{"id":59462,"date":"2023-02-06T16:32:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-06T05:32:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/?p=59462"},"modified":"2025-03-12T23:45:41","modified_gmt":"2025-03-12T12:45:41","slug":"iceland-or-greenland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/iceland-or-greenland\/","title":{"rendered":"Iceland or Greenland? Which country should be next on your travel list?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Let the battle of the \u2018lands\u2019 commence.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, you\u2019re ready for your next getaway and you\u2019ve finally settled on the general region (good choice by the way) but what happens now? How can you even begin to decide between the natural wonders and captivating colours of <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/iceland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Iceland<\/a> and the untouched wilderness and wintry weather of <a href=\"\/greenland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Greenland<\/a>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both countries have fascinating cultures, mouthwatering cuisine, unbelievable landscapes (think glaciers and geysers and geothermal spectacles &#8211; oh my!) and plenty of activities on offer, but which one does it best?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily, you don\u2019t have to pull the answer out of a hat \u2013 you\u2019ve got this comparison blog instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Culture<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The \u2018Land of fire and ice\u2019 has a strong culture with roots going back centuries to the days of its healthy Viking population in the 800s. Defined by history and traditional customs, this country\u2019s rich beginning is still celebrated today with lots of rules set in place to protect and preserve its past \u2013 think naming babies in a way that abides by grammatical rules and Icelandic tradition and observing several national holidays and celebrations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Iceland also draws its culture from literature with plenty of myths and legends told to young children when they\u2019re growing up, namely folk tales of elves, gnomes, and fairies. With impressive landscapes like the ones in Iceland, it\u2019s easy to imagine where these magical stories came from. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/iceland\/premium-iceland-160598\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DISCOVER ICELAND&#8217;S CULTURE ON OUR PREMIUM ICELAND TOUR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I can\u2019t tell the story of Greenland\u2019s culture without also telling the story of its Indigenous people, the Inuit people of Greenland. Reaching Greenland around 1300AD, the Inuit people practiced Thule traditions and were known as \u2018hunters\u2019, using dog sleds and advanced harpoon technology (at the time) to survive in Greenland\u2019s often harsh conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These ancient practices of hunting are still very much alive in Greenland\u2019s culture today with many Greenlanders supplementing their diet and gathering materials from this source. Other traditions that have carried down through the years include telling Inuit legends, throwing money during celebrations such as weddings and baptisms, and giving each other \u2018Inuit kisses\u2019 \u2013 the process of showing love by smelling one another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/greenland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LEARN ABOUT INUIT CULTURE ON OUR GREENLAND ADVENTURE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Landscapes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-BIKH_IntrepidTravel-Iceland-travellers-at-bottom-of-Solheimajokull-Glacier.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-BIKH_IntrepidTravel-Iceland-travellers-at-bottom-of-Solheimajokull-Glacier.jpg\" alt=\"A few travellers standing at the base of an icy glacier in Iceland\" class=\"wp-image-59472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-BIKH_IntrepidTravel-Iceland-travellers-at-bottom-of-Solheimajokull-Glacier.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-BIKH_IntrepidTravel-Iceland-travellers-at-bottom-of-Solheimajokull-Glacier-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-BIKH_IntrepidTravel-Iceland-travellers-at-bottom-of-Solheimajokull-Glacier-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-BIKH_IntrepidTravel-Iceland-travellers-at-bottom-of-Solheimajokull-Glacier-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Saying you\u2019ll never run out of extraordinary things to see in Iceland might sound like an exaggeration but when you\u2019re dealing with a country that boasts geothermal springs, magnificent waterfalls, pristine national parks, and a coastline that\u2019s utterly captivating, it\u2019s easy to make such sweeping statements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the rushing waters of the Gullfoss waterfall to the blue-white icebergs floating in Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon, the natural landscapes of this Nordic country will take your breath away (and not because the temperature\u2019s below freezing).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exploring Iceland can feel like discovering another world; one that\u2019s full of erupting geysers, soaring coastal cliffs, frozen glaciers, and bubbling lava fields seeping from centuries-old volcanoes. And that\u2019s only the beginning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/iceland\/iceland-discovery-160604\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MARVEL AT GLACIERS ON OUR ICELAND DISCOVERY TOUR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Greenland-icebergs.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Greenland-icebergs.jpg\" alt=\"A collection of floating icebergs in Greenland \" class=\"wp-image-59475\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Greenland-icebergs.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Greenland-icebergs-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Greenland-icebergs-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Greenland-icebergs-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re anything like me then you\u2019ve been equally terrified yet entranced by icebergs since watching James Cameron\u2019s <em>Titanic<\/em> for the first time. There\u2019s something so fascinating about their seemingly larger-than-life stature, their sparkling whiteness, and how much of them lies beneath the water\u2019s surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your fascination with icebergs will only grow in Greenland with ice-fjords full of the towering wonders a common part of the country\u2019s landscape. But that\u2019s not all there is to marvel at.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From discovering Disko Bay with its marine life and Inuit culture to snowcapped mountains that look as if they\u2019re straight off the pages of a fairytale, spending time in the great outdoors will leave you with one certainty; Greenland is some of Mother Nature\u2019s best work. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SEE ICEBERGS UP CLOSE ON OUR HIGH ARCTIC EXPLORER TOUR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cuisine<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Blue-Lagoon_Ryan-Bolton7549.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Blue-Lagoon_Ryan-Bolton7549.jpg\" alt=\"A bowl of fish curry accompanied with rice \" class=\"wp-image-59477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Blue-Lagoon_Ryan-Bolton7549.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Blue-Lagoon_Ryan-Bolton7549-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Blue-Lagoon_Ryan-Bolton7549-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Blue-Lagoon_Ryan-Bolton7549-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Icelandic cuisine might not be as well known as Italian or French, but it\u2019ll still tickle your tastebuds in the same way, especially if you like fish (think herring and cod). Developed over the centuries by natural, readily available ingredients and resources, Icelandic cuisine consists of meat-heavy dishes and hearty meals that\u2019ll keep you fuller for longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re interested in stepping out of your culinary comfort zone by ordering a plate of hakarl or fermented shark (the national dish of Iceland) or you\u2019re salivating at the thought of slurping up some plokkfiskur (fish stew), there\u2019s plenty to love about this Nordic country\u2019s delicious delicacies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"\/iceland\/iceland-express-160603\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EAT YOUR WAY THROUGH ICELAND ON OUR ICELAND EXPRESS SMALL GROUP ADVENTURE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BQMWG-Quark-Expeditions-Tundra-to-Table-P1001648-1100x735-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BQMWG-Quark-Expeditions-Tundra-to-Table-P1001648-1100x735-1.jpg\" alt=\"A perfectly plated traditional Greenlandic meal\" class=\"wp-image-59480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BQMWG-Quark-Expeditions-Tundra-to-Table-P1001648-1100x735-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BQMWG-Quark-Expeditions-Tundra-to-Table-P1001648-1100x735-1-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BQMWG-Quark-Expeditions-Tundra-to-Table-P1001648-1100x735-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BQMWG-Quark-Expeditions-Tundra-to-Table-P1001648-1100x735-1-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Greenland\u2019s extraordinary landscapes might be recognised all over the world but the same can\u2019t be said for its cuisine which remains a mystery for many travellers to the world\u2019s largest island. Due to its unique location in between the Arctic and Atlantic oceans, Greenland\u2019s cuisine is made up of a lot of seafood with its national dish being suaasat &#8211; a thick, frothy soup traditionally made from a number of things including seal, whale, or seabirds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, Greenland\u2019s cuisine can take a little getting used to but if that soup\u2019s not for your tastebuds, there are plenty of other delicious dishes and accompaniments to try from crowberry marmalade to reindeer mignon. And don\u2019t forget to wash your meal down with a Greenlandic coffee (a tasty concoction of whisky, Kahlua, Grand Marnier, whipped cream, and coffee).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/greenland\/west-greenland-gems-fjords-icebergs-and-culture-154227\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TRY GREENLANDIC CUISINE ON OUR WEST GREENLAND GEMS TOUR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Golden-Circle_Waterfalls_Ryan-Bolton7290.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Golden-Circle_Waterfalls_Ryan-Bolton7290.jpg\" alt=\"The vast green landscape of Iceland with stormy clouds and mountain ranges in the distance. \" class=\"wp-image-59483\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Golden-Circle_Waterfalls_Ryan-Bolton7290.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Golden-Circle_Waterfalls_Ryan-Bolton7290-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Golden-Circle_Waterfalls_Ryan-Bolton7290-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Golden-Circle_Waterfalls_Ryan-Bolton7290-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s face it, if you want warm, tropical weather in summer then Iceland\u2019s not the place you\u2019re travelling to but while it might not quite get up to sunbathing temperatures, the seasons of June, July, and August still reach highs of around 13\u00b0C\/55\u00b0F.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, this is practically sweltering for the Nordic country as winter lows can drop the temperature down to a freezing -3\u00b0C\/27\u00b0F (it does have \u2018ice\u2019 in its name after all).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While these temperatures can fluctuate during the year, the one thing that remains consistent in Iceland weather-wise is the rain. Each month experiences around 25mm-50mm which means that each day is likely to bring at least a light smattering of rain. But this also depends on the area of Iceland you\u2019re in with the south coast experiencing windier and wetter conditions than that of other regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/iceland\/northern-lights-escape-160605\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WITNESS THE NORTHERN LIGHTS ON OUR SMALL GROUP ADVENTURE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-greenland_colourful-houses-lake-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-greenland_colourful-houses-lake-1.jpg\" alt=\"A row of brightly coloured houses on the banks of a mirror-like lake. \" class=\"wp-image-59486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-greenland_colourful-houses-lake-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-greenland_colourful-houses-lake-1-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-greenland_colourful-houses-lake-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-greenland_colourful-houses-lake-1-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s going to come as no surprise to anyone that the best months to visit Greenland are the summer ones of June, July, and August when temperatures can reach as high as 15\u00b0C\/59\u00b0F and the sun stays up all night. While that might not seem very warm, it\u2019s better than the piercing lows of -20\u00b0C\/-4\u00b0F the country experiences in winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But of course, with the plummeting temperatures comes the chance to see the mystical aurora borealis (whose colours dance across the night sky from October until March), so you\u2019ll still see plenty of travellers around during December, January, and February. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, while temperatures can exceed freezing levels, it doesn\u2019t actually feel that cold thanks to the country\u2019s low humidity levels. The air in Greenland is very dry and while that means you can see further than you\u2019re used to (mountain peaks can appear closer than they actually are), it also means you need to drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Activities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Vatnajokull_Glacier_Glacier-Hike-Waterfall_Ryan-Bolton7396.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Vatnajokull_Glacier_Glacier-Hike-Waterfall_Ryan-Bolton7396.jpg\" alt=\"A group of travellers with harnesses on getting ready to hike the Vatnajokull glacier in Iceland. \" class=\"wp-image-59493\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Vatnajokull_Glacier_Glacier-Hike-Waterfall_Ryan-Bolton7396.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Vatnajokull_Glacier_Glacier-Hike-Waterfall_Ryan-Bolton7396-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Vatnajokull_Glacier_Glacier-Hike-Waterfall_Ryan-Bolton7396-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Vatnajokull_Glacier_Glacier-Hike-Waterfall_Ryan-Bolton7396-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While the cold temperatures might have you wanting to curl up in front of your guesthouse\u2019s fireplace with a good book and a cup of kaffi (coffee), there\u2019s plenty of adventure to be had in Iceland with activities that range from relaxing to adventurous at your perfectly gloved fingertips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you want to lace up your boots and hike to Vatnajokull (Europe\u2019s largest glacier), soak in the mineral-rich waters of Grindavik\u2019s famous blue lagoon, enjoy a scenic drive along the rugged coasts of East Fjords, or simply take a walking tour of Reykjavik\u2019s landmark attractions (think the old harbour and Hallgrimskirkja church), you\u2019ll never get bored of exploring this icy isle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/iceland\/icelands-golden-circle-depth-160590\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GET ACTIVE ON OUR ICELAND&#8217;S GOLDEN CIRCLE IN DEPTH TOUR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From hiking through remote areas in search of mind-boggling landscapes and camping overnight in a fjord to catching a helicopter for spectacular views over the immense Greenland ice sheet, this country is full of activity-filled surprises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One day you might be kayaking through glacial lakes and trying to spot the northern lights while the next, you\u2019ll be exploring the remains of ancient settlements at Sydkap and Frederiksdal and cruising the waters of Disko Bay, keeping your eyes peeled for the breach of a whale of the cry of a seabird.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, Greenland may as well change its name to \u2018Adventureland\u2019. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The verdict<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Greenland might dwarf Iceland in size but when it comes to the things that count &#8211; culture, landscapes, cuisine, weather, and activities \u2013 it\u2019s hard to differentiate the two. That might sound like a cop out but these two Nordic countries both promise an unforgettable adventure you won\u2019t stop telling your friends about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, if we can\u2019t decide which one comes out on top, then we can hardly expect you to. So, why not travel to both on our East Greenland and Northern Lights tour? Problem solved.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/greenland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EXPLORE BOTH COUNTRIES ON OUR EAST GREENLAND AND ICELAND NORTHERN LIGHTS TOUR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This decision is harder than it looks&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16234,"featured_media":59464,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[455,1313,14],"tags":[46,3067,112],"class_list":["post-59462","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-feature","category-guides","category-news","tag-europe","tag-greenland","tag-iceland"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.3.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Iceland or Greenland? 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