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Day 1
LONGYEARBYEN
Board the M/V Polar Star in the afternoon to embark
on a journey to one of the most beautiful and isolated
regions of the world.
Day 2 - 3 SPITSBERGEN
Before heading west, explore the
Arctic nature and wilderness - it is possible to see walrus
and the mighty Polar Bear. Possible landing sites include
Alkehornet, Freskvannsbukta Fjord, Magdalenefjord and
Amsterdamøya. Time permitting the ship will also cruise near
Moffen Island.
Day 4 - 5 GREENLAND SEA
These two days at sea allow time to
relax, attend lectures and keep a vigilant watch for
wildlife and pack ice from the decks and observation lounge
as we cross the Greenland Sea.
Day 6 - 9
EAST GREENLAND
The ship steams as far north as the ice allows– and every
day is a new adventure as we explore this remote and
spectacular National Park with landings, trekking and Zodiac
cruises. It is a rugged world with tundra, fjords, icebergs,
waterfalls and glaciers but the tenacity of mankind is seen
in remnants of explorer’s huts, Greenlandic (Inuit)
settlements and the Danish Sled Dog Patrol. With a long
history of being hunted, the wildlife is shy but it is
possible to see Polar Bear, Musk oxen, seals, whales and the
Iconic Gyr falcon to name a few. Destinations we may make
landings at include Shannon Island, Hansa Bay, Daneborg,
Dead Man’s Bay, Wordie Glacier, Myggbukta,
Blomsterbukten, Isfjord and King Oscar’s Fjord.
Day 10 SCORESBY SUND FJORD
Spend a day exploring
Scoresbysund Fjord, considered the largest in the world. The
scenery is stunning as the ship cruises into the fjord –
imposing granite walls, mountain peaks, glaciers and
icebergs beautifully carved by the glaciers.
Day 11 SCORESBY SUND - ITTOQQORTOORMIIT
Visit Ittoqqortoormiit in the morning.
It is the most northerly permanent settlement in East
Greenland. The museum, Women’s House, weather station,
church and other public facilities are open for visits.
There is a walking tour of this colorful settlement with
Inuit residents and many sled dogs. The ship sets off for
Iceland in the afternoon.
Day 12 At Sea
This day at sea provides time for wrap
up lectures, finish journals and then gather for the final
recap and Captain’s farewell function.
Day 13 DISEMBARK REYKJAVIK
We disembark M/V Polar Star after
breakfast in the world’s most northerly capital.
Explore Iceland on your own or begin
your homeward journey.
(Please note that this is our planned
itinerary - actual execution is subject to weather and
scheduling limitations. PSE reserves the right to adjust the
itinerary as needed without recourse.)
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MV Polar Star Cabin Plan
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