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“We had a lovely time in Iceland and Greenland. Ilulissat is an amazing place and when we got there we had blue skies and 24 hour sun. The guides were very good and the hotel room comfortable with amazing views”
"The Tour was meticulously prepared and accompanied with perfect logistics. Difficulties and troubles met during the journey were promptly settled by your company. Due to the ideal planning of the Tour we were able to enjoy and gain a profound impression of Greenland and Iceland in spite of the very short stay. We felt professional logistics and an organizational approach was used throughout the whole Tour. Thank you again for the experience that will hold a special place in our memory."
West Greenland Tours
HIGHLIGHTS: Midnight Cruise to see Icebergs, Greenland home Visit, Hunters Settlement Visit, Cruise to see calving glacier, Blue Lagoon & Reykjavik
West Greenland is the land of the big glaciers and huge icebergs but has a very narrow season - however for pure 'awesome appeal' glacier calving is hard to beat. A land of unforgettable beauty filled with mountains, icebergs, mystery and adventure. If you are looking for an adventure in a more unusual short break it doesn't get better than this!
If you are looking to do a full day Husky Dog Sled adventure across the frozen Sea see our West Greenland Winter Tours Break
The Edge of The Ice Cap
DAY 1
Fly to Iceland
Fly to Reykjavik and on arrival have a fly-bus transfer you to your hotel to start your special weekend away.
Rest of the day is free, perhaps to enjoy one of the best seafood restaurants you will find anywhere in the world. Overnight in Reykjavik.
Rest of the day is free, perhaps to enjoy one of the best seafood restaurants you will find anywhere in the world. Overnight in Reykjavik.
DAY 2
Fly to Greenland to start your West Greenland Tour by visiting Ilulissat & a Night Iceberg cruise
Transfer from your hotel to the airport for your flight to Greenland. On arrival at Ilulissat a guide will pick you up at airport and transfer you to the Arctic hotel to start your West Greenland Tour.
Ilulissat City Walk to visit the old part of town and learn its history. You will see the original Danish trading station, the busy fishing harbour, the old church and the museum prior to a lunch at a local restaurant.
During the Night Iceberg Cruise the sunset warm red colours and the gigantic icebergs reflecting in the icy waters is an unforgettable sight. Cruise between the icebergs and enjoy a late Martini on "the real rocks"! Until about the 24th July this cruise will run as a midnight sun cruise with all the beauty and eeriness of the Polar Sun. Overnight in Ilulissat.
Ilulissat City Walk to visit the old part of town and learn its history. You will see the original Danish trading station, the busy fishing harbour, the old church and the museum prior to a lunch at a local restaurant.
During the Night Iceberg Cruise the sunset warm red colours and the gigantic icebergs reflecting in the icy waters is an unforgettable sight. Cruise between the icebergs and enjoy a late Martini on "the real rocks"! Until about the 24th July this cruise will run as a midnight sun cruise with all the beauty and eeriness of the Polar Sun. Overnight in Ilulissat.
DAY 3
Boat Cruise to the Calving Glacier
The Eqip glacier is the only glacier in the area where you often experience a glacier calving. You will cruise in front of the 5 km wide glacier for about an hour and hopefully see this unique calving sight creating new icebergs. Afterwards you will continue to the Ataa, a former trading station for lunch and a glass of wine. There will be time for a short walk in the area before returning to Ilulissat. In our opinion this is the highlight of the your West Greenland holiday. Overnight in Ilulissat.
DAY 4
Option 1: Sermermiut Icebergs, Visit Greenland Home, Feed Huskies.
You will go as far as the road goes, and then take a beautiful walk along to the UNESCO designated Ilulissat Ice Fiord to Sermermiut where traces from the 3 old Eskimo cultures still can be seen, as well of course as the fantastic icebergs.
Meet people in their home, and whilst enjoying a "Coffee-Mik“, learn about Greenland and its people and their way of life.
The 3,500 husky dogs in town are still used for both work and fun every winter. We invite you to join the feeding of a dog team, where you can see, feel, touch and hear the howling of 20 hungry dogs. The owner will demonstrate the sledge and the harness and tell you about life as a sled dog. Overnight in Ilulissat.
Meet people in their home, and whilst enjoying a "Coffee-Mik“, learn about Greenland and its people and their way of life.
The 3,500 husky dogs in town are still used for both work and fun every winter. We invite you to join the feeding of a dog team, where you can see, feel, touch and hear the howling of 20 hungry dogs. The owner will demonstrate the sledge and the harness and tell you about life as a sled dog. Overnight in Ilulissat.
DAY 4
Option 2: Hunting and Fishing settlement visit
By boat you will visit the small fishing and hunting settlement of Rodebay with a local population of approx 40 persons - a quite different world compared to Ilulissat.
There will be a guided walk through the village before enjoying lunch at the old trading station. Overnight i Ilulissat.
There will be a guided walk through the village before enjoying lunch at the old trading station. Overnight i Ilulissat.
DAY 4
Option 3: Whale Safari in Disko Bay
By boat you will go to Disko Bay to spot Whales. In the summer humpback whales come here to feed on the capelin, a small herring like fish. As the humpback whales are protected they are very trusting and can often be enjoyed at close range, though this cannot be guaranteed! Ovenight in Ilulissat.
DAY 5
Fly to Iceland and Flybus transfer to hotel in Reykjavik after your West Greenland Tour.
Transfer to airport for midday flight to Iceland. Flybus transfer from Keflavik airport to hotel for night at leisure in Reykjavik. Overnight in Reykjavik.
DAY 6
Relax at Blue Lagoon, transfer to airport for flight home after your Iceland and Greenland short break.
After Breakfast check out prior to transfer to Iceland's most famous attraction - the Blue Lagoon. Enjoy bathing and relaxing in the sensual geothermal seawater, known for its positive effects on the skin.
In addition to bathing there is a sauna with a view of the lagoon, a steam bath with white walls that resemble silica mud and a cosy steam bath carved into a lava cave. The milky waters and silica are famous for their health benefits.
Finally you will be dropped off at the airport for your flight home after your special weekend break.
NOTE: This break is limited by flight availability so an early booking is essential.
In addition to bathing there is a sauna with a view of the lagoon, a steam bath with white walls that resemble silica mud and a cosy steam bath carved into a lava cave. The milky waters and silica are famous for their health benefits.
Finally you will be dropped off at the airport for your flight home after your special weekend break.
NOTE: This break is limited by flight availability so an early booking is essential.
Make an enquiry
Call 01722 744695
Price per person: From £2,455
Includes Flights, 5 nights Accommodation with breakfast (Hotel Reykjavik Centrum, Hotel Arctic), Activities, Guides & Transfers
A La Carte Optional Extras
Helicopter trip to land on the ice cap
During the flight from Ilulissat cruise over the mountains and at low altitude fly over the Ilulissat Ice Fiord, which is now on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Land in front of the glacier wall to enjoy the arctic scenery with a glass of champagne. You will follow the fiord all 55 kilometers to the open sea and circle over the huge Icebergs before landing.
55min flying time + ground stop
Operation depends on weather and helicopter capacity.
Price Per Person: From £380
55min flying time + ground stop
Operation depends on weather and helicopter capacity.
Price Per Person: From £380
Ice Fjord Photo Sightseeing
This 25 min low altitude flight to the outer area of Ilulissat town and the underwater moraine at the mouth of Ilulissat Ice Fjord, where huge icebergs are stranded. Window seat is guaranteed on this 5 seated plane.
Price Per Person: From £185 per person
Price Per Person: From £185 per person
A La Carte Extensions
Reykjavik Holiday Extension
Reykjavik, Whale Watching, 4 Wheel Drive adventures, Glacier Snowmobiling, Blue Lagoon, Golden Circle; Geysers, Waterfalls, Pingvellir
DAY 1
Super truck tour of Geyser to see Gullfoss, Geyser, Pingvellir, snowmobile drive on Langjokull glacier
After breakfast enjoy a full day out in a 4WD super truck experiencing Iceland's dramatic landscapes. This provides a wonderful introduction to the scenery, history and geothermal make up of this spectacular land.
In your purpose built 4WD super trucks visit the spectacular Gullfoss waterfall, the Geyser area where every 5 minutes an eruption takes place and the becalming beauty of Pingvellir, with its spectacular mini rift valley and home to the world's first democratic parliament , established by the Vikings in 930. To top off the day we include a one hour snowmobile drive on Langjokull glacier.
Drop back at hotel early evening and the rest of the day at leisure.
In your purpose built 4WD super trucks visit the spectacular Gullfoss waterfall, the Geyser area where every 5 minutes an eruption takes place and the becalming beauty of Pingvellir, with its spectacular mini rift valley and home to the world's first democratic parliament , established by the Vikings in 930. To top off the day we include a one hour snowmobile drive on Langjokull glacier.
Drop back at hotel early evening and the rest of the day at leisure.
DAY 2
Whale Watching
After breakfast a transfer will take you to the whale watching boat at Reykjavik harbour.
This sea cruise allows frequent sightings and close observation of many species including White-Beaked dolphins, Minke whales, Harbour porpoises and the popular Humpback Whales. The 2hr boat trip passes several islands inhabited by colonies of puffins.
You will also visit the Whale Centre before return transfer to your hotel.
This sea cruise allows frequent sightings and close observation of many species including White-Beaked dolphins, Minke whales, Harbour porpoises and the popular Humpback Whales. The 2hr boat trip passes several islands inhabited by colonies of puffins.
You will also visit the Whale Centre before return transfer to your hotel.
DAY 3
Blue Lagoon and transfer to airport for flight home after your Reykjavik short break
After Breakfast check out prior to transfer to Iceland's most famous attraction - the Blue Lagoon.
Enjoy bathing and relaxing in the geothermal seawater, known for its positive effects on the skin. In addition to bathing there is a sauna with a view of the lagoon, a steam bath with white walls that resemble silica mud and a cosy steam bath carved into a lava cave. The milky waters and silica are famous for their health benefits.
Finally you will be dropped off at the airport for your flight home!
Enjoy bathing and relaxing in the geothermal seawater, known for its positive effects on the skin. In addition to bathing there is a sauna with a view of the lagoon, a steam bath with white walls that resemble silica mud and a cosy steam bath carved into a lava cave. The milky waters and silica are famous for their health benefits.
Finally you will be dropped off at the airport for your flight home!
Price per person: From £482
Includes Flights, 2 nights Accommodation with breakfast (Hotel Reykjavik Centrum), Activities, Guides & Transfers
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