Aventúrese en lo más profundo de lugares inexplorados, conectando con culturas en los destinos más remotos e inaccesibles del mundo. En estos lugares experimentará la libertad y la tranquilidad de la naturaleza, que fluye siempre a su ritmo, majestuosa, serena y generosa.

  

A bordo, el ambiente es relajado y cordial, íntimo gracias a sus solo 132 pasajeros, con una hospitalidad que incluye todos los detalles: las propinas no son necesarias, las cabinas son mucho más grandes que en cualquier otro barco de expedición, encontrará gastronomía gourmet inspirada por los expertos Chefs de Relais & Chateau, un completo Spa, Internet Café, Biblioteca especializada, el tiempo pasa tranquilo, la vida fluye a su propio ritmo, días nuevos de descubrimientos, uniéndole de nuevo a la Naturaleza, una experiencia que le permitirá descubrir la vida, la belleza, redescubriéndose a si mismo, una experiencia que cambiará su vida y su forma de ver el mundo... esto es SilverSea Expeditions, una nueva forma de viajar a esos lugares que siempre soñó visitar.

 

DETALLES DEL SILVER EXPLORER

• Todas las cabinas son exteriores con baño privado, dispone de las cabinas más grandes que cualquier otro barco de expediciones.
• El servicio superlativo y la hospitalidad genuina 
• La proporción de tripulantes por pasajero casí alcanza el 1 tripulante por pasajero(1X1) 
• Las tarifas incluyen las propinas a bordo
• Naturalistas especializados y conferenciantes afamados están a bordo (idioma a bordo: Inglés)
• Las expediciones de aventura están organizadas desde el barco.
• Incluye ropa de abrigo incluso polar. 
• Tambien mochilas para los desplazamientos
• Turno abierto para la cena
• Vinos, Champagnes y licores están incluidos durante el viaje (excepto reservas especiales)
• Room Service de 24 horas
• Puente de Mando abierto a los pasajeros
• Internet y conexión para los móviles vía satélite (no incluido)

DETALLES DEL ITINERARIO (en inglés)

Date	Day	Port	Arrive	Depart
Aug 15 2015	Sat	Reykjavik, Iceland		4:30 PM
Aug 16 2015	Sun	Day at Sea
Aug 17 2015	Mon	Skjoldungen, Greenland	12:00 PM	4:00 PM
Aug 18 2015	Tue	Cruising the Prince Christian Sund	10:00 AM	8:30 PM
Aug 19 2015	Wed	Nanortalik, Greenland	7:00 AM	11:30 AM
Aug 19 2015	Wed	Unartoq Island	4:00 PM	11:00 PM
Aug 20 2015	Thu	Qaqortoq, Greenland	7:30 AM	1:00 PM
Aug 20 2015	Thu	Hvalsey, Greenland	4:00 PM	7:00 PM
Aug 21 2015	Fri	Brattahlid	7:30 AM	12:30 PM
Aug 21 2015	Fri	Ittileg	3:30 PM	8:00 PM
Aug 22 2015	Sat	Day at Sea
Aug 23 2015	Sun	NUUK, GREENLAND	7:30 AM	5:00 PM
Aug 24 2015	Mon	Sissimiut	11:00 AM	5:30 PM
Aug 25 2015	Tue	Ilulissat	9:00 AM	8:00 PM
Aug 26 2015	Wed	Day at Sea
Aug 27 2015	Thu	Kangerlussuaq	6:30 AM

Itinerario Desglosado (en inglés)


Expedition Highlights:
• Cruise into deep fjords with active glaciers and spectacular icebergs
• Learn of Greenland’s native Inuit
• Soak in a natural hot spring
• Explore ancient Norse and Viking sites
• Discover the cultures of remote Greenlandic towns
• Identify seabirds and watch for whales
• Visit the world’s smallest capital and fastest moving glacier
• Meet a sledge dog team and their owners
• See the famous Qilakitsoq mummies

Day 1 — Reykjavik, Iceland
Embark Silver Explorer and depart on your exciting 12-day Silversea Expedition – “Expedition Greenland”. After settling into your suite and setting sail, meet the members of your Expedition Team in The Theatre and attend the first of many memorable dinners in The Restaurant.

Day 2 — At Sea Crossing the Denmark Strait
Spend the day crossing the Denmark Strait, which connects the Arctic and Atlantic oceans. Meet some of your fellow explorers, attend a Zodiac briefing, and become acquainted with the luxurious amenities found on board the Silver Explorer. Tonight, we invite you to attend a special Welcome Aboard cocktail party where at the Captain will introduce his senior officers and various members of the crew.

Day 3 — Skoldungen Fjord (Thyrms Glacier)
Cruising along Greenland’s rugged eastern coast, Silver Explorer explores the Skoldungen Fjord. We will spend much of the day out on deck to take in the enchanting scenery: towering mountains tipped with snow, ice-scraped valley sides and sculptured icebergs in shades of white and blue. Upon arriving at the top of the fjord where we can easily see the retreating state of the Thyrms Glacier, we will have our first Zodiac cruise of the journey, allowing us to explore this picturesque setting from a unique, up-close perspective. On our return journey, exiting this U-shaped fjord, join your Expedition Team out on deck to marvel at the spectacular scenery.

Day 4 — Cruise & Explore Prince Christian Sound, Greenland
Our plan for today is to explore one of South Greenland’s most dramatic natural features: Prince Christian Sound. The water is placid and the crisp scent of ice fills the air. On either side of us, waterfalls stream down sharp, wrinkled mountainsides as we navigate the fjord through a sea of icebergs that glitter in the sun. Born of compacted ancient snows that calve into the sound at the glacier’s edge, each iceberg is different from the next. Time and weather conditions permitting, we plan to set out via the Zodiacs to explore even more.


Day 5 — Nanortalik, Greenland
                Uunartoq Island, Greenland
Nanortalik lies in a scenic area surrounded by steep mountainsides and is Greenland’s most southerly town. The town’s name means the “place of polar bears”, which refers to the polar bears that used to be seen floating offshore on summer’s ice floes. Nanortalik has an excellent open-air museum that gives a broad picture of the region from Inuit times to today. At the summer hunting camp, Inuit in traditional clothing will describe aspects of their ancestor’s customs and lifestyle including an impressive kayak demonstration. Time permitting; we will enjoy the tradition of kaffe-mik (coffee and cake) and a folk dancing presentation at the Cultural Centre.

In the afternoon, Silver Explorer will drop anchor at Uunartoq. Since the days of the Norse, the hot springs here have been renown for their healing effects. Take this opportunity to relax and unwind in steaming waters. Remember to pack swimwear!

Day 6 — Qaqortoq, Greenland
                Hvalsey, Greenland
This morning we arrive at the picturesque harbour town of Qaqortoq (pronounced ka-kor-tok). The town’s name translates to ‘white place’, but today, instead of snow, we will admire the hillsides of colourful houses painted in bright primary shades. Our local guide will take us to the charming town square, home to Greenland’s oldest fountain built in 1928. Surrounding it are two churches, one old and one new, an open-air fish and meat market, and the Qaqortoq Museum. This modest museum houses a superb collection of historical artefacts associated with Inuit hunting and fishing, a whaler’s gun and a collection of contemporary artwork.

In the afternoon Silver Explorer anchors off Hvalsey. Once ashore, we will learn how Christianity spread its influence throughout Europe and eventually reached remote Greenland, where it established itself in the country in 1000 AD. Hvalsey Church was built in the 14th century and is the best preserved of the churches in Greenland from that period. Together we will visit these historical ruins from the time of the Vikings.

Day 7 — Qassiarsuk /Brattahlid, Greenland

                 Ittileq, Greenland

Encircled by a wealth of Norse ruins, Qassiarsuk (or Brattahlid) is where we begin our day. Qassiarsuk is the newer, Greenlandic name for this small village. Brattahlid is the older, Danish name. Here we tour the foundation remains of the manor house of Erik the Red founded Greenland after being banished from Iceland and Norway for murder. We will also visit the site of the first Christian church ever built in North America, see a recently unearthed Norse graveyard that contains remains of 144 Norse colonists, and have a chance to admire Hans Lynge’s remarkable bronze sculpture of Erik the Red.

Back aboard Silver Explorer, we enjoy lunch as the ship cruises to Ittileq. From our landing site, we will walk the 4 km / 2.5 mi to Igaliku where we will meet up with the 30 inhabitants, who are very proud of their beautiful village. With our local guides we will visit the ruins of Garðar, which was once the religious heart of 12th-century Norse Greenland.

Days 8 — At Sea
Gather in The Theatre to hear fascinating tales of adventure or to learn about the region’s endemic wildlife and remarkable nature. Our knowledgeable Lecture Staff members are experts in a variety of scientific fields and their informative topics will prepare you for the many adventures that lie ahead. Binoculars and camera in hand, head out on deck to watch for marine mammals and to identify the seabirds that will follow our passage.

Day 9 — Nuuk, Greenland
This morning we arrive in Greenland’s first town (1728) and current capital, Nuuk, which means “the heartland”. Our leisurely walk through this picturesque harbour town allows us to take in Nuuk’s natural beauty, and also to see Inuit ruins, Hans Egede’s home, parliament, and the Church of our Saviour. At the Greenlandic National Museum we have the fantastic opportunity to see the famous Qilakitsoq mummies.

Day 10 — Sisimiut, Greenland
Located just north of the Arctic Circle, Sisimiut is the northernmost town in Greenland where the port remains free of ice in the winter. Yet it is also the southernmost town where there exists enough snow and ice to drive a dogsled in winter and spring. In Sisimiut, travelling by sledge has been the primary means of winter transportation for centuries. Today we will meet a sledge dog team and their owners, who will tell us all about sledding and how the Greenlandic sledge dog has been bred to be amongst the strongest working dogs in the world.

Day 11 — Ilulissat, Greenland
Just after sunrise, be out on deck to see the northern hemisphere’s most active glacier – Jakobshavn – often surrounded by icebergs in all shapes and sizes and in varying shades of white and turquoise. Known as the birthplace of icebergs, the Ilulissat Icefjord produces nearly 20 million tons of ice each day. The town of Ilulissat is known for its long periods of calm and settled weather, but the climate is a bit colder due to its proximity to the fjord. While here, we may have the opportunity to see a demonstration of ancient fishing methods and enjoy some locally caught and prepared fish. During our guided walking tour of Ilulissat, we will visit the local history museum. The afternoon tour continues via fishing boat, as we navigate amongst the many icebergs at the fjord’s entrance. Alternatively, guests have the option to purchase an exciting helicopter excursion to see the magnificent Jakobshavn Icefjord by air.

Days 12 — At Sea
Participate in discussions and onboard activities led by the Expedition Team, relax in one of the lounges with that book you’ve been meaning to read, and meet up with new friends for cocktails. On board Silver Explorer, a variety of diversions are available, including educational lectures, spa treatments, a workout in the Fitness Centre, and, of course, exquisite dining experiences. Before turning in for the night, take a stroll on deck to take in the solitude of the vast sea and sky.

Day 13 — Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
After breakfast, disembark Silver Explorer.

Expedition highlights and wildlife listed here are possible experiences only and cannot be guaranteed. Your Expedition Leader and Captain will work together to ensure opportunities for adventure and exploration are the best possible, taking into account the prevailing weather and wildlife activity. Expedition Team members scheduled for this voyage are subject to change or cancellation.




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