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Join a sailing adventure on a Tall Ship and set course for new horizons!

Reykjavik (IS) - Nuuk (GL)

01 June - 22 June 2027

21 days, Tecla

From € 4950,-

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15-25 years: € 4950,-
26+: € 5500,-

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Tecla:
Reykjavik (IS) - Nuuk (GL)

01 June - 22 June 2027

A crossing and exploration of Greenland. Board the Tecla in Iceland and setting off into the Greenland Sund – the stretch of ocean that separates Iceland from Greenland. Often, a persistent band of fog marks the boundary between these two worlds. When it finally lifts, the first icebergs reveal themselves on the horizon. The East Coast of Greenland is wild and dramatic, largely uninhabited and full of wildlife like whales, seals, and polar bears. Choose from one of many secluded anchorages tucked away in fjords and between steep coasts. The highlights include Ikerasassuaq, Prins Christian Sund, where mountains towering over 1500 meters rise from either side; as well as archeological sites of Brattahlid, Ikigait and Hvalsey Church. After exploring inland, a soothing dip in a nearby hot spring may be just the thing. The final part of the voyage will carry you deeper into a labyrinth of fjords and inshore channels that seem endless. The small, colourful settlements bustle with life during summer. Your journey concludes in Nuuk, a bright and welcoming capital. It is well worth staying an extra day or two, so consider booking a hotel after disembarkation. The National Museum offers an excellent exhibition on the Thule and Dorset cultures, and the city’s surrounding hills provide countless rewarding hikes.
Open for all Windseekers, minimum age 15 years.

Ports

Reykjavík is the capital of Iceland. As you approach from the sea, you’ll sea a modern city skyline with snowy volcanic mountains in the background. Reykjavík is quite cosmopolitan, with plenty of culture and entertainment. Go for a night on the town, or find a tour that takes you to see the glaciers, geysers, and volcanoes for which Iceland is famous. Reykjavík’s climate is less cold than you’d expect. At Nauthólsvík you’ll even find a geothermically heated beach!

Nuuk is the capital of Greenland and, with over 17,000 inhabitants its largest city. The earliest settlements date back to 2200 BC. In the 10th century Nuuk was inhabited by the Vikings and shortly after by Innuit people. Visit the Greenland National Museum and Archives, Katuaq Cultural Centre, Nuuk Art Museum and the Cathedral, and enjoy strolling around town and taking in its unique architecture.

  • Reykjavik (IS)

  • Nuuk (GL)

Key points

  • Dates: 1 June 2027 - 22 June 2027
  • Embarkation: 18:00 / Disembarkation: 10:00
  • For Windseekers of all ages, minimum age 15 years
  • Windseekers joining: maximum 16
  • No sailing experience required!
  • Official language on board: English
  • Price includes: accommodation and meals, excludes drinks at the bar
  • Price excludes transportation costs to-and from the ports. Our travel counsellor can advise you and book your transfers
  • This booking is covered by EOC Verzekeringsadvies BV (instead of Windseeker's usual STO Garant).
  • Windseekers need to have a health insurance and a travel insurance
  • All bedding and towels are provided on board

  • "I loved the cooperation between all of us young sailors when we sailed the Ship."

    Kaarny (24), Norway

You sail on the Tecla

Tecla
Shipping type: Ketch
Homeport: Winkel (NL)
Date built: 1915
Trainees: 16
Length: 38
Height of mast: 23
Sail: 380m2

One of the most splendid traditional sailing ships. This solid, authentic-rigged ship is not only one of the most beautiful herring loggers, but also a very good sailor. Tecla has won several prizes during the Tall Ships Races and Regattas. …

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Windseeker logs

  • The Sustainability of Sailing

    Windseeker, 23 February 2023

    – by Anna Gudarowska

    While sailing isn't immune to environmental impacts, we're setting a course for eco-conscious practices on board. In this exploration, we dive into the reasons why sailing and sustainability are intricately intertwined. From harnessing the wind's renewable energy to cultivating a …

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  • Sunday at Sea – Cape Horn Ceremony

    Europa

    At Sea

    – by Deckhand Pelle

    Sailing is fun! But so can be sitting on your bum! The professional sailors of Europa have one thing in common, they can't seem to sit still, probably because there is always something to do. From changing sheets to mending …

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This Journey is not covered by the STO Garant guarantee.