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Cruise all around the Newfoundland Island and visit the best spots along the coast!
Spend four days exploring the Torngat Mountains National Park, known for its towering peaks, Inuit heritage, and abundant wildlife, including polar bears, caribou, and marine mammals.
Begin your journey by crossing the Arctic Circle, sailing through the majestic Kangerlussuaq Fjord, and watching for the mesmerizing aurora borealis.
Engage with Inuit communities in both Greenland and Labrador, learning about their rich cultural heritage and history, with opportunities to visit traditional sites and participate in local customs.
Visit UNESCO World Heritage of L'Anse aux Meadows, the only authenticated Viking settlement in North America, where you can explore reconstructed Norse buildings and learn about the area's archaeological significance.
Join a small-ship expedition that will take you through the breathtaking landscapes of Greenland and Canada’s remote Labrador coast. Explore the untouched beauty of Kangerlussuaq Fjord, hike the rugged Torngat Mountains, and immerse yourself in Inuit culture. Witness the aurora borealis, traverse the Arctic Circle, and visit UNESCO World Heritage sites, all while enjoying expert-led activities, Zodiac excursions, and onboard amenities. This 15-day adventure offers a rare opportunity to connect with nature and history in one of the world’s most pristine regions.
Join a small-ship expedition that will take you through the breathtaking landscapes of Greenland and Canada’s remote Labrador coast. Explore the untouched beauty of Kangerlussuaq Fjord, hike the rugged Torngat Mountains, and immerse yourself in Inuit culture. Witness the aurora borealis, traverse the Arctic Circle, and visit UNESCO World Heritage sites, all while enjoying expert-led activities, Zodiac excursions, and onboard amenities. This 15-day adventure offers a rare opportunity to connect with nature and history in one of the world’s most pristine regions.
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Greenland and Wild Labrador Expedition Itinerary
Day 1 Cross the Arctic Circle
Begin your journey by sailing out of Kangerlussuaq Fjord (Søndre Strømfjord), a 190-kilometre-long fjord surrounded by mountains and glaciers. Cross the Arctic Circle on your way and spend time on deck watching for aurora borealis. Kangerlussuaq, the settlement at the head of the fjord, is a former US Air Force base.
Important: You can get to Kangerlussuaq by booking a chartered flight from Toronto. Please inquire for more information.
Overnight Location: Onboard the ship
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Day 2 Take a Zodiac Cruise at the Foot of a Glacier
Kangerlussuatsiaq means “the rather big fjord” in Greenlandic, while the Danish name Evighedsfjorden translates to “the fjord of eternity,” underscoring its vastness and seemingly never-ending nature. See why Kangerlussuatsiaq Fjord lives up to its name and marvel at this complex coastal waterway that includes calving glaciers, sheer bird cliffs, and streams cascading against a towering mountain backdrop. Explore this sublime glacial landscape by ship and by Zodiac. The waters here are relatively warm, due to the West Greenland Current and the subarctic location.
Overnight Location: Onboard the ship
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3 Visit Museums, Shops, and Cafés in Nuuk
Stop in at vibrant Nuuk, the capital of Greenland. Visit the Greenland National Museum, one of the city’s many outstanding features, where the world-famous Qilakitsoq mummies rest. The old harbour includes many buildings dating from Danish colonial days, while contemporary Nuuk is known for art, shopping, pubs, and cafés.
Overnight Location: Onboard the ship
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4 Learn From Inuit in Their Homeland
Deepen your understanding of the environment, cultures, and history of the region as we sail across the Davis Strait towards Labrador. Get the privileged opportunity to engage with and learn from Inuit in their homeland. Enjoy workshops and presentations, watch a documentary, and get out on deck! Try your hand at athletic feats during an interactive cultural performance of Inuit games. Through shared experiences and interactions, develop a deep appreciation for the culture and gain a profound connection to the stunning landscapes we traverse. Keep your binoculars ready to spot whales and seabirds who follow in our wake.
Overnight Location: Onboard the ship
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5-8 Hike the Mountainous Tundra and Spot Wildlife in Torngat Mountains National Park
Spend four days exploring an area of treeless, mountainous tundra in Torngat Mountains National Park, where some of Canada’s highest peaks east of the Rockies are found. Enjoy your time hiking, visiting archaeological sites, and Zodiac cruising. Here, Inuit of Nunatsiavut will be your guides in their spiritual homeland. The park is seen as a portal for better understanding Inuit culture, with the name Torngat derived from the Inuttut word tongait, meaning “place of spirits,” where Inuit shamans connected with higher powers. Be on the lookout for marine mammals, polar and black bears, caribou, falcons, and eagles.
Overnight Location: Onboard the ship
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 9 Ponder Poignant History in Hebron
Step back in time to the historical site of Hebron, which preserves a Moravian Mission station dating from the 1830s. Visit the old church, where Inuit residents in 1959 learned they would be forced to relocate. Read the plaque commemorating this history and the apology issued by the Newfoundland and Labrador government in 2005. Listen to stories shared by our guides and meet former Hebron residents and their kin who continue to visit the site and hunt and fish nearby.
Overnight Location: Onboard the ship
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 10 Experience Inuit Culture in Nain
Visit Nain, the most northerly community in Labrador and the administrative capital of Nunatsiavut. Stop in at the historic Moravian church, enjoy the vibrant brass band, and visit Illusuak, the stunning cultural centre. Expect a warm welcome and the opportunity to peruse arts and handicrafts at this dynamic visit. This will be your first chance to see trees since the start of your journey!
Overnight Location: Onboard the ship
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 11-12 Enjoy Hiking and Zodiac Cruises Along the Labrador Coast
Explore the southern Labrador coast, where you’ll find a diverse geography of coastal barrens, high subarctic tundra, high boreal forest, mid-boreal forest, string bog, and islands. We’ll make the most of every opportunity to hike and Zodiac cruise alongside our expedition team. With their expert guidance, every step of your journey will be filled with insightful interpretation, allowing you to truly appreciate the beauty and significance of the landscapes you encounter. Choose the activity you prefer during expedition landings in this beautiful and quiet region.
Overnight Location: Onboard the ship
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 13 Immerse Yourself in Viking Archaeology at L’Anse aux Meadows
Wander through the reconstructed Viking habitation at L’Anse aux Meadows, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the only authenticated Norse settlement in North America. Learn about the archaeological remains that date to approximately 1000 CE, and how the site was first discovered in 1960 by a close reading of the Viking sagas. Visit the superb interpretation centre and meet the actors in period costumes as you explore the reconstructed Norse-style sod buildings.
Overnight Location: Onboard the ship
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 14 Marvel at Breathtaking Vistas in Terra Nova National Park
Explore the wonders of Canada’s most easterly national park, where the land meets the sea in a stunning display of natural beauty. Visit the park’s visitor centre and dive into the mysteries of the ocean through touch tanks, marine exhibits, and aquariums. Located along the Newman Sound portion of the Terra Nova Migratory Bird Sanctuary, the visitor centre offers the perfect vantage point to spot fascinating shorebirds. Take a stroll along one of the park’s scenic trails, accompanied by our expert expedition team who will offer interpretations of the surroundings.
Overnight Location: Onboard the ship
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 15 Wave a Fond Farewell in St. John’s, NL, Canada
Welcome to St. John’s, the vibrant capital of Newfoundland and Labrador. Complete your journey by sailing into historic St. John’s harbour, looking out for Signal Hill as you enter the world-famous Narrows. Photograph the charming houses of the Battery, always a hit with shutterbugs. Say your farewells in this cultural hotspot, sometimes called North America’s oldest city.
Overnight Location: N/A
Meals: Breakfast
September 17 to October 1, 2025:
- Quadruple cabin: from USD9495 per person
- Triple cabin: from USD10495 per person
- Double / twin cabin (interior, exterior, main): from USD11795 per person
- Double / twin cabin (comfort, select, superior): from USD15095 per person
- Suite / junior suite: from USD18095 per person
Please note that the prices above don’t include the chartered flights which are not mandatory but highly recommended due to starting and ending parts of the trip being hardly accessible for standard travelling methonds.
- Northbound Charter Flight: Toronto, ON, Canada to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland. Early-morning departure: USD1450 per person
Accommodation on Greenland and Wild Labrador Expedition
This tour is based in staying onboard a spacious cruise vessel that features twenty Zodiacs, and advanced navigation equipment. A doctor, paramedic, medical clinic, and enhanced health regime offer peace of mind. Roomy facilities offer comfortable travel with plenty of breathing room for all.
The standard category provided for the price listed is Category 1, however, there are lots of options to choose from with a supplement.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. There is a limited number of cabins without single supplement charge (from category 3 to 7), however, any other categories or once the free-upgrade single cabins are sold, the single supplement fee will be 1.5-2 times the berth cost.
Night 1-14
Quadruple cabin (Category 1)
These cabins are approx 240 sqf, located on deck no. 4 and are interior. They consist of four lower berths. Enjoy a private bath with amenities such as a hair dryer, bathrobe, towels, body wash, and hair care products. The cabin will also have an intercom, telephone and flat screen TV.
Night 1-14
Triple Cabin (Category 2)
These cabins are approx 200 sqf, located on deck no. 4 and are interior. They consist of three lower berths. Enjoy a two private baths with amenities such as a hair dryer, bathrobe, towels, body wash, and hair care products. The cabin will also have an intercom, telephone and flat screen TV.
Night 1-14
Double / Twin Cabin (Categories 3, 4 and 5)
These cabins vary by size (from 100 to 120 sqf) and consist of two lower berths. The standard ones are interior, however, for a supplement you can upgrade to a cabin with an exterior view (via pothole) or a main view (with a picture window and unobstructed view). All cabins have ensuite baths, intercom, telephone and flat screen TV.
Night 1-14
Upgraded Double / Twin Cabin (Categories 6, 7 and 8)
Choose an upgraded double or twin room based on your preferred size, type of berths (double or twin), deck level and types of windows and views. Cabin view options vary from pothole windows, to picture windows with unobstructed views. These cabins vary in size from 135 to 190 square feet and have numerous amenities.
Night 1-14
Junior Suite / Suite Cabin (Category 9 and 10)
These cabins are 270 - 310 square feet., have matrimonial beds (bigger than double, but smaller than a queen size) and have sitting areas in addition to numerous other amenities. Junior suites have picture windows with unobstructed views while suites have forward-facing picture windows with unobstructed views and are a little bigger. Suites also have a full tub and refrigerator.
What’s Included in the Greenland and Wild Labrador Expedition?
Meals
The itinerary includes a total of 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches, and 14 dinners.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 14 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
The tour package includes all the transportation necessary for the activities listed.
Also included
- Applicable taxes and credit card fees
- Complimentary expedition jacket
- Special access permits, entry, and park fees
- Expert expedition team
- Guided activities
- Sightseeing and community visits
- All Zodiac excursions
- Port fees
- Pre-departure materials
- Educational program
- Interactive workshops
- Evening entertainment
- All shipboard meals
Not included
- Commercial and charter flights
- Program enhancements/optional excursions
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Mandatory medical evacuation insurance
- Additional expenses in the event of delays or itinerary changes
- Possible fuel surcharges and administrative fees
- Pre- and post-trip hotel accommodation
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Cabin upgrades
- Charter flight from Toronto to Greenland
- How hard is the Greenland and Wild Labrador Expedition?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Greenland or Canada?
- Are meals included on the Greenland and Wild Labrador Expedition?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland to start this tour?
- Fly to Copenhagen, Denmark: Most international travelers first fly to Copenhagen, which is a major hub for flights to Greenland.
- Fly from Copenhagen to Kangerlussuaq: From Copenhagen, you can take a direct flight to Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) with Air Greenland. This is the primary airline offering service to Greenland.
- Charter Flight: For some organized tours (such as this one!) a charter flight from a major city like Toronto, ON, Canada, might be arranged directly to Kangerlussuaq.
- Is the Greenland and Wild Labrador Expedition in English?
- Where does the Greenland and Wild Labrador Expedition end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Greenland and Wild Labrador Expedition?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Greenland and Wild Labrador Expedition?
We rate the difficulty level of this tour as a 3 / 5. Participants should be comfortable with activities such as hiking on uneven terrain, walking through historic sites, and exploring remote coastal areas via Zodiac boats. While the tour includes plenty of time for relaxation onboard the ship, the excursions require a reasonable level of fitness to fully enjoy the experience. This tour is suitable for those who enjoy active travel and have an adventurous spirit.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
The itinerary includes a total of 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches, and 14 dinners.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover the activities listed in the itinerary. Get your travel insurance.
To get to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland, you'll typically follow these steps:
Once you arrive at Kangerlussuaq Airport, you'll typically transfer directly to your ship or accommodation by bus or Zodiac, depending on the nature of your trip.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
The tour ends in St. John.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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