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Have you ever wanted to get away, but no just travel someplace and stay in a hotel? Some find that going on an expedition offers an unforgettable experience. Adventure Canada, the leading provider of small-ship expedition travel, is kicking off a new decade by announcing their new and expanded lineup of 2021 European expeditions! Which means the chance has come to embark on the expedition that you’ve been waiting to go on. Take a look at all the new additions they have below.
The Basque Country
From Bilbao to Brest, this exciting new voyage hugs the western coasts of Spain and France to reveal the wonders of Basque Country. One of Europe’s most ancient ethnic groups, the Basque people boasts a history that predates the Romans and speak a language that is considered among the world’s oldest living tongues. This 10-day journey takes us to the heart of Bordeaux, home to some of the most famous wines ever produced. Visit the Teich Ornithological Reserve to spot black-winged stilts, pied avocets and great white herons, and marvel at the hermitage on the islet of Gaztelugatxe, dating back to the 10th century.
Scotland Slowly
Like great Whiskey, Scotland can’t be rushed, and this 11-day expedition from Glasgow to Aberdeen with stops in the Western Isles, Orkney, and the Shetland Islands gets visitors up close to some of the country’s most remote and picturesque destinations. Discover Neolithic Villages and Medieval Castles, as well as quaint, remote fishing villages where time seems to stand still to meet the crofters and fisherfolk who embody Scottish hospitality. Sail alongside the seals and seabirds – puffins included – that abound in the rich waters of the North Atlantic and the North Sea.
Scotland, the Faroe Islands, & Iceland: North Atlantic Saga
Embark on a journey from Aberdeen, Scotland, to the remote and dramatic Faroe Islands and across the North Atlantic to Reykjavik, Iceland in this epic 11-day voyage. Along the way, witness the dramatic plunge of Malafossur Waterfall, one of the world’s most photogenic cataracts, in the village of Gasadalur. Visit Mykine’s Island, designated an Important Bird Area by BirdLife International for its abundance of gannets, puffins and fulmars along with so much more!
Iceland Circumnavigation
Discover the world-class art and exceptional nightlife of Iceland’s capital, Reykjavik, before departing for the remote, otherworldly landscapes that give this island nation its well-deserved nickname—the land of fire and ice—on this 10-day circumnavigation. Active volcanoes, emerging islands, and vast lava fields give way to magnificent geysers, profound glaciers, and colossal waterfalls. Cross the arctic circle to the island of Grimsey, and sail past Surtsey, the world’s youngest island. Sea birds, whales, Viking ruins and some of the most dramatic landscapes on earth make this a paradise for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers.
Iceland to Greenland: In the Wake of the Vikings
Like legendary Norse sailors, guests aboard the Ocean Endeavour depart Reykjavik and sail across the Denmark Strait to the remote, rarely visited the east coast of Greenland on this 12-day adventure. Through waters pulsing with whales, sail deep into breathtaking fjords alive with seabirds, past calving glaciers, and immense icebergs, their crystalline shapes illuminated with iridescent hues. Wander among the Norse ruins at Hvalsey, visit Erik the Red’s former estate, Brtattahild – now a UNESCO World Heritage Site – and bathe in geothermal hot springs north of the Arctic Circle.
Book any of these voyages by June 1, 2020, to save 15% on berth cost. Join Adventure Canada on their 2021 European expeditions!