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Tour Information

Overview
PRODUCT:
ISWT-04
DURATION:
7 Days / 6 Nights
SEASON:
1 Oct - 15 Apr
PRICE FROM:
ISK 299000
DEPARTURES:
daily
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Introduction

This guided tour is ideal for visitors looking for a comfortable yet active in-depth winter tour to Iceland. This tour is guided by a professional local guide, who takes you to many of the biggest attractions in Iceland including Þingvellir National Park, the Great Geysir, Gullfoss Waterfall, Lake Mývatn, Dettifoss waterfall and more. In the darker winter months (Oct – March), the Northern Lights are not an uncommon sight at Lake Mývatn in favourable weather conditions. The tour includes accommodation in Reykjavík and by Lake Mývatn.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival/Reykjavík
On arrival at Keflavík Airport, you’ll be met by your private chauffeur and transferred to Reykjavik. The rest of the day is open to explore Reykjavik, visit museums, landmarks and such. Downtown Reykjavík offers a plethora of excellent restaurants, cafés, bars and clubs, for those who want to experience the renowned Reykjavík nightlife. Overnight at the Reykjavik Centrum Hotel or a similar high-end hotel in Reykjavík.

Highlights: Reykjavik 

Day 2: The Golden Circle
Pick up from your hotel in the morning for a guided super-jeep tour of the “Golden Circle”. Visit the beautiful Þingvellir National Park, before heading to the great Geysir area, home of the original “Geyser”. Close to Geysir we find the two-tiered, icebound Gullfoss waterfall, which is especially majestic in the wintertime. End the tour by visiting Langjökull glacier, Europe’s second largest, before heading back to Reykjavik, where you will overnight.

Highlights: Þingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir area, Kerið and glacier Langjökull.

Day 3: North Iceland
Take a 45-minute flight from Reykjavik Domestic Airport to Akureyri, “the capital of the north”, where you are welcomed by your friendly chauffeur. He’ll take you to the charming Goðafoss waterfall on your way to Lake Mývatn where you check-in at your hotel. You will enjoy taking a dip in the healing Lake Mývatn Nature Baths before going on a search for the northern light and enjoying a nice dinner at your hotel.

Highlights: Akureyri, Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn, Mývatn Nature Baths and Northern Lights.


Day 4: Lake Mývatn
Today, you will enjoy a guided tour to see the highlights of the mesmerizing Lake Mývarn surroundings. You’ll visit sizzling mud pools at the boiling mud-pots at Námafjall, Dimmuborgir lava-field and the pseudo-craters at Skútustaðir , to name a few. In the evening, you might wish to have an evening-walk by the lake as you enjoy an evening viewing of the Northern Lights if weather conditions are favourable.

Highlights: Námafjall, Dimmuborgir and Skútustaðir.


Day 5: Back to Reykjavik

Today you’ll be taken to the village of Akureyri for a sightseeing tour in the old town before checking-in at Akureyri domestic airport. Take an early afternoon flight back to the city of Reykjavik. You have rest of the day at your own leisure, to do some shopping and exploring the city at your own pace.

Highlights: Akureyri and Reykjavik.


Day 6: South Shore Sensation

Today, you will experience a thrilling 4x4 adventure to the beautiful south. Visit the graceful Seljalandsfoss where the sure-footed can walk behind the cascade and the impressive waterfall Skógafoss at Skógar. Experience the stunning black volcanic sand beach south of Vík and the Dyrhólaey and Reynisdrangar rock formations. Weather conditions permitting, you will have the opportunity to experience snowmobiling, dog-sledding, a guided glacial hike or riding Icelandic horses. These activities are not included in the tour price but can be added on request or on location.

H
ighlights: Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Dyrhólaey, Reynisdrangar, glacier Mýrdalsjökull.

Day 7: Blue Lagoon and Departure

Private transfer in the morning for your last stop before departure, the Blue Lagoon geothermal seawater spa, set in a magical black lava field. It is rich in silica and blue-green algae, which give the lagoon its reputed healing powers. The lagoon provides a wonderful, last experience of Iceland and ensures that you are fully unwound and relaxed when taken to Keflavik international airport in time for your check-in.

Highlights: Blue Lagoon.

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PRICES

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

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EXAMPLE PRICES


Low Season


Quality


  1 Adult2 Adults3 Adults4 Adults
  ISK 389700 ISK 299000 ISK 267400 ISK 274800




Children
Children age 0-2: Free Of Charge
Children age 3-11: Quality: ISK 62400 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 one category for accommodation on this tour: Quality.

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
Low Season From 1 October through 15 April

Duration
7 Days / 6 Nights

Booking
Advanced booking of at least three weeks prior to departure is recommended.
Extra nights and activities can be added to this package on by request; contact us for details.
This package can be customized to meet your needs; contact us for details.

Other Details
If weather conditions do not allow for a Northern Lights tour on day 3, we will try again when the conditions are better on day 4. Please note, as the northern lights are natural phenomena, we cannot guarantee northern lights sightings even if the tour is operated.
The temperature may be very cold at times; bring warm clothes and plenty of layers.


Included
  • Private meet and greet transfer from Keflavík airport to hotel in Reykjavík
  • 6 nights’ accommodation with continental breakfast
  • 2 Dinners by Lake Mývatn
  • Flights from Reykjavik to Akureyri and back
  • Transportation to/from Akureyri Domestic Airport – Hotel by Lake Mývatn
  • Guided Golden Circle 4X4 Super-Jeep Tour
  • Guided tour of Lake Mývatn & Surroundings
  • Guided Northern Lights Tour with Mývatn Nature Baths Stop
  • Mývatn Nature Baths Entrance Fee
  • Guided South Shore Sensation 4X4 Super-Jeep Tour
  • Private airport transfer on departure w/ entrance to Blue Lagoon
  • Free use of mobile phone and 500 ISK worth of calls
  • 24-hour emergency service
  • Taxes and service fee

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

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Included
  • Private meet and greet transfer from Keflavík airport to hotel in Reykjavík
  • 6 nights’ accommodation with continental breakfast
  • 2 Dinners by Lake Mývatn
  • Flights from Reykjavik to Akureyri and back
  • Transportation to/from Akureyri Domestic Airport – Hotel by Lake Mývatn
  • Guided Golden Circle 4X4 Super-Jeep Tour
  • Guided tour of Lake Mývatn & Surroundings
  • Guided Northern Lights Tour with Mývatn Nature Baths Stop
  • Mývatn Nature Baths Entrance Fee
  • Guided South Shore Sensation 4X4 Super-Jeep Tour
  • Private airport transfer on departure w/ entrance to Blue Lagoon
  • Free use of mobile phone and 500 ISK worth of calls
  • 24-hour emergency service
  • Taxes and service fee
Not included
  • Flights to/from Iceland
  • Meals, drinks at restaurants and entrance fees (unless otherwise stated)
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Optional extra activities which can be added on request

An unforgettable travel experience