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Iceland Adventure
Overview
Highlights (Bullets)
- Reykjavik : Welcome dinner; orientation; farewell dinner at a local restaurant
- HellisheiÐarvirkjun: Visit the geothermal heat and electric power station
- Geysir : Admire the hot springs; taste local specialties and drink a glass of schnapps
- Gullfoss : Marvel at the waterfall
- Thingvellir: Walk through the rift valley that marks the separation between the North American and the European tectonic plates
- Hauganes: Boat cruise, see whales in their natural habitat
- Akureyri : Orientation, visit the Botanical Garden
- GoÐafoss: See the “Waterfall of the Gods”
- Lake mÝvatn: Stop at the Mývatn Nature Baths
- Dettifoss: Admire the most powerful waterfall in Europe
- BorgarfjÖrÐur eystri: Walking tour
- Lake jÖkulsÁrlÓn: See the setting of James Bond’s Die Another Day and see the largest glacier in Europe
- Skaftafell: Drive through the national parkSELJALANDSFOSS
- 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 Iceland tour, you will start and end in Reykjavik, and you'll witness these natural wonders while enjoying fun and unique experiences
Short Description
Icelandic folklore maintains there are clans of elves and trolls living in the country’s extraordinary hills, rocky outcrops, and lava fields. Will you meet these “Huldufólk” or “Hidden People” said to dislike churches, daylight, and electricity? Hard to say. But here’s what you will see on this breathtaking tour of Iceland—active volcanoes, roaring waterfalls, jagged glaciers, floating icebergs, black-sand beaches, and brilliant-blue geothermal springs. Unique, local experiences await in the “Land of Fire and Ice,” including tasting piping hot bread baked by the heat from the hot springs, sipping Geysir schnapps served at freezing point, and standing in awe before the spectacular Lake Jökulsárlón, home to Europe’s largest glacier and the site of some of the most dramatic scenes from the James Bond movie Die Another Day. The gargantuan sights in the land of the elves will surely leave you stirred, not shaken.
Itinerary
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)
Day 2: REYKJAVIK–HELLISHEIÐARVIRKJUN–GEYSIR–GULLFOSS–THINGVELLIR–BORGARNES
Incredible Iceland REYKJAVIK Orientation drive.HELLISHEIÐARVIRKJUN Visit the geothermal heat and electric power station.GEYSIR Stop at the hot springs and [LF] taste local specialties with a glass of Geysir Schnapps.GULLFOSS Take pictures at the Gullfoss waterfalls.THINGVELLIR [LF] Walk through the rift valley en route to Borgarnes.(Breakfast,Dinner) 180 mi / 290 km
LOCAL FAVORITE NATURAL WONDERS Iceland is the only place in the world where separation between the North American and European geological rift (tectonic plates) are above sea level, and nowhere in the world are the edges of both plates as clearly visible than the rift valley in Thingvellir National Park. Here, you can stand on two continents at the same time!
Day 3: BORGARNES–HAUGANES–AKUREYRI
Giant Love HAUGANES Take a [LF] whale-watching cruise before continuing to Akureyri. (Breakfast,Dinner)217 mi / 350 km
LOCAL FAVORITE WILD & WONDERFUL Take a whale-watching cruise from Hauganes for the chance to spot humpback and minke whales and dolphins surfacing on the glassy waters of Eyjafjordur bay.
Day 4: AKUREYRI–GOĐAFOSS–LAKE MÝVATN–DETTIFOSS–BORGARFJÖRĐUR EYSTRI
Heavenly Sights AKUREYRI Take an orientation walk that includes the botanical gardens.GOĐAFOSS Take pictures of the “Waterfall of the Gods.” Scenic drive to the lovely blue Lake Mývatn.LAKE MÝVATN Stop at the geothermal Mývatn Nature Baths.DETTIFOSS Take photos of the most powerful waterfall in Europe (road conditions permitting) before continuing to Borgarfjördur Eystri. (Breakfast,Dinner) 190 mi / 305 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHTPICTURE PERFECT Take the photographs of a lifetime with a stop at North Iceland’s historic and magnificent Goðafoss waterfall, stretching 90 feet across dramatic rock formations to deliver its spectacular cascades along the glacial-fed Skjálfandafljót River.
Day 5: BORGARFJÖRĐUR EYSTRI–HÖFN AREA
Warm Friends on an Icelandic Fjord BORGARFJÖRĐUR EYSTRI Take a walking tour, followed by a scenic drive en route to Höfn. (Breakfast,Dinner)159 mi / 256 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Enjoy a walking tour of Borgarf Jördur Eystri and hear about life in the rural Icelandic countryside over the centuries. Take in the natural beauty of this fjord town where sheep farming, fishing, and music festivals are all part of the culture.
Day 6: HÖFN AREA–LAKE JÖKULSÁRLÓN–SKAFTAFELL NATIONAL PARK–VIK AREA
Icy Beauty LAKE JÖKULSÁRLÓN [LF] Take photos of the Vatnajökull Glacier (weather permitting). Scenic drive through Skaftafell National Park en route to Vik. (Breakfast,Dinner) 169 mi / 272 km
LOCAL FAVORITE PICTURE PERFECT Drive through the national park at Skaftafell and stop at Lake Jökulsárlón. Snap photos to capture the astonishingly beautiful glacier Vatnajökull (the Water Glacier) which flows into the lake for a spectacular sight to see at Iceland's largest ice cap.
Day 7: VIK AREA–SELJALANDSFOSS–REYKJAVIK
Earthly Powers VIK AREA Scenic drive with views of the Eyjafjallajökull volcano. SELJALANDSFOSS Take photos of the waterfall.REYKJAVIK Enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast,Dinner) 118 mi / 190 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHTNATURAL WONDERS Eyjafjallajökull is one of Iceland’s few stratovolcanoes (with an ice cap covering the caldera). When the volcano erupted in 2010, the glacier topping also broke, and the plume of ash rose over five miles into the sky – interrupting European air travel for almost a month!
Day 8: REYKJAVIK
Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)
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Group Size
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Accommodations
Hilton Reykjavik Nordica
Contemporary concrete & glass hotel in the heart of business district, near shopping, sports facilities & exhibition hall.
Reykjavik
Iceland
Sudurlandsbraut 2
Hotel Hamar
At Icelandair Hotel Hamar you can relax and rejuvenate in peace and tranquility, with every comfort available. Enjoy magnificent views of the Borgarfjordur fjord while you indulge in the personal service and delicious, locally-sourced meals.
Borgarnes
Iceland
Hamar Golf Course
Hotel Kea
Kea has been welcoming guests since 1944 with the same high standards of elegance, quality, service and comfort which would be expected of one of Iceland's well-established hotels.
Akureyri
Iceland
Hafnarstraeti 87-89
Alfheimar Country Hotel
Álfheimar Country Hotel will be your relaxed home away from home. This family run property offers simple and functional modern comforts in harmony with the environment. The restaurant focuses on ingredients supplied by local fishermen and farmers, and guests can enjoy local specialties cooked in Icelandic-style. Free access to high-speed wireless Internet is available.
Borgarfjordur Eystri
Iceland
V/Merkisveg, Borgarfirdi Eystra
Fosshotel Vatnajokull
Fosshotel Vatnajökull is a modern hotel situated in the southeast of Iceland with a spellbinding view of the magnificent glacier Vatnajökull. The building was designed to create a perfect integration with the surrounding environment, making sure to offer the most peaceful and relaxing stay to all guests. Guestrooms feature a modern design with hardwood floors, stylish interiors, and a view over Vatnajökull Glacier and the surrounding mountains, making the Lindabakki area one of the most exciting locations in Southeast Iceland. A TV, fridge, bathroom, and free Wi-Fi are included.
Hofn
Iceland
Lindarbakki
Katla
Hotel Katla is an ideal location for short trips to explore some of the most spectacular places in Iceland, like Seljalandsfoss waterfall, Dyrholaey, Westman Islands, Jokulsarlon Glacier lagoon and Skaftafell National Park.
Vik
Iceland
Mýrdalur
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