Iceland/Greenland
Voyage From Iceland to Greenland by Small Ship
Program No. 24371RJ
Visit Iceland and Greenland’s biggest cities and coastlines, exploring fjords and glaciers aboard a small ship as your search for whales, seals and other spectacular wildlife!
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17 days
16 nights
43 meals
15B 14L 14D
1
In transit to program.
In flight
5
At sea
At Sea
6
East Greenland
East Greenland
7
East Greenland
East Greenland
8
East Greenland
East Greenland
9
Ikerasassuaq (Prince Christian Sound)
Ikerasassuaq
10
South Greenland
South Greenland
11
Hvalsey
Hvalsey
12
Brattahlíð
Brattahlíð
13
Sermersooq
Sermersooq
14
Nuuk
Nuuk
15
Kangerlussuatsiaq Fjord (Evighedsfjorden)
Kangerlussuatsiaq Fjord
17
Program Concludes
Toronto
At a Glance
Iceland and Greenland are home to some of the most spectacular natural landscapes in the world. Discover their beauty as you journey along Iceland’s stunning coastline to the island nation of Greenland onboard the Ocean Endeavor. In Iceland, take in endless acres of ice churning among the islands via Zodiac or kayak, explore Prince Christian Sound with its enormous crags that envelop you as you float past, and marvel at glittering glaciers spitting icebergs into the sea. Visit Nuuk, with its charming harbor reminiscent of Denmark, to explore Greenland’s cosmopolitan capital, from coffee shops to local markets.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
I like to spend much of the day exploring. Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full. Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group.
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
What You'll Learn
- Surround yourself in the volcanic terrain of Iceland as you soak in the mineral-rich, geothermally-heated waters of the Blue Lagoon in Reykjavik, and visit the Viking World Museum.
- Take in ice-capped mountains from the ship, and board Zodiacs to scan the wild coastline up-close for seals, whales and seabirds.
- Visit the best-preserved Norse structure in Greenland, Hvalsey Church, a fjord-side stone ruin, and discover the story of its fascinating past.
- Take in onboard presentations by special guest Margaret Atwood, author of “The Handmaid’s Tale” and “The Year of the Flood.”
Suggested Reading List
(20 books)
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Voyage From Iceland to Greenland by Small Ship
Program Number: 24371
This Cold Heaven
In This Cold Heaven Gretel Ehrlich combines the story of her travels with history and cultural anthropology to reveal a Greenland that few of us could otherwise imagine.
Ring of Seasons, Iceland, Its Culture and History
A longtime resident of Reykjavik, Lacy weaves tales of family life, anecdote, lore and history into this illuminating personal portrait of Iceland.
The Snow People
Spirited, enthusiastic and sympathetic, Marie Herbert tells the fascinating story of two years of Arctic adventure: in doing so she has written an important anthropological account of a vanishing way of life.
The Prose Edda: Tales from Norse Mythology
Written in Iceland a century after the close of the Viking Age, The Prose Edda is the source of most of what we know of Norse mythology.
Penguin Historical Atlas of the Vikings
The history of the Vikings told through a series of innovative maps and excellent photographs. This book traces the routes of the ninth-century Viking merchants and explorers throughout Europe and onto the New World.
The Blue Fox: A Novel
Winner of the Nordic Council Literature Prize, Sjón is a celebrated Icelandic poet and novelist. Set in 1883 in Iceland, follow the priest, Skugga-Baldur, on his hunt for the enigmatic blue fox.
The Northmen, The Viking Saga
Viking historian John Haywood delves into the Vikings’ age of expansion (793 CE -1241 CE). His magisterial chronicle answers myriad questions about the Vikings, their technology, their society and why it went into decline.
Independent People, An Epic
Rich in local color, this great mock-epic by the Icelandic Nobel Prize-winner features the indelible Bjartur of Summerhouses, a hard-headed, independent-minded sheep farmer.
Unikkaaqtuat: An Introduction to Inuit Myths and Legends
This definitive collection of Inuit legends is thoughtfully introduced and carefully annotated to provide the historical and cultural context in which to understand this rich oral tradition.
The Ice At The End of the World
In The Ice at the End of the World, Jon Gertner explains how Greenland has evolved from one of earth's last frontiers to its largest scientific laboratory.
Insight Guide Iceland
This guide emphasizes culture and history, with wonderful photographs, maps and essays from experts.
Nordic Runes: Understanding, Casting, and Interpreting the Ancient Viking Oracle
A comprehensive and practical guide to the ancient oracle based on the runic alphabet of the Norse. Nordic runes are a potent and profoundly transformative magic system that gives contemporary readers access to the ancient wisdom tradition of Northern European cultures.
The Greenlanders
Pulitzer Prize winner and bestselling author Jane Smiley’s The Greenlanders is an enthralling novel in the epic tradition of the old Norse sagas.
The History of Iceland
Gunnar Karlsson, Icelands premier historian, chronicles the age of the Sagas, consulting them to describe an era without a monarch or central authority.
Beyond the Northlands: Viking Voyages and the Old Norse Sagas
Beyond the Northands explores this world through the stories that the Vikings told about themselves in their sagas.
Song of the Vikings, Snorri and the Making of Norse Myths
Brown brings to life not just the great Norse tales of medieval Iceland but also the life and times of the worldly Icelandic chieftain, known as the "Homer of the North."
Iceland: Land of the Sagas
Circumnavigating Iceland in summer and winter, Krakauer and Roberts encounter tales of monks and Vikings, outlaws and adventurers, trolls and witches. While touring and photographing, they discover the myths and legends of Iceland's stirring history.
Letters from Iceland
Written with fellow poet Louis MacNiece, this quirky, under-appreciated masterpiece captures the spirit of Iceland, its people and landscapes.
A Viking Voyage
An unforgettable adventure story that will take you to the heart of some of the most magnificent, unspoiled territory on earth, and even deeper, to the heart of a journey like no other.
North: The New Nordic Cuisine of Iceland
Catering to a rising interest in Nordic cuisine, this cookbook celebrates Iceland’s food alongside its haunting landscapes, portrayed in starkly beautiful, full-color photos.
Meals
43 Meals
15 Breakfasts
14 Lunches
14 Dinners
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Low Fat, Low Salt
Lodging
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Display
- Jul 10, 2023 - Jul 26, 2023
2 nights
Reykjavik
Modern boutique hotel in central Reykjavik. Its location on the marina's quayside, in the art district, offers easy access to both the city and the sea. National Gallery of Iceland, Reykjavik Art Museum, Cathedral of Christ the King, and Hljómskálagarður Park are all within walking distance.
12 nights
Mississauga
Adventure Canada's Ocean Endeavour is designed for both comfort and practicality. The ship sports twenty Zodiacs, advanced navigation equipment, and excellent maneuverability so that you can explore remote Arctic environments up close and personal. On the boat, you'll travel in style. Enjoy the views from the top deck observation room, or keep warm in the two saunas and the hot tub. The Ocean Endeavour combines the luxury of a top-notch hotel with access to some of Canada's most secluded wonders.
1 night
Toronto
The hotel is the only full service hotel located in Toronto's Pearson International Airport. A climate controlled walkway connects to Terminal 3, with access to Terminal 1 and the Union Express Train to downtown Toronto just a short distance away. The hotel is a 25-minute drive from downtown Toronto.
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