17 Sept 2027
Twin share
£7,405pp
Single from £11,145
Escorted tour
Complete East Greenland Expedition Cruise – 12 Days
Tasiilaq, Ittoqqortoormiit and Northeast Greenland National Park aboard a polar ship.
12 days
From £7,405
Tour overview
This 12-day expedition cruise explores the wild, ice-filled coast of East Greenland. An expert expedition team leads Zodiac landings and lectures aboard the polar-class Ocean Albatros. You spend eleven nights on board, with all meals included.
From Reykjavik you cross the Denmark Strait to the Ammassalik Fjord, visiting the village of Kuummiut and Tasiilaq, East Greenland's largest settlement. You sail north to Ittoqqortoormiit, one of the most remote communities on earth.
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Three days in Northeast Greenland National Park, the largest national park in the world, bring Zodiac cruises among icebergs and the chance to see musk oxen, walrus and polar bears. You return along the volcanic Blosseville Coast to Reykjavik.
The physical rating is medium. This cruise suits adventurous travellers who want to explore one of the Arctic's last wildernesses.
Trip highlights
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The Denmark Strait (Day 2)
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Kuummiut (Day 3)
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Tasiilaq (Day 4)
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Ittoqqortoormiit (Day 6)
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Northeast Greenland National Park (Days 7–9)
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The Blosseville Coast (Days 10–11)
Your route
9 stops from Reykjavik to Reykjavik
- Reykjavik Days 1–2
- Kuummiut Day 3
- Ikateq Day 3
- Tasiilaq Days 4–5
- Ittoqqortoormiit Day 6
- Liverpool Land Day 7
- Northeast Greenland Days 7–9
- Blosseville Coast Days 10–11
- Reykjavik Day 12
Why choose this tour
Three days in the world's largest national park. A modern polar-class ship.
Best suited to
- Adventurous travellers
- Wildlife lovers
- Photographers
- Polar enthusiasts
Day-by-day itinerary
12 days from Reykjavik, Iceland to Reykjavik, Iceland
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Day 1 · Reykjavik Reykjavik
Board the ship.
- Hotel
- Ocean Albatros
- Meals
- Dinner
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Day 2 · Denmark Strait At sea
Across the strait.
- Hotel
- Ocean Albatros
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3 · Ammassalik Fjord, Kuummiut, Ikateq Kuummiut
A fjord village.
- Hotel
- Ocean Albatros
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 · Tasiilaq Tasiilaq
A trading post.
- Hotel
- Ocean Albatros
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5 · Greenland Sea At sea
Seabirds and whales.
- Hotel
- Ocean Albatros
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6 · Ittoqqortoormiit Ittoqqortoormiit
A remote community.
- Hotel
- Ocean Albatros
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7 · Northeast Greenland National Park National park
Ice and wildlife.
- Hotel
- Ocean Albatros
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 8 · Northeast Greenland National Park National park
Zodiac cruising.
- Hotel
- Ocean Albatros
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 9 · Northeast Greenland National Park National park
Musk oxen country.
- Hotel
- Ocean Albatros
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 10 · Blosseville Coast Blosseville Coast
A volcanic coast.
- Hotel
- Ocean Albatros
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 11 · Blosseville Coast Blosseville Coast
Heading south.
- Hotel
- Ocean Albatros
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 12 · Reykjavik Reykjavik
Leave the ship.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- East Greenland (11 nights) Ocean Albatros
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 Albatros
- Meals 11 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 11 dinners
- Zodiac landings and cruises
- Expedition team lectures and guiding
- Transfers in Reykjavik
Not included
- Flights
- Optional adventure activities
- 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 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 £7,405 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.
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.
Will I see polar bears?
It is possible in the national park, but sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Which meals are included?
All meals on board.
What is the ship like?
A modern polar-class expedition ship with observation decks and cabins with views.
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