Adventure in Iceland
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Highlights
- Explore the natural beauty and geological wonders of this amazing island.
- Massive glaciers, powerful waterfalls, volcanoes, spouting hot springs.
- Visit Thingvellir National Park, where the world’s oldest parliament was established.
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- Expertise of a Smithsonian Journeys Expert, Tour Director, and local guides throughout the tour.
- All accommodations (based on double occupancy).
- Airfare from your departure city (for air inclusive guests only).
- Airline taxes, fuel surcharges, and departure fees, and port charges and cruise line fees (where applicable), which are subject to change until final payment has been made.
- Meals as indicated on the tour itinerary, including special welcome and farewell dinners.
- Baggage handling for one bag per person.
- Service charges and gratuities, except some cruise and rail programs.
- Transfer from the airport to the hotel for travelers on, or meeting, group flights (for most international tours).
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Today is at leisure to explore and enjoy Reykjavik as you please; those who wish can join in an optional tour to the Blue Lagoon for a soothing bath in geothermal waters rich with silica, sulfur, and other minerals. Tonight celebrate over a farewell dinner.
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This morning is at leisure, perhaps for some last-minute shopping for such local specialties as handicrafts, woolens, and gourmet foods. Early this afternoon depart for the airport and your return flights to the U.S.
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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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- Airfare from your hometown to your departure city (for air inclusive guests only).
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