Iceland & East Greenland 2010
7 days / 6 nights, Reykjavik - Tasiilaq - Reykjavik | With a stay in Reykjavik you have a perfect tour of South West Iceland including all the main attractions of the area. Staying in the Icelandic capital offers a unique opportunity to explore all what Iceland is about. Vast lava fields, the famous Geysir area, gigantic waterfalls and some of the many geothermal swimming pools spas where you meet the local Icelanders just to mention a few of the things you can experience.
East Greenland - Less than 2 hours flying time west of Iceland on the edge of the gigantic Greenland Inland Ice Cap the tiny settlements Kulusuk and Tasiilaq witness the ability of the Eskimo population adjusting to the arctic climate. East Greenland is a great experience of Arctic nature and a totally different world to the Metropolis of Reykjavik and the Icelandic landscape. Because of the geographical location of East Greenland, the area has always been relatively isolated in relation to the rest of Greenland. East Greenland is the perfect destination if you want to experience traditional Greenlandic culture and the original drum dance. The deserted location has left its mark in the special East Greenlandic dialect and the original culture has not been affected by the western influence to the same degree as in other parts of Greenland. Actually it is only a little more than 100 years ago, the first Europeans "discovered" this area!
| Departure | Departures Mondays, July 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th August 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23th, 30th |
| Price | $3,745 per person in double room $4,590 single room |
| Included | Icelandair Flights, Reykjavik - Kulusuk, round trip 6 nights hotel accommodation of your choice Daily Scandinavian breakfast buffet 2 x dinner * in flight meals Transfers as per itinerary Helicopter transfer, Kulusuk - Tasiilaq, round trip Golden Circle tour, 1/2 day Destination guide in Greenland Local guide in Iceland |
| Not Included | Optional excursions Gratuities Personal insurance / personal items $25 Service fee |
| Please Note | Rates are subject to change without notice. |
| Tour Options | Optional excursions Tasiilaq Additional nights in Reykjavik |
Day 1 REYKJAVIK Monday Individual transfer from Keflavik Airport or Reykjavik domestic Airport by scheduled 'flybus' to your hotel in Reykjavik.
Day 2 REYKJAVIK - BLUE LAGOON (B) Tuesday Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning a city sightseeing of Reykjavik including the town of Hafnarfjordur where we briefly visit the Fish Market, the open Air Museum Arbær, one of the outdoor swimming pools and the towering Hallgrim's Church. We also pass through the old town, the harbour, the summit-meeting house Höfdi and the House of Parliament. Afternoon at leisure in Reykjavik. Optional excursion to Blue Lagoon (not included) Alternative could be to stay in Reykjavik using one of the many local geothermal swimming pools - A perfect way to meet the locals
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Day 3 GOLDEN CIRCLE - GULFOSS (B) Wednesday Breakfast at the hotel. Today's excursion is one of the most popular excursions in Iceland: The Golden Circle where we experience the majestic waterfalls at Gullfoss, the erupting hot springs at Geysir, the national park of Thingvellir and the greenhouse village of Hveragerdi.
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Day 4 REYKJAVIK - TASIILAQ (B, L*, D) Thursday Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Reykjavik Domestic Airport. Air Iceland flight to Kulusuk and further on by Air Greenland helicopter to Tasiilaq. Meet and greet by an Arctic Adventure guide. (Local representative outside high season). Transfer to the nearby Hotel Angmagssalik for check-in and information meeting. Optional excursions in Tasiilaq City Walk of Tasiilaq / Ammassalik Walk to "The Valley of Flowers" Hike to View Point Iceberg Cruise - boat tour Boat trip to the Village of Ikateq Helicopter flight to the Mitivagkat Glacier Operation is depending upon the weather and helicopter capacity. Only to be booked locally!
Day 5 TASIILAQ (B, L, D) Friday Breakfast, lunch and dinner at the hotel. Day at leisure in Tasiilaq for optional excursions.
Day 6 TASIILAQ - KULUSUK - REYKJAVIK (B, L*) Saturday Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the heliport. Air Greenland helicopter to Kulusuk. Air Iceland flight to Reykjavik Domestic Airport. Transfer from the airport to your hotel in Reykjavik.
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Day 7 REYKJAVIK DEPARTURE (B) Sunday Breakfast at the hotel. Individual transfer by scheduled 'Flybus' to Keflavik Airport. 'Flybus' depart from your hotel - please inform the reception the day before leaving.