- 11 Days •. Jul–Aug
- Limited to 12 Travelers
From $17995
Few places on Earth boast the scenic splendors and geologic drama contained within Iceland and Greenland. Divided by the Denmark Strait in the North Atlantic Ocean, these two neighboring islands along the Arctic Circle are essential destinations for travelers passionate about northern nature. While Iceland is small, it holds a striking diversity of natural features, from thundering waterfalls and simmering hot springs to massive rhyolite canyons, lava fields and iceberg lagoons. In Greenland, sharp mountains rise above glacier-carved fjords where whales and seals play, and Inuit villages cling to rocky promontories, contemporary custodians of a culture dating back more than 4,000 years. And our unique itinerary combines less-traveled highlights of both, for an adventure few travelers will ever get.
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Trip Highlights
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Encounter Two Northern Worlds in One Journey
Explore Iceland's volcanic highlands, thundering waterfalls and sea cliffs teeming with puffins, then cross to Greenland to visit Inuit villages, glacier-carved mountains and iceberg-choked fjords
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Discover Remote East Greenland by Land & Sea
Cruise among towering icebergs by boat and survey ice-crowned mountains on foot as we explore raw Arctic wilderness most Greenland visitors miss
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Our Unique Itinerary Includes Spectacular Adventures
Ride Icelandic horses on a black sand beach, hike to massive waterfalls, enter a lava cave, soak in geothermal baths, and walk on a Greenland glacier
See How Our Unique Itinerary Offers a Peerless Combination Experience
Few itineraries combine a visit to Iceland and Greenland both, unless it's a quick cruise along a portion of the Greenland coast for a day or two. We've carefully crafted this unique option that gives you a deep impression of both destinations, in sectors that are less traveled (and more rewarding!), without requiring expeditionary demands. Read more about what sets this trip apart:
Two Top Nordic Destinations in One Seamless Trip
Iceland and Greenland are popular, distinct destinations that are North Atlantic neighbors. On this carefully connected journey, we explore them both. Delve into Iceland’s volcanic landscapes, wildlife and geothermal features, then experience the markedly different ice-dominated environment and culture of remote East Greenland—in just 11 days.Explore Less-Visited Sectors of Iceland and Greenland
Iceland draws a lot of visitors, but we take you to dramatic wild places that are uncrowded and less discovered. Ditto for Greenland: the vast majority of travelers go to the west coast, where the capital city and most cruise ship traffic are found. In contrast, we take you to East Greenland, untouched by major tourism, where traditions continue much as they have for centuries.Make Meaningful Cultural Connections with Greenlanders
You'll spend extended time in the remote villages of Kulusuk, Tasiilaq and Kuummiut, which few travelers get to, exploring the towns on foot, meeting local residents and learning about life both ancient and contemporary in these far-flung northern hamlets. It’s a big contrast to sightseeing from a ship, where there is usually minimal time in port during brief shore landings.An Exciting Mix of Nature Adventures & Cultural Experiences
Get close to Nordic nature on a variety of exhilarating activities including a glacier walk, hiking, horseback riding, 4x4 drives, boating among icebergs, and exploring a lava cave—plus village visits and cultural encounters including traditional Greenlandic dancing and drumming.Discover Iceland Beyond the Golden Circle
The Iceland portion of our trip focuses on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula and Husafell region, rather than the crowded classic circuit that is the focus of most tours. Special private experiences include riding horses on a black sand beach, a cruise to a puffin colony, exploring a lava cave, and soaking in hot mineral baths.You Won't Find More In-Depth, Personalized Guiding Expertise
Your two-country adventure is led by a dedicated Nat Hab Expedition Leader, supported by expert local guides and drivers in each location. Your Expedition Leader is an accomplished naturalist with deep knowledge of Nordic wildlife, geology, geography, botany, history and culture, providing exceptional insight and highly personalized care throughout your journey. Local guides add further depth and perspective, enriching your experience along the way. See Expedition Leader bios and traveler comments regarding the quality of our leaders.A Small Group Ensures More Gratifying Encounters with Nature & People
Especially in Iceland, most conventional tours happen aboard big motorcoaches. In contrast, our small group is capped at 12. We get into places you can't reach without our smaller vehicles, we stay in more intimate accommodations, and we're able to meet local people in a more personalized context, which is especially valuable in our cultural encounters with Indigenous villagers in Greenland.Our Quality-Value Guarantee Ensures Your Outstanding Northern Adventure
When you travel with Natural Habitat, you receive our exclusive guarantee, clearly stating that we will meet the lofty expectations we set in our promotional materials. To our knowledge, this is the most ambitious guarantee made by any adventure travel company. Read our important promise.Feel Good About Your Carbon-Neutral Journey
We care deeply about our planet, and we know you do, too. When you travel with us, the carbon emissions from your trip are 100% offset—including your round-trip flights from home. Natural Habitat Adventures has been the world’s first carbon-neutral travel company since 2007.Natural Habitat Adventures is WWF's Travel Partner
Because of our commitment to environmentally friendly travel, as well as the exceptional quality of our worldwide adventures, we have been chosen by the World Wildlife Fund—the world's leading environmental conservation organization—as its worldwide travel partner, a designation that makes us exceedingly proud.