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Visit the capital of Iceland, a modern metropolis surrounded by amazing nature. Try one of the many outdoor geothermal swimming pools or spas in Iceland – a perfect way to meet the icelanders.

Less than 2 hours flying time west of Iceland on the edge of the gigantic Greenland Ice Cap, the tiny settlements Kulusuk and Tasiilaq witness the ability of the Eskimo population adjusting to the arctic climate.

East Greenland is a true experience of the Arctic nature as well as the traditional Greenlandic culture and it is a totally different world to the metropolis of Reykjavik and the waste Icelandic lava fields. The perfect combination.

Itinerary

Individual transfer from Keflavik Airport or Reykjavik domestic Airport by scheduled airport bus to your hotel in Reykjavik.

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning a city sightseeing of Reykjavik including the town of Hafnarfjordur where we briefly visit the Fish Market, the open Air Museum Arbær, one of the outdoor swimming pools and the towering Hallgrim's Church. We also pass through the old town, the harbour, the summit-meeting house Höfdi and the House of Parliament.

Afternoon at leisure in Reykjavik.

Optional excursion to Blue Lagoon (not incl.).

Iceland Excursions.

Alternative could be to stay in Reykjavik using one of the many local geothermal swimming pools - A perfect way to meet the locals.

Breakfast at the hotel. Today's excursion is one of the most popular excursions in Iceland: The Golden Circle where we experience the majestic waterfalls at Gullfoss, the erupting hot springs at Geysir, the national park of Thingvellir and the greenhouse village of Hveragerdi.

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Reykjavik Domestic Airport. Air Iceland flight to Kulusuk and further on by boat to Tasiilaq.

Meet and greet by an Arctic Adventure guide. (Local representative outside high season). Transfer to the nearby Hotel Angmagssalik for check-in, information meeting and guided city walk.

Optional excursions during stay in Tasiilaq:

•Walk to "The Valley of Flowers"

•Hike to View Point

•"Iceberg Cruise" - boat tour

•Apusiijak Glaicer by Boat

•Hunters settlement - Tiniteqilaaq.

•Visit to Kuumiut

•Helicopter flight to the Mitivagkat Glacier

Operation is depending upon the weather and helicopter capacity. Only to be booked locally!

Breakfast, lunch and dinner at the hotel.

Day at leisure in Tasiilaq for optional excursions.

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the heliport. Air Greenland helicopter to Kulusuk. Air Iceland flight to Reykjavik Domestic Airport. Transfer from the airport to your hotel in Reykjavik.

Breakfast at the hotel. Individual transfer by scheduled airport bus to Keflavik Airport. 'Flybus' depart from your hotel - please inform the reception the day before leaving.