The fire, frost and water symbolized by the red, white and blue of Iceland’s flag are manifested in this land. Reykjavik, or Smoky Bay, was so named in 874 A.D. by Ingolf Arnarson when he sighted the numerous hot springs on the Seltjarnarnes Peninsula. Today this remarkably pollution-free city is wrapped around a sweeping bay and has managed to retain its charming Old-World atmosphere. A pastiche of red-blue-and green-roofed houses together with the tall gray tower of Hallgrim’s Church dominate the skyline. In Old Town, many of the wooden buildings have been lovingly restored and stand side by side with modern timber and concrete structures. There are fine museums and art galleries; historic pubs present activity in late afternoon. The beautiful countryside outside of Reykjavik includes such natural wonders as volcanoes, geysers, glaciers, mountains and spectacular waterfalls.
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Jun 08, 2027 - Reykjavik
The fire, frost and water symbolized by the red, white and blue of Iceland’s flag are manifested in this land. Reykjavik, or Smoky Bay, was so named in 874 A.D. by Ingolf Arnarson when he sighted the numerous hot springs on the Seltjarnarnes Peninsula. Today this remarkably pollution-free city is wrapped around a sweeping bay and has managed to retain its charming Old-World atmosphere. A pastiche of red-blue-and green-roofed houses together with the tall gray tower of Hallgrim’s Church dominate the skyline. In Old Town, many of the wooden buildings have been lovingly restored and stand side by side with modern timber and concrete structures. There are fine museums and art galleries; historic pubs present activity in late afternoon. The beautiful countryside outside of Reykjavik includes such natural wonders as volcanoes, geysers, glaciers, mountains and spectacular waterfalls.
Jun 09, 2027 - At Sea
Jun 10, 2027 - Ammassalik Region
Jun 11, 2027 - Blosseville Coast
Jun 12, 2027 - Ittoqqortoormiit
One of the most remote areas of Greenland, Ittoqqortoormiit is accessible only by air or, a few months a year due to the sea being frozen nine months out of the year, by boat. The Scoresbysund Fjord on the the side of Ittoqqortoormiit is the largest and longest fjord complex in the world. One of the last hunter societies in the world, Ittoqqortoormiit is south of the world's biggest National Park, where visitors can view polar bears, narwhals, and arctic foxes.
Jun 13, 2027 - Northeast Greenland
Inuit villages were scattered around Qaanaaq (Thule) in far northwestern Greenland when the area was explored by Sir James Ross in 1818 (and later by Knud Rasmussen). Today, special permits are required for visits to this region because it is home to the Thule Air Base operated by the U.S. (located at Pittuffik). The base was built in a few weeks during the height of the Cold War (1951)—the undertaking was dubbed Operation Blue Jay. Although other NATO bases in Greenland have been closed, the base at Thule remains in operation, but there has been talk of converting it to a civil airport. Aside from the base, the region contains some of the northernmost civilian communities in the world. It's not easy to visit this area, nor is it cheap, but those interested in doing so can start by obtaining the necessary permit: Contact the U.S. Air Attache at the U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen, Denmark. (If you plan to visit as part of an organized tour, your operator may handle all of the necessary permits.) 620 mi/1,000 km north of Nuuk.
Jun 14, 2027 - Northeast Greenland
Inuit villages were scattered around Qaanaaq (Thule) in far northwestern Greenland when the area was explored by Sir James Ross in 1818 (and later by Knud Rasmussen). Today, special permits are required for visits to this region because it is home to the Thule Air Base operated by the U.S. (located at Pittuffik). The base was built in a few weeks during the height of the Cold War (1951)—the undertaking was dubbed Operation Blue Jay. Although other NATO bases in Greenland have been closed, the base at Thule remains in operation, but there has been talk of converting it to a civil airport. Aside from the base, the region contains some of the northernmost civilian communities in the world. It's not easy to visit this area, nor is it cheap, but those interested in doing so can start by obtaining the necessary permit: Contact the U.S. Air Attache at the U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen, Denmark. (If you plan to visit as part of an organized tour, your operator may handle all of the necessary permits.) 620 mi/1,000 km north of Nuuk.
Jun 15, 2027 - Northeast Greenland
Inuit villages were scattered around Qaanaaq (Thule) in far northwestern Greenland when the area was explored by Sir James Ross in 1818 (and later by Knud Rasmussen). Today, special permits are required for visits to this region because it is home to the Thule Air Base operated by the U.S. (located at Pittuffik). The base was built in a few weeks during the height of the Cold War (1951)—the undertaking was dubbed Operation Blue Jay. Although other NATO bases in Greenland have been closed, the base at Thule remains in operation, but there has been talk of converting it to a civil airport. Aside from the base, the region contains some of the northernmost civilian communities in the world. It's not easy to visit this area, nor is it cheap, but those interested in doing so can start by obtaining the necessary permit: Contact the U.S. Air Attache at the U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen, Denmark. (If you plan to visit as part of an organized tour, your operator may handle all of the necessary permits.) 620 mi/1,000 km north of Nuuk.
Jun 16, 2027 - Northeast Greenland
Inuit villages were scattered around Qaanaaq (Thule) in far northwestern Greenland when the area was explored by Sir James Ross in 1818 (and later by Knud Rasmussen). Today, special permits are required for visits to this region because it is home to the Thule Air Base operated by the U.S. (located at Pittuffik). The base was built in a few weeks during the height of the Cold War (1951)—the undertaking was dubbed Operation Blue Jay. Although other NATO bases in Greenland have been closed, the base at Thule remains in operation, but there has been talk of converting it to a civil airport. Aside from the base, the region contains some of the northernmost civilian communities in the world. It's not easy to visit this area, nor is it cheap, but those interested in doing so can start by obtaining the necessary permit: Contact the U.S. Air Attache at the U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen, Denmark. (If you plan to visit as part of an organized tour, your operator may handle all of the necessary permits.) 620 mi/1,000 km north of Nuuk.
Jun 17, 2027 - At Sea
Jun 18, 2027 - At Sea
Jun 19, 2027 - Nordaust-Svalbard Nature Reserve
Jun 20, 2027 - Hinlopen Strait
Jun 20, 2027 - Nordaust-Svalbard Nature Reserve
Jun 21, 2027 - Soraust-Svalbard Nature Reserve
Jun 22, 2027 - South West Spitsbergen Fjords
Jun 23, 2027 - South West Spitsbergen Fjords
Jun 24, 2027 - Longyearbyen
Known for its stark mountain peaks and spectacular glaciers, Longyearbyen was named for the American John Monroe Longyear, who established a mining operation here in 1906. In the summer season, many species of birds can be found nesting in the steep cliffs while the seaside harbors a number of marine animals from white whales, seals and walruses. In the small town, are museums, local shops and restaurants to explore at a leisurely pace.