Ultimate Greenland Exploration

Newfoundland, an island in Canada, is known for its stunning coastal scenery and rich cultural heritage. The vibrant city of St. John’s, one of North America’s oldest, features colourful row houses, the iconic Signal Hill, and the historic Cabot Tower, offering panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Exploring beyond the city, visitors can discover Gros Morne National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site with dramatic fjords, cliffs, and diverse wildlife. The island’s picturesque fishing villages, such as Twillingate, are perfect for whale watching and iceberg spotting. Newfoundland’s blend of natural beauty and unique culture makes it an unforgettable destination.

St. John's, the vibrant capital of Newfoundland and Labrador, is known for its colorful row houses and friendly streets. As the easternmost point in North America, this city offers breathtaking views from Signal Hill, where Marconi received the first transatlantic wireless signal.

For those interested in maritime history, the Rooms museum provides insights into the rich cultural heritage of Newfoundland and Labrador through extensive exhibits and artifacts. Nearby, Cape Spear Lighthouse stands as the continent's oldest surviving lighthouse, offering panoramic views of the Atlantic. Nature lovers can relish coastal walks that offer glimpses of icebergs, seabirds, and whales, depending on the season.

Each Seabourn ship offers a choice of dining venues to suit your mood of the moment. All dining venues are complimentary, and nearly all are open-seating, inviting you to dine where, when, and with whom you wish. Complimentary fine wines are poured with lunch and dinner, and there is never an extra charge for any dining choice. You can even enjoy a meal in your suite or on your veranda.

Red Bay, located in Labrador, Canada, is a historic fishing village with a rich maritime heritage. It is best known for its Basque whaling history, which is preserved at the Red Bay National Historic Site. Visitors can explore artifacts, including well-preserved whaling boats and tools, offering a glimpse into the 16th-century whaling industry.

The town's scenic coastal setting provides opportunities for hiking and enjoying stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. Whale watching and iceberg spotting are popular activities in the area. The nearby Tracey Hill Trail offers panoramic vistas and is perfect for nature enthusiasts. Red Bay combines historical intrigue with natural beauty for a memorable visit.

The Lower Savage Islands, situated in the Arctic waters of Nunavut, Canada, offer a remote and unspoilt natural experience. These islands are part of the larger Arctic Archipelago and are known for their rugged landscapes, including rocky shores and icy waters. The islands are a haven for Arctic wildlife, with frequent sightings of polar bears, seals, and various seabirds.

Due to their remote location, the Lower Savage Islands are accessible primarily by specialised expedition cruises. Visitors can enjoy unique opportunities for wildlife photography, birdwatching, and experiencing the stark beauty of the Arctic environment. The islands provide an unparalleled adventure for those seeking to explore one of the most pristine and isolated regions on Earth.

Monumental Island, located in the Canadian Arctic, is renowned for its dramatic landscapes and incredible wildlife. This remote island offers a pristine habitat for polar bears and walruses, making it a popular destination for wildlife enthusiasts. The island's rocky shores and icy waters provide excellent opportunities for observing these majestic creatures in their natural environment.

In addition to its wildlife, Monumental Island features stunning natural scenery with rugged cliffs and expansive views of the Arctic Ocean. The island's isolation and untouched beauty offer a unique experience for adventurous visitors seeking to explore one of Canada's most captivating and remote Arctic locations.

Lady Franklin Island, located in the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, is an uninhabited island known for its rugged beauty and diverse wildlife. The island's rocky shores and icy waters provide a pristine habitat for polar bears, seals, and various seabirds, making it a fascinating destination for wildlife enthusiasts.

Visitors can explore the island's dramatic landscapes, characterised by steep cliffs and glacial formations. The surrounding waters are ideal for spotting marine life and offer excellent opportunities for kayaking and photography. Lady Franklin Island's remote and untouched environment provides a unique glimpse into the Arctic's natural splendour.

Make yourself at home with delightful daily diversions that add to our fleet’s private yacht-like atmosphere. Embrace this moment and indulge – spending the day pampering yourself in the spa or soaking in a Pure Pampering ℠ bath drawn by your attentive suite host. Meditate upon the vast views that surround you from a yoga mat, the ship’s bow, or your private veranda.

Each Seabourn ship offers a choice of dining venues to suit your mood of the moment. All dining venues are complimentary, and nearly all are open-seating, inviting you to dine where, when, and with whom you wish. Complimentary fine wines are poured with lunch and dinner, and there is never an extra charge for any dining choice. You can even enjoy a meal in your suite or on your veranda.

The small town of Sisimiut is typical of Greenland, boasting bewitching panoramas with colourful stilt houses dotting the undulating landscape. The town centre is home to a number of historic buildings, a small church and a museum which retraces the history of the Inuit people, as well as many craft shops.

Sisimiut's vast back country offers excellent opportunities for hiking and fishing, and during the summer visitors can walk the trail used for the Polar Circle Marathon, one of the toughest endurance events in the world. Small ships will dock while large ships will anchor offshore.

Located in western Greenland, Kangerlussuaq is the country's main air transport hub. Thanks to an American military base turned international airport it has become a transit point for travellers seeking adventure in the Far North.

Just a few dozen kilometres from here it is possible to get close to the Greenland ice sheet, the largest body of ice in the Northern Hemisphere. From Kangerlussuaq, visitors can also admire the superb landscapes of tundra in autumnal colours, where Arctic hares, musk oxen, Arctic foxes, reindeer, falcons and eagles live.

The small town of Sisimiut is typical of Greenland, boasting bewitching panoramas with colourful stilt houses dotting the undulating landscape. The town centre is home to a number of historic buildings, a small church and a museum which retraces the history of the Inuit people, as well as many craft shops.

Sisimiut's vast back country offers excellent opportunities for hiking and fishing, and during the summer visitors can walk the trail used for the Polar Circle Marathon, one of the toughest endurance events in the world. Small ships will dock while large ships will anchor offshore.

Evighedsfjorden means 'the fjord of eternity' and for good reason, just when you think you’ve reached the end of this stretch of sea measuring over 100 kilometres in length, it seems to go on forever, as though to bring even more pleasure to those sailing in it.

The spectacular scenery ranges from glaciers to tundra with an abundant flora, and jagged cliffs where numerous bird species have taken up residence. Take the time to observe the white-tailed eagles and the colonies of seagulls and black-legged kittiwakes flying overhead in the area.

Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, offers a unique blend of contemporary living and traditional Arctic culture. Situated at the mouth of one of the largest and most spectacular fjord systems in the world, the city is a gateway to vast icebergs and remote Inuit communities. Nuuk's cultural significance is highlighted at the Greenland National Museum, which showcases artefacts from the Saqqaq culture and well-preserved mummies from Qilakitsoq.

Urban life in Nuuk is vibrant yet intimate, with local cafes and shops offering a taste of modern Greenlandic life. The city's backdrop of sharp peaks and the nearby Sermitsiaq mountain provide a constant reminder of Greenland’s rugged natural beauty. Explore the fjord and gain a direct view of ice floes and marine wildlife, while discovering both culture and adventure in this remote city.

The largest town in southern Greenland, colourful Qaqortoq rises steeply over the fjord system around the city, offering breath-taking panoramic vistas of the surrounding mountains, deep, blue sea, Lake Tasersuag, icebergs in the bay, and pastoral backcountry. Ships will anchor offshore and tender guests to shore.

Top Things to Do in Qaqortoq:

• hike around Lake Tasersuaq
• visit the Norse ruins at Hvalsey Church
• tour the Qaqortoq Art Walk
• bathe in the hot springs on Uunartoq Island
• visit the Qaqortoq Museum
  

Hvalsey, located in southern Greenland, is home to the best-preserved Norse ruins in the country, offering a fascinating glimpse into Greenland’s Viking history. The Hvalsey Church, built in the 14th century, stands as a remarkable testament to medieval Norse architecture and is the site of the last recorded Norse wedding in Greenland in 1408.

Hvalsey is part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kujataa farming complex, which highlights the unique agricultural practices of both Norse and Inuit cultures in the subarctic region. The surrounding area is characterised by stunning natural beauty, with rugged landscapes, fjords, and lush valleys that contrast with the ancient stone structures. Visitors can explore the ruins and the serene Greenlandic countryside, gaining insight into the life of the Norse settlers who once inhabited this remote part of the world.

Nanortalik is located on a small island in the southern tip of Greenland. It is an adventurer's wonderland with vertical cliff walls, sheets of floating sea ice and a plethora of Arctic wildlife, including seals and Minke, humpback and fin whales. Sometimes polar bears can also be spotted on the offshore flow of ice. Ships will anchor offshore and tender guests to shore.

Top Things to Do in Nanortalik:

• visit the Nanortalik museum
• take a cruise amongst the ice bergs
• join a boat tour of the Tasermiut Fjord
• take a hike through the beautiful scenery

Prince Christian Sound or Prins Christian Sund is a dramatically picturesque fjord in the south of Greenland with gorgeous glaciers, steep mountains reaching over 2,200 metres, crystal-clear waterfalls fed by the ice sheet and untouched wildlife.

Here, whales swim along the iceberg-dotted shores and bearded seals love to lie on the floating ice to soak up the sunshine.

Bright blue and purple flowers come out during the summer and visitors may get to witness an aurora borealis, a stunning light show put on by the polar night.

On the King Frederick VI Coast of Greenland’s southeast quadrant, the semi-circular Umivik Bay is carved out just north of the Denmark Strait. Unlike the sheer cliffs and rugged terrain presented by much of the coastline, the shores inside the bay are smooth and the massive Greenland Ice Sheet comes right down to the shore in undulating slopes. This profile persuaded Fritjof Nansen to select the bay as the starting point of his successful 1888 expedition to cross Greenland over the ice sheet. There are several large islands in the bay, including Uppernattivik Island smack in the middle. There are calving glaciers to survey and a landing is possible here as well.

Situated on Ammassalik Island and facing the beautiful King Oscar Fjord, Tasiilaq is East Greenland’s main town and one of the most isolated inhabited places in the world. Its brightly coloured buildings lie beautifully by a bay, surrounded by pointed mountains that reach towards the sky.

In summer, the green meadows are an amazing contrast to the millions of icebergs you find in the Sermilik Fjord just a few miles away. It is a hiker's paradise where you will find green valleys, icebergs in many shades, whales, beautiful views, and high mountain peaks.

Make yourself at home with delightful daily diversions that add to our fleet’s private yacht-like atmosphere. Embrace this moment and indulge – spending the day pampering yourself in the spa or soaking in a Pure Pampering ℠ bath drawn by your attentive suite host. Meditate upon the vast views that surround you from a yoga mat, the ship’s bow, or your private veranda.

Grundarfjordur is a picturesque town situated on the fjord of Beidafjordur on the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. This charming fishing village is located right next to Kirkjufell mountain, the most photographed mountain in Iceland. Ships will dock at the Port of Grundarfjordur.

Top Things to Do in Grundarfjordur:

• take a scenic drive along the Snæfellsnes Peninsula
• enjoy a cruise in Breidafjordur Bay
• visit the Bjarnarhofn Shark Farm
• explore the town of Stykkisholmur
• visit Helgafell, the holy mountain

Reykjavik, the vibrant capital of Iceland, offers a blend of natural beauty and cultural richness. Begin your day exploring the striking Hallgrímskirkja church, with its panoramic city views from the tower. Wander through the colorful streets of the Old Harbor, where you can find quirky shops, cozy cafes, and stunning views of Mount Esja.

Don't miss the Harpa Concert Hall, an architectural marvel on the waterfront, or a visit to the National Museum for a deep dive into Icelandic history. Recharge at one of Reykjavik's many geothermal pools, like the Blue Lagoon, just a short drive from the city. Wrap up your visit with a stroll along the scenic Sun Voyager sculpture, capturing the spirit of adventure and discovery.