Welcome to Aurora Expedition’s Southern Greenland: On the Trail of the Vikings
Experience the vastness of Greenland, the world’s largest island, where jagged peaks pierce clear, blue skies. As glaciers snake toward the coast, explore the rugged terrain on hikes across the tundra. Along the way, search for arctic foxes and reindeer while tasting wild berries. Zodiac-cruise through fjords, where ringed seals may rest on sea ice calved from Greenland’s massive ice sheets. You might even encounter whales feeding in the nutrient-rich waters. As you sail along Prince Christian Sound, towering mountains rise on either side. South Greenland’s green pastures signal human settlements and Viking ruins, including Erik the Red’s remains at Hvalsey. Entering west Greenland, we reach the country’s most developed region, home to the capital, Nuuk, the world’s northernmost capital.
Southern Greenland: on the Trail of the Vikings Highlights:
• Venture deep into Kangertitivatsiaq Fjord on Greenland’s remote east coast.
• Sail along Prince Christian Sound, surrounded by towering mountains with glaciers that calve directly into the sea.
• Enjoy thrilling Zodiac excursions to glacier fronts and watch for tail flukes from diving whales.
• At the National Museum in Nuuk, see the fascinating exhibit of the Qilakitsoq mummies dating back 545 years.
