Flight from Copenhagen- Nuuk- Qaqortoq

From Copenhagen, Denmark, we will fly with Air Greenland to Nuuk, there we will change to a smaller plane and fly towards Qaqortoq.

Practical information Flight times (local times)

Departure on 10 July 2026

• Departure from Copenhagen at 09:00 am
• Arrival in Copenhagen at 9:25 pm

Departure on 14 August 2026

• Departure from Copenhagen at 09:00 am
• Arrival in Copenhagen at 11:15 pm via Nuuk and Kangerlussuaq

Departure on 7 August 2026

• Departure from Copenhagen at 09:00 am
• Arrival in Copenhagen at 00:30 am on August 23 via Nuuk, Kangerlussuaq and Keflavik

Departures on 3, 17 and 31 July 2026

• Departure from Copenhagen at 09:00 am
• Departure from Nuuk at 10:30 pm with arrival in Copenhagen at 06:00 the following morning

Please note that departure times are subject to change by the airline.

In Qaqortoq, you will be staying at Hotel Qaqortoq. Yet again, there is an amazing view from the hotel where you can see the harbor. The town is located between the Qaqortoq Fjord and the great lake Tasersuaq.

QAQORTOQ CITY TOUR:

After check-in, we will take a walk around the colorful houses and flower gardens in Qaqortoq. As you wander the streets, you’ll also notice the art project “Stone and Man,” a collection of over 30 sculptures carved directly into the granite by artists from Greenland and abroad.

Hot Springs Excursion and time in Qaqortoq 

Today you will be on your own and have time to experience the many things there is to see in Qaqortoq. At the tourist office, you can get a map of the highlights of Qaqortoq. You can take a walk over the river and visit the open fish and meat market and the charming museum.

UNARTOQ HOT SPRINGS 

You will join the hot springs at Uunartoq. The rumor has it that when Leif Eriksson sailed west from Greenland to find new land almost 1025 years ago, he took a dip in Uunartoq before he and his friends headed out to sea. It is 4,5 hour boat trip where you will have 1,5 hours to enjoy the hot springs.

Boat trip to Igaliku

Our day starts with boat transfer from Qaqortoq to Igaliku. The serene sheep-farming village of Igaliku, situated at the head of Igaliku Fjord, is an ideal destination for slow travel in South Greenland. Surrounded by green meadows and dramatic mountains, the village invites visitors to slow down and enjoy the unique, tranquil atmosphere.

Igaliku is a UNESCO World Heritage site, famed for the well-preserved ruins of the Norse bishop’s residence and a small cathedral. These historic structures, built from distinctive reddish “Igaliku stone,” offer a powerful glimpse into the area's rich Norse history.

Comfortable accommodations at the Igaliku Bygdehotel, dinner at the hotel.

Full-day hiking trip in and around Igaliku

You can choose to enjoy a chill day at Igaliku or join our guide for a hike!

HIKE TO IGALIKU PLATEAU

This wonderful area invites you to take a guided hiking trip north of Igaliku to a fantastic viewpoint of the Qooroq glacier and the Greenland Ice Sheet on the horizon. On the way, we pass a small lake with a great chance to find moonstones. Other hiking routes are also possible, such as roaring waterfalls or Nuluk hill. The round-trip distance is about 17 kilometers, but every step is rewarded with stunning scenery.

After returning, a warm dinner awaits at the bygdehotel.

Igaliku/Gardar

Today, we will start with the famous "King's Road" walk. The gravel road goes past green valleys where you often can meet sheep or farmers.

After a 1-hour walk, we will reach Itellaq, where our boat waits for us!

QOOROQ ICEFJORD

We will sail into Qoorooq Icefjord (also known as the Sermilik Fjord), home to one of South Greenland's most active glaciers. For a few tranquil minutes, we pause the boat engine. Listen closely to the Arctic wilderness: the crackling of the ice, the distant glacier rumble. After that, we will continue our trip to Qassiarsuk.

QASSIARSUK- THE OLD BARTTAHLID

Qassiarsuk is a small village with about 50 people living there, most of them are sheep farmers.

The modern settlement of Qassiarsuk holds immense historical significance: this is the site where Erik the Red founded Brattahlid—the very first Norse farmstead in Greenland—around 982 AD.

Today, Qassiarsuk is a core part of the UNESCO World Heritage area Kujataa. This site uniquely tells the story of the past thousand years, highlighting the remarkable interaction between Norse and Inuit cultures in the Arctic.

During our trip, we will enjoy a simple picnic lunch. At the end of the day we will be back at the bygdehotel, we gather for our final dinner in Igaliku.

Hvalsey Church & boarding the local ferry

Today, we say goodbye to Igaliku. We will head back by boat to Qaqortoq (1 hour boat trip)

HVALSEY CHURCH 

Explore the old Norse Viking ruins. Engage yourself in the area's history, examine the 6-meter tall church walls and follow the stone hedge's, surrounding the old churchyard. Hvalsey Church is a standing proof of the Norse Vikings presence in Greenland, and it is said that the Vikings would gather for yearly Christian festivals. 

Later in the day, we will board the famous local ferry, Sarfaq Ittuk!

Once you're on board, we recommend spending as much time as possible watching the beautiful coastline. is you are lucky, you can spot seals and whales!

Dinner is served on board (drinks not included). Accommodation the Sarfaq Ittuk ferry. The ferry will pass and stop in some small cities.

Sailing day

Ride the Sarfaq Ittuk, the essential lifeline of Greenland’s coastal communities. This is not just a ferry; it's a unique opportunity for authentic slow travel.

Spend the day on deck absorbing the ever-changing panorama: massive icebergs, steep cliffs, and gleaming glaciers. Mingle with locals and gain invaluable insight into life in Greenland through genuine conversation.

Ferry Stops:

• Arsuk: Peaceful island village with crystal-clear waters.

• Paamiut: Lively town famous for its colorful houses and Norse-style church.

• Qeqertarsuatsiaat: One of Greenland’s oldest settlements, surrounded by skerries.

Please note: it is a short stops, so it is not possible to go ashore.

Experience a living portrait of the South West Coast before arriving at the capital.

Next Stop: Nuuk!

From South Greenland to the Capital of Greenland

Early in the morning, around 7:30, we arrive in Nuuk. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to Hotel Hans Egede. After checking in at the four-star Hotel Hans Egede, we enjoy breakfast and begin our exploration of Greenland’s capital.

CITY TOUR

We will explore Nuuk, Greenland’s largest and most dynamic city (approx. 20.000 inhabitants), where modern energy meets the Arctic wilderness.

Our guided tour covers the best of the capital:

• Greenland National Museum: Home to an exceptional ethnographic collection, including the famous Qilakitsoq mummies.

• Katuaq Cultural Center: Admire the unique, Northern Lights-inspired architecture.

• Historic Colonial Harbor: See the controversial statue of Hans Egede overlooking the stunning fjord scenery.

• Kalaaliaraq/Brættet: Visit the lively open-air market for fresh meat and fish.

From delicate jewelry to authentic sealskin clothing, the city's shops are perfect for finding unique Greenlandic crafts.

Boat trip to Qooqqut – catch your own dinner

At 3:30 PM, we depart from Nuuk on a boat trip to the lovely Qooqqut Nuan’ Restaurant. However, this is no normal restaurant visit! We sail through the vast fjord system behind Nuuk. In the Qooqqut Fjord, we stop and try to catch our own dinner.

After dinner, we will sail back to Nuuk and we will arrive around 9:00 PM.

Hello Ilulissat!

We will fly from Nuuk to Ilulissat and stay at Hotel Arctic or Hotel Ilulissat. Both hotels have an extremely beautiful view of the Icefjord.

'Ilulissat' is the Greenlandic word for icebergs and is Greenland’s third largest town. Approximately 4500 inhabitants and about 2500 sled dogs are fortunate enough to live in this amazing town. Ilulissat is located almost 300 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle means that the midnight sun rules until mid-July. It never gets completely dark and everything is shrouded in an orange which is magical!

TOWN WALK IN ILULISSAT

During the afternoon, we will go out on a guided tour where the guide will introduce you to modern life in contrast to the traditional hunting life which is still thriving in the town.

SERMERMIUT SETTLEMENT WALK

This day also offers a hike to the former Sermermiut settlement which is located beautifully at the mouth of the Ice Fjord. It is a beautiful walk along the fjord with a view of icebergs of all shapes and sizes. A walk you won't forget!

Explore Ilulissat on your own or go on a whale safari!

This day is at your disposal. There are many options for hiking in the area around Ilulissat. Ask your guide who can give you some good suggestions.

Whale Safari surrounded by icebergs in the Disco Bay

An experience you will not forget is getting close to large animals like whales. There are 15 species of whales in the waters around Greenland. During the summer, we usually see humpback, common minke whales, and fin whales. The whales swim in the entire Disko Bay during summer.

 Ilimanaq Lodge and dinner at the Restaurant

On this day, you will sail to Ilimanaq and stay overnight in the stunning cottages at Ilimanaq Lodge. You will get there by boat and sail past the mouth of the Ice Fjord before arriving at the port of Ilimanaq 45 minutes later.

The cabins at Ilimanaq Lodge are just amazing. They offer two floors with beds upstairs. When you wake up in the morning, you step down into the living room, sit on the couch, and watch the small fishing boats breaking the crystal-clear water!

Once you have checked in, you will hear more about the village. Ilimanaq is 15 kilometers south of Ilulissat and has approximately 50 inhabitants. Ilimanaq’s houses are painted in many stark colors as a contrast to the surrounding landscape.

Afterward, you can relax, take a walk, and enjoy the view from your terrace.

At night, you get to experience dinner in a local restaurant (Excl. drinks)

Day in Ilimanaq

Enjoy your breakfast in the restaurant. Today is a day to relax in your cabin watching icebergs or even whales passing by, or go on a small walk as a lunch is packed sandwiches, you can create your own adventure.

Ilimanaq Glacier Adventure

This tour is active and for people who are not afraid of adventure! You will sail with an open boat, change to ATV offroading in the Greenlandic tundra, and finally, you will step on the Greenlandic ice sheet. It may be a short walk, but all experience is worth it!

This tour is not recommended for guests with neck or back problems. The minimum age is 12 years.

Dinner is once again served at the Ilimanaq Lodge restaurant (drinks not included).

Sail tour to Eqi Glacier & check-in at Glacier Lodge Eqi

Today, we will sail northwards to Iliulissat and continue to the calving Eqi Glacier.  From Ilulissat to Eqi glacier, it is an approximately 2 hours sailing tour. As we get to Eqi, the boat sails close to the impressive glacier front where you might be lucky enough to witness small calvings.

Glacier Lodge Eqi

Afterward, we go ashore at Glacier Lodge Eqi which is located in the middle of the Arctic wilderness with beautiful direct views of the glacier. We will spend the next two nights in small cozy one-room wooden cabins for one or two persons. You won't share cabins with strangers.

There are no running water or sewerage facilities in the standard cabins, but this is part of the concept! The cabins are equipped with a gas stove for heating and candles as a light source. All meals are served in Café Victor (drinks not included).

If you wish, you can upgrade to 'Comfort cabins', which have private facilities and electricity – ask when you book your holiday!

HIKE TO DELTA
A short hike from the lodge brings us to the river and its broad delta, with beautiful views back toward Eqi Glacier — a perfect spot to sit, sip coffee or tea, and take it all in.

Glacier Lodge Eqi

After breakfast and check-out, we set out for the beautiful glacier moraine hike.

Hiking to the moraine

You can hike 4-5 hours from Glacier Lodge to the moraine at Eqi Glacier. The hike is not too difficult, but it is a bit uphill, and you should be prepared to cross a small river and then climb up the mountain a bit if you want to get the right view of the board from the moraine edge. Once you have done that, you will get the most astonishing view of the giant glacier.

Around 2:15 p.m., we sail back to Ilulissat on the same route as yesterday. Coffee, tea, and cake are served on board.

Back in Ilulissat, we check in again at Hotel Arctic.

Leisure day or enjoy booked excursions

Today is a day to relax or join the extra tours you booked!

Sailing among icebergs 

2,5 hour sailing tour among icebergs, the tour leads to Ilulissat icefjord, a UNESCO area where you will have time to enjoy the views of icy giants.

Helicopter tour (extra add-on)

This 1½-hour flight focuses on Ilulissat Icefjord and the Kangia Glacier — right in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In the evening, we gather for a farewell dinner at Hotel Arctic (drinks not included).

Flight from Ilulissat to Copenhagen, Denmark

Now it is time to say goodbye to Greenland. We will fly from Ilulissat to Copenhagen, Denmark. 

Practical information

Flight times (local times)

Departure on 10 July 2026

• Departure from Copenhagen at 09:00 am
• Arrival in Copenhagen at 9:25 pm

Departure on 14 August 2026

• Departure from Copenhagen at 09:00 am
• Arrival in Copenhagen at 11:15 pm via Nuuk and Kangerlussuaq

Departure on 7 August 2026

• Departure from Copenhagen at 09:00 am
• Arrival in Copenhagen at 00:30 am on August 23 via Nuuk, Kangerlussuaq and Keflavik

Departures on 3, 17 and 31 July 2026

• Departure from Copenhagen at 09:00 am
• Departure from Nuuk at 10:30 pm with arrival in Copenhagen at 06:00 the following morning

Please note that departure times are subject to change by the airline.