Why Greenland? With the world so focused on the environment these days, we have seen the increasing popularity of tourism in Antarctica. The Arctic, however, where Greenland can be found, is still a somewhat undiscovered region, yet is most welcoming to visitors. Greenland, with its extraordinary landscape and some of the planet’s most spectacular fjords, appears to be one of the last unspoiled places on Earth – and has been seen by so few.

There are so many unforgettable experiences to take in.

And since Greenland is 85% covered in ice and there are no roads connecting the towns, all transport must take place by plane or by ship. That’s why a cruise is the perfect and most comfortable way to explore this unique destination.  By ship, one can view nature’s grandeur in its purest state, up close and personal. Several companies open the door for you to discover Greenland’s wonders, no matter what your time allows.

Aboard its newest and most luxurious ship, well-designed for sailing in polar regions, Hurtigruten offers 3 different itineraries in which to explore Greenland in style. On all, you’ll enjoy contact with the local Inuit population, learning their customs and fascinating traditions, while viewing spectacular wildlife. An 8-day expedition focuses on the Disko Bay region on the island’s west coast, north of the Arctic Circle. A 18-day voyage includes the Thule region, among the northernmost inhabited places on Earth, only 845 miles from the North Pole. And an 18-day expedition travels from Reykjavik, Iceland’s exciting capital, to Greenland’s eastern, southern and western coasts. Book now on selected departures and receive 25% off and 2 free hotel nights.

Arctic Odysseys
Aboard the Antarctic Dream, Plancius, or Professor Molchanov
August-September 2009 Departures

Aboard specialty expedition vessels, designed for polar research, you will pass through the spectacular ice and narrow waterways of Greenland. With the long daylight hours of the northern summer, you will sail day and night. Led by foremost Arctic experts, you will observe the region’s abundant and unique wildlife on 3 different voyages: a 14-day adventure to Spitsbergen, Eastern Greenland and Iceland; a 13-day discovery of Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland; and a 10-day exploration of Eastern Greenland.

Princess Cruises
Aboard Emerald Princess or Crown Princess
September 2009 Departures

With 2 itineraries to choose from, you may get a taste of Greenland on these transatlantic voyages. On “Iceland, Greenland & Norway,” an 18-day voyage aboard the Crown Princess, you’ll travel from London to New York City with 11 ports of call , including Norway, Scotland, Denmark, Nuuk, Greenland’s capital, and home of its National Museum and newly-opened Art Museum, & Nanortalik, Greenland’s southernmost town, home to whales, seals and a goldmine. Aboard the Emerald Princess, “Iceland, Greenland & the British Isles” takes you on an 18-day voyage from Copenhagen to Fort Lauderdale with stops at 9 ports of call, including Ireland, Iceland, St. Johns, Newfoundland and Qaqortoq, Greenland. In this colonial town, you’ll find Greenland’s oldest fountain and some of its most well-preserved buildings.