Greenland Midnight Sun Summer: Midnight Sun, Icebergs, Whales 5 Days 4 Nights Exploration Trip (round-trip from Copenhagen)

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Today, we take a flight from Copenhagen to Ilulissat, the glacier city of Greenland. Upon arrival, we will begin an adventurous journey through Greenland. Town Culture Tour Your guide will take you into this Greenlandic town surrounded by glaciers, where you can take in the colorful Arctic scenery. Along the way, you will have the chance to visit historic landmarks such as Zion Church and the museum (exterior views), and explore local handicraft workshops. Strolling along the harbor, busy with fishing boats coming and going, you will gain a deeper sense of the town's history and the everyday life of the Inuit. Welcome Dinner You will enjoy a welcome dinner that we have carefully prepared. While dining in the restaurant, you can also immerse yourself in the unique twilight beauty of the polar region: the sky gradually saturates with shades of gold, orange-red and deep blue, interweaving into poetic and picturesque light and shadow that will leave you lingering and enchanted. Icefjord Cruise · Up-Close Encounters with Majestic Icebergs Today, we will board a professional ice-class vessel and sail into the world-famous Disko Bay, cruising along the Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places in the world to view icebergs. The Icefjord is the outlet of the Ilulissat Glacier, one of the most active glaciers in the Northern Hemisphere, from which roughly 40 million tonnes of ice calve into the sea every day, continuously creating icebergs of striking shapes and impressive scale. They drift across Disko Bay, some as tall as skyscrapers, others resembling finely carved works of art. Sailing among the icebergs, you will see them shimmer in blue and white as the light shifts, as if you were inside a living museum of polar sculpture. The sheer number and beauty of the icebergs in Disko Bay is overwhelming, and this will undoubtedly become one of the most breathtaking and unforgettable natural wonders of your journey. Reference flight: Copenhagen – Ilulissat 09:45–11:45

Meals

Breakfast: On your own. Lunch: Light lunch on the flight. Dinner: Welcome dinner

Accommodation

Hotels in or around Ilulissat

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Ilulissat town

Ilulissat town

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Ilulissat is the third-largest settlement in Greenland, with a population of about 4,500, located at 69°N. Ilulissat is the most popular tourist destination in Greenland, and the town sits on the edge of the magnificent Ilulissat Icefjord.

Zion Church

Zion Church

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Zion Church of Greenland is located in Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, and is one of the oldest churches in the region. Built in 1782, the church is known for its simple wooden structure and beautiful decorations. It is not only a center for religious activities but also carries profound historical and cultural significance, making it an important site where Greenlanders and visitors can learn about local history and religious traditions. The church has an elegant exterior, and its interior retains the religious art style of early Europe.

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Hiking - Ilulissat Icefjord Today, we will walk into the Ilulissat Icefjord to get up close to the most active glacier in the Northern Hemisphere, the Ilulissat Glacier. It calves and produces as much as 40 million tonnes of ice every day, a magnificent and spectacular sight. As we hike into the icefjord, before our eyes massive icebergs gather and pile up, and the majestic scene stirs the heart. This is exactly the wonder that drew us from afar to Greenland! For its unparalleled natural landscape, UNESCO inscribed the Ilulissat Icefjord on the World Heritage List in 2004. Arctic Glacier Center Today, we visit the Arctic Glacier Center. As one of the most active glaciers in the Northern Hemisphere, the Ilulissat Glacier has been systematically observed since 1850, providing important data for scientists studying global climate change. In June 2021, the Ilulissat Glacier Center was successfully completed and opened to the public. The center is cleverly integrated into the surrounding magnificent natural landscape, recording the glacier's remarkable story and Greenland's long history.

Meals

Breakfast: in hotel; Lunch: on your own; Dinner: on your own

Accommodation

Hotels in or around Ilulissat

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Ilulissat Icefjord

Ilulissat Icefjord

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Ilulissat Icefjord (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Here the icebergs are vast and take on countless forms, displaying a blend of blue, white and gold under the golden sunlight, a wonder that can only be seen during the Arctic summer.

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Eqi Glacier - Watch the Spectacle of Iceberg Calving 83% of Greenland's area is covered by ancient ice sheets, and along its long, narrow fjords, countless glaciers flow into the sea. In spring and summer, as temperatures rise and pressure from upstream glaciers increases, the spectacular sight of calving glaciers frequently unfolds at the mouths of the fjords. Eqi Glacier, located 80 kilometers north of Ilulissat, is one of the glaciers in northern Greenland where iceberg calving occurs most frequently. Today, we will travel aboard a specially designed vessel to Eqi Glacier to personally witness this natural wonder. As we approach this glacier, which is 2.8 kilometers wide and up to 200 meters high, we will quietly watch the process of icebergs collapsing, accompanied by thunderous booms and huge sprays of water, experiencing this magnificent spectacle firsthand. This expedition will immerse you in the charm of the icy sea's wonders, allowing you to feel the grandeur and awe of nature.

Meals

Breakfast: In the hotel. Lunch: Light lunch. Dinner: On your own

Accommodation

Hotels in or around Ilulissat

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Eqi Glacier - Watch the Spectacle of Iceberg Calving

Eqi Glacier - Watch the Spectacle of Iceberg Calving

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Eqi Glacier (Eqi Glacier) is located in northwestern Greenland and is a breathtaking natural wonder. The glacier here continuously calves, and massive ice blocks break off and sink into the sea with deafening sounds, like the heartbeat of nature. Visitors can take a boat to observe these magnificent iceberg calving scenes up close and experience the boundless awe and beauty of the icy world. It is one of Greenland's most popular glaciers, attracting explorers and nature enthusiasts from around the world.

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Disko Bay - Whale Watching Take a boat to Disko Bay to look for humpback whales and other marine wildlife that are active in summer. The boat sails through waters where whales frequently appear, with a chance to observe natural behaviors such as whales blowing, showing their backs, and raising their tail flukes out of the water. Actual whale activity and viewing opportunities depend on the sea conditions and the distribution of wildlife on the day. In the afternoon, you will return to Ilulissat and have free time. You can enjoy Greenlandic cuisine and coffee at restaurants in town, and stroll through the town to experience the life of the Inuit residents. The town has many distinctive shops offering Greenlandic souvenirs such as Greenlandic carvings, Greenlandic sweaters, and Greenlandic stamps.

Meals

Breakfast: in hotel; Lunch: on your own; Dinner: on your own

Accommodation

Hotels in or around Ilulissat

Attraction details

Ilulissat town

Ilulissat town

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Ilulissat is the third-largest settlement in Greenland, with a population of about 4,500, located at 69°N. Ilulissat is the most popular tourist destination in Greenland, and the town sits on the edge of the magnificent Ilulissat Icefjord.

Disko Bay - Whale Watching

Disko Bay - Whale Watching

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Disko Bay, located in northern Greenland, is one of Greenland's whale-watching destinations. Summer is the golden season for whale watching. As the sea ice melts, most whales gather in Greenland's waters in search of abundant food. In these waters, the most common are the majestic humpback whales and the playful minke whales. Floating on the azure sea, we look forward to encountering these giant creatures, like spirits of the ocean.

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After breakfast, we will head to the airport and board a flight to Copenhagen. The flight will arrive in the evening. Reference flight: Ilulissat–Copenhagen 13:15–21:00

Important notes

Note: All times stated on this webpage are for reference only. Actual arrival times may be delayed due to various force majeure factors such as weather, traffic jams, traffic accidents, festivals and events, riots and strikes. We appreciate your understanding. If you have subsequent travel plans that require other means of transportation to other cities, we strongly recommend that you reserve at least 3 hours of spare time to avoid inconvenience caused by delays. Our company is not responsible for any losses incurred from self-arranged itineraries due to insufficient spare time. Thank you for your understanding.

Meals

Breakfast: in hotel; Lunch: light lunch on flight; Dinner: on your own

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