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Iceland Adventure with Northern Lights Tour Includes roundtrip air, accommodation, daily breakfast & Northern Lights tour

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Iceland Formed by volcanic rock and shaped over millions of years by Atlantic winds, the rugged beauty of Iceland is only matched by the warmth and friendliness of its locals. With the mesmerizing Northern Lights, famous Blue Lagoon, hot springs, active geysers and volcanos, visit Iceland for an experience that is out of this world.

One of the smaller capitals in Europe, Reykjavik is easy to explore on foot. Start your tour in front of Parliament House in the west of the city, before making your way eastwards to the truly stunning HallgrĂ­mskirkja church, which rises majestically above the rest of the city with its rocket-shaped spire. Swing by the Saga Museum for a fascinating


glimpse into the country’s Viking history, or head to the Imagine Peace Tower, a work of art that projects a beam of light up into the atmosphere. From the harbor you can go on a whale-watching tour, before returning for a well-deserved dinner at one of the nearby restaurants that specialize in sumptuous Nordic cuisine.

The town of Hafnarfjörður is only a 15-minute drive from the capital and ideally located for visiting the famous Blue Lagoon. Famous for its wildly shaped Lava formations, the harbor town has plenty of activities on offer, from swimming in geothermal pools to exploring the galleries and museums.


Hotel Cabin A relaxed establishment, the Hotel Cabin is located in Reykjavik, just a short distance from the Harpa concert hall and the Sun Voyager Viking sculpture, both found along the scenic harbor. Rooms here follow a simple and clean Nordic style, all offering Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs for your ultimate convenience. Reception at the hotel is open 24 hours allowing guests to access sightseeing information and book excursions, car rentals and more. Enjoy a continental buffet served here every morning in the bright and airy restaurant. Outside of breakfast, the restaurant has a fully stocked salad bar available for guests from between 11:30-21:00. The hotel bar has a great selection of beers and wines, plus a large lounge area, making it a great place to socialize with friends. There is a happy hour here from 16:00-18:00.


Stay in a Standard Room The Standard Rooms at the Hotel Cabin feature basic amenities including TV, free Wi-Fi, telephone and private bathroom. Guests are also able to borrow a hairdryer, and tea and coffee making facilities from reception for a refundable deposit. These accommodations are approximately 10 square meters, and feature twin beds.


Northern Lights Mystery TOUR What’s included Bus fare Guided tour Pick-up from the hotel is up to 30 minutes before departure

What causes the Northern Lights? The Northern Lights are the result of collisions between gaseous particles in the Earth’s atmosphere with charged particles released from the sun’s atmosphere. Variations in colour are due to the type of gas particles that are colliding. The most common auroral colour, a pale yellowish-green, is produced by oxygen molecules located about 60 miles above the earth. Rare, all-red auroras are produced by high-altitude oxygen, at heights of up to 200 miles. Nitrogen produces blue or purplish-red aurora.

When is the best time to watch the Northern Lights? Guaranteed darkness is the first important factor. The best season to see the northern lights in Iceland is from September to mid-April - these are the months where there are full dark nights. It is also not unheard of to see the lights as early as mid-August, once the final traces of the midnight sun summer are gone.

Please note: The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and rely on weather conditions, whilst every effort will be made, we are unable to guarantee sightings


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The Golden Circle CLASSIC TOUR From $79per person This popular excursion introduces you to some of the best known historical sites and natural phenomena in Iceland. Start by visiting Nesjavellir, a high temperature geothermal area in the scenic landscape of Lake Þingvallavatn. The tour takes you to the Þingvellir National Park, where the Icelandic parliament Alþingi was founded in the year 930 AD. Þingvellir is geologically remarkable and the tectonic plate boundaries form breathtaking scenery. The beautiful Gullfoss waterfall is next, where you will walk so close to the edge that you’ll feel the mists of the glacial water on your face. Stop for lunch at the Gullfoss Café or at the information center at the geothermal area around Geysir. From there, journey towards the geothermal area around the incredible spouting hot springs of Geysir and Strokkur. Next we visit Skalholt Church, the ancient seat of the Icelandic bishops, before travelling towards Hveragerði, a small and charming horticultural village. Please note: Due to weather and road conditions, we cannot guarantee visits to Nesjavellir in the winter season Approximate duration: 8 hours Transfers are only included for select Reykjavik hotels. Please check with your sales agent


The Golden Circle & Fontana Geothermal Baths TOUR From $119per person This amazing day tour takes you around the Golden Circle to see three of Iceland’s highlights: - Gullfoss waterfall and the Geysir geothermal area - Fontana’s natural steam baths - Þingvellir national park The original sauna at Fontana was built in the 1920s and was little more than a shack with two compartments, built above the hot spring that bubbles and gurgles below the ground. Today, a modern complex welcomes you to relax with various hot tubs and steam baths naturally heated by Icelandic hot springs. Included: - Bus fare - Guided tour - Admission to the Fontana Wellness Center - Pick-up is 45 minutes before departure Please note: Tour duration 10.30 – 19.00 Transfers are only included for select Reykjavik hotels. Please check with your sales agent


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The Game of Thrones TOUR From $119per person This Game of Thrones tour will take you to locations in the south of Iceland where many scenes of the fabulous Game of Thrones TV series were shot. Cover the gorge of Thingvellir, the stomping ground of the White Walkers and the trail of the Wildlings coming from “North of the Wall”. You will experience the dramatic atmosphere provided by the magnificent nature of Thingvellir and get to know the symbolic significance of that location in context with the storyline. You will also visit Thjorsárdalur and the “Settlement Era Viking lodge”, the site of one of the greatest massacres of the series so far, where a hamlet of peaceful farmers were destroyed in the third episode of the fourth season. En route, you’ll also recall some of the scenery from “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty” and other movies recently made in Iceland. Please note: The tour is scheduled for eight hours Some excursions may be subject to weather conditions. Transfers are only included for select Reykjavik hotels. Please check with your sales agent


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South Coast & Waterfalls From $99per person On this tour you will journey through south Iceland to see many of Iceland‘s most aweinspiring destinations, including the iconic Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, Dyrhólaey promontory and Reynisfjara volcanic beach to name but a few. Traveling across the lush farmlands that

cut between the coast, mountain ranges and glaciers of the interior highlands you‘ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views, visit the main natural attractions and get to know the fascinating history of the region.


Highlights: - Strikingly contrasted landscape of south Iceland - Views of glaciers and volcanoes - Getting up close to the iconic Skรณgafoss waterfall - Exploring Reynisfjara volcanic pebble beach - The towering rock stacks of Reynisdrangar - Walking behind the picturesque Seljalandsfoss waterfall Please note: Transfers are only included for select Reykjavik hotels. Please check with your sales agent


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Into The Glacier From $249 per person Depart from Reykjavik, enjoy the scenery along the way and explore around, on and within, the giant glacier. Experience the awesome ice cap glacial environment and ride in a monster 8-wheel-drive glacier truck. Whilst there are a few man-made ice tunnels and ice caves in various places around the world, there is nothing quite like ‘Into the Glacier’. See the beautiful blue ice at the heart of an Ice Cap Glacier; it’s not exactly a Jules Verne journey to the center of the earth, but it is an exciting and magical expedition, deep into the glacier. Included: Hotel pickup and guided bus tour in Reykjavik, Deildartunguhver (hot geothermal spring), Hraunfossar (spectacular waterfall), Husafell (lunch stop), Langjökull (ice cap glacier), Reykjavik. 8 Wheel Drive, Monster Glacier Truck tour to “Inside the Glacier” on Langjokull glacier, entrance to the ice cave Please note: Departure: 8.30 (pick up from hotel approx. 45mins prior) Duration: 10 hours Bring with you: Warm clothes, including a waterproof / warm coat and suitable footwear (even in summer), sunglasses English speaking driver / guide / audio guidance Transfers are only included for select Reykjavik hotels. Please check with your sales agent


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Secret Lagoon & Northern Lights Hunt From $159per person Secret Lagoon natural hot springs are located in the small village called Fludir, in the Golden Circle area. Surrounded by stunning nature, the pool’s steam rises dramatically into the air. The warm water stays at 38-40 Celsius all year. There are several geothermal spots in the area, including a little Geysir, which erupts every 5 minutes, showing off for the guests relaxing in the hot spring. During winter, the northern lights often give a great light show above the Secret Lagoon. What better way to view the spectacular light show overhead than relaxing in the pool’s warm water? There are also new facilities next to the hot spring with showers, a bar and an eating area. Please note: Food is not served daily, but snacks and drinks are available for purchase Available between September 2017 – April 2018 Depart: 18:00, arrival at the Secret Lagoon at 19:30, dinner with local style buffet at 21:00 After dinner guests will embark on the Northern lights Mystery tour Transfers are only included for select Reykjavik hotels. Please check with your sales agent



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Whale Watching TOUR From $109 per person Observe whales in their native environment with this unforgettable experience. You will sail on Faxaflói bay, home to a unique variety of minke whales, the humpback, harbor porpoise and the white-beaked dolphins, which are all common sights on this tour. The local bird life is also diverse, including birds such as the puffin, arctic tern, gannet and many varieties of gull. After the tour you can explore the Whale Exhibition Centre, situated in an old capelinfishing vessel “Fífill”, which has been transformed into an exhibition and information center on whales and seabirds. Entry is freeof-charge for whale watching passengers. Winter whale watching is scheduled daily from 1 October to 31 March at 13:00. The most common whales in the winter are dolphins, humpback whales and killer whales. For your comfort and warmth, there are special suits on board but warm clothes are advisable. Hot drinks and light refreshments are also offered in the onboard café. Alternatively, you can sit inside the boat in the warmth, and enjoy the view from large windows. There are excellent, qualified guides on all tours, to describe what you can see and where to look, together with an introduction

and safety guide. Learn about the seabirds and nature in the Faxafloi bay. No two whale watching trips are the same and sea conditions, weather and seasons may influence the wildlife seen. Boats rarely have to go further than 15 nautical miles from the harbor to spot whales. Please note: A return transfer is not included in the tour price. Local buses, taxis and a shuttle service are available at an extra charge Transfers are only included for select Reykjavik hotels. Please check with your sales agent Some excursions may be subject to weather conditions Tours operate 1 October to 31 March Sea conditions and season will affect the visibility of whales


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Sightseeing Tour REYKJAVIK From $49per person TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Hallgrmskirkja church - A gothic masterpiece Perlan dome - 360 degree view of Reykjavik area Reykjavik’s Old town centre Höfði house - The location of “Reykjavik Summit” Laugardalur recreation area - Presidential residence at Bessastaðir Hafnarfjörður suburb - Town of Elves and hidden people This Reykjavik sightseeing tour includes Reykjavik’s top attractions, interesting facts and stories that relate to the history and culture in Iceland. The tour travels the greater Reykjavik area including surrounding municipalities, which provides an excellent opportunity to discover various things to see or do in Reykjavik during your stay in Iceland. On this tour you will visit Perlan glass dome where a 360 viewing platform provides the best spot for viewing the city from above. After enjoying the spectacular view over Reykjavik city and its surroundings, the tour proceeds to Reykjavik’s seafront and the old Höfði house where the all-important summit between former U.S. President Ronald Reagan and former U.S.S.R. Secretary General Mikhail Gorbachev took place in 1986. Next stop is Hallgrmskirkja church, the

design of which was inspired by basalt lava columns, a common volcanic rock formation in Icelandic nature. From here the tour explores Reykjavik city centre, including the Parliament building by Sturvöllur. Please note: Duration: 2,5 hours Departures: Daily at 09:00 Included: Bus and guidance Transfers are only included for select Reykjavik hotels. Please check with your sales agent


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BREWERY TOUR Taste the Saga From $89per person Visit the brewery and experience the Icelandic spirit in this entertaining tour at Ölgerðin, the new and stylish brewery headquarters in Reykjavk.

What You Can Expect Enjoy an introduction to the Icelandic mead, similar to that brewed by the Vikings all those years ago. Taste a beer substitute, the drink chosen by Icelanders during the prohibition years, and knock back a shot of Brennivn, produced in the local distillery, among other extraordinary Icelandic beverages. Try the Gull beer, Malt & Appelsn, or the many different kinds of spirits available, in this 60-minute tour. If you haven’t experienced Icelandic alcoholic beverages before you are in for a treat! Please note: The legal drinking age in Iceland is 20 years, those who have not reached the legal age will not be served alcohol Transfers are only included for select Reykjavik hotels. Please check with your sales agent.


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