Iceland & East Greenland - Under the Northern Lights

10 nights - 08 Sep 2027

Reykjavík | Dynjandi Waterfalls | Reykjavík

Douglas Mawson | Scandinavia

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Itinerary

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Reykjavík

Having made your way to Reykjavik, you will be met by a representative of Aurora Expeditions and transferred to our 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 pri... Read More

Day 1

08 September 2027

Reykjavík

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Day 2

09 September 2027

Reykjavík

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Day 3

10 September 2027

Dynjandi Waterfalls

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Day 4

11 September 2027

Greenland's East Coast Fjords

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Day 5

12 September 2027

Greenland's East Coast Fjords

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Day 6

13 September 2027

Greenland's East Coast Fjords

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Day 7

14 September 2027

Greenland's East Coast Fjords

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Day 8

15 September 2027

Greenland's East Coast Fjords

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Day 9

16 September 2027

Greenland's East Coast Fjords

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Day 10

17 September 2027

At Sea

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Day 11

18 September 2027

Reykjavík

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Reykjavík

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 No... Read More

Greenland's East Coast Fjords

*This holiday is generally suitable for persons with reduced mobility. For customers with reduced mobility or any medical condition that may require special assistance or arrangements to be made, please notify your Cruise Concierge at the time of your enquiry, so that we can provide specific information as to the suitability of the holiday, as well as make suitable arrangements with the Holiday Provider on your behalf.

08 September 2027

Reykjavík

09 September 2027

Reykjavík

10 September 2027

Dynjandi Waterfalls

Immerse yourself in the tranquillity of morning as we take 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.

11 September 2027

Greenland's East Coast Fjords

In the coming days, a host of choices are available to us, and depending on ice and weather conditions, the east coast of Greenland is ours to explore. Our experienced Expedition Team, who have made countless journeys to this area, will use their expertise to tailor our itinerary on a day-to-day basis. This allows us to make best use of the prevailing weather, ice conditions and encounters with wildlife. We generally attempt up to two landings or Zodiac excursions per day, including cruising along spectacular ice cliffs, following whales feeding near the surface. East Greenland contains some of the Arctic's most impressive scenery. Deep fjords and narrow channels, flanked by sharp ice-clad peaks up to 2,000 m (6,562 ft) high. Gigantic icebergs calved from glaciers drift throughout the fjord system creating breathtaking scenery. The landscape is filled with multi-coloured tundra home to musk oxen and arctic hare. Throughout the area are ancient Thule archaeological sites, historical trappers' huts, and modern Inuit hunters' cabins. A highlight is a visit to the Inuit village of Ittoqqortoormiit, the most isolated and northernmost permanent settlement in the region, with approximately 500 inhabitants. Here you can explore the village, the fascinating museum or sit in the beautiful Lutheran Church. The locals are friendly, and from underneath their Arctic fox-fur jackets, the shy young children are keen to say hello and practice their English. The community boasts an excellent museum, gift shop, an abundance of Greenlandic sled dogs, and the opportunity to meet Inuit people. Thanks to the fertile volcanic soil mountains that protects areas from the strong winds, the area is rich in wildlife. You may spot everything from muskox and arctic foxes to mountain hares and even reindeer near the fjord. Look skyward and you could catch a glimpse of birds including common eider, glaucous gull, black-legged kittiwake, northern fulmar, and arctic terns gracefully gliding or plunging into icy bays for zooplankton. North of Scoresbysund, we hope to visit Kong Oskar and Kaiser Franz Josef fjords, two of the most significant fjord systems in Greenland, each one encompassing several smaller fjords and sounds. Thanks to the fertile volcanic soil and the surrounding mountains offering protection from strong winds, the area is rich in wildlife. You may spot everything from musk ox and arctic foxes to mountain hares, and even reindeer, near the fjord. Look skyward and you could catch a glimpse of birds, including the glaucous gull, black-legged kittiwake, northern fulmar, common raven and common eider. There are great hiking options in the area, where flowering tundra plants, scattered bones of whales and muskox from centuries of hunting by the Inuit and fumaroles can be found. These are areas where heated groundwater boil to the surface creating bubbling pools and mineral formations as the water reacts with the atmosphere. The area also boasts some of the most striking sedimentary sandstone, shale, and siltstone formations imaginable. The layers of sediment here are estimated to have taken about 4,000 years to be laid down, and the alternating colours and patterns in the layers of rocks are stunningly beautiful.

12 September 2027

Greenland's East Coast Fjords

13 September 2027

Greenland's East Coast Fjords

14 September 2027

Greenland's East Coast Fjords

15 September 2027

Greenland's East Coast Fjords

16 September 2027

Greenland's East Coast Fjords

17 September 2027

At Sea

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18 September 2027

Reykjavík

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. Transfer to Keflavik airport. Note: At the conclusion of the voyage, we recommend booking flights depa...

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Dining room

One of the most important parts of any expedition is the food! Start each adventure with hearty meals and delicious morning and afternoon teas prepared by our onboard chefs.

Meals are a great time to connect with fellow travellers in our open-seating dining area, sharing stories and insights from the day. Tea, coffee, and snacks are available 24/7, and our chefs offer a variety of menu options for each meal. Enjoy house wines, beers, and soft drinks with dinner after a day of exploration.

Wrap up your journey with informal Captain’s Farewell drinks, featuring complimentary beverages, cocktail appetisers, and a special three-course meal.

Citizen Science

Travel is always the best educator and we offer the chance to enrich your curiosity and expand your knowledge and understanding of the places we travel to. There is no better learning opportunity than being in the field with subject matter experts.

Our Citizen Science Program is designed to be an interactive forum of like-minded travellers to share new discoveries and deepen their connection to the natural world in a relaxed, informal and fun environment – both on board our ships, on our fascinating shore expeditions and in our zodiacs.

You can make a difference as we can provide invaluable data to the scientific community through you taking part. You too can become an ambassador for the protection of our majestic but fragile blue planet when you return home by sharing what you have learned.

What is Citizen Science?

Citizen Science is the collection and analysis of data relating to the natural world by members of the general public, typically as part of a collaborative project with professional scientists around the world.

Why Take Part?

Aurora Expeditions travels to some of the most unique and remote places on the planet. It is challenging for scientists to spend time in these areas, so any observations we contribute can be extremely valuable.

Gathering and sharing data is also a great way to engage and educate ourselves in pressing issues that concern us at a local, regional and global level.

How Does it Work?

Members of our passionate Expedition Team, together with a Citizen Science Coordinator, will be on hand to introduce and assist you with the projects being conducted on your voyage.

Expert guidance on the collection, storage and sharing of new scientific data will not only greatly enhance your voyage experience, but help you gain more knowledge of our ever-changing natural environment.

From the biggest mammals to the smallest marine creatures, the important part you play in our Citizen Science projects will help protect and preserve the planet for generations to come.

Our Projects

Our passengers can contribute to global research, collecting data in some of the most hard-to-reach, under-studied places on Earth. Our Citizen Science Program covers seven projects that span the globe, to advance understanding of marine ecosystems, birdlife, climate change and polar environments.

Please note: As some of our Citizen Science projects are location- and weather-dependent, we cannot operate all of the projects on all voyages. We will endeavour to include as many projects as possible on your voyage with ample time allocated to them on a day-to-day basis.

HappyWhale uses photo ID to track individual whales. Guests can photograph encounters and log them on the database, improving knowledge about migration, population health and behaviour.
eBird is the world’s largest biodiversity-related Citizen Science project, collecting bird observations from around the globe. Aurora passengers help to track species distribution and population changes.
Our passengers are invited to record cloud conditions, with observations submitted to NASA GLOBE Cloud contributing to climate modelling.
Our Citizen Scientists measure water clarity by lowering a Secchi disk, recording visibility, and sharing data with scientists that are studying the effects of climate change on ocean ecosystems. This builds a long-term global dataset, and each voyage contributes new observations from some of the least-studied waters in the world.
Snow algae are microscopic organisms that grow on snow and ice, influencing melt rates. The Snow Algae Study engages passengers in photographing and recording snow algae sites, contributing to global research into how these organisms influence the Antarctic environment. This study is supported by the latest science from the National Snow and Ice Data Center.
FjordPhyto invites passengers to explore phytoplankton diversity in polar fjords and coastal waters. Using simple tools, they collect samples to help scientists track phytoplankton health and its response to changing ocean conditions. These observations enhance understanding of the base of the marine food and how climate change is altering polar ecosystems. *Only available on Antarctic voyages.
We are proudly the first expedition company to facilitate the development and execution of the TIPI pilot project, using thermal imaging to measure polar ice conditions. This project combines science, technology and storytelling to create robust datasets while engaging the public in polar research. We are collaborating with founder Joe Muise to deliver high-quality scientific outcomes.

Citizen Science Centre and Lounge

Learn more about the world and the unique destinations Aurora visits by visiting the onboard naturalist and Expedition Team in the world-class Citizen Science Center. You will be rewarded for your thirst for knowledge with one of the best views on the ship.

Jacuzzis

There are two Jacuzzis on the top outside deck which offer amazing views of the world outside.

Deck 8

Seating area
Observation lounge
Top-deck restaurant
Bar
Observation decks
Elevator

Deck 7

Gym
Sauna
Seating area
Observation decks
Swimming pool and sun deck
Jacuzzis
Bridge
Elevator
Junior Suite
Aurora Stateroom Superior
Aurora Stateroom Superior Single

Deck 6

Library
Upper glass atrium lounge
Elevator
Balcony Stateroom Superior
Balcony Stateroom (A, B, C)
Junior Suite

Deck 5

Lecture room & lounge
Assembly station
Reception
Ship shop
Dining room
Bar
Lower glass atrium lounge
Elevator
Citizen Science centre

Deck 4

Elevator
Main entrance
Expedition desk
Captain's Suite
Balcony Stateroom Superior
Balcony Stateroom (A, B, C)

Deck 3

Change room/mudroom
Zodiac access points
Activity launching platform
Medical clinic
Elevator
Aurora Stateroom Triple
Aurora Stateroom Twin
Aurora Stateroom Superior Single
Aurora Stateroom Single

Douglas Mawson Cabins & Suites

Aurora Stateroom Twin

The Douglas Mawson features two Aurora Stateroom Twin cabins featuring windows, all with private en-suites. Located on Deck 3, they're close to the mudroom and loading platforms, perfect for adventurers who are looking for a comfortable base that's close to the action.

King or twin bed
Private en-suite
Porthole window
Closet space
Room safe
Mini bar*
Desk area
Room-controlled thermostat
42" flat-screen TV
1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)

*Please note mini bar items are chargeable in all cabins except Junior Suite and Captain’s Suite

Cabins 311 & 309 have a sofa.

FLOORPLANS

Facilities

Sofa Bed
King or Twin Configuration
Vanity Area
Shower
Toiletries Provided
TV
Safe
Desk
Mini Bar (Additional Cost)
Dining Area
Hair Dryer
Telephone
Air Conditioning

Balcony Stateroom Superior

With a bit more room to stretch the legs, the Balcony Stateroom Superiors are perfect for polar adventurers who travel with plenty of gear. Located on Deck 4 and 6, the Staterooms feature floor to ceiling windows, en-suite bathrooms and a comfortable desk area.

Deck 4 & 6
King or twin beds
Private en-suite (wheelchair accessible available)
Full size window
Closet space
Room safe
Mini bar*
Private balcony
Desk area
Room-controlled thermostat
42" flat-screen TV
1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)
Some of these rooms are equipped with wheelchair accessible bathrooms.

*Please note mini bar items are chargeable in all cabins except Junior Suite and Captain’s Suite

FLOORPLANS

Facilities

King or Twin Configuration
Vanity Area
Shower
Toiletries Provided
TV
Safe
Desk
Mini Bar (Additional Cost)
Hair Dryer
Telephone
Air Conditioning

Captain's Suite

The largest of all our rooms, the singular Captain's Suite will take you to the polar regions in ultimate style and comfort. Complete with large lounge area, balcony, walk-in wardrobe and en-suite, you'll need to get in early to secure this suite.

Deck 4
King or Twin beds
Private en-suite
Full size window
Desk area
Room-controlled thermostat
42" flat-screen TV
Private balcony
Separate lounge area
Closet space
Room safe
1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)
1 x free pair of binoculars per suite
Free stocked mini bar
1 x free bottle of champagne per suite

^Captain’s Suite mini bar is replenished as needed.

FLOORPLANS

Facilities

King or Twin Configuration
Lounge Area
Vanity Area
Shower
Toiletries Provided
Suite Benefits
Free Mini Bar
TV
Safe
Hair Dryer
Telephone
Desk
Air Conditioning