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Luxury Northwest Passage Cruise

Nuuk - Nuuk

Greenland, Northwest Passage, Arctic, Canadian Arctic
Aug 9 2025 - Aug 24 2025
15 Nights
200 Guests

Starting from per person

£21,150

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Embark on a thrilling 15-day journey through some of the world's most majestic and awe-inspiring Arctic landscapes. Experience the vibrant and isolated cultures flourishing in the vast regions of Nunavut, Canada, and explore its stunning national parks. Discover the remote beauty of places like Sam Ford on Baffin Island. Continue your voyage to Greenland, where you will be captivated by towering icebergs and the immense, slow-moving glaciers of Evighedsfjord, leaving both seasoned and new Arctic enthusiasts in awe.

Cruise Highlights

Cruise Highlights

  • Explore the magnificent landscapes of Greenland and Canada, delving into the heart of steep fjords and encountering vibrant wildlife, including potential polar sightings.
  • Enjoy daily outings and shore visits with our team of outstanding naturalist guides using the ship's Zodiacs.
  • Witness the region's beauty at its peak.
  • 5-star luxury purpose-built expedition ship specially designed for the ultimate wildlife and nature exploration.
  • Join in optional adventure activities such as hiking and kayaking.
  • All-inclusive travel options are available for your total comfort and peace of mind.

Itinerary

Itinerary

Explore magnificent Greenland and Canada

Nuuk capital of Greenland
Day 1

Nuuk

In Greenland's vibrant capital, Nuuk, it's easy to overlook the vastness and isolation of the country. Serving as Greenland's economic and social hub, Nuuk is home to more than a third of its population. Despite its cosmopolitan feel, Nuuk maintains a distinct Greenlandic character.

Overlooking the charming old Colonial Harbour district is Nuuk Cathedral, while the Greenland National Museum houses the renowned Qilakitsoq mummies, a highlight of its archaeological collection. Downtown Nuuk features Scandinavian-style apartments, a bustling shopping district, the Greenlandic Parliament, and Nuuk City Hall, showcasing local artwork. Outdoor cafes serve locally sourced food and beer, contrasting with artisan boutiques and the lively meat market offering catches from Nuuk's expansive fjords.

At the Katuaq Cultural Centre, residents enjoy blockbuster movies and performances by local and international artists. Nuuk blends Danish and Greenlandic influences, yet stands out with its own sophistication, boasting Greenland's only traffic lights, roundabouts, and university. Above all, Nuuk is a city where friendly locals proudly celebrate their heritage and the vibrant community they call home.

 

Silver Endeavour Library
Day 2

At Sea

Sea days offer the perfect chance to relax, unwind, and catch up on activities you've been wanting to enjoy. Whether you prefer hitting the gym, indulging in a spa visit, watching for whales, diving into a good book, or soaking up the sun, these tranquil days at sea provide a welcome balance to the bustling days spent exploring ashore.

Day 3

Iqaluit (Nunavut)

Iqaluit, the capital of Canada’s newest territory, Nunavut, which translates to “our land” in Inuktitut, is situated at the head of Frobisher Bay, an inlet of the North Atlantic that stretches into southeastern Baffin Island. The bay's extensive length initially led explorers to believe it could be an entrance to the Northwest Passage.

In Iqaluit, visitors can explore the rich cultural heritage and artistry of the Inuit people at the Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum and the Nunavut Legislative Assembly Building. These institutions feature remarkable collections of Inuit artwork, including captivating local prints available for purchase in the museum shop.

 Included Shore Excursions

  • Hike in Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park
  • Cultural Iqaluit
Day 4

Lower Savage Islands

The Lower Savage Islands, located off the southeastern tip of Baffin Island, are a frequent summer habitat for polar bears. These islands offer ample space for the bears to roam and maintain distance from one another, as well as opportunities to feed. As the ice recedes with the warming temperatures of the summer season, polar bears are often spotted in this area.

1 Included Shore Excursion:

  • Zodiac Cruise with the Expedition Team
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Day 5

Lady Franklin Island & Monumental Island

Lady Franklin Island, located at the entrance to Cumberland Sound off Baffin Island’s Hall Peninsula, is named in honor of Lady Franklin, the wife of Sir John Franklin, a renowned Arctic explorer who tragically perished while seeking the Northwest Passage. This remote and uninhabited island is notable for its dramatic geological formations, featuring towering cliffs of Archean rocks, believed to be some of the oldest geological formations in Canada.

The waters surrounding Lady Franklin Island are rich in wildlife, attracting numerous seabirds, ducks, seals, and occasionally walrus. Visitors fortunate enough might spot Atlantic Puffins and even the rare Sabine’s Gull, making the island a rewarding destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts keen on exploring Canada’s northernmost reaches.

Monumental Island, a rugged outcrop of ancient metamorphic rock, stands defiantly amidst the icy waters of the Davis Strait. Named in honor of the legendary polar explorer Sir John Franklin, this island epitomizes the essence of Nunavut, set against a backdrop of vast icebergs drifting in from Greenland.

Known as a significant denning site for polar bears, the iconic symbol of the Arctic, Monumental Island offers visitors a high likelihood of spotting mother bears with their cubs. During the summer months when sea ice is scarce, polar bears use the island as a base for hunting until the return of autumn ice. Witnessing these majestic creatures against the island’s ancient black rock and the vibrant hues of autumn tundra is an unforgettable experience.

1 Included Shore Excursion:

  • Zodiac Cruise with the Expedition Team
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Day 7

Auyuituq National Park

Situated on Baffin Island’s Cumberland Peninsula in the heart of Nunavut, Auyuittuq National Park boasts some of Canada's most breathtaking and dramatic landscapes. This park features vast valleys, towering fjords, rugged peaks, and enormous glaciers, creating a quintessential Arctic scene.

While Auyuittuq has sparse vegetation, its stunning, tranquil environments are home to a variety of Arctic wildlife. Visitors may encounter arctic foxes, caribou, lemmings, snow geese, ermines, and polar bears, as well as numerous bird species, including peregrine falcons. The surrounding waters are frequented by narwhals, beluga whales, and orcas. The island's coasts also serve as a sanctuary for seabirds such as the king eider and the little auk.

Established as a national park in 1972, Auyuittuq is significant in Canadian history due to its strategic location. It has been visited by various civilizations since the Stone Age, all attracted by its optimal whaling conditions. Norse and English explorers, as well as the Inuit, who have left a lasting impact on the island and the broader Nunavut region, have all traversed this area. The name Auyuittuq, meaning "The Land That Never Melts" in Inuktitut, reflects the presence of the immense Penny Ice Cap that blankets the park.

1 Included Shore Excursion:

  • Expedition Activities with the Expedition Team
Day 8

Isabella Bay

Isabella Bay, situated approximately 100 kilometers south-southeast of Clyde River on the northeastern coast of Baffin Island, is encompassed within the Ninginganiq National Wildlife Area, designated in 2010. This expansive protected area includes the bay itself, its islands, shores, and the surrounding open waters of the Davis Strait, extending up to 12 nautical miles from shore.

In the 19th century, Isabella Bay was a significant whaling hub, and today it remains a vital marine habitat and sanctuary. During late summer and fall, adult and large adolescent bowhead whales gather in Isabella Bay to feed on the rich copepod zooplankton blooms found in its two deep troughs. This bay hosts Canada's largest recorded concentration of bowhead whales, with up to 100 individuals observed.

Spanning over 336,390 hectares, the Ninginganiq National Wildlife Area is the largest in Canada. Despite its sanctuary status, the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement permits resident Inuit to harvest wildlife, allowing them to hunt whales, polar bears, ringed seals, and narwhals in the bay. The area also supports a variety of bird species, including King Eiders, Long-tailed Ducks, Little Auks, and Northern Fulmars. Ninginganiq, meaning "the place where fog sits," provides a crucial refuge for these diverse Arctic inhabitants.

 Included Shore Excursions:

  • Expedition activities with the expedition team

 

 

Baffin Bay icebergs
Day 9

Sam Ford Fjord

Sam Ford Fjord on Baffin Island is renowned for its stunning concentration of vertical rock faces, among the most impressive in the world. This 110-kilometer (68-mile) fjord is bordered by towering cliffs that have become a magnet for elite rock climbers seeking extreme challenges. These formidable stone walls were shaped by ancient glaciers over the ages. What sets this fjord apart is the dramatic rise of many cliffs directly from the dark waters below. The fjord's waters are home to marine mammals like narwhals and seals, which historically drew Inuit hunters to this rugged coast

1 Included Shore Excursion:

  • Expedition activities with the expedition team

 

Baffin Island Canada
Day 10

Buchan Gulf & Fecham Bay

Buchan Gulf, a deep and narrow inlet carved by glaciers during the last Ice Age, extends 22 miles into Baffin Island's eastern shores. This gulf is renowned for its dramatic coastal cliffs and towering rock pinnacles, composed of resilient Precambrian metamorphic rock that soars up to 2,000 feet above the sea. These cliffs provide ideal nesting conditions for Northern Fulmars, making this one of the world's most significant nesting sites for these birds. European explorer William Baffin first explored this area in the 15th century while searching for the Northwest Passage.

1 Included Shore Excursion:

  • Expedition activities with the expedition team
Silver Endeavour people
Day 11

At Sea

Sea days offer the perfect chance to relax, unwind, and catch up on activities you've been wanting to enjoy. Whether you prefer hitting the gym, indulging in a spa visit, watching for whales, diving into a good book, or soaking up the sun, these tranquil days at sea provide a welcome balance to the bustling days spent exploring ashore.

Day 12

Uummannaq

Uummannaq, known as "Heart-Shaped," is renowned throughout Greenland for its breathtaking scenery. This quaint town of around 1,200 residents is perched on a rocky bluff beneath a massive striped mountain with twin peaks that resemble a heart. The surrounding waters are dotted with vast icebergs, and the fjord's vertical cliffs are awe-inspiring. Accessible only by helicopter or sea, Uummannaq transforms in winter when the frozen sea allows locals to travel by dog sled or four-wheel-drive taxi to the nearby village of Qaarsut and its airport.

Despite its remote location, Uummannaq warmly welcomes visitors. Local women often sell unique handicrafts in the town square near Greenland's only stone church, and the vibrant meat market offers a variety of products, from sea urchins to seals. The local museum features excellent multilingual exhibitions, including displays on the region's mining history and the world-famous Qilakitsoq Mummies, discovered across the fjord and now housed in the National Museum in Nuuk. A short walk from town leads to Santa's Castle, a turf hut built for a Danish TV show, now embraced as the home of Santa Claus in popular imagination.

1 Included Shore Excursion:
  • Expedition Activities with the Expedition Team
best places to visit in the Arctic Ilulissat town in Greenland with icebergs
Day 13

Ilulissat

Ilulissat, famously known as the birthplace of icebergs, sees nearly 20 million tons of ice break off from its Icefjord each day. The town's name, Ilulissat, translates to "icebergs" in the Kalaallisut language. Despite its calm and settled weather, the climate remains cold due to its close proximity to the fjord. With a population of approximately 4,500, Ilulissat is Greenland's third-largest town after Nuuk and Sisimiut. Remarkably, the number of sled dogs is nearly equal to the human population. The town also prides itself on a local history museum, which is situated in the former home of Knud Rasmussen, a celebrated Greenlandic folk hero and polar explorer.
2 Included Shore Excursions:
  • Ilulissat Town Walk
  • Ilulissat Iceberg Cruise
Sisimiut, Greenland
Day 14

Sisimiut

Sisimiut, known as 'The People of the Fox Holes,' stands as Greenland's second-largest city and the largest Arctic city in North America. Positioned between Greenland's southern warmth and its northern ice, Sisimiut thrives with a dynamic and youthful population, including students from across the nation. Over its 4,500-year history, Sisimiut evolved notably during the Danish Colonial Era into a bustling trade hub. The city's heritage is vividly preserved at the Sisimiut Museum, where visitors can explore restored buildings exhibiting everything from ancient turf houses to contemporary Inuit art. Local artisans, celebrated as some of Greenland's finest, often showcase and trade their creations directly from the harbor workshop, exchanging goods with hunters for raw materials.

1 Included Shore Excursion:

  • Sisimiut Town Walk with a Taste of Greenlandic Specialties
Day 15

Evighedsfjord & Kangaamiut (Qeqqata)

Evighedsfjord, or Eternity Fjord, is a vast fjord located northeast of Kangaamiut in southwest Greenland. Spanning 75 kilometers in length, the fjord features numerous branches with glaciers descending from the Maniitsoq Ice Cap to the north. Evighedsfjord twists and turns, often giving the impression that it extends endlessly.

Kangaamiut, known as "the People of the Fjords," is a charming settlement nestled along the shores of Greenland's Arctic Circle region, surrounded by some of the nation's most stunning fjord landscapes. Originally named Sukkertoppen (Sugarloaf) due to its nearby pinnacle-shaped mountains during Danish-Norwegian colonial times, the town recently commemorated its 250th anniversary. Kangaamiut offers an authentic glimpse into small-town Greenlandic culture. The town is spread across a small hill, showcasing its vibrant, colorful buildings in a picturesque setting where every angle is a photographer's delight.

2 Included Shore Excursions

  • Expedition Activities with the Expedition Team
  • Explore Kangaamiut Settlement
Nuuk capital of Greenland
Day 16

Nuuk

In Greenland's vibrant capital, Nuuk, it's easy to overlook the vastness and isolation of the country. Serving as Greenland's economic and social hub, Nuuk is home to more than a third of its population. Despite its cosmopolitan feel, Nuuk maintains a distinct Greenlandic character.

Overlooking the charming old Colonial Harbour district is Nuuk Cathedral, while the Greenland National Museum houses the renowned Qilakitsoq mummies, a highlight of its archaeological collection. Downtown Nuuk features Scandinavian-style apartments, a bustling shopping district, the Greenlandic Parliament, and Nuuk City Hall, showcasing local artwork. Outdoor cafes serve locally sourced food and beer, contrasting with artisan boutiques and the lively meat market offering catches from Nuuk's expansive fjords.

At the Katuaq Cultural Centre, residents enjoy blockbuster movies and performances by local and international artists. Nuuk blends Danish and Greenlandic influences, yet stands out with its own sophistication, boasting Greenland's only traffic lights, roundabouts, and university. Above all, Nuuk is a city where friendly locals proudly celebrate their heritage and the vibrant community they call home.

 

Activities

Activities

Zodiac Cruising

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Take advantage of zodiac cruises included in your voyage enabling us to visit secluded shorelines, navigate shallow inlets, and discover rare wildlife.

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Silver Endeavour Ship

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Classic Veranda Suite

The Classic Veranda Suite offers luxurious accommodations, elegant décor, a marble bathroom, and a private outdoor space.

  • A generous expanse of interior comforts on lower decks
  • Size: 356ft² / 33m² including veranda
  • Location: Decks 5 and 6
  • Private balcony: Spacious and private
  • Sitting area: Includes a convertible sofa for an additional guest
  • Bathroom: Features double faucets on a large vanity and a walk-in shower
  • Entertainment: One large flat-screen TV with an interactive media library
  • Butler Service
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Superior Veranda Suite
  • Found on the upper decks
  • Size: 356ft² / 33m² including veranda
  • Location: Decks 6, 7, and 8
  • Private balcony: Spacious and private
  • Sitting area: Includes a convertible sofa to accommodate an additional guest
  • Bathroom: Features double faucets on a large vanity and a walk-in shower
  • Entertainment: One large flat-screen TV with interactive media library
  • Butler Service
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Deluxe Veranda Suite

The Deluxe Veranda Suites have more space and enhanced amenities, including large balconies to immerse yourself in the views.

  • Located on the privileged upper mid-levels
  • Size: 356ft² / 33m² including veranda
  • Location: Decks 6 and 7
  • Private balcony: Spacious and private
  • Sitting area: Includes a convertible sofa to accommodate an additional guest
  • Bathroom: Features double faucets on a large vanity and a walk-in shower
  • Entertainment: One large flat-screen TV with an interactive media library
  • Butler Service
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Premium Veranda Suite

The Superior Veranda Suite provides exquisite views and generous amenities with a spacious sitting room with a sofa bed and a large marble bathroom for guest comfort. 

  • Size: 356ft² / 33m² including veranda
  • Location: Decks 6 and 7
  • Private balcony: Spacious and private
  • Sitting area: Features a convertible sofa to accommodate an additional guest
  • Bathroom: Equipped with double faucets on a large vanity and a walk-in shower
  • Entertainment: Includes one large flat-screen TV with an interactive media library
  • Butler Service
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Silver Suite

The guests' favourite Silver Suite has stunning views, spacious living areas, floor-to-ceiling windows, a large terrace, walk-in wardrobes, and a well-appointed bathroom.

  • Promises stunning views of the destination thanks to its floor-to-ceiling window
  • Size: 535ft² / 50m² including veranda
  • Location: Deck 8
  • Veranda: Equipped with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors
  • Seating area: Features a convertible sofa to accommodate an additional guest
  • In-room dining area
  • Bathroom: Includes a double vanity and walk-in shower
  • Entertainment: Two large flat-screen TVs with an interactive media library
  • Sound system: Equipped with Bluetooth connectivity
  • Amenities: Includes an espresso machine
  • Butler Service
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Signature Suite

Silver Endeavour's Signature Suite offers Luxurious accommodation with living room, dining area, separate bedroom and bathroom. Private veranda and floor-to-ceiling glass walls to take in the polar views.

  • Sweeping views
  • Size: 721 - 850ft² / 67 - 78m² including veranda
  • Location: Deck 8
  • Living Space: Separate living room with an additional dining area and floor-to-ceiling glazing
  • Bathroom: Double vanity, walk-in shower, and a separate whirlpool bath
  • Entertainment: Two large flat-screen TVs with Interactive Media Library
  • Sound System: Bluetooth connectivity
  • Amenities: Espresso machine
  • Butler Service
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Master Suite

For unparalleled luxury, choose the Master Suite, featuring innovative design elements and luxurious features.

  • This suite represents the epitome of luxury 
  • Size: 1163ft² / 108m² including veranda
  • Location: Deck 8 aft
  • Unique Design: Domed glazing surrounds a large open-plan living room with sitting and dining areas
  • Bathroom: Features a double vanity, walk-in shower, and a separate whirlpool bath
  • Entertainment: Two large flat-screen TVs with Interactive Media Library
  • Sound System: Equipped with Bluetooth connectivity
  • Amenities: Includes an espresso machine
  • Butler Service
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Grand Suite
  • The Grand Suite is one of the most luxurious and spacious suites on Silver Endeavour.
  • Configuration Options: It is available as a one-bedroom arrangement (with the option to accommodate a third guest in an additional single internal bedroom) or as two full bedrooms by connecting with a Superior Veranda Suite.
  • One Bedroom Configuration: 1,668ft² / 155m² including veranda
  • Location: Positioned on the port bow of Deck 7
  • Veranda: Spacious, furnished with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors
  • Living Room: Features a sitting area with a dining area
  • Bathroom: Equipped with a double vanity, walk-in shower, and whirlpool bath
  • Entertainment: Three large flat-screen TVs with an interactive media library
  • Sound System: Comes with Bluetooth connectivity
  • Amenities: Includes an espresso machine
  • Butler Service
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Owner's Suite
  • Supremely spacious and superbly located, the Owner’s Suite is the most luxurious suite on board.
  • Size: 1,868ft² / 174m² including veranda
  • Location: Positioned on the starboard bow of Deck 7
  • Private Veranda: Offers unparalleled privacy and size
  • Living Room: Includes a dining area for convenient in-suite dining
  • Main Bedroom: Features a spacious walk-in wardrobe and a bathroom with a double vanity, walk-in shower, and whirlpool bath
  • Second Bedroom: Equipped with a separate wardrobe and a bathroom with a walk-in shower
  • Entertainment: Three large flat-screen TVs with an interactive media library
  • Sound System: Comes with Bluetooth connectivity
  • Amenities: Includes an espresso machine
  • Butler Service
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Deck Plan

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What's Included

Included

  • Luxury 5* expedition cruise as per the itinerary.
  • Butler services in every suite
  • 24-hour dining service
  • Choice of restaurants, diverse cuisine, open-seating dining
  • Beverages in-suite and throughout the ship, including champagne, select wines and spirits
  • Onboard entertainment
  • Spa and Fitness Center
  • Unlimited free WiFi
  • Onboard gratuities
  • All listed activities are included but subject to availability.
  • Zodiac excursions.
  • Onboard lectures by guest speakers and guides.

Optional Extras

  • Door to door service with international flights.
  • Purchases from the onboard boutique.
  • Personal expenses
  • Any other service not mentioned in the programme.

Important Information

  • This expedition involves travelling to lovely remote places with limited medical facilities. We ask you to be healthy and fit to participate. If you have a severe medical condition or have recently undergone surgery, please get in touch with us before making a reservation. Our Travel Experience Team will be happy to assist you with any questions.
  • Whilst our expeditions do not require exceptional fitness, you must be mobile enough to climb in and out of a Zodiac and undertake short walks.
  • Expedition programmes include zodiac outings and landings (sometimes with "wet landing"), moderate walks, and more active hikes, all accompanied by your expedition team of naturalist guides.
  • Ports of call, visited sites, outings and landings will depend on weather conditions, ice position, winds and the state of the sea. These can force a change of plans at any time. The Captain and the Expedition Leader may cancel or stop any activity or modify the itinerary. The final itinerary will be confirmed by the Captain, who will consider the touristic quality of the sites and, above all, the safety of the passengers. His decision will be based on advice from experts and authorities.
  • You must take out comprehensive travel insurance, which includes medical evacuation and cancellation at the time of booking. To learn more, please see our guide to Travel Insurance For Expedition Cruises.
  • You must hold a passport with a minimum of 6 months validity beyond completing your trip. Please check to see if you require a visa to enter the countries of embarkation and disembarkation. If you have any questions, our Travel Experience Team is always on hand to answer them.
  • Due to regulations, it is unfortunately impossible to use drones on this expedition at any time.
  • If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask our Travel Experience Team.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask our Travel Experience Team.

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