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Heart of the Arctic – Canada & Greenland Expedition 2027

Heart of the Arctic – Canada & Greenland Expedition 2027

From USD $8,995

Description

A route linking Greenland’s fjord country with the Canadian Arctic, centred on art-making communities, tundra landscapes, and coastal wildlife zones. The journey moves from Nuuk’s sheltered waterways across Davis Strait into Nunavut and Nunavik, combining visits to renowned carving and printmaking centres with hikes across open tundra and landings along cliff-lined coasts. The final stretch through Southeast Baffin and Frobisher Bay adds ice, geology, and deep cultural history before ending in Iqaluit.

Trip Name
Heart of the Arctic - Canada & Greenland Expedition 2027
Days
13
Overview
Vessel Type: Luxury X-Bow®-Infinity Class Vessel Passenger Capacity: 174 passengers in 93 cabins Built: 2021 Ocean Victory carries the same next-generation expedition design as its sister ship, purpose-built for the demands of Antarctica and the Arctic. The patented X-Bow structure delivers a steadier, more comfortable ride through heavy seas and deeper ice, while the heated mudroom and multiple exterior access points streamline zodiac operations. Large stateroom windows, broad observation areas and hydraulic platforms keep the Polar environment in constant view, and amenities such as Jacuzzis, spa, gym, lounge spaces and bistro service support a high standard of comfort without dulling the focus on exploration. Efficiency and environmental performance are central to the vessel’s build. Diesel–electric propulsion reduces fuel consumption and lowers emissions by roughly 50 percent compared with traditional expedition ships. Most cabins include private balconies, communal spaces are deliberately generous, and all core expedition infrastructure - photography support, science areas, medical capability and dedicated passenger services - is integrated into daily operations. The result is a modern, stable and environmentally responsible platform for seamless travel across both Polar regions.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1: Nuuk, Greenland
Arrive in Nuuk, Greenland’s vibrant capital, where ancient stone meets modern rhythm. Set at the mouth of a vast fjord, the city’s colourful houses climb the hillsides against a backdrop of rugged peaks. Contemporary art, lively cafés, and a strong sense of community give Nuuk an energy that feels both cosmopolitan and deeply rooted in place. Visit the Greenland National Museum to meet the Qilakitsoq mummies—silent witnesses to lives once lived along this coast. Then wander through the old harbour, where sea air mingles with roasted coffee and the scent of salt and wood. Here, history and daily life flow together, revealing a city that looks both forward and back. 
Day 2 - Day 2: Capital Region
Sail into the immense Nuup Kangerlua, where mountains veiled in mist rise from glacial water. The ship weaves between islands and ice, each turn revealing new light and texture. Watch for seals and seabirds while your expedition team shares stories of geology, glaciation, and change. The day drifts by in a quiet rhythm of movement, reflection, and wonder. 
Day 3 - Day 3: At Sea — Davis Strait
As the ship crosses Davis Strait toward Canada, the open ocean becomes classroom and companion. Learn from Inuit cultural educators and scientists who share perspectives on climate, language, and life in the North. Join an Inuit games workshop or simply watch the horizon, where whales surface in slow arcs and seabirds follow our wake. The crossing is a time to listen—to voices, to water, to wind. 
Day 4 - Day 4: Kimmirut (Lake Harbour), NU, Canada
Kimmirut, meaning “the heel,” lies where marble cliffs meet the sea. Here, art and land intertwine—ivory carvings, jewelry, and stonework shaped by generations of artists. Walk among blooming tundra and feel the marble stone underfoot, luminous against the Arctic light. In this small community, every creation tells a story of place. 
Day 5 - Day 5: Kinngait (Cape Dorset)
In Kinngait, creativity fills the air. Visit the historic West Baffin Eskimo Co-operative, birthplace of Inuit printmaking, and meet the artists whose hands shape visions from stone and ink. The hum of carving tools, the scent of paper and pigment—every detail speaks of tradition evolving with each generation. Here, art is a shared language between past and present. 
Day 6 - Day 6–7: Ungava Peninsula, Nunavik, QC
Step ashore on the vast, treeless tundra of the Ungava Peninsula. With Inuit guides, trace the contours of ancient rock, learn the names of hardy plants, and pause on a glacial boulder to listen to the stillness. Zodiac along the coast to watch for wildlife and seabirds in motion. The landscape is quiet yet alive—a lesson in subtlety and endurance. 
Day 7 - Day 8: Salluit
Salluit greets visitors with open hands and open hearts. In this northern community, traditions are lived with joy and belonging. Share laughter and music in the community hall, taste local food, and explore the artistry of mittens, carvings, and jewelry. On the hills above town, look out over the bay—a view of connection between people and place. 
Day 8 - Day 9: Ungava Bay
Akpatok Island rises sheer and white from Ungava Bay, its cliffs crowded with thick-billed murres. Zodiac beneath the walls of limestone where air thrums with wings. Keep watch for polar bears and walrus along the shore. The scale and sound of this place remind you how full the Arctic can be—alive, vast, and brimming with presence. 
Day 9 - Day 10–11: Southeast Baffin
Along the wild coast of Baffin Island, glacier faces and sculpted rock tell the story of ice’s long hand. Cruise by Zodiac or ship as light reveals the texture of the cliffs, catching on ridges and folds of stone. Geologists on board (known for listening to rocks) interpret the patterns and folds, revealing how the land remembers its making. 
Day 10 - Day 12: Frobisher Bay
Sail through Frobisher Bay, where icebergs drift between dark headlands. Wildlife may gather in the calm coves—seals, seabirds, and perhaps a distant bear. The ship moves slowly, and time seems to loosen. This is a day for quiet observation, for feeling the expanse and beauty of the North. 
Day 11 - Day 13: Iqaluit, NU, Canada
Arrive in Iqaluit, capital of Nunavut, and the journey’s end. The city stands at the head of Frobisher Bay, a meeting place of modern life and traditional strength. As you board the Zodiac for your final shore landing, look back once more at the horizon—the light, the land, the learning you now carry within you. 
Day 12 - Please note:
Published itineraries are examples only, weather, ice, government regulations, and community requests may necessitate changes to the planned schedules. These sometimes necessary adjustments present exciting opportunities for exploration, discovery, and adventure.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
02-08-202714-08-2027USD $8,995Category 1
02-08-202714-08-2027USD $11,195Category 2
02-08-202714-08-2027USD $12,095Category 3
02-08-202714-08-2027USD $12,895Category 4
02-08-202714-08-2027USD $13,495Category 5
02-08-202714-08-2027USD $14,395Category 6
02-08-202714-08-2027USD $15,295Category 7
02-08-202714-08-2027USD $16,010Category A
02-08-202714-08-2027USD $16,495Category 8
02-08-202714-08-2027USD $18,995Category 9

Inclusions

    • Cape Dorset and Kimmirut: leading centres of Inuit carving, printmaking, and stonework.
    • Ungava Peninsula and Salluit: expansive tundra, wide horizons, and strong community presence.
    • Southeast Baffin and Ungava Bay: cliffs, seabird activity, shifting ice, and high Arctic atmosphere.

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