| Day |
Description |
Accommodation |
Transfer |
|
1 |
Arrival and overnight in Reykjavik / pre night. |
x |
From Keflavik Airport to your hotel in Reykjavik. |
|
2 |
Natural Wonders and History
Start the day with a short city sightseeing around Reykjavík. On to Þingvellir National Park, a geologically fascinating area and the ancient site of the World's first parliament. A walk through the stunning natural beauty of this historic site. Enjoy great photo opportunities in the world-famous hot spring area of Geysir, with boiling mud pools and erupting hot springs. Wait a few minutes for Strokkur to spout a magnificent water and steam column high into the air. Head to the Gullfoss waterfall, considered by many to be Iceland's most impressive waterfall, and feel its enormous power. |
In Selfoss. |
x |
|
3 |
Meadows and Waterfalls
Drive through the historic countryside of South Iceland and the main agricultural area of the country. View the rich farmlands, the towering mountains and even on a clear day spot the famous, still active, volcano of Hekla, which last erupted in the year 2000. The road then leads to the waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss displaying seductive scenery and giving us the chance of getting close to the forces of nature. Onwards to Vík and Reynisfjara for a view of striking rock formation and the endless black sand beach. |
In Selfoss. |
x |
|
4 |
Viking Trails
Drive in the morning to the fertile Borgarfjörður area, to Hraunfossar waterfall and Deildartunguhver, the most powerful hot spring in the world. In the village Borgarnes you will visit the "Settlement Centre" to discover how Iceland was settled. Drive on through the moors and lava fields of the Mýrar district and past the regularly shaped extinct volcanic crater Eldborg. Overnight |
In Stykkishólmur. |
x |
|
5 |
Taste of Iceland
Start the day by a visit to Bjarnarhöfn for a taste of shark, a unique taste of the Icelandic food culture. Go on a cruise excursion of Breiðafjörður bay.The bay is famous for its countless islands and bird life. The highlight of the tour is when a net-plough is cast overboard and shellfish delicacies brought onboard for everyone to taste straight from the sea. Afterwards you can relax and explore the town of Stykkishólmur on your own. |
In Stykkishólmur. |
x |
|
6 |
Glacier and Mystical Healing Power
Circle the legendary Snæfellsjökull glacier which covers a powerful central volcano and is unquestionably the crowning jewel of the peninsula. Continue along the northern shores of the peninsula driving through the tiny picturesque fishing villages. Take a walk along the magnificent columnar basalt formations of Arnarstapi before stopping at the fair sandy beach at Búðir. Onwards to the Blue Lagoon, for a refreshing bath or swim in the pleasantly warm mineral-rich water, known for its healing properties. Overnight |
In Northern Lights Inn by the Blue Lagoon. |
|
|
7 |
Departure |
|
To Keflavik Airport. |
DURATION: 7 days, 6 nights
OPERATION: April, May, June, August, September
DEPARTURES:
English / Scandinavian 2010
| Pre night |
Tour departure |
| April 30 |
May 1 |
| May 14 |
May 15 * |
| May 28 |
May 29 |
| August 27 |
August 28 |
| September 10 |
September 11 * |
| September 24 |
September 25 |
* Guaranteed departures
PRICE
Per person.
Valid May 1 - September 30, 2010
| Double room: € 1.090 |
| Single room: € 1.350 |
Note:
Due to the high demand of this tour, it is imperative that you book at least 4 weeks prior to tour departure during the high season. Bookings made on shorter notice cannot be guaranteed.
Children Rate
Infants 0-1 year: Free of charge
Children 2-11 years, sharing a room and/or traveling with a guardian: 50% discount of listed price
Children 12 years and older: Full price.
INCLUDED
• 5 day guided tour from/to Reykjavík
• Accommodation 1 nights w/breakfast and w/facilities in Reykjavík
• Accommodation 5 nights w/breakfast and w/facilities in countryside
• 5 dinners in the countryside
• Entrance to The Settlement Centre
• Visit to Bjarnarhöfn for a taste of shark
• Cruise excursion of Breiðafjörður bay (2 hrs,15 min)
• Departure transfer provided by Northern Lights Inn
NOT INCLUDED
• Optional tours
• Entrance to the Geocenter at Geysir
• Entrance to Skógar museum
• Entrance to Library of Water in Stykkisholmur
• Entrance to the Blue Lagoon
• Meals other than those listed in itinerary
• International flights