Welcome to the Land of Vikings: South & West Greenland and Disko Bay

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Mighty glaciers crumble, Viking settlements lie in ruins, and Inuit culture flourishes on Greenland’s west coast. This exceptional voyage departs from Reykjavík, Iceland and finishes in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland (or goes the other way around). Our explorations span the countless fjords of Greenland’s west coast from Cape Farewell, at the southern tip of the ...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • The largest collection of Greenlandic icebergs in Ilulissat
    • Inuit culture and dog sledding in remote fishing villages
    • Close encounters with humpback, fin and minke whales during their summer migration.
    • Hiking, kayaking or just relaxing admidst the pristine Arctic paradise.

What's this trip about?

    Mighty glaciers crumble, Viking settlements lie in ruins, and Inuit culture flourishes on Greenland’s west coast. This exceptional voyage departs from Reykjavík, Iceland and finishes in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland (or goes the other way around). Our explorations span the countless fjords of Greenland’s west coast from Cape Farewell, at the southern tip of the country, to Disko Bay, deep inside the Arctic Circle. Inside Greenland’s southern fjords we discover well-preserved Viking ruins and the country’s most fertile landscapes. Along Greenland’s west coast we find colorful Inuit villages, as well as the capital city of Nuuk. In Disko Bay we find spectacular natural wonders including the famous Ilulissat Icefjord.

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeGroup - max of 114 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityReykjavik, Iceland
End CityKangerlussuaq, Greenland

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Bird Watching
  • Educational/ Learning
  • Hiking
  • History
  • Kayaking
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Whale Watching
  • Wildlife Viewing

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 114

Trip includes

    • 1 pre-voyage night on Day 1 in a quality hotel in Ushuaia
    • Group transfer from the airport to the hotel on the day prior to embarkation
    • Group transfer to the ship for embarkation on Day 2
    • Shipboard accommodation
    • All meals on board throughout the voyage
    • Tea and coffee station 24 hours daily
    • All scheduled landings/excursions (subject to weather and ice conditions)
    • Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader & Expedition Team
    • Branded Poseidon Expeditions parka
    • Rubber boots for shore landings for the time of the cruise
    • Welcome and Farewell cocktails
    • All port fees
    • Group transfer to airport or central location right after disembarkation
    • Pre-departure materials
    • Digital Voyage Log
    • Wi-Fi on board

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Itinerary

Day 1: Reykjavik, Iceland

Welcome to Reykjavík, the capital of Iceland and starting point of our expedition cruise! Even though this country lies below the Arctic Circle, Reykjavik is the world's northernmost capital of a sovereign state. Visitors needn’t travel far to find geysers and waterfa...

Day 2: Reykjavik (Iceland), embarkation

This afternoon, meeting in the lobby for your transfer to the port and embarkation of the Sea Spirit. There’s time to get settled in and explore this ship, your home-away-from-home for the next ten days. After departure, keep an eye out for our first whales (humpback and Minke whales are most common) as we sail out of the picturesque bay.

Day 3-4: At sea

Enjoy a few restful days at sea, as we get ready for icebergs, Inuit villages, whales and much more! Along with our expedition team, watch for whales and seabirds from the deck, or participate in their presentations in the Oceanus Lounge on the flora, fauna, geology and cultural heritage to be found along West Greenland’s western coast.

Days 5-9: Exploring South and West Greenland

The Sea Spirit rounds Cape Farewell, the southernmost point in Greenland, and calls in at Greenland’s most southerly town Nanortalik. The town lies at the mouth of beautiful Tasermiut Fjord surrounded by steep mountains that flank an intricate fjord system. The local ...

Days 10-13: Exploring Disko Bay

Fjords and scenic Inuit villages shape the landscape of this icy region of western Greenland. The Sea Spirit holds her course north, and landings and activities are adapted to the current ice and weather conditions. Accordingly, we will plan to visit some of the follo...

Day 14: Disembarkation in Kangerlussuaq (Greenland); Homeward flights.

Our adventure finishes at the port of Kangerlussuaq. We disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport for our outbound flight and further connection flights home.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $5,648
Price per day$513
Last Updated: 3/11/2025

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Poseidon Expeditions.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Airfare
    • Transfers from the airport to the hotel if arriving prior to Day 1 of the program
    • Visa and passport fees (if applicable)
    • Luggage and trip cancellation insurance
    • Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages other than those for special events and celebrations
    • Personal expenses such as laundry and telephone calls
    • Fuel surcharge may be applied for all bookings
    • Mandatory Emergency Evacuation Insurance to a minimum benefit of US$ 200,000 per person
    • Staff gratuities
    • Kayaking, camping
    • The cost of any applicable medical tests (such as COVID-19) or vaccinations required either by a national government or Poseidon Expeditions before, during or after the cruise
    • Pre- or post-cruise travel expenses

Accommodation

Triple Suite US$ 7,595

Passengers: 3

Size: 21 M² (226 FT²)

Averaging 21 square metres/226 square feet, thesestaterooms have two twins and a comfortable sofabed. The twins also convert to a King, if desired. Located on Oceanus Deck, these suites have a picture window, two wardrobes and en suite facilities. Amenities include: in-room safe, refrigerator, satellite telephone access, TV/DVD, individual temperature control, and hair dryer.

Main Deck Suite US$ 10,495

Passengers: 2

Size: 23 M² (248 FT²)

Averaging 23 square metres/248 square feet, Main Deck cabins are equipped with either two twins or a King Size bed. They are located on the Main Deck with a minimum of two portholes for exterior views. Amenities include: en suite facilities, in-room safe, refrigerator, satellite telephone access, TV/DVD individual temperature control and hair dryer.

Classic Suite US$ 11,195

Passengers: 2

Size: 21 M² (226 FT²)

Averaging 21 square metres/226 square feet, these cabins are located on the Oceanus Deck. They feature a picture window, two wardrobes and a choice of either two twin beds or a King Size bed. Amenities include: en suite facilities, in-room safe, refrigerator, satellite telephone access, TV/DVD, individual temperature control and hair dryer.

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Superior Suite US$ 11,395

Passengers: 2

Size: 20 M² (215 FT²)

Superior Suites are located on the Club Deck. Averaging 20 square metres/ 215 square feet,  these cabins feature two twin beds or a King Size bed. The picture window overlooks an outside walkway on the Club Deck. Amenities include: en suite facilities, walk-in closet or wardrobe, in-room safe, refrigerator, satellite telephone access, TV/DVD, individual temperature control, hair dryer.

Deluxe Suite US$ 12,895

Passengers: 2

Size: 24 M² (258 FT²)

The Deluxe Suites with balconies are located on the Sports Deck. Averaging 24 square metres/ 258 square feet means plenty of room. Choose from either two twin beds or a King Size bed. A sliding glass door leads to a private balcony. These suites feature a walk-in closet or wardrobe. Amenities include en suite facilities, in-room safe, refrigerator, satellite telephone access, TV/DVD, individual temperature control, and a hair dryer.

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Premium Suite US$ 14,095

Passengers: 2

Size: 30 M² (323 FT²)

The Premium Suites are located on the Sun Deck. Averaging a generous 30 square metres/ 323 square feet, with two twin beds or a King Size bed. Access the private balcony by a sliding glass door. Amenities include: en suite facilities, lounge area, in-room safe, refrigerator, satellite telephone access, TV/DVD, individual temperature control, and hair dryer.

Owners Suite US$ 17,995

Passengers: 2

Size: 63 M² (678 FT²)

Super-spacious (63 square metres/ 678 square feet) elegant suite on the Sun Deck. Designed for entertaining, the Owner's Suite has a separate living room with game and meeting area. A BOSE stereo system provides background music, or watch videos on the HD plasma TV. Sliding glass doors lead to a private deck. Refresh in the jetted bathtub in en suite facilities. Slumber in the King Size bed. A sofa bed can accommodate a third person.

Ship & cabin information
MV Sea Spirit
Like some of the birds we see in the Arctic and Antarctica, our m/v Sea Spirit is migratory and follows the sun, northbound in the summer and southbound in the winter, always ready for spontaneous discoveries — a pod of whales, a family of polar bears or a glaciated mountain vista. She is highly maneuverable and capable of navigating the narrow fjords of East Greenland and entering the small bays of Spitsbergen. In 2017, she was renovated to offer a unique mixture of adventure and comfort for our sophisticated travelers. Onboard, we create a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for all our guests. They are united by one goal — to have a memorable wilderness experience and to become real polar adventurers. We believe that first-hand travel to such places makes one an ambassador for conservation, and helps strengthen our resolve to protect these natural environments for future generations.
Cancellation policy

All requests for cancellation must be made in writing. Depending on the time of your written cancellation receipt by Poseidon, different penalties will apply to the entire expedition booking.

Reservations canceled more than 120 days prior to departure are subject to:

  • USD 750/550 GBP/1000 AUD/650 EUR per person cancellation fee for cruises aboard m/v Sea Spirit
  • 5% per person cancellation fee for cruises aboard i/b 50 Years of Victory.
  • Reservations cancelled from 119 to 91 days prior to departure are subject to 20% per person cancellation fee.
  • Reservations cancelled 90 days or less prior to departure are subject to full fare forfeiture (cancellation fee is 100%).

It is highly recommended that all travellers purchase travel cancellation and interruption insurance as protection against emergency and force majeure events that could cause trip cancellation, trip delay, interruption, after departure coverage and lost baggage.

The services included in the Expedition Cruise rate are based on group participation and no refunds will be made for any part of the program in which passengers choose not to participate, including without limitation any helicopter flight time (for cruises aboard i/b 50 Years of Victory), Zodiac cruises or landings. It should be understood that refunds will not be made to passengers who do not complete the Expedition Cruise for any reason whatsoever.

Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
Visa requirements vary depending on your country of origin and your country of destination. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the relevant requirements. For a handy tool that can help you quickly find the requirements, please visit this link .
Meals Included

All meals aboard the ship, including water, coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. Other drinks additional charge.

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Optional Activities
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