Day 1. Narsarsuaq and view point

Flight from Reykjavík (domestic airport) or Copenhagen to Narsarsuaq in South Greenland. Reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel  for check-in and information meeting. Hike to the Glacier View Point, around one hour from the hotel. Great views of the Tunulliarfik fjord icebergs and the Kiattuut Glacier.

Accommodation at Hotel Narsarsuaq. Twin/double room with private facilities.

Day 2. Hike to the Flower Valley

We reserve the morning for the most famous hike in south Greenland, the Flower Valley. A spectacular hike with sights of the Kiattut glacier. You will enjoy the spectacular view of this valley formed due to the retreat and the consequent glacial sedimentation with plenty of flowers.
Transfer from Narsarsuaq to Qaqortoq through the complex system of fjords and among numerous icebergs, admiring the beauty of their vertical ice walls.

Accommodation Narsarsauaq. Double room private facilities.

Day 3. City of Narsaq

An incredible zodiac boat transfer will take us from Narsarsuaq to Narsaq. Enjoying the wonderful landscape with views of the sole
farms and cascades.
With about 1500 inhabitants, Narsaq is the third most populated town in South Greenland.
City tour to discover the beauty of its colourful buildings, visit the local, market, fur shops, hunters harbour.
After this we will start an easy hike in the surroundings with a wonderful view of the valley, fjords and mountains with one of the few
caw farms in Greenland and where it was a mine.
During the afternoon you will have free time to stroll around the city to visit the Greenlandic museum…Or enjoy a snack with the local people and discover the modern Inuit’s way of life.

Accommodation at Hotel Narsaq. Twin/Double room with private facilities.

Day 4. Qaleraliq glacier camp and ice hike

In the morning we will set off towards Qaleraliq camp, our base right next to the polar ice cap. It is a domo tents camp set on a sandy beach, which contrasts with a spectacular view of three glacier tongues. After some rest we will start the navigation along the vertical glacier fronts, admiring the beauty of their ice walls and numerous icebergs as we approach them along their more than 10 kilometres descent to the sea. Now it’s time to action: a impressive trek using crampons on the ice cap, exploring its crevasses, drains, caves, and seracs. An expert mountain guide will be in charge of the excusion to ensure the safety of the group, while he shares with us his knowledge about the characteristics of the glaciers in southern Greenland. Picnic lunch in the ice or at the camp, depending on weather conditions.

In the afternoon, transfer by zodiac boat to Narsaq. We will be surprised by enormous icebergs falling off from the Eqaloruutsit glacier and floating throw all the Sermilik Fjord. Sometimes, they are blocking the access to the harbors of Narsaq.

Accommodation at Hotel Narsaq. Twin/Double room with private facilities.

Day 5. Hvalsey Church and Qaqortoq City, capital of South Greenland

An exciting tour in a high-powered  zodiac will take us from Narsaq to Hvalsoy.
It is approximately an hour and a half, traveling between icebergs and gorges, with views of small islands that adorn a magical Landscape. Hvalsoy Church was built in the 14th century and is considered the best preserved church from that period. People came to this Church from far away to participate in the different Christian events held throughout the year. This area has recently been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
After this beautiful experience, we will disembark in the beautiful city of Qaqortoq, where we will take a guided tour of the city.

Qaqortoq, the capital of southern Greenland, was founded in 1775 and is considered the most charming and attractive city in all of  Greenland.
With more than 3,000 inhabitants and its colorful houses built on a mountain at the foot of the sea, Qaqortoq is a truly striking and pleasant city.The center, to the large fishing port, it is made up of several houses from the beginning of the last century, some converted into restaurants, and it houses what is the only fountain in all of Greenland. From there a path leaves that makes a tour of the city, always with the landscape of mountains and fjord at our feet, in which we will see a collection of thirty large stones carved by local artisans with
motifs from the Inuit culture. Equally interesting is its wooden church next to the river, the craft shops, the fish market or the traditional kayak club.
In the afternoon, transfer by zodiac boat to Narsaq city .
Accommodation at Hotel Narsaq in Twin/Double room with private facilities.

Day 6. Igaliku and Qooroq Ice Fjord excursion

The green hills of Igaliku as well as the spectacular views of Einarsfjord provides a warm relax to the traveler in a quiet environment before the hike back to Itilleq’s pontoon.

Excursion: Sea route to Qooroq Ice Fjord, the most active glacier in southern Greenland. We will navigate among blocks of ice until the density of ice is such that we can no longer continue. You can’t imagine the sight of huge icebergs floating chaotically around us!

From Qooroq we will continue the navigation to Narsarsuaq. Accommodation at Hotel Narsarsuaq. Twin/double room with private facilities.

Day 7. Viking ruins of Qassiarsuk and Kayaking among icebergs

Boat transfer from Narsarsuaq to Qassiarsuk (former Brattahlid, capital of Viking Greenland). Walk through the village of about 50 inhabitants and guided tour of the Viking ruins of Brattahlid, learning the history of the arrival of Eric the Red from Iceland at this small settlement in 985. Of particular interest are the reconstructions of a Viking house (spacious but cold) and an inuit dwelling (small but warmer), transporting us back in time to the harsh conditions in which these people lived and it definitely shows us how the Inuit knew how to adapt better to the progressive cooling of the climate.  This Norse and Greenlandic core farming area were in 2017 inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List under the title Kujataa Greenland.

After the cultural visit it’s time to action: 4×4 trip to the beautiful Tasiusaq farm, where seven people live in notable isolation next to Sermilik fjord, which is almost always blocked by the ice from icebergs coming from Eqaloruutsit glacier. Pic nic at the Tasiusaq Hostel or outdoors if weather permitting.

Optional Excursion: Kayak Excursion in the “Iceberg Bay” (85€ per person, minimum 2 participants) 

A two hour sea kayaking trip for beginners among icebergs in one of the safest and nicest places in Greenland.

Way back by jeep to Qassiarsuk and boat transfer to Narsarsuaq.

Accommodation at Hotel Narsarsuaq. Twin/double room with private facilities.

Day 8: Flight Back

Free time to walk around in the area and visit the local museum visit by your own the local museum Bluie West One. It is recommended as it reflects the history of the creation of the village of Narsarsuaq from the past and especially its role played in the Second World War,

Flight Narsarsuaq-Reykjavík (Keflavik International airport) or Copenhagen.

Prices 2024:

3.695€ per person from Reykjavík and Copenhagen

Single room supplement: 375 €

Dates 2024

Departures from Copenhagen and Keflavík
June
June 25th – 02nd July

July
July 02nd – 09th
July 09th – 16th
July 16th – 23rd
July 23rd – 30th
July 30th – August 06th

August
August 06th – 13th
August 13th – 20th
August 20th – 27th
August 27th – September 03rd

September
Special Northern Lights
September 3rd-10th

Registration date: Up to 60 days before the journey’s departure date.

Registration after that date: Depending on flight availability.

Reservation: 40% deposit of the total price, excluding airport taxes.

* It’s recommended to confirm Optional Excursions in advance before arrival to Greenland.

What it’s included:

• – Flight Reykjavík/Copenhagen – Narsarsuaq & return
• – Transfers from the airport and hotel to the harbor in Narsarsuaq
• – Accommodation in hotels, in twin/double rooms, including breakfast
• – Tasermiut South Greenland Expeditions guide (english speaking).
• – Boat transfers and excursions in Greenland, as detailed in this program
• – 4×4 trip to Tasiusaq
• – Picnic lunch in Tasiusaq and Qaleraliq Glacier
• – RIB boat travel equipment
• – City tour in Qaqortoq
• – Guided visit to Brattahlid reconstructions

What it’s not included:

• – Airport taxes and fees (260€ -280 € )
• – Accommodation, food and transfers in Reykjavík or Copenhagen
• – Lunch and dinner not mentioned in “What is included”
• – Travel insurance
• – Optional excursions*:
  • Kayak excursion: 85€ (minimum 2 participants) 
• – Unexpected expenses as a result of weather conditions (including difficulties due to ice   conditions) or flight or boat delays
• – Any other aspect not listed in “What is included”