Greenland Hotel Adventure

Day 1. Narsarsuaq and view point

Flight from Keflavik (Iceland’s international 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. 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 3. Narsarsuaq – Qaqortoq

Transfer from Narsarsuaq to Qaqortoq through the complex system of fjords and among numerous icebergs, admiring the beauty of their vertical ice walls.

Guided City Tour in Qaqortoq. The capital of South Greenland was founded in 1775 and nowadays has almost 3000 inhabitants. It’s described as the most charming and attractive town in all Greenland.

Accommodation at Hotel Qaqortoq. Double room with private facilities.

Day 4. Qaqortoq and boat transfer to Narsaq

Time to take a stroll around the city, while you enjoy the beauty of its colourful buildings and the awe-inspiring landscapes. Explore on your own the museum, the fur shops, the traditional kayak club, the church or the only fountain in the country.

Or you can join one of our two wonderful optional excursions:

• Excursion to Hvalsoy Church  (80€ per person, minimum 4 participants)
• Boat transfer to “Hvalsoy” or Whale Island, with the ancient Norse name “Hvalseyfjördur”, where we will found the ruins of Hvalsoy Church. Built in the 14th century, Hvalsoy is the best preserved of the churches in Greenland from that period. People gathered here from far and wide to attend Cchristian festivals throughout the year. The fells and the fjord which surround the church have not changed at all over the centuries.
• Hot springs of Uunartoq Island (170€ per person, minimum 6 participants)
• You will have the opportunity to enjoy a relaxing bath in the Uunartoq warm springs (the only thermal springs to which access is possible in Greenland), used as a meeting point for many natives who come from all over the country to camp and bathe in the thermal springs. This is an experience in touch with nature in such a unique place enjoying a warming bath while icebergs float only a few meters away in the fjord.

In the afternoon, transfer by zodiac boat to Narsaq city, the third most populated town in South Greenland. Accommodation at Hotel Narsaq. Twin/Double room with private facilities.

Day 5. 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 6. City of Narsaq and the idyllic Igaliku

Narsaq, with about 1,500 inhabitantsis, is the third most populated town in South Greenland. During the morning you will have free time to visit the museum, fur shops or the fish market.

After stroll around in Narsaq we will navigate to the pontoon of Itilleq, where an easy hike to cross the “Kongevejen” or Path of the Kings begins. Our destination is the idyllic Igaliku, a small Inuit settlement inhabited by no more than 40 people. Igaliku, home of the ruins of Gardar (religious capital of Viking Greenland), is famous for being the most beautiful settlement in Greenland.

Accommodation and dinner (included) at Igaliku Country Hotel. Twin/Double room with shared facilities.

Day 7. 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 8: The Flower Valley hike before flight departure

We reserve of our last day in Greenland for the most famous hike in the area, the Flower Valley. A spectacular hike with sights of the Kiattut river and glacier. You will enjoy the spectacular view of this valley formed due to the retreat and the consequent glacial sedimentation with plenty of flowers. Hike back to Narsarsuaq, where we can visit the Bluie West One Museum (former US military base frozen in time since the Second World War).

Flight Narsarsuaq-Keflavik (Iceland’s international airport) or Copenhagen.

Prices 2018:

2.795€ (20.827,50DKK) per person from Keflavik

3.095€ (23.063,01DKK) per person from Copenhagen

Single room supplement: 2,644 DKK (355 €)

Dates 2018

Departures from Keflavik and Copenhagen:

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 Keflavik/Copenhagen – Narsarsuaq & return
• – Transfers from the airport and hotel to the harbor in Narsarsuaq
• – Accommodation in hotels, in twin/double rooms, including breakfast
• – Accommodation in hut or in twin/double rooms at Igaliku Country Hotel including dinner and 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 (165-200€ from Keflavik / 200 € from Copenhagen)
• – Accommodation, food and transfers in Keflavik or Copenhagen
• – Lunch and dinner not mentioned in “What is included”
• – Travel insurance
• – Optional excursions*:
  • Kayak excursion: 85€ (minimum 2 participants) 
  • Hvalsey Church: 80€ (minimum 4 participants) 
  • Uunartoq Thermal Spring: 170€ (minimum 6 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”

N. B. Note that prices of optional excursions may change.