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Visit Nuuk, Greenland's capital city. Nuuk is on Greenland's Southwest coast and is a part of a large Fjord system known for waterfalls, humpback whales, diverse Arctic wildlife, glaciers, and icebergs. Unique activities in and around Nuuk include visiting Fjords, hiking up the Sermitsiaq Mountain, and observing diverse marine and mammalian life, ideally from the comfort of a cruise. The wildlife in this area includes polar bears, muskox, walruses, reindeer, and humpback whales. You could also visit the Greenland National Museum which holds everything from Egyptian history to local Inuit history while the Nuuk Art Museum focuses more on locals' art. While you're in Nuuk be sure to check out the Ilulissat Ice Fjord, a UNESCO World Heritage site in West Greenland. Contact our travel experts to begin planning your personalized trip to Nuuk today!
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Ilulissat to Narsarsuaq – gems of the West Coast

12 Days from $13,790
Join this 12-day M/S Balto cruise from Ilulissat to Narsarsuaq, exploring ancient history, cultural legends, and natural wonders, from icy northern landscapes to the green pastures and jagged mountains of the south.
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Glacial ice in Greenland

South Greenland Adventure: The Majestic Alpine Arctic

13 Days from $13,295
Join a 13-day roundtrip expedition cruise to Reykjavik on the Ultramarine. Explore South Greenland's stunning alpine peaks and remote ridges through heli-hiking and flight-seeing excursions. Step onto the immense Greenland Ice Sheet, the world's second-largest ice mass.
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Zodiac cruising Ilulissat

Wild Fjords of South Greenland: Land of the Vikings

13 Days from $10,095
Embark on a 13-day expedition cruise to and from Reykjavik aboard the Ultramarine. Explore Greenland's southeast coast, visit local communities and Viking sites, and witness imposing glaciers amidst stunning landscapes.
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Visit Greenland! frozen lake in Uummannaq, Greenland

Wild Landscapes of West Greenland

15 Days from $16,195
Join the 15-day expedition cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle, beginning in Nuuk, Greenland's northern capital. Beyond Nuuk, sparse settlements line the coast, reachable solely by air or sea. Traveling northward unveils isolated bays amidst sea ice, offering a lesser-explored realm of icebergs and potential whale sanctuaries.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat

Canadian Arctic & Northern Lights

17 Days from $16,980
Join the SH Vega for a 17-day Northern Canada Discovery cruise to learn the cultures, art, and wildlife of the magical Arctic while exploring its stunning landscapes. Start at Kangerlussuaq, Greenland and cruise all the way to Halifax, Nova Scotia.
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Late summer in West Greenland

Iceland to Greenland: In the Wake of the Vikings

13 Days from $5,395
Board the Ocean Endeavour to follow in the footsteps of the Vikings on this exceptional 13-day expedition cruise across the Arctic region. Depart from Reykjavík towards Greenland as you trek across glaciers and mountains, navigate around icebergs in Zodiacs, learn about the local culture of the fishing villages, and search for the hardy wildlife.
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Beautiful artic mountains at sunset.

Greenland & Wild Labrador

15 Days from $9,495
During this 15-day expedition cruise on the Ocean Endeavor, see both the beauty of Greenland and the charm of Newfoundland. From Greenland, cruise through northern Canada, exploring French and Viking influences. Visit two different Canadian National Parks, see landscapes that blow your mind, and learn a lot about the cultural connections to the land.
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A polar bear wanders onto an iceberg in Greenland

Greenland In Depth

12 Days from $11,680
Explore on a 12-day Greenland discovery cruise aboard SH Vega. Learn more about the way of life in West Greenland.
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The Northwest Passage (Westbound)

16 Days from $24,795
Join a 16-day Arctic expedition aboard the Greg Mortimer, starting with a flight to Nuuk. Explore stunning landscapes, Inuit communities, and the Northwest Passage, concluding your adventure in Cambridge Bay before flying to Calgary.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat

Grand Greenland - Farthest North to Thule and Kane Basin

21 Days from $20,994
Discover the beauty of Greenland and Iceland on this 21-day Grand Greenland – Farthest North to Thule and Kane Basin cruise aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen. Visit UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord, explore Uummannaq Fjord, and sail through remote Arctic regions. Witness polar wildlife, including whales, walruses, and polar bears.
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Heart of the Arctic $6,495 13 Jul 24, 2025 This 13-day expedition cruise aboard the Ocean Endeavor brings you into the heart of the Arctic, from Canada's Inuit regions of Nunavik and Nunavut to Greenland. South Greenland’s stunning coast, the communities of south Baffin, and the islands of Ungava Bay The people, wildlife, and landscape are the true hearts of the Arctic!
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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route $18,395 17 Aug 26, 2025 Embark on a 17-day cruise from Reykjavik to Calgary aboard Ultramarine, retracing the Franklin Expedition's path in the Northwest Passage. Explore the Canadian High Arctic and Greenland, discover Inuit communities, hike colorful tundra, and encounter diverse wildlife.
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The Northwest Passage (Eastbound) $24,795 16 Sep 07, 2025 Join a 16-day cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring the Canadian Arctic and Greenland, starting in Calgary and flying to Cambridge Bay. Enjoy wildlife sightings and Inuit heritage before concluding your journey in Nuuk and flying to Toronto.
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Southern Greenland: On the Trail of the Vikings $16,695 14 Aug 04, 2025 Join the 14-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik to Toronto aboard the Sylvia Earle to explore Greenland's vast landscapes with towering peaks and glaciers. Trek across the tundra, spotting wildlife and enjoying scenic fjord explorations by Zodiac, including human settlements, Viking ruins, and the country's capital, Nuuk.
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Traversing the Northwest Passage $44,395 29 Aug 27, 2025 Join a 29-day expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle through the Northwest Passage, inspired by Roald Amundsen's journey. Experience Arctic Canada's stunning landscapes, wildlife, and local cultures while navigating challenging pack ice.
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Greenland Discovery $9,449 11 Aug 09, 2025 Cruise from Reykjavik to Greenland for 11 days on World Voyager. Explore breathtaking landscapes, cultural treasures, and wildlife encounters. Visit Grundarfjordur, Prince Christian Sound, Qaqortoq, Narsarsuaq, Paamiut, Nuuk, and more before disembarking at Kangerlussuaq
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Greenland Discovery $9,499 12 Aug 20, 2026 Embark on a 12-day cruise from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq aboard the World Navigator. Explore Grundarfjordur’s landscapes, experience Inuit traditions in Tasiilaq, and enjoy Greenlandic culture and wildlife in Qaqortoq and Nuuk.
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Nordic Adventure $9,499 13 Aug 30, 2026 Embark on a 13-day cruise from Kangerlussuaq to Reykjavik aboard the World Navigator. Enjoy Nuuk's gourmet dining, Qaqortoq's kaffemik, Iceland's Raudasandur Beach, and Kangaamiut's fjord views.
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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route $21,795 17 Aug 07, 2026 Join this 17-day adventure from Reykjavik to Calgary aboard Ocean Explorer, exploring the stunning landscapes of Greenland and Canada’s Arctic. Travel through Greenland’s breathtaking fjords, stop at remote towns like Nuuk and Maniitsoq, and witness spectacular wildlife in Canada’s High Arctic.
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Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure $15,995 15 Sep 27, 2026 Embark on a 15-day Greenland & Wild Labrador aboard Exploris One from Greenland to Newfoundland, uncovering stunning fjords, Inuit heritage, Viking history, and diverse wildlife. Expect Zodiac excursions, expert-led hikes, and cultural encounters in one of the world’s most remote and beautiful regions.
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