2O19. Dear Guests! ICELAND AND NATURAL WONDERS OF GREENLAND Iceland to Greenland Reykjavik to Disko Bay

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1 Dear Guests! We proudly present our wide range of shore excursions. A cruise s biggest advantage is the possibility of visiting many different fascinating places with a floating hotel. Look forward to unforgettable impressions of cultures, histories and sceneries. Choose between e.g. interesting boat tours and active hikes! You can find the descriptions and information of the planned shore excursions below. You have the opportunity to reserve a spot for your excursion prior the cruise (depending on availibility). Of course it is possible to add excursions to your booking on board (depending on availability). Please contact us for binding reservation by , fax, by post or online: Shore-excursion-form. The payment of the shore excursions will be on board only in USD. In some ports it is possible to combine excursions (max. 2). Appearing possibilities of excursion combinations are marked with a *. In case that excursions cannot be combined with each other due to local conditions, please mark the excursion you prefer to take additionally with an A. Enjoy your trip! Your Iceland ProCruises-Team ICELAND AND NATURAL WONDERS OF GREENLAND Iceland to Greenland Reykjavik to Disko Bay 09 Aug - 20 Aug 2019 General Information Shore Excursions Quality of the bus The busses in Greenland are operated on extreme driving and weather conditions and therefore heavily loaded and this can be seen at the outward appearance. Dust development in the busses while driving gravel tracks can t be avoided. Toilets are not available on the busses. There are no typical coaches in Greenland, therefore school busses, city busses or offroad busses are used for our excursions. You can leave your backpacks or non-needed clothes on the bus - it will be locked at any stop. Language All shore excursions organized by us take place in English. Every now and then, however, it can happen that a bilingual excursion (in German & English language) takes place. Itinerary Strong winds, snow or even rain can affect the route of our excursions. The course of the tour and the planned stops are followed as far as possible due to weather and road conditions. We must reserve the right to make changes. Zodiac transfer It might happen that the OCEAN DIAMOND will not be at the pier but on anchorage. In those cases you will be shuttled ashore with our own zodiacs. Changes/Cancellations through Iceland ProCruises GmbH Due to weather and sea conditions, number of participants or cancellation by local service provider, Iceland ProCruises has the right to change the prices, duration and content of the excursions or even cancel them. Please note that the order of the sights may vary from the description due to high traffic volumes or other organizational reasons. Min/Max Shows the minimum and maximum number of participants for an excursion. If minimum numbers are not reached we may cancel the excursion on short notice. Difficulty level and requirements no requirements; solid closed boots; easy walking on paved paths sure-footedness; hiking boots; moderate walking on partly unpaved paths good sure-footedness; hiking boots; good condition needed; hike on uneven terrain; maybe with a little climb very good sure-footedness; good hiking boots; very good condition needed; challenging hike over varying terrains expert knowledge and experience for years as well as familiarity with very difficult and challenging hikes needed VESTMANNAEYJAR V1 BUS TOUR-POMPEII OF THE NORTH LAVA TOUR Difficulty level: A geologically and historically interesting bus tour, visit of the Volcano Museum Eldheimar Easy walking ; entrance to the Volcano Museum and transfer to the ship included 3 hours Min/Max: 10/45 Reservation code: V1 USD This guided coach tour around Heimaey Island includes the volcanic crater and houses half-buried from the volcanic eruption of It s a unique and fascinating landscape with diverse birdlife. The tour ends at the volcanic center, an unique museum that tells the story of the Heimaey volcanic eruption 1973, the emergence of Surtsey Island 1963 and the geology of the Westman Islands. V2 GOLF AT THE FOOT OF THE VOLCANO Difficulty level: Min/Max: 2/8 Reservation code: V2 Golf at the foot of a volcano Easy walking on uneven terrain Course fee, clubs, trolley and transfer included; golf balls not included (approx. 5 USD a piece); handicap 36 is required 5-6 hours USD Utilize the chance to play memorable golf (approx. 5 hours) in the famous Westman Islands golf course which is located beside the sea in a sunken volcanic crater. You will be stunned by the panoramic views over the rugged coast and the volcanic landscape while playing 18-holes at this challenging par 70 course. The course is ranked by Golf Digest as one of the best 100 courses in Europe and is one of the most beautiful in Iceland. Look forward to an atmosphere and environment that will take your breath away and leave you amazed. This place is a must do for every golf lover! 1 / 6

2 V3 VOLCANO HIKE Difficulty level: Climbing an active volcano, visit of the Volcano Museum Eldheimar Approx. 3,3 miles and 3 hours hike ; please bring a bottle of water with you; entrance to Volcano Museum included 3-4 hours Reservation code: V3 USD 45.- Various catastrophes have befallen the island of Heimaey and its inhabitants throughout history. Probably the most tragic incident to take place on the island is the volcanic eruption in Learn more about the geology and volcanology of Iceland during this 3 hours hike upon an active volcano. After reaching the top of the volcano you can still feel the warmth of its activity. At the end of the hike the unique volcano museum that tells the story of the Heimaey volcanic eruption 1973, the emergence of Surtsey Island 1963 and the geology of the Westman Islands will be visited. NARSARSUAQ NA1* BOAT TRIP QOOROQ ICE FJORD Reservation code: NA1 A fascinating cruise through the icebergs in the Qooroq Ice Fjord Warm clothes recommended; excursion boat with mostly outdoor space and limited seats; it depends on the ice situation how far the excursion boat can go into Qooroq Ice Fjord approx. 1,5 hours USD The Greenland ice cap produces 250 million tons of icebergs each summer and their final journey begins when they break off from glaciers and plunge directly into crystalclear fjords. Near Narsarsuaq you sail through the Qooroq Ice Fjord, weaving through hundreds of icebergs with a mesmerizing view of the Qooroq glacier off in the distance. The Qooroq Ice Fjord will be reached in 30 minutes by boat. You cruise between the light blue icebergs which South Greenland is popular for and sail into the fjord to see the glacier in the distance. Here the captain stops the engine and you enjoy the arctic scenery and the silence. NA2 HIKE TO TASIUSAQ Hike through the beautiful arctic landscape Moderate 8,5 miles long hike on unpaved road bottle of water with you; lunch boxes from OCEAN DIAMOND 6-7 hours Reservation code: NA2 USD 50.- In Qassiarsuk you will start your hike through stunning arctic landscapes to the remote community of Tasiusaq. The largely treeless and rocky fjord landscape of South Greenland resembles the fjords of western Norway. At the end you find sheep farms that give new meaning to the word remote. It used to be home of sheep farmers but nowadays it is abandoned. Sheep and the occasional eagle can be seen, but this hike is mainly about the beauty of the landscape enjoy the beautiful view of the fjord system and the arctic nature. NA3 HIKE AND KAYAK TASIUSAQ Min/Max: 5/12 Reservation code: NA3 Combine a hike through the beautiful arctic landscape with the unique experience of kayaking through ice filled waters Moderate 4,25 miles long hike on unpaved road; good physical condition for kayaking needed Hiking shoes and outdoor clothing recommended; kayak equipment and clothing included (raincoat, -trousers, spray skirt, rubber boots and life vest); please bring a bottle of water with you; lunch boxes from OCEAN DIAMOND USD hours including transfer In Qassiarsuk you will start your hike through stunning arctic landscapes to the remote community of Tasiusaq. The largely treeless and rocky fjord landscape of South Greenland resembles the fjords of western Norway. At the end you find sheep farms that give new meaning to the word remote. It used to be the home of sheep farmers but nowadays it is abandoned. When you arrive to Tasiusaq, your local guide will give you a short introduction to the kayak equipment, before you start your extraordinary approx. 1,5 hours kayaking tour seeing glaciers and icebergs from a new and exciting perspective. At the end you will be picked up by a bus and driven back to Qassiarsuk. NA4* HELICOPTER FLIGHT TO EQALUIT GLACIER Min/Max: Reservation code: NA4 USD Exciting approx. 30 minutes helicopter flight plus 30 minutes ground stop at the Eqaluit Glacier ; please note that helicopter flights are particularly weather dependent; cancellations are also frequent as the helicopter might be needed for rescue/emergency flights, if it is the only one available in this area approx. 1,5 hours including transfer 5/5 or 8/8 - dependent on available helicopter An aerial perspective gives a true sense of Greenland s unbelievable size. During this Flightseeing-Tour by helicopter you see details that you would miss from an airplane. Flying low and slow, Greenland s spectacular natural features like glacial moulins and icebergs seem to be right below your feet. The helicopter flies at low altitude over the coastal mountains for about 15 minutes before landing in front of the glacier. Use the pause of approx. 30 minutes to inspect and photograph the amazing glacier face before flying back. QASSIARSUK VIKING HERITAGE Learn more about the Viking culture and visit Greenland s first Christian church About 2 hours of walking on gravel road Entrance to the Viking ruins included and 2 local guides will be there to answer questions and give explanations Erik the Red, who settled in Qassiarsuk after being outlawed from Iceland, named his new homeland with fjord landscapes and fertile valleys green land. Visit the ruins of Greenland s first Christian church and a reconstructed Viking longhouse and learn some worth knowing facts about the Vikings life and history in Greenland. 2 / 6

3 IKKA FJORD ZODIAC EXCURSION Zodiac excursion towards the underwater stalactitets Warm and outdoor clothing recommended On the way to Nuuk we will enter the fjord system by Arsuk, meeting the mouth of the Ikka Fjord. After boarding the zodiacs, the local ranger will lead you to the preserved area of the fjord. From the zodiacs, you will be able to spot the forest of remarkable mineral columns growing on the seabed. The stalactites are feet tall and rise up just below the water surface. But also keep an eye out for musk oxen on the shore! NUUK NU1* CITY WALK INCL. NATIONAL MUSEUM Reservation code: NU1 A wonderful introduction to Greenland s capital Nuuk and a visit to the world famous mummies walking for approx. 2 hours with some steps ; please bring a bottle of water with you; entrance to the National Museum included approx. 2,5 hours USD 25.- Nuuk is the capital of Greenland and its oldest town. Founded in 1728 by Danish- Norwegian missionary Hans Egede, Nuuk combines Arctic traditions and European urbanity. With around 16,000 inhabitants, Nuuk is considered as a bustling metropolis compared to the rest of Greenland s cities and settlements. This guided tour brings you to the old city centre and also includes a visit to the National Museum of Greenland which exhibits 500 year old Inuit-mummies discovered in Qilakitsoq 40 years ago. On the local market you can find seal, fish and musk ox. NU2 HIKING AROUND LILLE MALENE Hike through the beautiful arctic landscape around Nuuk ATTENTION! This hike covers mountain terrain in all variations and is only suitable for passengers with a very good level of fitness! Very demanding 6 mile and approx. 4,5 hrs long hike Reservation code: NU2 bottle of water with you; lunch boxes from OCEAN DIAMOND; return transfer included USD 60.- approx. 5 hours including transfer A short approx. 10 minutes bus ride takes you to the starting point: the foot of the mountain Lille Malene. Soon you are out in the clean and untouched wilderness with magnificent views over the Nuuk fjord system, which is the second largest system in the world. The hike takes you along a trail with streams and small lakes. It provides many beautiful spots which are perfect for photo stops and lunchbreak. NU3* FJORD SAFARI Reservation code: NU3 Cozy boat trip with very good chances of spotting whales as well as beautiful views of Sermitsiaq mountain Nuuk s landmark. Short stretches of walking involved (approx. 0,1 miles including stairs) Warm clothing recommended; excursion boat with outdoor space and indoor seating approx. 2 hours USD On this two hours boat tour there is a very good chance of seeing humpback whales on close hand. The captains are very experienced and know how to sail carefully in order for the whales to stay close to the boats. The tour will also take you to the island of Sermitsiaq which melting glacier provides for a waterfall diving directly into the fjord. Groups of young playfull seals, icebergs and sea birds are also enjoyed on this tour. NU4* HELICOPTER FLIGHT INBETWEEN MOUNTAINS AND FJORDS Min/Max: Reservation code: NU4 USD Exciting approx. 30 minutes helicopter flight plus 30 minutes ground stop in the mountains ; please note that helicopter flights are particularly weather dependent; cancellations are also frequent as the helicopter might be needed for rescue/emergency flights, if it is the only one available in this area approx. 1,5 hours including transfer 5/5 or 8/8 dependent on available helicopter Greenland s nature is by many considered the most beautiful in the world. This is your chance to see it from above. During the ground stop inbetween mountains you have a splendid vista over wild mountains and fjords of Nuuk. Do not miss this unique chance to experience astonishing views and bring back memories for life. SISIMIUT SI1* CITY WALK Culture and history of Greenland, sledge dogs, most popular sights of Sisimiut Approx. 2 hours up and down hill walk on uneven and unpaved ground ; please bring a bottle of water with you Min/Max: 10/30 Reservation code: SI1 2-2,5 hours USD 20.- On this walking tour your guide describes everyday life in Sisimiut as well as the history, buildings and places you pass. The walk starts at the harbor, brings you to the old city center passing by the fish market all the way to the local dog yard. If you are lucky you might even get to see some puppies. The walk ends in the city center, if time allows you can still explore the village on your own and walk individually back to the ship. 3 / 6

4 SI2* INUIT CULTURE & HISTORY HIKE Reservation code: SI2 Amazing sceneries and Inuit culture Approx. 2 hours hike on uneven terrain bottle of water with you approx. 2,5 hours USD 30.- You want to know more about the Greenlandic culture? Participate on a guided hike to the place where it all started 4,000 years ago. Different Inuit cultures used the Tele- Island as hunting grounds for many years. Learn about the way they lived. From the Tele-Island you have a beautiful view over Sisimiut with the Mountain Nasaasaq in the background. SI3* GREENLANDIC FOOD TASTING AND QIVIUT LECTURE Min/Max: 5/30 Reservation code: SI3 Lecture about the traditional production of the famous Qiviut wool and taste of local specialties Approx. 0,6 miles of walking uphill to the shop approx. 1 hour USD 35.- Qiviut is the Greenlandic word for the downy wool that the wild musk oxen of Greenland hide underneath their coarse overcoat a unique material that fashion designers around the world are beginning to recognize for its fine qualities. Experience the journey of the Qiviut on this lecture, from the musk ox to your fingertips. Exclusive tasting of local specialties included. The tasting will depend on what has been caught, like a variety of fish,maybe musk ox, seal or other delicacies. SISIMIUT MUSEUM History and culture of Greenland Approx. 0,6 miles of walking uphill to the museum Entrance to museum included The Sisimiut Museum will open their doors exclusively for all guests of the OCEAN DIAMOND. It is one of the best preserved museums in Greenland und focusses on Greenlandic culture, Greenlandic trade and industry history as well as the important shipping industry. The old buildings originate from the Danish colonial time and the original colors are still preserved. ILULISSAT IL1* CITY WALK An interesting cultural and historical walk to Ilulissats most famous sights Min/Max: 10/30 Reservation code: IL1 Approx. 1,5 hours up and down hill walk through the town, partly uneven and steps approx. 1,5 hours USD 20.- Originally founded by the Danes as a trading post in 1741, Ilulissat is today the third largest town in Greenland with over 4,500 inhabitants. Learn more about life 200 miles north of the Arctic Circle and and hear about the old as well as the new history of the town and its development. After the tour you can stay in town or walk back to the pier. IL2 HIKE TO THE ICEBERGS OF SERMERMIUT Learn more about the Inuit culture on this hike through the stunning arctic nature and see impressive icebergs ATTENTION! This hike covers mountain terrain in all variations! Demanding 5 mile long hike bottle of water with you; lunch boxes from OCEAN DIAMOND 5-6 hours Reservation code: IL2 USD 50.- Hike through spectacular surroundings as we take you to Holms Bakke which offers great views to the Jakobshavn Ice Fjord with its many icebergs. It also leads to the Inuit ruins at Sermermiut where you can discover the culture and lifestyle of the early Inuit, the first people to settle Sermermiut around the year 2,000 BC. You can still see the relics witnessing their presence. Hear the story about the Inuit people s life and traditions before the Europeans came to Greenland. IL3* ICE FJORD CRUISE Reservation code: IL3 An unforgettable cruise among the icebergs of the UNESCO World Heritage Ice Fjord Warm clothing recommended; excursion boat with mostly outdoor space and limited seats; it depends on the ice situation how far the excursion boat can go into the Ice Fjord approx. 2 hours USD Ilulissat means icebergs in Greenlandic and the Ilulissat Ice Fjord is impressive whether viewed from the air or the sea. Experience an unforgettable cruise to the mouth of the Ilulissat Ice Fjord, where an underwater moraine catches many of the large icebergs. The only way to cross the moraine is via pressure from behind therefore you always see a multitude of huge icebergs directly in front of Ilulissat. 4 / 6

5 IL4* ICE FJORD SIGHTSEEING FLIGHT Min/Max: 5/5 Reservation code: IL4 USD Enjoy the stunning views of the UNESCO World Heritage Ice Fjord from above on this approx. 30 minutes flight ; window seat in the plane is guaranteed for the best photo opportunity; every passenger is provided with an Active Noise Reduction Headset ; please note that this flight is particularly weather dependent approx. 1 hour including transfer The Ilulissat Ice Fjord is impressive whether viewed from the air or the sea. Experience an unforgettable flight over the Ice Fjord and the world s most active glacier, Sermeq Kujalleq, which moves 72 feet per day. Your pilot will fly low over the fjord and circle around the majestic icebergs which can reach a height of 3000 ft. and a few miles in length. UUMMANNAQ UUMMANNAQ MUSEUM AND CHURCH History and culture of Greenland Entrance to museum and visit of the church included Uummannaq Museum tells fantastic stories from the region. Particularly interesting is the museum s exhibition of the extensive polar exploration that took place and Alfred Wegener s expedition on a propeller-driven sled on the Ice Sheet. Wegener became world-famous due to his theory of continental drift. His aim was to build a scientific station in the middle of the Ice Sheet. The museum also houses copies of the famous Qilaktisog mummies, which were discovered in this area in The church next door is the only stone church in Greenland and is also open for our guests to visit. OPEN ORPHANAGE Learn and explore more about the life on an island in Northwest- Greenland Visit of the local orphanage included The orphanage in Uummannaq opens up its doors exclusively for the guests of OCEAN DIAMOND. It invites you to learn more about the life of a Greenlander. The orphanage was founded in 1929 and belongs to the worldwide s most northern residential intuitions. This orphanage is known all over the world as the children here are taught different instruments and singing with which they are going on world wide tours. QEQERTARSUAQ QE1 CITY WALK Min/Max: 10/30 Reservation code: QE1 An interesting cultural and historical walk to Qeqertarsuaqs most famous sights Walk on partly uneven ground approx. 2 hours USD 20.- Guided sightseeing in Qeqertarsuaq where you get an insight into the town s ancient and modern history. Qeqertarsuaq is the only town on Disko Island (the big island) and a city that stands alone far off Greenland s west coast and the Lyngmark Glacier that towers above the town. This remote town is about 62 miles west of Ilulissat. QE2 BOTANIC TUNDRA HIKE Stunning landscapes, the Valley of the Winds Blaesedal and waterfalls terrain Reservation code: QE2 Moderate 3 miles long hike in mountainous, uneven bottle of water with you approx. 2,5 hours USD 30.- The Valley of the Winds is located right outside of Qeqertarsuaq. Sometimes, a heavy wind blows on this Arctic plateau. That is where the valley Blaesedalen received its name from. But the valley also impresses with its waterfalls and large scenic variety with diversified flora and fauna. Learn more about tundra vegetation and adaptions of plants to arctic climate on this botanic hike. GREENLANDIC CHORAL SINGING AND CULTURE Visit the famous church in Qeqertarsuaq and listen to Greenlandic choral singing Visit of the church included Due to its characteristic octagonal shape, the church in Qeqertarsuaq is called the Lord s Ink Pot and is definitely worth visiting. During our stay it will be open to our guests. A local singer dressed in his national costume will entertain you with beautiful hymns. The tradition of hymn singing in four-part chorales was introduced by Danish missionaries in the last century and over time has developed into traditional Greenlandic choral singing. 5 / 6

6 KANGERLUSSUAQ KA1 REINDEER GLACIER AND BBQ Reservation code: KA1 Experience one of Greenland s biggest attractions - the ice sheet and enjoy a BBQ with local specialities transport with a 4x4 coach on rocky and changeable terrain and gravel roads approx. 6 hours USD Known as the Greenland Ice Sheet, it is UNESCO World Heritage and covers 80 % of the island s surface and is second in size to the world s only other ice sheet in Antarctica. You drive through a wide variety of the most beautiful natural scenery from Arctic desert to tundra with low growing shrubs and through hilly terrain with a grand view of the edge of the ice sheet. The final goal is a stop with the most magnificent view. Here you will have approximately one hour to enjoy the unspoiled tundra vegetation and walk to the waterfall and then down to the river just approximately 330 feet from the massive ice wall. Before heading to the airport you will stop at a beautiful spot in the middle of nowhere for a BBQ with local Greenlandic specialities. KA2 MUSK OX SAFARI AND BBQ Reservation code: KA2 Explore Greenland s backcountry, keep an eye open for musk oxen and enjoy a BBQ with local specialities transport with a 4x4 coach on rocky and changeable terrain and gravel roads approx. 3,5 hours USD Kangerlussuaq s location is a paradise for both reindeer and musk oxen, who thrive in this environment due to the relatively mild, stable and dry climate and the abundance of food. With a bit of luck, you will observe musk oxen roaming freely in their natural habitat. You will follow a route through the beautiful tundra landscape to the top of the mountain Black Ridge. Before heading to the airport you will stop at a beautiful spot in the middle of nowhere for a BBQ with local Greenlandic specialities. KA3 ICE SHEET SIGHTSEEING FLIGHT Min/Max: 5/5 Reservation code: KA3 A spectacular approx. 30 minutes sightseeing flight over the ice sheet and glaciers USD ; window seat in the plane is guaranteed for the best photo opportunity; every passenger is provided with an Active Noise Reduction Headset ; please note that this flight is particularly weather dependent approx. 1 hour including transfer A treat for your senses! The magnificent ice sheet awaits your visit on this unique sightseeing tour covering both the arctic tundra with a great view of the numerous musk oxen, a journey over the ice sheet with smooth turns to experience melt water lakes and of course the Russell Glacier as the grand finale. 6 / 6