South Greenland Heritage & History
Starting from: Keflavik
Season: 1st Jun-15th Sep
Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
Highlights: Narsarsuaq - Qooroq ice fjord - Qassiarsuk - Qaqortoq - Great Greenland tannery - Hvalsey Church Ruins - Uunartoq hot springs
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Fly from Keflavik to Narsarsuaq. Situated amidst the great fertile plains from where Greenland got its name, the town of 140 residents was an American air base up to 1941.
Today it is the gateway to South Greenland from where you can take a boat trip to get closer to the ice cap at Qooroq, visit the sheep farming village where Erik the Red had once settled and the interesting Narsarsuaq Museum.
You will also visit the eastern settlement of Qaqortoq where you can experience the art, culture and lives of people; relax in the Uunartoq hot springs and take a boat trip to the best preserved Norse ruins at Hvalsey.
If you'd like more adventures and hiking, check out our South Greenland Hiking Adventure.
Each of our holidays is a personal experience and our goal is to design an itinerary that matches your dream trip.
Below is a 4 day / 3 night sample itinerary to give you a general idea of our South Greenland Heritage & History trip starting from Keflavik:
Day 1 - Narsarsuaq & Qooroq Ice fjord
Take a 2.5 hour flight from Keflavik to Narsarsuaq, the gateway to South Greenland.
You can visit the interesting museum to learn more about life through the ages.
In the evening you have a boat tour to the Qooroq ice fjord to enjoy the midnight sun and fantastic views of the glacier. You will also enjoy a cocktail made with glacial ice.
Overnight at Hotel Narsarsuaq.
Day 2 - Qassiarsuk & Qaqortoq
In the morning transfer by boat to the ancient Viking settlement of Qassiarsuk. Settled by Eric the Red over 1000 years ago, farmers still cultivate the same lands today. You will also visit the Brattahlid open-air museum.
Later transfer by boat from Qassiarsuk to Qaqortoq where your local guide will take you on a walking tour of the town and to the Great Greenland tannery.
Overnight at Hotel Qaqortoq.
Optional add-ons:
Kaffemik and drum dance show
Qassiarsuk hiking tour
Day 3 -Uunartoq Hot Springs
Take a boat tour to the island of Uunartoq where you can relax in the famous hot springs and enjoy spectacular views of the sea and icebergs floating by.
Optional add-ons:
Whale watching tour
Day 4 - Hvalsey Church Ruins & Departure
In the morning take a boat tour to the Hvalsey Fjord to visit the best-preserved Norse ruins in Greenland and get an insight into Viking history.
Once back in Qaqortoq, you will have a boat transfer back to Narsarsuaq from where you can catch your flight back to Iceland.
We can customise this trip to add a few extra days with tours and activities of specific interest to you. Just let us know what you would like and we can make it happen!
Price: From 16,120 DKK per person on a twin sharing basis
Inclusions:
- Return flight from Keflavik to Narsarsuaq
- Return boat transfer Narsarsuaq to Qassiarsuk
- Return boat transfer Narsarsuaq to Qaqortoq
- 3 night accommodation in a 3-star hotel (double or twin room with private bath and breakfast)
- Qaqortoq walking tour with tannery visit
- 2-hour Midnight sun boat tour to Qooroq including a drink
- 2-hour Boat tour to Hvalsey
- 4.5 hour Uunartoq Hot springs tour
We can also include tours and activities of your choice and recommendations for self-guided walks and hikes.
And of course, we are always available for questions or assistance during your trip.
Additional information for your Greenland trip will be sent to you along with the detailed itinerary. This will include details about weather and clothing, currencies and payments, electricity system, food and water, safety, contact information and other useful tips.