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ICELANDIC HIGHLIGHTS

8 days at GBP1,749 including flights
Tripcode: AVP

Countries Visited: Iceland

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

Namafjall, Hverir area in Iceland. Geothermal activity - boiling mud and sulphuric formations.

Southwest Iceland holds some prime examples of the island's famous volcanic scenery, and in one week it is possible to visit a variety of stunning locations and experience true Icelandic hospitality.

The tour ticks off many of the must-see highlights of the region, including the Gullfoss falls, Eldborg volcanic crater and Geysir thermal waterspouts, as well as taking us to more wild and remote national parks and coastal villages.

This itinerary offers just the right combination of remote coastline, classic waterfalls, craters and geysers, hot springs and wild mountainous landscapes, giving the perfect introduction to this dramatic country.

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.

Itinerary

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Day 1

Fly to Reykjavik; transfer to city centre via Blue Lagoon thermal complex.

Day 2

North to extinct volcanic crater of Eldborg; continue to remote and mountainous Snaefellsnes Peninsula.

Day 3

Full day to explore the national park including Snaefellsjokull Icecap; fishing villages, old lava flows and abundant bird life.

Day 4

To the port town of Stykkisholmur, optional boat trip to Breidafjordur archipelago, a marine conservation area; on to Eiriksstadir, visit reconstructed Viking house of Erik the Red.

Day 5

To some of Iceland's most famous sites; the rift valley, a volcanic fault and lake at Thingvellir, huge waterfalls at Gulfoss and geothermal waterspouts at Geysir; on to Skogar.

Day 6

To Dyrholaey to visit a nesting area to thousands of puffins, plus the 120m rock arch that is the southernmost point of Iceland; on to see the basalt columns at Reynisfjara, visit Vik and return via Seljalandsfoss Waterfall.

Day 7

Free day in Reykjavik, with options for whale watching, sea-kayaking, horse riding and lava-tube caving.

Day 8

Free morning; fly to London.

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I CANNOT PRAISE THE TOUR GUIDE, DRIVER AND LOCAL OPERATOR FOR A WONDERFUL TRIP.IT HOWEVER WAS RUINED BY A ANOTHER…

Mike Chainey
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If you like scenery then this is the holiday for you. As well as including the Golden Circle which all…

Graham Mason
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Peter was the best tour guide ever came across. His knowledge of everything was second to none.

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