Iceland and Greenland: Edge of the Arctic | National Geographic Resolution Expedition Ship

Iceland and Greenland: Edge of the Arctic

Embark on an 18-day Arctic expedition from Iceland’s rugged coast to Greenland’s breathtaking fjords. Witness massive icebergs in Disko Bay, explore Viking history at Hvalsey Church, and sail through stunning glacial landscapes before returning to Reykjavík.

Day by day

Day 1: Arrival in Reykjavík, Iceland & Embarkation

Arrive in Reykjavík, the world’s northernmost capital, and explore its rich cultural heritage before boarding your expedition ship.

Day 2: Flatey Island – Iceland’s Hidden Gem

Visit Flatey Island, a former trading post now transformed into a peaceful summer retreat. Wander through its picturesque village and explore scenic trails leading to seasonal puffin nesting areas.

Day 3 - 4: Westfjords – Iceland’s Remote Wilderness

Day 5: Crossing the Denmark Strait

Day 6: Exploring East Greenland – Skjoldungen Fjord

Day 7: Prins Christian Sund & Tasermiut Fjord

Day 8 & 9: Qaqortoq & Viking History at Tunulliarfik Fjord

Day 10: Nuuk – Greenland’s Capital

Day 11: Evighed Fjord & Kangaamiut Village

Day 12: Sisimiut – Arctic Circle Culture & Adventure

Day 13 & 14: Ilulissat & Disko Bay – Iceberg Wonderland

Day 15: Uummannaq & Qilakitsoq – Ancient Arctic History

Day 16: Exploring Greenland’s Fjords

Day 17: Disembark in Nuuk & Flight to Reykjavík

Day 18: Depart from Reykjavík

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Highlights

Sail through Iceland’s remote Westfjords and explore hidden waterfalls and puffin colonies.

Witness massive icebergs and calving glaciers in Greenland’s Disko Bay and Ilulissat Icefjord.

Discover Viking history at Erik the Red’s settlement and Hvalsey Church ruins.

Visit Greenland’s capital, Nuuk, and see the famous Qilakitsoq mummies.

Explore the breathtaking fjords of East and West Greenland by Zodiac and kayak.

Activities

Sea Kayaking

Under full instruction from your sea kayaking guide, experience true tranquillity as you paddle through clinking ice floes and realise the enormity of the surrounding scenery. Look out for breaching whales, lounging seals and penguins zipping alongside your kayak. Some experience is required.

Ice Camping

Camp out on the ice and experience the silence which blankets the continent by night. This is your chance to completely connect with this ethereal ice world – wrap up warm and embrace the Antarctic elements.

Snowshoeing

Get a spring in your step when you slip on a pair of snowshoes in Antarctica. Enabling you to easily scale gentle slopes, this unique activity allows you to access hard to reach places and seek out the most impressive views.

Photography

Learn to capture wildlife and landscape shots in a small group photography program, including critiquing sessions and editing classes. Plus, Explorer Boat excursions with a dedicated photography expert on landings.

Explorer Boats

Achieve the best views and photographs from a forward facing Explorer Boats. They allow you to sit comfortably and securely while crackling through the ice-strewn waters. Look out for wildlife such as penguins, seals and whales as you cruise.

Yoga

It doesn’t get more serene than complimentary yoga classes to the tune of glacial scenery. Join the most unique exercise setting in the world after a day of exploration. Classes are regular but are dependent on weather conditions and swell.