Iceland Tours
Volcanoes & Glaciers of Iceland Tour 2012
Highlights: 6 day tour
Glaciers, geysers, waterfalls and volcanoes abound in Iceland; discover them and so much more of the magnificent natural landscape that surrounds them on this tour which mixes exotic highland nature with the main attractions of the south.
Price from: £1065 pp
This tour gives you the perfect opportunity to witness and experience the marvels of Mother Nature in its purest form, exploring the main attractions of South Iceland, including the Westman Islands.
Join this popular tour and discover wonders such as the Strokkur Geysir, Eyjafjallajökull volcano, the Gulfoss Waterfalls and Vatnajökull glacier, as well as the magnificent natural landscape that surrounds them.
| Departure dates 2012 | Per person twin-share | Single room supplement | Child (6-11 years) extra bed |
| 13, 20* May |
£1065 | £175 | £640 |
| 3, 10*, 17* Jun |
£1190 | £210 | £700 |
| 1*, 29* Jul | £1190 | £210 | £700 |
| 5*, 26* Aug | £1190 | £210 | £700 |
| 2, 9* Sep | £1065 | £175 | £640 |
*Guaranteed departures
Price Includes:
Return flights in economy class with Icelandair from London Heathrow, All airport taxes, Return airport transfers by the ‘Flybus’ + (Plus) Shuttle, 2 nights accommodation in Reykjavik, 3 nights accommodation whilst on escorted coach tour, Meals as specified, All transfers and transportation incl. ferry tickets to Westman Islands, Sightseeing tours with English-speaking guides, Non-guided tour to the Blue Lagoon (Incl. admission & luggage storage)
Price Excludes:
Optional activities
Notes:
We reserve the right to alter routes without prior notice due to road conditions
Group size: Min. 8. Max. 35
Some departures operate with multi-lingual guides, please contact us for details
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Regional departures available from Glasgow and Manchester, please contact us for prices
6 Day Itinerary
Fly to Reykjavik, transfer to Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura and check-in for one night.
Depart Reykjavík and travel through Hveragerði via fertile farmland and glacial rivers on the way to the Skógar and Skógafoss Waterfalls. Visit the farmers of Þorvaldseyri Farm and the visitor’s centre located at the foot of Eyjafjallajökull volcano, which famously erupted in the spring of 2010. Stop at the Skogar Folk Musem before continuing on to Sólheimajökull Glacier where an optional glacial walking tour is offered. Overnight in Vík. (B,D)
Travel via the Catholic convent at Kirkjubæjarklaustur towards Skaftafell National Park, one of Iceland’s most outstanding areas of natural beauty. The area is dominated by magnificent views of the mighty Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Continue to Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon where huge icebergs float and grind together in the still, deep waters of the lagoon. Overnight in Vik. (B,D)
Travel along the south coast to Landeyjarhöfn harbour. After arriving at the pier at Bakkafjara, take the ferry to the Westman Islands and explore the largest of the islands, Heimaey. Visit the puffins in Storhofdi, walk up to the crater of a recently erupted volcano and explore the flora of a new lava field. After lunch, free time to explore the islands at your leisure. Overnight in Laugarvatn or Hveragerdi area depending on season. (B,D)
Note: If the route to the Westman Islands is closed due to weather conditions (spring or early summer,) the tour will continue through lava fields and outwash sands formed by floods from the volcano Katla and onwards to Laugarvatn.
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, before heading back to Reykjavik. Overnight in Reykjavík. (B)
Transfer to the Blue Lagoon for the chance to enjoy a unique bathing experience. After bathing in the lagoon, transfer to airport for flight back to UK .(B)
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