Disko Bay and Thule Cruise
This comprehensive voyage offers us an unparalleled view of the scenic and cultural highlights of Greenland’s western coastline, from the magnificent Søndre Strømfjord to the remoteness of Qaanaaq, one of the northernmost settlements anywhere on Earth.

Travelling in comfort aboard the uniquely appointed MS Fram, designed and built specifically for exploration in these northern regions, we traverse a landscape of breathtaking beauty and diversity, enjoying a series of lectures and cultural visits that will make this journey through one of the planet’s least visited regions all the more spectacular.

Arctic wilderness and scenic land scapes
From Kangerlussuaq we sail along the breathtakingly beautiful Søndre Strømfjord to the thriving fishing community of Sisimiut. Visiting the traditional heart of this picturesque town, we continue north, deep into the spectacular wilderness of the Arctic.

Icy waters of Disko Bay, whales and gigantic icebergs
We find ourselves sailing through the deep icy waters of Disko Bay, a timeless landscape of magnificent mountains and floating giants, where whales and seals play amongst the towering ice sculptures.

Qeqertarsuaq - whaling settlement
At Qeqertarsuaq we learn something of the history, flora and fauna of this old ‘capital’ and former whaling settlement, with on board lectures and guided walks. We also have the opportunity to hike in the spectacular Blæsedalen, without doubt one of the natural highlights of the area.

To the Northern Extremes, Uummannaq and Qaanaaq (Thule)
Continuing north we visit the remote settlements of Uummannaq and Ukkusissat, lying in the shadow of a heart-shaped mountain. The old turf houses and magnificent church at Uummannaq allow us a unique insight into the remarkable character of life in these harsh northern reaches, whilst further hikes in the surrounding area introduce us to the amazingly diverse flora that exists in the northern Arctic.

Journeying ever deeper into the land of the Midnight Sun the scenery seems to take on an even more bewitching mantle, as we travel to the very extremes of human habitation, cruising along the ice edge to Qaanaaq. This is the true world of the Inuit, where life continues as it has for generations.

Glaciers and Icebergs
Turning south once more we enjoy informative lectures in the comfort of our superbly equipped vessel as we sail towards Upernavik, home to Apparsuit, one of the world’s largest bird cliff. The skies above are alive with the sight and sounds of thousands of guillemots, cormorants and black-legged kittiwakes, while Upernavik itself offers us superb views across the Davis Strait.

At the formidable Eqip Sermia we have a chance to experience the awe-inspiring magnificence of a glacier at close quarters. One of the highlights of our journey is the spectacular Ilulissat Isfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site whose very name evokes the cathedrals of ice that are born of the magnificent Jakobshavn Glacier.

Voyage Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive Kangerlussuaq and transfer by Polar Cirkel boats to MS Fram.
Day 2
Sail to Qeqertarsuaq on Disko Island. Guided visit and hike in Blæsedalen. Optional dog sledding on the Lyngmark Glacier.
Day 3
Sail to Uummannaq and visit town. Hike to ‘Santa’s Cabin’ and optional visit to the Grave of the Mummies and sail to the Red Desert.
Day 4
Sail to Kullorsuaq. Kaffemik and Kayak show.
Day 5
Sail to Dundas and visit settlement.
Day 6
Sail to Siorapaluk. Cultural visits and lectures.
Day 7
Cruising along the ice edge.
Day 8
Sail to Qaanaaq (Thule). Cultural visits and nature hikes.
Day 9
At sea. On board lectures.
Day 10
Visit to Upernavik, town walk.
Day 11
Eqip Sermia Glacier. Shore visit and possibility of hiking near a glacier, followed by a barbeque.
Day 12
Sail to Ilulissat. Cultural visit and optional hike to the ancient settlement of Sermermiut. Opportunities for boat trip and helicopter ride over fjords.
Day 13
Sail into Sisimiut. Guided tour and museum visit. Optional hiking and cultural workshops.
Day 14
Sail to Evighedsfjorden and hike along the glacier.
Day 15
Sail to Kangerlussuaq and disembark. Evening barbeque beside Lake Ferguson. Transfer to airport for international flight to Copenhagen, Denmark.