Traditional East Greenland

Traditional East Greenland

from £722 excluding flights

4-5 nights
May-Sep

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Experience life on the edge of the habitable world

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Explore the town of Tasiilaq with its colourful houses

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Enjoy breathtaking views from a helicopter

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Explore the dramatic untouched wilderness

Why this trip...

Add-on

This itinerary is intended to be an add-on to a longer holiday - speak to our specialists for recommendations

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Off-the-beaten-track

This holiday showcases places and experiences away from the usual tourist routes

Culture

Experience local culture and heritage as part of this holiday

Overview

Locked in by pack ice for most of the year, East Greenland is one of the last frontiers of the modern world. Virtually the only populated area on the vast east coast, the district of Ammassalik, encompasses Tasiilaq and Kulusuk. It is only a two hour flight from Keflavik and is a great base for an introduction to Greenland as well as being an ideal extension on a trip to Iceland.

The attractive town of Tasiilaq on the island of Ammassalik, has a population of around 1600. It is ringed by huge jagged peaks, some of the highest mountains in the country.

Several smaller settlements are scattered all over the district, amongst them Kulusuk, where the local Inuit population live from fishing and sealing, sometimes being away from home for a large part of the year. Here, more than anywhere else in Greenland, the traditional skills of carving have survived.

Itinerary

Fly to Keflavik Airport and transfer to your accommodation in Reykjavik for an overnight stay. This evening take in the sights of the capital and enjoy dinner at one of the many restaurants offering a variety of options and cuisines (payable locally).

After breakfast transfer back to Keflavik Airport, for your flight to Greenland. If you are staying in Tasiilaq you will have an onward helicopter transfer from Kulusuk. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your accommodation.

Today perhaps follow one of the walking trails exploring the stunning Arctic scenery, or choose an optional excursion such as a boat trip to a glacier or helicopter flight to the icecap.

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Those staying in Tasiilaq will transfer by helicopter back to Kulusuk, then onwards to the airport for return flight to Keflavik. Transfer to your accommodation in Iceland’s capital.

Transfer from Reykjavik to Keflavik for your flight home.

Accommodation Options

This itinerary is based on staying at Hotel Klettur in Reykjavik and Hotel Kulusuk and/or Hotel Angmagssalik in Greenland.

With a wide choice accommodation in Reykjavik we can change to suit your personal preference. Accommodation options in East Greenland are limited, but we are happy to adapt where possible.

Discuss your options with our Travel Specialists

Prices and Departures

Price from £722 excluding flights

Airfares for this holiday start from around £650 per person and are quoted separately to the holiday price. When enquiring, our Travel Specialists will provide the best fare possible from your preferred airline / airport.

What's Included

Accommodation in rooms with private facilities
Breakfast basis in Reykjavik
Full board in Greenland (buffet style)
Helicopter transfers between Kulusuk and Tasiilaq (if applicable)
Keflavik and Greenland transfers
24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
No surcharge guarantee
Full financial protection

From prices per person

Departure	Duration	Option	Twin Price
May - Sep 2024	4 nights	Option A - 2 nights Reykjavik, 2 nights Kulusuk	£722
May - Sep 2024	4 nights	Option B - 2 nights Reykjavik, 2 nights Tasiilaq	£1,235
May - Sep 2024	5 nights	Option C - 2 nights Reykjavik, 1 night Kulusuk, 2 nights Tasiilaq	£1,325

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