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EXPEDITION CRUISING

Sisimiut Davis Straight
INTO THE NORTHWEST PASSAGE – EXPLORIS ONE 17 DAYS
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Day 1: Toronto to Nuuk, Greenland – Cross the Arctic Circle Days 8-9: Lancaster Sound & Devon Island – Seek Whales, From 44,657 per person twin share
Your journey begins in Nuuk, Greenland’s vibrant capital Seabirds, and Polar Bears
city. With a population of under 20,000 people, it’s one Explore Tallurutiup Imanga’s rich Arctic waters, home to 17 DAY | TORONTO TO YELLOWKNIFE
of the smallest capital cities in the world, offering a narwhals, belugas, and bowhead whales. Cruise and
unique mix of contemporary architecture and traditional hike with expert guides while learning about Inuit-led TRAVEL TYPE: Small Ship Expedition Cruise
Inuit culture. conservation. Visit Devon Island and Dundas Harbour DEPARTS: 26 Aug – 11 Sep 26
Days 2-3: Sisimiut – Witness Stunning Glaciers, Islands for dramatic landscapes and historic sites.
and Fjords Day 10: Beechey Island – Visit a Franklin Expedition HIGHLIGHTS
Explore West Greenland’s complex coastal waterways Historical Site
that include small communities, glaciers, islands, and In 1845, Sir John Franklin’s expedition overwintered • Experience the extraordinary privilege of
fjords against a towering mountain backdrop, with at Beechey Island, where three crew members died. journeying through Inuit Nunangat – the ice,
plentiful opportunities for hiking and Zodiac cruising. The island later became a key site for Arctic explorers water, and lands of Inuit
Day 4: Ilulissat – Take a Cruise Around Towering Icebergs and search parties, including Amundsen and Bernier. • Delve into a dynamic culture, language, arts,
cuisine, music, and traditions
Discover the stunning Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO Graves and ruins like Northumberland House remain
World Heritage Site in Greenland. Fed by the Sermeq as haunting memorials to those lost in the quest for • On-board and onshore educational program
Kujalleq glacier, it produces colossal icebergs that drift the Northwest Passage. • Marvel at enormous icebergs at Ilulissat Icefjord,
into the North Atlantic. Walk the scenic boardwalk Day 11: Peel Sound – Journey through Arctic Waters Rich in a UNESCO World Heritage Site
for breathtaking views, explore the town’s museums History and Natural Wonders • Cruise natural areas to spot amazing Arctic wildlife
and cafés, and visit the Icefjord Centre to learn about As you sail through this region, you’ll enter prime polar • Spend time in one of Canada’s largest National
the region’s icy wonders. A truly unforgettable Arctic bear territory. The area is also home to muskoxen, Marine Conservation Areas, Tallurutiup Imanga,
experience! belugas, and other wildlife, making every moment a searching for marine life
Day 5: Western Greenland – Hike the Tundra potential discovery. • Pay your respects at one of the most notorious
Cruise Greenland’s west coast by ship and Zodiac, Day 12: Bellot Strait – Witness the Most Northerly Point of sites in the Arctic: Beechey Island
with flexible stops based on wildlife and weather. Learn Continental North America
from expert scientists and Inuit guides who share deep Sail through Bellot Strait, the northernmost point INCLUDES
knowledge of the Arctic’s flora, fauna, and culture. of mainland North America. Spot Arctic marine life. • 16 nights in a Premium Stateroom
Whether on land or sea, enjoy quiet moments and Discover the legacy of Joseph René Bellot, who • Aboard the Exploris One with a capacity of 144
rich storytelling that connect you to this extraordinary explored the region in search of Sir John Franklin. passengers
landscape before crossing Baffin Bay toward Nunavut. Days 13-16: Kitikmeot Region Sail the Northwest Passage • Breakfast, lunch and á la carte dinners daily
Day 6: At Sea, Davis Strait – Learn from Inuit in their Homeland Navigate Nunavut’s waters in search of abundant • 24 hour beverages, specialty coffee to fine wine,
Sail toward Nunavut, the expedition team will deepen Arctic wildlife, both on land and at sea. Visit a local Inuit from beer to cocktails
your understanding of the Arctic. This is an excellent community to learn about their history, traditions, and • Expedition jacket
time to enjoy workshops, watch a documentary, or get deep connection to the region. • Special access permits and entry fees
out on deck. Day 17: Kugluktuk to Yellowknife – Wave a Fond Farewell • Guided activities and sightseeing
Day 7: High Arctic – Experience Inuit Hamlet Today marks the end of the journey as we disembark • Zodiac excursions
Attend a cultural performance featuring drum dancing, and fly by charter to Yellowknife, NT. • Educational programs and interactive workshops
throat singing, and storytelling. Explore the beautiful
surroundings of an Arctic hamlet, get to know local Out of the Northwest Passage itinerary also available. • Evening entertainment
residents and learn about their ways of life. • Charter flight from Toronto to Nuuk
• Charter flight from Kugluktuk to Yellowknife
Other cabin types also available.
All itineraries are subject to local weather conditions and are
at discretion of the cruise line.

Beechey Devon START/FINISH
Island Island CRUISE
Ikirahaq
(Bellot Strait) Baffin GREENLAND
High Arctic Bay
Kugluktuk
(Coppermine) Arctic Circle Baffin Ilulissat
Island
Yellowknife Sisimiut Coast
© Dennis Minty CANADA Davis Nuuk
Nunavut Waters Strait

* FROM PRICES ARE A GUIDE ONLY, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. Prices are per person twin share, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category and travel in low season.
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