Three Arctic Regions
Contrast Svalbard's polar environment, East Greenland's giant fjords and Iceland's volcanic coast.
POLAR TRAVEL TRIBETHREE DISTINCT ARCTIC WORLDS IN ONE VOYAGE
Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland
A wide-ranging late-summer expedition from Svalbard across the Greenland Sea to East Greenland's immense fjords, finishing amid the volcanic landscapes of Iceland.
14–16 days Typical durationAugust–September Travel seasonLongyearbyen, Svalbard to Reykjavík, Iceland Start and finish
Trip Overview
- Duration
- 14–16 days
- Season
- August–September
- Voyage style
- Multi-destination expedition cruise
Three Arctic regions give this voyage its range: wildlife-focused exploration in Svalbard, open-ocean sailing across the Greenland Sea, and the mountain-ringed iceberg waterways and communities of East Greenland.
Late summer may bring softer evening light and darker skies, but neither aurora, sea ice nor wildlife can be scheduled. The route remains flexible around coastal weather, ice and local permissions.
Why This Route
Greenland Sea Crossing
Use open-ocean days for natural-history talks, seabird watching and a deeper sense of Arctic scale.
Scoresby Sund
Navigate a vast branching fjord system filled with mountains, glaciers and drifting icebergs.
Route Map
Longyearbyen → Svalbard → Greenland Sea → East Greenland → Scoresby Sund → Reykjavík
The map shows the main sailing direction. Actual landing sites are selected by the captain and expedition team according to weather, sea ice and safety conditions.
DAY BY DAY
Day by Day
A representative itinerary. The order of landings and cruising is adapted to local conditions.
Day 1
Embark in Longyearbyen
Join the ship in Svalbard, complete expedition briefings and sail into the archipelago's western fjords.
Days 2–5
Svalbard Exploration
Make flexible landings and Zodiac cruises among fjords, tundra and possible walrus or wildlife areas.
Days 6–7
Across the Greenland Sea
Sail south-west across open water with lectures and deck watches for seabirds, whales and distant ice.
Days 8–12
East Greenland and Scoresby Sund
Enter mountain-lined fjords for iceberg cruises, tundra walks and a possible community visit under local arrangements.
Days 13–16
Denmark Strait to Iceland
Cross towards Iceland and disembark in Reykjavík after the ship's final scheduled coastal or sea day.
EXPEDITION SHIPS
Ships Commonly Found on This Route
Ship assignments vary by departure. These examples show the range of expedition styles available.
Albatros ExpeditionsOcean Albatros
About 175 guests · PC6 · X-BOW design
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Poseidon ExpeditionsSea Spirit
114 guests · Ice-strengthened, all-suite expedition ship
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Plan This Journey
- Departure
- Longyearbyen, Svalbard
- Arrival
- Reykjavík, Iceland
Who This Journey Suits
- Travellers seeking geographic variety
- Guests comfortable with several open-ocean sailing days
What You May See
- Walruses and Svalbard reindeer
- Whales and seabirds
- Musk oxen when naturally present
- Svalbard fjords
- Greenland Sea
- Scoresby Sund icebergs and Icelandic coast
Physical Activity & Sea Conditions
- Moderate, combining Zodiac transfers, uneven shore walks and several days at sea.
- The Greenland Sea and Denmark Strait are exposed and may produce significant motion.
Before You Book
- Community visits depend on local consent and operating arrangements
- Aurora, wildlife and ice conditions cannot be guaranteed
WHAT TO EXPECT
Inclusions and Exclusions
What Is Usually Included
- Shipboard accommodation and meals
- Scheduled landings and Zodiac cruising
- Expedition team lectures and guiding
- Loan of expedition boots on many ships
What Is Usually Not Included
- International and domestic flights
- Travel insurance and medical costs
- Optional adventure activities
- Gratuities and personal expenses
Important
- Final inclusions vary by operator and departure
- Activities depend on weather and ice
- Ask us to compare the exact terms before booking
PLAN THIS JOURNEY
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