Expedition Micro Cruise specialist Secret Atlas is shining a spotlight in Greenland this September with an expedition to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the remote settlement Ittoqqortoormiit on September 4. Departing on August 27, 2025, this exclusive Fly and Cruise voyage will offer an intimate group of 12 guests a rare opportunity to participate in a historic milestone for one of the most isolated communities on Earth.
The Ittoqqortoormiit settlement, home to approximately 350 people, was founded in 1925 by 80 Inuit families from Tasiilaq, guided by Danish explorer Ejnar Mikkelsen. This small Arctic town is one of the most remote inhabited places on the planet. Secret Atlas guests will have the unique opportunity to engage with the community, gaining insight into their rich Inuit culture and resilient way of life.
The 14-day Fly and Cruise expedition, titled “Northeast Greenland National Park Micro Cruise,” runs from August 27 to September 9, 2025. Guests will board the classic, ice-strengthened expedition vessel, MV Freya, which provides a level of access and flexibility that larger vessels cannot match. The itinerary is not fixed, allowing experienced expedition leaders to adapt based on wildlife sightings and local conditions, ensuring an intimate and authentic experience.
This voyage represents the ultimate expedition to East Greenland. Guests will experience two natural wonders: the Scoresbysund fjord system—the world’s longest and largest, and the Northeast Greenland National Park. The journey will take travelers through an Arctic landscape of towering icebergs, ancient glaciers, and remote communities. Led by some of the industry’s most experienced expedition leaders and guides, guests can explore the Arctic in both style and comfort aboard MV Freya, which features spacious cabins, home comforts, and multiple viewing decks.
During the expedition, Secret Atlas guests will visit Ittoqqortoormiit and gain insight into this remote community’s culture and lifestyle. For those seeking more than just scenic beauty, the town offers something rare today, genuine authenticity. It’s a place where nature dictates daily life, and ancestral knowledge still leads the way. The remote town is a treasure trove of Inuit traditions. Locals continue to craft tupilaks, spirit figurines carved from bone or tusk, and rely on ancestral subsistence hunting, which remains central to their way of life.
The Xxclusive Northeast Greenland National Park Expedition Micro Cruise includes:
- Exclusive charter flight from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to Constable Point (CNP) in Scoresbysund
- Overnight hotel accommodation
- Dinner upon return to Iceland
- Bespoke meet & greet service at Keflavik
- Extra luggage allowance on the charter flight
This expedition will also be available in summer 2026, offering the same unforgettable experience.
“Our expeditions are about embracing spontaneity and making the most of every opportunity presented to us. By offering the smallest group sizes to both poles, we don’t just visit these incredible destinations, we provide our guests with an intimate experience, giving them a deeper connection to the people and places we visit. The centenary expedition to Ittoqqortoormiit is a unique opportunity for our guests to celebrate this incredible milestone and learn more about their cultural resilience.” said Michele D’Agostino, Co-Founder of Secret Atlas.”
