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10/13D GREENLAND EXPEDITION CRUISE & ICELAND Midnight Sun Holiday Onboard MV Ocean Atlantic we will cruise alongside glacial landscapes, whales, the ever-present Northern Fulmar sea bird and a multitude of facinating settlements. This is just a small taste of all you can expect on this first-class expedition cruise with Albatros Expeditions’. Navigating along Greenland’s old inter-coastal routes, we can indulge in the multitude of beautiful natural wonders, including “Iceberg Capital of the World”, Ilulissat, and the nearby UNESCO-protected Icefjord. We will pay a visit to the small town of Qeqertarsuaq on mountaineous Disko Island where we can experience the ageold “Kaffemik” tradition in the community house, and we’ll cruise close to the calving glacier of Eqip Sermia. We will even make a call to the polar circle settlement of Itilleq. While overnighting in Iceland, we will have an opportunity to experience the island nation’s unique nature, as well as centuries-old history and culture in the capital Reykjavík. 2019 Special Dep: Aug 18, 21

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10/13D GREENLAND EXPEDITION CRUISE & ICELAND

Midnight Sun Holiday

Onboard MV Ocean Atlantic we will cruise alongside glacial landscapes, whales, the ever-present Northern Fulmar sea bird and a multitude of facinating settlements. This is just a small taste of all you can expect on this first-class expedition cruise withAlbatros Expeditions’. Navigating along Greenland’s old inter-coastal routes, we can indulge in the multitude of beautiful natural wonders, including “Iceberg Capital of the World”, Ilulissat, and the nearby UNESCO-protected Icefjord. We will pay a visit to the small town of Qeqertarsuaq on mountaineous Disko Island where we can experience the ageold “Kaffemik” tradition in the community house, and we’ll cruise close to the calving glacier of Eqip Sermia. We will even make a call to the polar circle settlement of Itilleq. While overnighting in Iceland, we will have an opportunity to experience the island nation’s unique nature, as well as centuries-old history and culture in the capital Reykjavík.

2019 Special Dep:

Aug 18, 21

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DAY/DATE 10DAYS 7NIGHTS GREENLAND EXPEDITION CRUISE & ICELAND

Day 1/ 21AUG

(WED)

SINGAPORE – REYKJAVIK (Meals on board)

Depart Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Icelandic capital of Reykjavik.

Day 2/ 22AUG

(THU)

REYKJAVIK (Meals on board / Welcome Dinner)

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Today, embark on a guided city tour of Reykjavik including the futuristic glass-

domed Perlan, historical Hofdi House, sports and recreation centre Laugardalur and Parliament House. Continue on to

Hallgrimskirkja, one of the key landmarks in the city with its remarkably unique design inspired by Iceland’s

characteristic lava flows cooling into basalt rock. This evening, join in a delectable welcome dinner. Thereafter, you can

spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring the city.

Day 6/ 23AUG

(FRI)

REYKJAVIK – BLUE LAGOON – KANGERLUSSUAQ (B/D)

Today, make a visit to world-famous Blue Lagoon. Thereafter, transfer to Airport. Fly from Reykjavik to

Kangerlussuaq, transfer from airport to pier for your cruise check in.

Day 7/ 24AUG

(SAT)

SISIMIUT (B/L/D)

This morning, you will arrive at Sisimiut, located 40 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle. Soak up the rugged and

adventurous atmosphere that permeates this Arctic Circle backcountry and learn all about Greenland’s famed tradition of

dog sledding. You can experience the town’s history and culture by exploring the older part of town where the buildings

date back to the 16th century. This afternoon, continue your voyage further north of the country.

Day 8/ 25AUG

(SUN)

QEQERTARSUAQ – EQIP SERMIA CLACIER (B/L/D)

Today, the ship will dock at Qeqertarsuaq, Disko Island. Spend your day at leisure and explore this exciting city’s

attractions. Visit the distinguished octagonal church, a Lutheran church also known as God’s Inkpot. Next, experience a

Greenlandic tradition called Kaffemik which refers to a social gathering in a community house over coffee, Greenlandic

specialties and storytelling. This evening, sail west past Disko Island into Uummannaq Bay. Get up close to the active

calving Eqip Sermia Glacier and enjoy the thrill of watching and waiting for the chunks of ice to break off. You may

even spot curious seals that sometimes pop their heads above water amid the deafening crash.

Day 9/ 26AUG

(MON)

ILLULISSAT (B/L/D)

This morning, head to Ilulissat, the 3rd-largest city in the country located on the shores of the UNESCO World

Heritage-listed Icefjord. Start your day with an old settlement walking tour. See the abandoned settlement

Sermermiut, located 15 kilometres south of the city. For 4,000 years, different Inuit tribes lived in the settlement and

today, you can still see the relics of their presence. Hear the story about the Inuits’ lifestyle and customs before the

Europeans came to Greenland, see the ruins, touch the permafrost with your own hands and marvel at the magnificent

views of Ilulissat Icefjord.

Day 10/ 27AUG

(TUE)

ITILLEQ (B/L/D)

Today, you will arrives a tiny settlement of Itilleq. Thereafter, 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.

Day 11/ 28AUG

(WED)

KANGERLUSSUAQ – REYKJAVIK (B/D)

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.

Day 12/ 29AUG

(THU)

REYKJAVIK – SINGAPORE (B/ 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 13/ 30AUG

(FRI)

Arrival Singapore

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10DAYS 7NIGHTS

GREENLAND EXPEDITION CRUISE &

ICELAND MIDNIGHT SUN HOLIDAY2019 Special Dep: Aug 21

Package Includes

• Return Airfare

• Return Inter-Europe Flight between Iceland and

Greenland

• Round Trip Airport Transfer

• 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

Atlantic with Full Board Meal

• Guided Zodiac, Land and Sea Tours, and

Shoreside Activities

• Blue Lagoon with Comfort Package Admission

• Welcome Dinner*

• All Land and Cruise Tipping

Excludes

• All applicable airport taxes and airlines

surcharges

• Visa fees, insurance , optional shore-excursion

and beverages onboard

• Others not specify in the inclusion

Remarks* Revisions, if any, in itinerary are subject to the Company’s Terms and Conditions, a copy of which is available at:

www.ChanBrothers.com/PackageTourTnCs. In particular, the Customer is requested to note the following:

* Itinerary may be subject to change due to circumstances beyond the Company’s control.

* Accommodation in designated cities is subject to room availability.

*

* Different tour groups may be merged.

* Proposed changes, if any, that are not accepted will be subject to the refund provisions set out in the Terms and Conditions.

Sequence of itinerary may be subject to change.

Highlights

• Serenity & history of Disko Bay Island

• Whale sightings, bird watching & Arctic wildlife

• Cultural Kaffemik experience

• Visit Ilulissat, nicknamed “Iceberg Capital of the World”

UNESCO-protected Icefjord

• Close encounter with the calving Eqip Sermia Glacier

• Kangerlussuaq, tundra area close to Greenland’s Ice Cap

OCEAN ATLANTIC

Ship specifications

• Crew: 140

• Passengers: 214

• Length: 140 m

• Breadth: 21 m

• Draft: 5.8 m

• Engines: 4 x 3,600 kW

• Ice class: 1B

• Speed, cruising: 12 knots

• Speed, maximum: 15 knots

• Elevators: 2

• Stabilizers: 2

• Zodiacs: 20

• Lifeboats, covered: 6

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DAY / DATE 13DAYS 10NIGHTS GREENLAND EXPEDITION CRUISE & ICELAND

Day 1/ 18AUG

(SUN)

SINGAPORE – REYKJAVIK (Meals on board)

Depart Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Icelandic capital of Reykjavik.

Day 2/ 19AUG

(MON)

REYKJAVIK (Meals on board / Welcome Dinner)

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Today, embark on a guided city tour of Reykjavik including the futuristic glass-

domed Perlan, historical Hofdi House, sports and recreation centre Laugardalur and Parliament House. Continue on to

Hallgrimskirkja, one of the key landmarks in the city with its remarkably unique design inspired by Iceland’s

characteristic lava flows cooling into basalt rock. This evening, join in a delectable welcome dinner. Thereafter, you can

spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring the city.

Day 3/ 20AUG

(TUE)

REYKJAVIK – GOLDEN CIRCLE – REYKJAVIK (B)

After breakfast, depart Reykjavik and embark on a Golden Circle tour for an adventure through southern Iceland’s most

popular tourist route. Stop by Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Next, head to the magnificent

two-tiered Gullfoss waterfall, followed by visits to the geothermal hot springs of The Great Geysir and Strokkur.

Day 4/ 21AUG

(WED)REYKJAVIK – SOUTH COAST – REYKJAVIK (B)

This morning, travel to Iceland’s South Coast. Be enthralled by the picturesque Seljalandsfoss, as it plummets 200 feet

into a deep plunge pool below. You may also hike through the back of the waterfall where you will behold a breathtaking

view from a different perspective. Next, view the cone-shaped Eyjafjallajokull glacier, an ice-capped volcano. Next, stop

by Skogar to visit the famous Skogafoss waterfall, regarded as the most spectacular waterfall in Iceland. Continue the

charming village of Vik and make a stop to view the basalt sea stacks of Reynisdrangar.

Day 5/ 22AUG

(THU)

REYKJAVIK (B)

Today, spend your day at leisure to explore this exciting city.

Day 6/ 23AUG

(FRI)

REYKJAVIK – BLUE LAGOON – KANGERLUSSUAQ (B/D)

Today, make a visit to world-famous Blue Lagoon. Thereafter, transfer to Airport. Fly from Reykjavik to

Kangerlussuaq, transfer from airport to pier for your cruise check in.

Day 7/ 24AUG

(SAT)

SISIMIUT (B/L/D)

This morning, you will arrive at Sisimiut, located 40 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle. Soak up the rugged and

adventurous atmosphere that permeates this Arctic Circle backcountry and learn all about Greenland’s famed tradition of

dog sledding. You can experience the town’s history and culture by exploring the older part of town where the buildings

date back to the 16th century. This afternoon, continue your voyage further north of the country.

Day 8/ 25AUG

(SUN)

QEQERTARSUAQ – EQIP SERMIA CLACIER (B/L/D)

Today, the ship will dock at Qeqertarsuaq, Disko Island. Spend your day at leisure and explore this exciting city’s

attractions. Visit the distinguished octagonal church, a Lutheran church also known as God’s Inkpot. Next, experience a

Greenlandic tradition called Kaffemik which refers to a social gathering in a community house over coffee, Greenlandic

specialties and storytelling. This evening, sail west past Disko Island into Uummannaq Bay. Get up close to the active

calving Eqip Sermia Glacier and enjoy the thrill of watching and waiting for the chunks of ice to break off. You may

even spot curious seals that sometimes pop their heads above water amid the deafening crash.

Day 9/ 26AUG

(MON)

ILLULISSAT (B/L/D)

This morning, head to Ilulissat, the 3rd-largest city in the country located on the shores of the UNESCO World

Heritage-listed Icefjord. Start your day with an old settlement walking tour. See the abandoned settlement

Sermermiut, located 15 kilometres south of the city. For 4,000 years, different Inuit tribes lived in the settlement and

today, you can still see the relics of their presence. Hear the story about the Inuits’ lifestyle and customs before the

Europeans came to Greenland, see the ruins, touch the permafrost with your own hands and marvel at the magnificent

views of Ilulissat Icefjord.

Day 10/ 27AUG

(TUE)

ITILLEQ (B/L/D)

Today, you will arrives a tiny settlement of Itilleq. Thereafter, 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.

Day 11/ 28AUG

(WED)

KANGERLUSSUAQ – REYKJAVIK (B/D)

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.

Day 12/ 29AUG

(THU)

REYKJAVIK – SINGAPORE (B/ 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 13/ 30AUG

(FRI)

Arrival Singapore

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13DAYS 10NIGHTS

GREENLAND EXPEDITION CRUISE &

ICELAND MIDNIGHT SUN HOLIDAY

2019 Special Dep: Aug 18

Package Includes

• Return Airfare

• Return Inter-Europe Flight between Iceland and

Greenland

• Round Trip Airport Transfer

• 4N Pre Cruise Accommodation in Reykjavik

with Daily Breakfast

• 1N Post Cruise Accommodation in Reykjavik

with Half Board Meal Arrangement

• 5N Shipboard Accommodation on Ocean

Atlantic with Full Board Meal

• Guided Zodiac, Land and Sea Tours, and

Shoreside Activities

• Excursion to Golden Circle and South Coast

• Blue Lagoon with Comfort Package Admission

• Welcome Dinner*

• All Land and Cruise tipping

Excludes

• All applicable airport taxes and airlines

surcharges

• Visa fees, insurance , optional shore-excursion

and beverages onboard

• Others not specify in the inclusion

Remarks* Revisions, if any, in itinerary are subject to the Company’s Terms and Conditions, a copy of which is available at:

www.ChanBrothers.com/PackageTourTnCs. In particular, the Customer is requested to note the following:

* Itinerary may be subject to change due to circumstances beyond the Company’s control.

* Accommodation in designated cities is subject to room availability.

*

* Different tour groups may be merged.

* Proposed changes, if any, that are not accepted will be subject to the refund provisions set out in the Terms and Conditions.

Sequence of itinerary may be subject to change.

Highlights

• Serenity & history of Disko Bay Island

• Whale sightings, bird watching & Arctic wildlife

• Cultural Kaffemik experience

• Visit Ilulissat, nicknamed “Iceberg Capital of the World”

UNESCO-protected Icefjord

• Close encounter with the calving Eqip Sermia Glacier

• Kangerlussuaq, tundra area close to Greenland’s Ice Cap

• Speed, cruising: 12 knots

• Speed, maximum: 15 knots

• Elevators: 2

• Stabilizers: 2

• Zodiacs: 20

• Lifeboats, covered: 6

OCEAN ATLANTIC

Ship specifications

• Crew: 140

• Passengers: 214

• Length: 140 m

• Breadth: 21 m

• Draft: 5.8 m

• Engines: 4 x 3,600 kW

• Ice class: 1B

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Category C: (Deck 4 & 5) Size 12-13 m2 .

This Standard Cabin has a double bed or two

single beds, private bathroom, and a

window.

Located on the Columbus and Marco Polo

Deck.

Category B: (Deck 7 & 8) Size 20-23 m2.

Featuring a double bed or two single beds, a

relaxing sitting area, private bathroom and a

window. Partly obstructed view.

Located on the Magellan and Hudson Deck.

Category A: (Deck 5) Size 19-24 m2.

Featuring a double bed or two single beds, a

relaxing sitting area, private bathroom and a

window.

Located on the Marco Polo Deck.

Category D: (Deck 4) Size 11-12 m2 .

Featuring a double bed or two single beds,

private bathroom, and a porthole.

Located on the Columbus Deck.

Category E: (Deck 5) Size 18-21 m2.

Large Inside Cabin, featuring a double or

two single beds, a relaxing sitting area, and a

bathroom with a bathtub.

Located on Marco Polo Deck.

Category G: (Deck 4) Size 9-10 m2.

Cabins feature a single bed, private bathroom,

and a porthole.

•Located on Columbus Deck.