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SUMMARY:Solar Eclipse Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Please contact us to add your name(s) to the waiting list.\nA total solar eclipse is a rare and spectacular astronomical event\, occurring when the sun\, moon and Earth perfectly align and bathe the surroundings in ethereal twilight. You’re invited to join this one-of-a-kind\, 9-night adventure. Travel from August 6 – 15\, 2026 and experience this extraordinary phenomenon at sea while cruising round-trip between Reykjavík\, Iceland\, and Greenland! \nYou’ll have grand discoveries — Greenland’s remote village of Ittoqqortoormiit\, Zodiac cruises in the splendid Scoresby Sound and the alluring city of Reykjavík. Witness puffins\, Arctic terns and other birdlife on Vigur Island; watch for humpback whales and seals from the bow of your ship; and gaze in awe at the iconic Kirkjufell Mountain\, said to have inspired novelist Jules Verne’s “Journey to the Center of the Earth.” Along the way\, soak up diverse landscapes\, from enormous ice formations to volcanic terrain\, and learn about the Norse and Inuit people’s rich culture\, folklore and traditions. And\, of course\, stand in the moon’s umbral shadow during an exhilarating solar eclipse at sea!  \nYou can also enhance your journey with a pre-extension in Reykjavík.Please contact the Georgetown Travel Society at 866-525-8664 or GeorgetownTravelSociety@Georgetown.edu for more details and to join the waitlist for space today. \nDates and Rates: \nTrip Dates: August 6 – 15\, 2026 \nRates: from $9\,995 –  $20\,695 per person based upon double occupancy \nTraveling Solo? Single accommodations are available in select categories at 160% of the per person cabin fare plus taxes\, with limited availability. Single rates for all other categories are at 200% of the cabin fare\, plus taxes. Early Booking Savings still apply. (Cabin fare is the standard rate less taxes.) \nPort taxes are included in the above prices. Deck plans available upon request. \nDeposit: $1\,500 per person (https://www.gohagantravel.com/terms for complete terms and conditions) \nTrip Type: Cruise \nTrip Status: Fully Subscribed – Open for Wait list Requests –  Request a reservation today! \nActivity Level: Active \n\nThis program requires getting in and out of Zodiac boats on some\nDisembarking the ship requires walking on narrow\, and sometimes steep\,\nFull- and half-day excursions require walking on rocky terrain or uneven\nIf you are prone to motion sickness\, you may wish to consult your physician before the trip for a suitable\nDepending on the excursion\, more leisurely alternatives to active excursions may be\n\nProgram Itinerary* \nB | L | D | R denotes included breakfasts\, lunches\, dinners\, and reception(s)\n*This itinerary is subject to change due to operational conditions. \nDay 1 | August 6 – DEPART HOME CITY \nDepart for Reykjavík\, Iceland. \nDay 2 | August 7-  REYKJAVIK\, ICELAND B \nArrive in Reykjavík-Keflavík International Airport in Reykjavík. Proceed through immigration to the baggage claim area and retrieve your luggage. After completing a customs screening\, meet a Gohagan & Company representative and transfer to the Parliament Reykjavík Hotel to check in. Those arriving early may enjoy breakfast in the hotel’s hospitality room. \nAfter lunch on your own\, join the group for an insightful Reykjavík city tour. \nReykjavík Tour: Known as the “smallest big city in the world\,” Iceland’s capital dates to 870. An Augustinian monastery was founded here during the medieval era\, followed by centuries of settlers who fished\, farmed and established a center for wool production. Today\, this modern\, cosmopolitan city is rich with culture\, natural beauty and a thriving tourist economy. Your panoramic excursion begins by showcasing Laugardalur Park\, home to colorful botanical gardens\, recreational facilities and Iceland’s only zoo. Pass by the park’s large pool\, heated with geothermal water. Next\, visit the remarkable Hallgrímskirkja\, perched at the top of Skolavordustigur Street. Icelandic architect Guðjón Samúelsson found inspiration amid Iceland’s magnificent landscapes and features of nature — such as mountains and lava formations — can be spotted in the church’s impressive design. Your tour also includes a visit to the Perlan Museum where you can take in spectacular city views from the observation deck. \nDinner is on your own this evening. Your Travel Director will be available to provide recommendations. Reykjavik offers a fantastic food culture\, and you can find cuisine ranging from lamb to fresh seafood and traditional Icelandic dishes. \nDay 3 | August 8 – REYKJAVÍK | EMBARK SHIP B | D \nAfter a satisfying breakfast\, set off for some free time. \nFree Time: Enjoy time at leisure to explore the city at your own pace. Take a hike up to the waterfall\, head to the Laugaveger neighborhood for some fun boutique shopping or stroll along the Sculpture and Shore Walk. While out\, find a spot for lunch on your own. \nEmbark the deluxe World Voyager and get to know the ship and its amenities. \nThis evening\, attend a Gohagan & Company Welcome Briefing and lifeboat drill\, followed by a dinner on board. \nDay 4 | August 9 – CRUISE THE DENMARK STRAIT | ARCTIC CIRCLE B | L | R | D \nSavor breakfast on board and spend the day cruising the Denmark Strait. Also known as the Greenland Strait\, this navigational passage sits between Greenland and Iceland in the Arctic Circle\, connecting the Greenland and Irminger sea waters. You might enjoy scouting seabirds and wildlife\, take in sensational ocean views or grab a book to settle in under the sun. \nWelcome Reception: Join your fellow passengers for a Captain’s Welcome Reception\, followed by dinner on board this evening. \nDay 5 | August 10 – ITTOQQORTOORMIIT\, GREENLAND B | L | D \nAfter breakfast on board\, disembark in Ittoqqortoormitit. \nIttoqqortoormiit – the Edge of the World. This remote Greenland village is located approximately 400 miles above the Arctic Circle on the rugged shores of the Scoresby Sund fjord system. Founded in 1925 by Danish explorer Ejnar Mikkelsen\, it is a destination of supreme beauty and home to one of the world’s last remaining hunter societies. With a population of around 350 people\, it’s an excellent place to learn about the traditional Inuit style of life. Here\, the traditions of ancestors are balanced with modernity. \nFrom visiting the vault-ribbed church and handicraft shops to strolling through the town filled with brightly colored houses\, there are many ways to experience the local vibe of Ittoqqortoormiit. Hiking enthusiasts can thrill to dramatic landscapes with impressive rock formations while keeping an eye open for Arctic wildlife\, such as eider ducks. \nReturn to the ship for lunch. Perhaps spend time on deck looking for whales and migrating seabirds. Later tonight\, settle in for another delicious dinner on board. \nDay 6 | August 11 –  SCORESBY SOUND B | L | D \nThis morning\, the ship arrives in Scoresby Sound\, where you will explore the fjords on zodiac excursions and nature hikes. \nScoresby Sound: Scoresby Sound is the world’s longest and largest fjord system. This labyrinth of fjords boasts a maze of inlets and sparkling blue icebergs\, alabaster glaciers and endless ice. Imaginations come alive here in a landscape of empty tundra and distant mountains. Keep watch for barnacle geese\, northern wheatears\, black-legged kittiwakes and more while zodiac cruising through this wonderland. Soak up the solitude and truly immerse yourself in nature. \nReturn to the ship for lunch. Later\, enjoy more cruising in Scoresby Sound. \nGather with friends and dig into dinner on board. Share your experiences of the day and your hopes for tomorrow’s solar eclipse viewing. \nDay 7 | August 12 – SOLAR ECLIPSE VIEWING B | L | D \nAfter breakfast\, prepare for a delightful solar eclipse viewing at sea. \nSolar Eclipse Viewing: While sailing from Greenland back to Iceland\, we will be in the direct path of the solar eclipse. In fact\, we will sail in the narrow path of totality. The point of maximum eclipse is located just outside Breiðafjörður Bay\, between the tips of the Westfjords and the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. \nWeather permitting\, enjoy this rare and unforgettable opportunity. Watch as the sky darkens as the moon completely covers the sun\, revealing the sun’s corona. \nHave lunch and dinner on board. \nDay 8 | August 13 ÍSAFJÖRÐUR | VIGUR ISLAND B | L | D \nSavor a delicious breakfast this morning. \nÍsafjörður and Ósvör Excursion. Get to know the astonishing and wonderfully dramatic Westfjords\, a wild\, rock-strewn landscape of soaring mountains\, winding roads and tiny villages. Encounter a past era at Ósvör\, a replica of a 19th-century fishing station. Learn about the history and traditional seafaring life at this shore-side settlement. Continue to friendly Bolungarvík\, perched on the edge of the region’s largest fjord\, and enjoy the sights of the village. Then\, see the Buna River and a waterfall in Tunguskogur. Upon returning to Ísafjörður\, view the colorful architecture of the town\, including the variety of 18th- century\, timber-framed houses. \nReturn to the ship for lunch and cruise to Vigur Island. \nVigur Island:  Join your guide for an informative stroll around the tiny\, spear-shaped island\, which serves as a sanctuary to abundant birdlife\, including eider ducks\, puffins\, Arctic terns\, black guillemots and other species. This beautiful landscape serves as a breeding ground for over 100\,000 Arctic puffins and 7\,000 breeding common eiders. The island inhabitants collect the soft down from eider duck nests to wash and use in bedding\, coats and cushions. The island is also home to seals and other wildlife. Enjoy a sense of timelessness while passing by relics\, such as Iceland’s only wooden windmill\, built in 1840\, and the boat “Vigur Breiður\,” which is still used for fishing and ferrying goods and sheep. Also\, see houses that date back to the last century. \nReturn to the ship later this afternoon for dinner on board. \nDay 9 | August 14 GRUNDAFJORDUR B | L | R | D \nSnaefellnes Peninsula Tour. Be immersed in awe-inspiring landscapes today while exploring the enigmatic Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Here\, exceptional geographical beauty exposes the mystical side of Iceland. Begin in lovely Grundarfjörður\, one of Iceland’s oldest settlements\, and gaze at the dramatic Kirkjufell Mountain\, Iceland’s most photographed mountain. Rising from the bay at the edge of Grundarfjörður\, the mountain was a filming location for the popular “Game of Thrones” series. Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall sits nearby. Travel on to Djúpalónssandur\, where scattered remains of a 1948 shipwreck lie along the black sand. The beach is also home to huge boulders that the Vikings used to test their strength in the days of the fishing stations. Continue to Malarrif to see the white\, 65-foot lighthouse before visiting the tiny fishing community of Arnarstapi\, filled with sea caves\, dramatic cliffs and thousands of nesting birds. While enjoying an invigorating walk\, you might notice the large statue of the giant Bárður Snæfellsás. \nMade from shale stones\, this half-man\, half-troll is a guardian spirit of the community. Finally\, drive to Búðir to view Búðakirkja\, a picturesque black church surrounded by lava fields. \nFarewell Reception: Join your fellow travelers for a Captain’s Farewell Reception and dinner on board the ship this evening.\nDay 10 | August 15 REYKJAVÍK | RETURN TO HOME CITY B \nAfter breakfast\, disembark the ship at the Hafnafjordur Port in Reykjavik and transfer to Reykjavík- Keflavík International Airport for your flight home. Arrive in your home city and go through immigration and customs. \nNot included:
 Airfare; Taxes; passport fees; visas and fees for obtaining visas; personal expenses such as laundry and telephone calls; accident/sickness\, trip cancellation\, and baggage insurance; gratuities to ship and hotel personnel; optional sightseeing excursions; excess baggage charges on aircraft; local departure air taxes; airfare and associated local taxes*\, airport facility taxes and federal inspection fees not listed in the “terms and conditions” at https://www.gohagantravel.com/terms/ ; transfers and baggage handling to/from airport/hotel on day(s) of arrival and/or departure if you are arriving earlier or later and/or departing earlier or later that scheduled group transfer(s); meals and and alcoholic beverages not listed as included; and all other services not specifically mentioned.
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