Iceland Glacier, Geysers & Waterfalls
6 days / 5 nights, Reykjavik - South Shore - Skaftafjell - Glacial Lagoon - Geysir - Gullfoss - Þingvellir National Park - Blue Lagoon - Reykjavik | One of our most popular tours is operated during the winter in special 4wd Jeeps or Landrovers. The feeling is extra ordinary when driving in such a vehicle with a professional guide leading the way.
This escorted tour features Icebergs, Hot springs and Volcanoes abound in Iceland. Discover the scenic wonders of the South coast; experience the incredible variety of contrasts in the rugged coastline, black glacial sands, mossy lava fields, spouting hot springs and huge icecaps, leaving you with a collection of magical moments to last a lifetime.
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| Departure | English departures : February 9th*, 2010 March 9th*, 2010 April 13th, 2010 *Guaranteed departures |
| Price | April 1st - April 30th, 2010 $1,305 per person in double room $1,475 single room November 1st, 2009 - March 31st, 2010 $1,270 per person in double room $1,420 single room |
| Included | 2 nights at Hotel Loftleiðir in Reykjavík 3 nights in a Countryside hotel Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily Tour in 4wd trucks / Landrovers with driver-guide as per itinerary, from day 2 to day 5 Dinners on days 2, 3 & 4 |
| Not Included | International airfare & Airport taxes Transfers to/from the International airport in Keflavík Meals other than those mentioned above Beverages Optional Excursions Personal insurance / personal items Gratuities $25 Service fee |
| Please Note | All departures are with minimum 4 persons We reserve the right to alter routes without prior notice should the necessity arise due to road conditions. This tour is done in 4wd trucks / Landrovers with driver-guides. * Please inquire about our favorable fares on Icelandair, now with direct flight from Seattle! |
| Tour Options | Additional nights in Reykjavik 1 hour horse riding tour Entrance to Skógar Museum Entrance to Geo Centre at Geysir Entrance to the Blue Lagoon |
Day 1 ARRIVAL REYKJAVIK Tuesday Individual arrival in Reykjavik. Transfer by Flybus to Reykjavik (transfer not included). The Flybus is located right outside the Keflavík International Airport. Transfer to all major hotels in Reykjavík. Overnight at your hotel.
Day 2 GEYSIR GEOTHERMAL AREA (B, D) Wednesday Your guide will meet you at your hotel in the morning at 08:15-09:00 am. Please be ready in the lobby. Start the day by driving to Þingvellir National Park, where the ancient parliament met for centuries on the shores of Iceland's largest lake. Continue through the farmlands to the thermal area of the great Geysir and Strokkur spouting hot springs. Last but not least visit Gullfoss, known as the "Golden Waterfall". Dinner and overnight stay in Flúdir village.
Day 3 WATERFALLS & BLACK SAND BEACHES (B, D) Thursday Drive along the south shore, passing various places of beauty and interest, such as Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls and the black glacial outwash sands. An interesting stop will be made at Skógar, with its beautiful collection of old turf farms and buildings that have been restored to its original state. Onwards to Reynisfjara beach, viewing the extraordinary rock formations and thundering waves of the Atlantic Ocean. Dinner and an overnight stay in the small village of Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
Kirkjubæjarklaustur Icelandair Hotel
Day 4 Sat SKAFTAFELL NATIONAL PARK - GLACIAL LAGOON (B, D) Friday Skaftafell National Park is one of Iceland's most outstanding areas of natural beauty dominated by the glacier Vatnajökull, Europe's largest ice cap. Continue to Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon where you can enjoy a breathtaking sight of floating icebergs on the fantastic 180m deep glacial lagoon. Back to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
Kirkjubæjarklaustur Icelandair Hotel
Day 5 CANYON - BLUE LAGOON - REYKJAVIK (B) Saturday Explore the magnificent Fjarðarárgljúfur canyon in the morning. Onwards to the impressive ice-wall of the Sólheimajökull glacier, that has created the stunning coastal line of the South. Then head to the Blue Lagoon for a refreshing dip in the warm, mineral-rich waters. Return to Reykjavík, where the evening is at your own leisure.
Day 6 DEPARTURE (B) Sunday Breakfast at the hotel. Flybus transfer to Keflavík Airport for departure from Iceland (transfer not included).