15 Sep 2027
Twin share
£11,265pp
Escorted tour
Greenland to Newfoundland Expedition: Arctic & Vikings – 14 Days
A small-ship expedition from Greenland's icebergs to the Canadian Arctic, Labrador's Inuit communities and the Viking site of L'Anse aux Meadows.
14 days
From £11,265
Tour overview
This 14-day expedition cruise sails from the ice of west Greenland across the Davis Strait to the Canadian Arctic and down the coast of Labrador to Newfoundland, following the route of the Vikings a thousand years ago. You sail on Ocean Explorer, a small, ice-rated expedition ship carrying around 138 passengers, with a tour leader and a team of qualified expedition staff, including glaciologists, historians and wildlife specialists. Frequent Zodiac landings take you ashore. The trip includes one hotel night in Reykjavik, a charter flight to Kangerlussuaq, all meals on board with beer and house wine at dinner, and all landings and activities. It is offered on a single departure in September 2027.
After a night in Reykjavik, a charter flight takes you to Kangerlussuaq in Greenland to board the ship. You explore the west coast towns of Sisimiut and Maniitsoq, set among fjords, mountains and glaciers, and then Ilulissat, whose UNESCO-listed icefjord produces some of the largest icebergs in the northern hemisphere.
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Crossing the Davis Strait, with lectures from the onboard experts, you reach Nunavut, Canada's youngest territory. At Pangnirtung you meet a stronghold of Inuit culture, and at Cape Mercy you visit an isolated cove named by the English explorer John Davis in 1585. Two days follow in Torngat Mountains National Park, a wilderness of fjords, glaciers and Canada's highest peaks east of the Rockies, where polar bears and caribou roam.
At Nain, administrative capital of Nunatsiavut, you learn about Labrador Inuit heritage through exhibits and art. A day at sea watching for whales and seabirds leads to L'Anse aux Meadows, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the only confirmed Viking settlement in North America, where Norse explorers landed around 1000 CE. The voyage ends with a final day at sea ending in St John's, Newfoundland.
The physical rating is medium, as Zodiac landings involve climbing in and out of small boats and walking on uneven ground. Itineraries are flexible and depend on ice and weather. This trip suits adventurous travellers who want to experience the remote Arctic, its wildlife and its history from a comfortable small ship.
Trip highlights
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The icebergs of Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO site (Day 4)
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Inuit culture at Pangnirtung, Nunavut (Day 6)
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Two days in Torngat Mountains National Park (Days 8–9)
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Labrador Inuit heritage at Nain (Day 10)
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The Viking settlement at L'Anse aux Meadows (Day 12)
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Lectures and Zodiac landings with expedition experts
Your route
11 stops from Reykjavik to St. John's
- Reykjavik Day 1
- Kangerlussuaq Day 2
- Maniitsoq Day 3
- Sisimiut Day 3
- Ilulissat Days 4–5
- Pangnirtung Day 6
- Cape Mercy Day 7
- Torngat Mountains NP Days 8–9
- Nain Days 10–11
- L'Anse aux Meadows Days 12–13
- St. John's Day 14
Why choose this tour
A rare voyage linking Greenland, the Canadian Arctic and Newfoundland, with expert expedition staff. All meals on board, landings and the charter flight from Reykjavik included.
Best suited to
- Adventurous travellers drawn to the Arctic
- Wildlife and nature lovers
- History enthusiasts interested in the Vikings and the Inuit
- Travellers who prefer a small ship to a large cruise liner
Day-by-day itinerary
14 days from Reykjavik, Iceland to St John's, Canada
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Day 1 · Reykjavik Arrive in Reykjavik
Make your own way from Keflavík Airport to your hotel in central Reykjavik.
- Hotel
- Hotel in downtown Reykjavik
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Day 2 · Kangerlussuaq Fly to Greenland and board the ship
Take a charter flight to Kangerlussuaq and board the ship for a welcome and safety briefing.
- Hotel
- Ocean Explorer
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3 · Sisimiut, Maniitsoq Sisimiut and Maniitsoq
Explore two west Greenland towns surrounded by fjords, mountains and glaciers.
- Hotel
- Ocean Explorer
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 · Ilulissat Icefjord Ilulissat
See the vast icebergs of the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord.
- Hotel
- Ocean Explorer
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5 · Davis Strait Crossing the Davis Strait
A day at sea with lectures from the onboard polar experts.
- Hotel
- Ocean Explorer
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6 · Pangnirtung, Nunavut Pangnirtung
Arrive in the Canadian Arctic to visit the Inuit community of Pangnirtung.
- Hotel
- Ocean Explorer
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7 · Cape Mercy Cape Mercy
Visit an isolated cove at the tip of Cumberland Sound, named by John Davis in 1585.
- Hotel
- Ocean Explorer
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 8 · Torngat Mountains National Park Torngat Mountains
Explore the fjords and glaciers of Torngat Mountains National Park.
- Hotel
- Ocean Explorer
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 9 · Torngat Mountains National Park Torngat Mountains
A second day in the park, watching for polar bears, caribou and seabirds.
- Hotel
- Ocean Explorer
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 10 · Nain, Nunatsiavut Nain
Learn about Labrador Inuit heritage in the capital of Nunatsiavut.
- Hotel
- Ocean Explorer
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 11 · Labrador Sea At sea
Sail south along the Labrador coast, watching for whales and birdlife.
- Hotel
- Ocean Explorer
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 12 · L'Anse aux Meadows L'Anse aux Meadows
Visit the UNESCO-listed remains of the Viking settlement founded around 1000 CE.
- Hotel
- Ocean Explorer
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 13 · Atlantic Ocean At sea
A last day at sea, with final lectures, the spa and the outdoor hot tubs.
- Hotel
- Ocean Explorer
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 14 · St John's Arrive in St John's
The voyage ends in St John's, Newfoundland, after breakfast.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Reykjavik (1 night) Hotel in downtown Reykjavik
- At sea (12 nights) Ocean Explorer expedition ship
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 1 hotel night in Reykjavik and 12 nights on board
- Meals all meals on board, with beer and house wine at dinner
- Charter flight from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq
- Zodiac landings, shore excursions and lectures
- Tour leader and qualified expedition staff
Not included
- Flights to Reykjavik and from St John's
- Meals in Reykjavik
- Optional activities such as kayaking
- Tips, travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You want a fixed itinerary — landings depend on ice and weather
- You get seasick easily — the Davis Strait can be rough
- You want a traditional cruise with entertainment — this is an expedition
- You want flights from the UK included — they are not
Good to know
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Departures & prices
From £11,265 per person, twin share, tour only. 1 upcoming departure.
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
How big is the ship?
Ocean Explorer is a small, ice-rated expedition ship carrying around 138 passengers, with a spa, sauna and outdoor hot tubs.
When does it sail?
This voyage runs on a single departure in September 2027, late in the Arctic summer.
Will we see polar bears?
Possibly, especially in Torngat Mountains National Park, but wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
How active is the trip?
The physical rating is medium. You need to climb in and out of Zodiac boats and walk on uneven, sometimes wet ground.
Is the itinerary fixed?
No. The route and landings depend on ice, weather and wildlife, and the expedition leader may change plans for safety.
How do I get to Reykjavik and home from St John's?
Flights are not included. A specialist can book flights to Reykjavik and from St John's.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
ATOL protected
100% financially protected in a Trust bank account
PTS 6035
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Tailor-made option
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary