Akureyri 2 Goðafoss Mývatn Snæfellsnes Peninsula 1 Eiríksstaðir Snæfellsnes Arnarstapi 1 Reykholt Gullfoss Reykjavík 2 1 Þingvellir

South Shore

MÝVATN NATURE BATHS Idyllic LEISURELY ON THE GO RED’S FARM which is also the birthplace of before enjoying a stroll along the riverbanks to the Iceland Leif the Lucky, said to have discovered America. BARNAFOSS waterfall, where the glacial cascade This afternoon, head into Skagafjörður, the has carved out rock formations. (B,D) renowned “Valley of Horses” and one of Iceland’s Today’s Distance: 238 mi/ 383 km most prosperous agricultural regions. Overnight 8 DAYS From Reykjavík to Reykjavík in Akureyri, the “Capital of North Iceland.” (B) Day 6, Fri. REYKHOLT–ÞINGVELLIR–GEYSIR– Today’s Distance: 241 mi/ 388 km GULLFOSS–REYKJAVÍK. Some of Iceland’s PRICED FROM $2,499US most spectacular sights are on the agenda today Day 4, Wed. AKUREYRI. EXCURSION TO as you visit ÞINGVELLIR NATIONAL PARK, a rift GOÐAFOSS & MÝVATN. First stop this morning valley and boundary between the North American TOUR AT A GLANCE is at GOÐAFOSS, the “Waterfall of the Gods.” and Eurasian continental plates. See geysers as Then, follow the shores of Mývatn Lake for vistas they erupt from the earth’s geothermal vents, TOUR HIGHLIGHTS of the splendid volcano, peaceful wetlands, and and, later, see the famed GULLFOSS waterfall SNÆFELLSNES PENINSULA Scenic drive, see abundant wildlife. Later, stop at Skútustaðir before heading back to Reykjavík. (B) Snaefellsjokull Volcano to see the intriguing volcanic pseudo-craters; Today’s Distance: 163 mi/ 263 km ARNSTAPI Walk around the harbour DIMMUBORGIR, the “Catacombs of Hell,” with EIRÍKSSTAÐIR Visit the homestead of Erik the Red its bubbling mud pools, volcanic caves lava Day 7, Sat. REYKJAVÍK. EXCURSION TO THE tubes and unusual rock formations; and the GOÐAFOSS Stop at the Waterfall of the Gods SOUTH SHORE. Explore the South Shore today, Krafla caldera with its ochre-coloured glow of and have your cameras ready for the awe-inspiring SKÚTUSTAÐIR See the volcanic pseudo-craters subterranean lava. Relax in the mineral-rich and SKÓGAFOSS waterfalls. DIMMUBORGIR Visit the bubbling mud pools waters at the MÝVATN NATURE BATHS before Then, visit the tiny settlement of Skógar to admire MÝVATN Take a dip in the thermal Nature Baths returning to Akureyri for another overnight. (B) turf farmhouses, a pioneer-era hydroelectric DEILDARTUNGUHVER See the geothermal Today’s Distance: 130 mi/ 210 km plant, and examples of many periods of Icelandic hot springs architectural history at the SKÓGAR FOLK Day 5, Thu. AKUREYRI–REYKHOLT. Today MUSEUM. On to Vik, the southernmost village in ÞINGVELLIR Visit the National Park features an introduction to the spectacular Iceland, to see its black-basalt beach, counted as GULLFOSS See the famed waterfall geothermal hot springs at DEILDARTUNGUHVER. one of the 10 most beautiful beaches on Earth in SOUTH SHORE Excursion including waterfalls, the SKÓGAFOSS Here, you’ll find clusters of emerald-green deer Islands Magazine. The cliffs here are home to a Skogar Folk Museum, Vik and Eyrarbakki ferns growing, a plant that grows nowhere else in large seabird population, including puffins. Finally, ■ Inside visits and special features are shown in the country. Next up is the tiny hamlet of Reykholt, marvel at the Sólheimajökull glacier before enjoying UPPERCASE in the tour description, including Day 1, Sun. ARRIVE IN REYKJAVÍK, of Arnarstapi and walk around the harbour area former home of medieval Icelandic poet, historian, a stop in the village of EYRARBAKKI. (B) admission charges where applicable ICELAND. Welcome to Iceland! If you arrive to enjoy the fresh sea air and watch the antics and politician Snorri Sturluson. Then, see the Today’s Distance: 71 mi/ 114 km early, leave your luggage at the hotel and of circling birds. Later, arrive at the dramatic fascinating series of waterfalls at PROFESSIONAL TOUR DIRECTOR go out exploring Reykjavik, as check in may black-pebble Djúpalónssandur beach, where Day 8, Sun. REYKJAVÍK. Your holiday ends VIK TRANSPORTATION: Touring by private, first-class, not be possible until the afternoon. Use your four lifting stones ranging from 50 to 340 with breakfast this morning. (B) air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi NORTHERN LIGHTS HUNT CosmosGo app for inspiration on what to see pounds were once used to qualify men for WINTER DEPARTURES HOTELS: Listed below or equivalent. Rooms with and to find your bearings. You will meet your work on fishing boats. Spend the night in the TOUR 6990 DATES & PRICES US$ private bath or shower, hotel and city taxes, required Tour Director in the evening. quaint Snaefellsnes area. (B,D) local taxes, plus any mandatory service and resort fees. Departure Land Departure Land Departure Land Today’s Distance: 96 mi/ 155 km Number Start Reykjavík End Reykjavík Only Number Start Reykjavík End Reykjavík Only Number Start Reykjavík End Reykjavík Only Hotels outside of Reykjavik may not always be of the Day 2, Mon. REYKJAVÍK–SNÆFELLSNES– 0216 Sun 16 Feb Sun 23 Feb 2499 0628 Sun 28 Jun Sun 05 Jul 2939 1011 Sun 11 Oct Sun 18 Oct 2659 usuallly expected standard. Porterage not provided. ARNARSTAPI–SNÆFELLSNES PENINSULA. Day 3, Tue. SNÆFELLSNES PENINSULA– 0315 Sun 15 Mar Sun 22 Mar 2499 0705 Sun 05 Jul Sun 12 Jul 2939 1108 Sun 08 Nov Sun 15 Nov 2539 REYKJAVÍK Fosshotel Baron (ST), SNÆFELLSNES Rich fertile farmland and rugged cliffs greet EIRÍKSSTAÐIR–AKUREYRI. Iceland’s natural 0426 Sun 26 Apr Sun 03 May 2649 0802 Sun 02 Aug Sun 09 Aug 2939 1215 Tue 15 Dec Tue 22 Dec 2499 PENINSULA Fosshotel Stykkisholmur (ST), AKUREYRI you on your morning drive along the beautiful beauty unfolds as you drive through green 0510 Sun 10 May Sun 17 May 2779 0823 Sun 23 Aug Sun 30 Aug 2939 2021 Icelandair Akureyri (ST), REYKHOLT Fosshotel Reykholt (ST) coastal road to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. 0517 Sun 17 May Sun 24 May 2779 0830 Sun 30 Aug Sun 06 Sep 2939 0214 Sun 14 Feb Sun 21 Feb 2619 pastures and meandering lava flows that have 0614 Sun 14 Jun Sun 21 Jun 2939 0913 Sun 13 Sep Sun 20 Sep 2849 0321 Sun 21 Mar Sun 28 Mar 2619 MEALS: See the SNÆFELLSJÖKULL VOLCANO, Buffet breakfasts (B) daily; 2 dinners (D) formed over the centuries. Via the colourful 0621 Sun 21 Jun Sun 28 Jun 2939 1004 Sun 04 Oct Sun 11 Oct 2659 which can be spotted from Reykjavík on clear CosmosGO Get our mobile app for trip information harbour town of Stykkishólmur, U.S. Marine Prices are per person, based on double room occupancy. days, as well as the glacier that covers its landing site in the novel Red Storm Rising, Single room supplement: $580-$990; guaranteed shares not available; no triple room reduction. MyACCOUNT: Visit our website for valuable summit. More than 4,700 feet (1446 metres) reach the valley, home to some Departures from October to April Extra nights before and after your tour may be available, please call or visit us online for details and prices. pre-trip information. in elevation, the mountain gained notoriety as of the country’s most famous geothermal include evening Northern Lights Hunt 2021 departures are subject to itinerary and price modification. Details will be available in September 2020. NOTE: On Day 2 and Day 5 (from October to April) setting for Jules Verne’s Journey to the Centre features. At Eiríksstaðir, immerse yourself in excursions on day 2 and day 5. we include evening Northern Lights excursions. of the Earth. Arrive in the small fishing village the sights, sounds, and scents of ERIK THE

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