Aurora and Igloo Adventure

7 days around Nuuk, Ilulissat, and the Igloo Lodge

Join us on an unforgettable winter trip to Greenland, where you will stay in a Northern Lights cabin with views of the sea and, with a bit of luck, the aurora dancing above you. You will also spend a night in a real snow igloo and have the chance to go dog sledding. This package combines comfort, culture, and Arctic adventure – perfect for anyone dreaming of a Northern Lights trip with authentic Greenlandic experiences.

The daily itinerary below is based on the core journey and the optional excursion package.

Tour operator: Greenland Travel

Highlights

  • Overnight in a snow igloo beneath the Northern Lights
  • Stay in an Aurora Cabin with panoramic views of the sea and, hopefully, the aurora
  • Go dog sledding

Included in the trip

  • Flights Copenhagen – Nuuk round trip
  • Flights Nuuk – Ilulissat round trip
  • 1 night at Hotel Hans Egede Express in Nuuk
  • 4 nights in a Northern Lights cabin (Aurora Cabin) at Hotel Arctic in Ilulissat
  • 1 night at Igloo Lodge
  • Airport–hotel–airport transfers in Greenland
  • Transport to and from the Igloo Lodge
  • Meals and beverages on the Copenhagen – Nuuk – Copenhagen flights with Air Greenland
  • Breakfast
  • Welcome dinner at Hotel Arctic (excluding beverages)
  • Full board at Igloo Lodge
  • Information meeting in Ilulissat
  • Welcome meeting in Nuuk
  • 20 kg checked baggage and 8 kg carry-on on all flights
  • All taxes and fees reported to Greenland Travel as of today

Not included

  • Additional meals
  • Excursion package (available as an add-on)
  • Travel insurance

Day program

Day 1 Flight Copenhagen–Nuuk, hotel check-in, and optional city tour

You arrive in Greenland’s capital, Nuuk – a place where modern city life meets Arctic nature. Upon arrival, our local representative will greet you at the airport and ensure a smooth transfer to your centrally located accommodation at Hotel Hans Egede Express.

City tour (part of the excursion package)

After check-in and a welcome briefing, you have the option to join a guided city tour that introduces you to Nuuk’s history, architecture, and everyday life – from the Colonial Harbor to modern cultural venues.

In the evening, we recommend dinner at one of the city’s cozy restaurants, where Greenlandic ingredients and views of the fjord set the tone for the journey ahead.

Rebecca Gustafsson - Visit Greenland
Day 2 Flight Nuuk–Ilulissat, check-in at Northern Lights cabin, welcome dinner. Optional city tour and Northern Lights safari

After breakfast, your journey continues north to Ilulissat – the town by the Icefjord. Even during the approach, you’ll get a taste of what awaits: towering icebergs floating in Disko Bay. You’ll be met at the airport and transferred to Hotel Arctic, where you will check in to one of the remarkable Aurora Cabins.

Town walk (part of the excursion package)

Following a brief information meeting with our local representative, you can join a guided city tour of the historic old town, where you’ll learn about Knud Rasmussen, the fishing culture, and everyday life in the town shaped by ice.

In the evening, a welcome dinner is served at Hotel Arctic (beverages not included).

Northern Lights safari (part of the excursion package)

When darkness falls, a magical Northern Lights safari awaits – an evening outing dedicated to finding, understanding, and photographing the Greenlandic aurora.

Aninngaaq R. Carlsen - Visit Greenland
Day 3 Igloo Lodge and optional Walking Among Giants

In the morning, you travel by snowcat to Igloo Lodge – a truly unique experience in the heart of the Arctic winter landscape. Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed in the cozy wooden lodge, where lunch will be served.

Walking Among Giants (optional add-on)

In the afternoon, you may consider Walking Among Giants, a guided snowmobile excursion through the frozen side fjord, where you literally walk among towering, ice-locked icebergs. It’s an experience that combines speed, silence, and breathtaking Arctic scenery.

The evening includes dinner in the lodge, storytelling, and – weather permitting – Northern Lights viewing under the Arctic night sky. You spend the night in a real snow igloo, an experience you won’t soon forget.

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Day 4 Optional dog sledding. Return from Igloo Lodge. Optional visit with sled dogs

After breakfast in the lodge, you have the opportunity to enjoy another classic experience: a dog sledding tour through the snow-covered landscape.

Dog sledding (optional add-on)

Feel the wind on your face and hear nothing but the sound of the sled runners and the dogs’ paws in the snow – a journey back in time and tradition. There are three guests per sled.
After the excursion, you return to Ilulissat.

Meet the sled dogs (part of the excursion package)

In the afternoon, you can visit the Greenlandic sled dogs – an authentic experience where you get close to the animals and learn about their importance to life in the Arctic.
The rest of the day is free for your own activities, perhaps with a walk along the Yellow or Blue Trail.

Mantas Hesthaven - Visit Greenland
Day 5 At your own pace or Sermermiut hike and Icefjord cruise

Today, you can go out on your own or go on excursions.

Hike to Sermermiut (part of the excursion package)

The day begins with a guided hike to Sermermiut – a historic settlement site with more than 4,000 years of human history. You walk along wooden boardwalks through the Arctic landscape, ending with a breathtaking view over Ilulissat Icefjord. It is a place where silence speaks and where the past feels remarkably close.

Icefjord cruise (part of the excursion package)

Later in the day, an unforgettable cruise among the iconic icebergs awaits – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You glide silently between towering formations and gain a new appreciation for the power and beauty of ice.

Benjamin Hardman - Visit Greenland
Day 6 Relaxation and time at leisure

After several days of Arctic adventures, this day is dedicated to relaxation and personal exploration. You might choose to unwind at the hotel, enjoy the view from your Aurora Cabin, take a final walk along the Yellow Trail, or visit one of the town’s museums.

It is the perfect opportunity to reflect on the many impressions of the journey and enjoy Ilulissat at your own pace. The evening may be rounded off with a farewell dinner and time to absorb the memories of your Arctic adventure.

Jason C. Hill - Visit Greenland
Day 7 Flight Ilulissat – Nuuk – Copenhagen

After breakfast, it is time to pack up and say goodbye to Ilulissat. You fly from Ilulissat to Nuuk and continue onward to Copenhagen – enriched with experiences and a camera full of icebergs, northern lights, and Arctic memories.

Iurie Belgurschi - Visit Greenland

Hotels on this tour

Hotel Arctic
Hotel Arctic

Aurora Cabin at Hotel Arctic

The Northern Lights cabins at Hotel Arctic offer a magnificent, unobstructed view of the fjord, where icebergs drift by in a calm and steady rhythm. Here, you stay close to nature — and with a bit of luck, you may watch the sparkling northern lights dance across the sky right outside the panoramic windows.

The cabins are just a short walk from the main building and are designed specifically for Arctic conditions. With 20 furnished square meters, they are compact yet thoughtfully arranged, providing everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay.

The cabins have a shower and toilet, reliable Wi-Fi, and a modern iPad system that lets you control lighting, sound, and temperature to suit your preferences. Warmth comes from water-circulated underfloor heating and additional interior wall heating — a welcome contrast to the crisp Arctic air outside.

Excursions (Optional purchases)

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Excursion package with 6 excursions

Price from: 325,- EUR

Our excursion packages include popular activities and are adapted to fit the daily program of the trip.

  • City tour in Nuuk (2 hours)
  • City tour in Ilulissat (2 hours)
  • Northern Lights safari (1½ hours)
  • Meet the sled dogs (1½ hours)
  • Sermermiut hike (2 hours)
  • Icefjord cruise (2½ hours)

Good to know
We recommend booking the package at the same time as your trip. If you book later, you risk that the excursion package is sold out.

Natasha Amar - World of Greenland

Walking Among Giants

Price from: 175,- EUR

A guided snowmobile tour through the magnificent winter landscape. Experience the frozen side fjord and walk among towering, ice-locked icebergs.

Tour includes

  • Snowmobile driving
  • Walking

Good to know
Guests must be at least 12 years old. An adult must accompany travelers under 18. Snowmobile drivers must present a valid driver’s license. Warm overalls and boots are provided, but you must bring your own warm gloves and hat.
We recommend booking this excursion at the same time as your trip. If you book later, you risk that the excursion is sold out.

Mantas Hesthaven - Visit Greenland

Dog sledding

Price from: 245,- EUR

Travel with Greenlandic sled dogs through the Arctic winter landscape – a classic Greenland experience. There are three guests per sled.

Tour includes

  • 1½ hours of dog sledding

Good to know
The tour departs daily at 9:00, 13:00, and 14:30. All participants must be at least 8 years old.
The duration is approximately 1½ hours but may vary depending on conditions, snow levels, and the dogs’ performance.
Although the route is mostly flat, there may be some bumps along the way. If you have back or neck issues, this tour is not recommended.
We recommend booking the tour together with your trip. If you book later, you risk it being sold out.

Practical information

Flight schedule (local times)

  • Departure from Copenhagen at 10:45 am
  • Return, arrival in Copenhagen at 8:50 pm

Please note that departure times are subject to change by the airline.

 

Packing List

Find the packing list for your trip here.

Baggage included

20 kilos of checked baggage and 8 kilos of cabin baggage (max. dimensions of cabin baggage: 55 x 40 x 23 cm).

Travelers with reduced mobility and wheelchair users

We do not recommend this tour for people with reduced mobility and wheelchair users. Greenland Travel’s advice regarding difficulty levels on our excursions is intended for travelers who are not disabled. We are always happy to provide you with information on the suitability of the trip, taking into account the specific needs you may have. Please note that our advice is not based on medical knowledge, and ultimately it is YOUR responsibility to decide if a tour is right for you.

Aurora and Igloo Adventure

7 days around Nuuk, Ilulissat, and the Igloo Lodge

Inuit CultureIcebergsNorthern LightsDog Sledding
From
2.460 EUR
per person in double room
7 days  | 6 nights
June - March
Departure from Copenhagen
Travel id 3002

Greenland Travel A/S is the tour operator of the trip, while Air Greenland solely acts as an intermediary. This means that all future contact regarding the trip will be directly with Greenland Travel, which is also responsible for the practical arrangements of your journey.

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