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MAGICAL ICELAND + NORTHERN LIGHTS 2023
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Experience a world of natural phenomena: gushing waterfalls, volcanoes and stunning landscapes at every turn.
2023 Dates Available Soon
Journey Highlights Included
SKOGAFOSS: Admire the majestic beauty of these two impressive waterfalls.
HVOLSVOLLUR: See these magnificent volcanoes.
THINGVELLIR: The Parliamentary Plains are the most historic site in the country, as the meeting place of the Althing, the world's oldest parliament that was founded in A.D. 930.
REYKJAVIK: Explore the city with your Local Expert. See the old town centre, the parliament buildings, Hõfòi House, the colourful harbour and the Hallgrimskirkja.
GULFOSS: The spectacular two-tiered waterfall, the Icelandic equivalent of Niagara Falls, drops a total of 32 metres, while spanning the entire width of the Hvítá River.
REYKHOLT: Stop at this pretty village, home of poet and medieval scholar snorri Sturluson.
Inclusive Services
6 Night's Accommodation
6 Breakfast, 5 Dinners included
Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi
Hand-picked Trip Highlights
All Porterage and restaurant gratuities
An expert Travel Director and a professional Driver - Insight Tours
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
SMALL GROUP | Limited to 22 guests
Day 1 - Viking City of Reykjavik - Iceland
Welcome to Iceland. At Reykjavik's Keflavik airport, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel. Join your Travel Director and travelling companions at 6:15pm for your Welcome Reception and enjoy the opportunity to get to know each other over a pleasant evening of wine and a light buffet. Afterwards, search for the most spectacular show on Earth - the Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis. See the breathtaking night sky filled with an array of different colours. Please note: The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and therefore sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Accommodation: Fosshotel Reykjavik or similar (1 night)
Included Meals: Welcome Reception with Wine
Day 2 - South Shore Adventure to Vik
Reykjavik - Iceland, Hvolsvollur - Iceland, Vik - Iceland
Take a journey through the stunning landscape of Iceland's south coast to visit its newest geothermal heat and electric power station at Hellisheidarvirkjun. Travel to the modern Lava Centre in Hvolsvollur, dedicated to Iceland's riveting volcanic activity and earthquakes. Your journey continues as you witness the majesty of Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss. Stand awestruck by the beauty and power force of these thundering waterfalls before venturing on to view more phenomena. After seeing the magnificent Hekla and Eyjafjallajokull volcanoes, arrive in the welcoming community of Vik. Later, perhaps enjoy another chance to go in search of the mystical Northern Lights? Enjoy dinner tonight with your group.
Accommodation: Hotel Kria or similar (2 nights)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3 - JoKulsarlon Glacial Lagoon Park
Vik - Iceland
At Jokulsarlon the ancient blue ice of Breidamerkujokull Glacier meets the sea. Here colossal icebergs begin their journey, and you can find some glistening on the shore of the Diamond beach. Jokulsarlon has been chosen as the backdrop for many famous blockbusters and is the highlight that can't be missed while visiting Vatnajokull Glacier. Discover Iceland's deepest lake, where massive ice chunks break free and drift out into the open ocean. Visit Reynisfjara Beach, it has been picked as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world with it's black sand and blue water. Return to Vik for a free evening.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 - The Golden Circle to Flúðir
Vik - Iceland
Embark on a day of discovery around Iceland's Golden Circle, taking in some of the famous landmarks this magical country has to offer. In Fontana, visit a geothermal bakery to sample the delicious rye bread, dug hot from the ground and served with butter. Experience the exploding hot springs at Geysir and mighty Gullfoss waterfalls, the Icelandic equivalent of Niagara Falls. Next stop is Friðheimar, to learn about the Icelandic greenhouse horticulture. Visit a family-run vegetable farm that specializes in tomatoes. Explore their greenhouse and sample the sweet unique flavour of their lovingly grown crop. Continue to your hotel in Flúðir, where there is again a chance to look to the night sky and watch nature's theatre unfold. Dinner is included tonight.
Accommodation: Flúðir Icelandair Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 - Thingvellir, Borgarnes and Húsafell
Fludir - Iceland, Thingvellir - Iceland, Reykholt - Iceland
Continue to Thingvellir, a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site that lies on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge line, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. The first meeting of the Icelandic parliament was held here in A.D.930. In Borgarnes, learn about Iceland's history with a fascinating visit to the Icelandic Settlement Centre. Your travels continue to Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring. Journey along the trail of Viking warrior and poet Egill Skallagrimsson and stop at Reyholt for an orientation with your Travel Director. Enjoy views of the Hraunfossar an dBarnafoss waterfalls as you drive through glorious landscapes. Enjoy dinner tonight.
Accommodation: Hotel Husafell or similar (1 night)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6 - Blue Lagoon
Reykjavik - Iceland
Relax and enjoy your final day with a visit to Reykjavik's Blue Lagoon accompanied by a celebratory cocktail. Surrounded by lava fields and snow-capped mountains, the Lagoon is a wonder of nature and offers a unique experience for both body and soul. Choose to bathe in the pleasantly warm, mineral-rich geothermal waters, or perhaps enjoy a water massage or spa treatment? Facilities also include an indoor geothermal pool, a winter garden and restaurants. With your newfound friends, toast to the culmination of your fascinating journey of discovery during a celebratory dinner.
Accommodation: Fosshotel Reykjavik or similar (1 night)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Day 7 - Depart Reykjavik
Reykjavik - Iceland
Your Icelandic adventure comes to an end, with a transfer to Reykjavik's Keflavik Airport.
Included Meals; Breakfast
Exclusive Further Afield Travel and Tours Private Small Group
7 | Days | Activity Level - Leisurely | Small Group Journey | limited to 22 guests
Dining Summary: 6 Breakfast, 5 Dinners
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Personalize your Vacation: There is plenty of opportunity to personalize your travel arrangements. Further Afield Travel and Tours can provide group airfare, additional nights at the beginning or end of your tour and prepaid gratuities. Please inquire.
Travel Insurances: Please inquire for individual rates.
The advertised price is in Canadian Dollars and includes security & local taxes per the itinerary.
Group price is based on minimum of 18 guests. Trips with less than 16 guests may be subject to cancellation.
We reserve the right to deviate from the tour itinerary, inclusions or hotels should circumstances dictate.
WHATS INCLUDED
Highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser and friend overseas
Professional driver and comfort of a luxury air-conditioned coach
We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door
Hotel and restaurant tips are included
6 Breakfast, 5 Dinners
WHATS NOT INCLUDED
No early check in/late check out
International, domestic and internal airfares
Travel insurance, visas and items of personal nature
Gratuities to Travel Director, Coach Drivers and local Experts
Travel insurance is required for all guests covering all applicable dates of travel. This insurance must cover, trip interruption, personal injury, medical expenses, evacuation and repatriation coverage including during pandemic events. Insurance should include emergency coverage for covid-19 related complications and quarantine expenses. Proof of insurance is required.
Cancellations: 91 days and over prior to departure – loss of per person deposit, 90 – 61 days prior to departure – 50% per person of the total trip cost, 60 – 31 days prior to departure 75% per person of the total trip cost, 30 – Day of departure/no show – 100% per person of the total trip cost.
Additional supplier penalties may apply depending on the date of cancellation.
Amendments: An administration fee of $75 may apply to any changes made to your booking once confirmed, including but not limited to changes in pre/post trip accommodation and transfers. Please note that name changes are not allowed and flight changes are subject to availability and airline policies.
Refunds: No refund is available if cancellations occur after the trip has commenced or in respect to any trips, accommodation, meals or any other services not utilized.
Itinerary Changes & Trip Cancellation: Further Afield Travel and Tours reserves the right to vary itineraries should circumstances dictate, as well as cancel or reschedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements, or circumstances beyond its control. The advertised tours require minimum numbers to depart. Should these not be met, Further Afield Travel and Tours reserves the right to cancel arrangements.
Trip Membership: Any person aged 12 or more is eligible, through if less than 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. The Travel Director may at his/her discretion, require any person to withdraw from any trip if he or she deems the person’s acts or conduct offensive or a nuisance to other passengers, and we shall have no further liability.
Air: Airfare is NOT included and is an additional cost.
Baggage Allowance & Porterage: Porterage of one suitcase per person is included in the trip price for arrival & departure from hotels in Europe. Due to limited coach capacity, the dimensions must not exceed 30” x 18” x 10” (76x46x25cm) and weight should not exceed 23km (50 Lbs). Charges may be levied in the event these limits are exceeded & the promise to transport you may be invalidated.
Disclaimer: We do our utmost to ensure that the information posted on our website is correct at time of publication, however trip details and promotions are subject to change without notice by the suppliers and operators involved. We update the information as soon as possible when changes are advised to us, however we cannot assume responsibility for such changes made by the suppliers and operators. Terms and conditions per supplier(s). Please confirm details and booking information with your travel advisor. Contact us for the most up to date pricing and availability.
Further Afield Travel and Tours is a retail travel agency licensed under the Ontario Government Ministry of Consumer and Commercial Relations, Travel Industry Act 2002 - Registration No50021919. Funds on deposit are protected by the Compensation Fund, administered by TICO (Travel Industry Council of Ontario) as defined by the Ontario Travel Industry Act 2002 and Ontario Regulations 26/05.
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