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 01Sep 6 · America/NuukDay 1: September 6 — Meet up
Itinerary: Meet at the designated airport and take an international flight to Copenhagen. Accommodation: On the plane Meals: Not included
DAY 02Sep 7 · America/NuukDay 2: September 7 — 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 03Sep 8 · America/NuukDay 3: September 8 — 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 04Sep 9 · America/NuukDay 4: September 9 — Northern Islands–Kallur Lighthouse
Itinerary: Today we explore the northern islands of the Faroes. First, we visit Borðoy, a charming destination in the northern Faroes. Then we take a ferry to Kalsoy, which the itinerary describes as home to Klaksvík, the Faroes' second-largest city after Tórshavn. We explore the picturesque village of Trøllanes, set amid rolling meadows. On our hike, we follow undulating mountain paths to one of the North Atlantic's most secluded lighthouses, Kallur Lighthouse. This was a filming location for the James Bond 007 film No Time to Die. We will 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 small island. The surrounding peaks create a distinctive and breathtaking mountain landscape. Four ancient fishing villages are scattered across the island, one of the more densely populated parts of the Faroes and an important representative of local culture and traditions. Its long cultural history is still preserved, 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 travelers who enjoy exploring nature and culture, Kalsoy is an ideal destination. On the return journey, we photograph Klaksvík, the second-largest town. Meals: Breakfast (hotel), lunch (simple meal), dinner (shared expense, paid separately) Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn (4-star)
DAY 05Sep 10 · America/NuukDay 5: September 10 — Golden Circle
Itinerary: Today we embark on the Faroe Islands' renowned Golden Circle route, linking colorful villages and introducing us to the islands' authentic, unpretentious customs and atmosphere. The Faroese Golden Circle 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 the winding mountain roads along both sides of the fjord, we can admire mountains, villages, and waterfalls across the water, as well as salmon farms in the sea. Along the way, we immerse ourselves in pastoral scenery, winding coastlines, steep mountains and cliffs, and Fossá, the tallest waterfall in the Faroes. 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 06Sep 11 · America/NuukDay 6: September 11 — Vágar–Lake above the Ocean
Itinerary: Today we visit one of the Faroe Islands' distinctive sights, the Drangarnir sea arch. Drangarnir consists of two sea stacks between Vágar and the islet of Tindhólmur. We travel there by boat. Its beauty lies in its unique, dramatic setting: two rock formations rise from the clear blue waters of the North Atlantic, making it popular with photographers and nature lovers. Weather permitting, we return to Vágar by boat. Then we head to the town of Miðvágur and hike to the famous lake above the ocean, admiring the 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 07Sep 12 · America/NuukDay 7: September 12 — Faroe Islands–Copenhagen
Flights: 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 08Sep 13 · America/NuukDay 8: September 13 — 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 09Sep 14 · America/NuukDay 9: September 14 — Copenhagen–Ilulissat
Flights: Copenhagen–Nuuk GL779/08:20/10:10 Nuuk–Ilulissat GL272/11:50/14:00 Itinerary: Fly to Ilulissat and board the vessel on arrival. Photograph the glaciers at sunset in the evening. Meals: Breakfast (hotel), lunch (on the plane), dinner (on board)
DAY 10Sep 15 · America/NuukDay 10: September 15 — 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 11Sep 16 · America/NuukDay 11: September 16 — 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 12Sep 17 · America/NuukDay 12: September 17 — 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 13Sep 18 · America/NuukDay 13: September 18 — 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 14Sep 19 · America/NuukDay 14: September 19 — Ikamiut
Itinerary: Travel to Ikamiut to photograph whales. Meals: Breakfast (on board), lunch (on board), dinner (on board) Accommodation: On board
DAY 15Sep 20 · America/NuukDay 15: September 20 — 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 16Sep 21 · America/NuukDay 16: September 21 — Return to Ilulissat
Itinerary: Disembark. At midday, an optional helicopter flight is available at your own expense. Hike along the ice fjord in the evening. Meals: Breakfast (on board), lunch (on board), dinner included Accommodation: Four-star hotel in Ilulissat
DAY 17Sep 22 · America/NuukDay 17: September 22 — 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 18Sep 23 · America/NuukDay 18: September 23 — 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 19Sep 24 · America/NuukDay 19: September 24 — Arrive home
Flights: Dubai–Hong Kong EK382/03:15/15:25
Trip staff
- Photography leader · Owen Ou
- Up to 8 travelers
- IncludedDriver and guide tips in Greenland;
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Photography leader · Owen Ou Up to 8 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] September 7: Hong Kong–Dubai EK381/00:35/04:20 September 7: Dubai–Copenhagen EK151/08:20/13:15 September 8: Copenhagen–Faroe Islands RC453/12:25/13:40 [Intermediate sectors] September 12: Faroe Islands–Copenhagen RC456/14:30/17:35 September 14: Copenhagen–Nuuk GL779/08:20/10:10 September 14: Nuuk–Ilulissat GL272/11:50/14:00 [Return] September 22: Ilulissat–Nuuk GL595/12:00/13:25 September 22: Nuuk–Copenhagen GL782/14:30/22:00 September 23: Copenhagen–Dubai EK152/15:35/23:45 September 24: 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
- 18 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 8 nights in the Faroe Islands and Copenhagen is EUR 1,000;
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 8 nights in the Faroe Islands and Copenhagen is EUR 1,000;
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 groups on the organizing team's previous Greenland and Faroe Islands trips.
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.