Swan Hellenic

54 55 Home to some of the most active glaciers in the world, this sailing uncovers where polar bears roam. Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Inuit communities and Viking ruins in a history lesson like no other. In these Arctic waters, time seems to stand still. Canadian Arctic Discovery This unforgettable cruise reveals the most breathtaking destinations of the High Arctic. Among mountainous icebergs, spot polar bears and glimpse narwhal breaking the Arctic waters. Follow in the footsteps of some of history’s greatest explorers as we navigate from colourful harbour houses and charming fjords to beguiling flower-laden landscapes. This trip is a unique chance to dip into tumultuous Viking history, and learn about native culture from our onboard experts. Day Visiting • 1 Kangerlussuaq, Greenland • 2 Sisimiut, Greenland • 3 Uumannaq, Greenland • 4 At Sea • 5 Buchan Gulf, Nunavut • 6 Pond Inlet, Nunavut • 7 Sirmilik National Park, Bylot Island • 8 Cruise Peel Sound • 9 Beechey Island, Nunavut • 10 Dundas Harbour, Devon Island, Nunavut • 11 Ellesmere Island, Nunavut • 12 At Sea • 13 Upernavik, Greenland • 14 Qeqertarsuaq (Disko Bay), Greenland • 15 Ilulissat, Greenland • 16 At Sea • 17 Kangerlussuaq, Greenland Itineraries are correct at time of going to print and maybe subject to change. ARCT I C EXP ED I T I ON CRU I S E S Cruise Peel Sound Beechey Island, Nunavut Ellesmere Island CANADA GREENLAND GREENLAND & CANADIAN ARCTIC Sailing on 9th September 2022 Duration 17 days Sailing from Kangerlussuaq, Greenland Sailing to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland Ship Vega Class Kangerlussuaq Ilulissat Uumannaq Upernavik BEECHEY ISLAND Important historic sites include the spot where Sir John Franklin wintered during his fateful 1845- 46 Expedition. SIRMILIK NATIONAL PARK Here, the breathtaking, iceberg-filled scenery is home to narwhals, beluga whales, ringed seals, and seabirds. PEEL SOUND This pack ice-filled channel was notorious to 19th-century explorers. Look out for polar bears as you pass through. UUMMANNAQ One of Greenland’s sunniest spots. Folklore has it that on visiting, a piece of your heart remains on the island forever. Qeqertarsuaq (Disko Bay) LABRADOR SEA Sisimiut Dundas Harbour, Devon Island Sirmilik National Park, Bylot Island Pond Inlet Buchan Gulf Buchan Gulf, Canada