Cruise from Canada to Iceland | SH Vega | IExpedition

Cruise from Canada to Iceland

  • Overview

    Embark on a captivating voyage through spectacular North Atlantic landscapes. Starting in Canada's maritime region, you’ll sail from vibrant Halifax to Saint John's and historic L'Anse-aux-Meadows. Then, discover Greenland's traditions and striking scenery, visiting the towns of Qaqortoq, Narsarsuaq, and Aappilattoq. Finally, relax at sea before experiencing Iceland’s beautiful and historical Westfjords region, and sleek, modern Reykjavik.

    Expedition Highlights

    • Marvel at the evidence of Viking settlement in North America at L'Anse Aux Meadows
    • Visit the tiny, remote, colorful Greenlandic village of Aappilattoq, only accessible by boat
    • Discover the friendliness of 'Newfies' and the maritime history of St. John's, Canada's easternmost city
    • Sail through the dramatic, steep-sided narrow fjord of Prins Christian Sund
    • Explore the spectacular icy wilderness of Skjoldungen Fjord, past towering glaciers

    Duration: 12 days
    Passengers: 192 passengers
    Embarkation Point: Halifax, NS
    Disembarkation Point: Reykjavik
    Physical rating: Soft Adventure
    Fly/Cruise: Cruise only
    Single Supplement: 2.0x twin rate or share options
  • Itinerary
    • Day 1 - Halifax, NS

      Founded as a naval base in 1749, Halifax’s seafaring history is well-grounded with the Canadian Museum of Immigration, where one million Europeans landed up until 1971, and the Noon Gun that has fired from the Citadel fortress since 1857. When the Titanic struck the iceberg at 11:40 pm, April 14, 1912, ships set sail from here. Many victims are buried at Fairview Lawn Cemetery, while the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic displays rescued artefacts.

    • Day 2 - At Sea

      Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

    • Day 3 - Saint-Pierre

      Saint Pierre and Miquelon, a French archipelago south of Newfoundland, offers diverse landscapes and rich biodiversity. The main island, Saint Pierre, serves as the capital and includes a cathedral and the Musée Héritage offering a glimpse into the region's past. Marked trails traverse bogs, subarctic meadows, undergrowth, and coastal paths with chances to spot seals, dolphins, whales and rorquals. Over 300 bird species inhabit the archipelago.

    • Day 4 - St. John's, NL

      St. John’s, North America's easternmost city and capital of Newfoundland and Labrador, traces its history to John Cabot's 1497 voyage. Thriving in the 18th and 19th centuries with the cod fishing industry, the town's architecture, like the row houses on George Street, echoes its maritime past. Water Street, once a bustling port, now hosts shops and galleries in converted warehouses. Signal Hill provides views of the city's colourful houses.

    • Day 5 - St. Anthony, NL

      Newfoundland's former fishing village of St. Anthony, dating back to the 16th-century, brims with excitement despite its sleepy facade. This Arctic gateway comes alive in April to June, offering front-row views to a dazzling natural wonder - the flowing Iceberg Alley, where towering frozen giants glide past. Marvel at these glacial spectacles from Fishing Point. The Grenfell Museum chronicles the life of British Dr. Grenfell's medical missions.

    • Day 6/7 - At Sea

      Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

    • Day 8 - Narsarsuaq

      Narsarsuaq, a gateway to South Greenland with a WWII air base, is rich in history and biodiversity. Close to the Greenland Ice Sheet and Erik the Red's Norse settlement, both UNESCO World Heritage sites, it bears reminders of its wartime past. The Greenland Arboretum, a wooded haven, flourishes with wildflowers in summer, guiding paths to viewpoints, all within 6km of the impressive Greenland ice sheet.

    • Day 8 - Qassiarsuk, Brattahlid

      Qassiarsuk's Norse ruins of Brattahlíð, founded by Viking explorer Erik the Red, draw visitors to this Greenlandic village on Tunulliarfik Fjord. Erik's 10th-century estate grew into a 5,000-person Viking settlement, once Greenland's largest. Traces of Norse relics dot the landscape, accompanied by a statue of Erik. Qassiarsuk's subarctic mix of Norse and Greenlandic farming on the Edge of the Ice Cap is part of UNESCO-listed Kujataa Greenland.

    • Day 9 - Qaqortoq

      Qaqortoq is the largest city in South Greenland and the perfect base to explore the Norse (Viking) ruins encompassed by the extensive UNESCO-listed Kujataa World Heritage Site, a sub-arctic farming landscape. The town is home to 18th-century colonial buildings and the oldest fountain in Greenland; completed in 1932, it depicts whales spouting water out of their blowholes. Qaqortoq Museum in the town's oldest building focuses on early settlers.

    • Day 10/11 - At Sea

      Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

    • Day 12 - Reykjavik

      Make sure there is sufficient timeto explore this diminutive but dramatic capital city. Despite its small size, you won’t be short of things to see and do. To get your bearings, take the elevator to the top of Hallgrímskirkja. This church, designed by famed Icelandic architect Gudjón Samuelsson is one of the most distinctive buildings in town. When you return to earth, visit the city’s other renowned building Harpa Concert Hall, located at the heart of Reykjavík's regenerated harbour – also the home of the Maritime Museum. Speaking of cultural spaces, tour the National Museum to learn the story of Iceland from past to present. The Reykjavík Art Museum houses an impressive contemporary collection including eye-catching pieces by Erró. And, of course, just 50 kilometres outside the city lies Thingvellir National Park, the site of Iceland’s original Viking parliament.

    Please consider that our voyages are expeditionary in nature. This means, that there are no concrete itineraries, your captain and expedition leader will utilise their vast experience to chart the best course for your expedition depending on the climatic and environmental conditions. Mentioned highlights and wildlife cannot be guaranteed.

  • Adventure Activities
  • Inclusions
    Inclusions / Exclusions

    Included in your Expedition

    - All meals onboard
    - Return regional flights to the port of embarkation and/or disembarkation (where specified)
    - Group return transfers from the airport to the cruise port (via our included accommodation where applicable)
    - Lecture programmes by our experienced expedition team and guest speakers
    - Standard WiFi
    - Onboard gratuities and port taxes
    - Branded Swan Hellenic expedition parka and use of rubber boots in Polar Regions
    - One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel or onboard
    - 24-hour room service
    - Coffee, tea, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages available 24-hours per day

    Not included in your Expedition

    - You will need to purchase your own visas where required, travel insurance, flights, domestic transfers, and any hotel requirements pre or post-cruise unless otherwise stated within the itinerary description.
    - Premium wines and spirits, plus purchases from the ship’s boutique and any spa treatments are not included.
    - Additional activities such as kayaking, private tours, special arrangements, plus private Zodiac tours, cost extra.
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  • Vessel

    Our brand new ship - SH Vega, named after the first ship to cross the Arctic Northeast Passage, has been designed to journey to off the beaten path destinations and remote polar regions in style and comfort.

    SH Vega incorporates a PC5 ice-strengthened hull combined with extra-large stabilisers to make your journey as smooth as possible.

    Making her maiden voyage in July 2022, our 5 star elegant Scandi-design boutique ship offers you an intimate setting from which you will be fully immersed in all the sights and scenery of your voyage.

    Features & Facilities
    Key Facts
    Luxury star rating:
    Guests #: 152
    Crew #: 120
    Ice Class:
    Speed: 15
    Refurbished:
    Technical Specs
    Year built:
    Length: 113m
    Width: 24
    Draft: 5
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    Registry: Panama
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