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Iceland 10 days Trip Code: IIC
Adventure Level
A
Cultural Discovery
Nature & Wildlife
GREENL AND SE A
Hrutafjordur Volcanic landscapes Snaefellsnes Glaciers, coastal walks & bird life Reykjavik Hvolsvollur Geysers
Myvatn Godafoss - Waterfall of the Gods Egilsstadir
New
Iceland Adventure
ICEL AND
Höfn Kirkjubaejarklaustur
Witness the steamy eruptions of a giant geyser · Hike to the tongue of Europe's biggest glacier · Marvel at lava flows in Leirgnjuker
NORTH ATL ANTIC OCE AN
Delve into the land of vikings and volcanoes on this 10-day Icelandic adventure. Feel the heat at geothermal hot springs, witness the steamy eruptions of a giant geyser, touch the tongue of Europe's biggest glacier, see lava that's still warm after 20 years and scale giant waterfalls. You'll travel through a land so mysterious and ethereal that it has inspired artists, poets and musicians for centuries. The elemental, untamed beauty of Iceland will stay with you forever.
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Itinerary
Day 1 Reykjavik Fly to Keflavik Airport
around the city of Reykjavik, you visit Pingvellir, site of Iceland's old parilament. Your journey continues to Gulfoss, the Golden Waterfall. Day 3 Kirkjubaejarklaustur This morning you visit the waterfalls of Seljarlandsfoss and Skogarfoss, before you head down to the beautiful South Shore to see puffin colonies and volcanic black sands and lava. Day 4 Hofn Skaftafell National Park is an oasis of natural beauty with similar landscape to that of the Alps. Day 5 Egilsstadir Continuing east, drive across the Almannaskard Pass where the colours of the mountains come to life. and transfer to Reykjavik. north to Lake Myvatn. Along the way you pass Dettifoss, one of Europe's mightiest waterfalls. Day 7 Hrutafjordur Volcanic activity has shaped the landscape around Myvatn. Fumaroles dot the landscape along with boiling and bubbling mud pots. Day 8 Snaefellsnes The glacier of Snaefellsjokull was made famous in Jules Verne's `Journey to the Centre of the Earth', and you can easily imagine this today. Day 9 Reykjavik You head back towards Reykjavik, passing old volcanoes, waterfalls and farmlands along the way. Day 10 Reykjavik Transfer to the airport and fly home.
Essentials
Day 6 Myvatn From Egilsstadir you head
Some easy physical activities are included in this trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey. Be prepared for some long journeys. Activities Sightseeing, walking Transport Minibus Accommodation Guesthouse/hotel (9nts) Meals included 9 breakfasts
2012
Sat 16 Jun - Mon 25 Jun Sat 30 Jun - Mon 9 Jul Sat 14 Jul - Mon 23 Jul Sat 28 Jul - Mon 6 Aug Sat 11 Aug - Mon 20 Aug Sat 25 Aug - Mon 3 Sep
With flights
Without flights
Day 2 Hvolsvollur After a short tour
£2,379 £2,379 £2,379 £2,379 £2,379 £2,379
£1,980 £1,980 £1,980 £1,980 £1,980 £1,980
All elements in the itinerary are included, unless otherwise stated. Prices are per person and subject to change (see Booking Conditions p194). Single room option not available. For insurance details see p193. Flights Direct flights with Iceland Air from London. Flight schedules and preferred airlines can change.
See the Northern Lights
Our specialist Northern Lights tours are incredibly popular. Few shows on earth are as spectacular as the great curtains of light that swirl in green and pink over the icy wastelands of the arctic landscape. These tours are accompanied by our enthusiastic astronomy expert. His talks and live commentary help you make the most of the phenomenon. There's also a host of outdoor activities you can enjoy. For more information visit astronomytours.co.uk/exic
Insider's view
Iceland is such a beautiful, rugged country! The landscape is amazing, its variety and diversity never ceases to amaze me. Godafoss is one of the most impressive waterfalls I have ever seen. Taking a plunge in the Blue Lagoon is a must, and Reykjavik is a fascintaing city. You will fall in love with the place! Sally Smythson - Operations Assistant
Reykjavík Average Daily Max Temp °C 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 5 3 2 1 0 Average Daily Hours of Sunshine Average Monthly Rainfall (mm) 100 80 60 40 20 0
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For more information call 0845 004 5023 or visit adventurecompany.co.uk/IIC
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