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Grand Countryside
Escorted, 12 nights
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Iceland´s outer circle with whale watching.
Mountain´s, rivers, glaciers and volcanoes will unfold as your explore. Only four hotels means more time for exploring and relaxing with time to chat about the day´s experiences and also the chance to do some walking in the beautiful countryside.
During the two included boat trips you will experience considerable contrast between the icebergs on the south coast and lush green islands on the west .
Truly a classical adventure with simple hotels of a good standard offering classic Icelandic hospitality.
Day 1
Arrive
Arrive Keflavik Airport by air from the UK. Transfer to your hotel.
1 night REKYJAVIK - Leifur Eiriksson **Plus or Reykjavik Centrum ****
Day 2
Reykjavík & Borgarfjördur
The day starts with a drive to famous Gullfoss and Geysir. You also visit the beautiful church of Skálholt and the þingvellir National Park, site of the Viking Parliament, before continuing to Reykholt, home of the 13th century poet, Snorri Sturluson.
2 nights BORGARFJÖRDUR - Fosshotel Reykholt (HB)
Day 3
Snæfellsnes
Today you drive around the snæfellsnes peninsular, dominated by the glacier Snæfellsjökull (1446m) made famous in Jules Verne's novel 'A Journey to the Centre of the Earth'. You visit smalling fishing towns, drive through interesting lava fields and on to the town of Stykkishólmur where you take a boat trip around the islands of Breðajförður, home of puffins and the white tailed eagle.
Day 4
Eyjafjördur & Þingeyjarsýsla
You stop at the beautiful waterfalls of Hraunfossar before heading for Skagafjörður where you visit the farm museum at Glaumbær and are introduced to the Icelandic horse. Continue to Akureyri for a sightseeing tour of the town before driving on to your accomodation in the Húsavik area.
3 nights HÚSAVIK - Fosshotel Húsavik (HB)
Day 5
Húsavík & Whale Watching
Start the day with a 3 hour whale watching tour from Húsavik, weather permitting. Afternoon is at leisure to wander around the town with the possibilty to visit museums and the church.
Day 6
Godafoss & Mývatan
Visit the waterfall Goðafoss en-route to Lake Mývatn. There is a lush vegetation here and many different species of birds. Some of which are not found anywhere else in Europe. Visit the lava field Dimmuborgir and climb up to the rim of the ash crater Hverfjall. Relax in Mývatn Nature Bath before returning to the hotel.
Day 7
Dettifoss & Fljótsdalshérad
Travel around Tjörnes Peninsula and visit the magnificient waterfall Dettifoss, the most powerful in Europe.
3 nights EGILSSTADIR - Hotel Herað (HB)
Day 8
Fljótsdalur & Seydisfjördur
Tour around Lake Lögurinn, passing the farm mansion at Skrðuklaustur with its large unusual type of house. When conditions are suitable walk up to Hengifoss, one of the highest waterfalls in Iceland at 118m. You will also visit fishing town of Seyðisfjörður.
Day 9
Borgarfjördur & Eystri
This short wide fjord of Eystri, and grassy fertile valley with a charming fishing village of the same name, is situated northeast of Egilsstaðir. Magnificent colourful mountains and numerous beautful rocks and rare stones to be found here.
Day 10
Skaftafell
Vatnajökull, Europe´s biggest glacier, dominates the landscape with its glacial tongues calving into a glacial lagoon. Take a boat trip on the lagoon among the icebergs. Spend the next two nights in Skaftafell National Park.
2 nights SKAFTAFELL - Fosshotel Skaftafell
Day 11
Skaftafell & Reykyavík
The whole day spent walking or relaxing at Skaftafell National Park.
Day 12
Skaftafell & Reykyavík
Return to Reykjavík through the fertile meadows and the sandy desert of the south coast, overlooked by mountainous cliffs and glaciers. There are several beautiful waterfalls on the way and you may spot puffins and even some seals.
1 night REYKJAVIK - Hotel Leifur Eiriksson **Plus or Reykjavik Centrum **** (BB)
Day 13
Departure
Take airport bus to Kaflavik Airport for your return flight to the UK.
Departure Date: 17 June 2012
15 July 2012
12 August 2012
Duration: 12 nights
N.B. Alternative airports available for departure.
Hotel Leifur Eiriksson ** plus
A lovely family-run hotel since 1993. Impossible to get lost as the hotel is located opposite the stunning 73m high Hallgrimur's Church which towers above Reykjavik. All rooms with shower/wc, telephone, radio and satellite TV. Reception open 24 hours for light meals and drinks. Ensure you don't miss the complimentary breakfast!
Hotel Reykjavik Centrum ****
Comprising three 18th century style buildings in the centre of Reykjavik, this charming hotel was newly opened in 2005 and consists of 89 elegantly decorated en-suite rooms all with satellite and pay TV, cable and wireless internet, mini-bar, room safe, hairdryer, ironing board and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has its own restaurant serving lunch and dinner and a bar/cafe offering light refreshments.
Fosshotel Reykholt
This hotel is situated beautifully in the mountains. All rooms are ensuite and equipped with cable television, wireless and all rooms have lovely views which overlook the garden or mountains. For extra indulgence additional amenities include spa services, a library, restaurant and a bar and lounge area whch provide the perfect arena to unwind after a day of exploring Iceland's magnificent natural views and heritage. For the best way to kick start your day ensure you take advantage of the complimentary breakfast!
Fosshotel Husavik ***
Fosshótel Húsavík is a friendly and well-equipped hotel, located in the heart of Húsavík and within walking distance to the harbour. The hotel has 70 rooms, all with shower/wc, satellite TV, radio and phone. Other facilities include a restaurant, Moby Dick Pub, a reception, elevator, internet station, rooms adapted for those with disabilities and free parking. The hotel is now probably the world's only whale-themed hotel, boasting unique features and exhibitions on these marine mammels in the form of pictures, paintings, sculptures and a large whale stamp collection. The Moby Dick Pub is based on the famous movie and book "Moby Dick" with unique sculptured whale stools, rocky chairs and tables. Moby Dick Pub is a popular location for cocktail parties, theme music lounge and sports TV bar. Since 01 June 2007 all guestrooms and restaurant/bar facilities are non-smoking.
Hotel Herađ
This hotel boasts an excellent restaurant with Icelandic specialties such as lamb, fish and reindeer steak. All rooms are stylishly designed and equipped with bath or shower, hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV and parquet. The Balcony bar is the perfect place to drink in the unforgettable hues of the midnight sun. Hotel Herað is a great location for the tours you will embark upon, as bird watching, fishing and hiking in the nearby mountains and coastal regions are all easily enjoyed from the hotel.
Fosshotel Skaftafell ***
This family owned and run hotel is situated in front of Svinafellsjökull, one of Iceland´s most impressive glaciers. In front, a vast glacial outwash plain stretches to the sea 20 kms away. All 53 rooms have sh/wc, TV and telephone. Full licensed restaurant, and ensure you don't miss the complimentary breakfast before you embark upon your day of exploration!
Group Size: 8 to 30 passengers
Please view our standard Terms & Conditions for this holiday.
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