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16-night Northwest Passage Expedition: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route

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Ocean Explorer
cruise info

  • Quark Expeditions Cruises: Ocean Explorer
  • |
  • August 17, 2026

itinerary

  1. Day 1
    Reykjavik
    | Mon Aug 17, 2026
  2. Day 2
    Nuuk
    | Tue Aug 18, 2026
  3. Day 3
    West Coast of Greenland
    | Wed Aug 19, 2026
  4. Day 4
    West Coast of Greenland
    | Thu Aug 20, 2026
  5. Day 5
    At Sea
    | Fri Aug 21, 2026
  6. Day 6
    Canadian High Arctic Exploration
    | Sat Aug 22, 2026
  7. Day 7
    Canadian High Arctic Exploration
    | Sun Aug 23, 2026
  8. Day 8
    Canadian High Arctic Exploration
    | Mon Aug 24, 2026
  9. Day 9
    Canadian High Arctic Exploration
    | Tue Aug 25, 2026
  10. Day 10
    Canadian High Arctic Exploration
    | Wed Aug 26, 2026
  11. Day 11
    Canadian High Arctic Exploration
    | Thu Aug 27, 2026
  12. Day 12
    Canadian High Arctic Exploration
    | Fri Aug 28, 2026
  13. Day 13
    Canadian High Arctic Exploration
    | Sat Aug 29, 2026
  14. Day 14
    Canadian High Arctic Exploration
    | Sun Aug 30, 2026
  15. Day 15
    Canadian High Arctic Exploration
    | Mon Aug 31, 2026
  16. Day 16
    Resolute
    | Tue Sep 1, 2026
  17. Day 17
    Calgary
    | Tue Sep 1, 2026
  18. Day 18
    Calgary
    | Wed Sep 2, 2026
Sailing Features
  • 16 Nights
  • Aug 17, 2026 / Sep 2, 2026
  • Reykjavik
  • Calgary
  • Ocean Explorer
Bonus Offers
Exclusive Amenities Available:
  • $300 per Couple Shipboard Credit

Suites

Choose the perfect room for you
Oceanview
Balcony
Suite
Oceanview
Studio Single Stateroom (OEX-SGL)

Size: 146 - 186 sq. ft.
Designed for one. These cabins have one double bed and a porthole view. There is also a desk and chair, TV, state of the art ‘infotainment’ system and private bathroom with shower, vanity and heated floor.

Ocean Explorer cruise ship

Quark Expeditions Cruises:   Ocean Explorer

Ocean Explorer, the newest addition to the fleet, is modern, elegant and purpose-built for polar exploration. The 138-passenger vessel has been designed with the latest in expedition ship technology. One of the ship’s key features is the ULSTEIN X-BOW®, a marine engineering innovation that ensures a comfortable and smooth sailing experience thanks to the inverted bow. Located at the bow is the two-story, light-filled library, which introduces a welcome airiness to the expedition ship.
  • Ship Length:
    342 ft (104.2 m)
  • Beam:
    17 ft (5.3 m)
  • Registry:
    Portugal
  • Number of Crews:
    105
  • Passenger Capacity:
    138
  • Number of Staterooms:
    57
  • Number of Suites:
    11
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Don't Miss Out on Any Trip Enhancing Shore Excursions!
Immerse yourself in local culture with authentic cooking classes, traditional dance lessons, and unforgettable visits to historical landmarks during your cruise shore excursions.
A beautiful wooden foyer with luxury seating and shelves filled with fine items
Extend Your Trip with Immersive Pre-Cruise or Post-Cruise Stays
Enjoy the local culture and savor delicious cuisine with pre-cruise or post-cruise stays, ensuring a seamless transition between your land and sea adventures.