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Fire & Ice, Twin Room, Winter, 22/23
Premier
Overview
Highlights (Bullets)
- 3 Dinner (D)
- 5 Breakfast (B)
- Reykjavik: Enjoy the first meal together with your group and dine on a dinner of seasonal Icelandic specialties. Toast the beginning of your adventure as a team - the possibilities are endless!
- Geysir: Get your camera ready for this jumping geothermal wonder as we explore the heart of Iceland, Thingvellir National Park. And if you miss the photo op don’t worry. It’ll happen again in five minutes. Luckily!
- Midgard: Step into the world of Icelandic farm life with a visit to Efstidalur - a farm run by four siblings whose ancestors have worked the land since 1750! You'll get the chance to try their locally made ice cream, Skyr yoghurt, feta cheese and much more.
- Midgard: Grab your new BFFs to relax in the rooftop sauna and then soak in the hot tub at your hotel.
- Fridheimar: Learn all about geothermal heating and greenhouse horticulture - AKA, how do you grow such delicious veggies in such a chilly climate?
- Skaftafell: Get your camera reel a-ready in Skaftafell for some of the weirdest and most wonderful waterfalls you'll have ever seen in your life!
- Skaftafell: Walk the black sands on the world-famous Reynisfjara Beach and look out for the basalt pillars and unique rock formations on the coast.
- Skaftafell: Marvel at canyons, volcanoes & glaciers on a drive through Kirkjubaejarklaustur, a beautiful rural town of just 500 people.
- Skaftafell: Look out for pony-sized horses with teal blue eyes in Skaftafell
Short Description
Starting in the soulful city of Reykjavik, this trip will have you widening your eyes at the best of Iceland's unique natural beauty. Along the way you’ll witness erupting geysers & cascading waterfalls, marvel at volcanoes & glaciers and soak in the Blue Lagoon, a geothermal mineral wonder surrounded by steam and stars. By the time it’s over, you’ll be floating home with a full camera reel and a lovestruck look plastered all over your face.
Destinations
IcelandAttractions & Cities Visited
N/AActivities & Interests
Homestays & Cultural ImmersionItinerary
Day 1: Reykjavik
Welcome to Iceland, home to the world's most swoon-worthy sights. You'll soon be heading home with a camera roll filled with epic vistas and a head full of cherished memories. But first thing's first, it's time to get acquainted with the quirky and colourful buildings of Reykjavik (this captivating capital is cool in more ways than one). After checking into your hostel and having time to unwind, we'll bond over a tasty 3-course local dinner, feeling the frisson of excitement about the fine days that lay ahead of us.
Kex Hostel (or similar)
Dinner
Day 2: Reykjavik to Midgard
After breakfast this morning we're headed to Midgard Base Camp - but loads to see and do on the way as we make our way around the Golden Circle. First, a stop at the spectacular Thingvellir National Park before heading onto Efstidalur, where we'll enjoy a Farm to Table presentation and get a tantalising taste of the local cuisine. Then we're off to the jaw-dropping geothermal fields of Geysir. The evening offers the opportunity to relax in the rooftop sauna & hot tub at Midgard Base Camp and reflect on an incredible day in this amazing country.
Midgard Base Camp (or similar)
Breakfast
Day 3: Midgard to Skaftafell
Rise and shine! After breakfast we're headed across the astonishingly beautiful south shore. It's time for more spectacular waterfalls, the famous Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. After gawping at their thundering beauty, we're headed past the Mýrdalsjökull Glacier to Reynisfjara beach. Take a walk along the uniquely black sands, admire the crazy rock formations and remind yourself you're still on planet earth.
Fosshotel Nupar Kirkjubaejarklaustur (or similar)
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Skaftafell to Vik
Another day, another included breakfast and another awe-inspiring National Park to head to. Vatnajökull is named after Europe's largest glacier, and is the largest National Park in western Europe. Cameras at the ready, we'll check out Svinafellsjökull, one of the most beautiful of the glacial outlets emerging from Vatnajökull. Today is your chance to sign up for an optional glacier adventure. We'll arrive in Vik after a day of fresh air and exploring the glorious sights that Iceland has to offer.
Hotel Katla Vik (or similar)
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5: Vik to Reykjavik
After breakfast today we're headed towards the Reykjanes peninsula. Visit geothermal sites, explore dramatic coastlines and charming villages, or enjoy views over Lake Kleifarvatn with its mesmerising rock formations and legends of mythical creatures. Today you'll have a chance to take a dip in the famous hot springs of the Blue Lagoon.
Kex Hostel (or similar)
Breakfast
Day 6: Reykjavik
Pack your bags back in pretty Reykjavik and try to stay on the high induced by all the wonders we’ve taken in. We’ll say our farewells as the trip wraps up, leaving us with a deep appreciation for this special country.
Breakfast
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Fire & Ice, Twin Room, Winter, 22/23
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Details
Flight & Transport Inclusions
Roundtrip air to/from trip start & all internal transport
Group Size
Private - your group only
Accommodations
- Kex Hostel (or similar)
- Midgard Base Camp (or similar)
- Fosshotel Nupar Kirkjubaejarklaustur (or similar)
- Hotel Katla Vik (or similar)
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