Untamed Iceland
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- Visit a local horse farm to meet affable Icelandic horses first brought to the country by Viking settlers
- Discover some of Iceland's Saga-like history at the Settlement Center in Borgarnes.
- Enjoy views of colorful mountain cliffs, pristine fjords, and fertile valleys where horses graze.
- Visit a museum dedicated to this once-thriving industry before returning to Akureyri.
- Visit the stunning Gullfoss waterfall
- Visit a flower farm that relies on geothermal energy to grow lilies, roses and other species.
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- International airfare, airport transfers, government taxes, fees, and airline fuel surcharges unless you choose to make your own air arrangements (please note due to government actions taxes may change)
- All land transportation and 1 internal flight
- Accommodations for 10 nights, plus 1 night in the U.S. on trips that return in September and October
- 22 meals—daily breakfast, 5 lunches, and 6 dinners (including 1 Home-Hosted Dinner)
- 22 small group activities
- Services of a resident, English-speaking OAT Trip Leader
- Gratuities for local guides, drivers, and luggage porters
- 5% Frequent Traveler Credit toward your next adventure—an average of $273
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2018-07-1
2018-07-31
$5,595
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2018-08-1
2018-08-31
$5,395
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2018-09-1
2018-09-30
$4,895
Limited
2018-10-1
2018-10-31
$4,495
Limited
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