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GREENLAND EXPLORER
Valleys and Fjords
The Trip Overview EXPEDITION IN BRIEF
Meet locals along the west coast of
Greenland and experience traditional
Inuit settlements
Visit the Ilulissat Icefjord, a
UNESCO World Heritage Site
The west coast of Greenland is Europe’s final frontier, and sailing along it is
Explore historic places from Norse
the best way to sample its captivating history, enthralling wildlife and distinct and Viking eras
culture. Explore places from the Norse and Viking eras, experience the Spot arctic wildlife, such as whales,
birds and seals
Ilulissat Icefjord—a UNESCO World Heritage Site— and visit two Greenland
Cruise in a Zodiac to get up close to
communities, encountering an ancient culture surviving in a modern world. glaciers, fjords, icebergs and more
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Itinerary accessible towns in 1961. The narrow
part of Skjoldungen Fjord is an ideal
place to explore by Zodiac. Those who
opt for our kayaking program may have Baffin Bay
GREENLAND
DAY 1 | ARRIVE IN an opportunity to get out on the water
REYKJAVIK, ICELAND
to glide past icebergs and capture some ARCTIC
CIRCLE
Arrive in the Icelandic capital in the Eqip Sermia
great photographs. Ilulissat
morning and make your way to your Sisimiut
included hotel. You will have the day DAYS 5 TO 7 | SOUTH GREENLAND Itilleq
Kangerlussuaq
Scoresby Sund
to explore the city on your own. In Climbers and mountaineers around Nuuk
the evening, join us at your hotel for a the world know Tasermiut Fjord, one
Skjoldungen
Denmark Strait
welcome briefing. of the world’s most prolific big-wall Paamiut
Uunartoq
playgrounds. This part of Greenland is Prins Christian Sund
DAY 2 | EMBARKATION particularly dramatic, being nicknamed
Akureyri
DAY IN AKUREYRI Atlantic Ocean
Reykjavik
the Arctic Patagonia. A bit of a history ICELAND
You’ll fly from Reykjavik to Akureyri
lesson will be provided here as you
to board your vessel and begin your
learn about the settlements of the area,
expedition. Get ready for a great GREENLAND EXPLORER
founded by Erik the Red. As we round
adventure ahead! Valleys and Fjords
Cape Farewell, the southernmost
Flight to Akureyri or Reykjavik
DAYS 3 AND 4 | EAST GREENLAND point of Greenland, we will call in at
On the Ocean Adventurer
Experience a true arctic ghost town the natural hot springs found in the
when we visit the abandoned settlement Uunartoq area, soak in the geothermal
of Skjoldungen, where inhabitants waters and watch the icebergs pass by.
were forced to move to larger, more
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DAYS 8 TO 13 | GREENLAND’S form. There will be an opportunity for DAY 15 | DEPART REYKJAVIK
WEST COAST hiking among the towering mountains, After breakfast, you can make your way
Heading north, you’ll stop at some of and you’ll have plenty of chances to home at your leisure or spend some
the quaint villages that dot the islands photograph the colorful tundra and more time in Reykjavik.
and fjords of Greenland’s western side. dramatic landscapes.
You’ll find friendly faces, local artisans
and colorful houses on the wildflower- The west coast of Greenland also
covered tundra. You’ll visit Nuuk, the provides many dramatic, mountainous
landscapes where fjords open into the
IMPORTANT REMINDER
capital of Greenland and home to fewer Embracing the unexpected is part
than 16,000 people. You’ll have time to sea. You will explore the Ilulissat Icefjord,
of the legacy—and excitement—of
wander the streets and see the Hans home to one of the world’s fastest-
expedition travel. When traveling
Egede Church and Hans Egede statue moving glaciers. Moving approximately in extremely remote regions, your
near the waterfront, both named after the 62 feet (19 meters) per day, the glacier expedition staff must allow the
missionary who founded the settlement. provides you with a great opportunity sea, the ice and the weather to
You’ll also visit the museum to see the to photograph ice crashing into the sea. guide route and itinerary details.
famous Greenlandic mummies. Continuing along, the Amerloq Fjord This itinerary is a tentative outline
offers a chance for you to stretch your of what you’ll experience on this
The nearby town of Sisimiut is an legs by exploring abandoned villages and voyage; please be aware that no
interesting place to visit, as there are ancient Thule sites. specific itinerary can be guaranteed.
more dogsleds here than humans.
DAY 14 | DISEMBARKATION IN
Evighedsfjorden, which means “Fjord of KANGERLUSSUAQ
Eternity,” is a favored place for us to put Today, you’ll board your direct charter
the Zodiacs in the water for some more flight back to Reykjavik, Iceland. Upon
in-depth exploration. This long, deep arrival in Reykjavik, we will transfer you
fjord has very few settlements, so you’ll to your hotel.
come to appreciate nature in its rawest
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Adventure Options
Ready for a little adventure beyond your LECTURES
ship? Each Quark Expeditions® voyage Daily chats with on-board experts—
offers a variety of fun recreational activities our guides, scientists and other special
to enhance your polar experience. guests—let passengers rub shoulders
with historians, botanists, ornithologists,
Included Activities zoologists, geologists and more.
HIKING
POLAR PLUNGE
Led by experienced staff, exploring on foot
This rite of passage, experienced just
is the best way to appreciate the landscape,
once per expedition, sees you safely
communities and shorelines.
jumping into icy ocean waters under the
watchful eye of our staff—and just about
every single camera lens on board!
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ZODIAC CRUISING
Zodiacs are the workhorses of polar
expeditions, safely transporting guests to
remote shorelines and shallow inlets—
places the ships can’t reach. Hopping in
and out of them is super-easy.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Documenting your voyage so you
can take the memories home is both
rewarding and constructive. Plus, it is
next to impossible to take a bad picture
of the Polar Regions.
OTHER EQUIPMENT ON BOARD
Walking poles are provided at each
landing for your convenience. This
equipment is available at no cost.
More information about your Included and
Paid Activities, including the necessary
experience, physical requirements and cost,
is available by contacting your Polar Travel
Adviser or your travel professional.
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Paid Activities
SEA KAYAKING
Imagine gliding across the surface of a bay in the presence of
icebergs and glaciers. Our Sea Kayaking adventures are the best way
to feel at one with the sea. A small group of kayakers will plan to go
out multiple times per voyage instead of shore landings. The number
of opportunities to kayak is weather dependent and will only be
conducted during calm conditions.
Prior kayaking experience is required for you to feel comfortable
on the water, and you must have the capability to do a wet exit to
participate.
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Arrival & Departure Details
As you prepare for your journey, you On arrival at the hotel, you will receive
may be interested to know the details a welcome letter outlining the departure
of your arrival and departure. Since air information for the following day’s
transportation to and from your voyage flight. An agent representing Quark
is not included in the cost of your Expeditions® will be available in the lobby
expedition, you have some flexibility of the hotel on the evening to answer
in planning your flights. Looking to any questions about the charter flight(s)
extend your adventure beyond your scheduled for the following morning.
polar cruise? Arrange for a layover in the
AKUREYRI AND EMBARKATION
destination of your choice, or add on a
Your flight to the Arctic is expected to
pre- or post-expedition stop—or both!—
depart from Reykjavik to Akureyri on
in our gateway city. Quark Expeditions®
Day 2 of the itinerary, after breakfast.
can help you book your flights, or feel
Although the scheduled flight time will
free to contact your preferred travel
be communicated in your welcome
agent or airline. PLEASE NOTE
letter, there is significant variability Baggage allowance on charter
based on weather conditions. You should
Arrival Day and be prepared to depart the hotel for the
flights is 33 lbs (15 kg) checked and
11 lbs (5 kg) carry-on.
Embarkation airport on our group transfer at any time.
ARRIVING IN REYKJAVIK
You may arrive in Reykjavik at any time
during Day 1 of the itinerary and make
your own way to the included hotel.
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Final Day and Included Hotel PLEASE NOTE
Departure Accommodations Weather conditions can always
DISEMBARKATION IN Your included accommodation begins on delay our arrival, and airline
KANGERLUSSUAQ Day 1 of your itinerary, and the specific schedule changes have also been
Your ship is scheduled to arrive in hotel(s) will be indicated on your final known to occur. Booking flexible
Kangerlussuaq, between 7am and 8am tickets is always encouraged, as
voyage confirmation. If you are arriving
local time. After breakfast, and once the we cannot be held responsible
prior to Day 1 of your expedition or are
for delays due to unforeseen
ship has docked, you will have time to staying after the disembarkation day, and
circumstances.
bid farewell to your Expedition Team would like help booking a pre- or post-
and shipmates before completing your stay, please contact your Polar Travel
disembarkation. The process takes about Adviser for hotel options.
an hour. After disembarkation, you will
transfer to the airport for the return
charter flight to Reykjavik. Arrival and Departure
DEPARTING FROM REYKJAVIK Transfers
Upon arrival in Reykjavik, there will be REYKJAVIK AIRPORT TRANSFERS
a group transfer to your included post- Arrival and departure transfers in
expedition hotel. After breakfast the Reykjavik are not included; however,
following morning, you may make your your Polar Travel Adviser can arrange
way to the airport to connect with your them for you.
homeward flight, or stay longer if you
In order to facilitate your transfers, we request
have booked additional accommodation. that you provide your flight details to Quark
Expeditions® at least 30 days prior to traveling.
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Extend
Your Trip
PRE- AND POST-EXPEDITION
TRIP EXTENSIONS
You can extend your trip by booking
extra days to explore our gateway city
before or after the voyage. Since you’re
traveling such a long way, you may want
to spend extra time in Reykjavik. We
have a variety of pre- and post-expedition
packages in this fascinating city, known
for its vibrant music and art scenes.
Enjoy an extensive city tour, explore the
Golden Circle, taking in Iceland’s most
stunning natural wonders, and soak in
the famous Blue Lagoon. And maybe fit
in some whale watching, too!
To discover the best options for extending
your adventure, get in touch with your
Polar Travel Adviser via email, at
Enquiry@QuarkExpeditions.com or
phone (1.888.892.0073) for seamless,
worry-free booking of all trip extensions.
FROM TOP:View of Reykjavik; Blue Lagoon
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Arctic Reader
THIS EXPEDITION EXCLUDES
• Mandatory transfer package*
• International airfare
• All miscellaneous service taxes and port • Passport and visa expenses
charges throughout the program • Government arrival and departure taxes
YOUR GREENLAND EXPEDITION
INCLUDES • All luggage handling aboard the ship not mentioned above
• Shipboard accommodation with daily • Emergency evacuation insurance to a • Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
housekeeping maximum benefit of US$500,000 per person • Baggage, cancellation, interruption and
• All breakfasts, lunches, dinners and • Greenland voyages cruise passenger tax medical travel insurance—strongly
snacks on board recommended
• All shore landings per the daily program • Excess-baggage fees on international
• Leadership throughout the voyage by our flights
experienced Expedition Leader • Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac
• All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the *MANDATORY TRANSFER cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
daily program PACKAGE INCLUDES • Laundry, bar, beverage and other
• One night’s pre-expedition hotel
• Formal and informal presentations by accommodation in Reykjavik with breakfast personal charges unless specified
our Expedition Team and special guests • Transfer to the Reykjavik airport on Day 2 • Phone and Internet charges
as scheduled • Charter flight from Reykjavik to Akureyri • Voluntary gratuity at the end of the
• Photographic journal documenting the • Transfers to and from the ship voyage for shipboard staff and crew
expedition • Charter flight from Kangerlussuaq to • Additional overnight accommodation
• Waterproof expedition boots on loan for Reykjavik
• Group transfer from Reykjavik airport • Optional kayaking activities
shore landings
to hotel • Arrival and departure transfers in
• Official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep • One night’s post-expedition hotel Reykjavik
• Coffee, tea and cocoa available around accommodation in Reykjavik with breakfast
the clock
• Hair dryer and bathrobe in every cabin PACKAGE COST: $1,295
• Comprehensive onboard materials,
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Lower Main Deck Main Deck Owner’s
Dates Days Start/End Triple Deck Porthole Window Superior Deluxe Suite Suite
GREENLAND EXPLORER VALLEYS AND FJORDS | OCEAN ADVENTURER
AUG 7 – AUG 21, 2018 15 Reykjavik $7,495 $9,795 $10,795 $11,795 $12,995 $14,295 $15,795 $17,295 $695
*Mandatory transfer package available for $1,295. All rates per person in USD.
Sea Kayaking
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FUNNEL
OCEAN ADVENTURER OBSERVATION DECK
FUNNEL
You will be proud to call this ship your home when at sea in
the Arctic. Quark Expeditions®’ popular ship Sea Adventurer has510
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OBSERVATION DECK
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been relaunched as Ocean Adventurer after a multi-million-dollar
BRIDGE
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renovation. A team of marine architects, engineers, interior BRIDGE DECK
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designers and polar expedition specialists worked together to 511
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remodeling of the lounge, dining room and bar.
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All cabins received new soft furnishings and bathrooms, and six
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new deluxe cabins as well as three new suites have been added.
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Major technical enhancements include two new Rolls-Royce UPPER DECK
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engines, which yield increased fuel efficiency and a minimized DINING
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Lower Deck Twin Deluxe LOWER DECK
Main Deck Twin Porthole Suite
Main Deck Twin Window Owner’s Suite
Triple Superior
Lower Deck Twin Deluxe
Main Deck Twin Porthole Suite
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Main Deck Twin Window
for additional details
Owner’s Suite
12Your Expedition Team
Behind the scenes and on the front lines, we are nothing without the dedication,
knowledge, energy and passion of our staff. By consistently attracting the most
talented people in the polar travel industry, we can keep doing what we do, season
after season, to the poles and back and back again. This is where we shine.
Our Expeditions Leaders and staff bring diverse polar expertise in subjects
as varied as polarhistory, marine biology, glaciology and photography. Their
knowledge will greatly enhance your immersion into the polar environment and
further enhance your connection to the Arctic.
With over 25 years of experience bringing passengers to remote polar regions,
we know how to handle the unexpected to guarantee the safety of all passengers.
Ensuring this hard earned experience is not lost, our new expedition staff receive
comprehensive training in our newly developed Quark Academy, which provides
real-world polar expedition training prior to any staff member’s first voyage.
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West Greenland glacier located here moves 62 feet (19
meters) per day. More glacial ice is calved
EVIGHEDSFJORDEN
into the ocean here than anywhere else,
Meaning “Fjord of Eternity,”
except for Antarctica.
Evighedsfjorden (or Kangerlussuatsiaq
in Inuit) is an especially dramatic fjord, KANGERLUSSUAQ
with towering cliffs and a deep canyon. Kangerlussuaq and the Kangerlussuaq
Home to seals, whales and arctic fox, the Fjord in West Greenland present colorful
fjord itself empties into the Davis Strait, buildings and the potential for glimpses
an important area for feeding walrus of arctic wildlife such as muskoxen and
and narwhals. Excellent for Zodiac caribou. Lush mountainous landscapes
cruising and photography, this true piece provide a great backdrop to this port, and
of Greenlandic wilderness is a mostly whales may be spotted at sea.
uninhabited area, where the icebergs
NUUK
outnumber the people.
Home to 15,000 people, Nuuk is the
ILULISSAT ICEFJORD capital of Greenland and is the largest
North of the Arctic Circle, this ice fjord settlement on the island. The Hans Egede
is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Church and the statue of Hans Egede
Recognized as one of the fastest-moving near the waterfront are named after the
glaciers in the world, Sermeq Kujalleq missionary who founded the settlement.
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Museum are also worth exploring. The southernmost point of Greenland,
Cape Farewell is located on Eggers
SISIMIUT
Island. In the Uunartoq area, the
A village town—the second largest in
geothermal waters of natural hot springs
Greenland—Sisimiut is a place to stretch
are an ideal spot to watch the icebergs as
your legs. Inhabited for more than 4,000
they pass by.
years, Sisimiut has a history that is a mix
of Saqqaq, Dorset and Thule cultures. TASERMIUT FJORD
The colorful wooden houses here are Erik the Red was the founder of the
typical of Greenlandic communities settlements in South Greenland,
today. Nasaasaaq, an impressive often referred to as Arctic Patagonia.
mountain, provides a scenic backdrop for Kayaking and Zodiac excursions into
this settlement, and the nearby Amerloq the fjord allow for closer connection to
Fjord is another worthwhile landing site. Greenland’s most dramatic landscape.
South Greenland East Greenland
SKJOLDUNGEN FJORD
HERJOLFSNES
This fjord provides a welcome shelter
Nearing the southernmost tip of
from the open sea, offering contrasting
Greenland, Herjolfsnes is a historic stop,
colors of bright green water and piercing
with a Viking church setting the scene
white ice. Waterfalls pour down the tall
for a mysterious and interesting tale. In
cliffs, with the Thryms Glacier in the
the early 1900s, sea levels began to rise,
distance. The fjord was once home to
exposing clothing and the remains of an
the settlement, which was abandoned—
ancient settlement here, once the site of a
evacuated by the government—in 1961.
church graveyard.
This stop allows for an interesting day of
exploring an arctic ghost town.
IMPORTANT REMINDER
Embracing the unexpected is part
of the legacy—and excitement—
of expedition travel. When
traveling in extremely remote
regions, your Expedition Team
must allow the sea, the ice and
the weather to guide route and
itinerary details. This itinerary is
a tentative outline of what you’ll
experience on this voyage; please
be aware that no specific itinerary
can be guaranteed. A measure of
flexibility is something all of us
must bring to a polar expedition.
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Meals on Board Language Capability
If there is one constant at sea, it is that The Quark Expedition Team is sourced
you’ll enjoy delicious meals on a daily globally and brings a wealth of cultural
basis. While meal times may change knowledge and language proficiency.
due to landings and wildlife encounters, Although the main language spoken
you’ll always be served three meals a day. during the expedition is English, we
Almost any dietary restriction can be can accommodate Mandarin speakers
accommodated by letting us know prior on any voyage. Please inquire with
to your expedition. Quark Expeditions® to learn what other
languages might be accommodated on
Breakfasts and lunches are normally
your voyage.
served buffet style, while dinners are
served plated. À la carte meals are made
at the time of your order, allowing
our chefs to prepare each dish to your
individual needs, ensuring you receive WEATHER CONDITIONS
AND TEMPERATURES
top quality meals during the course of Weather conditions are highly
your expedition. variable, with temperatures
Soft drinks, juices and water are hovering around the freezing mark.
available at all times, and beer and The continuous daylight warms
sheltered areas so that you may
wine are served with dinner, all
find temperatures warm enough
included in the cost our your package.
for t-shirts. However, you may
Spirits, premium wines and champagne
encounter snow squalls, fog and
are available at an extra cost which can white-outs during an expedition and
be billed to your shipboard account. should be ready for any conditions.
The well-stocked bar on the ship is open
to enjoy with your fellow shipmates in
the late morning, afternoon and evening.
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CHECKLIST
WHAT TO BRING! Packing for the polar regions doesn’t have to be daunting, and to make it
easier for you, all Quark voyages include an expedition parka to keep, and a loan of appropriate
polar footwear. Additional suggested items include:
FOR SHORE LANDINGS SUGGESTED ITEMS
Base layers (wool, synthetic or a blend) Waterproof, lightweight backpack
Mid-layer warm/fleece top or dry sack
Mid-layer warm/fleece pant Swimsuit (for the polar plunge!)
Wool and synthetic socks Binoculars
(3 to 4 pairs) Camera with extra batteries
Glove liners Extra memory cards
Neck warmer or balaclava Earplugs (in case of noisy cabinmates)
Warm hat that covers ears Eye masks for sleeping
Waterproof pants Seasickness, indigestion, headache
Waterproof gloves or other medicine
Sunscreen Voltage adapters
Sunglasses with UV protection
FOR ON BOARD
Comfortable casual clothing
(pants/jeans, shirts, sweaters)
Lighter shirts (in case the ship gets warm)
Comfortable non-slip close-toed
unheeled shoes
For more packing and gear-related info, visit the Quark Expeditions® online Polar Boutique at
Shop.QuarkExpeditions.com
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Contact your Travel Professional
or a Quark Expeditions® Polar Travel Adviser
1.888.892.0073
QuarkExpeditions.com
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