Overview:
Qaqortoq is a beautiful town in southern Greenland surrounded by mountains and fjords. It's famous for its colourful houses and rich history, including Norse and Inuit influences. You can explore museums, see unique stone sculptures, and enjoy the town's lively art scene. It's a great place to experience nature and learn about Greenlandic culture.
Holiday price is from £3,995 per person based on availability and sharing a standard double room. Single supplement from £ 680.
2024 Departure Dates:
| Departure Dates |
Departure Days |
| 03 Jun - 09 Sep |
Mondays |
Tour Itinerary:
Monday: Welcome to Iceland
Afternoon or evening flight from the UK to Reykjavik, spending the night at an airport hotel, as you have an early flight on day 2 from Reykjavik to Narsarsuaq in Greenland. We can also arrange extra nights in Iceland, to give you time to explore the Island of Fire & Ice.
Overnight at 3* Reykjavik hotel or similar
Tuesday: Arrival in Narsarsuaq, South Greenland
Breakfast at your hotel before your Air Iceland midday flight from Reykjavik Domestic Airport to Narsarsuaq. Upon arrival in Narsarsuaq you will be met and greeted by our local certified English speaking guide. Transfer to the nearby Hotel Narsarsuaq for check-in, your information meeting and a guided walking tour of Narsarsuaq before you enjoy you welcome dinner at the hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel Narsarsuaq
Wednesday: City Walk Of Qaqortoq
Breakfast at the hotel before todays adventure begins. We travel from Narsarsuaq through Erik's Fjords to Qaqortoq by boat.
Qaqortoq, often described as the most beautiful town in Greenland, has a picturesque setting, between the fiord of Qaqortoq and the lake of Tasersuaq. During the tour we pass the beautiful old fountain and many of the stone sculptures and stone carvings, "Stone & Man", which are scattered around town. This historical insight to the city will give you a greater understanding of the conditions living in the southern and remote part of Greenland. The tour is at your pace and there will be plenty of opportunities fro stops and to take pictures. Duration: 2 hours (approx.). Accommodation: Hotel Qaqortoq
Thursday: Optional Exursions
Accommodation: Hotel Qaqortoq
Friday: Optional Exursions
Accommodation: Hotel Qaqortoq
Saturday: Farewell Greenland
Breakfast at the hotel. Farewell coffee with your guide.Transfer to the airport. Air Iceland afternoon flight from Narsarsuaq to Reykjavik Domestic Airport. Overnight at a 3* airport hotel in Keflavik or similar
Sunday: Farewell Iceland
Breakfast at the hotel before your return flight to the UK. We can arrange extra nights in Iceland, according to your wishes. Please contact our team for more information.
| Excursions |
Prices |
| Hike Around Storesoen - Guided hike around the big lake "Storesoen" located right outside the town. Enjoy the beautiful Greenlandic nature on this 12Km hike. Coffee and tea will be served en route, while enjoying the view of the nature and the outskirts of town. Lunch included. Duration: 4.5 - 5.5 hours (approx.) |
£130 Per Person |
| Hvalsey Church Ruin - Beautiful go into the Hvalsey Fjord around the Arpatsivik Island to Hvalsey, where visit the old Norse ruins as well as the church ruin, which is the best preserved from the Norse period. A wedding in the church in 1408 is the last written evidence we have from the Norse settlement in Greenland. This tour is guided. Duration: 3 hours (approx.) . |
£275 Per Person |
| Boat Excursion to the Inland Ice Cap - By boat to the Inland Ice Cap and the Twin Glaciers. If weather permits, you may go ashore very close to glaciers. from here you will get the chance to see the Ice Cap from below and feel the massive power of nature. This tour is no guide. Duration: 6 hours (approx.) . |
£280 Per Person |
| Home Visit (Coffee Mik) - Come join a local family for a cup of coffee. The Greenlanders are famous for welcoming visitors into their homes, inviting everyone over for a cup of coffee and a piece of cake. The latest to see the natiobal costume and learn about life so isolated from the rest of the world. Duration: 1 hours (approx.) . |
£70 Per Person |
Package Includes:
- Flights from the UK airports to Reykjavik, Keflavik and return
- Flights from Reykjavik, Domestic to Narsarsuaq and return
- 1 piece of check-in luggage per traveler (up to 20 kg)
- 2 nights' accommodation in Iceland with private facilities
- 4 nights' accommodation at Hotel Qaqortoq with private facilities
- Arrival and departure transfers in Greenland by Boat/Helicopter
- Welcome and farewell meeting with your guide in Greenland
- Guided tour of Narsarsuaq
- Dinner Tuesday and Friday
- 24 hour emergency service
- ATOL protection
- All taxes
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