Kingdom of Glaciers and Northern Lights

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Winter is a magical time in Iceland, it becomes a wonderland of ice and snow and this small group guided tour makes the most it. Come explore and experience Iceland's amazing landscapes, famous attractions, museums, history, culture and much more on this comfortable and adventurous and all inclusive winter break. Travel is via comfortable 4x4 van. Enjoy sight...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • See the famous Gullfoss and Geysir
    • Enjoy the views of Glacier Lagoon and its icebergs
    • Opportunity to witness Aurora Borealis

What's this trip about?

    Winter is a magical time in Iceland, it becomes a wonderland of ice and snow and this small group guided tour makes the most it. Come explore and experience Iceland's amazing landscapes, famous attractions, museums, history, culture and much more on this comfortable and adventurous and all inclusive winter break. Travel is via comfortable 4x4 van. Enjoy sightseeing, short hikes, a glacier walk, black sand beaches, waterfalls, geysers,ice-filled lagoons and, just maybe, the amazing Northern lights! Stay in comfortable country hotels each night and enjoy tasty Icelandic dinners while winding down from the days' adventures.

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Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age range18 to 64 years
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityReykjavík
End CityReykjavik

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Hiking & Walking
  • National Parks
  • High Adventure
  • Transformative

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Hot Springs
  • Nature

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 6

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 16

Trip includes

    • Guide for 5 days, vehicle transportation for 5 days
    • Pick up and drop off is included.
    • Breakfast and dinner for 4 days (lunch is not included, but can be added) On day 1 of the tour, we stop at Café Gullfoss and have an authentic Icelandic meat soup.
    • The usual Lunch from the hotel includes a sandwich, yoghurt/Icelandic Skyr, piece of cake or biscuits, tea/coffee and a piece of fruit.
    • Entrance to Eyjafjallajökull visitor centre, entrance to Skógar folk museum, visit to a sheep farm, (price based on double or twin room with en suite facilities - single room available for an extra fee).

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Reykjavík – Þingvellir – Geysir – Gullfoss – Hotel Hekla

First on our program for the day is a visit to the historical site of Þingvellir. The park is now a UNESCO World Heritage site. The location is wonderful, a beautiful lake skirted by a small canyon that in fact is a part of the Mid-Atlantic riftthe. Next we will head ...

Day 2: Hotel Hekla – The Waterfalls of the South – Þorvaldseyri – Skógasafn – Kirkjubæjarklaustur

Continuing east we set course to the Eyjafjallajökull massive. The waterfall of Seljalandsfoss is worthy of a short stop as well as the Skógarfoss waterfall, said to be the hidden place of a chest of gold. In between we will stop at the Eyjafjallajökull visitor centre...

Day 3: Vatnajökull National Park-Skaftafell

Vatnajökull National Park is Europe’s biggest National Park. The south-east part of the park is the area of Skaftafell which is composed of natural forest growing between glacial tongues, reaching down almost to sea level - a unique place to visit. We walk through a b...

Day 4: Jökulsárlón – Sheep farm

Today we head east along the Öræfajökull glacier which covers one of the country’s greatest volcanoes and its highest summit. We then cross great flatlands in front of the huge Breiðamerkurjökull glacier before arriving at Jökulsárlón lagoon with its picturesque float...

Day 5: Vík – Hot springs of Ölkelduháls – Reykjavik

On our return to Reykjavik we pass by the village of Vík (Vík í Mýrdal) where we can enjoy a walk on the black beach. The pinnacles of Reynisdrangar are to be seen just off shore. According to the legend, the pinnacles were left standing there after two trolls tried t...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,780
Price per day$356
Last Updated: 7/16/2018

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • A 2-3 hours walk on the Svínafellsjökull glacier (all glacier and safety gear provided), and lunch.
    • Glacier walk can be added for $78 Per Person.
    • Accommodation is in two comfortable country hotels. One hotel on day 1 and another for the remaining days.

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Cancellation policy

Day Tours In Iceland

Cancellation received more than 24 hours prior to departure are fully refunded.

Cancellation received less than 24 hours prior to departure will be charged full price.

Day Tours Outside Of Iceland

A confirmation fee of 45.000 ISK is non-refundable

50 % of tour price refunded, if cancelled formally 30 – 59 days prior to departure.

25 % of tour price refunded, if cancelled formally 29 – 16 days prior to departure.

0 % of tour price refunded, if cancelled formally within 15 days prior to departure.

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Age Requirements
18 to 64 years
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