Itinerary
exploring the fjords and shores of one of Iceland’s oldest regions (home to volcanic rocks dating back 16 million years) by Zodiac and ship, and during guided shore landings. The views are diverse: dramatic cliffs, gushing waterfalls, colorful beaches, rolling green hills, high moorlands dotted with rocky outcrops and tiny lakes. You’ll likely spot Icelandic ponies and shaggy sheep grazing the hillsides. A few outposts of civilization include small fishing communities nestled on the edges of the fjord and along the shores of the Denmark Strait. These modest settlements preserve a maritime heritage that dates back to the heady days of the Viking era. Possible community visits include Vigur Island in Safjarðardjúp fjord, and the little town of Ísafjörður, noted for its wooden houses, fishing boats, and hospital-turned-community center.
DAY 1 | ARRIVE IN REYKJAVIK, ICELAND Arrive in Reykjavik and transfer
Primary Eclipse Viewing Site
King Oscar Fjord
GREENLAND
independently to your included hotel for the night. Depending on your arrival time, you may wish to explore sites of the fascinating capital of Iceland. DAYS 2 & 3 | EMBARK IN REYKJAVIK AND EXPLORE THE WESTFJORDS ON ULTRAMARINE After breakfast, you will be transferred to your ship, the technologically- advanced Ultramarine . Today we set sail for what’s often referred to as “Iceland’s best-kept secret”—the Westfjords. This rugged peninsula, on the remote northwestern tip of Iceland, is a stunning region of mountains and fjords, hence its anglicized name, Westfjords. Mountains slope down to the sea in a dramatic fashion, providing plenty of opportunities for incredible landscape photography. We’ll spend the day
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Reykjavik
ICELAND
ICELAND TO GREENLAND: Total Solar Eclipse Onboard Ultramarine
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