UNIQUE EXPEDITION CRUISES / Canada
Heart of the Arctic
Journey with scientists, historians, Inuit artists, and culturalists as you visit three
distinct Arctic regions on this voyage aboard the Ocean Endeavour. Explore the deep
fjords and vibrant communities of Greenland, including the world’s smallest capital,
Nuuk. Cross the Davis Strait in the wake of the explorers, searching for marine life and
seabirds. South Baffin Island’s Inuit art-making communities are famous throughout
the world. Meet the artists. Pick up a carving, a print, or a tapestry. Nunavik, the
Arctic coast of Quebec, offers outstanding archeology and wildlife. Plentiful sea ice
offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing from the ship, or board a Zodiac to
seek whales, bears, and caribou. Keep your binoculars ready for thick-billed murres,
guillemots, dovekies, and more. Tour dates: July 19-July 31, 2020.
Ocean Endeavour, Adventure Canada
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Mighty St. Lawrence
Experience the mythic far reaches of the Arctic Inuit homelands as you travel in
comfort from Qausuittuq (Resolute Bay), Nunavut to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland.
Explore Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound), a newly designated marine protected
area. Visit the graves of Franklin’s men on Beechey Island. Enjoy an Inuit welcome
in Mittimatalik (Pond Inlet) and try your hand at traditional Arctic games. Explore
one of the largest migratory bird sanctuaries in the world, at Prince Leopold Island.
Across Baffin Bay, on the Greenland coast, the city of Ilulissat offers cafes, hiking, and
handicrafts. The Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to Sermeq
Kujalleq, the fastest-moving glacier. This remarkable 12-day journey is the perfect
blend of wildlife, history, culture and scenery. Tour dates: August 6-17, 2019 and
August 11-22, 2020 and July 31-August 11, 2010. The Gulf of St. Lawrence is Canada’s historic gateway. Nature and culture will astound
you as you tour four provinces and the French island of Saint-Pierre. Springtime in
the Gulf is brilliant. Birders will love the northern gannets, common murres, razorbills,
puffins, and more. Keep an eye out for whales - there are thirteen species of cetaceans
in the Gulf. Witness geological wonders such as world-famous Percé Rock, Saguenay
Fjord and Newfoundland’s south coast. Experience the culture of the Mi’kmaq,
Algonquin, Québecois, Acadian, English, and Scots. Our multilingual guides love to
share and you will be immersed in music, dance, arts, and crafts. Explore the Gulf of St.
Lawrence aboard the Ocean Endeavour and enjoy the sea breeze from a Zodiac. Feel
the beating heart of Canada’s historic east coast. Tour dates: June 5-15, 2020.
From $6,995 From $3,995
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Newfoundland Circumnavigation
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Atlantic Canada Explorer
Explore Newfoundland in the most authentic way possible: by sea. Daily excursions
explore the island’s hidden treasures and engaging local guides will make you want to
stay. Known for its excellent hiking, superb photography, striking wildlife, scenery and
world-renowned hospitality, Canada’s newest province is a truly unique destination.
Visit areas such as Gros Morne, where the Earth’s mantle protrudes through the crust;
Red Bay, where Basque whalers once plied their trade; L’Anse aux Meadows, where
Vikings established a base; Miawpukek First Nation, where a thriving community offers
a warm welcome and The French island of Saint-Pierre provides a taste of Europe.
Every day is an adventure ashore, and every night is a potential kitchen party aboard
the Ocean Endeavour. Tour dates: October 2-12, 2019 and June 27-July 7, 2020. Springtime on Canada’s east coast is a time of bloom and bounty. Explore highlights
of Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Saint-Pierre - expedition style.
Warmed by the waters of the Gulf Stream, Canada’s east coast comes alive in
springtime. Trees and flowers burst into bloom, marine mammals are on the move,
and seabirds flock in the thousands. Centuries of overlapping culture - Mi’kmaq,
Acadian, English, Scottish, Irish, and French - have left their mark on the landscapes
here. Rugged forts, quaint towns, rustic villages, and remote islands dot the coastlines.
With expedition stops in Newfoundland, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia’s south coast, the
Fundy Isles, and more, this tour includes lesser-known and hard-to-reach gems of
Canada’s glorious east coast. Tour dates: June 15-26, 2020
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