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Day by Day Summary and Map
Land Segment of Itinerary
Sunday - Jun 1, 2025
Day 1
Reykjavik, Iceland
Having made your way to Reykjavik, you will be met by a representative of Aurora Expeditions and transferred to your group hotel. Upon arrival at your included hotel, please visit the Aurora Expeditions hospitality area where you can leave your luggage and enjoy refreshments if arriving prior to 4 pm. While here you can collect your luggage cabin tags and speak with the ground operations team, who may have information to share with you about pre-embarkation or to provide you with information about where to dine, withdraw cash, or purchase last-minute items from a local pharmacy or supermarket. The remainder of your time is at leisure. All meals today are at your own expense. Accommodation: The Grand Hotel Reykjavik ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Monday - Jun 2, 2025
Day 2
Reykjavik, Iceland
Bus Travel
Thingvellir, Iceland
Bus Travel
Gullfoss, Iceland
Bus Travel
Geysir Area, Iceland
Bus Travel
Cruise Segment of Itinerary
Day 2 - Monday - Jun 2, 2025
Day 2
Cruise Begins
Reykjavik, Iceland
This morning, please ensure your cabin luggage is fitted with cabin tags clearly labeled with your name and cabin number. Your luggage will be collected from your hotel and transferred directly to the port for clearance and delivered to your cabin ahead of your arrival onboard. Please keep any valuables or personal items with you throughout the day. Today we follow the path of one of Reykjavik's most popular seismic attractions - the Golden Circle. Stops along our route include Thingvellir National Park, accredited as the site of Iceland's first parliament. A shaky start to the new nation, it is also the point where the Eurasia and North American tectonic plates meet as an open fissure. Our next stop is Gullfoss waterfall. This impressive water feature tumbles 34 meters into the Hvita River, offering a popular photographic opportunity. Next we explore the geothermal fields and geysers for which Iceland is famous. The variety of hot springs and bubbling pools are mesmerizing as the sheer capacity of water and steam erupting from the ground makes you ponder just how much power is beneath your feet. Late afternoon we return to Reykjavik to board the Greg Mortimer. After boarding, there's time to settle into your cabin before the important safety briefings before we 'throw the lines' to begin our Greenland adventure. This evening, meet your expedition team and crew at the Welcome Dinner. ... Read More
Tuesday - Jun 3, 2025
Day 3
Arnarstapi, Iceland
Bus Travel
Grundarfjordur, Iceland
Arnarstapi is the starting point of our adventures on the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, gateway to Snaefellsjokull National Park. Snaefellsnes Peninsula is an area of diverse landscapes that is characterized by lava fields and glistening fjords and home to a vast array of birdlife. The area is crowned by the magnificent, ice-capped Snaefellsjokull volcano, a 700,000-year-old dormant subglacial volcano, visible from Reykjavik on a clear day and immortalized in Jules Verne's Journey to the Centre of the Earth. You can choose from three shore excursion options that best suits your interests and level of fitness. ... Read More
Wednesday - Jun 4, 2025
Day 4
Patreksfjordur, Iceland, Iceland
Dynjand, Iceland
Over the next three days, we explore the Westfjords region featuring outstanding landscapes with jaw-dropping views of dramatic fjords carved by ancient glaciers, sheer table mountains that plunge into the sea, and pristine North Atlantic vegetation. At Patreksfjordur, a shore excursion by motorcoach takes us to Latrabjarg cliffs. As Europe's largest bird cliff, Latrabjarg is home to millions of seabirds, such as puffin, razorbill, fulmar, and guillemot. Enjoy the impressive variety of natural wonders and unspoiled nature. Latrabjarg also happens to be the westernmost point in Europe. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of the afternoon as we cruise northward, taking in breathtaking landscapes and keeping a watchful eye for whales. Later, we'll embark on a Zodiac landing to witness the awe-inspiring power of Dynjandi waterfall. ... Read More
Thursday - Jun 5, 2025
Day 5
Thingeyri, Iceland
Thingeyri, a quaint village nestled on a slender strip of land, graces the shores of one of Iceland's most picturesque fjords, Dyrafjordur. Much like many other coastal settlements in Iceland, the village's culture and industry have been intricately woven with the influence of the sea over centuries. The surrounding landscape is adorned with towering mountains, lending a distinctive charm to the scenic expanse that envelops Thingeyri. This idyllic region is often hailed as the "Alps of the Westfjords", especially the highland area nestled between the majestic fjords of Dyrafjordur and Arnarfjordur. The beauty of Thingeyri lies not only in its coastal simplicity but also in the dramatic backdrop of high mountains that paints a captivating portrait of this Icelandic village. Choose one of two shore excursion options that best suits your interests and level of fitness. ... Read More
Friday - Jun 6, 2025
Day 6
Akureyri, Iceland
Bus Travel
Husavik, Iceland
Picturesque Akureyri is Iceland's second-largest city outside the capital area and is blessed with a superb snow-capped mountain backdrop. Choose from three shore excursions in Akureyri to best suit your interests and level of fitness. In the late afternoon, we reboard our vessel in Husavik, the whale watching capital of Iceland. ... Read More
Saturday - Jun 7, 2025
Day 7
Grimsey Island, Iceland
Skjalfandi Bay, Iceland
Located approximately 40 kilometers (25 miles) off the mainland, Grimsey is a verdant grassy island, probably best known for its proximity to the Arctic Circle, which cuts across the island. Many people travel to Grimsey just to say they have stepped across the imaginary line. With a tiny population of approximately 100 inhabitants, it's a fantastic place for Zodiac cruising, kayaking, and photographing seabirds such as guillemots, gulls, and puffins. Leaving Grimsey to return closer to the mainland, we spend time scanning the waters of Skjalfandi Bay around Husavik, a town known as the Iceland's 'whale watching capital', home to up to 24 different whale species, as well as dolphins and 30 variety of birds. The largest animal on earth, the blue whale, has also been spotted in Skjalfandi Bay, and if you are lucky, you might catch a glimpse of this magnificent creature as well as others, such as orcas, fin whales, and pilot whales. ... Read More
Sunday - Jun 8, 2025
Day 8
Skalanes Nature Reserve, Iceland
Seydisfjordur, Iceland
Established in 2005, Skalanes is an independent nature reserve near Seydisfjordur, that boasts beautiful bird colonies, abundant plant life, and fascinating archaeology. The stunning cliffs that reach to 640 meters are home to thousands of seabirds including nesting eiders and Arctic terns and a gradually evolving ecosystem of flora and fauna. Seals, whales, and reindeers are a common sight. The landscape hosts remains of farms and turf structures which gives a context to the interaction of humans and nature since the settlement of Iceland. You may have the option to do a Zodiac cruise around the cliffs to see the bird colonies of kittiwakes, fulmars, and guillemots, or enjoy a walk ashore. In the afternoon, we spend some time exploring Seydisfjordur, a picturesque fishing village that is renowned for its charming collection of colorful wooden buildings located around the lagoon. Take a stroll around town and discover the timber houses that are remnants from when the Norwegians settled here and established the herring fishing facilities from 1870-1900. From the valley above the town, the river Fjardara tumbles down in beautiful cascades to the lagoon. There are a number of delightful hiking trails to explore, or alternatively, you can discover a flourishing cultural scene with an arts center, the famous blue church that stages music concerts, and the only two cinemas in the east of Iceland. Back in town, browse the stores where you will discover handicrafts by local artists and artisans - perfect as a souvenir or gift. ... Read More
Monday - Jun 9, 2025
Day 9
Djupivogur, Iceland
In Iceland's east, we disembark in Djupivogur, our gateway to Vatnajokull National Park, home to Europe's largest glacier. You can choose one of three shore excursion options that best suits your interests and level of fitness.
Tuesday - Jun 10, 2025
Day 10
At Sea
As we sail along the south coast, enjoy a sea day to catch up on editing your photos and enjoy an informative lecture from the knowledgeable expedition team.
Wednesday - Jun 11, 2025
Day 11
Westmann Islands, Iceland
Located off Iceland's south coast, the Westman Islands were formed by volcanic eruptions around 10,000 years ago. Westman Islands are surrounded by 15 other uninhabited islands and around 30 rocks and skerries offering refuge for rich array of seabirds. Westman Islands are considered to have the largest Atlantic puffin colony in the world, and when sailing around the islands it is not uncommon to see puffins but also whales and seals. You can choose from two shore excursion options that best suits your interests and level of fitness. ... Read More
Thursday - Jun 12, 2025
Day 12
Reykjavik, Iceland
During the early morning, we cruise into Reykjavik and disembark at approximately 8:00 am. Farewell your Expedition Team and fellow passengers as we all continue our onward journeys. Several transfer options are available. Please note: At the conclusion of the voyage, we recommend booking flights departing after 12:00 pm on the day of disembarkation in case there are delays. ... Read More
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