5 Days : Nuuk

Tour overview:

Experience a slice of Greenland on a fantastic long weekend in the colorful capital, Nuuk. Traffic lights, buses, and lots of cars contrast with life in Greenland’s smaller towns and villages, but the stunning scenery and endless horizon automatically put city life into perspective. In Nuuk, there are experiences for the nature lover, the culturally and historically interested, and for those who love the vibrant life of a capital city.

Day 1 - Arrive Nuuk

Your journey starts in Copenhagen, and here you fly to Kangerlussuaq, where you land at 10.40. Later you change to a smaller plane that will fly you to Nuuk. Your stay in Kangerlussuaq may vary slightly depending on which day you travel. You should check if there is time for a trip to the Ice Sheet, point 660, while you wait (extra charge).

Flight to Nuuk

Once you’ve landed in Nuuk from Kangerlussuaq later in the day, it’s on to the lovely Hotel Express for accommodation. The hotel has been awarded The Green Key environmental certificate. It is located in the heart of Nuuk, allowing you to explore the nearby area on organized tours or on your own.

Day 2 - Nuuk Cultural Tour

"Nuuk has much to offer you during your five-day stay. For example, you can visit the Katuaq Cultural Center, located right in the middle of Nuuk, alongside great shopping opportunities in the shopping center, Nuuk Center. You can visit the local fish and meat market, Kalaaliaraq, and then walk to the old town and the colonial harbor. 

In the evening, you can eat at one of the town’s many restaurants, and remember to keep an eye out for concerts and events in Katuaq."

Day 3 - Nuuk Art Museum Tour

"During your stay, we can also recommend a visit to Nuuk’s Art Museum. The permanent exhibition includes many paintings by the famous Greenlandic painter Emanuel A. Petersen (1894-1948) ), but there are also exciting and beautiful contemporary art and changing exhibitions. Check the current opening hours, which may vary with the season.

If you’d rather be outdoors, there are plenty of great hiking opportunities around Nuuk."

Day 4 - Nuuk

"You have the whole day at your disposal again, and we recommend a visit to the National Museum, located in the old colonial harbor.

Here you will find the unique mummies that were found in the Uummannaq area in the 1970s. These mummies are very well-preserved. On Sundays, the National Museum is open free of charge. Check the current opening hours, which may vary with the season."

Day 5 - Depart Nuuk

"Five wonderful days are coming to an end, and it’s time for your trip back to Copenhagen.

your stay in Kangerlussuaq is 4-5 hours. You can use the time to go sightseeing in the area or on a tundra safari."