The Natural Wonders of Northern Iceland

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Overview
Highlights
- Ever changing diverse landscapes.
- Exclusive Off The Beaten Track Itinerary.
- Waterfall of the Gods.
- Extreme Geological Contrasts.
- Natural Geothermal Features.
- Dramatic Landscape Contrast From Southern Iceland.
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Trip includes
- Trip guided by Icelander Elisabet Brand, a highly experienced and knowledgeable Walking Connection guide.
- Expertly planned custom itinerary exclusive to The Walking Connection including visits to little known destinations not typically frequented by tourist groups.
- Domestic scheduled flights.
- 7-Night/8-Day Sightseeing Adventure including all park fees, site entry fees and sanctuary fees as listed on the itinerary.
- 7-Nights premium accommodations with en suite bathrooms as designated in the itinerary.
- All meals as designated in the itinerary.
- Deluxe air conditioned transfer vehicles throughout.
- Expert local guide will provide alternative walks and hikes when possible and practical.
- One scheduled group transfer to and from airport when arriving or departing on the scheduled day of the itinerary.
- Detailed “Know Before You Go” information including recommended website, reading lists, packing list, what to bring, weather and much, much more.
Itinerary

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight 1 of 2 Nights: Icelandair Hotel Akureyri
Arrival early morning from US. Pick up in Keflavík airport by a private driver guide (for the program). Start the day with a breakfast snack. From Kefla...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight 2 of 2 Nights: Icelandair Hotel Akureyri
Exploring the area along this long fjord get a feel for the local life by visiting the fishing villages and towns with rich coastal and farming culture.<...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight 1 of 2 Nights:Fosshotel Húsavík
We will start the day with a casual stroll through Old Town to have the opportunity to walk through the history of early Akureyri. The Botanical Garden is another...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight 2 of 2 Nights: Fosshotel Húsavík
We spend the day learning about the story of the region including the marine life. This area is known for the whales that pass by. It is also recognized as being...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight 1 of 2 Nights: Fosshotel Mývatn
Follow the coast, first around Tjörnes peninsula with layers of remarkable fossils tracing back to a few millions of years. We continue to Kelduhverfi area and ex...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight 2 of 2 Nights: Fosshotel Mývatn
This is one of the highlights of the north and includes some of Iceland´s best-known places to visit. Around the lake are several “must see” areas we can explore,...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight 1 of 1 Nights: Reykjavík Marina
We start the day by going “off the beaten track” on a super jeep/truck tour, exploring a bit of the backland of Mývatn area.
We will pass the crater Hverf...
Meals: Breakfast
Free morning. The hotel is by the harbor, next to the center of the capital so a great area to explore on your own.
Transfer to Keflavík airport for departure of flight
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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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