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Arctic Highlights Northbound
Ready to sail straight into the Arctic’s greatest hits — in reverse? Over 15 epic days, you’ll kick things off in Reykjavík, Iceland’s legendary Land of Fire and Ice, before heading north toward the untouched wilds of Svalbard. Along the way, cruise past towering icebergs, explore fjords by Zodiac, and wander quiet tundra trails where few travellers have stepped. From whale sightings to Inuit culture and polar bear country, every day brings a new “wow” — until your journey wraps in Longyearbyen, deep in the high Arctic and a world away from the everyday.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Marine
Small-ship adventures on the world’s great seas, rivers, and other places only accessible by boat.
Physical Grading: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Merchandising: New Trips
Merchandising: Planeterra Project
Age requirements: 10+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Arctic Highlights Northbound - Itinerary
DAY 1
Reykjavik
Embark aboard the Expedition in the afternoon and depart Reykjavík in the late afternoon. Arrival transfer included. Drop off your checked luggage by 2pm at the joining hotel's luggage storage room and there will be a late afternoon transfer. Depart Reykjavik in the evening.
Embarkation of the Expedition:
In the afternoon, join your fellow passengers to take your group transfer and begin your journey on the Expedition. Please refer to your welcome letter or the joining instructions posted in the lobby of the start hotel. Make sure you have your passport handy as you are about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime.
Arrival Transfer:
Locate the G representative for your included arrival transfer.
Arctic Highlights Northbound - Itinerary
DAY 1
Reykjavik
Embark aboard the Expedition in the afternoon and depart Reykjavík in the late afternoon. Arrival transfer included. Drop off your checked luggage by 2pm at the joining hotel's luggage storage room and there will be a late afternoon transfer. Depart Reykjavik in the evening.
Embarkation of the Expedition:
In the afternoon, join your fellow passengers to take your group transfer and begin your journey on the Expedition. Please refer to your welcome letter or the joining instructions posted in the lobby of the start hotel. Make sure you have your passport handy as you are about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime.
Arrival Transfer:
Locate the G representative for your included arrival transfer.
What’s Included
- Arrival transfer
- Transfer from meeting point to ship (Reykjavík)
- 14 nts aboard the Expedition
- Visit to a local community (Greenland)
- Lectures and educational programs
- Zodiac excursions with our expert expedition team
- Departure transfer (Longyearbyen, depending on flight)
- Waterproof boots supplied for USA sizes 4 - 16
- Expedition parka.
- Aboard the Expedition in triple-, twin-share cabins, or suites (all with en suite bathrooms and porthole or window, 14 nts). Please note that all cabins consist of twin-size berths and are ocean-facing. Suites have one queen-size bed.
- 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 14 dinners
- Expedition, Zodiac, local bus, walking.
- One expedition team member per 10 guests.
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USEFUL INFO
What's Included
What's Included
Arrival transfer. Transfer from meeting point to ship (Reykjavík). 14 nts aboard the Expedition. Visit to a local community (Greenland). Lectures and educational programs. Zodiac excursions with our expert expedition team. Departure transfer (Longyearbyen, depending on flight). Waterproof boots supplied for USA sizes 4 - 16. Expedition parka.
What are the main highlights of this trip?
What are the main highlights of this trip?
Visit a local Greenland community in Ittoqqortoormiit, Sail through magnificent fjords, Learn about the Arctic from lectures and on-site briefings, Walk on the tundra searching for birds, keep an eye out for a variety of whale species, Explore the edges of an ice floe by Zodiac
Is there a disclaimer I should read before booking this trip?
Is there a disclaimer I should read before booking this trip?
The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.
VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you view a final copy of your Trip Details a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.
Is there an itinerary Disclaimer?
Is there an itinerary Disclaimer?
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.
Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
What important notes should I be aware of before the trip?
What important notes should I be aware of before the trip?
Please note: While it is our intention of adhere to the route described above , there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. On the first day onboard, your expedition leader will give you an expedition overview.
The Expedition is an adventure Expedition ship and does not offer an elevator
Please note:
BOOTS FOR ZODIAC LANDINGS:
- Complementary used waterproof boots will be supplied in the following sizes:
- USA size 4 -16
- EURO size 35 - 49
Please be advised that there are limited numbers of the smallest and largest sizes.
If you wish to bring your own boots, you should follow the guidelines below:
Rubber, waterproof boots that are just below your knees (12-16” high or 30-41cm) with a strong, ridged non-skid sole are essential for wet landings via Zodiac. You usually have to step from the Zodiac into water, which can be up to 1 ft or 30 cm high on most landings. Do not bring heavy, cumbersome boots that make it difficult to walk. Do not bring boots with metal cleats as they cannot be used for the landings. Try out your boots before your voyage.
The electricity onboard is 220AC electrical outlets, with European 2 pin round holes, as well as 110-volt shaving sockets in the bathroom for electric razors only. You may wish to bring an international adapter. A limited supply of electrical adapters are available to borrow free of charge at the Purser's Desk.
