Golden Circle & East Greenland Combined
Basic package - or tailor made
Iceland & East Greenland combined
With this new 8-days program our guests will get the opportunity to combine Iceland and East Greenland - 2 uniqe destinations creating an unforgettable holiday!
The Golden Circle, Kulusuk & Tasiilaq
This package includes overnight stays at same centrally situated hotel in Reykjavik, from where it is possible to join several excursions (optional) besides the included fullday Golden Circle excursion with English speaking guide (provided by Reykjavik Excursions). There will be plenty of time to indulge the atmosphere of Iceland´s capital and explore all its treasures.
The Golden Circle excursion from Reykjavik is an absolute must with visits to Thingvellir National Park, the impressive waterfall Gullfoss and the Geysir area. On this Golden Circle tour we have also included a relaxing visit to recreational Fontana Spa.
After two great days in Reykjavik you go by direct flight til East Greenland for another three nights in both Kulusuk and Tasiilaq with an immense opportunity to enjoy this fascinating area on your own or on very exciting excursions before returning to Reykjavik for the last two nights.
Kulusuk & Tasiilaq
Only for about 100 years ago, the East Greenlanders lived isolated from the rest of the world, which still influences the area. The language is different and the culture has deep roots in myths and legends, which - among other things - is expressed in the local handcraft like the Tupilak; small figures made from animal bones and teeth. The entrance to East Greenland is Kulusuk, situated on a small rocky island between jagged mountain peaks close to extensive fjords with active glaciers and icebergs. The landscape is ideal for hiking - e.g. to the top of the Isikajia mountain with an amazing view to Danmarksstrædet. You go by helicopter from Kulusuk to Tasiilaq (former Angmagsalik), that inspite of its only about 2000 inhabitants is the biggest town in East Greenland. A trip to Kulusuk and Tasiilaq is probably the closest one can come to the "the Old Greenland".
Transportation conditions
For what concerns climate and infrastructure Greenland is a quite unique destination. Please read about transportation conditions by clicking here.
Program for "Golden Circle & East Greenland"
July & August 2016: Daily departures from Reykjavik
June 2016: Mon-, Wednes-, Thurs-, Fri- & Saturdays from Reykjavik
Day 1
Individual arrival to Keflavik and transfer by "Airport Express" to hotel in Reykjavik
Overnight at Hotel Klettur or similar hotel in Reykjavik - please click for hotel list
Day 2
Golden Circle, fullday excursion
Entrance Fontana Spa
Overnight as day 1
Day 3
Individuel transfer to Reykjavik Airport (max. 10 min. drive from Reykjavik citycenter)
Departure by Air Iceland to Kulusuk, East Greenland (approx. 2 hours flight)
Short hike to Hotel Kulusuk and lunch at the hotel
Afternoon at leisure - optional excursions either pre-booked or booked up-front at the hotel
Click for inspiration - excursions East Greenland
Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Kulusuk
Day 4
By helicopter to Tasiilaq (former Angmagssalik)
Check-in and lunch at Hotel Angmagssalik
The day at leisure, click for inspiration - excursions East Greenland
Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Angmagssalik
Day 5
Day at leisure in Tasiilaq
Lunch, dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Angmagssalik
Day 6
Transfer to the heliport and by helicopter to Kulusuk
Direct flight to Reykjavik
Individual transfer to same hotel in Reykjavik as day 1 for overnight stay
Day 7
Day at leisure in Reykjavik with a Reykjavik Welcome Card, 24 hours
Overnight stay as day 6
Day 8 (or more)
Transfer by "Airport Express" to Keflavik Airport
Individual departure from Keflavik
Included
- Air Iceland flight Reykjavik-Kulusuk / Kulusuk-Reykjavik, 20 kgs luggage & taxes
- Helicopter Kulusuk-Tasiilaq / Tasiilaq-Kulusuk
- Airport transfers Keflavik Airport to hotel both ways
- 4 nights at hotel Reykjavik
- 4 x breakfast at hotel in Reykjavik
- 3 nights at hotel in East Greenland
- Fullboard in East Greenland
- Golden Circle fullday excursion
- Entrance to Fontana Spa
- Reykjavik Welcome Card, 24 hours
Optional
- Excursions not mentioned above
- Flight to Keflavik Airport, Iceland
- Transfer from hotel in Reykjavik to Reykjavik Airport and return
- Single room surcharge
- Additional nights in Iceland and/or East Greenland