Our team at Greenland Private Tours has curated a luxurious day trip from Ilulissat designed to awaken all your senses—from the rich cultural traditions of this Arctic town to the breathtaking natural spectacle of sunset over the Icefjord. This private tour combines guided exploration, Greenlandic cuisine, and a magical evening cruise through some of the world’s most stunning seascapes.

Travel throughout the day in a luxury vehicle with your private guide, who will share insights into Greenland’s culture, ice landscapes, and community life. Cap the experience with a private sunset boat cruise through the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord, where towering icebergs glow gold and blue in the fading Arctic light.

Below is a sample itinerary for your day—but we’ll customize every detail to your group’s interests, pace, and the season of your visit.

Private Sunset Icefjord Tour Itinerary

Wooden bench overlooking a breathtaking Icefjord on the hiking trail to Sermermiut, near Ilulissat, Greenland, showcasing serene natural beauty and historical significance.
Sermermiut, Ilulissat, in the Disko Bay area in Greenland

This full-day private tour combines guided town exploration, cultural encounters, Greenlandic cuisine, and a sunset cruise through the Icefjord. Fully customizable.

Hotel Pickup & Cultural Orientation

Your private guide and luxury vehicle will meet you at your accommodation in Ilulissat after lunch. Begin with a scenic drive through town, getting to know your private driver-guide as they talk you through the day’s itinerary. They’ll tell you about Ilulissat’s role in Greenland’s history, how the Inuit culture continues to thrive, and what everyday life is like in this remote coastal community.

Stop for photos and stories at the Ilulissat Church, Zion Church, and harborfront fishing huts.

Visit to Local Artisan Workshop or Museum

Artisan in Sisimiut, Greenland, carefully polishing a muskox bone on a spinning wheel for crafting traditional items
Craft Workshop, Greenland

Choose between:

A visit to a Greenlandic handicrafts workshop, where you can meet local artisans and see how bone, skin, and soapstone are transformed into traditional crafts

Or explore the Ilulissat Museum, housed in the former home of explorer Knud Rasmussen, featuring exhibits on Arctic exploration and Inuit heritage.

Your guide will tailor this portion to your interests, whether cultural heritage, photography, or personal connection.

Guided Walk to Sermermiut Valley

Tourist walking on a wooden pathway in the scenic Sermermiut Eskimo Settlement near Ilulissat, Greenland, with icebergs in the background.
Sermermiut, Greenland.

In the mid-afternoon, your guide will take you just outside town to the trailhead of the Sermermiut Valley, an ancient Inuit settlement nestled near the Icefjord. You’ll follow a wooden boardwalk trail through the Arctic tundra toward the dramatic viewpoint where the Ilulissat Icefjord opens before you. Expect a vast, white expanse where massive icebergs rest motionless in the fjord’s calm waters.

As you walk along the trail, your guide will point out native plants and tell you about traditional uses of the land and how local Inuit communities lived off the environment for thousands of years. Reaching the overlook, take time to absorb the stillness of this incredible landscape, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s a peaceful yet powerful moment, ideal for quiet reflection and awe-inspiring photography.

Greenlandic Tasting Dinner

Return to town and enjoy an early dinner at one of Ilulissat’s top-rated restaurants or a reserved table at a scenic lodge. Sample a tasting menu of Greenlandic cuisine, which may include smoked arctic char, reindeer, or Seaweed salad. Our tour planners can hand pick a restaurant for you based on the type of food and setting you’re looking for

Private Sunset Icefjord Cruise

Sailboat with a red sail gliding through icy waters at sunset in Scandinavia, showcasing a serene and breathtaking Arctic tourism experience.
Ilulissat Icefjord, Greenland

As the evening light begins to soften, your guide will escort you to the harbor for the highlight of the day: a private sunset boat cruise through the Ilulissat Icefjord. Your captain will navigate carefully among towering icebergs, some over 30 meters tall, as the sky turns hues of amber, rose, and violet. The light plays off the ice, creating magical reflections and textures that seem to glow from within.

While drifting through this Arctic wonderland, your guide will share insights into how the Sermeq Kujalleq Glacier, one of the fastest-moving glaciers in the world, continuously feeds the Icefjord with new ice. Enjoy hot drinks or a celebratory glass of champagne on board as you take in this rare and majestic scene.

Return to Ilulissat & Hotel Drop-Off

After the cruise, return to shore and be transferred by luxury vehicle back to your hotel. Your guide will assist with any final needs, whether it’s planning for the next day, tips for viewing the Northern Lights, or a nightcap suggestion overlooking the bay.