Iceland and Greenland: Reykjavik and Ilulissat
Nordic adventure: in the magic of the Arctic worlds
In the warm water on deck while the glaciers drift past outside.
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Reykjavík → Nuuk (Godthaab)
This thirteen-night Silver Wind Expedition voyage runs from Reykjavík across the North Atlantic to Nuuk on the Greenlandic west coast. The journey links Iceland with Greenland and offers, ice and weather permitting, Zodiac landings along fjord coasts, glacier fronts and into quiet bays. The expedition team runs a daily programme with lectures, wildlife watching and briefings. Silversea offers premium all-inclusive with butler service, premium wines, gratuities and Wi-Fi. In high summer the midnight sun shapes the rhythm.
Route highlights
- Reykjavík as the Icelandic starting point
- North Atlantic leg towards Greenland
- Approach to the Greenlandic west coast
- Zodiac landings at glacier fronts
- Lectures from the expedition team
- Midnight sun in the polar summer
- Arrival in Nuuk as the capital of Greenland
Early booking advantage: Voyages in 2027 fill quickly - premium cabins are often reserved 18-24 months in advance. An early booking enquiry is non-binding and secures your preferred cabin category.
The Route
Reykjavik
13 nights
Nuuk (Godthab)
The exact route is set by the expedition team on site, depending on ice and weather:
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MON · 19 Jul 2027Reykjavik · EmbarkationDeparture 19:00
Reykjavik is the world's northernmost capital and gateway to Iceland's natural wonders - geysers, waterfalls, glaciers and volcanoes. The colourful wooden houses of the city centre, the Hallgrímskirkja and the warm geothermal Sky Lagoon define the city.
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TUE · 20 Jul 2027VestmannaeyjarArrival 07:30 Departure 14:00
The Vestmannaeyjar are a volcanic archipelago off Iceland's south coast. The main island Heimaey was partly buried in lava by Eldfell in 1973 and is today the world's largest puffin colony.
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WED · 21 Jul 2027At sea
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THU · 22 Jul 2027Prince Christian SoundArrival 14:00 Departure 19:00
In southern Greenland, this 100-kilometre strait, often only a few hundred metres wide, links the Atlantic with the Labrador Sea. Glaciated mountains rising sheer 2,000 metres from the water, calving glaciers and drifting icebergs make the passage one of the most dramatic waterways in the world.
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FRI · 23 Jul 2027Tassermiut FjordArrival 07:00 Departure 18:30
The Tasermiut Fjord in southern Greenland is flanked by sheer granite walls and the inland ice sheet. More than a thousand years ago the Vikings founded their southernmost settlement in this fjord.
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SAT · 24 Jul 2027QaqortoqArrival 06:30 Departure 11:00
On a sheltered bay on the south-western coast of Greenland, this largest town of South Greenland is composed like a Nordic pastel painting with its brightly coloured wooden houses. Around 40 sculptures carved into local granite as part of the Stone and Man art project are scattered throughout the town.
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SAT · 24 Jul 2027HvalseyArrival 13:00 Departure 16:00
On Greenland's south-west coast lies Hvalsey as the most important archaeological site of the Norse era on the island. The impressive 14th-century church ruins with their preserved stone walls mark the last documented presence of the Greenlandic Norse in 1408, when an Icelandic wedding was held here.
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SUN · 25 Jul 2027PaamiutArrival 08:00 Departure 13:00
Tucked between Nuuk and Qaqortoq on Greenland's south-western coast, this fishing community sits at the entrance to a sprawling fjord system. Its colourful timber houses hunker against the often misty Atlantic, while sea eagles and whales pass through the bay in summer.
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MON · 26 Jul 2027EvighedsfjordArrival 10:30 Departure 19:00
The Evighedsfjord (Fjord of Eternity) in western Greenland is a calm fjord reaching deep into the mainland, with one of the most impressive glacier backdrops in Greenland. Barely visited, it offers silent passages through a landscape of gneiss cliffs, waterfalls and tundra.
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TUE · 27 Jul 2027QeqertarsuaqArrival 13:30 Departure 19:00
Qeqertarsuaq is the main settlement on Disko Island off Greenland's west coast, set beneath characteristic basalt cliffs. Hot springs, whales and icebergs shape this Arctic experience.
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WED · 28 Jul 2027Uummannaq Fjord (Grönland)Arrival 08:30 Departure 19:00
The Uummannaq Fjord stretches along Greenland's west coast around 600 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle and ranks among the country's most beautiful fjords. Drifting icebergs from the Store Glacier and the heart-shaped Uummannaq mountain dominate the scenery around the island of the same name.
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THU · 29 Jul 2027IlulissatArrival 07:00 Departure 19:00
Ilulissat in West Greenland lies next to the UNESCO World Heritage Ilulissat Icefjord - one of the world's most productive glaciers. Sermeq Kujalleq calves enormous icebergs daily that fill the fjord before drifting into Baffin Bay. Dog-sled rides and helicopter glacier tours are the excursion highlights.
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FRI · 30 Jul 2027Eqip Sermia GlacierArrival 07:00 Departure 13:30
The Eqip Sermia Glacier in western Greenland is one of the most actively calving glaciers in the world. From on board or by Zodiac you watch in real time as tonnes of ice break from the glacier front and crash into the water, shaking the surface.
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SAT · 31 Jul 2027SisimiutArrival 08:00 Departure 13:30
Sisimiut is Greenland's second-largest town, known for its traditional kayak-building craft and dog-sledding tradition. The old colonial building, the Lutheran cathedral with its red wooden bell tower and the Arctic fjord panorama make Sisimiut one of the most authentic Greenland stops.
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SUN · 01 Aug 2027Nuuk (Godthab) · DisembarkationArrival 07:00
Climate & best time to sail
Embarkation: Reykjavik
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air °C | 4 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 13 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 5 |
| Sea °C | 7 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 8 |
| Rain mm | 190 | 150 | 170 | 110 | 106 | 132 | 148 | 190 | 283 | 271 | 259 | 235 |
Long-term monthly normals · Reference: Norwegian coast / Scotland (Bergen)
Disembarkation: Nuuk (Godthab)
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air °C | -13 | -13 | -13 | -9 | -2 | 4 | 7 | 6 | 2 | -4 | -8 | -11 |
| Sea °C | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 20 | 26 | 23 | 17 | 12 | 15 | 20 | 26 | 24 | 26 | 20 | 23 |
Long-term monthly normals · Reference: Svalbard (Longyearbyen)
Silver Wind Expedition
Silver Wind was converted to an expedition ship in 2022: reinforced hull, Zodiac fleet, 274 guests. Butler service among icebergs, champagne after the Zodiac excursion, gourmet dinner with glacier views.
In the Arctic, Silver Wind Expedition sails through the waters of Svalbard and Greenland - expeditions with the comfort of a Silversea ship.
The Ship
Cabins
Owner's Suite
A prestigious suite in a preferred midship location with a private veranda (up to 8 m²), a separate sleeping area and a generous dining and living area. Butler service included.
Grand Suite
The most spacious suite on board: a corner suite with breathtaking 270-degree views, a large veranda (up to 14 m²), a separate bedroom and a generous dining and living area. Butler service included.
Royal Suite
A stately corner suite with 270-degree views, a large veranda (up to 12 m²), a separate bedroom and a generous dining and living area. Butler service included.
Silver Suite
A stylish midship suite with separate sleeping and living areas, a private veranda (up to 8 m²) and a marble bathroom. Butler service included.
Medallion Suite
A generous suite in the forward section with a particularly large veranda (up to 12 m²), a sitting area and a marble bathroom. Butler service included.
Deluxe Veranda Suite
A comfortable veranda suite in a preferred midship location with a private teak veranda (up to 4.5 m²), a seating area, a marble bathroom and a walk-in wardrobe. Butler service included.
Classic Veranda Suite
A comfortable suite with a private teak veranda (up to 4.5 m²), a seating area, a marble bathroom and a walk-in wardrobe. Butler service included.
Vista Suite
An elegant suite with a large picture window instead of a veranda, a cosy living area, a marble bathroom and a walk-in wardrobe. Butler service included.
Deck plan · Silver Wind Expedition
Standard inclusions of the ship voyage
On board
- Suite with butler service
- Complimentary WiFi throughout the ship
- Gourmet cuisine 24 hours a day
- Free-seating dining with À-la-carte menus
- 24-hour room service (complimentary)
- Premium beverages: champagne, fine wines, spirits, beers, water and soft drinks
- Personalised minibar, replenished daily
- Gratuities for all staff included
- All entertainment (shows, lectures, performances)
- Wellness facilities (fitness centre, sauna, steam bath in Otium Spa)
Not included
- Specialty restaurant La Dame (may have nominal charge)
- Flights and transfers (unless on All-Inclusive Plus fare)
- Additional paid activities and premium extras
Further options
Additionally included depending on voyage type (Classic / Expedition) and fare (Door-to-Door / All-Inclusive Plus):
- Shore excursions: at least one per port on Classic fares; all Zodiac cruises and guided landings on Expedition voyages
- Expedition extras: expert lectures, a parka to keep and rubber boots on loan
- Economy-class flights from and to your home airport (Door-to-Door and many All-Inclusive fares)
- Airport transfers between airport and ship (Door-to-Door and All-Inclusive Plus fares)
- Hotel night before and after the voyage (Door-to-Door and selected expeditions)
- Private chauffeur service from your door to the airport (Door-to-Door, within about 80 km)
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this voyage?
Send us a non-binding enquiry via the form on this page. Our team replies personally within 24 hours with availability, cabin options and a tailored offer. No enquiry fee, no upfront payment.
What is included in the price?
The base price per person (twin cabin) includes the cabin in your chosen category, full board, all port fees and the onboard programme. Flights and transfers are quoted separately. 13 nights from EUR 17.300 p.p. With Silversea, selected wines and beverages at meals are included.
How many guests sail on the Silver Wind Expedition?
A maximum of 274 guests - extraordinarily intimate compared to standard cruise ships. The high crew-to-guest ratio ensures personal attention throughout the voyage.
Can the itinerary change?
Yes - all itineraries are subject to weather, port availability and the captain's decisions. This is part of the charm of small-ship cruising: flexibility allows for unexpected discoveries.
Are there specials for early bookers or solo travellers?
Yes. Early bookers receive discounts for timely booking. Solo travellers often benefit from a reduced or waived single supplement. Simply mention your preferences in the enquiry.
Is my booking protected?
Yes. As a German tour operator, ivent-sailing provides a travel protection certificate (Reisesicherungsschein) under German law. Your payment is fully insured.
What about flights and transfers?
We arrange flights and transfers on request as part of your personal offer. This allows us to find the best connections for your specific departure date and home airport.
Are there shore excursions?
Yes. All cruise lines offer shore excursions - from guided cultural tours to nature experiences. The concepts vary by fleet. We are happy to provide details on available excursions for your chosen voyage.
What water sports and activities are available?
Depending on the ship and route: snorkelling, kayaking, stand-up paddling, diving, and Zodiac landings (on expedition voyages). Many ships have a marina platform for direct access to the water. We will be happy to tell you exactly what is available on your voyage.
When is the best time to sail this voyage?
For embarkation in Reykjavik the best time to sail is May to September; for disembarkation in Nuuk (Godthab) it is June to August (midnight sun, open fjords).
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