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- Experience the raw power of Iceland’s ice-capped volcanoes, thundering waterfalls, dazzling glaciers, and exploding geysers.
- Learn about the creation of Europe’s largest national park, Vatnajökull, in a special meeting with a local park director.
- Explore bubbling mud pots, steaming fumaroles, and striking lava castles around Lake Mývatn.
- Hike up Reynisfjall mountain, one of the most beautiful coastal walks in southern Iceland
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- Accommodations and meals as indicated in the itinerary
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- Entrance fees, excursions, and sightseeing noted as included in the itinerary
- Ground transportation during the expedition
- Transfers to and from group flights where applicable
- Services of an adventure consultant, guides and any other staff, and on designated “Photography” departures, a National Geographic Photographer
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- For itineraries that include camping, camp and cook staffs, tents, kitchen and dining tents and necessary Trip equipment (e.g., sea kayaks, rafts, personal floatation devices, etc.) Are provided.
- Please note: The “B, L, D” notations apply to the period during the expedition only and do not include any meals on flights to/from the Trip.
- Internal airfare is included on some international expeditions as indicated in the itinerary.
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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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- International airfare to/from Reykjavík and airfare within Iceland is not included in the adventure cost.
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