Explore the natural wonder and beauty of the land of fire and ice, from the Golden Circle to Diamond Beach.

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Flight Out: Friday May 11, 2024

Board your plane and leave the US for Iceland

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Optional Pre-Night Stay May 11, 2024

Arrive in Iceland and check into your hotel.  It is best to stay awake today and try to acclimate to your NEW timezone.  Let's explore Reykjavik!

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Optional Post-Tour  Stay May 17-18, 2024

Explore on your own or join us on a tour.  

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Optional Pre-Tour Excursions (additional cost)

The Funky Food and Beer Walk with tastings and beer included

Foodie Tour of Iceland

Cave Exploration Option

Whale Watching

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TOUR DAY 1:  May 12, 2023 Reykjavik

Your tour departs your hotel at 2:00 PM. Discover the capital city Reykjavík on a panoramic tour, experiencing its charming architecture and beautiful, brightly colored rooftops. Visit the Perlan Observation Deck to see magnificent 360º views of the city and its surroundings of mountain, glacier and volcano vistas. Return to your hotel for a welcome drink and canapés with your group, followed by free time for dining independently.

 

TOUR DAY 2:  Golden Circle

Begin your journey on the famed Golden Circle, starting with the spectacular
Þingvellir National Park, a meeting place of old Icelandic clans. It is also where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates meet above ground. Journey to the Secret Lagoon: smaller and more intimate than the Blue Lagoon, it’s where savvy travelers go to enjoy the Icelandic spa experience. Don’t forget your swimsuit! Savor lunch in the greenhouse of Friðheimar Tomato Farm. Then it’s on to the Strokkur geyser, which erupts every 10 minutes. Stop at Gullfoss Waterfall, one of Iceland’s most popular sights; with two separate drops, it’s one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world. Move onto your countryside hotel below the Hekla volcano where you’ll enjoy dinner with your group. (B, L, D)

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TOUR DAY 3:  LAVA Center & Skogar Folk Museum

Visit the LAVA Center to learn about Iceland’s volcanoes, and how their eruptions and lava flows have shaped the country over time. Visit the Skógar Folk Museum to explore Iceland’s cultural heritage and learn about the lives of Iceland’s early settlers through an array of tools, books, and handicrafts. Visit the nearby Skógafoss Waterfall, where on sunny days a double rainbow is often visible. Discover Reynisfjara’s black sand beach and rock formations along with the legends of its history. Dine at your hotel tonight. (B, D)

 

TOUR DAY 4: Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon & Skaftafell Wilderness 

Visit the Skaftafell Wilderness Area and view some of its wonders: glaciers,
waterfalls, a snow-capped volcano and lava fields. Savor lunch with a view of the surrounding countryside at the Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon. Visit the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where bright blue and white icebergs dot the waters. Head to nearby Diamond Beach and marvel at glistening natural ice sculptures on the black sands. Return to your accommodation and dine independently this evening. (B, L)

 

TOUR DAY 5:  Reykjavik

Journey to the beautiful Seljalandsfoss Waterfall where weather permitting, the sure-footed can walk the trail that takes you behind the 60-meter falls. Travel back to eykjavík, and spend the rest of the afternoon independently exploring the city. In the evening, visit the Blue Lagoon, a geothermal spa in a man-made lake surrounded by lava fields; relax in the mineral-rich waters before sharing in a farewell dinner with your group. (B, D)

 

TOUR DAY 6:  Tour Ends or Post Nights Begin

 Your tour ends after breakfast. (B)

 

What's Included in the tour portion of the trip: 

• 10 Meals

• Hotels

• Transportation: Coach, Bus (airfare not included)

• Local Guides

• Entry fees

 

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• All visits are weather-dependent.

• B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner

• VALID PASSPORT REQUIRED

• All components of this tour (hotels, visits, and attractions) for 2024 itineraries are subject to change until finalized. 

• Physical Requirements: ICELAND IS AN ACTIVE DESTINATION: While our tour is not an adventure tour, visiting Iceland requires the ability to walk over uneven or icy terrain, climb stairs and vehicle steps, and walk or stand for several hours at a time. Some tours may include activities in the late evening.

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Tour Price:

 

$2,845.25*

 

*If deposited by 12/9/2023

After 12/9/2023 price goes up to $2,995.00

 

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*  All prices are per person double occupancy.  Does not include air or transfers but they can be quoted. There are no triples on this tour. The deposit of $250 per person is non-refundable.  Ask about the single supplement cost. Options are subject to change without notice.  Additional options may be available.  Other restrictions may apply.  Offer available while supplies last. Must be booked no later than 30 days prior to the trip.  Travel protection is highly recommended.