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Iceland’s Northern Lights OCTOBER 30 - NOVEMBER 5, 2021 with host BRANDON BUTCHER, WSAZ Meteorologist Reykjavik Iceland’s beautiful capital has some of the freshest food, clearest water, and best air quality in the world. Lake Kleifarvatn Iceland’s Northern Lights Aurora Borealis Filled entirely with groundwater, it looks as if Additional dates Witnessing the extraordinary natural beauty of no water comes in or goes out of Reykjanes OCTOBER 30 - NOVEMBER 5, 2021 may be available dancing auroras is high on many bucket lists! Peninsula’s largest lake. Discover Iceland’s best-known national treasures, mystical northern lights, Brandon ancient sagas, and unique traditions. Norse settlers in 930 AD. The area sea level. Our last day of adventure Butcher DAY 1: FLY TO ICELAND Akranes. At the Museum Center view stacked columnar basalt rock offers dramatic landscapes as begins with a relaxing morning at Brandon is the Depart the USA for a restful a vast collection of architecture, formations. The serenity of it visibly displays how the North Iceland’s most popular attraction, the EMMY-award overnight flight to Iceland. maritime exhibits, and artifacts. See Snæfelljsökull National Park leaves American and Eurasian continental Blue Lagoon. Mineral rich seawater winning morning Europe’s most powerful hot spring, lasting memories of a variety of plates meet, creating bulging lava fills the large lake at a constant 102°F. meteorologist at DAY 2: ARRIVE IN ICELAND Deildartunguhver, which provides landscapes, from moss-blanketed fields, glacial pools, and other Soak in the lagoon or enjoy the WSAZ. He has Our flight arrives early morning. Our water and geothermal heat for much lava fields to jagged cliffs and geological phenomena. En route mystical views from the sauna. Don’t been a broadcast included breakfast is held at the of the area. We end the day visiting pebbled beaches. We bid the bay to Hveragerði we stop at Efstidalur miss out on the included silica mud meteorologist stunning Harpa Concert Hall, whose two incredibly unique waterfalls: farewell before we head back dairy farm and enjoy regional mask or experience the geothermal for more than 20 years, the bulk glassy exterior features a facade of Hraunfosser, a collection of several to our hotel. Tonight we have delights, including homemade Skyr, massage waterfall. We leave the Blue of which has been in the Mountain geometric shapes that change color creeks cascading down a wall of lava another opportunity to discover the a Greek-style yogurt dessert from Lagoon feeling refreshed, energized, State. Severe and unusual weather with the angle of the sun. Take in rocks creating a spectacular display mysterious Aurora Borealis. B,D the days of Vikings. Our geothermal and silky smooth. Stop for lunch in the is a passion of Brandon’s, having beautiful views of Reykjavik and the of ever-changing colors; and Barnafoss adventure continues as we enter the fishing town of Grindavík, then see ventured out into six hurricanes, surroundings from the Perlan, an waterfall, cutting deep through a narrow DAY 5: GOLDEN CIRCLE OF Hot Springs Capital of the World at Lake Kleifarvatn, unique in that it is and even broadcast live during a observation deck known as the Pearl. canyon and steeped in mystery and NATURAL WONDERS Hveragerði. Not only is the town filled entirely by underground water. tornado event as the twister was Tour the National Museum of Iceland, folklore. We overnight in the Reykholt Our day is packed with history and brimming with countless hot springs We return to Reykjavík and enjoy a hitting his studio building. He also then check-in to our hotel. Tonight area for the next two nights. This natural marvels. Experience the and clay foot baths but also a large Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner. B,D has a Master’s Degree in Education we reconvene for a WSAZ Welcome is the perfect place to hunt for power of Gullfoss waterfall as it concentration of greenhouses. and teaches meteorology at the Dinner where you will have time to get luminescent green Northern Lights thunders glacial water more than Residents here provide the country DAY 7: FLY HOME collegiate level. to know your traveling companions. B,D dancing above. B,D 100 feet down a rugged canyon. with a vast majority of its homegrown We return home with wonderful When the sun is shining you can produce including tropical fruit such memories of our Icelandic Brandon enjoys the great outdoors and to be with his kids. He can DAY 3: REYKJAVÍK BREIDAFJORDUR BAY often witness a bright rainbow over as bananas and papayas thanks to adventure. B DAY 4: also be seen at the gym, church, After breakfast, we enjoy more city Following breakfast, we travel to the falls. The Geysir Hot Springs the geothermally heated climate. Please note: The Northern Lights are a or playing board games -- he has sites of Reykjavík. Though one of the Stykkishólmur, a gateway city to area is packed with bubbling mud We stay in the Hveragerði area this natural phenomenon & sightings cannot hundreds of them. Brandon is married smallest capital cities in the world, it several islands in Breidafjordur Bay. pits and explosive geysers including evening and gaze upward for views be guaranteed. and has four children. In order from is brimming with adventures. We’ll We embark on a maritime escapade Strokkur, which spouts water 100 feet of the Aurora Borealis. B,L,D eldest to youngest, they are Cady, learn about the aurora borealis at the passing by hundreds of tiny islands. into the sky every few minutes. The Anna, Gavin, and Landon. Aurora Reykjavík Museum where the Experience Viking Sushi, where a highlight of our Golden Circle tour is DAY 6: REYKJANES SEACOAST northern lights are always on display. large selection of shellfish is pulled Thingvellir National Park, bursting & BLUE LAGOON Join Brandon and WSAZ viewers on We’ll view Parliament and enjoy straight from the pristine waters for with a storied history and incredible Rise and shine for a spectacular this wonderful vacation. panoramic views from the city’s tasting. View quaint fishing villages landscape. This UNESCO World coastal drive along Reykjanes Peninsula, best-known landmark, Hallgrímskirkja as we make our way through the bay. Heritage Site is also the world’s oldest a UNESCO Global Geopark. Here we LEISURELY ACTIVITY LEVEL church. Next we descend under Whale At Arnarstapi we can walk along the ongoing parliament, beginning with witness the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the only Refer to General Information for details Bay through an undersea tunnel to Bookshelves of God, made out of an annual assembly established by place in the world it is visible above Discover Northern Iceland Magnificent Beauty, Viking Legends & Soothing Waters Your Experience Includes Our unmatched Holiday Advantage includes ALL accommodations, admission to attractions, motorcoach transportation, baggage handling at hotels, professional Hellnar/ Tour Director, and local guides, plus airfare, fuel surcharges, Arnarstapi Stykkishólmur government fees, airport & departure taxes. 2 Reykholt A fully-refundable deposit of only $200 per person will Reykjavik 1 1 Gullfoss Falls Thingvellir reserve your space and prices are guaranteed upon 1 Grindavik/ National Park Blue Lagoon Hveragerði receipt of the deposit. Call us today at 888-554-5208. ICELAND Arnarstapi Motorcoach In Arnarstapi, walk along the “Bookshelves Flights of God.” These incredible rock formations Earn a $100 Holiday Vacations Travel Credit 1 2 3 # of Overnights are made of stacked columnar basalt. View our NEW online travel shows available at holidayvacations.com, keyword WSAZ. 12 Excellent Meals Featuring Attractions & Highlights Price Per Person • Breakfast at the Harpa Concert Hall • Perlan Observatory ALL AIRFARE INCLUDED! Double ..............$4999 per person • Holiday Vacations Welcome & • National Museum of Iceland Single ..................5799 per person Farewell Dinners in Reykjavík • Aurora Museum Triple subject to availability • Lunch at Efstidalur dairy farm • Reykjavík city tour • Akranes Museum Center A valid U.S. passport is required for B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner all U.S. citizens. Passport cards and • Deildartunguhver & Reykholt enhanced driver’s licenses are NOT • Hraunfosser, Land of Waterfalls acceptable. Deposit: $200 per person Breidafjordur Bay All Accommodations Featuring • Breidafjordur Bay cruise with Viking • 2 nights in Reykjavík Sushi tastings Guaranteed Price: Your price is Explore the picturesque nature reserve composed of guaranteed upon receipt of your deposit. • 2 nights in Reykholt • The Bookshelves of God at Arnarstapi a large shallow bay dotted with islands and encircled Final Payment: July 27, 2021 • Snæfelljsökull National Park by rocky cliffs. We’ll learn about the area’s many • 1 night in the Hveragerði area Full refund 96 days prior to departure geological features, legends, and taste “Viking • The Golden Circle of Natural Wonders featuring Gullfoss Sushi” with fresh shellfish from the bay. Departure Point Waterfall, Geysir Hot Springs, - Walmart, and Thingvellir National Park Barboursville 25 Nichols Dr. • Hveragerði, the Hot Springs Transportation provided to/from Port Capital of the World Columbus International Airport. • Reykjanes Peninsula Departure point subject to change. • Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa with included Comfort Package (beverage and silica mud mask) • Lake Kleifarvatn Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa The most famous hot spring in Iceland. Relax in a heated pool warmed by geothermal energy. Enjoy the unique skincare benefits of the naturally occurring minerals in this regional water. Insurance Tour Documents Insecticide Use On Aircraft Holiday Vacations recognizes the value and Tour packets will be mailed at least ten days Some countries require aircraft to be treated importance of travel insurance for our customers. before your tour departure date. 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