In the recent years you may have seen tons and tons of tourists flocking in to Iceland, but not Greenland. If you are looking to visit somewhere with majestic background and primeval with less tourists, Greenland is definitely on the list.
We keep our itinerary flexible to cater for any unexpected weather condition and opportunities that arise. Daily activities include trekking (sometimes on snow, icecap and tundra), ice fjord cruise, and settlement visit, with options for kayaking excursions, dog sled and other short scenic treks. During the night, you can catch the dancing northern lights. The night sky is regularly illuminated by the glow of northern lights from early autumn. Legend provides that children conceived under the magical northern lights are particularly intelligent.
We keep our itinerary flexible to cater for any unexpected weather condition and opportunities that arise. Daily activities include trekking (sometimes on snow, icecap and tundra), ice fjord cruise, and settlement visit, with options for kayaking excursions, dog sled and other short scenic treks. During the night, you can catch the dancing northern lights. The night sky is regularly illuminated by the glow of northern lights from early autumn. Legend provides that children conceived under the magical northern lights are particularly intelligent.
If you are an adventure seeker and would also love to take stunning photos when you are on holiday, ‘Greenland 2020’ gives you the best of both worlds. We have customised the package in a way that you will get to experience the ruggedness of different treks (at Kangerlussuaq's ice cap and tundra, Ilulissat along the coastal lines and Oqaatsut) and also get your fair share of ‘Instagram superstar moments’.
Here are some sights that you will come across during the trek and cruise ride.
Here are some sights that you will come across during the trek and cruise ride.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Point 660 Ice Cap
- Russell Glacier
- Guided City Walk at Ilulissat
- Kangia Icefiord (Sermermiut)
- Evening Cruise at Ilulissat
- Settlement Visit to Oqaatsut (Least beaten settlement)
- Guided hike from Oqaatsut to Ilulissat (22km)
KANGERLUSSUAQ
Kangerlussuaq is a former U.S. military base and serves as the international gateway for the majority of travel to and from Greenland today. The town serves as the transportation hub for the country today, connecting travelers and locals with other towns in Greenland to international destinations like Copenhagen, Denmark and Iceland. The town is also surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and wildlife. Thousands of musk oxen roam the mountains and valleys near the town, which are accessible by hiking trails.
We will do a road trip through rugged yet beautiful landscapes, formed by the extending and retreating Ice Cap throughout many years. On the way in to the ice, we’ll make stops (view point to Russell Glacier, and by the crashed planes). If conditions permit, we will be able to walk up upon the Icecap itself.
ILULISSAT
Ilulissat is the third largest town in Greenland with about 5,000 inhabitants. It also house the Sermermiut valley of Ilulissat which became a UNESCO Heritage site in 2004. There are 4 settlements around Ilulissat namely Saqqaq, Qeqertaq, Oqaatsut and Ilimanaq. Out of these 4 settlements, we will be visiting Oqaatsut.
OQAATSUT
Oqaatsut is a small settlement with a long history going back to the 1600 when it was first inhabited. The Dutch whalers called the place Rodebay back in the 1600’s, which is also known as “Red Bay” due to its strategic location where the whales were pulled up onto the land here if they were caught in the Ilulissat area.
Oqaatsut has less than 50 inhabitants and is one of the smaller settlements in Greenland. The town is placed 18 km north of Ilulissat on a peninsula with a beautiful view of the ice fjord and its icebergs. The town holds a school, a small church with enough space for 100 people. You can also find a small grocery shop and a small health care facility.
We will travel to Oqaatsut via ice breaker speed boat and trek back to Ilulissat.
Oqaatsut is a small settlement with a long history going back to the 1600 when it was first inhabited. The Dutch whalers called the place Rodebay back in the 1600’s, which is also known as “Red Bay” due to its strategic location where the whales were pulled up onto the land here if they were caught in the Ilulissat area.
Oqaatsut has less than 50 inhabitants and is one of the smaller settlements in Greenland. The town is placed 18 km north of Ilulissat on a peninsula with a beautiful view of the ice fjord and its icebergs. The town holds a school, a small church with enough space for 100 people. You can also find a small grocery shop and a small health care facility.
We will travel to Oqaatsut via ice breaker speed boat and trek back to Ilulissat.
THE ITINERARY
D1 – 6 August 2020 (Thursday)
D2 – 7 August 2020 (Friday)
D3 – 8 August 2020 (Saturday)
D4 – 9 August 2020 (Sunday) - Singapore's National Day
D5 – 10 August 2020 (Monday) - Public Holiday
D6 – 11 August 2020 (Tuesday)
D7 – 12 August 2020 (Wednesday)
D8 – 13 August 2020 (Thursday)
D9 – 14 August 2020 (Friday)
D10 – 15 August 2020 (Saturday)
D11 – 16 August 2020 (Sunday)
D12 – 17 August 2020 (Monday)
- Depart Singapore for Copenhagen (CPH)
D2 – 7 August 2020 (Friday)
- Arrive at Copenhagen (CPH)
- Check-in at Copenhagen Accommodation
- Free and Easy at Copenhagen (Copenhagen Pass provided - 1 day unlimited),Copenhagen Card covers:
- Up to 87 attractions and museums entrance fee
- Free metro ride in Copenhagen region
- Accommodation at Copenhagen
D3 – 8 August 2020 (Saturday)
- Transfer to Copenhagen (CPH) Airport via metro
- Depart for Kangerlussuaq (SFJ)
- Transfer to hostel
- Visit Point 660 Ice Cap
- Accommodation at Kangerlussuaq
D4 – 9 August 2020 (Sunday) - Singapore's National Day
- Breakfast
- Transfer to airport
- Depart for Ilulissat (JAV)
- Transfer to hostel
- Guided city tour at Ilulissat
- Accommodation at Ilulissat
D5 – 10 August 2020 (Monday) - Public Holiday
- Breakfast
- Hike to Sermermiut (Kangia Icefiord)
- 2 hours evening cruise
- Accommodation at Ilulissat
D6 – 11 August 2020 (Tuesday)
- Breakfast
- Boat ride to Oqaatsut
- Free and easy at Oqaatsut (There are many photography spots here and activities such as kayaking)
- Accommodation at Oqaatsut
D7 – 12 August 2020 (Wednesday)
- Hike back to Ilulissat from Oqaatsut (22km, 8 hours)
- Accommodation at Ilulissat
D8 – 13 August 2020 (Thursday)
- Breakfast
- Free and easy at Ilulissat (There are many trails, activities and shopping opportunity here.)
- Accommodation at Ilulissat
D9 – 14 August 2020 (Friday)
- Breakfast
- Visit the abandoned settlement of Ritenbenk
- Accommodation at Ilulissat
D10 – 15 August 2020 (Saturday)
- Breakfast
- Transfer to Ilulissat Airport
- Depart for Copenhagen
- Transfer to Copenhagen Accommodation
- Accommodation at Copenhagen
D11 – 16 August 2020 (Sunday)
- Free and Easy at Copenhagen (Copenhagen Pass provided - 1 day unlimited),Copenhagen Card covers:
- Up to 87 attractions and museums entrance fee
- Free metro ride in Copenhagen region
- Transfer to Copenhagen Airport (CPH) via metro
- Depart for Singapore
D12 – 17 August 2020 (Monday)
- Arrive Singapore
LAND COST:
Cost: SGD xxxx
Early Bird Discount (Deposit made before 10 January 2020): SGD 200 0ff/per person
Group Size: Min 6 to go, max 11 (excluding hosts)
SGD 1000 deposit will be collected to confirm your slot.
First balance payment of SGD 2000 to be made by March 2020.
Final balance payment to be made by May 2020.
What does your package include?
Package Excludes
Step 2: Whatapp proof of payment receipt to 91020550 (IMPORTANT: PLEASE INDICATE "GREENLAND 2020", WHETHER REQUIRE SINGLE SUPPLEMENT.)
Step 3: Receipt for payment will be issued and further instruction will be provided.
Step 4: Pre trip briefing will be arranged and you will be added into a dedicated whatsapp chat for this trip one month prior to the trip.
Refund Policy
Deposit (non-refundable)
> 8 weeks prior to departure – 100% Refund of balance paid
≤ 8 weeks prior to departure – 50% Refund of balance paid
≤ 4 weeks prior to departure – 0% Refund of balance paid
Recommended flight
Details will be given to confirmed participants.
Others:
1. This event is organised by Adventures Unlimited (TA02844), a licensed travel agent registered with the Singapore Tourism Board.
2. Insurance
From 15 July 2015, a travel agent is required to inform and ask attending participants if it is their wish to purchase travel insurance that includes coverage for business insolvency of travel agencies when:
– they are buying a leisure travel product/package; or
– their travel product/package costs at least S$1,000 (including GST) per person; or
– they are paying a deposit or payment of at least S$500 per person.
Cost: SGD xxxx
Early Bird Discount (Deposit made before 10 January 2020): SGD 200 0ff/per person
Group Size: Min 6 to go, max 11 (excluding hosts)
SGD 1000 deposit will be collected to confirm your slot.
First balance payment of SGD 2000 to be made by March 2020.
Final balance payment to be made by May 2020.
What does your package include?
- Return transfer from airport to accommodation at Greenland
- Domestic Air Ticket from Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) to Ilulissat (JAV) on 8 August 2020 (inclusive of airport taxes)
- Bunk room at Greenland (Twin/Double/Triple sharing - subject to availability)
- Apartment/ hotel at Copenhagen (Twin/Double/Triple sharing - subject to availability)
- Breakfast at Ilulissat
- Boat ride to Oqaatsut (one way)
- Guide for Ilulissat City Tour, Cruise Ride, Point 660 Ice Cap, Hike from Oqaatsut to Ilulissat and Ritenbenk
Package Excludes
- International Airfare (Return SIN-CPH, CPH to SFJ and JAV to CPH)
- Personal travel insurance
- All other meals that not mentioned above
- Additional activities e.g. kayaking, shopping
- Single supplement room (Not available at Oqaatsut)
- Gratuities/Tips
- Personal expenses
- Laundry
- Visa entry if required
- Anything else not mentioned in inclusion list.
Step 2: Whatapp proof of payment receipt to 91020550 (IMPORTANT: PLEASE INDICATE "GREENLAND 2020", WHETHER REQUIRE SINGLE SUPPLEMENT.)
Step 3: Receipt for payment will be issued and further instruction will be provided.
Step 4: Pre trip briefing will be arranged and you will be added into a dedicated whatsapp chat for this trip one month prior to the trip.
Refund Policy
Deposit (non-refundable)
> 8 weeks prior to departure – 100% Refund of balance paid
≤ 8 weeks prior to departure – 50% Refund of balance paid
≤ 4 weeks prior to departure – 0% Refund of balance paid
Recommended flight
Details will be given to confirmed participants.
Others:
1. This event is organised by Adventures Unlimited (TA02844), a licensed travel agent registered with the Singapore Tourism Board.
2. Insurance
From 15 July 2015, a travel agent is required to inform and ask attending participants if it is their wish to purchase travel insurance that includes coverage for business insolvency of travel agencies when:
– they are buying a leisure travel product/package; or
– their travel product/package costs at least S$1,000 (including GST) per person; or
– they are paying a deposit or payment of at least S$500 per person.
