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Dear Guests! We proudly present our wide range of shore excursions. A cruise’s big- Please contact us for binding reservation by email, fax, post or gest advantage is the possibility of visiting many different fascinating online: Shore-excursion-form. The payment of the shore excur- places with a floating hotel. Look forward to unforgettable impressions sions will be on board only in USD. of cultures, histories and sceneries. Choose between e.g. interesting coach tours and active hikes! Please note that only 1 shore excursion per port of call is bookable in advance – EXCEPTION: Isafjordur, Akureyri and . You can find the descriptions and information of the planned shore If excursions are combinable it will be mentioned in the excursion excursions below. You have the opportunity to reserve a spot for your ­description. If an excursion will not be offered on a specific cruise it excursion prior the cruise (depending on availability). Of course it is will also be mentioned in the excursion description. possible to add excursions to your booking on board (depending on availability). Enjoy your trip! Your ProCruises-Team

BEST OF ICELAND Discover the Land of Fire and Ice 20OD14: 09 Sep – 16 Sep 2020 20OD15: 16 Sep – 23 Sep 2020

General Information Shore Excursions Quality of the bus Changes/Cancellations through Iceland ProCruises GmbH The busses in Iceland have a good technical standard. Anyhow it has to be pointed out Due to weather and sea conditions, number of participants or cancellation by local that the busses are operated on extreme driving and weather conditions. Especially ­service providers, Iceland ProCruises has the right to change the prices, duration and when crossing the highlands the vehicles are heavily loaded and this can be seen at the content of the excursions or even cancel them. Please note that the order of sights outward appearance. may vary from the description due to high traffic volumes or other organizational Dust development in the busses while driving gravel tracks can’t be avoided. Toilets are ­reasons. not available on the busses but enough stops are scheduled at each tour. You can leave your backpacks or non needed clothes on the bus-it will be locked at any stop. Min/Max Shows the minimum and maximum number of participants for an excursion. If mini- Guides mum numbers are not reached we may cancel the excursion on short notice. All shore excursions organized by us take place in English. Every now and then, howev- er, it can happen that a bilingual excursion (in German & English language) takes place. Difficulty level and requirements All our guides are experienced, communicate a lot about country and people and are in no requirements; solid closed boots; easy walking on paved paths constant contact with our service office in Reykjavik. sure-footedness; hiking boots; moderate walking on partly unpaved Itinerary paths Strong winds, snow or even rain can affect the route of our excursions. The course of the good sure-footedness; hiking boots; good condition needed; hike on tour and the planned stops are followed as far as possible due to weather and road uneven terrain; maybe with a little climb conditions. Sometimes it can even happen that parts of a street or entire streets are blocked. We must reserve the right to make changes. very good sure-footedness; good hiking boots; very good condition needed; challenging hike over varying terrains expert knowledge and experience for years as well as familiarity with very difficult and challenging hikes needed

STYKKISHOLMUR ST2 | BUS EXCURSION AROUND THE SNAEFELLSNES ST1 | BOAT TOUR & SEA FOOD TASTING PENINSULA Tour Highlights: Fascinating bird life, breathtaking scenery and sea food tasting Tour Highlights: An introduction to the history and , diverse Difficulty level: landscapes and a visit to the shark museum For all guests suitable; short 10 minute walk to the pier Difficulty level: This tour involves walking (approx. 45 min) on a rugged Remarks: Warm and weatherproof jacket and sunglasses; terrain but it is also possible to stay on the bus excursion boat with indoor and outdoor seats Remarks: Clothes according to local weather; Duration: Approx. 2.5 hours lunch boxes from OCEAN DIAMOND Min/Max: -/30 Duration: 5-6 hours Reservation code: ST1 Min/Max: 20/45 Price: USD 75.- Reservation code: ST2 Price: USD 125.- If you have never tasted a fresh scallop straight from the sea you‘ll get the chance to do so on this tour. Experience the traditional Icelandic trapping method of e.g. mussels, Due to its diversity of landscapes and places of national interests, Snaefellsnes Peninsula is scallops, shrimps or sea stars and afterwards enjoy a delicious tasting of this “Viking-style­ often called “Iceland in miniature”. This excursion includes a drive through beautiful sushi”. Look forward­ to cruising past picturesque and fairytale-like landscapes in the sceneries, lava fields, black lava beaches and impressive glaciers. You will have a stunning Breidafjordur Bay as well as a huge variety of birds (mid April to mid August) and terrific view on the Snaefellsjokull Glacier, the dramatic rock formations of Snaefellsnes as well as basaltic rock formations. With a bit of luck you can spot a majestic white-tailed eagle. the Londrangar rock pinnacles, which are remnants of a large volcanic crater. In the ­summer months (mid April to mid August) a huge variety of birds can be seen. En route you also visit the small fishing village of Arnarstapi and the shark museum in Bjarnarhofn.

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ST4 | BERSERKJAHRAUN HIKE I3 | BUS TOUR – DYNJANDI WATERFALL Tour Highlights: Walk across the lava and listen to ghosts and berserker stories Tour Highlights: Tour through harsh landscapes to the magnificent Dynjandi Difficulty level: Approx. 2.5-3 hours walking on uneven paths and lava waterfall fields Difficulty level: 20 minutes moderate walking on uneven ground to the Remarks: Clothes according to local weather; please bring a bottle of water waterfall; the waterfall can also be seen very clearly from the with you; bus transfer (ca. 30 minutes per way) included parking lot Duration: 3-4 hours Remarks: Clothes according to local weather; lunch included Min/Max: 15/40 Duration: 5-6 hours Reservation Code: ST4 Min/Max: 20/45 Price: USD 60.- Reservation code: I3 Price: USD 130.- The impressive and beautiful Berserkjahraun, or the Berserk Lava Field, is a 4,000-year- old lava field situated on the Snaefellsnes peninsula. The lava field was created after Discover the beauty of Iceland’s mystic Westfjords which is even for Iceland a very four scoria craters erupted in short intervals. The name Berserkjahraun comes from one sparsely populated area. Experience breathtaking rough nature, high summits and of the Icelandic Sagas, Eyrbyggja-Saga. So be prepared to hear interesting but also scary beautiful deep fjords. You will visit a typical Icelandic fishing village along the way stories about berserkers, ghosts and cruel people while walking through the beautiful where you will also have lunch. Another highlight of this tour is the magnificent lava scenery. ­Dynjandi waterfall, the highest and most impressive waterfall in the Westfjord region. It consists of six different waterfalls that flow fan-shaped together and its impressive height of 328 feet and width of 196 feet make it a spectacular natural beauty. ISAFJORDUR I1 | CULINARY HIGHLIGHTS OF ISAFJORDUR (This excursion is combinable with I2) AKUREYRI Tour Highlights: Highlights of Isafjordur incl. a presentation from our local fish A1 | BUS TOUR – MYVATN MAJOR monger with several fish tasting and a visit to the local brewery (This excursion is combinable with A4) including beer tasting Tour Highlights: The Lake Myvatn, Godafoss Waterfall, Dimmuborgir, Myvatn Nature Difficulty level: Approx. 1.5 to 2 hours walking Baths Remarks: Clothes according to local weather Difficulty level: Easy walking, longest walking time 20 min Duration: 3-3.5 hours Remarks: Clothes according to local weather; bring a bathing suit and a Min/Max: 8/20 towel (provided by ship); entrance fee to Nature Baths included; Reservation code: I1 lockers at Nature Baths available; Lunch included Price: USD 75.- Duration: 7-8 hours Min/Max: 20/45 On this walking tour through Isafjordur you will learn more about culture, traditions, Reservation code: A1 the life and history of the town by getting culinary experiences of the Westfjords. You Price: USD 180.- will walk through the picturesque center of Isafjordur. On the way you will stop at our local fish monger Kari who will introduce you to the local fishing industry and let you Enjoy one of the most beautiful areas of Northern Iceland. The local unique landscape taste ­different kind of fish specialities. A guided tour of the Westfjords first and only would be fascinating on its own. However, in the area around Lake Myvatn there are brewery, that brews high class craft beer is another highlight of this tour. Here, you will also countless bird species (mid April to mid August). You will also stop at the impressive not only get to taste a handful of exclusive brewed flavors with specialty branded beers black lava formations of Dimmuborgir­ and visit the spectacular Godafoss­ waterfall but will also learn more about the local micro brewery. ­(waterfall of the gods). In the end, a soothing bath awaits you at Myvatn Nature Baths. The thermal bath offers you a unique composition of minerals, silicates and geothermal I2 | IT`S A VIKING THING micro­organisms. The warm, soothing water is a treat for body and mind and leaves a (This excursion is combinable with I1) lasting effect after this visit. Look forward to an amazing journey through an area of Tour Highlights: Interactive, fun Viking experience; history & culture of the Vikings extreme contrasts. Difficulty level: Short walking tour Remarks: Clothes according to local weather A2 | BUS TOUR – ICELANDIC NATURE AND CULTURE (This excursion is combinable with A4) Duration: 3-3.5 hours Min/Max: 8/36 Tour Highlights: Godafoss Waterfall, Eyjafjord, Icelandic culture and history Reservation code: I2 Difficulty level: Easy walking, longest walking time 20 min Price: USD 130.- Remarks: Clothes according to local weather; entrance to the farm Laufas included Take a journey to another place in time. Learn about traditions of the Vikings that still Duration: Approx. 4 hours echo in the lives of the locals. The tour starts with a drive to the village of Thingeyri, Min/Max: 20/45 often called the Viking Village. There you go on a short, guided walking tour from the Reservation code: A2 recreated Viking area through the ruins of the old “Viking Thing”, parliament of the Vi- king period, and into the Viking Centre. Here you get the opportunity to become a Viking Price: USD 85.- yourself by dressing up in authentic handmade Viking clothing, bake Viking bread on an open fire, try out replicas of their weapons and cheer with a Viking beer. This half-day excursion combines scenic highlights as the Eyjafjord, the mountain pass Vikurskard and one of the spectacular waterfalls in Iceland, the Godafoss, with extensive Icelandic history and culture. The well-preserved farm Laufas from 1850 is nowadays a museum and gives impressions of the living conditions during former times. This farm was built of strips of sod and turf and was home to the local priest and his attendants. It was one of the richest farms in the area.

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A3 | KAYAK TOUR HUSAVIK (This excursion is combinable with A4) HU1 | WHALE WATCHING ON RIB BOATS Tour Highlights: Impressive nature seen from the kayak Tour Highlights: Whale watching on RIB boats (Rigid Inflatable Boat) Difficulty level: Short stretches of walking involved; generally good Difficulty level: Short 10-minute walk to the pier physical condition necessary Remarks: Warm safety overalls included; gloves, scarf and hat recommended; Remarks: Warm clothes, sunglasses and gloves needed; please bring a bottle not allowed for pregnant women and passengers with heart, knee of water with you; life vest and rain trousers/jackets provided; or back problems bring a bathing suit and a towel (provided by ship); transfer Duration: 1.5-2 hours included (approx. 20 min per way); sit-on-top double kayaks Min/Max: 6/48 Duration: Approx. 4 hours Reservation code: HU1 Min/Max: 2/10 Price: USD 180.- Reservation code: A3 Price: USD 110.- Husavik is the whale watching capital of Iceland where you can see the gentle giants at close range. On this tour you will pass the puffin island Lundey where you can experi- Look forward to an approx. 1.5 hours kayak tour that will show you the huge variety of ence thousands of puffins during the nesting period (mid April to mid August). The birds (mid April to mid August) and the beautiful mountain backdrop from a fascinating speedboats are not only adventurous and fun but also more agile and maneuverable different angle. This tour is both suitable for beginners and veterans. Enjoy the silence giving you the ­opportunity to look for whales. So look forward to an unforgettable and the beautiful views while you slide through the impressive fjord landscape. If you whale watching tour! are lucky you might even spot whales! After a fascinating kayak tour you get time to relax in the geothermal hot pot at the beach in Hjalteyri with beautiful views of the fjord HU2 | HIKE TO THE LAKE BOTNSVATN and the mountains or you can stroll around the old fishing village before you head back to Akureyri. Tour Highlights: Panoramic views and stunning nature Difficulty level: Approx. 6 miles long hike on uneven ground A4 | FLIGHT ABOVE THE HIGHLIGHTS OF NORTHERN Remarks: Clothes according to local weather; please bring a bottle of water ICELAND with you (This excursion is combinable with all excursions in Akureyri) Duration: 3.5-4 hours Tour Highlights: Godafoss Waterfall, Dettifoss Waterfall, Lake Myvatn and much Min/Max: 10/40 more Reservation code: HU2 Difficulty level: short walking distance to the plane Price: USD 45.- Remarks: Window seats only; transfer included Duration: Approx. 2 hours Deep-set beneath the colourful slopes of Husavik Mountain, a fair distance from ­civilisation, Lake Botnsvatn is a particularly serene and peaceful location to visit. It is Min/Max: 5/7 surrounded by mountains from three sides. Along the way you will follow a small river Reservation code: A4 and will be surrounded by pure beauty and silence. Up at the lake you might be lucky Price: USD 395.- to hear the eerie calls of the Northern Diver (mid April to mid August), or simply just sit down for awhile and relax while soaking in the views as the waters lap at the shore. There are many great ways to experience Iceland, but none is more unique than explor- ing Iceland by air. This is a unique opportunity to experience Northern Iceland from a HU3 | BUS TOUR – DIAMOND CIRCLE completely different perspective. Fly through the landscape of The Game of Thrones, Oblivion and Prometheus, filmed in this dramatic landscape. Circle the waterfall of the Tour Highlights: Europe‘s most powerful waterfall Dettifoss and Vesturdalur gods, Godafoss, and be impressed by Dettifoss, the most powerful waterfall in Europe. Difficulty level: Moderate walking for 30 to 60 min on partially uneven You will be amazed by the 1.5 hours long flight above the highlights of Northern Ice- ground land. This tour is an unforgettable experience. Remarks: Clothes according to local weather Duration: 5-6 hours Min/Max: 20/45 Reservation code: HU3 Price: USD 130.-

A number of Iceland’s highlights are included in this excursion – travel alongside the Jokulsargljufur Glacial canyon to Vesturdalur valley and to Hljodaklettar, the echoing cliffs. They are world known for their basalt columns that characterize the ancient lava flow. You also stop at the Dettifoss Waterfall, Europe‘s most powerful waterfall, which is unique and where a mass of water, mud and sand rumbles into Iceland’s most impressive canyon.

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DJUPIVOGUR VESTMANNAEYJAR D1 | BUS TOUR – GLACIER LAGOON/JOKULSARLON V1 | BUS TOUR – POMPEII OF THE NORTH – LAVA TOUR Tour Highlights: Amphibian boat tour on the Glacier Lagoon, dramatic landscapes (This excursion is combinable with V2) Difficulty level: Easy walking Tour Highlights: A geologically and historically interesting bus tour, visit of the Remarks: Clothes according to local weather; gloves, hat and scarf are Volcano Museum Eldheimar recommended; approx. 2.5 hours bus tour per way with photo Difficulty level: Easy walking and toilet stops; lunch included Remarks: Clothes according to local weather; entrance to the Volcano Duration: 7-8 hours Museum and transfer to the ship included Min/Max: 20/45 Duration: Approx. 3 hours Reservation code: D1 Min/Max: 10/45 Price: USD 195.- Reservation code: V1 This tour takes you to the magnificent Glacier Lagoon Jokulsarlon. Huge blocks of ice Price: USD 110.- constantly break off the glacier Breidamerkurjokull and large icebergs float on the This guided bus tour around Island includes the volcanic crater and houses ­lagoon. The lagoon is not very wide but it is up to 750 feet deep which makes it the half-buried from the volcanic eruption of 1973. It‘s a unique and fascinating landscape deepest lake in Iceland. Sail among the huge icebergs in the picturesque scenery of with diverse birdlife (mid April to mid August). The tour ends at the volcanic center, a Jokulsarlon with a specially equipped boat for approximately 35 minutes. unique museum that tells the story of the Heimaey volcanic eruption 1973, the emergence of Island 1963 and the geology of the Westman Islands. D3 | ADVENTUROUS SUPER JEEP TOUR Tour Highlights: 4x4 Super Jeep tour, mountains and canyons V2 | THRILLING QUAD (ATV) EXPERIENCE Difficulty level: Short easy walking distances (This excursion is combinable with all excursions in ­Vestmannaeyjar) Remarks: Clothes according to local weather; not suitable for passengers with back problems; lunch boxes from OCEAN DIAMOND Tour Highlights: 4x4 Quad (ATV) tour in the lava fields; driving a Quad (ATV) yourself Duration: 5-6 hours Difficulty level: Approx. 15 min walk to the starting point; the Quad (ATV) Min/Max: 4/36 tour requires generally good physical condition Reservation code: D3 Remarks: Safety helmet, waterproof jacket/trousers, fleece sweater, gloves Price: USD 290.- and listening gadget will be provided; driver’s license for the driver of the Quad (ATV) necessary Enjoy a Super Jeep drive to the hidden gems of nature that can be discovered in the Duration: Approx. 1.5 hours National Park Vatnajokull. On the Jeep tour you will not only cross glacier rivers but drive Min/Max: 2/7 or 2/14 through spectacular mountain scenery too. And you can expect narrow and steep ­canyons, fierce waterfalls and dramatic mountain formations. Reservation code: V2 Price: USD 145.- (single use, 1 person per Quad (ATV)) USD 110.- (double use, 2 persons per Quad (ATV))

On this one hour guided Quad (ATV) tour you will ride through stunning lava fields while experiencing the real offroad feeling. While driving around you get great views over the island and the surrounding areas. And if you are lucky you might even get a glimpse of the world famous volcano Eyjafjallajokull on the other side on the mainland. This is a unique and adventurous opportunity to experience Westman ­Islands! Don´t miss out on the fun!

V3 | VOLCANO HIKE Tour Highlights: Climbing a volcano, visit of the Volcano Museum Eldheimar Difficulty level: Approx. 3.3 miles and 2 hours hike on uneven ground, partly uphill Remarks: Clothes according to local weather; please bring a bottle of water with you; entrance to the Volcano Museum included Duration: Approx. 3 hours Min/Max: 10/40 Reservation code: V3 Price: USD 45.-

Various catastrophes have befallen the island of Heimaey and its inhabitants throughout history. Probably the most tragic incident to take place on the island is the volcanic eruption in 1973. Learn more about the geology and volcanology of Iceland during this 2 hours hike upon a volcano. After reaching the top of the volcano you will not get to see lava flow but you can still feel the warmth of its activity. At the end of the hike, you will visit the unique volcano museum that tells the story of the Heimaey volcanic ­eruption in 1973, the emergence of Surtsey Island in 1963 and the geology of the Westman Islands.

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