Cruising Iceland's Wild West Coast

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Small Ship Cruise
Set sail from Reykjavik into the majestic, unspoiled Westfjords. Cruise past craggy inlets shadowed by volcanic peaks, visit the waterfalls of Snaefellsnes Peninsula, walk the red sand of Raudasundar Beach, hear tales of Viking warriors in Pingeyri and be humbled by the grandeur of Siglufjordur.

Overview

Trip type
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Cruise the rugged coast of the westfjords looking out for puffins, nesting birds and whales along the way
    • Only a fraction of visitors to iceland make it across to the far-flung west, and the lack of tourists make its landscapes and villages a dream to explore
    • Make like a viking at pyngeyri, home of that legendary icelandic literature the sagas
    • Tour the spectacular snaefellsnes peninsula by road. known as iceland in miniature, this destination has a great amount of the spectacular scenery iceland is famous for –all in one place

What's this trip about?

    Set sail from Reykjavik into the majestic, unspoiled Westfjords. Cruise past craggy inlets shadowed by volcanic peaks, visit the waterfalls of Snaefellsnes Peninsula, walk the red sand of Raudasundar Beach, hear tales of Viking warriors in Pingeyri and be humbled by the grandeur of Siglufjordur.

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeGroup - max of 46 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityReykjavik
End CityAkureyri

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Iceland

Attractions

  • Akureyri
  • Snaefellsnes Peninsula

Activities

  • Culture

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Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1 Embarkation in Reykjavik
Welcome to Iceland. Embarkation will take place between 3 and 4pm. Enjoy a welcome dinner on board. The Panorama will be in port overnight so you can take advantage of Reykjavik's nightlife.

Day 2 Reykjavik
After breakfast you'll take a walking tour of Reykjavik with a local guide. Iceland's capital is packed with historic buildings, a small but beautiful lake (Tjörnin), cool cafes and a slew of intriguing restaurants and bars. After the tour the city is yours to explore. Y...
Day 3 Akranes
You will depart early before stopping at Akranes, a coastal town roughly 50 kilometres (31 miles) north of Reykjavik, where you'll visit the photogenic Akranes Lighthouse. Next is a wondrous road trip to the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, often called 'Iceland in Miniature' as ...
Day 4 Bildudalur
A late morning arrival in Bildudalur means you'll encounter spectacular views of Westfjords coastline. This is a place of breathtaking scenery, harsh landscape, sharp mountain ridges, and deep and beautiful fjords where farmers and villages cuddle together on a narrow st...
Day 5 Isafjordur
You will arrive early morning at Isafjordur, a large fishing port in Wesfjords. You will then make an excursion to Pingeyri, one of the oldest settlements in the Westfjords and site of the region's first trading post. It's also a place long-associated with the Sagas of I...
Day 6 Siglufjordu
You will arrive early at Siglufjordur, Iceland’s northernmost city, very close to the Arctic Circle and possibly the most picturesque port of Iceland. Siglufjordur was once known as the capital of herring fishing and the city celebrates its heritage with a glorious, awar...
Day 7 Akureyri
Situated at the head of Iceland's longest fjord, Akureyri is the nation's second largest city. Embark on a leader-led walking tour of the town before enjoying some free time to explore. Wander the streets of arts and crafts galleries and shops, passing wooden houses in p...
Day 8 Disembark in Akureyri
Your Westfjords adventure ends after breakfast.

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Price From $2,989
Price per day$374
Last Updated: 2/16/2023

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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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Logistics

Accommodation

Small Cruise Ship 7 nights,

Transportation & Flights

Small Cruise Ship,

Transportation & flights

Small Cruise Ship
Guides
On your voyage, as well as the ship and hospitality crew, there will be between 1 and 3 local tour leaders (depending on the total number of passengers). These leaders will be with you on board the ship, and on all included shore activities. They will have good general knowledge of the areas you are passing through including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects, as well as being able to recommend great local eating venues for your on shore meals and what you might like to do with your free time (when you're not relaxing and enjoying the ship's facilities).
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory for all our trips. We require that, at a minimum, you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects and covers all countries visited on your itinerary.
Visa requirements
Visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. Entry requirements can change at any time, so it's important that you check for the latest information. Please visit the relevant consular website of the country or countries you’re visiting for detailed and up-to-date visa information specific to your nationality. Your consultant will also be happy to point you in the right direction with acquiring visas. Visas can take several weeks to process, so familiarise yourself with any requirements as soon as you have booked your trip to allow for processing time. As a general rule most countries expect that your passport has a minimum of 6 months validity remaining. Please ensure the name on your passport matches the name on your booking and airline tickets. Your passport details are required to complete your booking. Your consultant will contact you when this is required. Take a copy of the main passport pages and other important documents with you, and leave another copy at home with family or friends. Visas are currently not required for Australian, New Zealand, US, Canadian or UK/EU passport holders wishing to visit Iceland. Some EU nationals may travel in Europe using only an identity card, however it is your responsibility to check with the relevant authorities if this applies to you.
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
Finish point Akureyri Port Akureyri Harbour Akureyri ICELAND
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