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Welcome to the most pristine region on earth

Sail to the Arctic on the brand-new Ultramarine (and save up to 40%)

After months of staying in, perhaps the greatest gift of all is getting out and seeing icy blue waters set against backdrops of dramatic fjords, witnessing wildlife frolicking in their own polar habitat, and gaining a deeper understanding of cultures that have influenced the way we live today. Join Quark Expeditions in the remote and rugged regions of Greenland and Spitsbergen – and receive up to 40% off when you book through your Virtuoso travel advisor before November 30, 2020.

Featured sailings

Oslo • SPITSBERGEN • SVALBARD

Spitsbergen Highlights (Round-trip from Oslo)

7 Days | Ultramarine departs May 3; May 16; May 21; and June 7, 2021

EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
  • Up to 40% savings
  • Free air and hotel package (Oslo - Longyearbyen - Oslo)
  • All onboard meals
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with dinner
  • Zodiac™ cruising and shore landings
  • Hiking and lectures
  • Complimentary Quark parka
  • Complimentary coffee, tea, and cocoa available around the clock
  • Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with dinner
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS:
  • $250 Polar Boutique shipboard credit per person

Virtuoso Explorer Suite fares FROM $5,396 per person
Book by November 30, 2020
 
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Iceland • Greenland

Greenland Adventure (Round-trip from Reykjavík)

9 Days | Ultramarine departs July 10; July 17; and July 24, 2021

EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
  • Up to 40% savings
  • Free air and hotel package (Reykjavik - Narsarsuaq - Reykjavik)
  • All onboard meals
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with dinner
  • Zodiac™ cruising and shore landings
  • Helicopter flightseeing & heli-hiking experiences
  • Hiking and lectures
  • Complimentary Quark parka
  • Complimentary coffee, tea, and cocoa available around the clock
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS:
  • $250 Polar Boutique shipboard credit per person

Virtuoso Explorer Suite fares FROM $7,084 per person
Book by November 30, 2020
 
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Greenland’s colorful towns and icy surroundings await adventure-seekers from all corners of the globe.
Greenland’s colorful towns and icy surroundings await adventure-seekers from all corners of the globe.

Highlights

ON BOARD
  • Sail on the one-of-a-kind ship, Ultramarine in its inaugural year, equipped with kayaks, mountain bikes, and two twin-engine helicopters

  • Gain insights from a team of experts in the fields of marine biology, history, glaciology, and geology

  • Ultramarine boasts spacious suites and more outdoor wildlife viewing spaces than other expedition ships its size

  • Enjoy chef-prepared meals in the main restaurant located on Deck 5 or choose lighter fare in the Bistro on Deck 7

  • Know that Quark Expeditions is committed to environmentally responsible tourism, protecting the areas they visit through Quark’s Polar Promise initiative

ON SHORE
  • During your journeys through Spitsbergen, have your camera ready in Krossfjord where you’ll witness some of the best glacier calvings in the area, including the very active Lilliehöök Glacier

  • Daily opportunities to see iconic Arctic wildlife such as polar bears, walruses, reindeer, puffins, and more in a small, intimate group with every safety precaution in place

  • While exploring Greenland, visit a scenic village deep in the south, surrounded by several ancient Norse sites and hiking trails.

  • Seize the opportunity to take a helicopter ride with a polar expert or sign up for the overnight glamping experience in the picturesque Tasermiut Fjord

  • After your voyage concludes, choose to extend your stay in Reykjavík to relax in the Blue Lagoon

Expert Tip

Take the Polar Plunge – a thrilling experience scheduled once per voyage where you can jump or cannonball into the icy waters (often from the side of a Zodiac™ or your ship’s gangplank) cheered on, of course, by your fellow passengers and Expedition Team.

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Virtuoso Clients can save 25% off standard cabins and 30% off premium cabins when booking by November 30, 2020. Save an additional 10% if paid in full by November 30, 2020. Free Air/Hotel package in conjunction with listed departure dates.  Offer valid for new bookings as of October 1, 2020 to November 30, 2020 for specified Arctic 2021 departures. Bookings made after the promotion period will not qualify for the savings. Must quote promo code(s) and provide passengers’ full names at time of booking. Rates/savings per person. Only combinable with 10% Pay-in-Full Savings, Reduced Deposit, Shackleton Club past passenger offers and valid gift cards. Applies to voyage full fare only; cabins limited. Not applicable to Transfer Package, Adventure Options, additional hotel accommodation, pre/post tours, insurance, flights, or group bookings. Quark Expeditions® has the right to limit, change or discontinue promotion at any time without notice. Excludes triple cabins. No cash value. Brochure Terms & Conditions apply. 
Promo codes for Spitsbergen Highlights: U.S - VARC21SHL / Canada - VARC21SHLC
Promo codes for Greenland Adventure: U.S - VARC21GAD / Canada - VARC21GADC


See Quark Expeditions terms and conditions for details. All offers and products may not be available in all markets. All prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, in U.S. dollars unless otherwise stated. Fares do not include taxes or other fees unless otherwise stated. Fares, schedules, Virtuoso exclusive amenities, experiences, and benefits are subject to availability, blackout dates, international currency fluctuations, and may change without notice. Virtuoso Voyages benefits are available to the first two guests per stateroom or suite. Virtuoso Voyages shore experiences require a minimum/maximum number of participants and may not be combinable with other offers. Space is limited and other restrictions may apply. See your Virtuoso travel advisor for more details and applicable restrictions. Virtuoso assumes no responsibility for the presentation confirmed within, including errors in pricing. The trademarks VIRTUOSO, the Globe Swirl Logo, SPECIALISTS IN THE ART OF TRAVEL, WANDERLIST, and ORCHESTRATE DREAMS are registered trademarks of Virtuoso, Ltd. Virtuoso, Ltd. has a U.S. copyright registration for the Globe Swirl Logo, ©2000. All rights reserved. California CST# 2069091; TA# 808 – Registered Iowa Travel Agency; Washington UBI # 601 554 183. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. 420137 US/CAN 10/20