Some places ask more of you — and give more back in return. East Greenland is one of them.

Scoresby Sound, the largest fjord system on Earth, is a landscape of scale and silence: icebergs drifting through still water, mountains rising straight from the sea, and a sense of remoteness so complete it recalibrates your inner compass.

Traditionally, reaching this part of the Arctic has required long expeditions and long stretches of time.

But a new series of 8-day expeditions in Greenland summer 2026 aboard a traditionally rigged three masted tall ship offer something quietly radical: a way to experience East Greenland in a highly immersive way, even if you’ve only got a week.

Deep Arctic, Compressed in Time — Not in Experience

Rather than skimming the Arctic from above or racing through on a cruise schedule, these expeditions fly directly from Iceland to the edge of East Greenland and begin where the wilderness truly takes over — under sail.

For travellers balancing work, family and curiosity, a single week becomes enough. Enough to sail through ice-filled fjords, land ashore in untouched landscapes, hike beneath towering granite walls and scan distant slopes for musk oxen and Arctic hare. The experience is concentrated, but never rushed — a rare case where less time does not mean less depth.

Why One Week Can Still Feel Expansive

There’s confidence in an expedition designed for people who don’t have endless weeks, but still want something real. Fewer locations, more presence. Fewer logistics, more immersion.

Without the pressure of ticking boxes, days open up. The Arctic sets the pace, not a schedule. For those who are used to moving quickly elsewhere in life, this slowing down can feel like a reset.

Life on a Tall Ship in Polar Waters

At the heart of the journey is a traditionally rigged expedition vessel built for high-latitude sailing. Life on board is simple and communal: route planning over breakfast, binoculars always close, shared meals and long conversations as the light changes outside.

Comfort is considered, not excessive — good food, a warm saloon, and the deep pleasure of a sauna after cold days ashore.

The Vessel: Tradition, Purpose and Polar Pedigree

The ship herself is part of the experience. Traditionally rigged and purpose-built for high-latitude exploration, she blends the romance of classic tall-ship sailing with the strength and practicality required for Arctic waters.

Under sail, she moves quietly through the fjords, deepening the sense of connection to place; at anchor, she becomes a warm, communal base at the edge of the map. Inside, shared spaces are bright and welcoming rather than ornate, designed for conversation, learning and recovery after long days ashore.

And yes — there’s a sauna on board: a small but glorious luxury that becomes a daily ritual after cold Arctic hikes and zodiac landings.

This is not a floating hotel, but a capable expedition vessel that rewards curiosity, teamwork and respect for the environment she sails through.

Perspective That Lasts Longer Than the Week

There’s a saying among those who’ve been: life before Greenland, and life after. A week here won’t show you everything — but it will show you enough to change how you see scale, silence and your place within it.

For those who are time-poor but crave an adventure-rich life, that might be exactly the point.

Check out the trip details and make an enquiry today!