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16 Night Iceland to Greenland Total Solar Eclipse and Land Tour

From Reykjavik to Reykjavik
  • Ocean Explorer
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Ocean Explorer

Quark Expeditions
5 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14084145
  • Departs: Mon, Aug 3, 2026
  • Returns: Wed, Aug 19, 2026
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    Itinerary Summary

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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Aug 3, 2026
    Day
    1
    Reykjavik, Iceland
    • Reykjavik, Iceland
    Arrive in Reykjavik and transfer independently to your hotel, which is included in the Charter Flight & Hotel Package. Depending on your arrival time, you may wish to explore sites of the fascinating capital, which is known for its mix of modern architecture and Viking heritage. At 6408' North, Reykjavik is the world's northernmost capital of an independent sovereign state. ...
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    Tuesday - Aug 4, 2026
    Day
    2
    Reykjavik, Iceland
    • Reykjavik, Iceland

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 2 - Tuesday - Aug 4, 2026
    Day
    2
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Reykjavik, Iceland
    Wednesday - Aug 5, 2026
    Day
    3
    • Westfjords, Iceland
    After breakfast on Day 2, you'll have time to explore on your own before your afternoon transfer to the modern, purpose-built ship Ocean Explorer. We set sail for "Iceland's best-kept secret"-the Westfjords. This rugged peninsula, on the remote northwestern tip of Iceland, is dominated by mountains, volcanic rock, and fjords. Mountains slope down to the sea in a dramatic fashion, providing plenty of opportunities for incredible landscape photography. We'll spend the day exploring by Zodiac and ship, as well as guided shore landings where possible. 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 at the fjord edges and along the shores of the Denmark Strait. One of the highlights in the Westfjords is a chance to visit Vigur, a private island where guests can delve into Icelandic culture and heritage as far back as the 11th century. Vigur is widely regarded as a capsule of Icelandic heritage. One of the island's co-owners is polar explorer Felicity Aston, the first woman to ski solo across Antarctica. You'll learn about the Icelandic tradition of eiderdown harvesting, and the wide array of Arctic birdlife and seals that are found in Vigur. It's estimated that Vigur Island is home to over 7,000 breeding ducks, 100,000 puffins, Europe's largest colony of black guillemots, and huge flocks of Arctic terns. You'll also have opportunities to ramble about the island, taste local food, and visit the island cafe. Today's adventure options include Zodiac cruising, sea kayaking, paddle excursion program, and, potentially, a guided shore hike. Right across the bay is Mongufoss, one of Iceland's most remote and beautiful waterfalls, which we'll visit by ship. We may also visit Flatey, a small 1.5-kilometer-long island in Breidafjordur Bay. ...
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    Thursday - Aug 6, 2026
    Day
    4
    • Westfjords, Iceland
    Friday - Aug 7, 2026
    Day
    5
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    As we sail north across the Denmark Strait between Iceland and Greenland, the Expedition Team will prepare you for the exciting adventures ahead-both on and off-ship. Our team of polar experts will present on a wide range of topics, including Arctic history, wildlife, geology, and climatology. The team will also search for and identify seabirds soaring about the ship-and they'll most certainly alert you whenever there's a whale sighting. ...
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    Saturday - Aug 8, 2026
    Day
    6
    • Kong Oscar Fjord, Greenland, Denmark, Denmark
    Sunday - Aug 9, 2026
    Day
    7
    • Segelsallskapet Fjord, Greenland, Denmark
    Navigating within the boundaries of the Northeast Greenland National Park-the planet's largest national park covering 972,000 square kilometers-we will sail into Kangerluk Kong Oscar, also known as Kong Oscar Fjord, on the northern border of Scoresby Land. This major fjord system, popular for its famously bright sandstone, stretches 110 kilometers long and 10 to 25 kilometers wide. You will also experience the wonders of nature in Segelsallskapet Fjord, where a spectacular display of "geological art" awaits: alternating layers of limestone and dolomite stretching before you in a stunningly beautiful canvas created over tens of thousands of years. ...
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    Monday - Aug 10, 2026
    Day
    8
    Scoresbysund, Greenland
    • Scoresbysund, Greenland
    Our purpose-built vessel will cruise deep into Scoresby Sund, allowing us to marvel at the overwhelming beauty of the world's largest fjord system and its vast icebergs. This area offers plenty of opportunities to explore during Zodiac cruises and onshore visits, and, if conditions allow, time to visit Ittoqqortoormiit, the most remote community in East Greenland. There will be a palpable sense of excitement in the air as anticipation builds for our much-awaited eclipse viewing. Behind the scenes, your expedition leader and the ship captain will work closely together, monitoring sea and ice conditions and meteorological forecasts-particularly cloud cover-to strategically position Ocean Explorer in the best location possible to maximize your views of the solar eclipse. ...
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    Tuesday - Aug 11, 2026
    Day
    9
    Scoresbysund, Greenland
    • Scoresbysund, Greenland
    Wednesday - Aug 12, 2026
    Day
    10
    Scoresbysund, Greenland
    • Scoresbysund, Greenland
    Ocean Explorer will sail further into Scoresby Sund, where the team will identify the most optimal viewing point along the path of totality. With the total eclipse of the sun lasting 2 minutes and 17.2 seconds, this region of the Arctic provides the longest duration of totality along the entire eclipse path. The eclipse will start at 2:34 pm, and totality will begin at 3:34 pm and end at 3:36 pm. The eclipse viewing experience, a duration of 2 hours, 1 minute, and 3 seconds, will conclude at 4:35 pm. Throughout this exciting day, you will have opportunities to learn from the guest eclipse expert, Michael Zeiler. This 2026 eclipse is part of Saros series 126, which is a cycle of solar eclipses that repeats approximately every 18 years. It's worth noting that total solar eclipses in polar regions are relatively rare due to the smaller land area and the fact that the sun only illuminates each pole for part of the year. The Quark Expeditions team and our special eclipse expert will continue to research the geography of this region as we prepare for the event. Right up until the day of the eclipse itself, the team will study the mountainous terrain, the angles of the sun in the sky, localized ice conditions, and weather patterns to determine the best possible viewing experience. Your expedition leader will outline the day's agenda in the days and hours leading up to the eclipse. ...
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    Thursday - Aug 13, 2026
    Day
    11
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    You'll have plenty of opportunities during your at-sea days to enjoy the amenities of Ocean Explorer. Guests can relax in Tundra Spa, the gym, the sauna with large windows, and two outdoor Jacuzzis, or deepen your polar knowledge in the light-filled Discovery Library. Almost all suites have verandas, ideal for watching the passing Arctic landscape. Spending time outside on on deck as we transit south along the east coast offers an opportunity to spot icebergs and, as always, we keep our eyes peeled for whales. Remember to check the lineup of polar presentations featuring the learned Expedition Team and guest eclipse expert. ...
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    Friday - Aug 14, 2026
    Day
    12
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Saturday - Aug 15, 2026
    Day
    13
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Sunday - Aug 16, 2026
    Day
    14
    • Aappilattoq, Greenland
    Tiny and picturesque Aappilattoq, home to approximately 100 permanent residents, is perched on the shores of one of the world's most scenic fjords, the 100-kilometer-long Prins Christian Sund (also known as Ikerasassuaq). Aappilattoq is the second-most southerly settlement in Greenland (after Narsarmijit). The name Aappilattoq has been interpreted to mean "sea anemone", or "red" after the crimson mountain rising above the settlement. The area has been inhabited since the 1800s, but the current village was only established in 1922. The majority of residents rely on hunting and fishing, with local fishermen selling surplus cod and turbot to a small fish factory run by Royal Greenland. Services include a general store, fire station, elementary school, boat service, church, and a general repairs workshop. ...
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    Monday - Aug 17, 2026
    Day
    15
    • Ivittuut, Greenland
    Ivittuut, formerly known as Ivigtut ("grassy place"), is an abandoned mining town near Cape Desolation in southwestern Greenland, close to the ruins of the ancient Norse Middle Settlement. Historians and archeologists believe this settlement-the least documented Norse settlement in Greenland-once comprised about 20 farms. A handful of mining-related structures still remain-some dilapidated-including a barracks, a storehouse, and a cemetery. The 1987 translocation of muskoxen to Ivittuut from the Kangerlussuaq area is the reason you may see the lumbering beasts in the area. Otherwise, native wildlife consists mostly of Arctic hare and Arctic fox. It's also possible to spot semi-domestic reindeer from Greenland's only active reindeer husbandry operation, the Isortoq Reindeer Station, located south of Ivittuut. ...
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    Tuesday - Aug 18, 2026
    Day
    16
    Nuuk, Greenland
    • Nuuk, Greenland
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 16 - Tuesday - Aug 18, 2026
    Day
    16
    • Air Travel
    • Reykjavik, Iceland
    Upon arriving in Greenland's capital, enjoy one more Zodiac ride to shore for the group transfer to the airport to catch your charter flight to Reykjavik, Iceland. Upon arrival in Reykjavik, transfer to your hotel. Both your hotel and charter flight are included in the Charter Flight & Hotel Package. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Aug 19, 2026
    Day
    17
    Reykjavik, Iceland
    • Reykjavik, Iceland
    After a restful night at your hotel, make your way to Keflavik International Airport for your onward flight, or spend additional time exploring Reykjavik at your leisure.
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