Iceland
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Day One: Arrive in Iceland
You’ll arrive in Reykjavik airport in Iceland by lunchtime, giving yourself time to explore the city at your leisure. Why not wander the pretty harbourside, or check out Hallgrímskirkja – the tallest church in the country – designed to reflect the mountains and glaciers of the Icelandic landscape. Grab an early dinner in town, because you’ll be picked up at 8pm for your private Northern Lights tour. Your guide will drive you to an isolated area outside Reykjavik, free from light pollution and tour buses. You’ll make a few different stops for the best possible chance of seeing the Aurora Borealis dance through the sky, before returning to your hotel around 1am. (If you’re unsuccessful in seeing the Northern Lights, you’ll have another chance on the evening of Day 3).
Overnight in Reykjavik
We offer a variety of hotel classes to suit different budgets. You can choose the style that’s right for you.
Select from Classic or Premium when booking, and click hotel name below for more details.
Classic - Fosshotel Baron
Premium - Hotel Borg
Meals included: None
Day Two: Golden Circle with a twist
After breakfast, you’ll be picked up by your guide for an adventure to Iceland’s greatest sights. Today you’ll sit behind the wheel of a powerful Arctic Truck on a privately-guided self-drive tour (if you don’t fancy driving or want to take a look at the scenery, your guide will be more than happy to drive for you). First, you’ll visit Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO Heritage Site that was home of the Icelandic Viking Government from 930 AD to 1798. You’ll follow a mountain road with views over lava fields and Iceland’s second biggest glacier – Langjökull – before stopping off to watch the Strokkur Geyser magnificently spout boiling water to a height of 35 metres. Next, you’ll head up to the majestic Gullfoss waterfall with its multi-step cascade.
Overnight in Reykjavik
Meals included: Breakfast; lunch
Day Three: Whale watching and Icelandic history
Today you’ll make your way to Reykjavik’s old marina (location weather dependent) for some whale watching. This unique trip varies in flavour from the low-lying sun of the winter which casts a warm glow over the water and snow-capped mountains, to the bright high sun of the summer months. Iceland’s waters harbour tasty prey for Humpback Whales, Orcas, White-Beaked Dolphins and Harbour Porpoises, all of which you might spot on this adventure. After breaking for lunch, you’ll take an afternoon city tour with an English-speaking Icelandic local. There’s so much to learn about this fascinating country; your guide will teach you about history of Iceland, the evolution of Reykjavik and the Vikings, as well as telling you some folklore about Iceland’s most well-loved creatures: elves. This evening, there’ll be another chance to see the Northern Lights if you missed them on your first night. If you were lucky enough to spot them on first go, enjoy a free evening to take in some more of Reykjavik.
Overnight in Reykjavik
Classic - Fosshotel Baron
Premium - Hotel Borg
Meals included: Breakfast
Day Four: Time to relax
After breakfast you’ll be picked up from your hotel for your VIP transfer to the Blue Lagoon. We’ve secured you Premium admission which includes two treatment masks of your choice, robe, slippers and sparkling wine. After a couple of hours soaking in the thermal waters you’ll continue to Reykjavik Airport for your flight home.
Meals included: Breakfast
Overall meals included: 3 Breakfasts; 1 Lunch
What's included:
- Private bilingual or English-speaking guides unless stated otherwise
- Private transfers unless stated otherwise
- Meals as listed
- Mandatory taxes and service fees
- Entrance tickets and permits unless stated otherwise
What's not included:
- International flights to/from experience:
call 0208 251 0425 for AX specially negotiated flight rates - Tips for guides, drivers, porters, hotel and restaurant staff
- Any visa, customs, airport taxes or similar charges before or after the tour
- We cannot guarantee the included hotel breakfast for early departures
- Drinks during meals unless stated otherwise
- Personal expenses, such as laundry
- Optional Extras
SUITABILITY FOR FAMILIES : Suitable for families with kids over the age of 2 years.
If you intend to travel solo, contact us on 0208 251 0425
GETTING THERE
Typical return Economy flights from London to Reykjavik cost around £200 per person and take approximately three hours.
Experience start point: Reykjavik (KEF).
End point: Reykjavik (KEF).
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