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Overview:
Combine a short break to Iceland with a day trip to Greenland. Stay in charming Reykjavik and take day trips to see the spectacular Icelandic nature, bathe in the world famous Blue Lagoon and fly over for a day in Greenland.
Only a two-hour flight from Reykjavik will take you to Greenland’s beautiful East Coast, home of the Ammassalik Inuit. Kulusuk is the gateway to East Greenland and this small settlement is an excellent introduction to the way of life in a settlement in the Ammassalik area. Kulusuk lies on a small rocky island between saw-toothed mountains and extensive fjords, and it is almost always surrounded by icebergs and a glittering Arctic Ocean. In Kulusuk you will find some of the East Coast’s most skilful craftsmen, whose tupilaks, mystical objects carved from whale teeth, narwhal tusk and other native materials, are of exceptional quality. Traditional hunting and fishing are still essential sources of income for many families in the settlement.
Holiday price is from £2,325 per person based on availability and two people sharing a standard double/twin room:
Departure Dates 2023 to be confirmed:
| Season |
Departures |
| 01 Jun - 07 Sep |
Daily |
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Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Reykjavík, Iceland
Upon arrival in Keflavik airport, shuttle bus will transfer you to your hotel.
Day 2: Reykjavík City Tour & the Blue Lagoon
Breakfast at the hotel. We start the morning with a 3 hour Reykjavík city tour. We see the home of the world’s oldest parliament, the modern church Hallgrímskirkja, the lake in the centre of the city inhabited by numerous waterfowl, modern suburbs contrasting with the older parts of the city with their colourful little houses and much more. The afternoon is free for shopping and sightseeing in Reykjavík city centre. Depart at 18:00 for an evening tour to the Blue Lagoon. We drive through rough lava fields to visit the Blue Lagoon where you can relax in its rejuvenating geothermal water. The water is naturally very rich in minerals that are believed to have healing powers. Accommodation at the hotel of your choice in Reykjavik.
Day 3: Day trip to Kulusuk, Greenland
Breakfast at the hotel and make your way to Reykjavik Domestic Airport (located close to the city) for your flight to Greenland. Flights are operated by Air Iceland and duration is about 2 hours. Aircraft used is Fokker with 45 seats. Check-in time in Reykjavik Domestic airport is 1 hour prior to departure.
Flight schedules:
02 Jun – 06 Sep, Mon-Sat:
Reykjavik 10:15 - Kulusuk 10:05 / Kulusuk 14:15 - Reykjavik 18:05
01 Jul – 31 Aug, Sun
Reykjavik 10:45 - Kulusuk 10:40 / Kulusuk 14:35 - Reykjavik 18:30
(flight schedule is subject to change)
Please note there is a two-hour time difference between Iceland and Greenland in summer time.
Guided tour in Kulusuk: your tour guide will be waiting for you at Kulusuk airport. It is a 45 - 60 minute walk from the airport to Kulusuk village, with no transportation available. Therefore you must be reasonably fit to master the walk partly through snow and difficult terrain. We highly recommend to bring good walking shoes along and a daybag with something to drink (can be bought in the duty free store at Reykjavik airport after you pass security check) and a picnic lunch or snacks. It is not always possible to buy food and beverage at the local supermarket in Kulusuk. Weather permitting we’ll be treated to kayaking demonstrations and an ancient drum dance reflective of the indigenous culture. You’ll stay about 4 hours in Kulusuk.
Return to Reykjavik in the evening. Accommodation at the hotel of your choice in Reykjavik.
Day 4: Geysers & Waterfalls
Breakfast at the hotel. This tour takes you to some “must see” sights of Iceland. Drive around the fertile lowlands of Southern Iceland and visit one of Iceland’s most magnificent waterfalls, Gullfoss Waterfall, the erupting hot springs in the Geyser area (not everyone realizes that the word geysir, meaning a hot spring is originally an Icelandic word) and the outstandingly beautiful Þingvellir National Park where the world’s oldest parliament was founded in the year 930. Accommodation at the hotel of your choice in Reykjavik.
Day 5: Departure from Reykjavik
Breakfast at the hotel. Free time for exploring Reykjavik in the morning. Airport transfer for departure.
Package Includes:
- Direct return flight from London, Manchester, Glasgow or Edinburgh to Reykjavik (Other UK airports upon request)
- 1 piece of check-in luggage per traveler (up to 20 kg)
- Shuttle bus transfers from Keflavik airport to the hotel and back
- 4 nights’ accommodation in Reykjavik
- Breakfast daily
- 3 hrs Reykjavik City Tour
- 8 hrs Golden Circle Tour
- Bus and entrance to the Blue Lagoon
- Direct return flight from Reykjavík to Kulusuk, Greenland
- Walking tour in Kulusuk with local English speaking guide
- Kayak and dance shows (weather permitting)
- Greenland certificate of visit
- 24 hour emergency contact
- ATOL protection
- All taxes
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Reykjavík, Iceland
Upon arrival in Keflavik airport, shuttle bus will transfer you to your hotel.
Day 2: Reykjavík City Tour & the Blue Lagoon
Breakfast at the hotel. We start the morning with a 3 hour Reykjavík city tour. We see the home of the world’s oldest parliament, the modern church Hallgrímskirkja, the lake in the centre of the city inhabited by numerous waterfowl, modern suburbs contrasting with the older parts of the city with their colourful little houses and much more. The afternoon is free for shopping and sightseeing in Reykjavík city centre. Depart at 18:00 for an evening tour to the Blue Lagoon. We drive through rough lava fields to visit the Blue Lagoon where you can relax in its rejuvenating geothermal water. The water is naturally very rich in minerals that are believed to have healing powers. Accommodation at the hotel of your choice in Reykjavik.
Day 3: Day trip to Kulusuk, Greenland
Breakfast at the hotel and make your way to Reykjavik Domestic Airport (located close to the city) for your flight to Greenland. Flights are operated by Air Iceland and duration is about 2 hours. Aircraft used is Fokker with 45 seats. Check-in time in Reykjavik Domestic airport is 1 hour prior to departure.
Flight schedules:
02 Jun – 06 Sep, Mon-Sat:
Reykjavik 10:15 - Kulusuk 10:05 / Kulusuk 14:15 - Reykjavik 18:05
01 Jul – 31 Aug, Sun
Reykjavik 10:45 - Kulusuk 10:40 / Kulusuk 14:35 - Reykjavik 18:30
(flight schedule is subject to change)
Please note there is a two-hour time difference between Iceland and Greenland in summer time.
Guided tour in Kulusuk: your tour guide will be waiting for you at Kulusuk airport. It is a 45 - 60 minute walk from the airport to Kulusuk village, with no transportation available. Therefore you must be reasonably fit to master the walk partly through snow and difficult terrain. We highly recommend to bring good walking shoes along and a daybag with something to drink (can be bought in the duty free store at Reykjavik airport after you pass security check) and a picnic lunch or snacks. It is not always possible to buy food and beverage at the local supermarket in Kulusuk. Weather permitting we’ll be treated to kayaking demonstrations and an ancient drum dance reflective of the indigenous culture. You’ll stay about 4 hours in Kulusuk.
Return to Reykjavik in the evening. Accommodation at the hotel of your choice in Reykjavik.
Day 4: Geysers & Waterfalls
Breakfast at the hotel. This tour takes you to some “must see” sights of Iceland. Drive around the fertile lowlands of Southern Iceland and visit one of Iceland’s most magnificent waterfalls, Gullfoss Waterfall, the erupting hot springs in the Geyser area (not everyone realizes that the word geysir, meaning a hot spring is originally an Icelandic word) and the outstandingly beautiful Þingvellir National Park where the world’s oldest parliament was founded in the year 930. Accommodation at the hotel of your choice in Reykjavik.
Day 5: Departure from Reykjavik
Breakfast at the hotel. Free time for exploring Reykjavik in the morning. Airport transfer for departure.
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