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Ilulissat for 2 Days – West Greenland Holiday

Enjoy a once in a lifetime trip to Greenland where you visit the Ilulissat Icefjord. You will cruise around the giant icebergs on the fjord, which is located 250 kilometers north of the arctic circle. Ilulissat is an absolutely stunning travel destination and easily reachable from Iceland. The name of the town Ilulissat means: “icebergs” in Kalaallisut, which is the native language of the Inuit. Once you see the views of the town, you will understand why – on the water you will see a plethora of gigantic icebergs that have broken off the vast Sermeq Kujalleq glacier. In 2004, the Icefjord was declared a UNESCO world heritage site because of its uniqueness and unparalleled beauty. For an unforgettable experience in the Arctic, we recommend combining this two day Greenland holiday with one of our Iceland tours, such as the express Iceland in 8 days self-drive package.

We recommend booking a Greenland tour as early as possible as availability is limited and prices for flights normally rise during the year. Please note that the flights to/from Greenland are the most expensive part of this tour package. You can also add extra nights in Ilulissat to make the most out of your Greenland holiday.

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Please note that this itinerary can be adjusted and customized to meet your travel needs and preferences.

Tour Code

GT-07

Season

Jun - Sept

Travel Style

By plane

Duration

2 Days / 1 Night

Location

West Greenland

Accessibility

Not Recommended

Included

  • Flights Keflavík – Ilulissat Round Trip
  • Transfer from Ilulissat Airport to your hotel and back
  • Accommodation for one night with breakfast
  • Two hour guided cultural city walking tour
  • Two and a half hour boat cruise on the Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Taxes & service fee

Not Included

  • Flights to/from Iceland (from abroad)
  • Airport transfers to and from Keflavík International Airport
  • Meals & drinks at restaurants unless previously agreed upon
  • Optional activities
  • Personal travel insurances
Day 1 | Flight to Ilulissat, Cultural City Walk & Icefjord Cruise

Today you depart from Keflavík International Airport for a 3,5 hour flight to the town of Ilulissat. Ilulissat is situated in the Disko Bay on the rugged and beautiful west coast of Greenland. Once you have arrived, a representative will be waiting outside the airport to transfer you to your hotel where you will be staying for tonight. Explore the charming town in the morning, with all the small, colorful houses and greet the Greenland dogs. In the afternoon, you will join a guided cultural city walk, where your knowledgeable guide will take you around the most important and beautiful sights of Ilulissat and give you an insight into local customs and traditions. Afterwards, you will have your welcome dinner at your hotel. Throughout the whole day, enjoy the view on the icebergs just outside of the small community. In the evening, you will go on the highlight of this trip – an three hour cruise that takes you right up to the icebergs to the stunning Icefjord. The Ilulissat Icefjord is the sea mouth of Sermeq Kujalleq, one of the fastest moving glaciers in the world. Remember to dress very warmly as the breeze on the water can be chilly, even in the summer months.

Day 2 | Free Time to Explore Ilulissat & Departure

You still have most of the day to explore the highlights of Ilullisat and its surroundings. After a nice breakfast, you could go on one of the easy hikes in the area or visit the beautifully designed Icefjord centre. Other available excursions for the today might include a guided kayaking adventure, a sightseeing helicopter flight or trekking to the Sermermiut valley to see the spectacular icebergs and the thousands of years old archaeological remains. There are plenty of options and everyone is sure to find something exciting to do that matches their interests. Then it is time to say goodbye to majestic Greenland. You will be transferred from your hotel to the airport for the flight back to Keflavík airport. After take off, be sure to enjoy the stunning views of the Icefjord below. Arrive to Keflavík airport in the late afternoon/evening.

Budget

Budget accommodations include shared facilities in guest houses, country hotels, farmhouses, etc. In some cases, the rooms might be equipped with a TV and a washbasin. The in-room amenities are limited and basic but they all adhere to a high standard of cleanliness.
Breakfast is included.

Comfort

Comfort accommodations offer access to private facilities (shower and toilet). This type of lodges belongs to the 3-star hotel category. Most of these properties have an in-house restaurant. This section offers an upgrade in comfort and service compared to the budget category. Breakfast is included.

Quality

Quality accommodations offer private rooms with en-suite shower/bath and toilet. These rooms are the best available accommodations in 4-star hotels or the highest quality lodges in each region. Luxury accommodations - the highest class of lodges, suites, and penthouses - are available upon request. Breakfast is included.

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