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Reykjavik: Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura or similar; Vik: Icelandair Hotel Vik or Kria Hotel or similar; Hofn: Hotel Hofn or similar; Egilsstadir: Icelandair Hotel Herad or similar; Myvatn Area: Sel-Hotel or similar; Siglufjordur: Hotel Sigló or similar; Borgarnes: Icelandair Hotel Hamar or similar

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Itinerary

Arrive at Reykjavik. Transfer to hotel on your own. Explore Reykjavík city on your own, the largest municipality in Iceland. Ingolfur Arnarson, the first settler of Iceland, built his farm on the peninsula where Reykjavík stands today. The town got its name “Smoky Bay” after the columns of steam that rose from the hot springs in the area and made such a deep impression on the first settlers. Dinner is on your own. Overnight stay in Reykjavik.

Breakfast at your hotel. Start the day with a short city sightseeing of Reykjavik. From Reykjavik head through the greenhouse village of Hveragerdi. Head on to the Golden Circle natural wonders. Explore Gullfoss, the “Golden Waterfall”, and the nearby Geysir hot spring area to see the famous Geysir and Strokkur, as well as numerous other hot springs and boiling mud pools. Continue along the south shore and stop to admire the waterfalls Seljalandsfossand Skogafossbefore continuing to Dyrholaey and the black sand beaches of Iceland’s South Shore. Continue to the village of Vik. Dinner and overnight in the south coast area. (Northern Lights Wake-Up Call Option available this evening). (B, D)

Breakfast at your hotel. Continue your journey on the Ring Road. Cross Eldhraun, the largest lava flow recorded on the planet in historical times. Visit Kirkjubaejarklaustur town, the former site of a 12th-century Catholic convent. The tour continues over Skeidararsandur sands to Skaftafell, a beautiful glacial area within Vatnajokull National Park. Continue to the stunning Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon to see the birthplace of icebergs. Throughout the day you will also enjoy magnificent views of the mighty Vatnajokull Glacier. Dinner and overnight stay in the Hofn area. (B, D)

Breakfast at your hotel. Drive from Hofn through Almannaskard pass, stopping to admire the majestic coastline. Continue to the towering mountains plunging vertically into the sea that form the magnificent East Fjords. Enjoy the amazing views: keep an eye out for wild reindeer, which can sometimes be seen in the area during the winter months. You’ll also pass villages, each with its own special history and charm. The road brings you to Egilsstadir town, located near Iceland’s largest forest and a lake said to be home to a legendary (friendly) monster. The area is also getting a name for itself for its excellent locally-sourced cuisine. Dinner and overnight stay in the Egilsstadir area. (B, D)

Breakfast at your hotel. Explore the empty vastness of the highland desert plateau Modrudalsoraefi as you head towards the Lake Myvatn area. On the way, stop at Dettifoss, Europe’s largest and most powerful waterfall. Continue onwards to Namaskard pass with its boiling mud pools and vibrant colours. Explore the natural beauty of the Lake Myvatn area, including the pseudo craters at Skutustadir and the Laxa Salmon River. Dinner and overnight stay in the Myvatn area. (B, D)

Breakfast at your hotel. Start the day by exploring the peculiar lava formations at Dimmuborgir. Visit the magnificent Godafoss waterfall and the old turf farm Laufas. Afterward, visit Akureyri, the colourful northern “capital „of Iceland. The town has charming buildings and beautiful view of the Eyjafjordur Fjord. After spending some time in Akureyri, continue along the coastal roads of Eyjafjordur and the Troll Peninsula. This is a beautiful drive along steep mountains with amazing views over the Arctic Sea and black sand coastline. The destination is Siglufjordur, set in a beautiful fjord of the same name. This town has some of the finest timber buildings in the country, beautifully restored to their original glory. Siglufjordur is a very picturesque and easily walkable town for an evening stroll. Dinner and overnight in Siglufjorður. (B, D)

Breakfast at your hotel. This morning visit Siglufjordur’s award-winning Herring-Era Maritime Museum. The museum recreates the atmosphere of the early 20th century, when Siglufjordur was transformed into a frontier boom town, thanks to a large migration of herring. Afterwards, head along majestic mountains and narrow passes to Skagafjordur, considered to be one of the finest places in Iceland for horse breeding. Enjoy an introduction to the unique Icelandic horse breed with its special fifth gait – the tolt. Continue towards the village of Blonduos, built on both sides of the river Blanda. Hrutey Island, a protected nature reserve, sits within the centre of this popular salmon river. Cross the Holtavorduheidi plateau through Borgarfjordur to the beautiful town of Borgarnes. Dinner and overnight stay in Borgarnes area. (B, D)

Breakfast at your hotel. Drive to Deildartunguhver, the most powerful hot spring in Europe. Stop to admire the beautiful Hraunfossar waterfalls before continuing via Hvalfjordur fjord to Lake Thingvallavatn, Iceland’s largest lake and Thingvellir National Park. This UNESCO heritage site is where the world‘s oldest continuing parliamentary government was founded in the 10th century. It is also the place where the North American and European tectonic plates meet. Overnight stay in Reykjavik. (B)

Breakfast at your hotel. Transfer to the airport on your own for your final destination. (B)


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    Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura or similar

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    Icelandair Hotel Vik or Kria Hotel or similar

    1 Night(s)

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    Hotel Hofn or similar

    1 Night(s)

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    Icelandair Hotel Herad or similar

    1 Night(s)

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    Sel-Hotel or similar

    1 Night(s)

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    Hotel Sigló or similar

    1 Night(s)

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    Icelandair Hotel Hamar or similar

    1 Night(s)

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

– 02 nights accommodation in Reykjavik
– 06 nights accommodation in countryside
– Daily Breakfast
– 6 Three-course local-cuisine dinners in the countryside with coffee/tea
– Guided Coach Tour with Expert local English speaking guide
– Seat rotation during the tour
– Free Wi-Fi on board motor coach
– Entrance to Laufas Folk Museum incl. Icelandic-style refreshments
– Horse Show in Skagafjordur
– Entrance to the Herring Museum
– Use of crampons/cleats (if needed) for walking on snow/ice covered surfaces
– Northern Lights guided hunt on foot one selected evening
– Northern Lights hunting kit (use of flashlight, blanket and a hot drink)

 


Exclusions

·         5% GST

·         Airfare (AS PER AVAILABILITY)

·         Luggage allowance in Train / Flight  Travel

·         Any meals other than specified above

·         Porterage handling at airport/hotels/station/Pier

·         Assistance on arrival and departure

·         Any Tips in restaurants or hotels

·         All entrance fees and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary

·         Passport, visa or other consular fees

·         Overseas Medical Insurance

·         ICELAND Visa Fees

·         Items of personal nature such as telephone bills pay per view movies, laundry expenses, mini-bar, hotel incidentals

·         Any other items not mentioned in this itinerary

·         Tips excluded for all local services, restaurants and long distance coach drivers.

·         Anything not included in the inclusion column

General Notes

·         Hotels mentioned in the itinerary are indicative they will be subject availability at the time of booking. Same or similar hotels will be provided.

·         Changes to itinerary and number of persons will require a revised quote.

·         Package is NOT valid during any special event.

·         Rooms are subject to availability at the time of confirmation

·         Room Rate based on standard rooms. Supplement cost will be applicable for higher category room.

·         Rates are subject to change without prior notice.

·         Early check-in or late check-out is subject to availability and may be chargeable by the hotel

·         The standard check-in time is 2 PM and the standard check-out time is 12 Noon for most of the hotels