ICELAND A LAND OF FIRE & ICE
Reykjavik (4 Nights)Vik (1 Night)
Join us on our tour to Iceland, a land of geysers, glaciers, volcanoes, epic sagas, heroic legends, and rich history. Iceland is an otherworldly place where forces of nature have created a landscape that allows you to swim in geothermal heated pools, trek across a mossy lava field, or drive over an icy glacier all in one day. You will be enchanted by the striking and raw beauty of this extraordinary and geologically young island. The local cultural life is equally rich, from medieval sagas to co…
Highlights
Explore Reykjavik, a sophisticated European city with museums, galleries, theater, symphony, boutiques and restaurants • Visit Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where Vikings established the world›s first democratic parliament in AD 930 • View the geothermal pools at Geysir, and marvel at Iceland›s most famous waterfall, Gullfoss • Visit a geothermal power plant and witness geology in action • Visit a geothermal bakery • Savor delicious tomato soup at a local farm • Take a dip in the healing geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon • Explore Copenhagen, the bustling maritime city • Marvel at the wharf-side homes and stores in the beautifully preserved Nyhavn district and much much more…
Included
- ROUND TRIP AIR TRANSPORTATION Air transportation from New York
- FIRST-CLASS ACCOMMODATIONS Hotel accommodations for 5 nights
- SUPERB CUISINE 9 included meals consisting of 6 buffet breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners
- SIGHTSEEING TOUR PROGRAM Sightseeing, including local guide and all entrance fees as follows: City Tour of Reykjavik, Viking World Museum, Golden Circle Tour including Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss “Golden” Waterfall and Great Geysir Geothermal Area, South Coast Tour including Seljalanfoss and Skogafoss Waterfalls, and Thermal Pools of the Blue Lagoon
- CULTURAL DISCOVERY SERIES Our program encompasses cultural connections, in-depth learning on the local economy and social systems, and interaction with locals such as visits to a geothermal bakery to sample delicious local bread and to the latest geothermal heat and electric power plant
- PROFESSIONAL TOUR DIRECTOR Assistance of a professional Tour Director for the entire length of the tour upon arrival in Reykjavik
- DELUXE MOTORCOACH Touring by private deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach
- BAGGAGE HANDLING AND TRANSFERS Baggage handling for one piece of checked luggage outside of the airport
Itinerary
Day01/07
- Day 01
DEPART USA
Today you begin a wondrous adventure as we depart the USA for your overnight flight to Reykjavik, Iceland. Meals and refreshments served on board. - Day 02
ARRIVE REYKJAVIK, ICELAND - VIKING WORLD MUSEUM - CITY TOUR
Welcome to Iceland! Iceland is an amazing country filled with beautiful nature, wonderful food, and inspiring art and culture. Start your day with a traditional breakfast at Viking World Café. Afterwards, view the Viking World Museum and then continue for our city sightseeing tour. Transfer to the hotel and check-in. Tonight, join us for a Welcome Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Reykjavik. (B,D) - Day 03
REYKJAVIK - GOLDEN CIRCLE TOUR/VIK
Check-out of your hotel and depart for a full day excursion of the Golden Circle. Visit the Thingvellir National Park and then stop in Fontana to partake in one of our Cultural Discovery Series- visit a fascinating geothermal bakery and sample delicious rye bread. After lunch, depart for Great Geysir and Gullfoss. Continue to the southern coast and enjoy the scenery of this beautiful agricultural region. Arrive in Vik and check-in to your hotel. Evening is at leisure (venture out in search for the Northern Lights*). Overnight in Vik. (B,L) - Day 04
VIK - SOUTH COAST TOUR/REYKJAVIK
Check-out of your hotel and depart for a full day excursion to the South Coast. Take a morning walk along the black sand beach at Reynisfjara lined with columnar basalt- filled caves. Visit Seljalanfoss and Skogafoss, Iceland’s most visited waterfalls. Visit the Skogar Folk Museum depicting traditional life of Iceland. Independent lunch at the local restaurant. Continue the journey through the stunning landscape and view Hekla and Eyjafjallajokull volcanoes. Visit the newest geothermal heat and electric power station in Hellisheidavirkjun – Cultural Discovery Series. Arrive in Reykjavik and check-in to your hotel. Overnight in Reykjavik. (B) - Day 05
REYKJAVIK - BLUE LAGOON GEOTHERMAL SPA
This morning travel to the Blue Lagoon, a geothermal spa, and get ready for an invigorating and energizing swim in this natural and unique wonder of Iceland. Relax and rejuvenate as you swim and soak-in the thermal waters of this natural phenomenon. In the afternoon, return to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Reykjavik. (B) - Day 06
REYKJAVIK
Today enjoy a free day to experience Reykjavik’s colorful buildings, wander off the beaten track to shop and dip into the capital’s rich culture, galleries, and cafés. This evening a Farewell Dinner will be served at the hotel. (B,D) - Day 07
REYKJAVIK TO USA OR EXTEND YOUR STAY WITH AN OPTIONAL COPENHAGEN EXTENSION
Transfer to the airport for your return flight home with great memories to share of your unforgettable Iceland adventure or continue on your 2-day extension tour to Copenhagen, Denmark. (B)






