Gems of Iceland with Whale Watching

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Iceland is a country known for its natural wonders: glaciers, active volcanoes, black-sand beaches, geothermal areas, roaring rivers, majestic waterfalls, and beautiful lakes. On this escorted tour of Iceland start and end in Reykjavik and witness these natural wonders while enjoying fun and unique experiences. Globus has included some spectacular experiences...
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Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Reykjavik : Welcome dinner; orientation; farewell dinner at a local restaurant
    • Thingvellir: Walk through the rift valley that marks the separation between the North American and the European tectonic plates
    • Geysir : Admire the hot springs; taste local specialties and drink a glass of schnapps
    • Gullfoss : Marvel at the waterfall
    • Skaftafell: Drive through the national park
    • Lake jÖkulsÁrlÓn : See the setting of James Bond’s Die Another Day and see the largest glacier in Europe
    • Skogafoss & seljalandsfoss: Admire the WaterfallsHELLISHEIÐARVIRKJUN
    • Iceland is a country known for its natural wonders: glaciers, active volcanoes, black-sand beaches, geothermal areas, roaring rivers, majestic waterfalls, and beautiful lakes
    • On this guided tour of Iceland, you will start and end in Reykjavik, and you'll witness these natural wonders while enjoying fun and unique experiences

What's this trip about?

    Iceland is a country known for its natural wonders: glaciers, active volcanoes, black-sand beaches, geothermal areas, roaring rivers, majestic waterfalls, and beautiful lakes. On this escorted tour of Iceland start and end in Reykjavik and witness these natural wonders while enjoying fun and unique experiences. Globus has included some spectacular experiences to make your Iceland vacation special. In Thingvellir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, walk through the rift valley that marks the separation between two of the world’s major tectonic plates. In Geysir, experience the geothermal areas and taste freshly baked bread, cooked using the heat from the hot springs. Pair it with a glass of Geysir schnapps. Another unique and unforgettable experience Globus offers is a boat cruise to see whales in their natural habitat. Marvel at the Gullfoss waterfall; drive through the national park at Skaftafell; stop at Lake Jökulsárlón, where some of the most spectacular scenes of the James Bond movie Die Another Day were filmed. Join us to experience the exquisite natural beauty that will stay with you for years to come—a guided vacation in Iceland you’ll treasure forever.

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start City REYKJAVIK, ICELAND
End CityREYKJAVIK

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Day 1: ARRIVE IN REYKJAVIK, ICELAND

Welcome to Reykjavik! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Dinner)

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Day 2: REYKJAVIK–THINGVELLIR–GEYSIR–GULLFOSS–KIRKUBAERKLAUSTUR

Incredible Iceland REYKJAVIK Take an orientation drive THINGVELLIR [LF] Walk through the rift valley. GEYSIR Stop at the hot springs and [LF] taste local specialties with a glass of Geysir Schnapps. GULLFOSS Take pictures at the Gullfoss waterfalls en route to Kir...

Day 3: KIRKUBAERKLAUSTUR. EXCURSION TO SKAFTAFELL NATIONAL PARK & LAKE JÖKULSÁRLÓN

Icy Beauty Scenic drive through Skaftafell national park. LAKE JÖKULSÁRLÓN Take pictures of glacier Vatnajökull the largest in Europe. (Breakfast,Dinner) 155mi/250km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT PICTURE PERFECT Drive through the national park at Skaftafell and stop at Lake J...

Day 4: KIRKUBAERKLAUSTUR–REYNISFJARA- SKOGAFOSS-SELJALANDSFOSS– HELLISHEIðARVIRKJUN–REYKJAVIK

Rainbows & Waterfalls REYNISFJARA Take pictures of the black beach. Scenic drive along Skogafoss and Seljandsfoss waterfalls. HELLISHEIðARVIRKJUN Visit the geothermal heat and electric power station. (Breakfast,Dinner)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS A sceni...

Day 5: REYKJAVIK

Giant Love REYKJAVIK Embark on a morning boat excursion to watch whales in their natural habitat. Enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast,Dinner)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT WILD & WONDERFUL Take a whale-watching excursion on the waters near Reykjavik...

Day 6: REYKJAVIK

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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Hilton Reykjavik Nordica

Contemporary concrete & glass hotel in the heart of business district, near shopping, sports facilities & exhibition hall.

Reykjavik

Iceland

Sudurlandsbraut 2

Klaustur

This 57-room hotel offers modern Scandinavian comfort in close proximity to the magnificent Vatnajökull glacier and spectacular Sidufjoll mountains. Locally sourced ingredients are highlighted in the restaurant's dishes, and the cozy bar with outdoor terrace offers the perfect place to enjoy drinks and snacks.

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Iceland

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