The Viking Challenge 2010
6 days / 5 nights, Reykjavik – Gullfoss - Þingvellir National Park - Stokkseyri - Blue Lagoon - Heiðmörk - Reykjavik |
Based both near the southern town of Hveragerði and the capital Reykjavík, this activity holiday takes you right into the heart of Iceland's nature, providing challenging adventures. Glacier walking, hot springs, river rafting on the magnificent Hvítá river (White River) and horse riding through the countryside, go biking and hiking in the beautiful National Park of Þingvellir.
Accommodation is in a comfortable hotel near Hveragerði offering private facilities and a hot pot to relax in after a day's activity. In Reykjavík you will stay at the Borgartún Guest House close to the swimming pool and sporting complex.
Highlights: Variety activities / Lobster Feast / Kayaking or Snorkeling / Whale watching / White river Rafting / Glacier walking
| Departure | Sundays: July 4th, 18th August 1st, 15th |
| Price | $per person in double room $single room |
| Included | 5 nights hotel & guesthouse accommodations, based on double room Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily 1 x light lunch 2 x Dinners, from day 1 1 x Lobster Feast Variety of sports and activities Skogar Folk Museum River rafting tour, day 1 Kayak adventure & Snorkeling, day 2 Ice Walking on Sólheimajökull, day 3 Skógar Folk Museum, day 3 Horseback Riding and entrance to Blue Lagoon Whale Watching Cruise Mountain Biking Full day walk/hike on day 1 Several walking tours during the entire program All specialist equipment for rafting, kayaking, snorkeling, horseback riding and biking is supplied |
| Not Included | International airfare Gratuities Personal insurance / personal items Alcoholic beverages $25 Service fee |
| Please Note | Fitness Requirements: This is a multi-activity tour, grade 1, suitable for anyone in good health. Tour includes river rafting, kayaking, snorkeling, walking, horseback riding, biking. There are few proper hiking paths, and you will be walking over moraine, lava and snow. Good walking boots are needed on all our tours as well as waterproof clothing. Group size: from 8 - 22 passengers |
| Tour Options | Add-ons: Tour Options Additional nights in Reykjavik Blue Lagoon with transfer to Keflavik Airport Greenland Excursion |
Day 1 RAFTING THE WHITE RIVER (D) We start the day with a visit to the hot springs of Geysir and on to Gullfoss waterfall, where we get our first view of the Hvítá river as it thunders over Gullfoss waterfall. The rafting starts below the waterfall close to the canyon of Pjaxi and takes around 2 hours through some exciting rapids and deep gorges. Accommodation for the next three nights is in a hotel near Hveragerði.
Day 2 WALKING THROUGH HISTORY (B, D) After a short journey from Hveragerði we arrive at Þingvellir National Park. Walk through the historical sites of the Viking parliament, before exploring the shore of Iceland's largest lake and the geo-thermal area at Nesjavellir. In the afternoon you have a choice of a kayaking or snorkeling adventure. Our dinner this evening is a lobster dinner, by the ocean shore.
Day 3 GLACIER WALK NATURE & BIRD LIFE (B, D) Travelling along the south shore we visit waterfalls, glaciers, the black sandy beach. Continue to Sólheimajökull for a 2-hour walk on the glacier. Tonight we enjoy an Icelandic buffet at our hotel.
Day 4 VIKING HORSES AND THE BLUE LAGOON (B, L) We start the day by meeting our Icelandic horses for the next part of our adventure. The horses are trained both for beginners and experienced riders, and we enjoy a 1½ hour riding. In the afternoon we visit the Blue Lagoon, one of the worlds most exciting hot springs. The next two nights are spent in Reykjavík. While here, only breakfast is included to give you the opportunity to visit some of the capital's many and varied restaurants.
Day 5 WHALE WATCHING - MOUNTAIN BIKES - HIKING (B) The day begins with a 3-hour cruise, taking you in search of whales and dolphins of Iceland. Following the cruise, mountain bikes are provided for a tour of Reykjavík's surrounding areas.
Day 6 DEPARTURE (B) Your tour ends after breakfast.