10 Jun 2027
Twin share
£10,060pp
Single from £14,850
Escorted tour
Greenland Explorer Expedition Cruise – 12 Days
Southern Greenland's fjords, Prins Christian Sund and Nuuk aboard a polar ship.
12 days
From £9,940
Tour overview
This 12-day expedition cruise sails around the southern tip of Greenland from east to west. An expert expedition team leads Zodiac landings and lectures aboard the polar-class Ocean Victory. You spend eleven nights on board, with all meals included and a flight from Kangerlussuaq to Copenhagen at the end.
Crossing from Reykjavik, you visit Tasiilaq and the wartime ruins at Ikateq, then explore the iceberg-filled Sermilik Fjord and the remote fjord of Skjoldungen.
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You sail through the spectacular Prins Christian Sund, visit Qassiarsuk, where Erik the Red settled, and continue north to Nuuk, Greenland's small but lively capital. A visit to Kangaamiut and the Evighedsfjorden ends at Kangerlussuaq.
The physical rating is medium. This cruise suits travellers who want to see Greenland's fjords, villages and Norse history.
Trip highlights
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Tasiilaq (Day 3)
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Sermilik Fjord (Day 5)
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Prins Christian Sund (Day 7)
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Norse Qassiarsuk (Day 8)
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Nuuk (Day 10)
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Evighedsfjorden (Day 11)
Your route
12 stops from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq
- Reykjavik Days 1–2
- Tasiilaq Day 3
- Kuummiit Day 4
- Sermilik Fjord Day 5
- Skjoldungen Day 6
- Aappilattoq Day 7
- Qassiarsuk Days 8–9
- Igaliku Day 8
- Nuuk Day 10
- Kangaamiut Day 11
- Evighedsfjorden Day 11
- Kangerlussuaq Day 12
Why choose this tour
East to west around southern Greenland. A flight to Copenhagen included.
Best suited to
- Adventurous travellers
- History lovers
- Photographers
- Polar enthusiasts
Day-by-day itinerary
12 days from Reykjavik, Iceland to Copenhagen, Denmark
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Day 1 · Reykjavik Reykjavik
Board the ship.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Dinner
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Day 2 · Denmark Strait At sea
Across the strait.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3 · Tasiilaq Tasiilaq
East Greenland.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 · Ikateq, Kuummiit Ikateq
Wartime ruins.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5 · Sermilik Fjord Sermilik Fjord
An iceberg fjord.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6 · Skjoldungen Skjoldungen
A remote fjord.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7 · Prins Christian Sund, Appilaattoq Prins Christian Sund
A spectacular strait.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 8 · Qassiarsuk, Itilleq Qassiarsuk
Erik the Red.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 9 · Labrador Sea At sea
North to Nuuk.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 10 · Nuuk Nuuk
The capital.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 11 · Kangaamiut, Evighedsfjorden Kangaamiut
The fjord of eternity.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 12 · Kangerlussuaq, Copenhagen Kangerlussuaq
Fly to Copenhagen.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Greenland (11 nights) Ocean Victory
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 11 nights aboard the Ocean Victory
- Meals 11 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 11 dinners
- Zodiac landings and cruises
- Expedition team lectures and guiding
- Flight from Kangerlussuaq to Copenhagen
Not included
- Flight to Reykjavik and from Copenhagen
- Optional kayaking
- Tips
- Travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You get seasick easily
- You want a fixed itinerary
- You want a budget trip
- You want international flights included — they are not
Good to know
Meals by day
Breakfast: Days 2–12 · Lunch: Days 2–11 · Dinner: Days 1–11
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Departures & prices
From £9,940 per person, twin share, tour only. 2 upcoming departures.
22 Jun 2028
Twin share
£9,940pp
Single from £14,635
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.
Do I need a visa?
No, UK citizens can visit Iceland and Greenland visa-free for short stays. Check the latest entry requirements before travel.
What are the Zodiac landings like?
Small inflatable boats take you ashore; landings depend on weather and ice and are led by the expedition team.
Is the flight to Copenhagen included?
Yes, from Kangerlussuaq to Copenhagen at the end of the cruise.
Which meals are included?
All meals on board.
Can I kayak?
Yes, as an optional paid activity.
Who leads the cruise?
An expert expedition team.
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
4.7 on Trustpilot
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