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SPECIAL OFFER – SAVE £1000 PER PERSON An expedition voyage in the wake of legendary explorers aboard the Ocean Adventurer 10th to 27th September 2019

oin us for an adventure of a lifetime through the famed Northwest Passage; the epic for a northern route Ellesmere J west to silk and spice producing occupied some of the Grise best minds of European civilisation for half a millennium. Beechey GREENLAND Island Croker Bay Since 1576, when Frobisher made the first attempt, ship Resolute after ship searched for this fabled northern route and it Bay was over three hundred years later that triumphantly succeeded in 1906. This expedition traces a passage that conjures a at once tragic and inspiring, a history encompassing hardship, but also courage, determination, and superhuman endurance. Hudson Strait The Northwest Passage still remains an elusive route that few have had the privilegeSugluk of travelling but Bay Diana Bay Akpatok SEA for thousands of years before Europeans set foot here, indigenous people survived and prosperedIsland under some of the harshest conditions on . These cultures remain vital and resilient today, closelyHopedale Rigolet linked with the and local wildlife and during this voyage, we will haveChurchill the opportunity to interact Battle Harbour with these fascinating people, the original expertsCANADA on Arctic survival. Red Bay Norris Point Our journey begins in Canada from where we voyage into the Canadian Arctic, making our way CANADA through this remote wilderness to the heart of the NorthwestPrince Albert Passage. Follow in the wake of St.19th Lawrence River

Saskatoon century explorers into a world of towering mountains, deep and tumbling into theTadoussac sea Regina – and abundant wildlife on every shore. We then make our way toWinnipeg Greenland cruising amidst of all hues, shapes and sizes and utilising the onboard Zodiacs, we will cruise along vast glacial frontsMontreal looking for , and seals. Duluth USA UNITED STA TES OF AMERICA Minneapolis St Paul Only a select and small number of vessels have the attributes, such as an ice-strengthened hull,Toronto neededLake Ontario to make the journey through the Northwest Passage and we are delighted to be working with our US associates, Quark Expeditions, who have made some cabins available to us for this expedition aboard the Ocean Adventurer. Having recently undergone an extensive refurbishment, the vessel offers a high level of service as well as comfortable surroundings, spacious cabins and public areas. In keeping with the expeditionary nature of the cruise, there is a convivial atmosphere on board and the expedition team will take care of the day to day events with expertise and a sense of adventure. www.noble-caledonia.co.uk

Thule archaeological site

Beechey Island Birds at Ilulissat Humpback

The eastern end of Lancaster are a significant part of their Expedition Highlights Sound affords numerous way of life. Visit the monument to opportunities on . We the first settlers, as well as the • Voyage through the Northwest Passage, one of the last great frontiers will anchor at Croker Bay, where we remnants of the “old camp” where • Visit traditional Inuit and Greenlandic communities will Zodiac cruise along the face they lived. • Opportunity to view Arctic wildlife such as , walrus and of an active . We will try to musk oxen keep a safe distance but hope to Days 7 & 8 Smith Sound. Before get close enough to appreciate the saying goodbye to Canada, we • Explore the , a UNESCO World Heritage Site splendour of calving ice. Walrus will try to cruise as far as • Zodiac cruising to get up close to the spectacular scenery frequent the waters here, so be possible, exploring both sides sure to have your camera handy. of Smith Sound, the uninhabited A hike to a nearby archaeological passage between site is another possible excursion. and Greenland. At Dundas Harbour, trek along The Itinerary a beach to a former Royal Day 9 Qaanaaq, Greenland. Our Please note that flexibility is informative. Named after explorer Canadian Mounted Police outpost. first stop in Greenland is Qaanaaq, key to a successful expedition Frederick William Beechey, of the Encounters with musk oxen are formerly known as , one through the Northwest Passage. Royal Navy, Beechey Island is a possible here. of the northernmost towns in Although we have outlined an Canadian National Historic Site. the world (the reason ancient itinerary below, this is only a It is an important stop on our Canada’s most northern settlement, philosophers called it Ultima Thule, preliminary plan, the exact voyage, as this is the final resting Grise Fjord will be our final or “edge of known ”). route will depend on ice, weather place of three members of Sir shore visit in the Canadian High Here, local Inuit share their culture conditions and the wildlife we ’s ill-fated 1845-46 Arctic. Now home to about 150 and traditions, and the museum encounter. expedition to find the Northwest residents, the traditional, mostly sheds light on what it is like living Passage. The graves, on a remote Inuit community was created in near the top of the world. Day 1 London to , Canada. windswept beach, were discovered 1953 when the federal government Fly by scheduled direct flight in 1851 by the crew of British and resettled eight Inuit families from Day 10 At Sea. As we sail south from London to Ottawa. Upon American vessels searching for northern Quebec. and along the west of Greenland, arrival, transfer to our hotel for an signs of Franklin’s lost expedition. overnight stay. Radstock Bay is a popular research Day 2 Ottawa to Resolute. After location for observing polar breakfast at the hotel, transfer to bears, which are often seen here the airport for our charter flight to in summer. An impressive Thule Resolute. Upon arrival, we will have archaeological site provides insight the chance to walk around this into how these pre-Inuit people small Arctic town before enjoying lived in the . For almost the first of many Zodiac cruises as 5000 years, the hamlet of Arctic Bay we are transferred to the Ocean and its surrounding has been Adventurer. occupied by Inuit nomads migrating from the west. Surrounded by Days 3 to 6 Exploring Canada’s soaring cliffs teeming with , High Arctic. Remote and rich this is a great spot to go ashore and in history, the Canadian High learn about the Inuit community’s Glacier, Ilulissat Arctic is as awe-inspiring as it is traditional way of life. Walrus

Humpback Whale

Sisimiut

Exploring by Zodiac

presentations by the onboard National Museum in . Cruising take time to wander through the more Zodiac ride to shore, where experts will prepare us for the farther south rewards us with historic area. We will also have you will board the charter flight adventures that lie ahead. spectacular views of Eqip Sermia; a chance to hike amongst the back to Ottawa. Upon arrival in the jagged, blue-tinged glacier area’s surrounding mountains. Ottawa, we transfer to our hotel for Days 11 to 15 Exploring West soaring out of the crystal-clear Situated in a scenic hollow on a an overnight stay and an evening Greenland. With spectacular water is one of the most beautiful small island with no fresh water, at leisure. glaciers, soaring fjords and vibrant sights in Greenland, and we hope the colourful community of , communities, the west coast of to Zodiac cruise along its massive which has about 130 inhabitants, is Day 17 Ottawa to London. After Greenland will leave you lost for front from a safe distance. We may surrounded by sea, mountains and breakfast, check out of our hotel words. Nuussuaq (formerly known also go ashore to explore nearby. fjords. The final excursion of your and enjoy a tour in Ottawa before as Kraulshavn) is the only mainland Arctic adventure may be a hike having lunch and transferring to community in the Just south of Ilulissat, which means around Itilleq Fjord. the airport for our scheduled direct Archipelago. Founded in 1923 as “” in Greenlandic, is the flight back to London. a trading station, it is one of the impressive Ilulissat Icefjord. This Day 16 Kangerlussuaq to Ottawa, most traditional hunting and fishing UNESCO World Heritage Site is Canada. After breakfast aboard our Day 18 London. Arrive this villages in Greenland. home to Sermeq , the most vessel, disembark and enjoy one morning. productive glacier in the northern It is not surprising that the red- hemisphere. As we Zodiac cruise hued, heart-shaped mountain at the mouth of the fjord, we may Prices per person that rises up behind be lucky to witness the wonders of Based on double occupancy gave the traditional community calving ice (listen to the loud roars its name (Uummannaq means as the ice breaks off). Founded SPECIAL OFFER – SAVE £1000 PER PERSON “heart-like” in Greenlandic). As our in 1741, the traditional town of for a limited time only Ilulissat, which boasts more sled ship approaches the shore, you will Cabin/Suite Category Deck Brochure Price Special Offer Price want to be on deck to take in the dogs than people, is famous in its Twin Cabin Lower On Request On Request incredible view of the twin peaks own right: it was the birthplace of Triple cabin Main On Request On Request towering over the vibrantly painted explorer , the first Twin cabin (porthole) Main £14495 £13495 wooden houses dotting the rocky to traverse the Northwest Passage Twin cabin (window) Main £14995 £13995 terrain below. The settlement was by dogsled, in the early 1920s. Superior cabin Upper & Captain’s £15995 £14995 established as a Danish Hikes here lead out to stunning Deluxe cabin Captain’s £17295 £16295 in 1758 on the mainland, but it views of the young icebergs as they Suite Captain’s £18795 £17795 relocated five years later because float out of the fjord to Disko Bay. Owner’s suite Bridge On Request On Request was more plentiful Twin cabin (porthole) for sole use Main £22995 £21995 here. In Sisimiut, you will be treated to a traditional kayaking demonstration. PRICE INCLUDES: Economy class scheduled air travel • Charter In the nearby archaeological The (an Inuit word that the flights from Ottawa to Resolute and Kangerlussuaq to Ottawa • Two site of Qilaqitsoq (also known as English borrowed) is Greenland’s nights hotel accommodation in Ottawa on a bed and breakfast basis ), we will visit the ruins national symbol and can be • 14 nights aboard the Ocean Adventurer on a full board basis • Soft of an ancient settlement, where traced back to the ’s first drinks with lunch and dinner and beer & wine with dinner • Shore the remains of eight fully dressed immigrants, who used vessels excursions • Expedition team • Noble Caledonia Tour Manager mummies were discovered under that resemble the narrow one • Gratuities • Lunch on day 17 in Ottawa • Transfers • Port taxes a rock outcrop in 1972 by a pair of or two-person boats. The town • Complimentary parka jacket. hunters. The famous Greenlandic has several 18th century colonial Not Included: Travel insurance, electronic visa waiver form, meals mummies, which date back to 1475 buildings, including the oldest Glacier, Ilulissat other than those specified. AD, are on view at the Greenland surviving church in Greenland, so

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Polar Boutique Superior Cabin OCEAN ADVENTURER For this expedition to the Northwest Passage we are working with our associates at Quark Expeditions and the charming Ocean Adventurer. Formerly known as Sea Adventurer, the vessel underwent a multi-million- renovation in 2017 and was renamed Ocean Adventurer. The vessel is perfect for this being large enough to provide stability, speed, spacious cabins and ample public space, yet small enough to manoeuvre in remote areas. The Ocean Adventurer is fitted with the most up to date technical enhancements, including two new Rolls Royce engines, for increased fuel efficiency and a minimised footprint.

Your Cabin/Suite The Ocean Adventurer offers 65 cabins across five of its decks. There are a range of cabins and suites available and all feature outside views (porthole or window), en-suite bathroom with shower, individual temperature control, hairdryer, bathrobes and a selection of toiletries. The cabins range in size from 11 square metres for one of the Lower Deck twin cabins to 20 square metres for the suites.

Your Space Spread over six decks, the ship features a variety of public areas and facilities that will ensure you remain comfortable and relaxed throughout your journey. The ship’s dining room, main lounge and lecture area, boutique shop selling souvenir and practical items plus the reception area can all be found on the Upper Deck. There is also a gym on the Main Deck and the library can be found on the Captain’s Deck together with the medical clinic. Finally, the Observation Deck and forward lounge provide ample opportunity to observe and take in the majestic surroundings of the Northwest Passage. Suite Main Lounge

Bridge Dining Room

Your Dining deck plan Meals are taken in the vessel’s single-sitting Dining OBSERVATION DECK Room located on the ship’s Upper Deck. Breakfasts and lunch tend to be buffet style and dinner a served affair. While precise mealtimes may vary to ensure you have every possible opportunity to FUNNEL make the most of whatever may cross the ship’s path at the time, be it a pod of beluga whales or other indigenous species that congregate in these waters, the cuisine itself will not be compromised BRIDGE DECK and you can be certain that the three meals provided each day, plus complimentary soft drinks 510 and afternoon snacks, will be both plentiful and of 512 BRIDGE the highest quality. 511

For your comfort, safety and security The Ocean Adventurer is equipped with GPS, CAPTAIN’S DECK radar and other equipment essential for travel through the Northwest Passage. The ship’s expedition team are specialists in the , CLINIC 402 400 404 406 408 POLAR having travelled here extensively and the vessel is LIBRARY 403 401 fully certified and adheres to all health and safety 405 407 409 measurements required by the governing bodies. The ship was recently equipped with new engines UPPER DECK and other safety technology and, in the event of PURSER’S OFFICE emergency, there is access to 24-hour care from the ship’s doctor. 304 CLIPPER CLUB 302 300 WC DINING ROOM EL MAIN LOUNGE OFFICE WC POLAR Life On Board BOUTIQUE The atmosphere on board is informal and time is 311 309 307 305 303 301 often spent out on deck keeping watch for wildlife RECEPTION or admiring the spectacular view. The onboard MAIN DECK crew offer excellent service and, in addition, the 8 6 4 2 ZODIAC 0 1 1 1 1 1 22 8 22 6 22 4 22 2 22 0 2 2 2 BOARDING 2 expedition team will enrich your experience with ROOM 2 20 8 20 6 20 4 20 2 their knowledge of the region. Through a lecture 20 0 programme and shore expeditions, they will share

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their expertise and passion with you. After a day of 9 1 1 BOARDING 1 1 20 9 20 7 2 2 2 22 1 23 1 2 ROOM 22 9 22 7 22 3 exploration ashore, you will return to the comfort 22 5 of a sophisticated ship with a friendly crew and informal atmosphere. LOWER DECK 8 2 0 6 4 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 2 0 0 1 During this voyage you will 1 be visiting out of the way 3 destinations and will be 1 0 0 7 5 1 1 9 0 0 0 1 accompanied by an expedition 1 11 1 1 team. Landings and excursions will be made by Zodiac landing craft. This cruise will appeal to the more adventurous OWNER’S SUITE DELUXE SUPERIOR and those who enjoy the natural world. SUITE MAIN DECK MAIN DECK LOWER DECK TRIPLE TWIN WINDOW TWIN PORTHOLE TWIN

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