Departure date(s): Sept 23 / Oct 3 | Number of days: 8
Day 1
Reykjavik
Coach Transfer: Upon arrival at Reykjavik airport meet and greet our tour manager at terminal and later proceed to experience the world famous Blue Lagoon, geothermal spa in Iceland. (Please remember to pack you swimwear.) Later hotel for check-in. Indian Dinner Overnight at Grand Reykjavik Hotel or similar
Day 2
Reykjavik – Golden Circle – Thingvellir, Gullfoss & Geysir – Vik Area
Breakfast at hotel Long distance coach starting: Reykjavik First stop leaving Reykjavik will be at the historically significant Thingvellir National Park. Here you can see how the movements of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates created cracks on the Earth’s crust. Enjoy great photo opportunities in the world-famous hot spring area of Geyser. Wait a few minutes for Strokkur to erupt and send a spectacular water and steam column high into the air. Close by is the majestic Gullfoss, the ‘Golden Waterfall’. Continue along the south shore and stop to admire the waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss before arriving in the Vík area for dinner. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Katla (ex.Hofdabrekka) or similar
Day 3
Höfn
Breakfast at hotel Long distance coach Boat Tour – Jökulsárlón-Glacier Lagoon Included Check out and proceed to stop at Black Sand Beach. Later cross Eldhraun, the largest mass of lava ever to flow on the face of the earth before reaching the Skaftafell National Park. Here you’ll also start seeing the largest glacier in Iceland, the Vatnajökull that covers more than 8% of the island. Continue to the spectacular Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon and see the birthplace of icebergs. You’ll even have the option to take a trip on an amphibian boat and get close to the icebergs for a different kind of view. This afternoon enjoy a Cultural Insight at the Thorbergur Centre where you’ll learn about one of Iceland’s most famous writers- complete with a cake and coffee or tea. Spend the evening in Höfn, the lobster capital of Iceland. 15:00 Entrance – The Thorbergur Center Dinner and overnight at Höfn Hótel or similar
Day 4
East Fjord Iceland
Breakfast at hotel Long distance coach Make sure your camera is charged as you start the day with a drive through the Almannaskard pass where you can stop and admire the majestic coastline. Continue onto the towering mountains plunging vertically into the sea that form the magnificent East Fjords. Drive by Petra´s Mineral Collection in Stödvarfjördur. Learn about Petra, this well-known and beloved local while you wander amongst her vast collection. Tonight stay in the forest on the shores of Lake Lagarfljot in the Egilsstadir area. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Hallormsstadur or similar
Day 5
East Fjord Iceland, Akureyri
Breakfast at hotel Long distance coach Explore the empty vastness of the highland desert plateau Mödrudalsöræfi, heading to Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall. Continue towards Námaskard pass with its boiling mud pools and vibrant colours. Explore the natural beauty of the Lake Myvatn area including the magical lava formations of Dimmuborgir. Head towards the bustling northern port of Akureyri with a stop at the magnificent Godafoss waterfall. Akureyri boasts some of the finest timber buildings in the country, beautifully restored to their original glory Dinner and overnight at Kea Hótel Akureyri or similar
Day 6
Akureyri
Breakfast at hotel Long distance coach Majestic mountains and narrow passes lead to the Skagafjördur area famous for horses and history. In this region enjoy a lunch on a horse farm and learn about the unique Icelandic horse breed. Overnight in the picturesque Stykkishólmur. 13:00 Lunch at Horse farm with guiding about horses – Horse Ride is optional Later visit Herring Era Museum. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Stykkishólmur or similar
Day 7
Reykjavik
Breakfast at hotel Long distance coach ending: Reykjavik Snæfellsnes is a unique area with a variety of geological interest such as lava fields, volcanoes, glacier, springs, beautiful formed rock, yellow and black sand beaches and caves as well as interesting bird life. The main attraction is without a doubt Snæfellsjökull glacier, a beautifully shaped strato volcano at the very end of the peninsula. The glacier is also known as the location for Jules Verne’s novel ‘Journey to the Centre of the Earth’, captured in the unspoilt natural wonder surrounding it. This afternoon complete your circuit around Iceland as you arrive back in Reykjavik. Celebrate tonight with a Farewell Dinner 19:30 Indian Dinner Overnight at Grand Reykjavik Hotel or similar
Day 8
SReykjavik
Breakfast at hotel Coach transfer: Hotel → Airport
| City | Nights | Moderate Hotels |
|---|---|---|
| ICELAND | 2 | Grand Reykjavik Hotel or similar |
| 1 | Hotel Katla (ex.Hofdabrekka) or similar | |
| 1 | Höfn Hótel or similar | |
| 1 | Hotel Hallormsstadur or similar | |
| 1 | Kea Hótel Akureyri or similar | |
| 1 | Hotel Stykkishólmur or similar |
INCLUSIONS
- Hotel Accommodation
- All Transfers And Sightseeing As Per The Itinerary
- All Entrance Tickets As Per The Itinerary
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Tips, Taxes
- Tour Manager thru out the tour
EXCLUSIONS
- International airline
- Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, shopping, drinks
- Any incidental Charges at the Hotel
- Cost of Visa if required
- Any other services that is not mentioned in this package.
Departure Dates 2023:
Sept 23 / Oct 3
USD 3750.00 per person on DBL occupancy
(Quote based on min 20 people)