Glaciers & Lighthouses - Reykjavik to New York Cruise

Day 1 - Reykjavik, Iceland

Arrive: Mon 25 August 2025 / Depart: Mon 25 August 2025 at 22:00

Discover this fascinating land where the forces of nature hold sway as you visit the modern capital with its thermally heated outdoor swimming pool, remarkable botanic gardens and folk museum. Explore the starkly beautiful countryside of lava formations, glaciers and incredible waterfalls and the site where the first parliament sat in 930 A.D.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - Djupivogur, Iceland

Arrive: Wed 27 August 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Wed 27 August 2025 at 18:00

Day 4 - Husavik

Arrive: Thu 28 August 2025 at 09:00 / Depart: Thu 28 August 2025 at 18:00

Renowned as Iceland’s whale-watching capital, the picturesque fishing village of Husavik offers unforgettable adventures to witness a variety of extraordinary whale species. Skjálfandi Bay is home to a diverse array of whales and other sea life, including minke, humpback and blue whales; white-beaked dolphins and harbor porpoises. The Husavik Whale Museum makes an excellent accompaniment to whale watching, shedding light on the ecology of these fascinating creatures as well as the history of whaling. Meanwhile, the Culture House provides an interesting look at the folk, maritime and natural history of northern Iceland. Lake Myvatn and Jökulsárgljúfur National Park make equally compelling day adventures.

Day 5 - Isafjordur

Arrive: Fri 29 August 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Fri 29 August 2025 at 18:00

Although remotely located in northwest Iceland and surrounded by ruggedly beautiful fjords, Isafjordur is surprisingly cosmopolitan. The capital of the Westfjords has long been a cultured oasis in the midst of this haunting beauty, fueled by the rewards of being one of Iceland's largest fishing centers. The first merchants lived in wooden houses now preserved in the Neöstikaupstaöur section of town, which is alive with shops and restaurants. Two museums are of particular interest - the West Fjords Folk Museum for tools and heritage items and the Maritime Museum for a look at the 19th century fishing industry.

Day 6 - At Sea

Day 7 - At Sea

Day 8 - Qaqortoq, Greenland

Arrive: Mon 01 September 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Mon 01 September 2025 at 16:00

This charming, colorful town has a pleasant center with a small square featuring Greenland's oldest fountain. The culture project Stone and Man can be seen as an open invitation to explore the town to find the 30 different motifs that are chiseled into rocks and stones by local and Scandinavian artists. The Church of Our Savior from 1832 and the town's two museums are also well worth a visit.

Day 9 - Frederikshab

Arrive: Tue 02 September 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Tue 02 September 2025 at 16:00

Paamiut, formerly Frederikshåb, is a town in southwestern Greenland in the Sermersooq municipality.

Day 10 - Nuuk Godthaab

Arrive: Wed 03 September 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Wed 03 September 2025 at 16:00

The largest city in Greenland, Nuuk is the cultural and economic center of the country. Explore the picturesque colonial harbor with its quaint old buildings and the newly renovated market where locals sell their daily catch. Greenland’s history comes alive in the National Museum, and its culture thrives in the Nuuk Museum of Art and the Katuaq Cultural Centre. Nuuk’s extensive fjord system is home to many whales, and the area is also populated by seals, reindeer, arctic foxes, arctic hares and ravens.

Day 11 - At Sea

Day 12 - At Sea

Day 13 - San Antonio, Terranova

Arrive: Sat 06 September 2025 at 06:00 / Depart: Sat 06 September 2025 at 14:00

Day 14 - Corner Brook, Newfoundland

Arrive: Sun 07 September 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Sun 07 September 2025 at 16:00

Start by taking in the breathtaking view from the monument honoring Captain James Cook, the first to map the area in 1767. More history awaits you in the Corner Brook Museum and its marine artifacts, forestry exhibits and collections from aboriginal people.

Day 15 - At Sea

Day 16 - St John, Canada

Arrive: Tue 09 September 2025 at 10:00 / Depart: Tue 09 September 2025 at 20:00

Day 17 - Bar Harbor, Maine, USA

Arrive: Wed 10 September 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Wed 10 September 2025 at 18:00

Established in the 19th century as New England's premier summer resort city, Bar Harbor was originally called Eden. It's still a seaside paradise, especially for lovers of the outdoors. Hike through Acadia National Park, behold the sweeping vistas from Cadillac Mountain, and watch for migrating humpback whales. The Wabanaki Indian exhibits in the Abbe Museum are also fascinating.

Day 18 - Boston, USA

Arrive: Thu 11 September 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Thu 11 September 2025 at 16:00

Boston's enormous role during the American Revolution is inescapable, and it's easy to trace by following the Freedom Trail, which links more than a dozen historic sights throughout town from the Paul Revere House to the Old North Church. But don't forgo exploring Boston's appealing modern side. For a 360-degree view of the city, head for the skywalk observatory on the 50th floor of the Prudential Tower. For art, browse the Museum of Fine Arts, which includes works from Van Gogh to Egyptian sculpture. If your interests lie in the natural world, wander through the remarkable New England Aquarium or Franklin Zoo.

Day 19 - Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts

Arrive: Fri 12 September 2025 at 10:00 / Depart: Fri 12 September 2025 at 18:00

Martha's Vineyard, a Massachusetts island, sits in the Atlantic just south of Cape Cod. A longtime New England summer colony, it encompasses harbor towns and lighthouses, sandy beaches and farmland. It's accessible only by boat or air. Vineyard Haven, on the eastern end, is a ferry port and the island's commercial center. Oak Bluffs has Carpenter Gothic cottages and an iconic carousel.

Day 20 - New York

Arrive: Sat 13 September 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Sat 13 September 2025

The Big Apple. The City That Never Sleeps. Call it what you may, New York reigns as one of the world's most dynamic cities. But where to begin? The sacred soil of Ground Zero or stunning Central Park? The Guggenheim or the American Museum of Natural History? Should you take in a Broadway show or simply enjoy the nonstop show of people that parade through the streets? The possibilities are endless in the five boroughs of New York City, so get out and enjoy.