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ICELAND
NORTH ICELAND North Iceland is a region of awe-inspiring natural beauty, offering an endless list of activities for visitors all year round. It has its fair share of natural attractions with some of Icelands highest and most dramatic glaciated mountains, situated in Skagafjordur, along with beautiful fjords and fertile valleys. Take a trip from Akureyri, the largest town outside Reykjavik, to the wonderful Lake Myvatn where a showcase of volcanic and geothermic oddities occur, or visit Godafoss Falls nearby. The quaint town of Husavik is the most popular place for whale watching, known as the whale watching capital of Europe, with small whale watching operations in the small fishing villages of Dalvik and Hauganes or visit the rugged Jokulsa Canyon and the thundering 45m Dettifoss waterfall. EAST ICELAND The jagged mountains of the East Fjords, indented by the Ice Age glaciers over the years, deeply contrast with the fertile farming districts inland. The inland, lakeside town of Egilsstadir, is an ideal base from which to explore the fjords. Nearby is Icelands most extensive woodland surrounding Lake Logurinn, and home to Hengifoss, Icelands third highest waterfall. Borgarfjordur-eystri, least visited due to its isolated location, lies in a fabulous spot at the
foot of the magnificient Dyrfjolls cleft peak, and definitely worth a visit. Seysdisfjordur, an attractive and charming eastern fishing town, is where many people take leisurely strolls in the incredibly beautiful surroundings. Take a visit to Breiddalsvik, renowned for great fishing on the salmon river, or journey to Djupivogur, famous for its quartz minerals. SOUTH ICELAND South West Iceland is the most popular with first-timers, with the majority of the islands attractions situated here Thingvellir, the countrys most important historical site, the volcanic Reykjanes Peninsula, Mount Hekla, and the premier hotspot, the Blue Lagoon, where visitors can bathe in the naturally heated, turquoise blue waters. Visit the geyser area, and watch as Strokkur erupts to 20m every few minutes, and venture to Gullfoss Falls, Icelands best-known waterfall. Explore Thorsmork valley, set amidst three glaciers, rivers and gorges by super jeep, or take a boat trip to the Westman islands a group of 15 volcanic islands situated just off the south coast. The Beautiful South, otherwise known as South East Iceland conjures up many fantastic images. From vibrantly coloured rhyolite mountains, and hot springs in the Fjallabak region, an area of geological interest with abundant waterfalls in Kirkjubaejarklaustur,
to Icelands largest ice mass, and most scenic drives in Vatnajokull, and Jokulsarlon, where huge icebergs break off into its lagoon. WEST ICELAND WEST FJORDS AND SNAEFELLSNES Although remote and less well-known, West Iceland boosts stunningly beautiful coastal scenery with golden sandy beaches, numerous magical fjords, waterfalls, icecaps, hot springs, majestic mountains and many hidden gems. Isafjordur, the centre for the North West Fjords forms a perfect harbour with Isafjardardjup, an impressive 75km long fjord and a delightful feature for photographers. There are a multitude of other attractions - the remarkable waterfall in Dynjandi, the picturesque walk along the impressive bird cliffs at Latrabjarb, the Hornstrandir wilderness peninsula which consists of glacial valleys, and is inhabited by Arctic Foxes and seals, and lastly the amazing Strandir Coastline. Snaefellsnes peninsula is a must see, with its own icecap, volcanoes, fjords, and farming districts. Visit the Snaefellsjokull glacier, believed to hold mystical powers, and journey to the summit for stunning views. Take a birdwatching trip from the attractive village of Stykkisholmur, a catamaran whale watching tour from Olafsvik, or visit Icelands second icecap in Langjokull.
REGENT HOLIDAYS TAILOR-MADE SPECIALISTS TO ICELAND SINCE 1975
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