PLANT YOUR FLAG GREENLAND ICELAND ARCTIC CANADA. with MS Spitsbergen

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1 Summer 2017 GREENLAND ICELAND ARCTIC CANADA PLANT YOUR FLAG with MS Spitsbergen Embark on a new, intimate expedition ship designed to bring you even closer to nature Explore the outer limits of our world with the most experienced crew

2 In 1911 Roald Amundsen planted the Norwegian flag at the South Pole. Now it s time for you to plant your own flag. PLANTING A FLAG in the wilderness is a symbol of achievement. Of course, the meaning of achievement can vary from person to person. For some, climbing Mount Everest is a great achievement, while for others just getting through a night in a tent in the backyard is worth celebrating. With MS Spitsbergen, you will have the opportunity to plant your own flag in some of the most exciting and remote areas in the world such as Arctic Canada, Greenland, and Iceland. SAIL IN THE WAKE OF THE VIKINGS Linda Drake Your base camp at sea On these expeditions the forces of nature blend with ancient myths. Hurtigruten MS SPITSBERGEN, the newest in the fleet, made her maiden voyage in July She is a state-of-the-art expedition ship, well-equipped for voyages in Arctic waters. With only 100 cabins, MS Spitsbergen offers an intimate, friendly atmosphere, taking you from abandoned settlements under the midnight sun to the largest fjords in the world, and through glacial wilderness rich in wildlife. WE SAIL IN THE WAKE of the Vikings who traveled extreme distances more than a thousand years ago. Pair breathtaking views of Arctic wilderness with in-depth knowledge, experience Norse legends coming to life as you set foot on the remote shoreline of Greenland, or explore cities founded by the Vikings on the islands of the North Atlantic Ocean. Meet descendants of the Vikings on Iceland, and discover geology that dates back millions of years through the eyes of modern technology. The spectacular wilderness of Arctic Canada is where polar bears hunt seals along the coast, and in both the Torngat Mountains and along George River, caribou herds cross paths as they migrate to and from their calving grounds. Explore the stunning national parks in Newfoundland and Labrador, and enjoy our many fantastic optional excursions.

3 15-day to Greenland and Canada G R E E N L A N D Explore vast, unspoiled wilderness from South Greenland to the edge of North America. Torngat Mountains National Park Nain Hopedale L A B R A D O R A N D N E W F O U N D L A N D Exploring Greenland and Arctic Canada Barrett & MacKay Photo Elena Elisseeva C A N A D A Rigolet Red Bay Gros Morne National Park DEPARTURE: JUL 10, 2017 St. Pierre and Miquelon CENSPWOR1705 $7,763 pp * * Prices are in USD per person based on double occupancy. Battle Harbour L Anse aux Meadows St. John s Barrett & MacKay Photo - Newfoundland Labrador Tourism THIS EXPEDITION IS a nature lover s dream. Visit national parks, several settlements, and intriguing cities. Experience endless wild tundra, taiga forests, scenic mountains, majestic rivers, and countless lakes. The ad venture begins in in Southern Green land, a Norse settlement where we learn about its significance to Greenland s history. Then we visit, an abandoned mining town, where we can walk in a landscape surrounded by picturesque, lush valleys. Steve Allen / Torngat Mountains National Park Torngat Mountains National Park Battle Harbour WE CROSS THE SEA to discover the ancient and unspoiled wilderness of Torngat Mountains National Park. The landscape was formed during the Ice Age and features steep mountains rising up almost 3,000 feet directly out of the sea. You might see polar bears hunting seals along the coast, the Torngat Mountain and George River caribou herds crossing paths as they migrate to and from their calving grounds, or the moose, wolves, and black bears that are native to the park. IN NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR in Canada we explore the wildlife, nature, and cultural life along the mystical, rugged coastline. Discover your inner Viking as we stop by the archaeological remains of a Norse village at L Anse aux Meadows. One of the highlights on this trip is a visit to the Gros Morne National Park. With its deep valleys, steep cliffs, sandy beaches, and spectacular fjords it is a UNESCO World Heritage site L Anse aux Meadows, Newfoundland Red Bay Gros Morne National Park St. Pierre and Miquelon St. John s, Newfoundland

4 Camp Frieda Qeqertarsuaq Ilulissat Sisimiut Itilleq Maniitsoq G R E E N L A N D 66 33'N ANTARCTIC CIRCLE 19-day to Iceland and Greenland 12-day to Iceland Kirill Trubitsyn Nuuk Qaqortoq Kapisillit Paamiut Qassiarsuk Igaliku Uunartoq Tasiusaq LIKE NO OTHER POLAR destination, Greenland offers unique cultural experiences and close interactions with breathtaking nature. In the Disko Bay area, colorful villages cling to rough, rocky hills that surround the inland ice. This expedition was created to introduce you to the amazing variety of Greenland: from wonders of nature to remote villages and larger towns. Experience Greenland s fascinating culture, visit historical sites from the Viking era, and enjoy the beautiful Ilulissat Icefjord. DEPARTURE: JUN 23, 2017 CENSPGRE1704 $8,381 pp* * Prices are in USD per person based on double occupancy. D E N M A R K S T R A I T I C E L A N D Exploring Greenland s Southwest Coast and Disko Bay Thomas Haltner Tasiusaq Uunartoq and Qaqortoq Kapisillit Maniitsoq Sisimiut Camp Frieda Ilulissat Qeqertarsuaq Itilleq SAIL FROM MYTHICAL ICELAND to southern Greenland and the Disko Bay area the heart of Greenland. Explore the stunning coast and touch an iceberg with your bare hands in the Ilulissat Icefjord. The spectacular scenery, fantastic fjords, and the magnificent midnight sun provide a stunning backdrop to this expedition Nuuk Paamiut Igaliku and Hvalsey Qassiarsuk Mark McDermott Exploring the Fjords, Glaciers and Volcanoes of Iceland ICELAND IS THE PERFECT destination for explorers searching for the unexpected. The nation s heritage dates back to the ancient sagas, and Icelandic folktales are rife with mysticism, elves, and trolls. Enjoy hikes through lava fields, see natural hot springs, explore raw wilderness, encounter rare wildlife, and visit fascinating historic settlements. Látrabjarg Ísafjörður Stykkishólmur Hornbjarg Flatey Heimaey Surtsey DEPARTURES: MAY 21, JUN 1, AND JUN 12, 2017 CENSPICE1701 $4,500 pp* * Prices are in USD per person based on double occupancy. Siglufjörður Grimsey Akureyri I C E L A N D Húsavík 66 33'N ARCTIC CIRCLE Bakkagerði Seyðisfjörður Höfn Chalermkiat Seedokmai Stykkishólmur Flatey Ísafjörður Hornbjarg cliff and Reykjafjörður Siglufjörður and Grímsey DURING THIS 12-DAY expedition around Iceland, you can enjoy visiting one of the many museums or explore on your own and chat with friendly locals. Mythical Iceland is the land of ice and fire, classic sagas, long Arctic winters, and summers lit by the midnight sun. Immerse yourself in the Icelandic experience on our many fantastic optional excursions Dennis van de Water Akureyri Húsavík Bakkagerði and Seyðisfjörður Höfn Heimaey (Vestmannaeyjar)

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