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6 Day Iceland & Greenland Highlights
Highlights: Reykjavik, Tasiilaq
Trip start: Reykjavik
Trip end: Reykjavik
Price Range from $1,938 to $3,372 *
* USD per person based on 2-4 people, double occupancy. Custom designed personal tour. Prices subject to change.

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Trip Summary
Map of Itinerary
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The perfect combination - Iceland and Greenland! Explore a land of steaming hot springs, glaciers, waterfalls, active volcanoes, geysers and unique wildlife in Iceland. Take a guided city tour of Reykjavík, the world’s most northern capital complete with world class galleries, superb shopping, gourmet cuisine, award winning music and lively nightlife. Unwind in the turquoise healing waters of the Blue Lagoon, one of the most awe-inspiring geothermal spas in the world. Travel to Gullfoss, the queen of Icelandic waterfalls and the Gullfoss Geyser which sends a jet of steaming water 200 feet skyward. Take a scenic cruise through Breiðafjörður Bay and trawl for shellfish. Visit the Bjarnarhöfn Shark Museum and discover the history of these magnificent predators within the region. Take a tour of the Icelandic Settlement Centre in Borgarnes and learn the various saga’s of legendary Viking warriors of old. For those on a quest for action, Iceland’s pristine nature offers great potential for outdoor activities such as snowmobiling, horseback riding, cave exploring, hiking, swimming, skiing, river rafting, kayaking, and legendary whale watching. From Iceland, take a flight to Greenland. This island is actually the largest island on the planet, located in the arctic circle - where visitors can guarantee an unforgettable holiday experience. During the summer, ice, glaciers and icebergs break up and drift trough the fjords, creating a unique scenery. Tasiilaq formerly known as Ammassalik is the largest town in East Greenland with about 1,400 residents. It lies just south of the Arctic Circle and boasts long hours of daylight in the summer and the splendor of the northern lights in the winter. You will stay at Hotel Ammassalik, which offers twin bedded rooms with private facilities, shower, WC, TV, restaurant, bar, souvenir shop, currency exchange, as well as information service. Choose from a number of exciting guided excursions before your return flight to Reykjavik.

Day Activities Hotel
Day 1
Reykjavik
  • Reykjavik: Transfer - Private - Airport (International) - Vehicle/Driver
  • Welcome package
  • Lunch (not included)
  • Private - 1/2 d City Tour with National Museum, Sculpture Museum and Hallgrímskirkja Church (2-3hrs) - Vehicle/Guide
  • Dinner (not included)
Bjork (3*) (B)
Day 2
Reykjavik
  • Shared - 1/2 day Gulfoss & Geysir - Vehicle/Guide
  • Lunch (not included)
  • At Leisure
  • Dinner (not included)
Bjork (3*) (B)
Day 3
Tasiilaq
  • Transfer - Private - Airport (International) - Vehicle/Driver
  • Air - Flight to Kulusuk
  • Air - Helicopter to Tasiilaq, Ammassalik Island
  • Tasiilaq: Optional Excursions
  • Dinner (included)
Hotel Ammassalik (F/B) 
Day 4
Tasiilaq
  • Breakfast (included)
  • Optional Excursions
  • Lunch (included)
  • Dinner (included)
Hotel Ammassalik (F/B) 
Day 5
Reykjavik
  • Breakfast (included)
  • Air - Helicopter to Kulusuk
  • Air - Flight to Reykjavik
  • Reykjavik: Transfer - Private - Airport (International) - Vehicle/Driver
  • Dinner (not included)
Bjork (3*) (B)
Day 6
Reykjavik
  • Transfer - Private - Airport - via Blue Lagoon (with entrance fee) - Vehicle/Driver
  • Lunch (not included)
  • Dinner (not included)
Depart (Int`l Airport) 
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, 1/2d = Half Day, Al = All Inclusive

Trip Options
All of our itineraries may be customized as you wish, add extra days, change a hotel, see different sights. Contact one of our expert consultants for your free, no-obligation vacation plan.

Itinerary

Day 1 Reykjavik

Reykjavík is the capital and largest city of Iceland, and the world's most northern national capital. It is located in southwestern Iceland, on the southern shore of Faxaflói Bay. It is the heart of Iceland's economic and governmental activity.  Today, Reykjavík  is the only metropolitan area in Iceland.   As it is only slightly south of the Arctic Circle, Reykjavik receives only four hours of daylight on the shortest day in winter. During the summer, the nights are almost as bright as the days. It has continued to see population growth in past years as well as growth in areas of commerce and industry.

Relax on your airport transfer in Reykjavik with a private vehicle and driver. Please note that a surcharge may be post billed to you if you require a transfer after 8pm or before 7am.

A welcome package with your vouchers, a city map and any other touristic information that you may find useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival at your first hotel on your trip.

Enjoy a half day tour visiting the most important sights of the City. You will see the old town centre, the Parliament, the Cathedral, the harbour, the Pearl and Höfði house, the summit site of 1986. During the tour you will drive past the city's salmon river (which is proof that Reykjavík is a pollution free capital) and the Árbæjarsafn outdoor folk museum, which offers an interesting contrast to the modern buildings of the most recent part of city, and an outdoor swimming pool in Laugardalur which is heated with water from natural hot springs under the city. Visit the Ásmundur Sveinsson Sculpture museum and Hallgrímskirkja Church (whose steeple is a Reykjavík landmark). The tour includes private driver-guide for the tour and entrance fee to the National Museum.

The Bjork (3*) is a modern hotel perfectly located a few minutes' walk from Reykjavik city centre and the main shopping street. The main bus terminal Hlemmur is very close-by as is the Kringlan shopping mall. Hotel Björk offers 55 spacious and tastefully decorated rooms, all equipped with private facilities, hair dryer, telephone, satellite TV and radio. For something to eat why not pop into the Potturinn og Pannan restaurant for a delicious selection of traditional and international cuisine prepared using the freshest of local produce.

Overnight at Bjork (3*).


Reykjavik
Reykjavik
Hallgrímskirkja Church
Hallgrímskirkja Church
Bjork Hotel
Bjork Hotel
Day 2 Reykjavik

Spend the afternoon on a shared tour where, after being picked up from your hotel, you will encounter a cross-section of Iceland's most visited natural and geological phenomena. The world-famous Geysir geothermal field is highlighted on this tour as well as Gullfoss, the queen of Icelandic waterfalls. Entrance to Geysir Multi-Media museum is included.

Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.

Overnight at Bjork (3*).


Gullfoss Waterfall
Gullfoss Waterfall
Day 3 Tasiilaq

Relax on your airport transfer in Reykjavik with a private vehicle and driver. Please note that a surcharge may be post billed to you if you require a transfer after 8pm or before 7am.

Enjoy a flight from Reykjavik to Kulusuk. The flight duration takes 6 hours and 40 minutes.

Tasiilaq (Ammassalik) is only a 10-minute helicopter ride from Kulusuk, but this short flight is one of the most scenic expeditions imaginable as you cross the ice-filled sea separating these two mountainous islands. Light refreshments on board aircraft are included.

Upon arrival in Tasiilaq, Ammassalik Island you can choose from a number of exciting guided excursions such as: Iceberg Boat Cruise, Ikateq Village by boat, Valley of flowers, Hiking tour and Helicopter sightseeing.

Hotel Ammassalik, Greenland´s most established tourist hotel is renowned for its magnificent location, overlooking a picturesque town, sheltered fjord and majestic mountains.The hotel is fully modernised, yet retains its friendly, informal style.

Overnight at Hotel Ammassalik (F/B).


Helicopter Ride
Helicopter Ride
Hotel Ammassalik
Hotel Ammassalik
Day 4 Tasiilaq

Take advantage of this day by choosing from their optional excursions such as: Iceberg Boat Cruise, Ikateq Village by boat, Valley of flowers, Hiking tour and Helicopter sightseeing.

Overnight at Hotel Ammassalik (F/B).


Hiking through Greenland Fjords
Hiking through Greenland Fjords
Day 5 Reykjavik

Today you will return to Kulusuk by helicopter. Light refreshments on board aircraft are included.

In the afternoon you will take a flight to Reykjavik.

Relax on your airport transfer in Reykjavik with a private vehicle and driver. Please note that a surcharge may be post billed to you if you require a transfer after 8pm or before 7am.

Overnight at Bjork (3*).


Kulusuk
Kulusuk
Day 6 Reykjavik

Enjoy a private transfer between Reykjavik International Airport and your hotel with private vehicle and English-speaking driver. Your driver will make a stop at the Blue Lagoon for you to enjoy the famous healing properties of the mineral waters (entrance fee included).

Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.

Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport).


Blue Lagoon
Blue Lagoon

Trip Includes
Guaranteed departure - Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services

Trip Excludes
Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance

Trip Terms & Conditions

  • Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
  • Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
  • Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
  • Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
  • Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
  • Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
  • Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.