Day 1 - Saturday - Aug 15, 2026
Welcome to the capital of Greenland. Today begins with a flight from New York to Nuuk, Greenland's colorful capital. It has a population of 18,000, and features a striking mix of old and new buildings. Your expedition ship awaits you in the harbor. After being welcomed aboard and collecting your complimentary expedition jacket, it's time to settle into your cabin and enjoy your first dinner aboard.
Day 2 - Sunday - Aug 16, 2026
Day 3 - Monday - Aug 17, 2026
Day 4 - Tuesday - Aug 18, 2026
The Wonders of West Greenland. The first chapter of our journey encompasses the majestic coast of West Greenland. Over the next three days you'll experience some of the most iconic sites in all of Greenland. Our objectives include: Evighedsfjord: As we head north, we plan to offer an exploration day in the magical and pristine Evighedsfjord near Maniitsoq. We'll determine on the day what adventures we can take part in. The 'Fjord of Eternity' is fed by an ice cap that calves huge icebergs into its 2,300-foot deep waters. It's surrounded by mist-cloaked mountains with beautiful white ridges, punctuated by crystal blue ice caves. Sisimiut: Sisimiut is Greenland's second city, situated in a spectacular location just above the Arctic Circle. This area has history spanning more than 4,500 years, and old traditions are alive and well. Learn more about ancient Saqqaq artifacts in the local museum or stretch your legs on a hike. If you're looking for a special souvenir, pick up a scarf, hat, or mittens made of qiviut, the inner wool of the musk ox that's said to be ten times warmer than sheep's wool. Ilulissat: Nestled at the edge of the magnificent Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is Ilulissat. Here you'll find an ever-changing gallery of passing icebergs set against a backdrop of colorful houses. In town you can visit a multitude of shops selling local crafts, and on the outskirts walking trails take you along the epic icefjord.
Day 5 - Wednesday - Aug 19, 2026
Watch for wildlife and get involved in Citizen Science. Leaving Greenland behind, we spend two days at sea crossing Baffin Bay towards Nunavut. Gain authentic insight into Inuit culture and heritage with the onboard cultural ambassadors. Their stories reveal the Inuit people's profound connection to the land, shaped by generations of tradition and resilience. Meanwhile, your Expedition Team leads lectures on topics such as Arctic wildlife and the history of exploration in the region. You can also take part in Citizen Science, such as the GLOBE Program, where you'll observe clouds to help scientists study our climate.
Day 6 - Thursday - Aug 20, 2026
Day 7 - Friday - Aug 21, 2026
Day 8 - Saturday - Aug 22, 2026
Day 9 - Sunday - Aug 23, 2026
Day 10 - Monday - Aug 24, 2026
| Prince Leopold Island, Nunavut, Canada, Canada |
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Entering into the Northwest Passage. Following our crossing of Baffin Bay, we find ourselves in the Eastern Canadian Arctic. The main waterway of this area is Lancaster Sound (Tallurutiup Imanga), the eastern gates to the Northwest Passage. This chapter of our exploration is likely to be action-packed, with excursions planned on each of the four days we hope to spend in and around this area. Remember: all our excursion plans depend on the weather and ice but, conditions permitting, our days will be filled with excitement and discovery. Excursion stops and local highlights we hope to share with you include: Pond Inlet (Mittimatalik), Dundas Harbour, Croker Bay, Beechey Island, Prince Leopold Island (Appait).
Day 11 - Tuesday - Aug 25, 2026
| Cruising Bellot Strait, Canada |
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Navigate the dividing line between east and west. The "Rubicon" of the Canadian Arctic, dividing east from west, is the infamous Bellot Strait. This narrow body of water separates the northernmost part of mainland North America from Somerset Island, one of the largest islands in the Canadian Arctic archipelago. Bellot Strait is approximately 15 nautical miles long and just over half a mile wide at its narrowest point. Our ability to navigate this passage will be determined by ice and weather conditions.
Day 12 - Wednesday - Aug 26, 2026
Day 13 - Thursday - Aug 27, 2026
Day 14 - Friday - Aug 28, 2026
| Cruising Coronation Gulf, Canada |
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Day 15 - Saturday - Aug 29, 2026
Day 16 - Sunday - Aug 30, 2026
Day 17 - Monday - Aug 31, 2026
Spend eight days exploring the western section of the fabled Northwest Passage. Over the next eight days, in this section of our voyage we'll transit through three distinct regions-Nunavut, Northwest Territories, and Yukon-and two traditional Inuit Territories-Inuvialuit and Nunavut. During our time here, we anticipate up to five days of shore excursions and four transit days. Excursion stops and local highlights we hope to be able to visit include: Gjoa Haven (Uqsuqtuuq), Cambridge Bay (Iqaluktuuttiaq), Coronation Gulf, Ulukhaktok, Smoking Hills, Herschel Island.
Day 18 - Tuesday - Sep 1, 2026
| Captain's Choice, United States |
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Day 19 - Wednesday - Sep 2, 2026
| Captain's Choice, United States |
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Day 20 - Thursday - Sep 3, 2026
| Cruising the Beaufort Sea |
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Day 21 - Friday - Sep 4, 2026
Day 22 - Saturday - Sep 5, 2026
| Cruising the Bering Strait |
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Science and wildlife watching at sea. As we navigate the Beaufort Sea and Bering Strait, these days at sea provide the perfect opportunity to reflect on your journey and make the most of your ship's facilities. Immerse yourself in the onboard Science and Education program and contribute to real-world research through Citizen Science. Or simply take time to relax - enjoy a drink with fellow explorers, watch the world drift by from the hot tub, or soothe your body and mind in the sauna. Keep an eye out for bowhead and grey whales as we cross the Beaufort Sea to Point Barrow, the northernmost point of the United States. If sea ice is present, we may also see congregations of pacific walrus on the ice floes. In the Beaufort Sea, seasonal sea ice can fluctuate. If the sea ice levels are greater than the seasonal average, it will likely affect the speed we can sail through. Expecting the unexpected is all part of the expedition experience. The highlights of this transit include: Beaufort Sea, Bering Strait, International Date Line, Wildlife watching.
Day 23 - Sunday - Sep 6, 2026
| Cruising the Bering Strait |
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Day 24 - Monday - Sep 7, 2026
Learn about Alaska's "golden" past. Prospectors first came to Nome in 1898, and people still hunt for gold here today. You'll see evidence of the Gold Rush era all around, including abandoned dredges, turn-of-the century steam engines, and old railroad tracks, lending the town a unique and intriguing atmosphere. Wyatt Earp, the famous sheriff, opened a saloon here. Nome was also the end point of three of Roald Amundsen's great polar expeditions. From here, you'll take a flight to Seattle for an overnight stay.
Day 25 - Tuesday - Sep 8, 2026
End your adventure in the Emerald City. Waking up in your hotel in Seattle marks the end of your adventure through the Arctic labyrinth. After breakfast, and if you have time before your onward journey, why not explore the Emerald City and see what it has to offer? Why not take a stroll through the nine-acre Olympic Sculpture Park for incredible views of Puget Sound and the surrounding mountains, admiring the work of renowned artists as you go. For a feast of the senses, visit the famous Pike Place Market. Operating for over a century, this lively farmer's market boasts everything from buskers and bars to salmon-throwing fishmongers.
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