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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 – Inuit History and Magnificent Fjords

Ilulissat to Narsarsuaq
11 Days from $12,890
Experience an 11-day cruise aboard M/S Balto from Ilulissat to Narsarsuaq and discover the history of the Inuit culture and Norse history. Enjoy true micro cruising as you navigate through secluded fjord systems and hidden anchorages.
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Beautiful artic mountains at sunset.

Greenland & Wild Labrador

Kangerlussuaq to St. John's
15 Days from $8,995
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 will blow your mind, and learn a lot about the cultural connections to the land.
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Glacial ice in Greenland

South Greenland Adventure: The Majestic Alpine Arctic

Toronto to Toronto
13 Days from $13,295
Join a 13-day roundtrip expedition cruise to Toronto 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

Reykjavik to Toronto
13 Days from $10,095
Embark on a 13-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik to Toronto 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

Roundtrip Toronto
15 Days from $21,695
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

Kangerlussuaq to Halifax
17 Days from $20,580
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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Greenland Odyssey

Greenland and Iceland
17 Days from $17,795
Experience the world's largest island on this 10-day Greenland Odyssey Cruise aboard Sylvia Earle. Discover the grandeur of Greenland featuring towering peaks and glaciers reaching the coast against a backdrop of clear blue skies.
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Late summer in West Greenland

Iceland to Greenland: In the Wake of the Vikings

Reykjavik - Kangerlussuatsiaq
13 Days from $5,395
Board the Ocean Endeavour to follow in the footsteps of the Vikings on this exceptional 12-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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Stunning landscapes in Prince Christian Sound

Natural Wonders of Greenland - Tour 1

Reykjavik - Kangerlussuaq
11 Days from $7,930
This 11-day cruise aboard the MS Seaventure will take you from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq, passing through Prince Christian Sound, touring Nuuk, and experiencing the breathtaking Ilulissat Ice Fjord.
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A polar bear wanders onto an iceberg in Greenland

Greenland In Depth

Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq
13 Days from $10,580
Explore on a 13-day Greenland discovery cruise aboard SH Vega. Learn more about the way of life in West Greenland.
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Greenland OdysseyCustom Label$1779517Jul 6, 2024Experience the world's largest island on this 10-day Greenland Odyssey Cruise aboard Sylvia Earle. Discover the grandeur of Greenland featuring …
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Wild Landscapes of West GreenlandSavings$2169515Aug 15, 2025Join the 15-day expedition cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle, beginning in Nuuk, Greenland's northern capital. Beyond Nuuk, sparse settlements line the …
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South Greenland Adventure: The Majestic Alpine ArcticCustom Label$1329513Jul 29, 2025Join a 13-day roundtrip expedition cruise to Toronto on the Ultramarine. Explore South Greenland's stunning alpine peaks and remote ridges through …
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Natural Wonders of Greenland - Tour 1Custom Label$793011Jul 19, 2024This 11-day cruise aboard the MS Seaventure will take you from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq, passing through Prince Christian Sound, touring Nuuk, and …
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Heart of the ArcticSavings$599513Jul 22, 2024This 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 …
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Traversing the Northwest PassageSavings$4439529Aug 27, 2025Join this 29-day Northwest Passage expedition aboard Sylvia Earle and encounter enigmatic Arctic wildlife, including walrus, beluga whale, polar …
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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea RouteCustom Label$1839517Aug 26, 2025Embark on a 17-day cruise from Toronto to Calgary aboard Ultramarine, retracing the Franklin Expedition's path in the Northwest Passage. Explore the …
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In the Wake of Eric the RedSavings$739011Jul 29, 2024Embark on a remarkable 11-day Arctic cruise aboard the Ocean Albatros, tracing the path of the legendary explorer, Eric the Red, from Reykjavík to …
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Iceland to Greenland: In the Wake of the VikingsSavings$539513Jul 12, 2025Board the Ocean Endeavour to follow in the footsteps of the Vikings on this exceptional 12-day expedition cruise across the Arctic region. Depart …
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Glaciers of GreenlandCustom Label$1079911Aug 5, 2024Cruise from Reykjavik to Greenland for 11 days on World Voyager. Explore breathtaking landscapes, cultural treasures, and wildlife encounters. Visit …
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Greenland is an isolated island-country. This article will give you an overview of the unique cuisine, modern and pre-modern history, wildlife, politics, and weather.
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The Arctic brings to mind scenes of ice, snow, and barren stretches of land. Though it is a remote part of the world, it offers travelers so much more than these things! Intriguing culture, remarkable wildlife, fascinating history, and breathtaking landscape are all experienced during a visit to the Arctic.
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