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56 57 ARCT I C EXP ED I T I ON CRU I S E S As we sail from Greenland through the iceberg capital of the world, gaze in awe at the ice-filled straits and fjords that glisten as you drift by. The northern Canadian coast around Nunavut is a haven for caribou and polar bears, and in Newfoundland you’ll hear the stories of the indigenous Inuit people and discover ancient whaling sites. On board, learn about the history of Viking exploration from our team of passionate experts. GREENLAND TO NOVA SCOTIA Trace a path along the legendary ice-filled route that challenged many a great explorer in years gone by. Combining adventure and culture, this epic voyage along the Northwest Passage is something every traveller should experience in their lifetime. Northern Canada Discovery Sailing on 25th September 2022 Duration 16 days Sailing from Kangerlussuaq, Greenland Sailing to Halifax, Canada Ship Vega Class Day Visiting • 1 Kangerlussuaq, Greenland • 2 At Sea • 3 Qeqertarsuaq (Disko Bay), Greenland • 4 Ilulissat, Greenland • 5 Sisimiut, Greenland • 6 Nuuk (Godthab), Greenland • 7 At Sea • 8 Iqaluit, Nunavut • 9 Lady Franklin Island, Canada • 10 Akpatok Island, Nunavut • 11 Torngat Mountains National Park, Canada • 12 At Sea • 13 Belle Isle Straits, Canada • 14 Corner Brook, Canada • 15 At Sea • 16 Halifax, Canada Itineraries are correct at time of going to print and maybe subject to change. Torngat Mountains National Park Akpatok Island, Nunavut Lady Franklin Island Nuuk (Godthab) Sisimiut Kangerlussuaq Qeqertarsuaq (Disko Bay) Ilulissat Iqaluit, Nunavut Belle Isle Straits Corner Brook Halifax GREENLAND CANADA LABRADOR SEA Waterfall in Qeqertarsuaq Halifax, Canada Orca Pod TORNGAT MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK A rare chance to follow in the footsteps of Inuit as they share their stories of spirits and traditions in their homeland, with a backdrop of dramatically spectacular mountains and deep fjords. CORNER BROOK This is the gateway to adventure tours – ziplining, fishing, spelunking – in scenic Humber Valley or further north among the sheer cliffs and waterfalls of Gros Morne National Park. IQALUIT In this remote community, gain insight into Inuit history and culture including dog-sledding on handmade qamutik sleds led by qimmiiq - North America's oldest and rarest purebred canine. QEQERTARSUAQ Part of Disko Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Lyngmark Glacier rises above the town, where basalt columns and black sand beaches reflect its volcanic origin. LADY FRANKLIN ISLAND The island’s huge vertical cliffs of Archean rocks are reputedly the oldest stones in Canada. Monumental Island to the south is a prime spot for walrus and polar bear spotting.