Immense Iceberg Waterways
Cruise through broad fjords where sculpted icebergs drift below steep sedimentary mountains.
POLAR TRAVEL TRIBEGIANT FJORDS, ICEBERGS AND AUTUMN LIGHT
Scoresby Sund and East Greenland
An East Greenland expedition centred on Scoresby Sund, where branching fjords, steep mountains, tundra and immense icebergs shape a remote late-season journey.
12 days Typical durationAugust–October Travel seasonReykjavík, Iceland to Iceland Start and finish
Trip Overview
- Duration
- 12 days
- Season
- August–October
- Voyage style
- Greenland fjord expedition
Scoresby Sund is one of the world's largest fjord systems, and its scale rewards an expedition built around slow exploration: small-craft cruises between icebergs, shore walks and time beneath layered mountain walls.
Autumn departures may encounter dark enough skies for aurora, yet cloud and solar activity control what is visible. The captain also adjusts the route for ice, wind and safe access within the fjord branches.
Why This Route
Ittoqqortoormiit
Visit one of East Greenland's most remote communities when local arrangements and weather permit.
Autumn Atmosphere
Experience low-angle light and the possibility, never a promise, of aurora after darkness returns.
Route Map
Reykjavík → Denmark Strait → North-east Greenland → Scoresby Sund → Ittoqqortoormiit → Iceland
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.
Days 1–2
Depart Iceland
Embark in Reykjavík or a designated Icelandic port and cross the often-active waters of Denmark Strait.
Days 3–5
North-east Greenland Coast
Explore a remote coastline of tundra, mountains and historical sites as ice and weather allow safe access.
Days 6–9
Scoresby Sund
Use Zodiacs and shore walks to discover iceberg-filled fjords, broad valleys and viewpoints selected day by day.
Day 10
Ittoqqortoormiit
Learn about contemporary East Greenland life during a community visit arranged with local hosts when circumstances allow.
Days 11–12
Return to Iceland
Cross Denmark Strait once more and disembark in Iceland according to the confirmed voyage schedule.
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
- Reykjavík, Iceland
- Arrival
- Iceland
Who This Journey Suits
- Landscape photographers and fjord enthusiasts
- Travellers interested in East Greenland culture and remote geography
What You May See
- Musk oxen
- Arctic hares
- Seabirds and marine mammals when naturally present
- Scoresby Sund
- Iceberg waterways
- Tundra valleys and layered mountains
Physical Activity & Sea Conditions
- Moderate, with Zodiac boarding and walks on rocky, wet or uneven terrain.
- Denmark Strait can be rough; conditions inside the fjords are often more sheltered but remain changeable.
Before You Book
- Aurora viewing depends on darkness, cloud and solar activity
- Community visits and specific fjord access are conditional
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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