Winter Tours – Page 4 – CONTINENTAL JOURNEYS

Depart:

Independent Tour-Land Only

7 Days/ 6 Nights

Daily November 1-March 31

This tour includes many highlights in Norway: Oslo, the capital of Norway, Lillehammer, the town that hosted the Winter Olympics, Trondheim, Norway’s third largest city, created by the Viking King Olav Tryggvason and Bergen, the capital of the fjords. We offer you our idea of Charming Norway and hope that you will be back for more.

Price per Person:

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Package Includes:

5 nights superior tourist class/first class hotel accommodation all with private facilities
1 night on board Hurtigruten in 2-berth outside cabin
Breakfast each morning
Train between cities-2nd class seats
Norway in a Nutshell excursion
Hotel taxes and service charges

Itinerary

Day 1 Oslo
Upon arrival to Oslo self transfer to your centrally located hotel. The Norwegian capital is beautifully situated at the head of the Oslo Fjord and surrounded by forested ridges. Oslo offers many well-known sights such as the Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Viking Ship Museum and the Munch Museum. Overnight at the Rica Oslo Hotel or similar.

Day 2 Oslo-Lillehammer
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning departure by train to Lillehammer. On your way you will pass Hamar and might be able to get a glimpse of the “Vikingskipet”. The well-known ice-skating-ring built for the 1994 Winter Olympics and has the shape of a turned-over Viking ship. You will have the afternoon in Lillehammer at your own leisure. We recommend a visit at Maihaugen Open Air Museum, which tells the story of people in the Gudbrandsdalen Valley the last 300 years, of life between the wars in the inland town of Lillehammer and of homes and domestic environments in the 20th century. Also recommendable is a visit at the Olympic Museum and the Olympic Arena (Lysgardsbakken). If you overnight in Lillehammer on a Wednesday or Saturday night don’t miss the Huderfossen Winter Park, unique in Europe, located in Hunderfossen. (Entrance tickets not included). Overnight at the Rica Victoria Hotel or simlar.

Day 3 Lillehammer-Trondheim
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure by train from Lillehammer to Trondheim. The 5 hour journey on the Dovre Railway will take you through the Gudbrandsdal Valley and across the Dovre Mountain to Trondheim, Norway’s third largest city. The city was founded by Viking King Olav Tryggvason in 997, and occupies a special place in Norwegian culture and history. Trondheim was Norway’s first capital and continues to be the coronation city where Norway’s Kings from Harald Harfagre (10th century) to King Harald V (1991) have been crowned and blessed. We recommend a visit to the Nidaros Cathedral, built over the grave of St. Olav. Next to the cathedral you will find the Archbishop’s Palace, the oldest secular building in Scandinavia. Other sights of interest are the Kristiansten Fortress, Monk’s Island, the Trondelag Open Air Museum and Stiftsgarden, the Royal Residence in Trondheim. We also recommend a stroll in Bakklandet, located on the east bank of the river Nid. Here you will find old wooden buildings which were formerly worker’s dwellings but are now partly restored as homes or charming shops and restaurants. Overnight at the Scandic Solsiden hotel or similar.

Day 4 Trondheim-Cruise Hurtigruten
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning departure with the Hurtigruten for a cruise along the spectacular Norwegian coastline.One night and one full day on board this traditional postal steamer. Accommodation on board Hurtigruten in an outside cabin.

Day 5 Bergen
Breakfast on board the Hurtigruten. Afternoon arrival to Bergen, Norway’s second largest city. We recommend a visit to some of Bergen’s many attractions as for example the Hanseatic Bryggen Harbor, the Floibanen Funicular, which takes you up to a height of 320 meters above sea level where you are presented with a great view over the city, Grieg’s home Troldhaugen, the Fish and Flower Market or the Bergen Aquarium. Overnight at the Scandic Bergen City or similar.

Day 6 Bergen-Norway in a Nutshell-Oslo
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure for a magical excursion to explore “Norway in a Nutshell”. The journey between Bergen and Oslo has been qualified many times by international guides and authors to be the most beautiful and fascinating railway route in the world. The last one, Gary Warner, used to publish his favorite train trips in the Chicago Tribune. You would never travel at such altitude in Europe, with a highest spot at 1 222m above sea-level. At Myrdal, a connecting train awaits you, toward Flam. Then you will have the opportunity to board a 2 hours cruise through the Sognefjord, belonging to the world heritage list of UNESCO. Upon arrival to Oslo self transfer to your hotel. Overnight at the Rica Oslo Hotel.

Day 7 Oslo-End of Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. Self transfer to the airport. You can extend your stay in Oslo or continue to Copenhagen or Stockholm.

Additional nights available.

1st class rail supplement available.

Cooking on the Amalfi Coast

Depart:

Independent Tour-Land Only

7 Days/ 6 Nights

Daily January 1-December 31

Minori relives its own traditions and flavors through this gastronomic tour which celebrates all the local skills and specialties. Minori, was well renowned in medieval times for pasta making, and in the 17th century the invention of the “ngegni” ( a device which increased pasta production to industrial levels ) made Minori an open factory, with every space, public or private, that had the right ventilation being transformed into a permanent display of all types of pasta, hung out for the drying process. Even on the seafront promenade, which today offers cool sea breezes and welcome shade, the more traditional forms of pasta were set out to dry.
Today, Minori displays all its traditions at their best, a great feast of culinary skills blended with art and literature, presenting a dish ready to be sampled by Italian and gourmets everywhere.

Price per Person:

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Package Includes:

6 nights at the Villa Romana with private facilities
Round trip transfers from Naples airport or Salerno rail station
Breakfast each morning
4 dinners at the hotel including water, coffee and wine
2 dinners in restaurants in Minori including water, coffee and wine
Professional gastronome and chef assistance during cooking lessons
English speaking tour escort during visits and lessons
Entrance fees (Amalfi- Emerald Grotto and Cloister, Ravello- Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo, Pompei- excavations)
Hotel taxes and service charges

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Amalfi Coast
Upon arrival to the Naples airport or Salerno rail station you will be met and taken to the beautiful Villa Romana located in Minori on the scenic Amalfi Coast. This evening you will enjoy a welcome dinner at the hotel.

Day 2 Amalfi Coast.-Pompeii-Amalfi Coast
After breakfast transfer to Pompeii for a visit to this very popular archaeological site. Afternoon first cooking lesson from 15.30 to 18.00. Dinner at hotel.

Day 3 Amalfi Coast
After breakfast, guided visit to a lemon liqueur (Limoncello) factory with a demonstration of production techniques and visit to a roman villa. Afternoon second cooking lesson. Dinner in a typical restaurant this evening.

Day 4 Amalfi Coast
After breakfast, guided visit to a dairy factory with demonstration of Mozzarella and cheese production. Afternoon third cooking lesson. Dinner at the hotel.

Day 5 Amalfi Coast with Ravello
After breakfast, visit to a local fish monger from 09.00 a.m. to 10.00 a.m. Fourth cooking lesson from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 followed by lunch. Afternoon escorted visit to Ravello including a visit to the Cathedral, the Villa Rufolo and the Villa Cimbrone Gardens. Dinner will be served at a local restaurant this evening.

Day 6 Amalfi Coast
After breakfast, escorted visit to a paper mill in Amalfi. Sightseeing of the town (Cathedral, Cloisters and Emerald Grotto ? weather permitting) Farewell dinner with musical entertainment and a demonstration of local ceramics.

Day 7 Amalfi Coast-End of Tour
After breakfast you will be taken to the Naples airport or Salerno rail station. You can extend your stay in Minori or continue to Rome or Sicily.

Additional nights available.

Hotel facts and facilities:
All 55 rooms are well equipped with bath / shower, direct dial telephone, safe deposit box, minibar, air conditioning ( individual control ), satellite T.V., balcony, hydro massage bath available on request. Almost all rooms face swimming pool and lemon groves

The Northern Lights

Depart:

Escorted Tour-Land Only

5 Days/ 4 Nights

2021/2022 Departures:

December 9 and 14
January 4, 13 and 27
February: 1, 10, 15 and 24
March: 1, 10, 15, 24 and 29
April:7 and 12

Winter is a magical time of the year and everything is in a different kind of bloom. The air is crisp, the trees are naked and the green grass and soil forcibly frozen together. The red berries that fall on the ground at the end of summer are glued to the frozen ground covered in a thin layer of snow and the little that is left of the patches of green grass is mother nature’s own Christmas decoration. Magic is in the air. During the day you explore Southwest Iceland, known for its natural wonders and cultural sites. See glittering glaciers, snow-clad mountains, giant lava fields and steaming hot springs. Bathe in the mineral rich geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon, walk on a black lava beach, visit an Icelandic horse farm and travel close to the famous Eyjafjallajokull volcano. If you like, you can make a snowman, soak in an outdoor hot tub and stay awake all night to search for the northern lights. Overnight in a small hotel in the countryside. It’s truly a magnificent place to be on a dark clear night when the stars are out and a full moon lights up the surroundings. On the best of nights, the northern lights come out to dance as well. This program includes 2 evenings of presentations, lectures, film and guided evening walks or excursions at spots likely to offer a glimpse of the Aurora Borealis, the Northern Lights. The tour is dependent on weather and therefore sightings are not guaranteed. The Northern Lights are in the northern sky from September through April but are only visible when the sky is clear and free of clouds. Like many of natures wonders, it’s ephemeral, they may be visible, they may appear for a bit and then be gone (it is not a TV show that you can just turn on and off). But it’s worth the patience required. Because they’re a winter event, you need to be prepared to wait outside, while looking for them. It’s best to dress very warmly, in layers, with good footwear, gloves, hats and whatever else will make you comfortable while you await this truly outstanding event. For the best photos we recommend using a tripod.

Price per Person:

Per person in a double room using Hotel Cabin in Reykjavik and Arhus Cottages Hella $799
Single supplement $199

Price per person using Hotel Klettur in Reykjavik and Hotel Stracta in Hella $1099
Single supplement $459

*Special New Years departure on December 29

Per person in a double room using Hotel Cabin in Reykjavik and Arhus Cottages Hella $1199
Single supplement $199

Price per person using Hotel Klettur in Reykjavik and Hotel Stracta in Hella $1599
Single supplement $499

Special Christmas Departure-December 23
Price per person using Hotel Cabin in Reykjavik and Arhus Cottages $1199
Single supplement $279

Price per person using Hotel Klettur in Reykjavik and Hotel Stracta in Hella $1299

Single Supplement $299

Package Includes:

2 nights in Reykjavik at chosen package with private facilities
2 nights in Hella at the Arhus Cottages or Stracta Hotel both with private facilities
Transfer Keflavik airport-accommodation in Reykjavik-Keflavik airport (no guide) by Flybus Shuttle
Breakfast each morning
Sightseeing as per itinerary
Transportation between cities
English speaking tour escort
Entrance to the Skogar Folk Museum with turf houses
Visit to Icelandic horse stables & geothermal greenhouse
Entrance with towel at Blue Lagoon
Northern Lights program with 2 evenings of lectures, presentations, film and guided searches for northern lights and midnight refreshments.
Use of winter & Northern Lights explorer equipment: simple non slip snow & ice grippers spikes for shoes and a flash light that is helpful when walking in the dark and operating your photo camera at night.
Hotel taxes and service charges

Itinerary

Day 1 Reykjavik
Upon arrival Flybus transfer to your hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure to explore the charming capital of Iceland. Overnight in Reykjavik.

Day 2 Reykjavik-The Blue Lagoon-Reykjanes Peninsula
9am meet your tour guide who shows the group some of the highlights of Iceland’s capital. Then you will head out to the Reykjanes peninsula with its hot springs, mountains, bird cliffs, light houses and fishing villages. At the end of the day, get to soak off your travels in the warm blue waters of the famous Blue Lagoon. Stay for two nights in simple but cozy cottages or at the Hotel Stracta in Hella South Iceland. In the evening, you will hear about the Northern Lights from your tour guide. Naturally, once darkness falls, you’ll be out and about chasing the Northern Lights.

Day 3 South Iceland
Today you head along the south coast and reach the area near the active volcano that is beneath the Eyjafjallajokull Glacier. Stop at the high but narrow Seljalandsfoss waterfall, which plunges from the mountain. Next, visit the Skogar folk museum, which contains an outstanding collection of farm and domestic artifacts from Iceland’s past and several turf-built houses. Nearby is one of the most impressive waterfalls in the country; the 60-meter high Skogafoss waterfall. In the afternoon an optional glacier walk is offered. The Solheimajokull Glacier tongue extends from the large Myrdalsjokull GIacier. down to the sandy plains of the Icelandic south coast. The spectacular surroundings are marked by rugged and majestic rock formations thoroughly shaped by the glacier. On this fun, safe and easy to moderate glacier walk you get to explore the wonderland of ice sculptures, water cauldrons, ridges and deep crevasses on the breath-taking Solheimajokull Glacier. While enjoying all the features of the glacier and its spectacular surroundings, you will learn more about the behavior of glaciers and their impact on nature. No technical requirements are needed for the tour as an experienced glacier guide will teach you how to use basic glacier equipment, such as crampons and an ice axe which is provided for glacier walks. The unique experience of a glacier walk on one of the many retreating glaciers of the world is sure to leave lasting memories. Duration of this activity is about 3 hours in total, about 90 minutes on the ice and about 30-40 min walk (one-way) from the parking lot to the glacier edge itself. The minimum age for the glacier hike is ten years. You need to bring warm clothing, rain gear and hiking boots. The glacier hike can only be booked with the guide on day 2. The special price for your group is about ISK 14,000 (about USD 130 per person) instead of ISK 14,900 official rate; prices are subject to change. Payment is due with the glacier hike company on day 3 in Icelandic Krona cash only. If you do not take the glacier hike, then the tour continues further south where you can stroll on the black lava beach to see the amazing bird cliffs at Reynisfjara near Vik. In the evening there is another presentation about the Northern Lights. If the night is clear, you might see the Northern Lights swirling in a wild and carefree dance across the heavens in dramatic shapes, colors, patterns and sizes. The grounds of Arhus Cabins and the Stracta Hotel in Hella are extensive and dark, offering you an excellent location for Northern Lights search if the weather conditions are right. It requires patience, warm clothing and the excitement of “maybe there could be Northern Lights”.

Day 4 Horses-Golden Circle-Reykjavik
In the morning, you’ll learn about the Icelandic horse and its history and special qualities, and also visit a geothermal greenhouse. You’ll see steam from the Geysir geothermal fields as you arrive. Here there are a variety of hot springs and bubbling pools including the original geyser, which is now dormant, but which has been replaced by Strokkur “the Churn”, which erupts at 5-10 minute intervals. You’ll continue to Gullfoss “the golden falls”, a double waterfall that tumbles 34 meters into the Hvvta river, and attracts tourists and travelers in summer and winter. Travel inland to Pingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site before returning to Reykjavik for one night. An optional Northern Lights evening cruise can be booked on the spot, if the weather conditions are ideal.

Day 5 Reykjavik-End of Tour
After breakfast Flybus transfer to the airport. You can extend your stay in Iceland or continue to Greenland, Faroe Islands or Scandinavia.

Additional nights in Reykjavik available.

Maximum group size is 40 persons.

There is a possibility that some of the nature attractions around Iceland might charge an entrance fee during the trip. These entrance fees are not included in the tour price and need to be paid by all tour members additionally on the spot, when entering any of these nature sites. Locations, amount of entrance fee, form of payment and other details are not known at the present time and are subject to change.

NORTHERN LIGHTS: This program includes during 2 evenings a combination of presentations, lectures, film and guided Northern Lights searches in the garden of Arhus Cottage in Hella, South Iceland, about 10 minute walk from the Stracta Hotel. Arhus Cottages and Stracta Hotel in South Iceland offer a Northern Lights wake up call for guests that register for that special service at the reception. The tour is dependent on weather and therefore sightings are not guaranteed. The Northern Lights are in the northern hemisphere from September through April but are only visible when the sky is clear and free of clouds. Like many of natural wonders, the Northern Lights are ephemeral, they may be visible, they may appear for a bit and then be gone (it is not a TV show that you can just turn on and off). But it is worth the patience which is much required. Because they are a winter event, you need to be prepared to wait outside while looking for them. It is best to dress very warmly, in layers, with good footwear, gloves, hats and whatever else will make you comfortable while you await patiently this truly outstanding event. For the best photos we recommend using a tripod.

Short Tour of Iceland

Depart:

Escorted Tour-land Only

5 Days/ 4 Nights

2021 Departures:

January 30

Iceland is the perfect place to enjoy a winter trip full of adventure, icy landscapes and the chance to see the elusive Northern Lights. You visit Iceland’s most popular sites such as the Golden Circle route, the South coast and Vatnajokull national park. You see cascading waterfalls, smoking geysers, colorful volcano craters, a spectacular ice lagoon with floating icebergs and black lava beaches, all set against a backdrop of glistering glaciers and restless geology. There is always a thrilling potential for the night sky to be decorated with the jewels of the amazing aurora borealis. Imagine the excitement to search for the most spectacular, and natural, light show on earth.

Price per Person:

In a double room $999 Using Hotel Klettur in Reykjavik
Single supplement $399

Per person in a double room using Hotel Cabin in Reykjavik $949
Single supplement $359

Package Includes:

4 nights tourist class accommodation both with private facilities
Round trip Flybus airport transfers (no guide)
Breakfast each morning
English speaking tour escort
Transportation between cities
Sightseeing as per itinerary
Entrance to Kerid Volcano Crater
Northern Lights program during 2 evenings with a combination of lectures, presentations, film and guided searches for the Northern Lights
Use of winter & Northern Lights explorer equipment: simple non-slip snow & ice grippers spikes for shoes and a flash light that is helpful when walking in the dark and operating your photo camera at night.
Hotel taxes and service charges

Itinerary

Day 1 Reykjavik
Upon arrival Flybus transfer to your hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure to explore the charming capital of Iceland. Overnight in Reykjavik.

Day 2 Reykjavik-South Iceland
At 9.am meet your tour guide and start the escorted tour program with a short city tour around Reykjavik. Explore the Golden Circle route. The first stop is at Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site. Next, visit the hot springs at Geysir and travel to the double waterfall, Gullfoss. Continue to Kerid, a caldera with a crater lake on the bottom and which resembles an ancient amphitheater. In the evening, you hear about the Northern Lights from your tour guide. Naturally, once darkness falls, you are out in the garden waiting for the Northern Lights. Stay for one night in South Iceland. Overnight Hotel Eyjafjallajokull, Hvolsvollur

Day 3 South Iceland-Vatnajokull Region.
A long drive brings you to a world of glaciers, ice and icebergs. Travel to Jokulsarlon, a glacial lagoon filled with floating icebergs. Explore this extraordinary site and perhaps see seals swimming in the arctic waters. You can walk on the black sandy beach where large icebergs get stranded. The Vatnajokull National Park is about 12,000 square kilometers and it is the largest National Park in Europe. In this area find Iceland’s highest mountains, an alpine environment and Europe’s largest glacier. In the evening, you hear about the Northern Lights from your tour guide. Be careful not to go to bed too soon in this remote and quiet location, or you may just miss out one more chance of seeing the Northern Lights shimmering and dancing across the night sky. Stay for one night in the Vatnajokull region at the Adventure Hotel Hof near Skaftafell.

Day 4 Vatnajokull Region-Reykjavik
Today, head across the Laki Lava Field to the village of Vik where you attend the stunning Icelandic Lava Show; the only exhibition in the world where you can experience actual flowing lava. By melting lava and pouring it on ice in a room full of people, you will be able to see the lava flowing, hear it sizzling, and feel the heat that radiates from it. In the afternoon take a stroll on the black lava beach and along the bird cliffs at Reynisfjara beach in South Iceland. Pass the Myrdalsjokull Glacier and the infamous Eyjafjallajokull Volcano. Continue to the Skogafoss Waterfall and stop at the high but narrow Seljalandsfoss Waterfall. In the evening you return to Reykjavik for one last night. An optional Northern Lights bus tour or fjord cruise can be booked on the spot if the weather conditions are ideal. Stay one night in Reykjavik.

Day 5 Reykjavik-End of Tour
After breakfast Flybus transfer to the airport. You can extend your stay in Iceland or continue to Greenland, Faroe Islands or Scandinavia.

Additional nights in Reykjavik available

Maximum group size is 30 persons

There is a possibility that some of the nature attractions around Iceland might charge an entrance fee during the trip. These entrance fees are not included in the tour price and need to be paid by all tour members additionally on the spot, when entering any of these nature sites. Locations, amount of entrance fee, form of payment and other details are not known at the present time and are subject to change.

NOTE: In rare cases, a change of itinerary might be necessary during winter programs in Iceland, should snow, road and weather conditions not allow to follow the scheduled itinerary, and certain outdoor activities might be cancelled. In this case no refund will be given, but we will try to find reasonable alternatives where and whenever possible.

This program includes during 2 evenings a combination of presentations, lectures, film and guided tours at spots that are likely to offer a glimpse of the Aurora Borealis, the Northern Lights. All countryside hotels in this program offer a Northern Lights wake up call for guests that register for that special service at the hotel reception. At some of the hotels this service is only offered until 2am or 3am in the morning. This tour series is designed to spend 5 evenings in the countryside to maximize the chances of seeing the elusive Northern Lights, still the tour is dependent on weather and therefore sightings are not guaranteed. The Northern Lights are in the northern hemisphere from September through April but are only visible when the sky is clear and free of clouds. Like many of natural wonders, the Northern Lights are ephemeral, they may be visible, they may appear for a bit and then be gone (it is not a TV show that you can just turn on and off). But it is worth the patience which is much required. Because they are a winter event, you need to be prepared to wait outside while looking for them. It is best to dress very warmly, in layers, with good footwear, gloves, hats and whatever else will make you comfortable while you await patiently this truly outstanding light show. For the best photos we recommend using a tripod.

DAILY DRIVING: Total mileage without airport transfer is 564 miles which is an average of 188 miles per day. You spend about 4 hours per day on the bus, depending on road conditions, traffic and daily distances. On some days the driving might be longer than on some other days.

Reykjavik Winter Spa Stay

Depart:

Independent Tour-Land Only

4 Days/3 Nights

Daily October 1 – April 30

Iceland is the ideal spa destination. From natural bathing spots to high-quality swimming pools and spas, its pure geothermal waters are a gift from nature. If you’re looking to immerse yourself in Iceland’s sensational spa culture and witness spouting geysers and majestic waterfalls, then this remarkable getaway to nature and wellness is the perfect fit for you. During a 4-day spa city break, you’ll visit Iceland’s capital Reykjavik, with its crisp air, geothermal pools and dynamic people. You’ll also join a Golden Circle guided tour taking you to “The Big Three”: Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir hot springs and the breathtaking Pingvellir National Park. To make sure your body and mind feel relaxed at all times, included is an entrance to your hotel’s spa, a relaxing dip in the Fontana Steam bath during your Golden Circle tour, and a healing experience of the world-famous Blue Lagoon. This is a refreshing and healthy short break that makes the most of Iceland’s natural gifts.

Price per Person:

Please call or email for prices.

Package Includes:

3 nights accommodation at hotel all with private facilities
Breakfast each morning
Round trip Keflavik airport Flybus transfers
Seat in coach full day Golden Circle Tour
1 entrance to spa at chosen hotel
Entrance to the famous Laugarvatn Fontana geothermal baths
A taste of rye bread cooked in the geothermal baths at Laugarvatn Fontana
Seat in coach non guided visit to the Blue Lagoon including entrance fee, use of towel, 1 drink and Silica mud mask
Hotel taxes and service charges

Itinerary

Day 1 Reykjavik
Upon arrival to Reykjavik Flybus transfer to your centrally located hotel. We suggest a stroll down the city’s main shopping street Laugavegur or visit the Einar Jonsson Sculpture Museum. Overnight in Reykjavik.

Day 2 Reykjavik-Golden Circle Tour-Reykjavik
Breakfast at your hotel. Combine history, natural phenomena and relaxation. Visit the majestic Gullfoss waterfall as well as the famous Geysir hot spring area, where the geyser Strokkur is sprouting at regular intervals up to 25 meters / 82 feet. In the village of Laugarvatn, visit the Fontana Steam Bath’s geothermal bakery. Located on the sandy shores of Lake Laugarvatn, the spa uses the heat of the ground to bake its famous sweet rye bread. Enjoy a chance to see how the natural bakery operates, and to sample some warm bread with fresh butter. Afterwards, relax at the Fontana Steam Bath with its recently-renovated facilities, which include various types of steam baths, geothermal pools and hot tubs. Continue to Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its geological phenomena and rich history. Return to Reykjavik in the early evening. Overnight in Reykjavik.

Day 3 Reykjavik-Blue Lagoon-Reykjavik
Breakfast at your hotel. The morning is open for shopping and sightseeing. In the afternoon, drive through rugged lava fields to the Blue Lagoon. This unique natural pool of mineral rich geothermal water is located in the middle of a lava field surrounded by the beautiful Icelandic wilderness. The Blue Lagoon is known for its special properties, and its beneficial effect on the skin. It attracts visitors from all over the world in search of health, relaxation, and an exotic experience. Take some time for a refreshing bath or swim in the pleasantly warm mineral-rich water, reputed for its healing properties. Head back to Reykjavik in the late afternoon. Overnight in Reykjavik.

Day 4 Reykjavik-End of Tour
After breakfast Flybus transfer You can extend your stay in Reykjavik or continue to Greenland or Scandinavia.

Additional nights available

Reykjavik in Winter

Depart:

Hosted Tour-Land Only

4 Days/ 3 Nights

Daily October 1-April 30

Reykjavik is perfect for a short stay. Vibrant with culture and city life, but still close to nature, you can experience it all in just a few days’ vacation. And this fun-packed break is the ultimate way to get to know the city and its surroundings. Your trip combines time to relax with guided tours that guarantee you won’t miss a thing. Among these is a Reykjavik city tour, the perfect sightseeing introduction to all the city’s main landmarks. By coach and foot, you will experience the variety Reykjavik has to offer, from downtown to the coast. If you want to relax, no trip to Iceland is complete without a visit to the Blue Lagoon, where you will bathe in the incredible geothermal waters set in a stunning black lava field. Finally, there is the classic Golden Circle tour, combining three of Iceland’s most famous historical and natural treasures: Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir hot springs and Thingvellir National Park. Spectacular nature combined with over 1000 years of history.

Price per Person:

Please call or email for prices.

Package Includes:

3 nights at the hotel selected-all with private facilities
Breakfast each morning
Round trip Keflavik airport Flybus transfers
Seat in coach guided Golden Circle Tour (8 hour tour)
Seat in coach guided Reykjavik City Tour (2.5 hour tour)
Non guided coach tour to the Blue Lagoon including entrance fee, Silica mud mask,use of towel and 1 drink
Hotel taxes and service charges

Itinerary

Day 1 Reykjavik
Upon arrival Flybus transfer to your hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure to explore the charming capital of Iceland. Overnight in Reykjavik.

Day 2 Reykjavik
After breakfast start the day with a guided 2,5 hour afternoon Reykjavik city tour. Explore the world’s most northern capital. This is a detailed and comprehensive introduction to Reykjavik’s past and present. During this tour Reykjavik’s main attractions are highlighted on foot and by bus. The main landmarks, such as The Pearl, Hallgrimskirkja Church, the National Museum of Iceland, the harbor and the famous 101 Reykjavik neighborhood are visited. Afterwards enjoy a relaxing dip in the warm waters of the famous Blue Lagoon. The lagoon is a unique wonder of nature with pleasantly warm mineral-rich geothermal water set in the middle of a black lava field. The high levels of silica and minerals give the lagoon its rich blue color. Overnight in Reykjavik.

Day 3 Reykjavik-Golden Circle Tour-Reykjavik
This tour takes you to some “must see” sights of Iceland. Drive around the fertile lowlands of Southern Iceland and visit one of Iceland’s most magnificent waterfalls, Gullfoss, the erupting hot springs in the Geysir area (not everyone realizes that the word geysir, meaning a hot spring is originally an Icelandic word) and the outstandingly beautiful Pingvellir National Park where the world’s oldest parliament was founded in the year 930. Overnight in Reykjavik.

Day 4 Reykjavik-End of Tour
After breakfast Flybus transfer to the airport. You can extend your stay in Iceland or continue to Greenland, Faroe Islands or Scandinavia.

Additional nights available.

Reykjavik City Package

Depart:

Independent Tour-Land Only

4 Days/ 3 Nights

Daily January 1-December 31

Visit the northernmost capital in the world. Iceland’s oldest settlement is now a modern and vibrant city with a wide selection of restaurants, nightclubs and shops. Reykjavik was first settled in the late 9th century by Iceland’s first settler Ingolfur Arnason, who gave the place its name Reykjavik, meaning “Smoky Bay,” because of its hot springs, now used to heat houses and the city’s many outdoor pools.

Price per Person:

Please Call or Email for prices.

Package Includes:

3 nights at chosen hotel all with private facilities
Breakfast daily
Round trip airport Flybus transfers
Sightseeing as per itinerary
Hotel taxes and service charges

Itinerary

Day 1 Reykjavik
Upon arrival take the Flybus transfer to your centrally located hotel. Overnight in Reykjavik

Day 2 Reykjavik
After breakfast you will enjoy a city tour of the Icelandic capital. You will see the towering Hallgrim’s Church, the lake in the city center inhabited by numerous waterfowl and the older and modern areas of the city with their colorful little houses. You will also pass the harbor, the summit meeting house Hofdi and the House of Parliament. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure to explore the capital on your own and for shopping. At 6pm you will be taken to the famous Blue Lagoon for a relaxing bath in the healing geothermal waters. Entrance fee is included. Bring bathing suit and towel. Overnight in Reykjavik.

Day 3 Reykjavik-Golden Circle Tour-Reykjavik
After breakfast you will be taken on the famous Golden Circle Tour. You will experience the majestic waterfalls at Gullfoss, the erupting hot springs at Geysir and the National Park Pingvellir where you find the world’s oldest parliament, founded in 930. Overnight in Reykjavik.

Day 4 Reykjavik-End of Tour
After breakfast Flybus transfer to the airport or you may extend your stay in Iceland or visit the Faeroe Islands or Greenland.

Additional nights in Reykjavik available

Reykjavik and Husavik

Depart:

Independent Tour-Land Only

5 Days/ 4 Nights

Daily: October 1-April 30

At the edge of the Arctic Circle, North Iceland showcases a diverse landscape of dramatic waterfalls, secluded fjords, geothermal wonders and an untamed wilderness. Experience dynamic culture, creative cuisine, and steamy dips in astonishing natural surroundings on an adventurous break to the small fishing village of Husavik.

Price per Person:

Please Call or Email for current prices.

Package Includes:

2 nights in Reykjavik at the first class Hotel Natura or similar with private facilities
2 nights at the first class Fosshotel Husavik or similar with private facilities in Husavik
Breakfast daily
Return flight Reykjavik-Husavik-economy class-airport taxes included
Round trip Husavik airport hotel transfers
Hotel taxes and service charges

Itinerary

Day 1 Reykjavik
Upon arrival to Reykjavik self transfer (we recommend Flybus) to your centrally located hotel. We suggest a stroll down the city’s main shopping street Laugavegur or visit the Einar Jonsson Sculpture Museum. Overnight in Reykjavik.

Day 2 Reykjavik-Husavik
In the afternoon enjoy a domestic flight from Reykjavik to Husavik where a guide will be waiting to meet you and give you a small ‘city’ orientation. Overnight in Husavik.

Day 3 Husavik
After breakfast spend the day in Husavik at leisure or book any of the optional tours available. Overnight in Husavik.

Day 4 Husavik-Reykjavik
In the morning transfer to the domestic airport in Husavik for your flight back to Reykjavik. Self transfer to hotel your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Reykjavik.

Day 5 Reykjavik-End of Tour
After breakfast self transfer to the airport (we recommend using the Flybus). You can extend your stay in Reykjavik or continue to Greenland, Faeroe Islands or Scandinavia.

Additional nights available

Flybus transfers cost approx. $25 per person each way

Optional Excursions: Please contact us for current prices

Fall and Farmland: From Husavik through Adaldalshraun lava field which originated from an eruption in the region thousands of years ago. One of the most spectacular waterfalls in Iceland, Godafoss, “Waterfall of the Gods” is a magnificent site along with the rock formation and pseudo crates. Sweeping valleys dotted with picturesque farms to the beautifully restored turf farm of Grenjadastadur. On this tour you will also cross Laxa by the Laxa power plant and pass Hveravellir where greenhouse activity will be explained with using geothermal energy.Duration 3-4 hours-A tour with a local guide and admission to the Grenjadastadir museum.

Husavik Saga and Culture: A guided saga and culture walk in the town of Husavik. Start from your accommodation and go through a route where sagas and stories of the area will be shared and visit exhibitions and museums. You will get to know a bit of the local atmosphere in Husavik.A walking tour with a local guide and entrance fee. Duration 2-3 hours.

Husavik Northern Lights: Pick up from accommodation and head out to the countryside looking for northern lights. Itinerary/locations might depend on circumstances, along the coast or up to inland. A super jeep tour with a local guide. Duration 2-3 hours.

Asbyrgi tour: One of Iceland’s legendary and fascinating wonders is Asbyrgi, a lovely hoof shaped enclosure, surrounded by towering cliff walls. It is situated at the north end of the glacial river canyon of Jokulsa and serves as a gateway to the national park. From Husavik you will explore the Tjornes peninsula on your way to the area of Kelduhverfi. A tour with a local guide. Duration 4 hours.

Myvatn and Dettifoss waterfall: Sightseeing tour exploring Lake Myvatn and the Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Iceland. The Myvatn area is one of the Iceland’s most popular destinations and is renowned for its natural beauty. The mystical area with its magnificent landscape and rich animal and bird life makes people want to visit it, observe and explore. This tour highlights Myvatn’s and Jokulsargljufur canyon natural wonders and includes stops at the Dettifoss waterfall, Lake Myvatn nature baths, Dimmuborgir lava rocks and the cliffs along with Skutustadagigar craters. A super jeep tour with a local guide. Not Included: Admission to the Nature Baths. Duration 8 hours.

Reykjavik and Hofn

Depart:

Hosted Tour-Land Only

5 Days/ 4 Nights

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays October-March

The Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights are one of the most spectacular and beautiful of nature’s phenomena. In Roman mythology, Aurora was the goddess of the dawn, while “boreal” is the Latin word for “north”. What is greater than admiring the Northern Lights in the realm of Vatnajokull, Europe’s largest glaciers?

Price per Person:

Please Call or Email for current prices.

Package Includes:

2 nights in Reykjavik at hotel category selected all with private facilities
2 nights at the tourist class Hotel Hofn with private facilities
Breakfast daily
Return flight Reykjavik-Hofn-economy class including airport tax
Round trip airport transfers in Hofn
Request wake-up alerts from the hotel, should the Northern Lights appear in the middle of the night
Easy access to the stunning Glacial lagoon where you may see playful seals among the blue tinted icebergs
Hotel taxes and service charges

Itinerary

Day 2 Reykjavik-Hofn
Self transfer to the Reykjavik domestic airport for your flight to Hofn village, located on the South East coast of Iceland. Upon arrival you will be met and taken to your hotel where you will have a short meeting to receive information of the program and optional activities available. We suggest a scenic walk through the village and down to the harbor, where you might watch the fishermen land their catch of the day. In the evening we suggest you take an optional tour to hunt for the magical Northern Lights. Overnight in Hofn.

Day 3 Hofn
After breakfast day at leisure. We recommend taking an optional tour to Jokulsarlon, the Glacier Lagoon, where you might see seals swimming between the huge floating icebergs. In the evening check out optional guided tours for hunting the Northern Lights. Overnight in Hofn.

Day 4 Hofn-Reykjavik
Spend the morning enjoying the leisure activities in the area. Afternoon flight back to Reykjavik. Upon arrival self transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Reykjavik.

Day 5 Reykjavik-End of Tour
After breakfast self transfer to the airport (we recommend using the Flybus). You can extend your stay in Reykjavik or continue to Greenland or Scandinavia.

Additional nights available

Please note Hotel Hofn has 3 floors and no elevator. We can request low floor if needed.

Flybus transfers cost approx. $25 per person each way

Activities available at Hofn: booked locally, depending on weather and road conditions.

Quad bike tour (ATV): Drive an ATV on a black beach and witness the thundering power of the Atlantic Ocean.

Glacier Lagoon: A magical site where huge icebergs float in glacial water. Seals sometimes play by the shore.

Skaftafell National Park: 1 hour from Hofn, hike in the raw splendor of a land formed by glaciers and rivers.

Ice climbing in Skaftafell: Walk in crampons and climb on Europe’s largest glacier Vatnajokull. No experience necessary, only some guts

Reykjavik and Akureyri

Depart:

Independent Tour-Land Only

5 Days/ 4 Nights

Daily: October 1-April 30

Akureyri is perfectly located for those who want to spend a few days in a charming town, but still be able to experience a true Icelandic winter adventure. Based only a few hours drive from North Iceland’s highlights and attractions, it won’t be long until you find yourself standing in front of the striking Godafoss waterfall or bathing in a natural hot spring at the Myvatn Nature Baths. You’ll drive around the legendary Lake Myvatn with views of pseudo-craters and the lava pillars at Dimmuborgir. Experience the boiling mud pools, steaming fumaroles and sulphur pits at the geothermal area of Hverir and travel in comfort to craters and volcanoes. Choose from a number of additional optional tours, search for the Northern Lights, visit local farmers or sample fresh Icelandic cuisine.

Price per Person:

Please Call or Email for current prices.

Package Includes:

2 nights in Reykjavik at the chosen hotel with private facilities
2 nights at the chosen hotel or similar with private facilities in Akureyri
Breakfast daily
Return flight Reykjavik-Akureyri-economy class-airport tax not included
Guided coach tour to the Lake Myvatn area
Entrance fee to Myvatn Nature Baths
Hotel taxes and service charges

Itinerary

Day 2 Reykjavik-Akureyri
In the morning self transfer to the airport for your flight to Akureyri, the capital of the North. From there, a self-transfer to your hotel. The town which is located just a few miles from the Arctic Circle is colorful walking city with a wide range of shops, restaurants, galleries and museums. You will stay for two nights in Akureyri.

Day 3 Akureyri-Lake Myvatn Excursion
Start today with a fully guided tour, to visit all the highlights that Lake Myvatn has to offer. First visit Godafoss waterfall on the way to Lake Myvatn. Continue to the pseudo-craters of Skutustadagigar and from there to the mystic Dimmuborgir (Dark Castles) abounding with pillars of lava and strange formations. A stop at the warm underground river in Grjotagja rift and a visit to the geothermal area of Hverir with boiling mud pools, steaming fumaroles and sulphur pits. Krafla volcano area is your next destination where you’ll drive past the power station bearing the same name that relies on geothermal steam energy for its operation. Then you’ll explore the explosion crater Viti that was formed in 1724 in the Myvatnseldar eruption and enjoy the view over Leirhnjukur volcano. End the tour at the lovely, Myvatn Nature Baths, a relaxing visit to the completely natural swimming pool of geothermal water situated in the middle of lava fields with a great view over Lake Myvatn. Return to Akureyri in the afternoon.

Day 4 Akureyri-Reykjavik
At leisure until you self transfer to the airport for your return flight to Reykjavik. If your flight leaves in the afternoon/evening you might want to book some optional tours or activities. Upon arrival self transfer to your hotel. Remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Reykjavik.

Additional nights available

Airport tax NOT included

Flybus transfers cost approx. $25 per person each way

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