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Ilulissat Icefiord GREENLAND Greenland is the largest island on Earth, but has only 56,000 inhabitants scattered along the coast and living in small settlements. The interior is covered by a huge ice-cap and glacial tongues extend into the sea. Enjoy the spectacular scenery of this beautiful country, rich in contrasts and full of wonderful opportunities for all visitors, regardless of age. We offer over 30 different overnight packages to this magnificent land of adventure: to its isolated east coast settlements, to the contrasting nature of the south coast and to the arctic wonderland of giant glaciers and icebergs in the west. EAST GREENLAND East Greenland is one of nature’s last remaining unspoiled places and is considered the most authentic region of Greenland. DAY TOURS TO KULUSUK 3 – 5 DAY TOUR TO TASIILAQ 3 – 5 DAY TOUR TO KULUSUK & TASIILAQ Welcome to Greenland SOUTH GREENLAND The region is rich with Viking history and Eric the Red’s settlement in Brattahlið is a popular place to visit. South Greenland is heaven for hiking and activity holidays and can be perfectly combined with visits to different settlements, villages and towns. 2 – 4 DAY ADVENTURE BREAK 2 – 5 DAY TOUR TO NARSARSUAQ or NARSAQ 8 DAY SOUTH GREENLAND GRAND ADVENTURE 8 DAY ADVENTURE & HIKING TOUR 8 DAY HIKING & CAMPING TOUR WEST GREENLAND Ilulissat means icebergs in Greenlandic and the amazing Icefiord of Ilulissat was included on UNESCO’s world heritage list in 2004. Nuuk is Greenland’s colourful capital city located at a wonderful fjord system and surrounded by spectacular mountains. 3 – 5 DAY TOUR TO ILULISSAT or NUUK 8 – 10 DAY SOUTH TO WEST GREENLAND BY AIR WEST GREENLAND COASTAL VOYAGES Nuuk COLOURFUL NUUK The capital of Greenland is a fascinating city filled with contrasts, whether in culture or travel experiences. In Nuuk the modern Greenlandic society meets the old traditions and the 16,000 inhabitants live respecting the nature. The town is situated in a beautiful fjord system where the whales come in close in the summer and can be seen from the shore. Nuuk has it all – a new shopping mall and good restaurants, while at the harbor the Greenlandic hunters still bring in seal and reindeer to be sold at the local market. We offer several multiday packages including tours and activities such as sailing in the fjord, hiking, whale watching, city sightseeing, visiting a Greenlandic family, storytelling and exploring deserted Inuit settlements. VISIT US AT www.gjtravel.is Greenland West Coast COASTAL VOYAGES Travelling along the coast in Greenland is not only a spectacular nature experience, but also an opportunity to get close to the Greenlandic culture. Unlike other Arctic cruises that are designed for tourists, the Greenland coastal ferry carries more local passengers than foreign travellers. Greenlanders depend on the coastal ferry as an alternative to flying, and how lucky we are to have such a beautiful way to travel in Greenland! You dine alongside locals in the communal café and take in magnificent views from the upper decks. You have every chance to strike up a conversation and hear stories you won’t find anywhere in the internet. At the end of the journey, watch as your new acquaintances reunite with their families on the dock, and know that you are a witness to something unique to Greenland. Sailing in East Greenland ICELAND ARCTIC CRUISES We offer a wide selection of Arctic Expedition Cruises in Spitsbergen, East- and West Greenland. While cruising and hiking in the Arctic regions, you become increasingly fascinated by the unique and dramatic wilderness, vast and open spaces, the history and the people. These expedition cruise programs focus on viewing wildlife and the breathtaking scenery: ragged and barren mountains, fjords, narrow waterways, glaciers, icebergs, miles and miles of gentle tundra with dozens of flowering plants in vivid colours. In the frigid waters animals such as belugas, walruses and several seal species can be spotted. Whether it is an adventure into history, an exploration of natural wonders, or a look at rare and amazing cultures, there is an awe-inspiring voyage for everyone to one of the world’s most remote regions. 16
Ilulissat Icefiord Eqi Glacier Ilulissat Kayak in South Greenland Glacier hike South Greenland ILULISSAT EXPRESS This is the most exotic short break to Greenland! Experience in two days the most magnificent arctic nature and insight to Inuit culture. Ilulissat, the town of the icebergs, offers dramatic scenery at the mouth of the UNESCO designated Ilulissat Icefiord, where traditional Inuit culture is combined with modern life north of the Polar Circle. This fully escorted 2-day tour package includes a round trip flight Reykjavik-Ilulissat in West Greenland, a welcome meeting, an Ilulissat city tour, a midnight cruise, a guided walk to the famous Icefiord, and hotel accommodation with breakfast and dinner. DURATION: 2 days / 1 night DEPARTURES Daily, July – August LANGUAGES English ILULISSAT ADVENTURE The location of Ilulissat in West Greenland is breathtaking. Huge icebergs rising more than hundred meters above sea level are stranded at the mouth of the fjord. These icebergs are all products of the mighty and most productive glacier in the northern hemisphere. The Ilulissat Glacier daily gives birth to 20 million tons of ice. This fully escorted tour package includes a round trip flight Reykjavik -Ilulissat, a welcome meeting, an Ilulissat city tour, a midnight cruise, an Eqi glacier boat trip, a guided walk to the Icefiord, and hotel accommodation with breakfast and dinner. DURATION: 3 days / 2 nights DEPARTURES June – August LANGUAGES English AMAZING DAYS IN ILULISSAT West Greenland is one of the premier destinations for people dreaming of a trip to the Arctic. Unspoiled wilderness, giant icebergs, glittering glaciers, large whales and the exciting mix of authentic Inuit culture and a modern society pulse under the magical light of the midnight sun. 4,000 people and about 3,500 sled dogs live in Ilulissat, West Greenland. This 4 or 5 days fully escorted program includes a round trip flight Reykjavik-Ilulissat, a welcome meeting, daily excursions, and a 3 or 4 nights hotel stay with daily breakfast and two dinners. DURATION: 4-5 days DEPARTURES June – September LANGUAGES English SOUTH GREENLAND ADVENTURE BREAKS South Greenland is blessed with an extraordinary and untamed beauty located on the edge of the unexplored Arctic. These fully -escorted and unique adventure trips take you from Iceland to South Greenland and include accommodation with private facilities. You explore iceberg filled fjords with adventurous RIB boats, navigate close to large glacier fronts, walk to the Flower Valley, enjoy spectacular mountain views and get kayaking opportunities among icebergs. You gain first-hand knowledge of the home of the Inuit and the history of its first settlers. DURATION: 2-4 days DEPARTURES June – September LANGUAGES English VISIT US AT www.gjtravel.is ICELAND SOUTH GREENLAND GRAND ADVENTURE A fully - escorted adventure tour, staying in hotels and guesthouses. Navigate a sea filled with icebergs and hike with crampons on one of the world’s oldest ice fields. Visit the towns of Narsaq and Qaqortoq, and several Inuit settlements. See local fauna such as eagles, caribou, foxes, arctic hares, whales and seals. Explore Viking ruins and the most important archaeological treasures in the South of Greenland. The trip includes a cultural exchange with locals, a 4x4 tour and a helicopter trip with unforgettable views of the fjord system and the Inland Ice Cap. DURATION: 8 days / 7 nights DEPARTURES June – September LANGUAGES English 17
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