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Cruise Itinerary

Highlights
– Travel through Inuit Nunangat with Inuit hosts who share their stories, art, and traditions.
– Hike and Zodiac amid soaring peaks and deep fjords in Inuit-managed Torngat Mountains National Park.
– Step ashore at L’Anse aux Meadows, where Indigenous and Norse histories meet at the edge of the Atlantic.
– Discover Nuuk, Greenland’s vibrant capital, alive with Inuit culture, creativity, and colour.
– Travel alongside guides who call this route home, opening doors and sharing connections few travellers experience.

Itinerary
Day 1: St. John’s, Newfoundland – A Harbour of Stories
Cradled by steep hills and guarded by the dramatic Narrows, St. John’s—Newfoundland and Labrador’s spirited capital—is one of the world’s great natural harbours and one of North America’s oldest cities. Brightly painted row houses climb the slopes beside Signal Hill, where the Atlantic stretches endlessly beyond. In its winding streets and lively waterfront, history and creativity thrive side by side, filling the air with music, laughter, and the unmistakable spirit of Newfoundland.

Day 2: Northeast Newfoundland – Where Sea and Story Converge
Follow the Labrador Current along Newfoundland’s rugged northeast coast, where fishing villages cling to headlands shaped by wind and tide. It’s cold waters once supported the greatest fishery in the world, king cod, drawing settlers to carve out lives along the rocky shores. These coastal communities, though ever adapting, still carry the imprint of their sea-going heritage. Out at sea, whales surface and seabirds wheel overhead, drawn by the nutrient-rich flow. Here, wild landscapes and enduring traditions meet, revealing a shoreline defined as much by people and history as by the restless sea itself.

Day 3: L’Anse aux Meadows – Where Vikings Landed and Worlds Met
At the tip of Newfoundland’s Great Northern Peninsula lies L’Anse aux Meadows, the only authenticated Norse site in North America and a UNESCO World Heritage treasure. Step back a thousand years to when Norse voyagers made landfall here, marking the first known meeting between Europeans and the Indigenous peoples of this continent. Wander among grassy mounds and reconstructed sod dwellings that bring the past to life, and trace the stories unearthed by archaeologists—guided by the sagas and the clues preserved in the earth.

Day 4–5: The Labrador Coast – Fishing Grounds and Rugged Shores
Along the Labrador coast, sheer headlands give way to quiet coves and forested valleys that reach toward the sea. For centuries, Inuit, Innu, and settler communities have lived within this landscape of contrasts—its beauty matched only by its demands. During the great cod fishery, harbours once filled with schooners, salt fish, and the rhythm of seasonal life. Today, cultural sites and small outports echo those stories, revealing how people and sea have long sustained one another. Guided hikes and Zodiac excursions invite you to trace these same shorelines, where every turn offers a glimpse of Labrador’s raw power and enduring spirit.

Day 6: Nunatsiavut Community – Heart of Inuit Labrador
Come ashore in a Nunatsiavut community, where the spirit of the Labrador coast comes vividly to life. Here, history, art, and daily life intertwine, revealing stories of resilience, pride, and connection to land and sea. Walk through a community where tradition and modern life coexist—where voices rise in song, artisans share their craft, and every conversation offers insight into Inuit self-governance and cultural renewal. Framed by striking coastal hills and ancient rock formations, this visit offers a powerful sense of place and a deeper appreciation of Inuit Labrador.

Day 7: Hebron – A Homeland Remembered
Above the tree line on Labrador’s northern coast, the long white building of Hebron Mission National Historic Site of Canada stands against a vast landscape of mountains, tundra, and sea. Established by Moravian missionaries in the 1830s, Hebron became a centre of religious, commercial, medical, and community life for Labrador Inuit.

In 1959, Hebron was closed without consultation, and 249 Inuit were relocated to communities farther south, separating families from their homeland. A monument now records their names, the provincial government’s apology, and the relocatees’ response in Inuktitut and English.
Yet Hebron is more than a place of loss. As families return and restoration continues, it is again becoming a place of gathering, where the past is remembered and connections to homeland are renewed for generations to come.

Day 8–11: Torngat Mountains National Park – Land of Spirits and Stone
The sea that has shaped this expedition reaches its most dramatic expression in Torngat Mountains National Park. At the northern edge of Labrador, some of the highest and most rugged mountains in eastern North America rise directly from the water. Fjords extend deep into the range beneath walls reaching 900 metres, while small glaciers endure among rocks nearly four billion years old.

Torngait means “place where the spirits dwell.” This is the homeland of Labrador and Nunavik Inuit, whose travel routes, hunting grounds, stories, and knowledge are inseparable from the landscape. Inuit hosts bring this relationship into view, sharing perspectives shaped by generations of travelling, living, and observing the land and sea.

Polar bears travel the coast, caribou move through the valleys, and the Torngats support the world’s only known black bear population living entirely above the tree line. Over four days, the scale of the park unfolds through changing fjords, weather, wildlife, and time shared with Inuit. Here, sea, stone, and living culture come together at the heart of the journey.

Day 12: At Sea – Stories on the Open Water
Cross the Davis Strait, a storied stretch of ocean connecting Greenland and Labrador. While whales and seabirds trace your course, life aboard turns to learning and exchange. Inuit cultural educators, scientists, artists, and historians share knowledge, stories, and laughter that deepen understanding of the Arctic and its peoples. Reflection and discovery flow together on this day at sea.

Day 13: Nuuk, Greenland – Greenland in the Present Tense
At the mouth of an immense fjord system, Nuuk rises between the sea and the mountains. Its name means “headland” in Kalaallisut, the Greenlandic language, a fitting description for a capital gathered at the water’s edge. Colourful wooden houses line the old harbour, contemporary buildings reshape the skyline, and the saddle-shaped peak of Sermitsiaq rises across the water, giving Nuuk its unmistakable natural backdrop.

Human history in the region reaches back thousands of years, while the modern city grew from a colonial settlement established in 1728. The Greenland National Museum brings these layered histories together through boats, clothing, archaeological finds, and the remarkably preserved Qilakitsoq mummies.

Nuuk is also a centre of contemporary Greenlandic life. Kalaallisut carries through everyday conversation, music, and public life, while artists and chefs draw new ideas from culture and place. Katuaq, Greenland’s cultural centre, takes its name from the word for “drumstick,” fitting for a gathering place that helps set the city’s creative rhythm. There is much to discover in this distinctly Greenlandic capital, where a lively cultural scene extends beyond museums and performance spaces into cafés, shops, and everyday city life.

Day 14: Kangerlussuatsiaq Fjord (Evighedsfjorden) – Take a Zodiac Cruise at the Foot of a Glacier
Kangerlussuatsiaq means “the rather big fjord” in Kalaallisut, while the Danish name Evighedsfjorden translates to “the fjord of eternity,” underscoring its vastness and seemingly never-ending nature. See why Kangerlussuatsiaq Fjord lives up to its name and marvel at this complex coastal waterway that includes calving glaciers, sheer bird cliffs, and streams cascading against a towering mountain backdrop. Explore this sublime glacial landscape by ship and by Zodiac. The waters here are relatively warm, due to the West Greenland Current and the subarctic location.

Day 15: Kangerlussuaq, Greenland

Imagine waking up to breathtaking sea views through your cabin windows, each one whispering promises of adventure. Built in Denmark in 1992 for Greenland’s icy waters, this ship sails with a lighter carbon footprint than most expedition vessels. Its crown jewel? A glass-enclosed lounge with sweeping 200-degree views–perfect for whale watching and seabird spotting. Prefer the outdoors? The open decks are a dream for photographers and scenery lovers. With a shallow draft and easy Zodiac access, you’ll spend more time exploring and less time ferrying. Meals feature open seating and ocean views, with globally inspired options to suit all tastes-including vegetarian and fish dishes. Desserts, made fresh daily, are a highlight. Special diets? We’ve got you covered! On the Ocean Nova, every moment connects you to nature, each other, and discovery.

Founded in 1987, Adventure Canada was created to bring travellers to Canada’s “blank spaces”, those areas whose remoteness alone made them special. Over the last fifteen years, along with our guests, we have discovered that there is so much that is extraordinary about the places we travel, from the landscape, wildlife and culture to the history, art and archeology that is unique to every destination. It is our belief that there is so much to see “beyond the binoculars” that drives us to delve deeper into our favourite places with every expedition and continually seek out new destinations.

We travel by small expedition ship, the best suited mode of transportation for remote exploration. The number of passengers on our voyages run between 45 and 100, depending on the ship we choose. We believe that these small vessels are superior, as they not only allow us to gain access to places not accessible by larger vessels, but our fleet of Zodiac landing craft permit us to visit some of the most remote places imaginable – the key to expeditionary travel.

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Ocean Nova - Main Deck

Ocean Nova - Upper Deck

Ocean Nova - Bridge Deck

Ocean Nova - Top Deck

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Category 6 - Single

* Window
* One lower berth
* Bathroom with a shower
* Hair dryer, bathrobe, towels, body wash, and hair care products
* Desk with a chair
* Air ventilation
* Heater under desk
* Electrical outlets: 220V/50Hz (European)
* Cupboard
* Wardrobe
* Approximately 86-114 square feet

Category 5 - Superior Twin

* Window
* Two lower berths
* Bathroom with a shower
* Hair dryer, bathrobe, towels, body wash, and hair care products
* Desk with a chair
* Air ventilation
* Heater under desk
* Electrical outlets: 220V/50Hz (European)
* Cupboard
* Two wardrobes
* Approximately 145-156 square feet

Category 4 - Bridge Deck Twin

* Window
* Two lower berths
* Bathroom with a shower
* Hair dryer, bathrobe, towels, body wash, and hair care products
* Desk with a chair
* Air ventilation
* Heater under desk
* Electrical outlets: 220V/50Hz (European)
* Cupboard
* Wardrobe
* Approximately 104-112 square feet

Category 3 - Upper Deck Twin

* Window
* Two lower berths or matrimonial bed
* Bathroom with a shower
* Hair dryer, bathrobe, towels, body wash, and hair care products
* Desk with a chair
* Air ventilation
* Heater under desk
* Electrical outlets: 220V/50Hz (European)
* Cupboard
* Wardrobe
* Approximately 106-140 square feet

Category 2 - Bunk Bed Twin

* Window
* Bunk bed twin
* Bathroom with a shower
* Hair dryer, bathrobe, towels, body wash, and hair care products
* Desk with a chair
* Air ventilation
* Heater under desk
* Electrical outlets: 220V/50Hz (European)
* Cupboard
* Wardrobe
* Approximately 86-122 square feet

Category 1 - Triple

* Window
* Two lower and one upper berth
* Bathroom with a shower
* Hair dryer, bathrobe, towels, body wash, and hair care products
* Desk with a chair
* Air ventilation
* Heater under desk
* Electrical outlets: 220V/50Hz (European)
* Cupboard
* Two wardrobes
* Approximately 159 square feet