THE PHOTOGRAPHIC JOURNEY
Go beyond the view
Photograph Greenland's glaciers, fjords and coastlines alongside the Faroe Islands' cliffs, villages and island life. Weather, sea conditions and local access affect sailing, landings and photography arrangements.
About the route
Greenland and the Faroe Islands Rodebay | Eqi Glacier | Disko Island | Kuannit | Ikamiut | Ilulissat Kallur Lighthouse | Golden Circle | Vágar Greenland offers glaciers, icebergs, fjords and coasts. Walks, sailing, whale watching and kayaking follow the arrangements confirmed for your departure. In the Faroes, photograph cliffs, waterfalls, villages and island life. Weather changes quickly; walks and photography must comply with access, land-use and permission rules.
The journey in pictures
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PHOTOGRAPHY LEADERS
A different way of seeing
Owen Ou
Graduated from the Photography Department of South China Normal University in 2009. Specializes in landscapes, property environments and commercial portraiture. He has worked with the Shenzhen procuratorate, land bureau, Shenzhen Library, cultural centers, China Merchants Bank, Standard Chartered, Agricultural Bank of China, China Telecom, China Mobile, Guosen Securities, Topway Video, and BMW and Porsche owners' clubs. Photography journeys He regularly leads organizations and photography schools on trips to the Balkans, Iceland, Germany, Greenland, Cuba, South Korea, Canada, Kenya, Laos, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Morocco, Mexico, Namibia, Nepal, Japan, Chiang Mai, Tanzania, Turkey, Uganda, Semporna and New Zealand. Chinese destinations include Anhui, Beijing, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Henan, Hunan, Jiangxi, Inner Mongolia, Shanghai, Sichuan, Suzhou, Hong Kong, Xinjiang, Yunnan and Zhejiang. Selected awards Outstanding Work award at the 2009 Pingyao International Photography Festival; silver in the art category of the 2014 Guangdong provincial exhibition; gold in the monochrome category of the 2014 Al-Thani International Photography Competition; Zeyida Photography Club's 2022 Outstanding Instructor award and a 2023 instructor appointment issued in 2022; Fujifilm's 2022–23 Club Gardener Award, received in 2023.
THE DAYS AHEAD
A rhythm shaped by light
DAY 01Jul 30 · America/NuukDay 1: July 30 — Meet up
Itinerary: Meet at the designated airport and take an international flight to Copenhagen. Accommodation: On the plane Meals: Not included
DAY 02Jul 31 · America/NuukDay 2: July 31 — Arrive in Copenhagen
Flights: Hong Kong–Dubai EK381/00:35/04:20 Dubai–Copenhagen EK151/08:20/13:15 Meals: Breakfast (hotel), lunch (on the plane), dinner (shared expense, paid separately) Accommodation: Four-star hotel in Copenhagen
DAY 03Aug 1 · America/NuukDay 3: August 1 — Copenhagen–Faroe Islands (Tórshavn)
Flights: Copenhagen–Faroe Islands RC453/12:25/13:40 Itinerary: After breakfast, take an international flight to the Faroe Islands. In the afternoon, take a boat to photograph the Drangarnir sea arch. After the shoot, check into the hotel and rest. Meals: Breakfast (hotel), lunch (on the plane), dinner (shared expense, paid separately) Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn (4-star)
DAY 04Aug 2 · America/NuukDay 4: August 2 — Northern Islands–Kallur Lighthouse
Itinerary: Today we explore the northern islands of the Faroes. First, visit charming Borðoy. Then take a ferry to Kalsoy, which the itinerary describes as home to Klaksvík, the Faroes' second-largest city after Tórshavn. Explore the picturesque village of Trøllanes amid rolling meadows. Hike along undulating mountain paths to one of the North Atlantic's most secluded lighthouses, Kallur Lighthouse, a filming location for the James Bond 007 film No Time to Die. We also look for Bond's gravestone and experience the film's distinctive atmosphere. Kalsoy lies in the northern Faroes between Eysturoy and Kunoy, a charming, unspoiled island. Surrounding peaks create a unique and breathtaking mountain landscape. Four ancient fishing villages are scattered across it, one of the more densely populated parts of the Faroes and an important representative of local culture and traditions. Its long cultural history remains, including Kalsoy Church and three famous symbols of ancient culture and tradition: pirates, a beluga-whale skeleton arch, and the Kópakonan Seal Woman statue. For nature and culture lovers, Kalsoy is an ideal destination. On the return journey, photograph Klaksvík, the second-largest town. Meals: Breakfast (hotel), lunch (simple meal), dinner (shared expense, paid separately) Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn (4-star)
DAY 05Aug 3 · America/NuukDay 5: August 3 — Golden Circle
Itinerary: Today take the Faroes' renowned Golden Circle route, linking colorful villages and introducing authentic, unpretentious customs and atmosphere. The route centres on three of the oldest and most beautiful villages on Eysturoy and northern Streymoy: Tjørnuvík, Saksun, and Gjógv. A narrow strait separates Eysturoy and Streymoy. Driving winding mountain roads along both sides of the fjord, admire mountains, villages, and waterfalls across the water, plus salmon farms in the sea. Immerse yourself in pastoral scenery, winding coastlines, steep mountains and cliffs, and Fossá, the Faroes' tallest waterfall. This region has around 66 separate peaks. The highest, Slættaratindur, rises to 880 meters. Deep valleys divide the summits, and from high up, all the Faroese islands can be seen. Meals: Breakfast (hotel), lunch (simple meal), dinner (shared expense, paid separately) Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn (4-star)
DAY 06Aug 4 · America/NuukDay 6: August 4 — Vágar–Lake above the Ocean
Itinerary: Today visit one of the Faroes' distinctive sights, Drangarnir, two sea stacks between Vágar and the islet of Tindhólmur. Travel there by boat. Their beauty lies in a unique, dramatic setting: two rock formations rise from the North Atlantic's clear blue water, making the location popular with photographers and nature lovers. Weather permitting, return to Vágar by boat. Then head to Miðvágur and hike to the famous lake above the ocean, admiring spectacular sea cliffs and Bøsdalafossur waterfall as it plunges into the sea. Meals: Breakfast (hotel), lunch (simple meal), dinner (shared expense, paid separately) Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn (4-star)
DAY 07Aug 5 · America/NuukDay 7: August 5 — Other northern islands–Lighthouse
Meals: Breakfast (hotel), lunch (simple meal), dinner (shared expense, paid separately) Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn (4-star)
DAY 08Aug 6 · America/NuukDay 8: August 6 — Faroe Islands–Copenhagen
Flight: Faroe Islands–Copenhagen RC456/14:30/17:35 Itinerary: After a delicious breakfast this morning, a private vehicle takes you to Vágar International Airport for the afternoon flight back to Copenhagen. Meals: Breakfast (hotel), lunch (on the plane), dinner (shared expense, paid separately) Accommodation: Four-star hotel in Copenhagen
DAY 09Aug 7 · America/NuukDay 9: August 7 — Arrive in Copenhagen; full-day photography
Meals: Breakfast (hotel), lunch (on the plane), dinner (shared expense, paid separately) Accommodation: Four-star hotel in Copenhagen
DAY 10Aug 8 · America/NuukDay 10: August 8 — Copenhagen–Ilulissat
Flights: Copenhagen–Nuuk GL779/08:20/10:10 Nuuk–Ilulissat GL272/11:50/14:00 Itinerary: Fly to Ilulissat, check into the hotel on arrival, and hike along the ice fjord in the evening. Meals: Breakfast (hotel), lunch (on the plane), dinner (shared expense, paid separately) Accommodation: Three-star hotel in Ilulissat
DAY 11Aug 9 · America/NuukDay 11: August 9 — Embarkation
Itinerary: Optional helicopter flight in the morning (at your own expense); photograph the midnight sun in the evening. Meals: Breakfast (hotel), lunch (on board), dinner (included) Accommodation: On board
DAY 12Aug 10 · America/NuukDay 12: August 10 — Rodebay Fishing Village–Eqi Glacier
Itinerary: Photograph the ice fjord in the morning, visit the small fishing village of Rodebay at midday, and photograph Eqi Glacier toward evening. Meals: Breakfast (hotel), lunch (on board), dinner (on board) Accommodation: On board
DAY 13Aug 11 · America/NuukDay 13: August 11 — Eqi Glacier
Itinerary: Hike to Eqi Glacier in the morning and enjoy a rafting activity in the afternoon. Photograph the glacier at dusk and have a barbecue in the evening. Meals: Breakfast (on board), lunch (on board), dinner (on board) Accommodation: On board
DAY 14Aug 12 · America/NuukDay 14: August 12 — Glaciers
Itinerary: Travel to the southern and northern glaciers for photography, then arrive at the small fishing village of Saqqaq for another shoot. Meals: Breakfast (on board), lunch (on board), dinner (on board) Accommodation: On board
DAY 15Aug 13 · America/NuukDay 15: August 13 — Disko Island–Kuannit
Itinerary: Visit Disko Island for photography in the morning, then head to Kuannit in the afternoon to photograph the volcanic landscape. Meals: Breakfast (on board), lunch (on board), dinner (on board) Accommodation: On board
DAY 16Aug 14 · America/NuukDay 16: August 14 — Ikamiut
Itinerary: Travel to Ikamiut to photograph whales. Meals: Breakfast (on board), lunch (on board), dinner (on board) Accommodation: On board
DAY 17Aug 15 · America/NuukDay 17: August 15 — Return voyage
Itinerary: Sail back to Ilulissat and photograph the midnight sun in the evening. Meals: Breakfast (on board), lunch (on board), dinner (on board) Accommodation: On board
DAY 18Aug 16 · America/NuukDay 18: August 16 — Ilulissat–Copenhagen
Flights: Ilulissat–Nuuk GL595/12:00/13:25 Nuuk–Copenhagen GL782/14:30/22:00 Itinerary: Leave Greenland and fly to Copenhagen. Check into the hotel on arrival. Meals: Breakfast (hotel), lunch (on the plane), dinner (on the plane) Accommodation: Four-star hotel in Copenhagen
DAY 19Aug 17 · America/NuukDay 19: August 17 — Copenhagen–Dubai
Flights: Copenhagen–Dubai EK152/15:35/23:45 Itinerary: Head to the airport at the designated time for your international return flight, concluding an enjoyable photography journey.
DAY 20Aug 18 · America/NuukDay 20: August 18 — Arrive home
Flight: Dubai–Hong Kong EK382/03:15/15:25
Trip staff
- Photography leader · Owen Ou
- Up to 12 travelers
- IncludedDriver and guide tips in Greenland;
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Photography leader · Owen Ou Up to 12 travelers Included · Driver and guide tips in Greenland; Excluded · Driver and guide tips in the Faroe Islands: EUR 20 per person per day;
Transport
- IncludedAir-conditioned vehicles throughout;
- ExcludedRound-trip international airfare and taxes between participants' departure points and Copenhagen;
- ExcludedRound-trip airfare and taxes from Copenhagen to the Faroe Islands and from Copenhagen to Greenland;
Travel details and reference schedules
The instructor's outbound and return flights are: [Outbound] July 31: Hong Kong–Dubai EK381/00:35/04:20 July 31: Dubai–Copenhagen EK151/08:20/13:15 August 1: Copenhagen–Faroe Islands RC453/12:25/13:40 [Intermediate sectors] August 8: Copenhagen–Nuuk GL779/08:20/10:10 August 8: Nuuk–Ilulissat GL272/11:50/14:00 [Return] August 16: Ilulissat–Nuuk GL595/12:00/13:25 August 16: Nuuk–Copenhagen GL782/14:30/22:00 August 17: Copenhagen–Dubai EK152/15:35/23:45 August 18: Dubai–Hong Kong EK382/03:15/15:25 Before booking transport, please confirm the departure and travel arrangements through this website.
Photography
- IncludedUnlimited aurora, sunrise, and sunset photography outings, with no night-time or overtime surcharge;
- IncludedServices of excellent local Chinese- and English-speaking photography guides throughout;
- IncludedPhotography instruction and service fees for the accompanying instructor throughout;
Photography details
About the route Greenland and the Faroe Islands Rodebay | Eqi Glacier | Disko Island | Kuannit | Ikamiut | Ilulissat Kallur Lighthouse | Golden Circle | Vágar Greenland offers glaciers, icebergs, fjords and coasts. Walks, sailing, whale watching and kayaking follow the arrangements confirmed for your departure. In the Faroes, photograph cliffs, waterfalls, villages and island life. Weather changes quickly; walks and photography must comply with access, land-use and permission rules.
Accommodation
- 19 nights
- IncludedCruise accommodation or standard twin rooms at local four-star hotels or the best local hotels;
- ExcludedSingle cabins cannot be arranged for the Greenland cruise portion. The single-room supplement for 9 nights in the Faroe Islands and Copenhagen is EUR 1,200;
Meals
- IncludedMeals marked in the itinerary;
- IncludedDrinking water supplied per person daily; waste is not permitted.
- ExcludedMeals marked as self-funded in the itinerary;
Visa
- ExcludedTourist visa and visa service fees (the organizing team can handle applications on your behalf);
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Included
1. Cruise accommodation or standard twin rooms at local four-star hotels or the best local hotels;
2. Air-conditioned vehicles throughout;
3. Meals marked in the itinerary;
4. Unlimited aurora, sunrise, and sunset photography outings, with no night-time or overtime surcharge;
5. Driver and guide tips in Greenland;
6. Services of excellent local Chinese- and English-speaking photography guides throughout;
7. Photography instruction and service fees for the accompanying instructor throughout;
8. International travel insurance with high coverage;
9. Drinking water supplied per person daily; waste is not permitted.
Not included
1. Round-trip international airfare and taxes between participants' departure points and Copenhagen;
2. Round-trip airfare and taxes from Copenhagen to the Faroe Islands and from Copenhagen to Greenland;
3. Meals marked as self-funded in the itinerary;
4. Tourist visa and visa service fees (the organizing team can handle applications on your behalf);
5. Driver and guide tips in the Faroe Islands: EUR 20 per person per day;
6. Single cabins cannot be arranged for the Greenland cruise portion. The single-room supplement for 9 nights in the Faroe Islands and Copenhagen is EUR 1,200;
7. Other additional service fees not listed;
8. Any other additional expenses not expressly listed under inclusions;
9. In exceptional circumstances involving force majeure, such as natural disasters, war, strikes, airline delays or cancellations, or consular visa delays, the organizing team reserves the right to cancel or alter the itinerary. Additional costs, including visa extensions abroad, accommodation, meals, transportation, or national airfare adjustments, may be charged at cost. We will nevertheless do everything within our ability to minimize participants' losses.
Single-room supplements, additional local expenses and the final total must be confirmed in writing.
BEFORE YOU GO
What to know before you go
Availability and booking
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Trip information
[Transport] 1. Flights arranged by the organizing team use economy-class group tickets. Before tickets are issued, check the airline's rules for changes and refunds. 2. Flight, road and boat journey times may vary with conditions on the day. 3. The airlines and flight times listed are for guidance only. Flight changes may require minor adjustments to the itinerary. Please follow the final trip details sent before departure. [Accommodation] The total is based on two people sharing a room. We'll try to match solo travelers with a roommate of the same gender. If you prefer not to share, or no roommate is available, you must pay a single supplement for your own room. [Group meals] We aim to serve meals suited to Chinese tastes. We make sure everyone has enough to eat. [Photography] 1. Photography sessions follow the itinerary, but conditions on the day may affect how long we spend at each location. 2. Read the itinerary carefully and choose a trip that suits your health and circumstances. Skipping part of the itinerary for health or other personal reasons, or choosing not to use the arranged accommodation or transport, counts as voluntary withdrawal from those arrangements. You are responsible for your own safety while not taking part in the itinerary. 3. Stay with the group during photography sessions unless you have permission to leave. This does not apply during free time. The organizing team is not responsible for accidents that occur while you are away from the group. 4. Typhoons, blizzards or other events beyond our control may require changes to the itinerary. [Fuel surcharges] The organizing team reserves the right to adjust the amount payable if fluctuations in global oil markets lead to a substantial rise in fuel surcharges. If the team can absorb the increase, the amount payable will remain unchanged. [Before departure] 1. We'll send your final trip details no later than the day before departure. If arrangements are confirmed sooner, we'll let you know as soon as possible. 2. If the online itinerary differs from the final trip details sent before departure, the final trip details take precedence. [Optional activities at your own expense] Under the Tourism Law provisions prohibiting travel agencies from arranging optional paid activities, please contact the provider directly for details, charges and bookings if you wish to take part. If you need language assistance from a guide or tour leader, any help is provided in a personal capacity, whether paid or unpaid. It is not provided on behalf of the organizing team or the local tour operator. The organizing team is not involved in the payments, transactions or service standards for activities during free time. You are responsible for the outcome of those arrangements. The images above were taken by the organizing team's instructors.
Itinerary notes
Photography locations, accommodations and transportation are subject to final confirmation before departure. Weather and local conditions may affect the itinerary.
Itinerary dates use America/Nuuk. Flight, transfer and other times follow the time zone stated for each location. Please confirm any time without a stated time zone before departure.