Arctic Expedition with Quark Expeditions aboard Ocean Explorer

Explore the breathtaking Arctic with Quark Expeditions aboard Ocean Explorer, discovering spectacular glaciers, fjords and incredible wildlife. Experience the magic of Svalbard on an unforgettable expedition.

• Accommodation: Shipboard accommodation aboard Ocean Explorer with daily housekeeping.
• Meals: All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board.
• Selected beverages: Select beer, wines and cocktails during designated bar service hours and dinner; coffee, tea and cocoa.
• Expedition team: Services of experienced expedition leaders, guides and onboard guest speakers.
• Shore excursions: Scheduled shore landings and Zodiac transfers/cruising as per the expedition programme.
• Expedition clothing: Official Quark Expeditions parka to keep and waterproof expedition boots on loan.
• Educational activities: Expert presentations and scheduled onboard enrichment sessions.
• Travel documentation: Photographic journal documenting the expedition.
• Charter flights: Reykjavík–Nuuk and Kangerlussuaq–Reykjavík flights, if included in the selected package.
• Hotel stays: One pre-expedition and one post-expedition hotel night near Keflavík Airport, with breakfast, if included in the charter flight and hotel package.
• Transfers: Specified group transfers between airports and the ship, as outlined in the confirmed itinerary.
• Port charges and taxes: Applicable charges specified as included in the final booking terms.

• International airfare from your home country to Iceland and back.
• Visa fees, passport costs and visa application services.
• Travel, medical evacuation, cancellation and interruption insurance.
• Meals and drinks in Reykjavík unless specifically included.
• Airport transfers in Iceland not expressly listed in the package.
• Optional excursions and adventure activities carrying additional charges.
• Personal expenses, including laundry, telephone charges, spa treatments and premium Wi-Fi.
• Crew and expedition staff gratuities, where applicable.
• Mandatory waterproof trousers and other personal equipment not supplied.
• Excess baggage fees and luggage storage charges, where applicable.
• Additional hotel nights before or after the scheduled package.
• Any services not specifically stated in the final quotation.

Day 1: Arrive in Reykjavik, Iceland

Day 2: Fly to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland and Embark

Day 3: At Sea Welcome to the Arctic

Day 4: Uummannaq: Mountains, ice, and Greenlandic smiles

Day 5: Uummannaq: Mountains, ice, and Greenlandic smiles

Day 6: Disko Bay & Illulisat: Explore a UNESCO World Heritage site

Day 7: Disko Bay & Illulisat: Explore a UNESCO World Heritage site

Day 8: Sisimiut: A peaceful Greenlandic community

Day 9: Eternity Fjord: Towering cliffs and glaciers

Day 10: Disembarkation in Nuuk and flight to Reykjavik

Day 11: Depart Reykjavik, Iceland

For reservations involving the first and second guest, adult rates will be applicable, irrespective of age.
Single occupancy it is 200% of the cabin Fare plus port Taxes and Gratuities
Prices mentioned are starting prices and subject to change at the time of confirmation
For the 3rd & 4th adult in the cabin, cruise fare will be charged at 50%; port charges and gratuities will be applicable at 100%
Pregnancy Policy:
Pregnant women are allowed to sail only if pregnant for 24 completed weeks or less on the date of cruise disembarkation. All PREGNANT WOMEN MUST PROVIDE TO CCL AT EMBARKATION A PHYSICIAN’S LETTER stating the estimated date of delivery and that the mother and baby are in good health and fit to travel and the pregnancy is not at risk.
Smoking Policy:
Smoking cigarettes, cigars and pipes is permitted only in certain areas of the ships including cigar lounges, designated outdoor smoking areas and outside on private balconies. Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the cabins. To avoid the risk of fire, cigarettes must be extinguished and left in the ashtrays provided.