The feel of Iceland is distinctly European, especially in the city of Reykjavik, Europe's most northerly capital. But, just minutes outside of the cosmopolitan capital, lies a landscape which fluctuates from lunar in nature to lush grazing meadows for the free-range lambs and Icelandic horses. The country is a truly fascinating mix of sophistication and nature.
Tasiilaq in East Greenland is a community of approximately 1800 people. Coming to the town of Tasillaq in the area of Ammassalik, you will enter the very heart of East Greenland's exceptional beauty and one of the most unspoiled arctic areas in the world. The awesome landscape has no parallel in the entire arctic. A mosaic of steep, dramatic mountains, countless lakes, streams and rivers, waterfalls, glaciers and green valleys. The Ammassalik region radiates a purity, which has overwhelmed and fascinated visitors throughout time.
Day 1: Following your arrival in Iceland, you will transfer to your hotel in downtown Reykjavik for a three night stay. The balance of the day is free for you to rest from your flight, do some shopping or just relax over coffee or drink and people watch.
Day 2: After breakfast as the hotel you will be picked up for a city tour of Reykjavik including the nearby town of Hafnarfjordur, where you will visit the fish market. Stops will be made at the open air Museum Arbaer, and outdoor swimming pool and Hallgrim's Church. You will pass through the harbour area, the summit-meeting house Hofdi and the House of Parliament. Afternoon is at leisure. Why not visit a local pool and enjoy a swim and soak in the hot pots - a perfect way to meet the locals.
Day 3: Following breakfast you will depart for a full day tour of the famous Golden Circle, where you will experience the majestic waterfalls at Gulfoss, the erupting hot springs at Geysir, the national park of Thingvellir and the greenhouse village of Hveragerdi.
Day 4: Check-out after breakfast and transfer to Reykjavik domestic airport for your flight to Kulusuk (lunch on board), East Greenland with a continuing flight by helicopter on a breathtaking, scenic flight. You will be met on arrival by a local guide who will accompany you on the transfer to the nearby Hotel Angmagssalik for check-in for a two night stay. An information meeting will be held once you're settled in. Dinner at the hotel is included.
The remote community of Tasiilaq is small, quaint and quiet, a truly wonderful place to hike, wander and completely relax. Optional excursions detailed below are available for advance reservations and payment except the helicopter tour which must be booked locally with your tour guide.
Optional tours:
City Walk of Tasiilaq
Walk to the Valley of Flowers
Hike to View Point
Iceberg Cruise
Boat trip to Village of Ikateq
Helicopter flight to Mitivagkat Glacier (operation dependant on weather and helicpoter capacity - only to be booked locally)
Day 5: Day at leisure for optional tours as booked. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included today.
Day 6: Following breakfast at the hotel you will transfer to the heliport for the helicopter flight back to Kulusuk to connect to the onward flight to Reykjavik, lunch included. On arrival in Reykjavik transfer to your downtown hotel for your final evening in Iceland, where you can take in the pure energy of Reykjavik nightlife.
Day 7: Check out of your hotel after breakfast and have your luggage ready for pick up for your transfer to Keflavik Airport via the world famous Blue Lagoon. Your luggage will be stored in a locked facility while you enjoy a soak in the geothermal waters. Towels are available for rental at the desk. Continue on to Keflavik airport for your flight home, feeling relaxed and revitalized.
