Iceland Cruise from Reykjavík to land tour — 17 Days

Reykjavik, Iceland

Reykjavík is a capital with one foot in the wild. The Atlantic frames the city, volcanic mountains rise on the horizon, and geothermal water warms its pools. Start at Hallgrímskirkja, whose tower commands broad views, then walk down to the harbor and Harpa concert hall. Cafés, design shops, and museums make the compact center easy to explore on foot. Beyond town, geysers and waterfalls make a striking day trip; return for a soak in a neighborhood pool.

Nuuk, Greenland

Nuuk is Greenland’s capital, where Arctic scale meets the pace of a working town. Set beside the vast Nuuk Fjord, it pairs brightly painted houses with modern architecture and a lively harbor. Visit the Greenland National Museum to see the 500-year-old Qilakitsoq mummies and objects tracing Inuit life. Then look toward Sermitsiaq, the landmark mountain rising beyond the water. Nuuk rewards travelers seeking Greenlandic culture alongside its dramatic landscapes.

• Flight (Flight)
• Land Tour (Land Tour)

Davis Strait Canada (Scenic Area)

Qikiqtarjuaq Island Canada (Scenic Stop)

Baffin Island, Nunavut Canada

On Baffin Island, Canada’s largest island, the Arctic feels immediate: vast fjords, sculpted cliffs and tundra reach the horizon. Nunavut’s Inuit communities offer a living connection to the North, shaped by deep knowledge, language and tradition. Depending on your landing, look for seabirds, seals or whales, and allow time for weather to set the pace. Here, the reward is not a checklist. The reward is perspective: a place where light, ice and distance shape each day.

• Devon Island Canada (Scenic Stop)
• Beechey Island Canada (Scenic Stop)
• Somerset Island Canada (Scenic Stop)
• Coastal Cruising (Coastal Cruising)

At Sea (At Sea)

Coastal Cruising (Coastal Cruising)

Kangerlussuaq, Greenland

Kangerlussuaq is Greenland’s unlikely gateway: a small settlement set 190 kilometres inland at the head of a long fjord. Once a U.S. air base, it offers access to the ice sheet and guided excursions onto its immense white surface. Beyond town, tundra supports musk oxen and reindeer; nearby Russell Glacier reveals Greenland’s moving ice. Weather and distance shape every outing, so plan for conditions.

Maniitsoq, Greenland

Maniitsoq lies on Greenland’s west coast, amid a maze of islands and narrow channels. Once known as Sukkertoppen, the town is backed by steep mountains and shaped by the sea. Its harbour remains central to local life, with fishing among the main industries. Come ashore to see a working Greenlandic settlement, then explore the dramatic coastal scenery by boat or on foot.

Kangerlussuaq, Greenland

Kangerlussuaq is Greenland’s unlikely gateway: a small settlement set 190 kilometres inland at the head of a long fjord. Once a U.S. air base, it offers access to the ice sheet and guided excursions onto its immense white surface. Beyond town, tundra supports musk oxen and reindeer; nearby Russell Glacier reveals Greenland’s moving ice. Weather and distance shape every outing, so plan for conditions.

• Land Tour (Land Tour)
• Flight (Flight)
• Land Tour (Land Tour)

land tour, train/bus travel

Land tours take you beyond the waterfront, linking historic centers, countryside and landmarks in a single day. Train journeys offer views along the route; buses can reach places rail lines do not. Before booking, check the itinerary, walking requirements and total travel time. Confirm the meeting point, return location and transport arrangements, especially if you have a fixed departure time.