Iceland and Greenland: Edge of the Arctic | 18 Days | National Geographic Resolution Cruise

Arrive in Reykjavík and explore the northernmost capital city before boarding your expedition ship.

Visit Flatey Island, a former trading hub turned peaceful summer retreat. Walk through its charming hamlet and explore trails leading to seasonal puffin nesting sites.

Discover Iceland’s stunning Westfjords with options to hike to hidden waterfalls, kayak along scenic coastlines, or take a Zodiac cruise. Visit Vigur Island to learn about eider farming and explore Ísafjörður, the Westfjords’ historic capital.

Sail across the Denmark Strait, watching for marine life and learning about Arctic history from expert guides. Relax onboard with lectures, wellness activities, and opportunities to spot seabirds and whales.

Arrive in Greenland and explore the dramatic fjords of the east coast. Navigate through towering icebergs, witness remote glaciers, and take a Zodiac cruise or kayak among floating ice.

Sail through Prins Christian Sund, a breathtaking passage lined with soaring peaks and glaciers. Explore Tasermiut Fjord, known as “Arctic Patagonia,” for its towering granite cliffs and stunning valley landscapes.

Explore Qaqortoq, Greenland’s largest southern town, with its colorful houses and rich cultural heritage. Visit Brattahlid, Erik the Red’s Viking settlement, and walk through Hvalsey Church, the best-preserved Norse ruins in Greenland.

Discover Nuuk, the world’s smallest capital, nestled beneath snow-capped mountains. Visit the National Museum to see the famous Qilakitsoq mummies, perfectly preserved by Arctic ice.

Sail through the dramatic Evighed Fjord, where towering glaciers meet the sea. Take a Zodiac cruise to explore its icy waters or visit the small fishing village of Kangaamiut.

Visit Sisimiut, a former whaling port and now a vibrant Arctic town. Choose between guided hikes, meeting Greenlandic sled dogs, or exploring the local artisan workshops and museums.

Sail into Disko Bay, home to the massive icebergs of Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a boat cruise among towering icebergs, hike the Sermermiut Valley, and learn about the area’s Inuit heritage.

Explore Uummannaq, a picturesque village dominated by a towering mountain. Visit the archaeological site of Qilakitsoq, where perfectly preserved 15th-century mummies provide a glimpse into Greenland’s past.

Sail through remote Greenlandic fjords, searching for Arctic wildlife like foxes, whales, and caribou. Kayak along steep fjord walls or explore glacial landscapes by Zodiac.

Disembark in Nuuk and take a charter flight to Iceland. Enjoy an overnight stay in Reykjavík before heading home.