Day 1 - Friday - Jul 29, 2022
Welcome to Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland. Your wondrous journey begins with a two-night stay.
Day 2 - Saturday - Jul 30, 2022
Reykjavik, the world's most northerly capital, has something for everyone - numerous enlightening museums, gourmet restaurants, creative architecture, and a vibrant nightlife, all wonderfully set within the spellbinding landscape of snow-capped mountains and cerulean seas. On an informative walking tour, you will explore all the hidden jewels the city has to offer. Visit the Hallgrimskirkja Church, the colourful houses of Thingholt, the 930 AD structure of Althingi Parliament, Old Harbor, Harpa Concert Hall, and Solfar Sculpture, all while being entertained by your guide's creative storytelling. This evening, join your tour director and fellow travellers for a welcome dinner.
Day 3 - Sunday - Jul 31, 2022
| Deildartunguhver Hot Spring, Iceland |
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| Hraunfossar Waterfall, Iceland |
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| Into the Glacier, Langjokull, Iceland |
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After you bid goodbye to the vibrant capital city, make your way to the peaceful farming district and valley of Borgarfjordur, a wonder set amidst mountains and glaciers. Head to Deildartunguhver, one of the world's largest hot springs. See the twin waterfalls Hraunfossar and Barnafoss, then experience an 'Into the Glacier' adventure. Continue on to Borgarnes for your one-night stay.
Day 4 - Monday - Aug 1, 2022
Your grand adventure along Iceland's famous Golden Circle begins here. Enjoy local experiences along the way with visits to authentic family-run farms. Explore the untouched beauty of Thingvellir National Park, and its history as the original, outdoor site of Iceland's first parliamentary assembly in 930 AD. View the extraordinary Thingvellir rift, the split that defines the borders of North America and Eurasia. For the next two nights, you will stay in Asborgir. Optional Helicopter Flight - Soar above Iceland's snowy glaciers and active volcanic terrain on an optional helicopter flight (additional cost, please book on tour).
Day 5 - Tuesday - Aug 2, 2022
Continue to explore this magnificent area. At the Gullfoss waterfall, marvel at the double-tiered falls and maybe even catch sight of its famous rainbows in the mist. Next, visit the incredible geothermal region of Geysir, known for its hot springs and geysers. Take in the bubbling pools and steam vents, and see Strokkur, a waterspout that shoots to around 98 feet (30 meters) in the air. Optional Helicopter Flight - Soar above Iceland's snowy glaciers and active volcanic terrain on an optional helicopter flight (additional cost, please book on tour).
Day 6 - Wednesday - Aug 3, 2022
| Kirkjubaejarklaustur, Iceland |
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Head south to the village of Kirkjubaejarklaustur, home to some of the world's most impressive geological formations which were created during a volcanic eruption that occurred between 1783 and 1784 - the largest eruption since the settlement of Iceland. The walking path along the eastern edge of the Fjadrargljufur Canyon offers stunning views over the plains and glacial brooks below. Eldhraun is a wide lava field that has thick green moss enveloping the jagged and hard edges. The colors are striking with the bright greens of the moss against the smoky hues of lava and the blue skies. Later, check into your hotel, your small and intimate Special Stay hotel for one night, located in one of the most beautiful regions in Southern Iceland.
Day 7 - Thursday - Aug 4, 2022
| Kirkjubaejarklaustur, Iceland |
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Cross the sandy desert of the south coast to the coastal town of Vik, and stroll along the black sand beach and admire the Reynisdrangar, high basalt columns in the sea. Continue to your hotel, your Special Stay for the night.
Day 8 - Friday - Aug 5, 2022
Welcome to Reykjavik where you will board your ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse, to start your discovery voyage of the world's largest island - Greenland.
Day 9 - Saturday - Aug 6, 2022
Weather depending, today we visit the jewel of the Westfjords. Stand back and admire the cascading bridal veil, and discover why it was nicknamed 'the thunder'. Made up of seven waterfalls, it is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Iceland.
Day 10 - Sunday - Aug 7, 2022
Cruise from Iceland across the Denmark Strait to the east coast of Greenland. The Discovery Team will enthrall you with their knowledge and passion for this region. From your suite's verandah, scan the horizon through your included binoculars to look for whales.
Day 11 - Monday - Aug 8, 2022
Over the coming days, explore Greenland's east coast, the fjords of Skjoldungen, and Prince Christian Sund. Carving a breathtaking, naturally-formed path separating the mainland from the islands of Cape Farewell, Prince Christian Sund is one of Greenland's most scenic waterways. Over a hundred kilometers in length, and flanked by magnificent glaciers and granite cliffs, this narrow passage is only accessible during summer, when the largest ice blockades melt away. Scenic Eclipse brings you close to the towering glaciers, huge icebergs, and imposing peaks for unmissable photo opportunities.
Day 12 - Tuesday - Aug 9, 2022
| Cruising the Coast of Greenland, Greenland |
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Day 13 - Wednesday - Aug 10, 2022
| Cruising the Coast of Greenland, Greenland |
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Continue cruising the coast of Greenland. Due to the extraordinary nature of the region, the sailing and expedition schedule is flexible. Your experienced captain and Discovery leader will use their expertise to design this section of your voyage from day to day.
Day 14 - Thursday - Aug 11, 2022
The most striking agricultural town located on the edge of a fjord, Narsaq is known for its Greenlandic 'cowboys', lush farmlands, and intriguing Norse history. In the 1960s, a long house was unearthed and is believed to be the very first place Erik the Red settled. Discover this quaint town and its close connection to the Mother Nature and visit the Narsaq Museum to learn about Norse history.
Day 15 - Friday - Aug 12, 2022
Nuuk means 'majestic fjord views' in Greenlandic. The capital and largest city in Greenland, Nuuk has been inhabited by many settlers over the centuries, but the present town was only established in 1728. A guided tour through the picturesque Old Harbour reveals history and traditions that still remain strong.
Day 16 - Saturday - Aug 13, 2022
Meander through the Evighed Fjord or "Eternity Fjord", listening as chunks from the ice cap break away and collapse into the water. Gaze up at the highest mountains in West Greenland, watching as the mist swirls around them.
Day 17 - Sunday - Aug 14, 2022
Spectacular days await as you cruise Disko Bay. Ilulissat is named from the Inuit word for 'iceberg'. Formerly called Jakobshavn, the town is best known for large number of icebergs breaking away from the nearby Ilulissat Icefjord, into which one of the world's fastest moving and most active glaciers calves 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually. Listen for the rumbling sounds of icebergs in the distance calving from the Sermeq Kujalleq Glacier.
Day 18 - Monday - Aug 15, 2022
| Kangerlussuaq Fjord, Greenland, Denmark |
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Enjoy your last day relaxing on Scenic Eclipse. With so many choices onboard you will be surprised how quickly time passes. Choose one of the daily activities, an entertaining discussion in the theater, or make time for yourself in the Senses Spa. This evening, cruise through the Kangerlussuaq Fjord, the longest fjord in Greenland. Keep a look out for herds of musk oxen, reindeer, as well as Arctic hares and polar foxes.
Day 19 - Tuesday - Aug 16, 2022
Your cruise ends this morning in Kangerlussuaq as you bid farewell to the crew and fly to Copenhagen. The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the cruise will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above.
