21 September 2026 - 01 Oct 2026
11 Days/10 Nights
Constable Pynt - Constable Pynt
You arrive by chartered plane from Keflavik and land at Constable Pynt, the airfield at the head of Hurry Inlet. This area is known for its rich geological history.
Sailing among the glaciers
Enjoy the sights as we sail the glaciated Volquart Boons Coast. You may set out on a Zodiac cruise along one of the shoreline glacier fronts, with your first activity near Månegletcher or Vikingebugt.
Inuit neighborhood of yesteryear
We sail by the east coast of Milne Land among giant icebergs. If possible, we will land at Charcot Havn, walk to the Charcot Glacier, then continue by the Bjørneør and sail to Øfjord.
Mountain-fringed fjord & colossal icebergs
We visit the east entrance of Ø Fjord, one of the most impressive fjords in the world. The fjord is almost 40 nautical miles long, with mountains up to 2,000 meters high and icebergs over depths of more than 1,000 meters. We aim to land at Jyttehavn and hike the tundra. We may also sail into Harefjord, Rypefjord, and Rödefjord, walking into C. Hoffmanhalvöya and on Storö. Near Sydkap, you can see colossal icebergs, some over 100 meters high and more than a kilometer long. At Sakatajik, view the remains of Thule winter houses. If the sky is clear, you might see the aurora borealis.
The tundra of Jameson Land
On the western shores of Jameson Land lies a vast tundra with grazing musk oxen. We will try to land on one of the areas, such as Tyskit Nunat, remembering Alfred Wegener’s efforts to cross Vandreblokken. We may also visit Kap Hooker or a lagoon west of Kap Stewart.
Settlement at Scoresbysund
Today’s stop is Ittoqqortoormiit, the largest settlement in Scoresbysund with about five hundred inhabitants. At the post office, you can buy stamps for your postcards or just stroll around to see the sled dogs and drying skins of seals and musk oxen.
The hikes of Hurry Inlet
In the morning, stop on the south coast of Jameson Land, at a lagoon near Kap Stewart. Here, waders and geese gather for their autumn migration, and musk oxen and collared lemmings survive on the meager vegetation. Further inside Hurry Inlet, you may walk near the head of the fjord and one of the rivers. There is a chance to climb J.P. Koch Fjeld, near Hareelv. Scientists found fossils here linking fish and amphibians from the lower Cretaceous period. Spend the night at anchor off Constable Pynt.
Final call at Constable Pynt
We take the chartered plane from Constable Pynt to Keflavik, taking home memories for a lifetime.
s/v Remvrandt van Rijin
Our three-mast schooner, Rembrandt van Rijn, is ideally suited for expedition cruising among the fjords of Greenland and Spitsbergen.
Specifications
| Passengers: | 33 in 16 cabins |
| Staff & crew: | Crew 10 | Guides 2 |
| Length: | 49,50 meters |
| Breadth: | 6,65 meters (22,9 ft) |
| Draft: | 2,8 meters (8 ft) |
| Ice class: | Suitable to sail in the Svalbard and Greenlandic waters. |
| Displacement: | 435 tonnes |
| Propulsion: | 2 cummins engines together 550 KW |
| Speed: | 6,5 knots average cruising speed |
Cabins Gallery
Ship Interior Gallery
Ship Exterior Gallery
S/V Rembrandt Van Rijn was originally built as a herring lugger in 1947. The vessel was then rebuilt as a three-mast passenger sailing schooner in he Netherlands in 1994, sailing in Spitsbergen (1994 – 1996) and the Galápagos (1998 - 2001). The vessel later underwent a complete rebuilding and refurbishment program until 2011. The communication and navigation equipment has been completely renewed according to the latest SOLAS regulations.
Perfect for expedition cruising among small islands
The ship is well suited for expedition cruising among small islands and offer good open deck viewing areas, also when under sail. The two inflatable rubber crafts (Zodiacs) enable landing and wildlife viewing opportunities in otherwise inaccessible areas.
Comfort and Character
Rembrandt van Rijn measures 49,50 meters in length, 7 meters in width, and has a draft of 2,8 meters. The average cruising speed on engines is 6,5 knots. It has an experienced crew of 12 persons on board including 2 tour guides. The ship can accommodate a maximum of 33 passengers in 16 cabins. It has one Triple Private cabin (with shower and toilet and porthole), six Twin Private Inside cabins (with shower and toilet, no porthole), and nine Twin Private cabins (with shower and toilet and porthole).
Age range & Nationality onboard
Passengers on a typical voyage range from their 30s to their 80s - with a majority usually from 45 - 65, but a little younger on the Rembrandt van Rijn, between 30 - 55. Our expeditions attract independent-minded travellers from around the world. They are characterised by a strong interest in exploring remote regions. The camaraderie and spirit that develops aboard is an important part of the expedition experience. Many departures have several nationalities on board.
Catering
Three simple but good meals of international cuisine per day are served buffet style in the restaurant and is prepared by our cook.
Dress code
In keeping with our expeditions atmosphere, dress on board is informal. Bring casual and comfortable clothing for all activities. Keep in mind that much of the spectacular scenery can be appreciated from the deck, which can be slippery. Bring sturdy shoes with no-slip soles and make sure the parka is never far away in case of the call "Whales!" comes over the loudspeaker and you have to dash outside. Wear layers since it is comfortably warm aboard the ship - and often cold on deck.
Electric Current
The electrical supply aboard the ship is 220 volt 50hz. Electrical outlets are standard European with two thick round pins. U.S. passengers may need a 220v/110v converter.
Excursions & Landings
Every day there will be excursions on land, weather and ice permitting. The landings will take three to six hours per day over untracked areas. According to circumstances (the weather, the ice situation or the passengers´ wishes) the program can sometimes be adjusted. Ample time will be devoted to wildlife, vegetation, geography, and history.
Gratuities
The customary gratuity to the ship's crew and expedition leader is made as a blanket contribution at the end of the voyage. Tipping is a very personal matter and the amount you wish to give is at your discretion. We suggest to give cash in Euros, US Dollars or Danish kroner.
Non-smoking policy
On board our vessels we have a non-smoking policy. It is prohibited to smoke inside the ship. You can smoke in designated ares. Please respect the wishes of non-smokers.
The crew
The crew of the ´Rembrandt van Rijn´ consists of 9 experienced crew and 2 expedition guides and a cook. The sailors are in charge during sailing and will bring us ashore.
Your physical condition
You must be in good general health and you should be able to walk several hours per day. The expedition is ship-based and physically not very demanding. Although we spend as much time as possible ashore, you are welcome to remain aboard the ship if you like. To join most excursions, you must be able to get up and down the ladder from the ship to the water level to board the Zodiacs. Staff will assist you in and out of the boats. This will become progressively easier with practice. Ashore it can be slippery and rocky. You are travelling in remote areas without access to sophisticated medical facilities, so you must not join this expedition if you have a life-threatening condition, or need daily medical treatment.
- An ice-strengthened ship is a ship made of steel. These ships are made to get through the ice at Antarctica and the Arctic. Nowadays, most of the ships that cruise to Antarctica and the Arctic are ice-strengthened ships. Ortelius and Plancius are both are ice-strengthened ships. Ortelius has the highest ice-class notation (UL1 equivalent to 1A) and is therefore very suitable to navigate in solid one-year sea ice and loose multi-year pack ice. Plancius has an ice-class notation of 1D. Icebreakers are needed if there is a trade route to keep ice free, if there are military reasons for patrolling in areas with heavy sea ice or if you need to work in heavy ice conditions, particularly in winter. Icebreakers are expensive to build and very expensive in fuel to run (sometimes powered by gas turbines or a nuclear generator). They are uncomfortable to travel in on the open sea.
- All of our motor vessels have safe deposit boxes in the cabins. These small compartments (height 170mm x width 230mm x depth 170mm) are suitable for such items as phones, passports, keys, and jewelry but are not large enough to store larger items like laptops.
- The currency used on all vessels is the Euro, but you can also pay with USD.
- Aboard Hondius, Ortelius, Plancius, and Rembrandt van Rijn, refreshments and souvenirs will be charged to your cabin. The day before disembarking, you can settle your bill with the hotel manager and pay by Visa or MasterCard, Diners Club/Discover, Union Pay, or cash (Euro or USD). The prices and standard currency on board all of our vessels is the Euro.
- Nuuk is the capital of Greenland. Nuuk is the largest city in the entire country, and it is also the economic and cultural center of Greenland. There are about 17,000 people living in Nuuk, and they enjoy a geographic region that contains mountains and easy access to water. Nuuk has been inhabited since at least 2200 B.C.E., and it was once home to Viking explorers.
- The surface of Greenland is dramatic and spectacular. Heavily indented with numerous fjords, the coast is formed by spectacular high mountains, 2000 meters (6500 feet) high cliffs and innumerable glaciers. The large glaciers produce the huge cathedral-like icebergs that are abundant in the Greenlandic waters. Greenland and its surrounding waters are home to an impressive array of wildlife.
- Our sailing vessels are operated by experienced captains and crew. Passengers are invited to help with the sailing process under crew supervision.
- We reserve the right to apply a fuel surcharge. If a fuel surcharge is applicable, you will be informed. Please see our Terms and Conditions section 4.2 for details.
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