23 Places Where Cruises Dock Right Into a Fairytale Village

17. Qaqortoq, Greenland: Arctic Colors and Icy Vistas

For a different kind of fairytale, consider Qaqortoq in Southern Greenland, an increasingly popular stop on Arctic cruises. Here, brightly painted wooden houses in vivid primary colours stand in stark contrast against dramatic dark mountains and the icy blue waters of the fjord, often dotted with icebergs. Explore the historic colonial buildings around the fountain square, discover Inuit culture, and marvel at the unique "Stone and Man" art project scattered throughout the town. Its remote beauty and colourful resilience create a surreal, unforgettable Arctic storybook setting.