Iceland Family Fun

Iceland Family Fun– Iceland –8 days / 7 nights , Reykjavik - Hvalfjördur - Snæfellsnes Peninsula - Breidafjördur - West Fjords - Holmavik - Borgarfjördur - ReykjavikThis self drive tour of South and West Iceland gives you the opportunity to experience all of the well-known attractions and to spend quality time with your family. It combines activities for the whole family and at the same time allows you to enjoy magnificent nature pearls of Iceland at your own pace. The 8-day tour allows you to include and combine family style activities while enjoying the many beautiful sites that Iceland has to offer.

Compact 2wd (2)	Intermediate 2wd (3)
$1,940	$2,095

Rates in USD, per person in double room, private facilites. Rental car for 6 days. Types of car recommended: Group 2 (Compact) and higher.


Operation	June 4 - August 27, 2011
Departure	June 4, 11, 18, 25 July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August 6, 13, 20
Price	From $1,940 per adult sharing a room with 1 or 2 children, car cat. 2 Children 2-13 years: Free of charge Children 14 years and older: Full price Compact 2wd ( cat 2 ) - Toyota Auris or similar Intermediate 2wd ( cat 3 ) - Toyota Avensis Sedan or similar
Included	Rental car for 6 days CDW, theft protection, unlimited mileage, VAT and one authorized driver Accommodation for 7 nights, a combination of farmhouses, guesthouses and hotels Breakfast daily Accommodation in Reykjavik is at Hotel Loftleidir Detailed road map (1:600 000) Detailed itinerary Emergency phone line
Not Included	International flights Airport transfers Fuel expenses Meals Optional Tours Gratuities Personal insurance / personal items $25 service fee
Please Note	Pick up of rental car on day 2. Drop off at Keflavík airport or in Reykjavík on departure day before 09:00. If the car is delivered outside this time range, an extra day will be charged. Due to road conditions routes may be altered without prior notice. The highland tracks of Iceland are not expected to be open until the middle of June. A final list of accommodations will be sent with your documents. Hotels are selected at the discretion of the local tour operator. Rental car for 4 days. Types of car recommended: Any type.
Tour Options	Additional nights in Reykjavik Visit to the Blue Lagoon Greenland excursion, 1-3 days A prepaid simcard with 2.000 ISK credit included. Net price per card: USD 25 GPS system: 23 per unit per day (Max USD 158). If booked in advance we offer 50% discount.
More Information	Iceland Car Types Driving in Iceland Iceland Family Fun route map

Day 1 ARRIVAL KEFLAVIK - REYKJAVIK Arrival and overnight in Reykjavik (transfer from international airport not included).

Day 2 GOLDEN CIRCLE - GULLFOSS - GEYSIR (B) In the morning head from Reykjavik towards Thingvellir National Park, a place of great geological and historical interest. Here the Viking world comes alive with a good imagination. Next stops is the Geysir hot spring area and the impressive Gullfoss "Golden" waterfall, both must-see sites in Iceland. Before heading to the south for the overnight stay a sightseeing stop at the Kerid crater will complete the day. Approximate mileage: 300 km / 186 miles.

Optional: Slakki Family Zoo
Horseback riding at Eldhestar farm

Day 3 SOUTH SHORE - SKAFTAFELL - JÖKULSARLON - HÖFN (B) Drive along the south shore, enjoy a spectacular experience by walking behind the Seljalandsfoss waterfall and view the thundering Skogafoss waterfall. The black sand beaches around Vík are a unique attraction with the Atlantic Ocean waves breaking away. Myrdalsjökull glacier as well as the Vatnajokull glacier, Europe's largest glacier, will stay in your view as your drive along the south coast. Explore Skaftafell National Park, a lush green oasis. At the end of the day the mystical Glacial Lagoon of Jökulsarlon will capture your attention in a big way. Approximate mileage: 350 km / 217 miles.

Optional: Boat tour on Jökulsarlon Glacial Lagoon
Glacier hike in Skaftafell area
Tractor ride to Ingolfshofdi cape

Day 4 HÖFN - DJUPIVOGUR - REYDARFJORDUR - HALLORMSTADUR FOREST (B)
Drive along the rugged coastline of the East Fjords with their towering mountains and charming fishing villages. On the way you have the option of taking a boat tour to Papey Island where thousands of puffins nest in the summer or visit the famous stone collection of Petra at Stödvarfjördur. The day ends in the beautiful forested area of Hallormsstadur. Approximate mileage: 280 km / 174 miles.

Optional: The new family friendly thermal pool of Höfn
Boat tour to Papey Island
Petra's stone collection
Horseback riding in Hallormstadur

Day 5 EGILSTADIR - MYVATN - AKUREYRI (B) Travel across Mödrudalsöræfi highlands renowned for their stark beauty. Explore highlights of the Lake Myvatn area, including the mystical volcanic formations at Dimmuborgir, the pseudo craters at Skutustadir, the colorful sulfurous slopes of Namaskard and Krafla volcanic area. Drive to Godafoss waterfall "Of the Gods" and to the capital of the north Akureyri for the next two nights. Approximate mileage: 300 km / 186 miles.

Optional: Boat tour on Lagarfljot lake
Myvatn Nature Baths
Sigurgeirs Bird Museum

Day 6 AKUREYRI (B) Day at Leisure in Akureyri and Surroundings. Enjoy the comfort of a two night stay in Akureyri and explore the numerous attractions in and around Akureyri. The beautiful capital of the north has much to offer such as a stroll in the Botanical Gardens, a swim in the local thermal pool or a visit to the Christmas House. Whale watching from the nearby village of Dalvik is worth the visit, and so is a visit to the charming island of Hrisey. From Akureyri it is also possible to visit the island of Grimsey, the only place in Iceland situated directly on the Arctic Circle. Mileage variable.

Optional: Sea Angling from Akureyri
Whale watching from Dalvik
Hrisey excursion
Grimsey excursion

Day 7 AKUREYRI - BORGARNES - HVALFJORDUR - REYKJAVIK (B) Drive through the historical region of Skagafjördur renowned for horse breeding. You may opt to visit the charming old farmstead at Glaumbær a great example of Icelandic architecture from the past. Continue to the bay of Hunafloi and across Holtavörduheidi plateau, and enter the Borgarfjördur area. Return to Reykjavik in the evening.

Another option is to travel across the barren Kjölur highland road (4WD needed, track open from mid-June), to the geothermal oasis at Hveravellir before driving to Reykjavik. Approximate mileage: 390 km / 242 miles

Optional: River rafting in Skagafjördur
Horse riding in Skagafjördur
Seal museum and Seal sightseeing in Hvammstangi
Visit to the center for puppet arts in Borgarnes
Visit to the goat farm at Haafell
Reykjavik Zoo and Family Park

Day 8 REKJAVIK DEPARTURE (B) Departure (transfer not included).