Departure: Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
Arrival: Kugluktuk (Coppermine), Nunavut, Canada
Itinerary
Day 1: Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
Cross the Arctic Circle and begin your journey through Greenland’s spectacular glacial landscapes.
Days 2–3: Sisimiut Coast
Explore the rugged coastline of western Greenland and discover the rich cultural history of the Saqqaq, Dorset, and Thule peoples.
Day 4: Ilulissat
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ilulissat Icefjord and marvel at enormous icebergs calved from one of the world’s most active glaciers.
Day 5: Western Greenland
Hike the Arctic tundra between mountains and sea while learning about the landscape, wildlife, and ancestral connections of the region.
Day 6: Davis Strait
Spend a day at sea between Greenland and Baffin Island. Watch for whales and seabirds while enjoying onboard presentations and learning from Inuit educators and cultural ambassadors.
Days 7–9: Tallurutiup Imanga & Devon Island
Enter one of the Arctic’s most important marine environments, where narwhal, beluga, bowhead whales, seabirds, and other wildlife may be encountered. Explore Devon Island, the largest uninhabited island on Earth.
Day 10: Beechey Island
Step into Arctic history at the legendary site associated with Sir John Franklin’s ill-fated expedition and the many explorers who followed in its wake.
Day 11: Ikirahaq (Bellot Strait)
Navigate the narrow Bellot Strait, one of the most dramatic passages in the Canadian Arctic, where powerful currents bring together the eastern and western Arctic.
Days 12–15: Kitikmeot Region
Sail through the heart of the Northwest Passage, exploring remote Arctic landscapes and watching for muskoxen, caribou, seals, whales, and other wildlife.
Day 16: Iqaluktuuttiaq (Cambridge Bay)
Discover life in the Kitikmeot Region, visit the Canadian High Arctic Research Station, and experience local arts, crafts, and culture.
Day 17: Kugluktuk (Coppermine), Nunavut
Conclude your expedition in this welcoming Arctic community, where the Coppermine River meets the sea.
