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Iceland & Greenland Cruise Tour

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10/13 DAYS GREENLAND EXPEDITION CRUISE AND ICELAND SPECIAL DEP: Aug 4,7From wondrous fjords to monumental glaciers, steaminggeysers and exquisite ice sculptures, the natural wonders ofIceland and Greenland are simply sublime. The sheer beautyof Iceland will take your breath away and your cruise aroundthe world’s largest island, Greenland, promises to be a voyageof a lifetime. This is what it means to visit heaven on earth. Kirkjufellsfoss, Iceland

GREENLAND THE WORLD’S LARGEST ISLANDIlulissat Icefjord, Greenland Highlights: With 80 percent of its land mass covered in ice and • Majestic Beauty of Disko Bay Islands its whole perimeter surrounded by vast ranges of • Whale & Wildlife Watching unfenced wilderness, Greenland is the perfect utopia • Iceberg Capital – Ilulissat for adventurers to wander at will, conquer mountains • Calving Eqip Sermia Glacier and glaciers, sail through some of the planet’s most • Cultural Kaffemik Experience spectacular fjords, and gaze and daze over the magical • Giant Icebergs & Glaciers light shows of the Aurora Borealis and the Midnight sun • Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site all in one setting. Alongside nature’s best, the world’s largest island also offers a chance to interact with the native Inuits and learn about their unique way of life free from the sometimes dreary trappings of urban societies. ICELAND LAND OF FIRE AND ICEHighlights: Gullfoss Waterfall, Iceland• Reykjavik City Sightseeing In far-flung Iceland where sparkling white and blue• Golden Circle Classic Tour glaciers hang side by side with sudden bursts of• South Coast & Waterfall Tour crimson volcanic lava, nature indeed reigns supreme.• Soak in Blue Lagoon, a Natural Geothermal Spa This is a land where seemingly normal activities are transformed into extraordinary experiences - taking a stroll and ending up hiking across majestic mountains, dipping into the pool means soaking away the blues in a geothermal hot spring, and a picnic may just get you front row tickets to the midnight sun, whichever is your pick. Add ancient sagas, mystical folklores and an intriguing cultural mix of Nordic sensibilities and Celtic pride, Iceland is undoubtedly one of the world’s most thought- provoking and awe-inspiring destinations.

10 DAYS ITINERARY INCLUSIONS: • Return Airfare • Return Airport Transfers • 1N Pre Cruise Accommodation in Reykjavik With Daily Breakfast • 1N Post Cruise Accommodation in Reykjavik With Half Board Meal Arrangement • 5N Shipboard Accommodation on Ocean Diamond With Daily Breakfast • Reykjavik City Tour • Blue Lagoon With Comfort Package Admission BONUSES: • Welcome Dinner • Shore Landing • Ilulissat City Tour • Old Settlement Walking Tour • Informative Briefings & Lectures by English-speaking Expedition Team • Fully Escorted From SingaporeDAY 1 SINGAPORE - REYKJAVIK be served on board as you set sail on your Humpback Whale(Meals On Board) voyage up the 160-kilometre long fjord. DAY 6 ILULISSATDepart Singapore Changi Airport for your flight DAY 4 SISIMIUT (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)to the capital of Iceland, Reykjavik. (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) This morning, head to Ilulissat, the 3rd-largestDAY 2 REYKJAVIK This morning, you will arrive at Sisimiut, located city in the country located on the shores of the(Meals On Board/Welcome Dinner) 40 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle. Soak UNESCO World Heritage-listed Icefjord. Start up the rugged and adventurous atmosphere your day with an old settlement walking tour.Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Today, that permeates this Arctic Circle backcountry See the abandoned settlement Sermermiut,embark on a guided city tour of Reykjavik and learn all about Greenland’s famed tradition located 15 kilometres south of the city. Forincluding the futuristic glass-domed Perlan, of dog sledding. You can experience the town’s 4,000 years, different Inuit tribes lived in thehistorical Hofdi House, sports and recreation history and culture by exploring the older part settlement and today, you can still see thecentre Laugardalur and Parliament House. of town where the buildings date back to the relics of their presence. Hear the story aboutContinue on to Hallgrimskirkja, one of the key 16th century. This afternoon, continue your the Inuits’ lifestyle and customs before thelandmarks in the city with its remarkably unique voyage further north of the country. Europeans came to Greenland, see the ruins,design inspired by Iceland’s characteristic lava touch the permafrost with your own hands andflows cooling into basalt rock. This evening, DAY 5 QEQERTARSUAQ - marvel at the magnificent views of Ilulissatjoin in a delectable welcome dinner. Thereafter, EQIP SERMIA GLACIER Icefjord.you can spend the rest of the day at leisure (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)exploring the city. Today, the ship will dock at Qeqertarsuaq,DAY 3 REYKJAVIK - BLUE LAGOON Disko Island. Spend your day at leisure- KANGERLUSSUAQ and explore this exciting city’s attractions.(Breakfast/Dinner) Visit the distinguished octagonal church, a Lutheran church also known as God’s Inkpot.Today, make a visit to world-famous Blue Next, experience a Greenlandic tradition calledLagoon using your comfort package admission. Kaffemik which refers to a social gathering inThe geothermal seawater in the lagoon is a community house over coffee, Greenlandicreputed for its unique properties. The 37 specialties and storytelling. This evening, sailto 39-degree celsius geothermal spa water west past Disko Island into Uummannaq Bay.contains minerals and salts which are said Get up close to the active calving Eqip Sermiato be therapeutic for one’s well-being. Relax Glacier and enjoy the thrill of watching andand unwind in the saunas and steam baths waiting for the chunks of ice to break off. Youor get a natural massage under the Blue may even spot curious seals that sometimesLagoon waterfall. Thereafter, proceed to take pop their heads above water amid thea flight to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland. Upon deafening crash.arrival, proceed to the harbour to board OceanDiamond cruise. After checking in, dinner will DAY 7 AT SEA (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) Today, sail along the coast towards Kangerlussuaq Fjord and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife such as seals and whales as you admire the gorgeous landscape of Greenland. Thereafter, spend the rest of the day at leisure whilst on board. DAY 8 KANGERLUSSUAQ - REYKJAVIK (Breakfast) Today, your memorable voyage in Greenland comes to an end. Proceed to take a flight to Reykjavik, where you will spend the rest of the day at leisure. View Sisimiut From Sea DAY 9 REYKJAVIK - SINGAPORE (Breakfast/Meals On Board) In the morning, if time permits, you can do some last-minute shopping before you transfer to the airport for your flight home. DAY 10 ARRIVE IN SINGAPORE

13 DAYS ITINERARY Blue LagoonINCLUSIONS:• Return Airfare • Return Airport Transfers• 1N Pre Cruise Accommodation in Reykjavik With Daily Breakfast• 1N Post Cruise Accommodation in Reykjavik With Half Board Meal Arrangement• 5N Shipboard Accommodation on Ocean Diamond• 3N Accommodation in Reykjavik• Daily Breakfast • Reykjavik City Tour• Blue Lagoon With Comfort Package AdmissionBONUSES:• Excursion to Golden Circle, South Coast• South Coast & Waterfall Tour • Geothermally Prepared Bread & Egg• Fully Escorted From SingaporeDAY 1 SINGAPORE - REYKJAVIK Coast. Be enthralled by the picturesque DAYS 6 - 13 AS PER DAYS 3 - 10(Meals On Board) Seljalandsfoss, as it plummets 200 feet IN 10 DAYS ITINERARY into a deep plunge pool below. You may alsoDepart Singapore Changi Airport for your flight hike through the back of the waterfall where Remarksto the capital of Iceland, Reykjavik. you will behold a breathtaking view from a The above itinerary is a suggested programme only. different perspective. Next, view the cone- Do refer to the actual package for the list of inclusions.DAY 2 REYKJAVIK shaped Eyjafjallajokull glacier, an ice-capped If a place of visit is closed to visitors, it will be replaced(Meals On Board/Welcome Dinner) volcano. Next, stop by Skogar to visit the with an alternative. famous Skogafoss waterfall, regarded as the During major events, accommodation may not be inUpon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Today, most spectacular waterfall in Iceland. Continue the city mentioned.embark on a guided city tour of Reykjavik the charming village of Vik and make a stop to Sequence of itinerary is subject to change withoutincluding the futuristic glass-domed Perlan, view the basalt sea stacks of Reynisdrangar. prior notice.historical Hofdi House, sports and recreationcentre Laugardalur and Parliament House. DAY 5 REYKJAVIKContinue on to Hallgrimskirkja, one of the key (Breakfast)landmarks in the city with its remarkably uniquedesign inspired by Iceland’s characteristic lava Today, spend your day at leisure to explore thisflows cooling into basalt rock. This evening, exciting city.join in a delectable welcome dinner. Thereafter,you can spend the rest of the day at leisureexploring the city.DAY 3 REYKJAVIK -GOLDEN CIRCLE - REYKJAVIK(Breakfast)After breakfast, depart Reykjavik and embarkon a Golden Circle tour for an adventurethrough southern Iceland’s most populartourist route. Stop by Thingvellir NationalPark, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Next,head to the magnificent two-tiered Gullfosswaterfall, followed by visits to the geothermalhot springs of The Great Geysir and Strokkur.DAY 4 REYKJAVIK - SouthSOUTH COAST - REYKJAVIK(Breakfast)This morning, travel to Iceland’s Seljalandsfoss, Iceland Ilulissat, Greenland

THE SHIP OCEAN DIAMOND Ocean Diamond is a superior expedition vessel made for polar cruising. Its ice-strengthened hull and relatively small size makes this ship perfect for sailing in the ice-choked polar seas. Without compromising on safety, the ship is designed with top-notch passenger experience and comfort in mind. The vessel’s well-equipped 101 cabins are tastefully decorated with exterior views. The ship also boasts spacious lounge and common areas, an elegant restaurant, a well-stocked polar library and a bright panoramic lounge perfect for observing Arctic wildlife.FACILITIES Ship Desk RestaurantRESTAURANT SUNDECK / POOL ReceptionBreakfast, lunch and dinner are Pass time on the wooden sundeckincluded. All meals are served while relaxing in a deckchair or take Loungein the restaurant where you can a swim in the pool. Hungry? Opt forenjoy spectacular views from all refreshments at the pool bar.tables with free seating. Breakfastand lunch are served buffet style, LIBRARYwhile dinner is a la carte with meals, The board library offers a wideincluding daily snacks, prepared by range of multilingual books ranginga professional chef. Coffee, tea and from fiction to travel literature.water are complimentary duringthe entire cruise. Be indulged ACTIVITIESin heartfelt gestures, such as Onboard activities include wellnessbagged lunches for your offshore programmes such as yoga classes,excursions, tea and coffee in the massage therapies, aromatherapylounge and midnight hot snacks for treatments and a photographythose minor hunger pangs. programme with an in-resident expert. Those looking to exerciseAUDITORIUM and can head to the gym while thoseAttend presentations wishing for quiet time can head toinformation meetings in the well- the library well-stocked with polarappointed auditorium. books and DVDs. Internet access can be purchased on board theBAR vessel.Sip drinks by a professionalbartender, whilst breathing in thefresh air.

Category D Category B Category OCABIN CATEGORIESNote: ABDOPTA few “window” cabins may have partially obstructed views eg. portion of life boat on the deck fore/aft, or view is obstructed looking down. Category B The suite is 37 square metres large and features double beds or 2 twin beds plus 2 more beds, 2 private bathrooms with shower or bathtub, sitting area, TV with DVD player, wardrobe, safe, refrigerator, individual temperature controls, satellite telephone access, hairdryer and picture window. They are located on deck 4. Category D The cabin with window is 17 to 19 square metres and features double beds or 2 twin beds, private bathroom with shower and bathtub, TV with DVD player, wardrobe, safe, refrigerator, individual temperature controls, satellite telephone access, hair dryer and picture window. They are located on decks 5, 6 and 7. Category O The cabin with window (obstructed), is 19 square metres and features double bed, private bathroom with shower and bathtub, TV with DVD player, wardrobe, safe, refrigerator, individual temperature controls, satellite telephone access, hairdryer and picture window (the view is obstructed). They are located on decks 5 and 6. Category P The cabin with porthole is 19 square metres and features double bed, private bathroom with shower, TV with DVD player, wardrobe, safe, refrigerator, individual temperature controls, satellite telephone access, hairdryer and 2 portholes. They are located on Deck 3.CHAN BROTHERS TRAVEL 6212 9684 Instant Quote, Instant Confirmation Printed Jan 2018 Chat online with our travel advisors from home or on the go150 South Bridge Road #07-01 Fook Hai Building  Mon - Fri 10am - 7pm  Sat 10am - 6pm  Sun & PH 12nn - 6pm www.ChanBrothers.com


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