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Scheduled flight from Germany to Toronto
Overnight stay with breakfast
Charter flight to Churchill
Overnight stay on board
It’s time again to make expedition history with Hapag-Lloyd Cruises. To reach places that are largely untouched by humans. To enter truly uncharted territory. On two premieres along the same route with the small HANSEATIC nature into Canada’s barely known inland sea, Hudson Bay. As the “ice cellar of North America”, this is a region that is completely iced over and not passable in winter. Only in summer does a short window of time make it possible to discover places and natural spectacles that few travellers can reach. Barren worlds of ice are transformed into seas of blossoming flowers. Whales can be seen throughout the cruise, and there is a good chance of polar bear sightings. The adventure taking you to Greenland begins in Churchill. The HANSEATIC nature will stay here for two days, offering plenty of time for in-depth explorations. Simply incredible – thousands of white whales gather here in summer to raise their young. Unique beluga whale watching* are bound to leave you speechless and inspire the soul. Experience the spectacle up close. Take to the skies on a helicopter flight* along the coast. Get active on a buggy tour through the subarctic tundra* or in a cross-country dog sleigh*.
Churchill
Overnight stay on board
Churchill/Canada, departure 13.00 hrs
Relaxation at sea
Hudson Bay (Marble Island, Chesterfield Inlet, Walrus Island, Coats Island, Mansel Island)
Adventure and daring feats now lie ahead of you – in regions that were previously blank pages in the logbooks of the new expedition class. Here, in 1610, the English captain and explorer Henry Hudson searched for the Northwest Passage between Europe and Asia. In the process, he discovered a huge bay that was later named Hudson Bay in his honour. To this day, the history of the former trade route for valuable furs and the history of the Hudson’s Bay Company are still very much present. Your experts on board will provide you with exciting background information – on the local flora and fauna as well. You will see the quartzite Marble Island, the habitat of polar bears and Arctic foxes, from a different perspective. What kinds of views Chesterfield Inlet will provide will only be revealed upon arriving at the settlement on the fjord. Explorations with the Zodiacs are planned at Walrus Island to observe walruses – which, together with Arctic birds, also live on neighbouring Coats Island. Mansel Island is the territory of tundra swans and eider ducks.
Hudson Strait (Eric Cove, Diana Island, Lower Savage Islands)
Hudson Strait, too, is iced over and not passable for most of the year. Will your ship come across pack ice? If the route is clear, Eric Cove offers a great diversity of plants and traces of the Inuit on a hike. The Arctic summer adorns Diana Island with delicate flowers. Perhaps musk oxen and Arctic hares will make an appearance here. In the Lower Savage Islands, you have a good chance of observing polar bears from a respectful distance.
Iqaluit/Baffin Island
Cruising in Frobisher Bay
You’ll be entering unknown terrain in Iqaluit. The small capital of Nunavut and its surroundings invite you to outdoor activities*, such as hiking with your experts to the parliament, the igloo church and the museum. Experience caribou, Arctic foxes and various species of bird. Cruising in Frobisher Bay is enriched by knowledgeable commentary from your experts, who will also introduce you to the wonders of the world’s largest island.
Relaxation at sea/cruising through Baffin Bay
West coast of Greenland (Sisimiut, Ilulissat, Disko Bay, Eqip Sermia Glacier, Uummannaq)
In Sisimiut, explore the picturesque old town which resembles a museum village. A hike takes you from Ilulissat to the ice fjord, where glistening sculptures gather. Surrounded by glittering icebergs, you will find yourself in Disko Bay – cruising or in a Zodiac. The robust motorised rubber boats also take you to the Eqip Sermia Glacier. You, too, can be as proud as the Inuit at the heart-shaped mountain of Uummannaq – because at the end of your expedition, you will belong to a small circle of people to have taken part in Hapag-Lloyd Cruises’s very own history of discovery.
Relaxation at sea
Kangerlussuaq/Greenland, arrival 6.00 hrs
Charter flight from Kangerlussuaq to Germany**
* The shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to change.
** Approximately three months before departure, you will be informed at which German airport the charter flight will land.
The itinerary depends on official approval, weather and ice conditions. The natural experiences and wildlife sightings described are possibilities on this expedition and are not guaranteed.
The following programmes can be booked.
Please note that our pre- and post-cruise programmes are conducted in German and are charged additionally to the travel package. The prices and conditions for these programmes can be found on the German travel details page and are charged additionally to the travel package. For individual programmes kindly consult your travel agent.
The following programmes are offered in German:
Our popular pre- and post-cruise programmes include a broad spectrum of excursions and are usually accompanied by experienced Hapag-Lloyd Cruises tour guides. Recommended for guests who like to share their experiences with a group of like-minded travellers. Explore specially selected highlights of your holiday destination and enjoy the convenience of group travel – we will take care of the transfers, excursions and overnight stays.
Extend your stay with the subsequent cruise NAT2516 and save € 1,000 per person. (Applies to Categories 1 – 10)