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Discover the best of Iceland on this 8 day holiday, covering volcanoes, floating icebergs, roaring waterfalls and narrow fjords. Experience an Iceland you won’t soon forget!
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Upon arrival at Keflavik Airport, be welcomed by a driver and transferred to your hotel in Reykjavík. After checking in, you can explore the vibrant city centre on your own or spend the day at leisure. Overnight in Reykjavik.
This morning, be picked up by your guide. Here you can explore the iconic Golden Circle, a popular route containing some of the best-known natural phenomena in Iceland: The Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area and the powerful Gullfoss waterfall. Later, visit the geothermally-heated greenhouse at the Friðheimar tomato farm; and if you fancy, you can even try out their tomato flavoured ice-cream.
Later in the evening, head out on an excursion to search for the Northern Lights*. Overnight in Selfoss area.
Start your day with a visit to the Seljalandsfoss waterfall. Did you know that during summer months, you can even walk behind the magnificent falls? Then further along at the Volcano Visitor Centre at the Þorvaldseyri farm, look through the exhibit about the 2010 Eyjafjallajökull eruption.
Later, visit the iconic Skógafoss waterfall and the nearby Skógar folk museum displaying interesting artefacts from Iceland’s old farming and fishing days. The last stop for the day is near the village of Vík í Mýrdal; home to a black volcanic beach. Here you can witness the spectacular rock arch and steep cliffs of Dyrhólaey along with the Reynisdrangar basalt columns.
In the evening, head out on another Northern Lights excursion. Overnight in Kirkjubæjarklaustur area.
Today’s drive takes you to some of Iceland’s postcard perfect attractions. Start off with a visit to the stunning Skaftafell area of Vatnajökull National Park. Vatnajökull is Iceland’s largest glacier. Here you have the option to go on a guided glacier hike and experience walking on ice (Cost not included).
Post lunch, continue to the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, well-known for its floating icebergs. From here, head towards the seaside village of Höfn. Overnight in the Höfn area.
Today, head towards East Iceland, where you can experience a lesser-explored part of the island. This includes stunning scenery dotted with tranquil fishing villages, narrow fjords, rugged tundra and sweeping landscapes. Stop en route at the small villages of Stöðvarfjörður and Fáskrúðsfjörður, the latter known for its French heritage before reaching the final destination of the day. Overnight in Egilsstaðir.
The raw power of Icelandic nature can be witnessed in North Iceland. The roaring Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall is one such example. Here, you can stand right next to the thundering water; an experience you won’t soon forget!
Later, visit the Lake Mývatn area, including the Námaskarð pass and the Skútustaðagígar —which have a surreal moon-like landscape. Up next, you can relax in the warm geothermal pools and saunas at the Mývatn Nature Baths, and view mountains and lava fields (Cost not included). From here, proceed to the town of Akureyri. Overnight in Akureyri.
The morning is at leisure, you can explore Akureyri on your own. Akureyri offers a variety of cosy cafés, small shops and the historical town centre is one of the many interesting places to take a walk.Don’t miss the streets of Hafnarstræti and Aðalstræti, where you can see old houses and perhaps visit the Nonni Museum.
In the afternoon head back to Reykjavík. After checking into the hotel, the rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Reykjavik.
Post breakfast, be transferred to the airport by coach bus. If you are flying in the afternoon, or happen to have time before your flight, you can optionally visit the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa to relax in the warm mineral waters before continuing onwards to the airport.
* Please note that the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.
*Prices applicable for travel until March 2017 & based on 2 Adults travelling together.
Designed for travellers who enjoy the outdoors, are in good health, and want an interesting yet relaxing holiday experience. These trips may involve walking, trekking, hiking, cycling, rafting or sea kayaking at a very slow pace. Most of these trips are usually a week long in duration. These holidays usually include cultural activities and sightseeing that can be enjoyed by all. There will be exploring on foot as well. Most travellers will find themselves comfortable with the basic activity level trips.
Every itinerary is unique, flexible and can be tailored to meet your preferences. Our travel experts' first hand knowledge of serviced destinations enables them to hand-craft dream holidays with you. We plan your holiday, your way!
