Iceland: Land of Fire and Ice 2020

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Small Ship Cruise
Explore cosmopolitan Reykjavik, picturesque fishing villages, remote island farmland and the incomparable natural wonders of Iceland. See fjords ringed by mountains; stroll atop black lava landscapes; view sulphur fields, glaciers, spouting geysers and towering waterfalls; and soak in a thermally heated lagoon.

Overview

Trip type
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Iceland... a land of volcanoes and glaciers… elves and spirits… puffins and whales... epic sagas
    • heroic legends and a rich history…Come with us on our 8-day Iceland cruise aboard one of our newest ships
    • stylish
    • yacht-like Le Champlain. Sail from sophisticated Reykjavik to off-the-beaten-track towns
    • tiny villages and islands populated by just a handful of people. Bird watchers will be delighted by all the opportunities to observe puffins
    • arctic terns and other species that thrive in Iceland
    • and history lovers will find much of interest in Iceland’s story. Your yacht is small enoughfor an intimate cruise experience yet large enough to provide amenities found on large cruise ships; all staterooms and suites have ocean views
    • and 95% have private balconies.

What's this trip about?

    Explore cosmopolitan Reykjavik, picturesque fishing villages, remote island farmland and the incomparable natural wonders of Iceland. See fjords ringed by mountains; stroll atop black lava landscapes; view sulphur fields, glaciers, spouting geysers and towering waterfalls; and soak in a thermally heated lagoon.

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Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start City Reykjavík, Iceland
End CityReykjavík

Travel Themes

  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture

Trip includes

    • TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – On-tour film vignettes custom-made for Tauck by BBC Earth natural history experts All gratuities to Tauck Director, ship staff and local guides Tauck’s private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at $2,358 Cruise aboard Le Champlain with an onboard naturalist who shares expert insights on land and at sea Your cruise may be a shared ship experience with non-Tauck guests onboard as well; all Tauck guests will be accompanied by one Tauck Director for approximately every 40 Tauck guests, and your itinerary will always be highlighted by exclusive, private Tauck shore excursions

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Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1 Arrive Reykjavik

Tour begins: 12:00 PM, Reykjavik.
When you arrive in Iceland’s capital, Reykjavik, you’ll be met at Keflavik International Airport and transferred to the Hilton Reykjavik Nordica or the Grand Hotel Reykjavik, where Tauck has reserved day rooms to accommodate those guests with early flight arrivals into R...
Day 2 Grundarfjordur & fishing villages
Begin the day with a relaxing morning at sea, where briefings set the stage for the week ahead – during which you’ll encounter daily life in fishing villages hugging the craggy coast, traditions and legends that are so much a part of Icelandic culture, pristine wildernes...
Day 3 Life on Grímsey & the Arctic Circle
Your Tauck small ship calls at the small island of Grímsey today, located just off the northern coast of Iceland on the Arctic Circle. Approximately 100 hearty souls make their homes on this northernmost inhabited part of Iceland. Learn about what life is like here, the ...
Day 4 Akureyri to the Godafoss
On the northern coast of Iceland cruise to the beautiful city of Akureyri, the second-largest city in the nation. Set amidst magnificent mountains, Akureyri is known as the "capital of North Iceland" and noted for its lively cultural life. First settled by Norse Vikings ...
Day 5 Isafjordur, Vigur & island life
The allure of the Westfjords that you'll explore on your Iceland cruise today includes spectacular scenery, history and encounters with the daily lifestyles of the people who live here. Dock at the fishing town of Isafjordur, which despite its isolation from the rest of ...
Day 6 Heimaey & the "Islands of the western men"
There are places on Earth that simply must be experienced and the geological children, Heimaey and Surtsey islands in the area of Iceland called Vestmannaeyjar (the Westman Islands), are among them. Named “islands of the western men” for a group of rebellious slaves whos...
Day 7 Iceland's "Golden Circle" & The Althing
After Le Champlain arrives in Hafnarfjordur this morning, today's Iceland cruise adventures take in the "Big Three" – Gullfoss waterfall, the Geysir hot spring area and Thingvellir National Park – as well as many of Iceland’s most famous landmarks. A UNESCO World Heritag...
Day 8 The Blue Lagoon & Reykjavik to journey home
Your Iceland cruise ends this morning in the town of Hafnarfjördur as you bid farewell to the captain and crew of Le Champlain. Join us for a pleasant drive from Hafnarfjördur, nestled atop a lava flow, and enchanting Kleifarvatn Lake to the geothermal fields of Krysuvik...

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Price From $7,990
Price per day$999
Last Updated: 2/17/2023

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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