Iceland Discovery

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Move on to greener pastures full of geothermal springs, glaciers and geysers

Travel to Iceland and delve into the ancient tales of Vikings and volcanoes on this eight-day adventure to its heartlands. Marvel at geothermal hot springs, witness the steamy eruptions of a giant geyser, touch the tongue of Europe’s biggest glacier at Vatnajokull and cruise the Jokulsarlong Glacial Lagoon, see lava that’s still warm after decades and witness the giant Skogafoss and Detifoss waterfalls in all their splendour. Travel through Iceland’s isolated corners and the land of the famous Blue Lagoon – so mysterious and ethereal that they have inspired artists, poets and musicians for centuries. Plus, with a local leader on hand to answer any questions and get you from place to place, you’ll be cruising around this icy isle in no time.

Why you’ll love this trip

  • There’s a lot more to Iceland than ice (and Bjork). Ford the fjords, glaciers, volcanoes and black sand beaches, and consider adding on a visit to the renowned Blue Lagoon for a soak in the geothermal springs.
  • Spend the evening at the quirky farm town of Modrudalur – an isolated settlement and the highest inhabited place in Iceland and enjoy a home-cooked dinner at our guesthouse at Snaefellsnes.
  • Walk to the mottled blue, grey and black tongue of Vatnajokull glacier – an ice cap so large it covers eight per cent of the country – and discover the incredible Skogafoss Waterfall.
  • Glide past blue-white icebergs on an included boat tour of Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon and soak up the silence of the surrounding grey sand desert..
  • Experience the unearthly scenery at Namaskard, where steam rises from the sulphuric terrain and take a walk around the lava stacks and caves of Dimmuborgir.

Itinerary

Map of Iceland Discovery including Iceland

Day 1: Reykjavik

Day 2: Golden Circle / Hvolsvollur Valley

Day 3: South Coast / Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon

Day 4: East Fjords / Modrudalur Valley

Day 5: Lake Myvatn / Akureyri

Day 6: Akureyri / Snaefellsnes Peninsula

Day 7: Snaefellsnes Peninsula / Reykjavik

Day 8: Reykjavik

 

Inclusion 

Meals

7 breakfasts, 1 dinner

Transport

Private minibus with free Wi-Fi

Accommodation

Hotel (4 nights), Guest house & Farm stay with shared facilities (3 nights)

Activities

  • Seljalandsfoss – Waterfall Visit
  • Golden Circle – Strokkur Geysir
  • Golden Circle – Gullfoss Waterfall
  • Golden Circle – Thingvellir National Park
  • Skogafoss – Waterfall Visit
  • South Coast – Rocks of Reynisfjara
  • Vik – Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
  • East Fjords – Scenic Drive with Stops at Djupivogur & Egilsstadir
  • Jokulsarlon – Glacier Lagoon Boat Tour
  • Myvatn – Namaskard Boiling Mud Pools, Dimmuborgir & Skutustadir Crater Group
  • Dettifoss – Waterfall Visit
  • Myvatn – Lake Myvatn
  • Godafoss – Waterfall Visit
  • Akureyri – Walking Tour
  • Snaefellsnes – Home-cooked dinner
  • Snaefellsnes National Park

Add on activities

  • Fludir – Secret Lagoon – ISK3300
  • Hvolsvollur – Lava Center – ISK4390
  • Vatnajokull – Glacier Hike – ISK13900
  • Akureyri – Forest Lagoon – ISK5990
  • Lysuholl – Lysuholslaug Thermal Pool (seasonal) – ISK1500
  • Reykjavik – Whale Watching – ISK12490
  • Reykjavik – Maritime Museum – ISK2220
  • Reykjavik – Harpa Concert Hall – Free
  • Nauthólsvík – Thermal Beach – Free
  • Reykjavik – Perlan Museum – ISK4990
  • Reykjanes Peninsula – Blue Lagoon – ISK18980
  • Reykjavik – Settlement Exhibition – ISK2740
  • Reykjavik – Saga Museum – ISK3600
  • Reykjavik – Whales of Iceland Museum – ISK3900
  • Reykjavik – Silfra Fissure Snorkelling Day Trip – ISK22990
  • Reykjavik – Fly-Over Iceland – ISK5490
  • Sky Lagoon – ISK9990

 

Images courtesy of Intrepid Group 

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