Fly-Drive Short Break at Hotel Ranga

Arrive at Keflavik International Airport, collect your hire car and drive to Hotel Ranga. On arrival check in for four nights. Around a two hour drive from the airport, the remote log cabin-style retreat can be found just off Iceland’s famous circular ring road, Route 1, between the towns of Hella and Hvolsvollur. After a day travelling, why not relax in one of the hotel’s natural outdoor hot tubs, where in the winter months the northern lights are often seen dancing overhead.

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Free day to explore at leisure. Perhaps head out to discover the incredible natural wonders of the Golden Circle including Gullfoss waterfall, Thingvellir National Park and the bubbling hot springs at Geysir. Active Mt Hekla and the glacial rivers of Thorsmork nature reserve are also within an hour’s drive of the hotel. Located on the banks of the famous salmon river Eystri-Ranga, the hotel’s acclaimed restaurant serves wonderful locally-caught fish and seasonal dishes inspired by modern Nordic cuisine. After dinner perhaps relax at the bar with a local Icelandic beer, or between September and mid April, head outside in search of the aurora borealis in the dark winter sky. (B)

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Free day to explore at leisure. With the Ranga located within easy driving distance of the highlights of the south coast, perhaps consider driving to Iceland’s southernmost village Vik, where the black sand beaches make for dramatic coastal views. En route, be sure to stop at Seljalandsfoss waterfall, where it’s possible to walk behind the gushing torrent of water. In the summer months, the high cliffs of Dyrholaey are a must-see, with thousands of puffins, guillemots, razorbills, and gannets in residence. (B)

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Free day to explore at leisure. Enjoy a laid-back day relaxing in the serenity of the surrounding area, or for those who prefer a busy day of exploring, the incredible floating icebergs of Jokulsarlon glacial lagoon and the mountainous landscape of Skaftafell National Park can be reached within around 3 hours drive of the hotel. (B)

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Check out and drive back to the airport for the return flight to the UK. The inviting geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon, known for their rejuvenating qualities, make a wonderful stop en route for those taking the later flight. (B)