Embark on a captivating cruise from Greenland to Canada, tracing the historic ice-filled Northwest Passage. This luxurious round trip begins and ends in the vibrant capital of Nuuk, Greenland, and journeys through breathtaking locations like Sisimiut, Disko Bay, and Pond Inlet, eventually taking you to the dramatic Arctic waters of Canada's Nunavut. The cruise offers incredible encounters with varied landscapes and wildlife. Explore Nunavut's Arctic coast, home to polar bears and narwhals, experience Greenland's iconic icebergs, and visit remote Inuit communities with colorful homes. Uncover the heritage of the Ilulissat Icefjord in Disko Bay and delve into the intriguing exploration history in places like Radstock Bay. Take part in a multitude of activities designed for an unforgettable luxury cruise experience. Engage in kayaking with the expedition team, enjoy expert lectures, and sharpen your photography skills. Spend leisurely sea days mingling with fellow travelers, or savor panoramic ocean views from the ship’s observation decks, all while soaking in the rich exploration history of this mesmerizing region.
Explore Nunavut's Arctic coast, home to polar bears and narwhals, experience Greenland's iconic icebergs, and visit remote Inuit communities with colorful homes. Uncover the heritage of the Ilulissat Icefjord in Disko Bay and delve into the intriguing exploration history in places like Radstock Bay. Take part in a multitude of activities designed for an unforgettable luxury cruise experience. Engage in kayaking with the expedition team, enjoy expert lectures, and sharpen your photography skills. Spend leisurely sea days mingling with fellow travelers, or savor panoramic ocean views from the ship’s observation decks, all while soaking in the rich exploration history of this mesmerizing region
NOTE: This itinerary provides general information about each destination. Also, please be aware that some of the venues and highlights mentioned may not be open or accessible on the day we visit. For the most accurate tour program, we recommend contacting your Swan Hellenic agent or travel agent closer to your departure date.
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Follow the Viking routes across high-latitude coasts where glaciers, fjords, and shifting light set the pace, and wildlife watching is part of the day from deck and shore.
Listen to the symphony of nature as towering icebergs and colossal glaciers crack and calve.
Look for seabirds, marine life, and coastal species from deck and shore, with the expedition team helping spot and identify what you are seeing.
Learn more about this isolated polar region from our on board team of experts.
During your trip, join Swan Hellenics Citizen Science programs and contribute to real-world environmental research.
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Sail through the North Atlantic world where Norse seafarers left a lasting mark. Walk ports and coastal sites tied to Viking routes, with stories of settlement, trade, and exploration that still shape local identity.
Professor David Drewry, a leading polar scientist, former Director of the British Antarctic Survey and a Chief Scientific Advisor at the UK Commission for UNESCO. David has led expeditions to the Arctic and worked extensively in Antarctica. He has been awarded the Polar Medal by HM Queen Elizabeth, and has a mountain and a glacier named after him in Antarctica. David brings unparalleled expertise in climate science, geophysics and glaciology
John is a senior polar guide with extensive Arctic and Antarctic experience, including field work and two winters (one unplanned!) with the British Antarctic Survey and numerous expeditions to both Polar regions. Following his time with BAS, John had a long career in the British and Canadian Armies. In 1999 he was awarded the British Polar Medal with Antarctic and Arctic clasp by HM Queen Elizabeth II. He’s a Fellow of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society.
Each Swan Hellenic Arctic voyage is designed to inspire curiosity, deepen understanding, and create encounters with the natural world that stay with you long after you return. Our guests' experiences bring the spirit of polar expedition to life.