NordicVisitor

Tour Information

Overview
PRODUCT:
ISSD-05
DURATION:
7 Days / 6 Nights
SEASON:
All Year
PRICE FROM:
ISK 106000
DEPARTURES:
Daily
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Introduction

Enjoy the stunning and diverse landscapes of south Iceland, including Þingvellir National Park, the great Geysir area, Skaftafell National Park, Seljalandsfoss waterfall, Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon and much more. This tour is suitable and recommended for families with children and is ideal for winter travels. You have the option of staying in cottages, driving distances per day are moderate and child-friendly activities can be found all along the way.
Save 20-30% off high season prices on arrival from 1st of September to 31st of October 2010.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival/Reykjavík
Upon arrival, you will be met by your private chauffeur, who will transfer you from Keflavík Airport to your hotel in Reykjavík. Check into your hotel and relax after the journey. The rest of the day is open to explore Reykjavik, visit museums, landmarks and such, and ideal to unwind at one of the cozy thermal baths & spas. Overnight in a hotel or guesthouse in Reykjavík.

Highlights: Reykjavik.


Day 2: Gullfoss and Geysir

Take in some of the best known attractions in the south of Iceland. Visit the unique Þingvellir National Park; listed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List and a site of immense beauty and history. Head to the great Geysir area and explore the bubbling mud pots, geysers before arriving at the stunning two-tiered Gullfoss waterfall. Then you can visit the old bishopry at Skálholt and the explosion crater Kerið, now partially filled with water. Stay overnight in a hotel, guesthouse or cottage in the Selfoss/Hekla area. Driving distance approx. 220km.

Highlights: Þingvellir National Park, Geysir, Gullfoss, Skálholt, Kerið and Mt. Hekla.
Optional activities: Snorkling/diving in Silfra and Quad Biking.


Day 3: The South Coast
Visit the misterious Seljalandsfoss, experience walking right behind the flowing water and feel the light drizzle. Continue to the 60 metre free-falling Skógafoss waterfalls in Skógar, where you will find  many interesting artifacts on display at the folk museum. At Mýrdalsjökull, you will have the opportunity to experience a guided glacial hike (optional) in the area. Stay in a hotel, guesthouse or cottage in the Kirkjubæjarklaustur/Skaftafell area. Driving distance approx. 200km.

Highlights: Saga Centre in Hvolsvöllur, Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, glacier Mýrdalsjökull.
Optional activities: A guided glacial hike.


Day 4: Skaftafell and Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Explore Skaftafell, a part of Vatnajökull National Park and a place of great beauty with many interesting hiking trails, including a short one to the beautiful Svartifoss waterfall to most´s capacity. There you can also go glacier-walking or try your skills on ice-climbing. Head to the amazing Glacial Lagoon Jökulsárlón where in summer you are taken on can take a boat ride among the floating icebergs. Visit the fishing village of Höfn and its Glacial Exhibition, where you can learn about the dynamic forces of ice and fire shaping the Icelandic nature. Stay in a hotel, guesthouse or cottage in Höfn area. Driving distance approx. 200km.

Highlights: Skaftafell in Vatnajökull National Park, Vatnajökull Glacier, Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, Þórbergssetur and Höfn.
Optional activities: Glacier-walk and Ice-climbing and kayaking (all year). Bird-watching tour with hey-cart to cape Ingólfshöfði (summer only).


Day 5: Black Volcanic Beach

Drive along the south coast to Vík. Worthwhile stops along the way include the Farm Zoo in Holmur, Canyon Fjaðrarárgljúfur and Dverghamrar Elve´s Cliffs. Experience the stunning black volcanic sand beach south of Vík and the rock formations of Dyrhólaey, and Reynisdrangar and last but not least the rock formations of Dyrhólaey. Stay in Vík area. Driving distance approx. 270 km.

Highlights: Holmur, Fjaðrarárgljúfur, Dverghamrar, Dyrhólaey, Vík and Reynisdrangar.
Optional activities: quad biking on a lava beach and horse-riding.


Day 6: Back to Reykjavík
Continue your journey to the volcanic wonderland of Reykjanes Peninsula. Visit the Blue Lagoon geothermal seawater spa, set in a magical black lava field. It is rich in silica and blue-green algae, which gives the lagoon its reputed healing powers. Relaxing in-water massages are available but you can also unwind in the saunas and steam baths or get a natural massage under the Blue Lagoon waterfall. Head back to Reykjavik where you can do some last-minute shopping. Stay in the heart of Reykjavik. Drive along the south coast back to Reykjavík. Worthwhile stops along the way include the surroundings of the village Hveragerði. Driving distance approx. 260km.

Highlights: Stokkseyri, Eyrarbakki, Lake Kleifarvatn, Seltún (Krýsuvík) and the Blue Lagoon.
Optional activities: Blue Lagoon, kayaking at Stokkseyri and visit to museum of elves, trolls and northern lights (summer only). Quad biking and snorkeling on Reykjanes Peninsula are available all year.


Day 7: Departure

Transfer to Keflavik airport with FlyBus.

Please note, activities are not included in the tour price but can be added on request.

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PRICES

All prices are per person and in Icelandic Krona (ISK).

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EXAMPLE PRICES


High Season


Budget


Type of car 1 Adult2 Adults3 Adults4 Adults
A ISK 226900 ISK 132500 ISK 104967 ISK 95500
B ISK 236900 ISK 137500 ISK 108300 ISK 98000
C ISK 252900 ISK 145500 ISK 113633 ISK 102000
D ISK 265900 ISK 152000 ISK 117967 ISK 105250
E ISK 322400 ISK 180250 ISK 136800 ISK 119375
F ISK 422400 ISK 230250 ISK 170133 ISK 144375
G ISK 518900 ISK 278500 ISK 202300 ISK 168500
H ISK 508400 ISK 273250 ISK 198800 ISK 165875

Comfort


Type of car 1 Adult2 Adults3 Adults4 Adults
A ISK 273300 ISK 160300 ISK 123367 ISK 123300
B ISK 283300 ISK 165300 ISK 126700 ISK 125800
C ISK 299300 ISK 173300 ISK 132033 ISK 129800
D ISK 312300 ISK 179800 ISK 136367 ISK 133050
E ISK 368800 ISK 208050 ISK 155200 ISK 147175
F ISK 468800 ISK 258050 ISK 188533 ISK 172175
G ISK 565300 ISK 306300 ISK 220700 ISK 196300
H ISK 554800 ISK 301050 ISK 217200 ISK 193675

Quality


Type of car 1 Adult2 Adults3 Adults4 Adults
A ISK 319300 ISK 190900 ISK 145967 ISK 153900
B ISK 329300 ISK 195900 ISK 149300 ISK 156400
C ISK 345300 ISK 203900 ISK 154633 ISK 160400
D ISK 358300 ISK 210400 ISK 158967 ISK 163650
E ISK 414800 ISK 238650 ISK 177800 ISK 177775
F ISK 514800 ISK 288650 ISK 211133 ISK 202775
G ISK 611300 ISK 336900 ISK 243300 ISK 226900
H ISK 600800 ISK 331650 ISK 239800 ISK 224275



Discount
Low Season 20% off
Shoulder Season 10% off

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Children
Children age 0-2: Free Of Charge
Children age 3-11: Budget: ISK 24600 per child sharing room with adult
Comfort: ISK 33000 per child sharing room with adult
Quality: ISK 41400 per child sharing room with adult

Children age 12+: Full Price


Rooms
1 Person = Single room
2 Sharing = One twin/double room
3 Sharing = Triple room
4 Sharing = Two twin/double rooms

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Detailed Information

Accommodation Details

We have three categories for accommodation on this tour: Budget, Comfort and Quality.

Budget

Rooms without private facilities. These are in country hotels, farmhouses and guesthouses. Some of these have washbasins in the rooms and all provide breakfast (included in the price). In the more remote areas, most places of accommodation offer optional evening meals.


Comfort

Rooms with private shower or bath and WC. These are in hotels or well-appointed guesthouses. All provide breakfast (included in the price) and most have their own restaurant.


Quality

Rooms with private shower or bath and WC. These are in the best hotels available at each location. All hotels provide breakfast (included in the price) and have their own restaurant.



Seasons
High Season From 1 June through 31 August
Low Season From 1 October through 30 April
Shoulder Season From 1 May through 31 May , 1 September through 30 September

Duration
7 Days / 6 Nights

Rental Cars

A   Ford Fiesta or similar (Manual)
B   Ford Focus or similar (Manual)
C   Ford Focus Wagon or similar (Manual)
D   Ford Mondeo or similar (Automatic)
E   Ford Escape or similar (Automatic 4x4)
F   Ford Explorer or similar (Automatic 4x4)
G   Ford Expedition or similar (Automatic 4x4)
H   Ford Transit or similar (Manual)

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Booking
Advanced booking of at least three weeks prior to departure is recommended. Please note: family-cottages and hotel accommodation easily get fully booked during the high-season, thus please book well ahead of time to secure the best accommodation available.
Extra nights and activities can be added to this package on request; contact us for details. 
For easier navigation, Nordic Visitor offers its customers a GPS navigation system for an additional fee of 2500 ISK per day. Contact us for further information.
This package can be customized to meet your needs; contact us for details
It is possible to stay the night in the Blue Lagoon area on day 6 if you prefer and drop-off the car at Keflavik Intn Airport the following day at an extra cost.
12 years age limit on snorkeling in Silfra. Please note that Scuba dive certification (PADI Open water or equivalent) is required for diving in Silfra.


For added safety and comfort we recommend our customers to take 4x4 vehicles during the winter months.


Included
  • Rental car of your choice with unlimited mileage, CDW and VAT for 5 days
  • Accommodation (budget/comfort/quality)for 6 nights with continental breakfast
  • Private meet and Greet transfer from Keflavík Airport to hotel in Reykjavík
  • Information meeting with our travel consultant
  • Map of Iceland and detailed itinerary
  • ”The Visitor´s Key to Iceland” – A detailed reference guide with information on roads, history and natural features
  • Information booklet about driving in Iceland
  • Free use of mobile phone and 500 ISK worth of calls
  • 24-hour emergency service
  • Fly-bus transfer on departure
  • Taxes and service fee

Not included
  • Flights to/from Iceland
  • Meals and drinks at restaurants (unless otherwise stated)
  • Optional activities - can be added on request
  • Personal travel insurance

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Included
  • Rental car of your choice with unlimited mileage, CDW and VAT for 5 days
  • Accommodation (budget/comfort/quality)for 6 nights with continental breakfast
  • Private meet and Greet transfer from Keflavík Airport to hotel in Reykjavík
  • Information meeting with our travel consultant
  • Map of Iceland and detailed itinerary
  • ”The Visitor´s Key to Iceland” – A detailed reference guide with information on roads, history and natural features
  • Information booklet about driving in Iceland
  • Free use of mobile phone and 500 ISK worth of calls
  • 24-hour emergency service
  • Fly-bus transfer on departure
  • Taxes and service fee
Not included
  • Flights to/from Iceland
  • Meals and drinks at restaurants (unless otherwise stated)
  • Optional activities - can be added on request
  • Personal travel insurance

An unforgettable travel experience