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Explore Nuuk, Greenland's capital and largest city

This Greenland vacation package to Nuuk from Icelandair will settle you into a cozy accommodation at Hotel Hans Egede, including daily breakfast. The view of the fjord and mountains from the hotel is spectacular and gives you the feeling of being close to the nature. There is also a short walk to some shops and the old port.

You'll enjoy a fun guided walking tour around Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, to discover the historical development of the city and stop at some of the best photo sights in town. The guided tour takes approximately 3 hours.

Flying to Greenland: Know before you go

This Icelandair vacation packages includes a free day to explore on your own. Check out the small, walkable town of Nuuk by foot or book an additional day tour. Consider a boat tour and follow in the footsteps of the first Inuit as you cruise around to the best of their hunting grounds. There is a strong possibility of seeing some wildlife and there is no specific route, that is up to the captain each day.

Please note that prices and seat availability are limited.

Weather and delays in Greenland

Flights to Nuuk, Greenland (GOH) depart from Iceland's Keflavik International Airport (KEF) with a flight time of 3 hours and 45 minutes.

Delays due to weather can occur throughout Greenland year-round, so we recommend being fully prepared in case of such an eventuality. While Icelandair is not responsible for changes caused by weather conditions, both Greenlanders and Icelandair are well-accustomed to such delays and are ready to assist in case they happen.

As you wait for your trip to begin, additional preparation on the side of the customer will help making any delays easier for you to navigate. Prior to departure, we highly recommend securing travel insurance for bookings to Greenland which includes coverage for travel delays. During your trip stay in close contact with Icelandair by checking the Icelandair homepage for the latest details, in case of flight delays or cancellations. For additional information on travel to Greenland, be sure to check out our dedicated page covering airports, aircraft, safety regulations and more.

What can we do in Nuuk?

Greenland weather brings low temperatures, snow and ice, especially in the winter months, so it’s no surprise a lot of things to do in Nuuk are located indoors. Highlights include the Nuuk Art Museum, the National Museum and Archives, and the beautiful Katuaq Cultural Centre featuring dancing, concerts, films, art exhibits, performances and more. Be sure to check out their calendar for all the best upcoming events!

Braving the elements though are a given in Greenland, and there’s so much to do outside when Mother Nature allows. Glacier cruises, hiking fjords, paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing, helicopter tours, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg! Visit local settlements close to Nuuk via the Nuuk Water Taxi to see how locals live outside the cosmopolitan capital. Go shopping for uniquely Greenlandic items – you can even pick up a traditional Greenlandic costume for protection against the elements back home!

Included in this package

To Nuuk, Greenland

Economy Standard
Round Trip
Flights connect at Keflavík, Iceland (KEF)
1 checked in bag (44 lbs) per person
1 carry-on bag (13 lbs) per person
Advance seat assignment selection

Accommodation, three nights (minimum)

Standard double or twin room
Upgrade available for purchase
Choose your hotel and room type
Breakfast included at select hotels
Convenient and centrally-located options

Nuuk walking tour

Tour operator: Nonni Travel
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
Meeting place: Tupilak Travel at Imaneq 18

Taxes & fees

All taxes, fees and fuel surcharges are included.

Saga Points to Greenland

Earn 8,200 Saga Points on round-trip flights included in all Icelandair Holidays vacation packages to Greenland
Day 1First in line for departure

On your way to Greenland, familiarize yourself with music, television and film from our home of Iceland with the seatback in-flight entertainment system - available to all passengers throughout the flight duration!


Day 2Welcome to Greenland!

First stop: Iceland! Welcome to Keflavík International Airport, Iceland's main airport, and your connecting point to your final destination - Greenland! After your 3.5 hour flight to Nuuk, grab a taxi to your hotel, Hotel Hans Egede where check-in begins at 2pm. Once settled, the rest of your day is free to rest or explore!


Day 3It's adventure time!

Your walking tour starts in the Colonial Harbour where the houses stand like when they were built 200-300 years ago. You'll pass old whale blubber process equipment, Hans Egedes House, and the sculpture of Sedna mother of the sea and the stature of Hans Egede by the old church. On to the open-air market where newly caught fish, seal and reindeer are sold. Next the walk takes you past the Greenlandic Parliament to the culture center Katuaq in the middle of town. In this beautiful building local artists often exhibit during summer.

The tour includes visiting the National Museum, where you'll find artifacts from all periods and civilizations in Greenland.

The tour ends in the cafe at Katuaq, where Greenlandic tapas are served. The plate contains tastings of different kinds of dried fish and meat, along with shrimps, scallops and other local quality food products.

After lunch there are good shopping opportunities close to Katuaq.


Day 4 (note: you can extend your trip!)Free day!

Today's adventures ahead are entirely up to you! Interested in another tour? We recommend checking out Guide to Greenland for ideas that will surely get the brainstorming started. From fishing to paddleboarding, the options are purely Greenlandic and not to be missed.


Your final dayBon voyage, Greenland

Today you'll head home, again connecting via our hub at Keflavík International Airport. Greenland is one of Icelandair's newest destinations, and we've only just started with holiday adventure offers to this magnificent locale. When you find yourself longing for Greenland, be sure to check back when the urge to return arrives - it just may be start sooner than you'd expect!

Accommodations

fromCAD 2,689 Per person, based on 2 adults
Tour operator / Authorised by the Icelandic Tourist Board