammassalik, Greenland
- Day 6 Sermilik, Greenland
- Days 7-8 East Coast
- Day 9 Farewell Cape Passage, Greenland
- Day 10 West Coast
- Day 11 Nuuk, Greenland
- Days 12-13 Iluliassat / Disko Bay, Greenland
- Day 14 Navigation in the fjords
- Day 15 Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
| Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | ||||||||
| Superior Stateroom | Deluxe Stateroom | Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 | Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 | Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 | Deluxe Suite | Prestige Suite Deck 5 | Prestige Suite Deck 6 | Owner Suite | |
| Jul 30 '13 |
$9,349 | $10,370 | $11,234 | $11,705 | $12,176 | $14,375 | $16,260 | $17,046 | $25,027 |
| Please note: Fares are based on double occupancy and are capacity controlled. Rates may increase at any time as the ship sells out and subject to change without notice. |
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Please note:
Fares are based on double occupancy and are capacity controlled. Rates may increase at any time as the ship sells out and subject to change without notice.
Discounts are available for children sharing a cabin with two adults and third adult passengers in select cabin categories. Please contact us for details.
Single travelers can opt for a solo cabin, supplements start at 50%.
Not included in rates:
- Optional shore excursions (booked onboard)
- Personal expenses onboard
- Personal insurance
Deposit & Payment Fares are based on double occupancy and are capacity controlled. Rates may increase at any time as the ship sells out and subject to change without notice.
Discounts are available for children sharing a cabin with two adults and third adult passengers in select cabin categories. Please contact us for details.
Single travelers can opt for a solo cabin, supplements start at 50%.
Not included in rates:
- Optional shore excursions (booked onboard)
- Personal expenses onboard
- Personal insurance
Day 1 Embark in Reykjavik, Iceland
Embark this afternoon and settle in to your luxurious accommodations.
Day 2 Hafnarfjordur, Iceland
Port details pending
Day 3 Crossing the Denmark Strait
Port details pending
Day 4 Fjord Knud Rasmussen, Greenland
Port details pending
Day 5 Ammassalik, Greenland
Follow in the wake of the famous Pourquoi-Pas, Jean-Baptiste Charcot’s boat that in 1934 sailed for Ammassalik with four world-famous scientists on board, including the anthropologist and team leader Paul- Emile Victor. The island, with its savage and unpredictable coastline, captivated the explorers, and they decided to extend their journey and voyage into the heart of the Inuit communities. This is wild territory; surrounded by icebergs and alpine peaks carved out by the glaciers, the coast has many surprises in store. One such surprise is the charming little museum that is home to precious Inuit artistic and cultural artefacts, like the Tupilaqs (figurines), masks, ancient tools, traditional dress, husky sleds and a hand crafted kayak that was once paddled across the surrounding fjords. In Inuit custom, the name Ammassalik means "capelans", small silver fish whose return in their thousands heralds the start of spring.
Day 6 Sermilik, Greenland
Port details pending
Days 7-8 East Coast
Navigate along the east coast of Greenland, exploring fjords and glaciers.
Day 9 Farewell Cape Passage, Greenland
Port details pending
Day 10 West Coast
Navigate along the west coast of Greenland, exploring fjords and glaciers.
Day 11 Nuuk, Greenland
When Erik the Red, the exiled Norse chief, landed on the coast of Nuuk at the tail end of the 10th century, he found a fertile and welcoming land dotted with fjords. He settled there with a group of his former countrymen, and the Norse remained the principal inhabitants until, over a period of 500 years, their population declined and gave way to the Inuit. Nuuk is situated at the mouth of one of the largest fjords in the world, where the waters never freeze. The town spreads gently out towards the Davis Strait and enjoys an historic centre that is particularly rich in national heritage. The National Museum is home to fabulous collections of items depicting Inuit hunter and fishermen’s lives. Despite being Greenland’s capital city and its largest, Nuuk benefits from the rarefied atmosphere of inaccessibility; it can only be reached by air or sea, as there are no roads on Greenland. The vivid reds, blues, greens and yellows of the houses are a lively contrast to the sombre waters of Greenland and serve to lift the spirits of the locals during the winter months. Nuuk is visually emotive and imbued with the expressions of the tundra, the sea and the sky...
Days 12-13 Iluliassat / Disko Bay, Greenland
At the heart of Disko Bay - a UNESCO World Heritage Site - the Ilulissat Icefjord provides an extraordinary spectacle of almost surreal beauty. The sculptural icebergs continue their on timeless journey, shimmering with their eternal light. Vast pieces of ice break off from the bergs and rejoin the inexorable movement of the sea. Close by lies the town of Ilulissat, the region’s principal destination. Encircled by icebergs, it has retained a unique mix of traditional Arctic life, with multicoloured wooden houses, huskies and the leather tanners who still work today using the ancient methods of their ancestors.
Day 14 Navigation in the fjords
Port details pending
Day 15 Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
Disembark this morning and continue your journey home.
Itinerary Notes
These voyages include activities such as Zodiac landings (sometimes with "wet landing"), zodiac outings, moderate walks to more active hikes. All this accompanied by an expedition team of naturalist guides. Certain zodiac outings will not allow for landings just cruising. Landings will depend on weather conditions, position of ice and winds and the state of the sea. These can force a change of plans at any time.Taking into consideration the unusual and exceptional character of this itinerary, the calls shown are an indication only. The final route will be confirmed by the Captain of the ship, who will take into account the touristic quality of the sites and above all, the safety of the passengers. His decision will be subject to that of local authorities and the expert pilots present on board during the navigation in the Arctic zone.
Deposit & Payment
Initial deposit is 30%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, and Discover. Alternatively, you can send a check to our Missoula, Montana, office or register online at: https://www.adventure-life.com/forms/fourways.php
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure.
Final payment by Visa, Mastercard, Discover or AmEx.
Booking last minute? No problem! Please contact one of our trip planners, and we can get you on your way if booking less than 100 days prior to departure.
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Cancellation Policy
| Days Prior to departure | Fee |
|---|---|
| Antarctic & Arctic Cruises | |
| 91 days or more | $450 |
| 90-61 days | 30% cruise cost |
| 60-46 days | 55% cruise cost |
| 45-31 days | 80% cruise cost |
| 30-0 days | 100% cruise cost |
| All other Cruises | |
| 45 days or more | $450 |
| 44-31 days | 55% cruise cost |
| 30-0 days | 100% cruise cost |
Le Soleal
- Ship Highlights
- Passengers : 224
- Luxury Expedition Ship
A sleek silhouette, a welcoming intimate atmosphere, discover aboard the ship Le Soleal the philosophy that has made her sister ships such a success: the spirit of yacht cruises.
Sailing under the French flag, this magnificent yacht of only 132 staterooms and suites with balconies will join her sister ships in 2013. You will be enchanted by the contemporary decor inspired by the luxury yachting world, with fluid lines and a modern color scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white.
A refined ambiance is enhanced by the quality of the workmanship and materials: white Corian counters in the lobby contrast with the warmth of leather to recall a boat’s hull, while the central sculpture of enameled pieces takes its inspiration from the sea. In the lounge/bar, the carpet picks up a tennis stripe theme symbolizing a certain idea of cruising, one synonymous with French elegance and a chic seaside spirit.
| Cabins | |
|---|---|
| Superior Stateroom | |
| Deluxe Stateroom | |
| Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 | |
| Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 | |
| Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 | |
| Deluxe Suite | |
| Prestige Suite Deck 5 | |
| Prestige Suite Deck 6 | |
| Owner Suite |
