Cruise from Canada to Iceland Along the Viking Routes

Founded as a naval base in 1749, Halifax has a rich maritime history. Visit the Canadian Museum of Immigration to learn about over one million European arrivals before 1971. Hear the daily firing of the Noon Gun at Citadel fortress. Explore Titanic-related sites, including Fairview Lawn Cemetery and artifacts at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.

Use sea days to relax and watch the ocean from the ship’s observation decks. Meet other passengers or explore the library filled with reference books. Attend expert-led lectures on wildlife, geography, or history, and enhance photography skills with guidance from professional instructors on board.

St. John’s, North America's easternmost city and capital of Newfoundland and Labrador, traces its history to John Cabot's 1497 voyage. Thriving in the 18th and 19th centuries with the cod fishing industry, the town's architecture, like the row houses on George Street, echoes its maritime past. Water Street, once a bustling port, now hosts shops and galleries in converted warehouses. Signal Hill provides views of the city's colorful houses

Spend your day at sea enjoying the facilities available onboard. Head to the sauna, get in a workout in the state-of-the-art gym or relax in the hot tub while taking in incredible views along the way. If you prefer to learn a little more about your surroundings, listen to an informative talk or have a chat with one of the knowledgeable experts

The southernmost town in Greenland, Nanortalik is surrounded by dramatic granite peaks, deep fjords and towering mountains, creating one of the country's most spectacular landscapes. Rich in Inuit culture and maritime history, the town features colorful houses, fascinating local museums and excellent opportunities to observe Arctic wildlife, including whales, seals and seabirds. Depending on conditions, guests may enjoy Zodiac cruises among icebergs, guided nature walks and scenic hikes through this pristine wilderness.

Qassiarsuk's Norse ruins of Brattahlíð, founded by Viking explorer Erik the Red, draw visitors to this Greenlandic village on Tunulliarfik Fjord. Erik's 10th-century estate grew into a 5,000-person Viking settlement, once Greenland's largest. Traces of Norse relics dot the landscape, accompanied by a statue of Erik. Qassiarsuk's subarctic mix of Norse and Greenlandic farming on the Edge of the Ice Cap is part of UNESCO-listed Kujataa Greenland.

Tucked into southern Greenland along the tranquil Tunulliarfik Fjord, Narsaq - which means "the plain" - lives up to its name with lush, flat terrain set against towering, snow-dusted peaks. Known for hiking, whale and seal watching, and sheep farming, the town offers scenic trails.

Igaliku is a UNESCO-listed Viking settlement and the site of the ancient bishopric of Gardar, once the religious center of Norse Greenland. Guests can explore the archaeological remains of the cathedral and surrounding settlement before visiting the modern village church, which provides further interpretation of the area's Norse history. Today, Igaliku is home to a small community of Inuit farmers and is one of the very few places in Greenland where farming and sheep grazing remain possible. Subject to local arrangements, guests may also enjoy a traditional kaffemik or local tasting at the village hotel, together with an optional guided hike through the surrounding countryside.

Enjoy an exclusive landing at the best-preserved Norse ruins in Greenland. This remarkable stone church is the site of the last recorded Norse wedding before the mysterious disappearance of Greenland's Norse settlements, making it one of the country's most significant archaeological sites

Discover South Greenland's most charming town, renowned for its colorful houses, thriving Inuit culture, fascinating history and the unique Stone & Man outdoor sculpture project. Qaqortoq is also an excellent place to experience Greenlandic hospitality and local craftsmanship.

Spend your day at sea enjoying the facilities available onboard. Head to the sauna, get in a workout in the state-of-the-art gym or relax in the hot tub while taking in incredible views along the way. If you prefer to learn a little more about your surroundings, listen to an informative talk or have a chat with one of the knowledgeable experts.

Reykjavík, despite its small size, is the capital of Iceland. At the top of the town stands the distinctive Hallgrímskirkja church, designed by renowned Icelandic architect Guðjón Samúelsson. The revitalised harbor area features the futuristic Harpa Concert Hall and the Maritime Museum, showcasing the city's cultural heritage. A trip to Reykjavík would be incomplete without a visit to the Blue Lagoon, famous for its therapeutic geothermal waters.