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Constable Pynt - Akureyri - Example 12 Day Cruise aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
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Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn, starting with a chartered flight from Keflavik to Constable Pynt, where you discover the region's rich geological history. Your journey unfolds along the stunning Volquart Boons Coast, offering breathtaking views and Zodiac cruises near glacier fronts. As you navigate the east coast of Milne Land, be mesmerized by towering icebergs and, conditions permitting, land at Charcot Havn to explore the impressive Charcot Glacier. The next four days are spent in O Fjord, one of the world's most remarkable fjords, stretching nearly 40 nautical miles and flanked by mountains rising over 2,000 meters—experience hiking in mythic tundra landscapes at Jyttehavn and witness colossal icebergs near Sydkap. Continue your exploration to Jameson Land, where you may encounter grazing musk oxen and visit scenic areas like Kap Hooker. Stop at Ittoqqortoormiit, the largest settlement in Scoresbysund, to experience local culture. Spend two days at sea, where you might witness the enchanting aurora borealis. Finally, disembark in Akureyri, Iceland, taking home cherished memories from this extraordinary expedition through East Greenland's breathtaking landscapes.
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Highlights
  • Explore Milne Land’s iceberg-filled, photogenic Arctic seascape
  • Discover O Fjord’s towering, glacier-carved cliffs and icebergs
  • Sail Harefjord’s serene fjord with awe-inspiring Arctic vistas
  • Experience Ittoqqortoormiit’s cultural charm, sled dogs, and local life
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Day 1: Constable Pynt | Embark

Arrive via a chartered flight from Keflavik, landing at Constable Pynt, the airfield at the northern end of Hurry Inlet. This region is renowned for its vibrant geological history.

Day 2: Volquart Boons Coast

Take the breathtaking views as you sail along the glaciated Volquart Boons Coast. Set out on a Zodiac cruise near shoreline glacier fronts, with activities starting at Manegletcher or Vikingebugt.

Day 3: Milne Land

Your journey continues along the east coast of Milne Land, navigating through a stunning array of giant icebergs. If conditions allow a landing at Charcot Havn, you can walk to the impressive Charcot Glacier before proceeding past Bjørneør and sailing to Øfjord.

Day 4-7: Mountain-fringed fjord

Today marks a visit to the east entrance of one of the most impressive fjords in the world: Ø Fjord is almost 40 nautical miles long (74 km, 46 miles), with mountains on each side up to 2,000 meters high (6,562 feet), and icebergs that drift over depths of more than 1,000 meters (3,281 feet). The aim is to land at Jyttehavn and hike the tundra in mythic surroundings. You may also sail into Harefjord, Rypefjord, and Rodefjord, walking into C. Hoffmanhalvoya and on Storo. Then land near Sydkap, where you can see colossal icebergs, some over 100 meters (328 feet) high and more than a kilometer long (.62 mile). Most of these bergs are grounded, as the fjord is only about 400 meters deep (1,312 feet). At Sakatajik, you can also view the remains of Thule winter houses. As many as twenty people lived here once, hunting Greenland whales and building houses out of their vertebrae.

Day 8: Jameson Land

At the western shores of Jameson Land lies a vast tundra with grazing musk oxen. Attempt to make a landing on one of the areas, such as Tyskit Nunat, remembering Alfred Wegener’s efforts to cross Vandreblokken. You may also visit Kap Hooker or a lovely lagoon west of Kap Stewart.

Day 9: Ittoqqortoormiit

Today’s stop is Ittoqqortoormiit, the largest settlement in Scoresbysund, with about five hundred inhabitants. At the post office, buy stamps for postcards or stroll around to see sled dogs and drying skins of seals and musk oxen.

Day 10-11: At Sea

If there is not too much cloud cover, you might enjoy today's magical light show of the aurora borealis.

Day 12: Akureyri | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
Disembark in the Icelandic town of Akureyri, taking home memories that will accompany you wherever the next adventure lies. A chartered bus (six-hour drive) to Reykjavik is available if requested.

Ship/Hotel

Rembrandt van Rijn

Exterior image of the Rembrandt van Rijn.
Relax at the bar aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn.
Lounge area aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn.

Dates & Prices

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Per person starting at
$5,900 2-3 travelers
Rembrandt van Rijn's Triple Private Porthole Cabin.
Triple Private Porthole
Main deck, upper and lower berths, private bath facilities and porthole.
Rembrandt van Rijn's Twin Private.
Twin Private Inside
Lower deck, upper and lower berths, inside cabins with private bath facilities.
Rembrandt van Rijn's Twin Private Porthole.
Twin Private Porthole
Lower deck, upper and lower berths or two lower berths, private bath facilities and porthole.

Notes

- Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars and represent costs per person, double occupancy.
- Cabins are available for single occupancy at 1.7 times the double occupancy rate.
- Children between the ages of 3-15 receive a 40% discount in triple cabins, one child per cabin.
- Due to the extreme nature of itinerary destinations, travel insurance is mandatory for all cruises aboard the Rembrandt Van Rijn - including medical, accident and repatriation/evacuation insurance.
Included
  • 11 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches, 11 Dinners
  • 11 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
  • All Miscellaneous Service Taxes and Port Charges Throughout the Program
  • All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
  • Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
  • All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
  • Comprehensive pre-departure material.
  • AECO Fees and Governmental Taxes
  • Transfers and baggage handling between the airport, hotels and ship only for those passengers on the group flights to and from Longyearbyen
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Passport and Applicable Visa Expenses
  • Government arrival and departure taxes
  • Pre- and Post Land Arrangements
  • Fuel Surcharge - to be invoiced separately
  • Meals ashore
  • Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
  • Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
  • Medical travel insurance, including emergency medical attention and evacuation coverage with a minimum of $100,000 of evacuation coverage is required.
  • Transfer supplement for bus shuttle between Akureyri (ship) and bus stop Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre at Austurbakki, Reykjavik (6 hours)

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