SUMMER MULTI-ACTIVITY TOUR ICELAND - 8 days/7 nights

This is multi-activity tour offers great value and amazing Icelandic adventures. You will quite simply see and experience all of South and South East Iceland’s most treasured sights and activities in seven activity packed days. You will snorkel in the crystal clear waters of Þingvellir National Park, ride the Viking horse, bathe in natural hot springs, explore rugged outlet glaciers, cruise the glacier lagoon, mountain bike to remote corners of the Vatnajökull National Park, hike in the colorful rhyolite mountains of Landmannalaugar, search for whales, witness the erupting geysers and raft the glacier river Hvítá and we are not kidding… there is lots more, just check out the detailed itinerary.

SUMMER MULTI-ACTIVITY TOUR ICELAND - 8 days/7 nights

Monday: Arrival day

Individual transfer from Keflavik airport to Reykjavik. Check-in at your accommodation ranging from guesthouse to first class hotel.

Tuesday: Landmannalaugar super jeep sight seeing with hiking

On our first day we experience the great Landmannalaugar interior destination with a pro at the wheel of your Super Jeep as you explore Iceland’s unique highland paradise for geology enthusiasts and visiting hikers - and don’t forget to bring along your bathing suit and towel for a dip in one of Iceland’s natural geothermal spots. We will also explore the rhyolite Mountains surrounding the hot springs and our returning drive will pass through the volcanic area of the Hekla mountain and the Fjallabak area.
Pick up 08:00 / Tour starts at 08:30 / Duration: 10-12 hours / Packed lunch included
Bring along: Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, bathing suit and a towel. Good hiking shoes are recommended.
Minimum age: 10 years

Wednesday: Hiking to the hot springs and horse riding.
We start with a hike to the amazing hot spring area of Reykjadalur valley where we take a relaxing bath in a hot river… a fairly easy but rewarding trek in to mountains riddled with hot springs. Heading to Eldhestar horse farm for lunch, followed by a horse riding trip around the farm. A great chance to experience the unique Icelandic horse and its abilities.
Pick up 08:00 / Tours starts at 08:30 / Duration: about 8 hours / Light lunch included
Bring along: Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, headwear, gloves, bathing suit and a towel. Good hiking shoes are recommended.
Minimum age: 10 years

Thursday: Snorkeling in Silfra fissure and caving in Þingvellir National Park 
We explore the hidden world of the lava field between Þingvellir and Laugarvatn. Walking into the cave, discovering the marvels that the volcanic activity has created. The second adventure of the day is a surreal and breathtaking snorkeling visit to the Silfra ravine in the heart of the park. The Silfra is located on the boundary between America and Europe and offers crystal clear underwater views of the lava fissure. Silfra is one of the top ten dive sites in the world and it’s even better for snorkeling.
Pick up 09:00 / Tours starts at 09:30 / Duration: 7 hours / Packed lunch included
Bring along: Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, gloves, warm undergarmet clothing (fleece/wool sweater and pants), warm socks and a change of clothing. Good hiking shoes are recommended.
Minimum age: 14 years or 150 cm height.

Friday: Transfer to Skaftafell, glacier walk and boat trip on the glacier lagoon
We start with an early morning transfer from Reykjavík to Vatnajökull National Park. You will visit the most breathtaking and inspiring nature that Vatnajökull has to offer. Wander along the Virkisjökull glacier river and then on to the glacier tongue itself, where you will find yourself surrounded by spectacular ice formations and crevasses. Then take a boat ride on the world famous Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon where you will sail among enormous icebergs with Europe’s largest glacier in the background. The round trip is 800 km (496 miles).
Pick up 07:00 / Tour starts at 07:30 / Duration: about 15 hours / Lunch included
Bring along: Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, headwear and gloves. Good hiking shoes are recommended.
Minimum age: 10 years

Saturday: Golden Circle sightseeing and river rafting on Hvítá river
We head out for an amazing visit to the Golden Circle. There we will see the Geysir hot spring area, the Gullfoss waterfall and Þingvellir national park. We have lunch at Drumbo base camp before we raft the beautiful and exciting Hvítá river. Afterwards you can relax in the sauna.
Pick up 08:00 / Tour starts at 08:30 / Duration: 10 hours / Lunch included.
Bring along: Warm sweater, bathing suit, towel and a change of clothing / Age limit: 12 years

Sunday: Whale watching from Reykjavík Harbour and a visit to the Blue Lagoon
The trip starts with an exploration on the open North Atlantic Sea with a whale watching excursion from Reykjavik down town harbor followed by a transfer to the world famous Blue Lagoon for a relaxing dip in the milky waters.
Pick up for whale watching 08:15 / Tour starts at 09:00
Pick up for Blue Lagoon 14:30 / Bus leaves Reykjavik at 15:00 and there are several options for return bus
Lunch NOT included.
Bring along: Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, bathing suit and a towel.

Monday: Departure day
Individual transfer from Reykjavik to Keflavik airport.


SUMMER MULTI-ACTIVITY TOUR ICELAND - 8 days/7 nights

is for those 14 and up. This vibrant multi-activity program is based for 7 nights in Reykjavík with a choice of accommodations.


YEAR 2012 DEPARTURES:
Every Monday from 11.06.-10.09.2012 – The sequence of some tours may be altered on some departure dates.
Duration: 8 Days / 7 nights
Tour Code: GJ-63
Accommodation: Choice of guesthouse, 3 star and 4 star hotel
Group Size: Guaranteed departures with a minimum of 2 persons. The sequence of activities may be altered in some cases.
Languages: English
Meals: Daily breakfast and 5 packed lunches included
Included: 7 nights accommodation, 7x breakfast, 5x light lunch, tours & activities as per detailed itinerary on day 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7
Also included: All tours include hotel transfers. We supply all specialized equipment for snorkeling, horseback riding, glacier hike and river rafting
Important: Good hiking boots, warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, hat, gloves, bathing suit, towel and change of clothing are needed for this trip.
Minimum age: 14

Activity difficulty level: challenging
Note: Airport transfers on arrival and departure day not included

 

Rates:

Guesthouse Borgartún, rooms with private shower/wc
per person in twin room: EUR 1.350 / Single supplement: EUR 190 / per person in triple room: EUR 1.350

Fosshotel Lind, 3 star
per person in twin room: EUR 1.460 / Single supplement: EUR 260 / per person in triple room: n/a
Hotel Reykjavik, 3 star
per person in twin room: EUR 1.520 / Single supplement: EUR 315 / per person in triple room: EUR 1.520
Grand Hotel, 4 star
per person in twin room: EUR 1.645 / Single supplement: EUR 460 / per person in triple room: EUR 1.645

Hotel Reykjavik Centrum, first class
per person in twin room: EUR 1.800 / Single supplement: EUR 420 / per person in triple room: EUR 1.800
Children discount: not available

    
 
 

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