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GLACIERS, WATERFALLS & GEYSERS 2005 / 2006
4 days / 3 nights, Reykjavik - Skogar - Skaftafjell - Landmannalaugar - Geysir -
Gullfoss - Þingvellir National Park - Reykjavik
Departures in English 2005: Oct 03, 10, 17, 24 / Nov 07,
2006: Feb 27, Mar 06, 20* / Apr 03, 17*, 24
* Guaranteed departures
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Our very popular Glacier tour start by visiting Hveragerði, a horticultural center, where geothermal water is used to warm greenhouses to grow varying kinds of vegetables and flowers. Travel over fertile farmlands and sand flats Markarfljót, heading to Skógar, the Skógarfoss and Seljarlandsfoss waterfalls and the sand flats by the glacial river Markafljót. Continue to the Skaftafell National Park, one of Iceland’s most outstanding areas of natural beauty, dominated by the glacier Vatnajökull. The park was set aside in 1968 as one of Iceland's most outstanding areas of natural beauty. On to Jökulsárlón and the Glacial Lagoon, where we enjoy a boat trip among the floating icebergs. From the lagoon to the Þjórsárdalur valley, dominated by the celebrated volcano Hekla, Iceland's most active volcano. If weather permits you will visit Þórsmörk valley, a picturesque site beneath glaciers. Other highlights are the famous Geysir hot springs, along with Strokkur, spouting every few minutes. On to Gullfoss, the Golden Fall, one of Iceland’s most impressive waterfalls. The last stop is Þingvellir National Park, where for centuries the ancient Viking Parliament convened in the open on the shores of Iceland’s largest lake.
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Day 1 Mon, SOUTH SHORE
Depart Reykjavík to Hveragerði, a horticultural centre. From there drive along the south shore, across fertile farmlands and glacial rivers to Skógar, and the Skógarfoss and Seljarlandsfoss waterfalls and the sand flats of the glacial river Markafljót.
On to Dyrhólaey, a nature reserve. Continue to Kirkjubæjarklaustur, former site of a 12th-century Catholic convent for overnight stay.
Day 2 Tue, SKAFTAFELL NATIONAL PARK - GLACIAL LAGOON
Drive from Kirkjubæjarklaustur to Skaftafell National Park, one of Iceland’s most outstanding areas of natural beauty, dominated by Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest ice cap. Continue to the Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon where huge icebergs, float and grind together in the still, deep waters of the lagoon.
Day 3 Wed, LANDMANNALAUGAR OR ÞÓRSMÖRK VALLEY
Today you will visit Thjórsárdalur valley, which is dominated by the celebrated volcano Hekla, Iceland's most active volcano. The quiet period between Hekla's eruptions has ranged from 16 years to 121 years, with the most recent eruption on February 26, 2000. If weather permits you will visit Thórsmörk valley, a picturesque site beneath glaciers.
Day 4 Thu, GULLFOSS - ÞINGVELLIR - REYKJAVIK (B)
Depart for the Geysir area to see the famous great Geysir and Strokkur, a hot spring that spouts every few minutes. On to Gullfoss, one of Iceland’s most impressive waterfalls. The next stop is Þingvellir National Park, where the ancient parliament met for centuries on the shores of Iceland’s largest lake.
Return to Reykjavik.
Note: It is necessary to book additional nights before and after the tour in Reykjavík or Keflavík. We reserve the right to alter routes without prior notice should the necessity arise due to road conditions (not included).
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Departure Dates
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English speaking departures 2005:
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Oct 03, 10, 17, 24 / Nov 07
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English speaking departures 2006:
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Feb 27, Mar 06, 20* / Apr 03, 17*, 24
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* Guaranteed departures
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Prices in US Dollars
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Glaciers, Waterfall & Geysers, 4 days
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Per person in double room
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975
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Single Supplement
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110
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Included
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Guided tour from/to Reykjavík
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3 nights hotel & guest house accommodations
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Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily
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3 x Dinner on days 1, 2 & 3
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1 x Packed lunch box on day 3
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Jeeps with driver guide as per itinerary
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1 hour horse riding tour
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Not Included
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Airport taxes
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Optional Excursions
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Entrance to Skógar museum, day 1
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Geocentre at Geysir, day 4
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$ 25 weekend surcharge may apply for each direction
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Personal insurance / personal items
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Gratuities
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$ 25 Service fee
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Please note
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It is necessary to book additional nights before and after the tour in Reykjavík or Keflavík.
We reserve the right to alter routes without prior notice should the necessity arise due to road conditions.
Maximum number for each departure is 35 passengers.
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Add-ons: Tour Options
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Additional nights in Reykjavik
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Reykjavík Grand Excursion, 3 hrs
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Reykjanes with Blue Lagoon Sightseeing, 6 hours, entry to Blue Lagoon
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Blue Lagoon with transfer to Keflavik Airport
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Relaxing Blue Lagoon, 4 hours bus tour,
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Entrance to the Blue Lagoon and towel
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Golden Circle Tour, 8 hours
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Entrance fee to Geysir museum
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South Shore Adventure, 10 hours, Guided bus tour
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Adventurous Super Truck tour
Riding Tours:
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Lava Riding Tour, 3 hrs Guided riding tour
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Lava Riding Tour & Lunch, 3,5 hrs Guided riding tour
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Blue Lagoon Riding Tour with Lunch, 5-6 hrs Guided riding tour, lunch, Blue Lagoon entrance fee and towel
Jeep Tours:
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Þingvellir and the Langjökull Glacier, 9-11 hrs Jeep tour
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Northern Lights - Lobster Feast, 4-5 hrs Jeep tour
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Pearl Tour and Activities, 9-10 hrs Super truck tour
Snowmobile safaris:
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Snow Mobile Safari, 3-5 hrs R/t in super jeep, snow mobile tour, overalls and helmets. Single supplement for 1 person on snow mobile
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List of Hotels
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Night 1
Kirkjubæjarklaustur
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