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Iceland Whales & Waterfalls
Iceland
Whales & Waterfalls
Group Trip 8 Days
* Natural wonders of the 'Land of Ice and Fire' * Easy glacier walking for children and adults * Cruise amongst icebergs on a glacial lagoon * Whale watching excursions included, plus the
chance to see puffins and seals
Magnificent Gullfoss Waterfalls
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nclosed between mountains, glaciers and the sea, Iceland's southern coast provides an impressive and dramatic array of natural phenomena. This trip is a perfect combination of exciting activities and geological discovery, as we walk behind the Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, tour the Solheimajokul Glacier and play in the black sands of the Myrdalssandur Desert. We visit the famous Great Geysir which has given its name to hot springs all over the world. Beside it, one of the most active geysers in the area, Strokkur, spouts up to 30 metres every few minutes. A cruise amongst the floating icebergs of the Jökulsárlon glacial lagoon and a whale watching trip will certainly be highlights of the week. There is time to relax in outdoor pools and free time in Reykjavik for optional activities such as horse riding or a visit to the Blue Lagoon.
Trip Profile
Flights direct with Icelandair. Accommodation 7 nights in guesthouses or cottages. Swimming we visit natural and man-made geothermal pools (entrance fees not included). Transport bus and boat. Group min 10, max 20, plus guide and driver. Food all breakfasts included. Reality Check one long driving day (day 6) but there will be plenty of stops along the way. Min. Age 5 years.
Climate: Reykjavik
Temp ºC Rainy Days
The Itinerary
Day 1 Fly to Keflavik; transfer to guesthouse in Reykjavik. Afternoon at local geothermal swimming pool. 2 A full day excursion; visiting geothermal area of Nesjavellir and Thingvellir National Park. Walk to Oxararfoss Waterfall, see erupting geysers, hot water ponds and the thundering Gullfoss Waterfall. Relax in thermal baths in the farming village of Hella where we spend the night. 3 Morning walk around Seljalandsfoss Waterfall. Optional guided tour on glacier at Solheimajokull. This takes you along the front of the glacier overlooking the black volcanic south coast. All equipment provided. Time in evening to see Skogarfoss Waterfall and visit thermal pools. Overnight in Skogar. 4 Across scenic south coast to black sandy desert of Myrdalssandur. Overnight in Horgsland. 5 Boat ride on glacial lagoon. Afternoon visit to cape to see puffins and possibly seals. Overnight in Horgsland. 6 Back to Reykjavik, stopping off at cold water spring. 7 Whale watching from Reykjavik harbour. Free time for optional horse riding, visit to the Blue Lagoon or explore Reykjavik. 8 Fly to London
Group Dates & Prices
Trip Code * FVP Sun to Sun NO LOCAL PAYMENT Start End Adult Child# 2008 27 Jul 03 Aug £1399 £1299 03 Aug 10 Aug £1399 £1299 10 Aug 17 Aug £1399 £1299 17 Aug 24 Aug £1399 £1299 24 Aug 31 Aug £1399 £1299 2009 26 Jul 02 Aug £1439 £1339 02 Aug 09 Aug £1439 £1339 09 Aug 16 Aug £1439 £1339 16 Aug 23 Aug £1439 £1339 23 Aug 30 Aug £1439 £1339 Optional single supplement £230 #Child must be aged 5 to 11 at time of dep. Recommended teenage departure Insurance: please see page 68
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TRIP TRIVIA
Porramatur is the traditional national food of Iceland, and consumed normally between the months of January and February. Specialities include Harofiskur (dried fish), Rugbraud (rye bread) but also Kaestur hakarl (rotten shark) and Svid (singed sheeps head) not for the squeamish!
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