Itinerary
DAY 3 | EXPLORING WESTFORDS, ICELAND’S HIDDEN GEM Each region of Iceland has its own appeal for nature seekers, birding enthusiasts and history-lovers, and the seldom-visited Westfjords, where the land meets the sea in the most dramatic fashion, is no exception. Often referred to as “Iceland’s best-kept secret,” this rugged peninsula at the country’s remote northwestern tip is rife with fjords, and mountains that slope gracefully down to the sea. We spend our time exploring the fjords and shores of Iceland’s oldest region, enjoying its kaleidoscope of diverse land and seascapes. Here, tumbling cliffs and gushing waterfalls alternate with colorful beaches, and rolling green hills lead up to high moorlands dotted with rocky outcrops, small lakes, and the occasional shaggy
DAY 1 | ARRIVE IN ICELAND Arrive at the international airport in Keflavik and transfer independently to your included hotel in Reykjavik. Depending on your arrival time, you may wish to explore Iceland’s fascinating capital. Many cultural and historical landmarks are located in or near the walkable city center. DAY 2 | EMBARKATION Enjoy your complimentary breakfast at the hotel. Your transfer to the ship is scheduled for the afternoon, leaving you time to explore Reykjavik in the morning and have lunch on your own before you rendez-vous back at the hotel for the bus transfer to the port. Embarkation is scheduled for 4 pm. You’ll be notified of official welcome and safety briefings as we set sail for the Westfjords.
Ba n Bay
GREENLAND
Kangerlussuaq
Eternity Fjord
TO REYKJAVIK
Nuuk
Kvane Fjord
Denmark Strait
Hvalsey
West Fjords
Lindenow Fjord
ICELAND
Reykjavik
Atlantic Ocean
ICELAND TO GREENLAND: Mountains, Glaciers and the Westfjords
Onboard Ocean Explorer Flight to/from Reykjavik
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