Svartifoss Waterfall in Skaftafell, part of the Vatnajokull N.P
 
 
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Discover Iceland

Tripcode: AVP

Countries visited: Iceland

Adult Group Holidays Leisurely New Trip Special Interest Wilderness

Discover the dramatic scenery of the 'Land of Ice and Fire'

2 hikers between Landmannalaugar  and Hraftinnusker

Iceland is a vast, evocative country, constantly evolving and changing through the sheer power of the geological forces that created it.

This week provides the perfect introduction to the southern half of the country, as we journey from the mountainous Snaefellsness Peninsula in the west across the dramatic lunar-like landscape of the Fjallabak Nature Reserve to the eastern side of the massive Vatnajokull National Park. Craters, hot springs, lava flows and thundering waterfalls dot our route, before we travel back along the south coast to Reykjavik.

This southerly loop contrasts magnificent coastal scenery with the imposing volcanic landscape further inland, creating a fascinating and awe-inspiring week.

Please note: This trip has had a name change for 2013 season, the trip was formerly called: Icelandic Highlights

 

What makes this trip responsible?

We use a locally based operator and have established a long-term partnership, assisting with local staff training in all aspects of their jobs, thereby investing in the people to help improve their knowledge and future prospects. During the trip we visit a number of national parks; we also see traditional crafts made at source ensuring that any money for purchases goes straight to the local community.

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Countries visited: Iceland

DISCOVER ICELAND
Day 1
Fly to Reykjavik; transfer to city centre.
Day 2
Drive north to the mountainous Snaefellsnes Peninsula, explore the Snaefellsjokull Ice Cap; fishing villages, old lava flows and abundant bird life.
Day 3
Walk to extinct volcanic crater of Eldborg, continue to Hvalfjordur fjord and on to visit Thingvellir N.P and UNESCO world heritage site; transfer to Laugarvatn
Day 4
Visit waterspouts at Geysir, on to Gullfoss Waterfall; continue to Thorsardalur Valley and on to Gjain canyon, a small oasis in the volcanic desert; finally see Haifoss Waterfall.
Day 5
Drive across Fjallabak nature reserve, experiencing lunar-like landscape; stops at explosive craters and colourful Landmannalaugar, optional swim in hot pools and walk to hot springs; enter Eldgja fissure, walk to Ofaerufoss Waterfall, on to village of Ki
Day 6
To Vatnajokull NP Visit Skaftafell and walk up to Svartifoss waterfall; from Skaftafell we continue to the Glacier lagoon and an optional boatride on the lagoon.
Day 7
Visit Vik, on to visit the Basalt columns of Reynisfjara then on to To Dyrholaey to visit a nesting area for thousands of puffins, plus the 120m rock arch that is the southernmost point of Iceland.
Day 8
Free morning; fly to London.
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Svartifoss Waterfall in Skaftafell, part of the Vatnajokull N.P
2 hikers between Landmannalaugar  and Hraftinnusker Ofaerufoss Waterfall in the Eldgja fissure people bathing in Landmannalaugar Walking on new lava around the Krafla Volcano Unique rock formations The glacial lagoon with Breidamerkurjokull outlet glacier in the background

Svartifoss Waterfall in Skaftafell, part of the Vatnajokull N.P

 
 
 
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