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Magical Northern Lights on Top of the World

REGION
Greenland
THEME
Stay
ACTIVITIES
Aurora borealis, Glacier, Ice cap
DURATION
7 days
DIFFICULTY
Easy

A beautiful autumn journey with stunning colors and vast amounts of ice. These 5-day hotel vacations can offer tundra safaris, musk oxen, the Greenland ice cap, and (from September onwards) also Northern Lights!

It’s the perfect autumn weekend! Enjoy and explore the Northern Lights and the Greenland ice cap! Take a few extra days off and hop on a plane to Kangerlussuaq in Greenland, just 4 and a half hours’ flight from Copenhagen airport in Denmark.

Kangerlussuaq – try amazing experiences In the area around Kangerlussuaq, you will find many incredible experiences: woolly musk oxen, one of the world’s longest fjords, and breathtaking mountains. Take a trip to the Greenland ice cap and expect to see the Northern Lights dancing in the sky.

Today, Kangerlussuaq is the busiest airport in Greenland. The colony’s history is interesting, starting during World War II, through the Cold War, and developing into a modern international airport.

Please note that the Northern Lights may not be visible in the sky before mid-September. Therefore, you should not expect to see them on departures in late summer.

Highlights

Get closer to the pristine nature of the Arctic Walk ON the inland ice cap Experience the Greenlandic tundra Admire the Northern Lights Don’t miss a trip to the impressive Russell Glacier

DEPARTURE DATES
August 16, 30, 2023
September 20, 27, 2023
October 04, 11, 18, 25, 2023
November 01, 08, 15, 22, 29, 202

Detailed program

DAY 1 | PARIS / COPENHAGEN

Departure for Copenhagen on SAS regular flights. Free transfer to your hotel. Overnight at the Imperial Hotel or similar in Copenhagen.

DAY 2 | COPENHAGEN / KANGERLUSSAQ – WELCOME AND TOUR

Free transfer to the airport.

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You’ll be traveling from Copenhagen to Kangerlussuaq with Air Greenland, giving you 4 and a half hours to prepare for your adventure in Greenland. As the plane approaches Greenland, the sight of nunataks and the vast icy desert indicates what awaits you.

Kangerlussuaq welcomes you with a breath of fresh coolness. Upon arrival, you’ll check in at the Kangerlussuaq Hotel. The hotel’s location is as central as possible, as it’s situated in the airport building. You just need to bring your luggage from the baggage carousel to the reception. The rooms are spacious, and you’ll either have a view of “Koekkenfjeld” (Mount Hassel) or a view of the village and its immediate surroundings. Kangerlussuaq is beautifully nestled between incredible mountains and close to the ice cap. It’s the only place in Greenland that allows easy access to areas where you can get up close to wild reindeer and musk oxen.

After check-in, there will be an information meeting at the nearby Polar Lodge. Here, you’ll get further information about the Kangerlussuaq area and its many excursion possibilities. With all the practical information sorted out, it’s now time to explore the former American airbase on a guided bus tour, giving you insight into the fascinating history and nature of the region.

DAY 3 | EXPLORE KANGERLUSSUAQ AT YOUR LEISURE OR OPTIONAL ACTIVITY TO THE ICE CAP

The area around Kangerlussuaq is the only inhabited place in the interior of Greenland. The climate is continental with very stable weather conditions. Originally, this was also the main reason why the Americans chose this location for their base. If you wander around the area, there are still remnants to see from that time.

You are welcome to explore at your own pace, but we recommend an excursion to the Greenland Ice Sheet Point 660, which offers a unique opportunity to stand above ice several feet thick and very ancient!

Excursion to the Greenland Ice Sheet, Point 660 (optional)


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The Greenland Ice Sheet is the second-largest ice sheet in the world, covering 80% of Greenland, and has always attracted expeditions and researchers. And with good reason; it’s a truly unique experience to gaze upon the vast ice field and feel the forces of nature. Along the way, we pass by the spectacular Russell Glacier, another breathtaking sight with its vertical ice wall reaching up to 60 meters.

DAY 4 | EXPLORE KANGERLUSSUAQ AT YOUR LEISURE OR OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

Another day with plenty of opportunities. We recommend a visit to the tundra and wildlife.

Tundra Safari near Kangerlussuaq

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Kangerlussuaq boasts incredibly beautiful nature and is home to the massive musk oxen. We traverse the stunning tundra landscape in our 4×4 truck, and the guide will talk to us about the diverse wildlife in this area. Perhaps we’ll be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of musk oxen and learn more about these woolly creatures.

Musk oxen roam freely in the Kangerlussuaq region. It’s impossible to predict if we’ll be able to get close to the musk oxen or simply admire them from afar. The guide always brings binoculars, so there’s a very good chance of seeing these amazing animals and other wildlife in the area. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to explore the stunning nature and wildlife around Kangerlussuaq.

Northern Lights Hunt (optional)

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Kangerlussuaq is one of the best places to see the Northern Lights in Greenland due to its highly stable climate. We venture away from the base into the night and await the breathtaking sight of nature’s light show. On clear evenings, we often witness some of the most beautiful Northern Lights displays in Kangerlussuaq. Seeing the curtain of light floating in various shades of green is an unforgettable sight.

DAY 5 | EXPLORE KANGERLUSSUAQ AT YOUR LEISURE OR OPTIONAL ACTIVITY TO RUSSELL GLACIER

Over the years, many travelers have had beautiful experiences at Russell Glacier.

Russell Glacier Excursion (optional)

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During our visit to Russell Glacier, you will discover the spectacular glacier, which is an impressive sight with its vertical ice wall rising up to 40 meters. You may also have the chance to spot musk oxen, reindeer, or even a hare roaming in the hills.

DAY 6 | KANGERLUSSUAQ / COPENHAGEN

Your Greenland adventure is coming to an end, at least for now. The Airbus is waiting to take you back to Copenhagen with an arrival 4 hours and 30 minutes later. Transfer on your own to your hotel. Overnight at the Imperial Hotel or similar in Copenhagen.

DAY 7 | COPENHAGEN / PARIS

Breakfast. Transfer on your own to the airport. Departure to Paris on SAS regular flights.

End of our services.

HOTEL KANGERLUSSUAQ

The Kangerlussuaq Hotel is located as centrally as possible, within the airport building itself, so you need to retrieve your luggage and bring it to the reception for check-in. All rooms are spacious and offer a view of the so-called Kitchen Mountain or a view of the city and its surroundings. The hotel features a highly renowned restaurant and cafeteria, which is the meeting place for all locals in the area and the 220,000 passengers who pass through Kangerlussuaq each year.

Travel periods

Departures from 16/08/2023 to 20/12/2023

Prices

From 2,170€VAT included
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Pricing information

Price per person in Euros, all taxes included

Season 1:
Double/twin room: €2265
Single supplement: €530

Season 2:
Double/twin room: €2170
Single supplement: €485

Season 1: August 30, September 06, 13, 20, 27, October 11
Season 2: October 18, November 01, 08, 15, 22, 29, December 06, 13

Child price (2 to 11 years old): Please contact us.

OUR RATES INCLUDE :

  • SAS regular flights Paris/Copenhagen/Paris in Economy Class T
  • Airport taxes, €156 at present, subject to change
  • 2 nights in a double/twin room at the Imperial Copenhagen Hotel or similar, with breakfast included
  • Roundtrip flights Copenhagen/Kangerlussuaq, including 20kg checked baggage and 8kg hand luggage
  • Transfers in Greenland
  • 4 nights in a double room at the Kangerlussuaq Hotel with private bathroom/toilet
  • Breakfasts
  • Snacks and beverages on board the Air Greenland flight from Copenhagen to Kangerlussuaq
  • Welcome with an English-speaking guide
  • Tour with an English-speaking guide
  • Towels and bed linen at the Kangerlussuaq Hotel
  • Complimentary travel insurance

OUR RATES DO NOT INCLUDE :

  • Meals
  • Excursions (we recommend preserving our excursion package)
  • Any service not mentioned in the “our rates include” section
  • Cancellation insurance
  • Multirisk “PREMIUM” (please contact us for details)

Good to know

Excursion Package with 3 Excursions
Travel Season: August – December

This excursion package offers you the fantastic opportunity to enjoy the Arctic nature near Kangerlussuaq.

  • Excursion to the Greenland Ice Sheet, Point 660 (5 hours)
  • Excursion to the Greenland Ice Sheet, Russell Glacier (4 hours)
  • Tundra Safari by 4×4 bus (1h30)

Our excursion packages consist of the most popular excursions and are tailored to fit your travel day schedule. We recommend booking the package when booking your trip. Booking later may result in the package being sold out.

Price: 230 euros

Northern Lights in the Polar Sky Travel
Season: Mid-September to April

On clear nights, you can often see the most incredible Northern Lights in Kangerlussuaq. We will head where we are not disturbed by city artificial light, allowing nature to reveal itself.

  • Roundtrip transfer
  • A cup of Greenlandic coffee
  • Guide sharing stories about the Northern Lights and Greenlandic myths

We recommend booking the package when booking your trip.

Price:

Order Full Board when booking your trip

Book your Full Board package before departure, and you’ll be ready to go upon arrival. Everything is taken care of. Dinners are served at the Rowing Club Restaurant. The restaurant is located four kilometers from Kangerlussuaq next to Lake Fergusson.

  • 4 x lunch (lunch/sandwich package – convenient for excursions)
  • 3 dinners at the Rowing Club Restaurant

Price: 180 euros