ROCS Holidays - Scenic Luxury Cruises 2024

Day 9 Sat, 31 Aug

Nuuk (Godthåb) (B,L,D) Nuuk, meaning 'majestic fjord views' in Greenlandic, is Greenland's capital and largest city. While the area has been inhabited for centuries, the present town was formally established in 1728. A guided tour through Nuuk's picturesque Old Harbour offers a glimpse into the city's rich history and enduring traditions, showcasing the resilience and cultural heritage that define this vibrant Arctic metropolis. Freechoice: Guided Short Walk and Coffee/Cake at Local Family Home: Enjoy a guided walking tour or meet a local family and hear stories of past and present and taste some Greenlandic specialties. Beachside Traditional Food Tasting: Travel by bus to the Inuk Hostel for a Greenlandic specialties tasting and storytelling session. City Exploration & Food Tasting at Katuaq: Explore the old town with visits to landmarks like the parliament and cathedral. Enjoy a food tasting at Katuaq Cultural Center before returning to the ship. Greenlandic Food & Beer Tasting: Experience a tasting at Killut Gastropub featuring local specialties paired with craft beer from Godthaab Bryghus Microbrewery. Discovery: Weather permitting, explore by Zodiac, kayak, submersible^, helicopter^, or join the Discovery Team on nature hikes. Evighed Fjord (B,L,D) Aptly nicknamed the "Eternity Fjord," Evighed is renowned for its awe-inspiring natural beauty and dramatic landscapes. As you navigate its tranquil waters, be captivated by the mesmerising sight and sound of ice chunks breaking away from the towering ice cap, sending echoes resounding through the fjord. Gaze up at the highest mountains in West Greenland. Cast your eyes upwards and behold the towering peaks that pierce the sky, watching as the mist swirls around them. Tonight, perhaps meet your new friends for a world-class dining experience at Koko’s Asian Fusion. Enjoy contemporary Asian cuisine, mixing traditional ingredients and innovative techniques in a vibrant ambience. Discovery: Weather permitting, explore by Zodiac, kayak, submersible^, helicopter^, or join the Discovery Team on nature hikes. Ilulissat (B,L,D) Named from the Inuit word for 'iceberg,' Ilulissat is renowned for its stunning landscape, shaped by the nearby Ilulissat Icefjord. Formerly known as Jakobshavn, this town is famed for the spectacle of icebergs breaking away from the glacier, a sight emphasised by the rumbling sounds of calving ice from the Sermeq Kujalleq Glacier. Witnessing this natural phenomenon is a mesmerising experience, offering a glimpse into the dynamic beauty of Greenland. Freechoice: Ilulissat Town Walk: Discover historic sites like Knud Rasmussen's birth home and Zions church in Ilulissat, known as the "town of 10,000 souls." Sermermiut Easy Hike: Enjoy a guided hike through Sermermiut's old valley, learning about Inuit history and admiring Arctic scenery. Kangia Ice Fjord Cruise: Cruise among icebergs at the mouth of the Ilulissat Kangia Fjord, with opportunities for wildlife sightings. Visit to Greenland's Dog Sled Centre: The first of its kind, the centre reveals the history of sled dogs and their role in Inuit culture. Interact with the dogs, learning about their training and wellbeing. Discovery: Weather permitting, explore by Zodiac, kayak, or go onshore to explore. Upernavik (B,L,D) Nestled within the Upernavik archipelago, often referred to as the "bay of islands and ice," lies the quaint town of Upernavik, home to just 1,100 inhabitants. Founded officially in 1772 but explored by Inuit hunters centuries earlier, the area's rich history is evidenced by the discovery of a Viking runestone dating back to the 13th century. Discovery: Weather permitting, explore by Zodiac, kayak, submersible^, helicopter^, or join the Discovery Team on nature hikes.

Day 10 Sun, 01 Sep

SCENIC LUXURY CRUISES - 2024

Day 11 Mon, 02 Sep

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