TOURS & ACTIVITIES 2018-2019
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About Us We are Gray Line Iceland, a fully licensed travel agency with over 25 years of experience in operating tours around the country. Helping travellers discover new destinations is our true passion. That is why our company is staffed by some of the best and most experienced guides in Iceland. Because we believe that the journey is just as important as the destination, we make every effort to provide passengers with enjoyable, comfortable and informative travel experiences. This season, our tour selection is bigger and more ambitious than ever, and our itineraries are packed with thrilling adventures, exciting activities and unforgettable sightseeing tours. We look forward to welcoming travellers from all over the world and showing them the best that Iceland has to offer.
Your Iceland Tour Expert, The Gray Line Iceland team
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SHARING OUR PASSION FOR ICELAND Brimming with extraordinary landscapes and rich cultural heritage, Iceland is a dynamic country that offers an adventure at every turn, and our passion is to take visitors on a journey to discover it. With that in mind, we’ve crafted a variety of tours to suit a range of desires and interests. And our experienced guides bring these tours to life with their intimate knowledge of Iceland, its culture and history. DAY TOURS FROM REYKJAVÍK With over 55 tours covering more than 150 landmarks and destinations throughout the country, Gray Line Iceland offers a variety of ways to make the most of a vacation in Iceland. From relaxing in a natural hot spring to hiking in the highlands, sightseeing through the streets of Reykjavík to boating along the coast in search of whales, we have tours to suit every type of traveller. AIRPORT EXPRESS SHUTTLE With frequent scheduled departures between Keflavík International Airport (KEF) and Reykjavík City, Gray Line Iceland offers an economical and convenient shuttle service with free Wi-Fi. Sit back, relax and enjoy the first views of Iceland’s otherworldly landscape on the Airport Express. TOUR PACKAGES & GROUP ARRANGEMENTS With exceptionally knowledgeable guides and tour packages brimming with incredible adventures, we make every effort to provide visitors with comfortable and memorable travel experiences that suit a wide variety of needs. Whether it’s a ready-made tour package or a custom excursion for an individual or a group, large or small, we happily offer our expert services to make every vacation in Iceland a special one. COACH RENTAL We have coaches that seat anywhere from 9 to 70 passengers available for short or long-term rental, with free Wi-Fi. Our experienced and reliable drivers as well as our modern fleet are at your service for your travelling needs in Iceland. PRIVATE TOURS & TRANSFERS We offer a variety of private tours and transfers that cater to your customers’ needs.
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Easy Online Booking As a leading provider of sightseeing day tours, adventure activities and airport shuttle services for over 25 years, Gray Line Iceland proudly offers travel agents and affiliates direct online access to our tour inventory as well as the ability to earn commission on a broad range of travel products and services. Our online booking system ensures a smooth and simple process with easy access to information.
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Real-Time Rates We offer all partners the option to choose between two types of rates. Fixed rates are issued with two weeks notice and are available in ISK, USD, EUR and GBP. Our real-time rates are available through our booking system or through API connections where supported. Realtime rates are flexible and our best available prices. Contact us at partners@grayline.is for more information.
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Barcode Integration Gray Line Iceland can easily provide you with voucher barcodes or import voucher barcodes from your system to offer customers a speedier check-in experience and an even smoother journey. Contact us at IT@grayline.is for further information.
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Private Tours We offer both ready-made tour packages and private excurions customized for you and your group. Our expert services are at your disposalto make your vacation in Iceland a memorable one.
Custom Tours
With a captivating history, unique culture and extraordinary nature, a private tour of the Golden Circle is a classic tour that will leave you with lifelong memories. AH400
Golden Circle Private Tour
AH401
South Iceland, Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach Private Tour
AH402
Delicious West Coast Private Tour
AH403
Northern Lights Mystery Private Tour
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Walk along the black sand beach to explore the basalt columns, get up close to feel the mist of the majestic waterfalls and breathe in the fresh, icy air from the surrounding glaciers on a private tour down the picturesque southern coastline of Iceland.
Experience the flavours of Iceland on this exclusive tour of the Western countryside where you will enjoy some of Iceland’s finest local delicacies, catered by locals at a selection of food-focused farms. Sample rich and creamy goat cheese, refreshing craft beer and freshly cultivated organic produce.
The northern lights are mother nature’s most spectacular show and Iceland is one of the best places on earth to witness them. Embark on a trip away from the bright lights of Reykjavik and into the dark wilderness of the Icelandic countryside for a front-row seat with a northern lights tour expert.
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Modern Fleet of Coaches We pride ourselves in possessing the most modern fleet of coaches in Iceland. It c onsists of about 75 coaches and vehicles from leading brands in the industry like ÂMercedes Benz, Volvo and Scania, which are all known for their high standards in regards to safety, comfort and reliability. Our coaches feature reclining seats with seatbelts to ensure safety, air suspension for comfort, passenger reading lights, double glazed windows that minimise noise, fully air-conditioned cabins, individual passenger night lights, onboard TV & DVD entertainment, large storage spaces for luggage and, of course, free WiFi. Our coaches are maintained and regularly inspected by our dedicated in-house mechanics and safety technicians, who go above and beyond to ensure our fleet is running smoothly.
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Bestsellers
AH12
Golden Circle Classic
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AH33
Northern Lights Mystery
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AH35
South Coast & Jรถkulsรกrlรณn Glacier Lagoon
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AH43
Delicious Golden Circle Food Tour - By minibus
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South Iceland, Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach
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Game of Thrones
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Inside the Glacier
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SnĂŚfellsnes National Park & Cave Exploration
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Day Tour Index
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Private Tours 6 Bestsellers 8-9 Airport Express 12-13 Westman Islands 14-15 Hveravellir - Winter Adventure 16-17 Northern Lights Tours 18 Northern Lights Mystery 19 Secret Lagoon & Northern Lights Hunt 20 Northern Lights Deluxe 21 Golden Circle Tours 22 Golden Circle Classic 23 Golden Circle Express 23 Golden Circle Evening Tour 23 Delicious Golden Circle Food Tour - By minibus 24 Golden Circle & Fontana Geothermal Baths 25 Golden Circle & South Coast 26 Golden Circle Classic & Northern Lights 27 Meet Theo 28 Game of Thrones 29 South Iceland, Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach 30 South Iceland & Glacier Hike Adventure 31 South Iceland & ATV Adventure 32 South Iceland & Snowmobile Adventure 32 South Iceland & Zipline Adventure 33 South Iceland & Paragliding Adventure 33 Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon 34 South Coast & Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon 35 South Coast & Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon - Two-Day Tour 36 South Coast , Glacier Lagoon & Ice Cave - Two-Day Tour 37 South Coast , Glacier Lagoon & Glacier Hike - Two-Day Tour 37 Snæfellsnes National Park & Cave Exploration 38 Landmannalaugar Pearl of the Highlands - Hiking & Bathing Tour 39 Inside the Glacier 40 Lava Cave, Thermal Pool & Waterfalls 41 Ice Cave Exploration and Snowmobile Adventure 42 Golden Circle Super Jeep Tour 43 Reykjavík City Sightseeing & Golden Circle 44 Viking Horse Riding Tour & Golden Circle 44 Reykjavík City Sightseeing - By minibus 45 Whale Watching 46 Whale Watching & Golden Circle 46 Inside the Volcano 47 New Year’s Tours 48 Bonfire & Fireworks 49 Bonfire On New Year´s Eve 49 Fireworks On New Year´s Eve 49
AH400/401/402/403 AH100/101 & 200/201 AH92/93/94 AH170 AH33 AH139 AH133 AH12 AH11 AH13 AH43 AH76 AH14 AH137 AH45 AH37 AH34 AH41 AH40 AH42 AH39 AH35 AH350 AH355 AH356 AH38 AH32 AH67 AH66 AH65 AH140 AH23 AH27 AH10 AH75 AH74 AH131 AH51 AH52 AH53
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Languages WE ARE PROUD TO OFFER A VARIETY OF LANGUAGES ON OUR TOURS WITH LIVE GUIDANCE. BELOW IS AN OVERVIEW OF TOURS AVAILABLE FROM 1 SEPTEMBER 2018: AH12 GOLDEN CIRCLE CLASSIC in French, German, Scandinavian, Spanish, Mandarin and Japanese AH35 SOUTH COAST & JÖKUSÁRLÓN GLACIER LAGOON in French, German and Mandarin AH10 REYKJAVIK CITY SIGHTSEEING BY MINIBUS in French, German and Scandinavian AH38 SNÆFELLSNES NATIONAL PARK in German and Mandarin AH33 NORTHERN LIGHTS MYSTERY in Spanish, Mandarin and Japanese
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Airport Express I AH100/101 & 200/201 Multiple departures available each day, seven days a week, every day of the year to and from Keflavík International Airport (KEF) with free WiFi on board. Sit back, relax and enjoy the views of Iceland's lunar landscape.
Reykjavík
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• Pick-up and drop-off service for all major hotels, guesthouses and specially marked bus stops in Reykjavík • Transfer duration approx. 45 minutes
Book now at airportexpress.is
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Schedule VALID FROM 28 OCT 2018 TO 30 MARCH 2019 REYKJAVÍK TO KEFLAVÍK
KEFLAVÍK TO REYKJAVÍK
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Westman Islands
NEW Reykjavík to Westman Islands Transfer I AH92/93/94 Sitting on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge and formed by volcanic eruptions over the past 12,000 years, the 15 islands that make up the Westman Islands archipelago, or Vestmannaeyjar in Icelandic, are quite young, in geological terms. With jagged sea cliffs, volcanic craters and world-class restaurants, the main island of Heimaey is a unique place to visit with a variety of activities to choose from.
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Pick up: 07:00 Departure: 07:30 Duration: 11 hours Included: Bus fare & ferry fare.
The journey begins once embarked on a comfortable Gray Line coach, and you depart from Reykjavík heading down the southern coastline of Iceland. Once arrived at the Landeyjahöfn harbour, you will board the Herjólfur ferry, and the 45-minute voyage across the sea to the island of Heimaey begins. Once on the island, there are many ways to make the most out of your day. Here’s how: Eldheimar Volcano Museum The volcano museum provides a glimpse into the lives of the island inhabitants that fled their homes in the early hours of January 23rd 1973 when Eldfell erupted as well as a recently excavated house that had been buried under the volcano’s lava.
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Gott Restaurant A delightfully delicious family-run restaurant in the heart of the Westman Islands is the ideal place to stop for lunch or a snack. Using fresh and mostly local ingredients, the restaurant offers healthy comfort food made from scratch at affordable prices.
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Heimaey Circle Boat Tour I AH96 15 May-15 Sept 2019 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
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Departure: 11:00 Duration: 1.5 hours
Departing from the historic harbour, the boat tour takes you to some of the unique islands that make up the Westman Islands to see magnificently colourful ocean caves, bird cliffs along the lava coastline as well as the incredible Elephant Rock. Seabirds and whales are a common sighting.
Included: Boat tour, guidance in English Please note that all trips are dependent on weather conditions and wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
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Natural History Bus Tour I AH95 15 May-15 Sept 2019 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
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Departure: 13:45 Duration: 2 hours
On the tour, you will explore the unique landscape made up of volcanoes, lava, and windswept cliffs, learn about the volcanic eruptions that formed this small island, see the ruins of the first settler, stand in the windiest place in Europe and explore the small town of Vestmannayjabær.
Included: Bus fare, guidance in English. Please note that all trips are dependent on weather conditions and wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
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Hvera vellir
NEW Hveravellir Hveravellir nature reserve may be one of Iceland’s bestkept secrets with the naturally heated pool, the surrounding picturesque valley and on-site restaurant featuring local Icelandic fare, to enjoy at your leisure. Nestled between glaciers Langjökull and Hofsjökull, Hveravellir is known as the Oasis of the Highlands and is one of the last remaining untouched wilderness areas in Europe. As a geothermal hotspot, the area is dotted with bubbling water holes and smoking fumaroles. With several hiking trails through the geothermal area leading to an 8,000-year-old lava field and a cave that was home to the infamous outlaw Fjalla-Eyvindur in the 1700’s, there is no shortage of interesting landmarks to explore on foot during this multi-day tour. Your Winter Adventure to the highlands begins when you embark on the Gray Line Super Jeep in Reykjavík. Modified for Iceland’s off-road tracks and rugged terrain, a Super Jeep is the most thrilling way to journey across the land of fire and ice.
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Hveravellir – Winter Adventure I AH170 Driving through the Golden Circle first, we stop at the historical Thingvellir National Park, the explosive Geysir geothermal area, and the majestic Gullfoss waterfall—some of Iceland’s most treasured landmarks. As we head for the highlands and drive on through the rugged terrain with our mighty Super Jeep, glaciers and ancient volcanoes will surround us in the otherworldly landscape of the highlands. Once arrived at the oasis in the highlands, a warm cabin and even warmer natural pool await you. The weather in the highlands can be unpredictable but no matter the elements, there are several options for activities at Hveravellir. You are free to explore the beauty of the area throughout the days—enjoy some downtime in the natural pool, go on a snowshoeing hike and check out the cave of the outlaws, or hang out in the cabin cozied up with your favourite book and a cup of hot chocolate. Should the weather be clear enough for the Northern Lights to appear at night, you are welcome to enjoy the unique experience of admiring them from the natural pool or during a night hike. However, as they are a naturally occurring phenomenon, they are not guaranteed. After the breakfast buffet on the last day, there will be a chance to take one final dip in the pool before making our way back to Reykjavík. Travelling once again in the Super Jeep, you will arrive back in Reykjavík by dinner-time rested and relaxed after a few glorious days in the Icelandic highlands, with memories that will last a lifetime. Tel. (+354) 540 1313
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Pick up: 07:30 Departure: 08:00 Duration: 3 days Included: Roundtrip transportation in a Super Jeep, professional tour guide and driver, meals as well as sleeping accommodations at cabin in Hvera vellir, snowshoeing, swimming and other activities.
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Northern Lights Tours
About the Northern Lights Many travel all the way to Iceland with the sole intent of witnessing the Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights. After all, it is one of the few places on Earth where the odds of catching a glimpse of this exquisite natural phenomenon are quite good during winter. The Lights come to life when electrically charged particles from the sun collide and enter the Earth’s atmosphere. They usually appear green but have also been known to materialize in yellow, pink, blue, violet or even red. They scatter across the sky and light up the darkness in a magnificent natural display of light and movement. We have years of experience when it comes to catching the Northern Lights. Our expert guides are veritable gurus when it comes to identifying the best locations to optimize our chances at spotting the lights. They rely on a combination of science-based aurora forecasts, a network of people in the field and 16 years of gut intuition, which means that no tour is the same. Because nature is unpredictable, no one can guarantee sightings, but what we can guarantee is an enjoyable and enlightening journey with the best shot at seeing the lights that you’ll find anywhere.
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Northern Lights Mystery I AH33
24 Aug 2018 - 15 Apr 2019 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Join us on an adventurous guided tour that takes you to optimal locations for Northern Lights sightings. We can say with certainty that the Aurora Borealis is one of the most unique spectacles that life on Earth has to offer. That is why we make every effort to provide an unforgettable Northern Lights experience to our customers with daily tours, supervised by our expert guides. Since we are quite experienced when it comes to Northern Lights hunting, we know a thing or two about how to find the best possible viewing conditions. Before each tour, we study the weather forecast to help us decide on a location for the night. Come with us and gaze upon the Northern Lights while they dance in the dark winter sky and engage in informative conversation about the phenomenon with our professional tour guides.
Additional information: We cannot guarantee sightings. In these cases we offer the AH33 Northern Lights Mystery tour free of charge. Please call 540 1313 to rebook the second tour.
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Pick up: 20:30 Departure: 21:00 Duration: 3-5 hours 15 Sept 2018 - 15 Mar 2019 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
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Secret Lagoon & Northern Lights Hunt I AH139 Discover the rugged charm of bathing in an Icelandic hot spring, taste some Icelandic delicacies and join us on an exciting Northern Lights hunt. The Secret Lagoon natural hot springs are located in a small village called Flúðir, a part of the Golden Circle area. It is the oldest swimming pool in Iceland, but the facilities have been fully renovated in the recent years. They added a showering area, a small bar and a dining area where snacks and drinks are available for purchase. At the Secret Lagoon, watch the steam as it rises in the air while you relax in the warm water. The tour continues to Restaurant Grund, where we will enjoy a variety of Icelandic foods at their delicious dinner buffet before going on a thrilling hunt for the Northern Lights. Our excellent guides are extremely experienced when it comes to finding the Northern Lights. They will look for the best viewing conditions and take you there while you sit back and relax.
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Pick up: 17:30 Departure: 18:00 Duration: 6-7 hours Included: Bus fare, guidance in English, admission to the Secret Lagoon and light dinner buffet. Additional information: Remember to bring a swimsuit & a towel. Swimsuit & towels can also be rented. Sightings of the Northern Lights are not guaranteed. If no Northern Lights are seen the fee is not refundable.
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Northern Lights Deluxe I AH133
01 Nov 2018 - 15 Mar 2019 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
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Experience the mystical Northern Lights on a luxurious extended Northern Lights tour, supervised by our expert guides. The incomparable beauty of the Aurora Borealis is one of Iceland’s most unique phenomenons. Unsurprisingly, people travel here from all over the world to witness the Northern Lights in all their glory. Our deluxe extended tour is designed to provide passengers with an unforgettable Northern Lights experience. On this tour, you get to experience the journey in the most comfortable way; in our very best coaches with reclining seats, extra legroom for every seat and head and foot rests. You will be served complimentary coffee, hot chocolate, water and a light dinner. We also provide blankets to help you keep warm.
Pick up: 18:30 Departure: 19:00 Duration: 5-8 hours Included: Bus fare, guidance in English, blanket, late night snack & other refreshments. Additional information: We cannot guarantee sightings. In these cases we offer the AH33 Northern Lights Mystery tour free of charge. Please call 540 1313 to rebook the second tour.
Over 25 years of experience in operating Northern Lights tours in Iceland has taught us to combine weather forecasts with experience to discover the best places and conditions to see the Northern Lights.
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Golden Circle Tours
Golden Circle Tours Join us for our all-time best-selling excursion and discover Iceland’s most iconic and historical attractions. It’s a favourite for good reason. The Golden Circle combines history, culture and extraordinary nature for an unforgettable experience. Our outing begins with an exploration of Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site where the tectonic plates of North America and Eurasia are pulling apart. We’ll visit one of Iceland's largest natural lakes and learn the remarkable story of how the nation's first parliament was formed over a thousand years ago. Next, we move on to the awesome Gullfoss waterfall, where you can take a short walk down a pathway and get close enough to feel the mist of glacial water on your skin. Gullfoss is a powerful waterfall with a rich history that our expert guides will share with you. The tour continues on to Geysir geothermal area, home to the geyser that all other geysers are named after. Another geyser there, Strokkur, is very active with eruptions every few minutes so you are guaranteed an opportunity to see an eruption up close. Additionally on our Classic tour we visit picturesque Faxi waterfall and the historical church Skálholt with its museum and underground tunnel.
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Golden Circle Classic I AH12 All year round Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
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Pick up: 08:00, 09:00, 10:00 Departure: 08:30, 09:30, 10:30 Duration: 8 hours
Languages other than English available at following times: *At 08:30 **At 10:30
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Golden Circle Express I AH11 All year round Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
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Pick up: 12:30 Departure: 13:00 Duration: 6 hours
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Golden Circle Evening Tour I AH13 June - August 2019 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
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Pick up: 17:30 Departure: 18:00 Duration: 6 hours
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Delicious Golden Circle Food Tour I AH43
All year round
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Pick up: 09:00 Departure: 09:30 Duration: 9 hours
For the foodie we recommend this tasting tour, as we explore some stunning natural attractions while getting a taste of nature’s bounty at some of our favourite local farms. The tour starts with an exploration of Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site with great historical and geological signifigance. Next we delve into food culture at Efstidalur, a dairy farm run by third-generation food lovers. While they make skyr, cheese and Icelandic sour milk, it’s their ice cream that has really put them on the map. We’ll get a taste of a variety of homemade Icelandic dairy foods, meat and fish at the farm. From there we will continue to Gullfoss, one of the nation’s most beloved waterfalls and then Geysir, a unique geothermal area rife with hot springs, gushing steam vents and bubbling mud pots, before our next tasty exploration. Friðheimar Greenhouse is a family-operated operation that grows hothouse tomatoes year round as well as a range of other food products. Here you’ll get to sample the harvest as well as some insight into sustainable greenhouse horticulture. On our way back to Reykjavík we’ll stop at Íslenski Bærinn Turf House for a taste of some traditional treats like Icelandic pancakes with whipped cream and rhubarb jelly, flatbread and mead.
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Golden Circle & Fontana Geothermal Baths I AH76
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Explore Iceland’s most popular landmarks on a guided Golden Circle Tour, complete with a visit to the natural Icelandic steam baths at Fontana Spa. We start off at Þingvellir National Park, famous because of its historical, cultural and geological importance. You will walk around the site while our professional guides tell you all about the history of Iceland’s first parliament.
Pick up: 10:00 Departure: 10:30 Duration: 8 hours Included: Bus fare, guidance in English & admission to Laugarvatn Fontana.
After Þingvellir we will head over to Laugarvatn Fontana Spa to soak in thermal pools and sweat it out in the steam rooms. A cool dip into the lake between the steam rooms and sauna is encouraged, as cold bathing is believed to have a number of health benefits. Relaxed and revitalized, we continue on to Gullfoss waterfall to see the heavy water cascade into Hvítárgljúfur canyon. We then finish with a walk around the Geysir geothermal area, where you will see the eruption of Strokkur geyser up close.
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Golden Circle & South Coast I AH14
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Make the most out of your trip to Iceland with a one-day tour to the iconic sights of the Golden Circle and along the breathtaking South Coast. Our first stop is Þingvellir National Park, the birthplace of Iceland’s age-old democracy. The history, culture, geology and awe-inspiring nature of Iceland shine in Þingvellir. Next, we visit Gullfoss waterfall and its unparalleled power and beauty. Take in the view from the top of the falls to get an eye-popping perspective as the water cascades into the canyon below. From waterfall to water eruption, we stop next at Geysir geothermal area, a site of boiling and bubbling geothermal activity, including Strokkur hot spring with its spectacular eruptions every 10 minutes. We then turn to the South Coast where we journey to the picturesque Skógafoss waterfall. Walk right up to the base of the falls and take the stairs along the side for a view from the top. Striking geological sights await us at Reynisfjara, the next stop on our tour. Black pebbles gradually turn into black sand on this stunning beach that features towering, columnar basalt rock formations and just offshore, the otherworldly Reynisdrangar sea stacks. Our final stop is Seljalandsfoss waterfall where you have the chance to walk behind the waterfall and feel the spray on your skin—a true feast for the senses.
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Pick up: 7:30 Departure: 8:00 Duration: 11 hours Included: Bus fare & guidance in English.
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Golden Circle Classic & Northern Lights I AH137 Discover the captivating nature that defines Iceland by day and night on this combination tour The Golden Circle tour takes you on a circular journey through the heart of Iceland’s Southern Region, stopping at some of Iceland’s most iconic sites. Located in a rift valley where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates meet, Þingvellir National Park is also the birthplace of Iceland’s parliament, Althing. The next stop is the mighty Gullfoss waterfall. With several paths around the two tiers of cascading water, visitors are able to explore several vantage points. Next up is the Geysir geothermal area where the powerful Strokkur geyser launches boiling water every few minutes into the air while the original Geysir remains dormant. After a short stop at the quaint waterfall Faxi, the final stop on the Golden Circle tour is at the historical Skálholt cathedral.
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Golden Circle Classic Pick up: 08:00, 09:00, 10:00 Departure: 08:30, 09:30, 10:30 Duration for Golden Circle: 8 hours Northern Lights Pick up: 20:30 Departure: 21:00 Duration: 3-5 hours Included: Bus fare & guidance in English.
Once the tour of the Golden Circle has concluded, visitors are taken back to their hotel for dinner and the opportunity to change into warm clothes for the Northern Lights hunt later on in the evening. Leaving the bright city lights of Reykjavík behind and into the darkness of the countryside, visitors are taken to ideal spots with a northern lights tour expert to watch the dancing lights above their heads. To witness mother nature's spectacular show with your own eyes is the experience of a lifetime.
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Meet Theo This is Theo, one of the guides that cover our Game of Thrones tour. And yes, he always wears this costume when guiding. Theo is quite the historian, known for his insightful guidance of the Game of Thrones tour that features amazing locations where scenes from the wildly successful television show have been filmed. Having been an extra in the HBO series himself, he has a lot of intriguing inside information about the cast and crew that he will gladly share with you. Theo likes to tell jokes and stride across magnificent landscapes in his impressive costume and our customers seem to like him very much. You certainly don’t have to be a fan of the show to become a fan of Theo.
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Game of Thrones I AH45 Walking in the footsteps of characters from the gripping drama “Game of Thrones” is a unique experience you won’t have anywhere else. The first episode of Game of Thrones featuring Icelandic landscape was aired during season two, after producers became intrigued when they saw a photo of Gullfoss waterfall and decided to film some scenes in Iceland. Gullfoss has yet to be featured on the show but the producers fell in love with the incredibly diverse landscape after their first shoot and have filmed scenes in multiple locations in Iceland every season since. The enthralling storyline and captivating world of Game of Thrones makes the TV show one of the most successful series of all time. Don’t miss out on a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to trek through the remote and hard-to-find locations featuring black volcanic lava, lush green fields and canyons on a guided tour with Gray Line.
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If you are an avid watcher of the show, you are sure to enjoy this tour thoroughly. If you are not, you will enjoy it anyway because of the astounding varied landscapes and the stories you can take home to tell your friends.
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South Iceland, Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach I AH37 The ever-changing landscape of South Iceland sets the stage for an impressive cast of powerful volcanoes, majestic glaciers and thundering waterfalls. Discover some of Iceland’s enchanting attractions on this outing along the South Coast. We begin by visiting one of Iceland’s largest waterfalls, Skógafoss. The sheer power of it is truly a sight to see. We venture into the quaint beachside town of Vík for lunch, which is available for purchase. We then move on to Reynisfjara black sand beach. This strikingly unique landscape has been chosen as a filming location for Hollywood blockbusters like Darren Aronofsky’s Noah and J.J. Abram’s Star Trek: Into Darkness. We explore the volcanic pebble beach and learn a little about the fascinating history of the region from our expert guide. Some of the more impressive sights include the odd rock face of columnar basalt, looming cliffs, hidden caves and the magnificent Reynisdrangar basalt sea stacks that rise from the ocean at the foot of Reynisfjall mountain. We venture into the quaint beachside town of Vík for lunch, which is available for purchase.
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Pick up: 08:30 Departure: 09:00 Duration: 10 hours Included: Bus fare & guidance in English.
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As we drive along the picturesque coast, we stop to admire the immensity of the Sólheimajökull glacier and breathe in the fresh, icy air. Lastly we visit Seljalandsfoss where you'll get the chance to walk behind a waterfall (weather permitting).
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South Iceland & Glacier Hike Adventure I AH34
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Visit iconic Seljalandsfoss waterfall and hike on Sólheimajökull.
Pick up: 08:30 Departure: 09:00 Duration: 10 hours
Our outing starts with a stop at one of Iceland’s biggest waterfalls, Skógafoss. If you’re up for the challenge, you can climb all 527 steps to the observation deck, where you’ll get the unusual perspective of looking down on the waterfall. If you’re lucky, you’ll have a sunny day and big rainbows through the waterfall mist.
Included: Bus fare, guidance in English, ice axes, crampons and helmet.
From Skógafoss we travel to Sólheimajökull glacier for a stunning two-hour hike through a glacial landscape featuring jagged peaks and expansive views—perfect for photos. On the way back we’ll stop at Seljalandsfoss, one of the South Coast’s most prominent waterfalls. Weather permitting, walking behind the waterfall and feeling the mist from the cascading water on your skin is a perfect ending to this South Coast adventure.
Additional information: Sturdy shoes and warm clothes necessary. Departures subject to weather conditions on the glacier.
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South Iceland & ATV Adventure I AH41
Pick up: 08:30 Departure: 09:00 Duration: 10 hours
The wonders of the South Coast, combined with an invigorating ATV tour. This thrilling tour puts you on the back of an ATV riding through the black sands formed by glacial outbursts from the now dormant volcano Katla. Take in amazing views of Mýrdalsjökull glacier, Jökulsá river and a famed aircraft wreck from 1973. Before mounting up we’ll see one of Iceland’s largest waterfalls Skógafoss followed by the stunning Seljalandsfoss waterfall.
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South Iceland & Snow mobile Adventure I AH40 See two of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls and ride a snowmobile on top of Mýrdalsjökull glacier. A true Icelandic adventure awaits you. After gearing up at the main base, we move towards the glacier in an authentic glacier truck. The snowmobile ride then takes us to the top of Mýrdalsjökull where you will have an opportunity to enjoy the spectacular view and take photographs. During the tour we visit Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls. 32
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Included: Bus fare, guidance in English & ATV tour. Additional information: 2 persons per ATV, min. age 6 yrs, driver must have valid driver's license.
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Included: Bus fare, guidance in English & glacier truck ride & snowmobile tour. Additional information: 2 persons per snowmobile or select option to ride solo at an additional cost, min. age 6 yrs, driver must have valid driver's license.
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South Iceland & Zipline Adventure I AH42
Pick up: 08:30 Departure: 09:00 Duration: 10 hours
Exhilarating zipline tour above Iceland’s spectacular South Coast.
AH42 All year round Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Truly a sightseeing adventure like no other! We collaborated with True Adventure to create this adrenaline-fueled zipline tour where you will soar through the air like an eagle over the South Coast of Iceland. We combine it with sightseeing at some of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls to create an unforgettable experience.
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South Iceland & Paragliding Adventure I AH39 Paragliding on the South Coast is the highlight of this unforgettable tour. Everything you need to see during your stay in Iceland is pretty much covered on this tour. Amazing views of South Iceland with its majestic mountains and glaciers, stunning waterfalls and eye-popping views along the coast. Top it off by flying through the skies on a paragliding sightseeing flight and you’ve got yourself a story to tell for the rest of your life.
AH39 1 May - 30 Sept 2019 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
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Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Jökulsárlón is one of Iceland’s most popular locations, known for its unique and breathtaking beauty. It’s actually quite famous too, having been featured in the films “A View to a Kill”, “Die Another Day”, ” Lara Croft: Tomb Raider” and “Batman Begins”. So it should come as no surprise that the lagoon is also favored by photographers from around the world because of the majestic icebergs floating in the icy blue water. Jöklsárlón developed into a lake after the glacier Breiðarmerkurjökull started receding from the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. It has been growing at varying rates ever since and now covers an area of about 18 square km. It recently became the deepest lake in Iceland, at around 250 m deep. We offer several ways to reach Jökulsárlón to make sure you find something to your liking.
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South Coast & Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon I AH35 An extended one-day tour that takes you along almost all of the South Coast, including stops at two striking waterfalls and the visually stunning Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. This trip is filled with natural treasures like the iconic Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls as well as the unforgettable Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. We'll get up close to Skógafoss, one of the largest waterfalls in Iceland, before moving on to Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, a truly remarkable sight. Here you’ll glimpse an ever-changing scene of floating icebergs made of ancient blue ice and streaked with glacial sediment. You might even spot a seal or two. This is a truly bizarre and striking landscape—an unforgettable experience not to be missed. On our way back, we'll stop at Seljalandsfoss where we might have the opportunity to walk up a footpath behind the waterfall.
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Pick up: 07:30 Departure: 08:00 Duration: 14 hours Included: Bus fare, guidance in English. Optional: Boat tour Additional information: Also available as a 2 day tour from October - May, visit www. grayline.is for more details.
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Two-day Tour
South Coast & Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon I AH350 Two-day Tour An overnight outing including all the sites on the one-day tour, but at a more relaxed pace. We also take a day in the countryside at Hotel Gerði along with all the optional adventures they offer. On day one we pass by Mt. Hengill volcano, lush farmlands, the Þjórsá river and the area where Eyjafjallajökull’s eruption in 2010 infamously shut down transatlantic air traffic. Other sites include Skógafoss waterfall; Mýrdalsjökull glacier; the vast black plains of Skeiðarársandur; as well as a preview of Jökulsárlón. Lastly we stop for the night at Hotel Gerði, an idyllic country inn located at a great spot to view the Northern Lights if they make an appearance. Day two starts with a guided tour from Gerði to Þröng near the edge of Vatnajökull glacier, featuring breathtaking landscape along the way. Later you can take a walk along the scenic seashore or visit the nearby museum dedicated to beloved writer Þórbergur Þórðarson. Afterwards we return to Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. Located at the edge of Vatnajökull glacier, the lagoon is full of floating icebergs that have broken loose from the glacier. Afterwards we head to Vík, a charming village where dinner is available for purchase. Our last stop on the way home is Seljalandsfoss, arguably Iceland’s most picturesque waterfall where we can often, weather permitting, walk behind the cascade.
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Pick up: 07:30 Departure: 08:00 Duration: 2 days & 1 night Included: Bus fare, guidance in English, accommodation with breakfast & tour to Þröng.
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Pick up: 07:30 Departure: 08:00 Duration: 2 days & 1 night
South Coast, Glacier Lagoon & Ice Cave I AH355 Two-day Tour
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15 Nov 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
An icy adventure on the South Coast of Iceland. A two-day journey that begins along the picturesque southern coast of Iceland featuring spectacular waterfalls, enormous glaciers, mystic black sand beaches and the awe-inspiring glacier lagoon, Jökulsárlón. After a good night's sleep at Gerði Hotel, the second day begins by travelling up Vatnajökull glacier where a professional guide lead the way into a natural ice cave by a professional guide to explore the heart of the glacier.
South Coast, Glacier Lagoon & Glacier Hike I AH356 Two-day Tour
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1 Oct 2018 - 31 May 2019 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
The wonderful South Coast and majestic Jökulsárlón, complete with a thrilling glacier hike. An overnight adventure that includes an exploration of the South Coast and the many waterfalls, volcanoes, black sand beaches that can be found there. After a restful night at Hotel Gerði, an expert guide leads the group on a twohour hike on Vatnajökull glacier to admire the raw beauty of mother nature.
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Snæfellsnes National Park & Cave Exploration I AH38 Explore the amazing Snæfellsnes area and go caving in the 8,000-year-old Vatnshellir cave. As Jules Verne’s timeless classic “Journey to the Centre of the Earth” begins in Snæfellsnes, so will your own adventure. Snæfellsnes is a peninsula on the west side of Iceland. It is a place of great historical importance and captivating landscapes. Black sand beaches, majestic cliffs, spectacular mountains, volcanic craters and Snæfellsjökull volcano are just some of the attractions you will encounter during the trip. On our way to Snæfellsnes National Park, you will get the chance to observe the wildlife at the beach, home to a seal colony and a variety of seabirds. We will travel through Snæfellsnes National Park and stop for a visit in the small village of Arnarstapi and the old fishing village Hellnar, where we will enjoy a lunch at a charming little café by the shore. After lunch, we go caving in Vatnshellir, an 8,000-year-old cave where you will get a unique chance to see the ancient stalactites and strange lava formations. After caving we will visit more fascinating spots, such as the black-pebble beach Djúpalónssandur, Grundarfjörður fishing village and Berserkjahraun lava fields. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to explore some of the most historical and beautiful places in Iceland under the guidance of our excellent staff.
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Pick up: 07:30 Departure: 08:00 Duration: 11 hours Included: Bus fare, guidance in English, entrance to Vatnshellir cave & caving gear. Additional information: Minimum age for cave tour is 5 years.
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Landmannalaugar Pearl of the Highlands I AH32 A hiking and swimming tour on the edge of a lava field. Known for its natural geothermal hot springs and otherworldly landscape, Landmannalaugar is a popular destination among locals and visitors alike. It’s situated in the highlands on the edge of Laugahraun lava field, which was formed in an eruption around 1477. Hiking through this unique landscape—in terms of both geology and aesthetics—is reason enough to go, but soaking in the natural geothermal pool while gazing at the magnificent multicolored rhyolite mountains really is the highlight of the tour. We drive through the beautiful countryside and farmlands of South Iceland into Þjórsárdalur valley for a stop at the picturesque waterfall Hjálparfoss before continuing into the highlands. We’ll pass several lakes and rivers on our way but we’ll stop at one in particular, Hnausapollur crater lake.
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In Landmannalaugar you’ll delight in some of Iceland’s most colourful scenery on a two-hour hike with your guide up to the springs. Along the way you’ll have sweeping views of the rhyolite mountains in shades of yellow, pink, fluorescent green, purple and brown. They get their colour from sulfur, iron, moss, lava and ash. Don’t forget to bring a bathing suit and towel, as you’ll want to take a dip in the natural geothermal spring to relax and unwind before heading back to Reykjavík.
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Inside the Glacier I AH67 Step into an icy wonderland as we journey into a manmade cave in Langjökull glacier. Join us on an unusual trip as we travel inside Langjökull glacier in one of the world’s largest manmade ice caves. The cavern is composed of an extensive system of tunnels and chambers that stretch close to 300 meters into the solid ice cap, towards a breathtaking natural ice cave at the heart of the glacier.
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Pick up: 8:00 Departure: 8:30 Duration: 10-11 hours Included: Bus fare, guidance in English & entrance to the ice cave.
We start off with a visit to Europe’s most powerful hot spring, Deildartunguhver, which has been harnessed to heat most of the surrounding settlements. We also stop by picturesque Hraunfossar, a series of waterfalls formed by rivulets streaming out of a lava field. An eight-wheeler glacier truck will take us towards the glacier cap. Inside, a specialist glacier guide will help you explore various nooks and chambers and walk over a huge ice crevasse on a constructed bridge. As you walk further along the tunnel, the colors you see will gradually transform from white to deep blue—a truly unforgettable journey.
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Lava Cave, Thermal Pool & Waterfalls I AH66 An unforgettable experience filled with dramatic waterfalls, an astounding lava cave and a well-deserved geothermal soak. We start with two amazing natural attractions: Deildartunguhver, Europe’s most powerful hot spring, and Hraun fossar, a series of waterfalls formed by rivulets streaming out of a lava field. Both sites offer magnificent views before we plunge into the depths in Víðgelmir lava cave. Situated in Hallmundarhraun lava field in West Iceland, Víðgelmir is a 1,100-year-old lava tube, considered by many specialists to be one of the most remarkable specimens of its kind. The roof of the lava tube has collapsed, creating two large openings near its north end. You will never forget the inside of this cave, lined with striking ice formations as well as lava stalactites and stalagmites in vivid colors. After caving we visit the geothermal outdoor swimming pool in Húsafell, which was originally built in 1965 and still remains one of the top recreational spots in the area. It’s a traditional Icelandic geothermal pool with water sourced from drill holes in Selgil and Hveragil, which will leave you relaxed and recharged.
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Pick up: 08:00 Departure: 08:30 Duration: 10-11 hours Included: Bus fare, guidance in English, 1.5 hour guided cave tour, caving gear & admission to the geothermal swimming pool in Húsafell. Additional information: Remember to bring a swimsuit and a towel. Schedules are subject to change due to weather and should there not be sufficient time to enjoy the geothermal swimming pool, the admission will not be refunded.
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Ice Cave Exploration & Snowmobile Adventure I AH65 Embark on the adventure of a lifetime snowmobiling on top of Langjökull glacier and exploring the world’s largest man-made ice cave. Heading north-west from Reykjavík, the first stop on the tour is the Deildartunguhver hot spring. With about 180 litres of boiling water emerging every second, it is the most powerful hot spring in Europe and a mighty sight to behold. Continuing on to the charming area of Húsafell, lunch is available for purchase at either the local bistro or shop before heading on the glacial voyage. The adventure begins after suiting up with the necessary equipment and a safety briefing from the snowmobile guide, visitors begin the trek up Langjökull glacier. Rising up the snow-covered cap, this unique landscape offers a rare photographic opportunity. Visitors are invited to explore the heart of the ice cap through the world's largest man-made ice cave with the expert guide. Stretching close to 300 metres into the glacier, the most brilliant shades of crystalline blue can be seen within its many tunnels and caverns.
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Upon return from the glacier and heading onwards, the final stop on the tour is at the wondrous Hraunfossar waterfalls where glacial water emerges from the Hallmundarhraun lava field.
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Golden Circle Super Jeep Tour I AH140
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A thrilling adventure featuring super jeeps and snowmobiles.
Pick up: 08:30 Departure: 09:00 Duration: 9-10 hours
The Golden Circle features some of the top attractions in Iceland. Þingvellir National Park is a place of outstanding beauty and rich history, Gullfoss is one of our most impressive waterfalls and Geysir geothermal area is a sight to be seen, with its bubbling mud pools and the erupting geyser Strokkur.
Included: Super jeep, snowmobile tour & guidance in English.
Explore the Golden Circle in style by travelling with our guides in a 4x4 Super Jeep, specially modified for Iceland’s rugged terrain and off-roading. We will see all the highlights of the Golden Circle and travel through the isolated highlands before reaching Langjökull glacier, where the snowmobile adventure awaits us.
Additional information: 2 persons per snowmobile, min. age 6 yrs, driver must have valid driver's license.
Riding a snowmobile on an Icelandic glacier and enjoying sweeping panoramas of colourful mountain ranges is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Combined with the Golden Circle, this tour really is the ultimate Iceland experience.
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Viking Horse Riding Tour & Golden Circle I AH27
Pick up: 09:00 Departure: 09:30 Duration: 10 hours
Enjoy Icelandic nature from the back of an Icelandic horse, followed by a tour of Iceland’s top attractions on the Golden Circle Express Tour.
Included: Bus fare, 1.5 to 2-hour horseback ride, guidance in English & riding gear.
Just like Iceland’s early settlers, you will begin your journey on the back of an Icelandic horse. There really is no better way to have an authentic experience in the countryside’s stunning nature. Afterwards we will join the Golden Circle Express tour for an exploration of Þingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall and Geysir geothermal area, all sites rich with fascinating history and stunning natural beauty.
Additional information: This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 8.
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Reykjavík City Sightseeing & Golden Circle I AH23
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See some of Iceland's most significant landmarks in Reykjavík and along the Golden Circle in a day packed with rich history, beautiful nature and intriguing culture.
Pick up: 08:30 Departure: 09:00 Duration: 10 hours
Explore the sites of Reykjavík that include the beautiful Perlan dome, the towering Hallgrímskirkja church and the picturesque home to the president Bessastaðir. In the afternoon, visitors embark on the circular journey exploring the Golden Circle. Along the route, we stop at the geologically wondrous and historically important Þingvellir National Park, the powerful Gullfoss waterfall on the Hvíta River and the steaming Geysir geothermal area. 44
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Reykjavík City Sightseeing I AH10
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- By minibus Get to know the best of Reykjavík on an entertaining and educational city sightseeing tour In three hours, we will cover all the city’s top attractions, landmarks and historically significant spots. Our expert guides provide you with interesting trivia and information about Reykjavík while you sit back and relax. This provides an excellent opportunity to discover various things to put on your Reykjavík bucket list. On this journey we will go out to the old Höfði house where the legendary summit between presidents Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev took place in 1986, Harpa concert hall and Hallgrímskirkja church, to name a few.
*Languages other than English available at 09:00
Pick up: 08:30, 13:30 Departure: 09:00, 14:00 Duration: 3 hours Included: Bus fare, guidance in English & admission to Perlan Observation Deck.
We will make a stop at Perlan, a glass dome in Öskjuhlíð that was built over hot water storage tanks. There we will go out on the viewing platform which provides a 360° view over Reykjavík through panoramic telescopes.
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AH75
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Observing whales in their natural habitat is truly an unforgettable experience. We take you sailing on Faxaflói bay, home to a variety of whales, dolphins and seabirds in hopes of seeing some of the most common whale species. Depending on the s eason, you might see white-beaked dolphins, harbor porpoises, humpback whales, killer whales and minke whales. Our friendly guides have a lot of experience when it comes to whale watching, and they are more than willing to share their knowledge of these majestic creatures.
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1 Feb - 30 Nov 2018/2019 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
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Pick up: 08:15 Departure: 09:00 Duration: 10 hours Included: Bus fare, guidance in English & whale watching.
Whale Watching & Golden Circle I AH74 A combination of whale watching and the Golden Circle makes for a true Icelandic adventure.
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A trip to Iceland isn’t complete without getting up close to our largest mammals, the whales. The waters around Iceland provide rich feeding grounds, which makes Iceland an ideal place to go whale watching. When the boat trip is over we continue on to the Golden Circle Tour, which covers some of Iceland’s main nature attractions, such as Þingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall and Geysir geothermal area.
Additional information: Entrance to the Whale Watching Centre is free of charge for passengers. The tour is subject to weather and note that sightings are not guaranteed.
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Inside the Volcano I AH131 Ever wanted to know what it’s like to be inside a volcano? Iceland is one of the few places in the world where you can actually see for yourself. Explore the inside of a dormant volcano with our expert guides. Some may wonder how that’s even possible, as magma chambers usually collapse following an eruption. The case of Þríhnúkagígur is exceptional in that the lava drained out like water from a pipe, leaving the volcano’s “plumbingsystem” empty but intact. So the Þríhnúkagígur crater is one of the few places in the world where you can enter a magma chamber.
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Pick up: 30 min prior Departure: See timetable online. Duration: 5-6 hours Included: Bus fare, guidance in English & caving gear.
After an hour-long hike, we enter the volcano by way of an open cable lift and descend 120 meters down until we’ve reached the ground. The ground space is about the size of three basketball courts and the cavity could easily fit the Statue of Liberty. The view inside is stunning to say the least. This tour provides a once-in-a-lifetime chance to have this unique experience.
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New Year’s Tours
New Year It is safe to say that no other nation celebrates a new year quite like Icelanders do. Thirty minutes to midnight, you will probably start to hear fireworks. That is not an official firework display, but a majority of the population setting off about 500 tons of fireworks. Traditionally, families sit down for a festive family dinner, followed by a meet-up at a local bonfire. If you don’t see any locals out between 22:30 and 23:00, it is probably because all of them are inside watching the annual comedy show “Skaupið”, a satire of major news stories and big events over the past year. The end of the show marks the beginning of the madness, as families rush out to light up the sky with fireworks. We operate tours on New Year’s Eve where our expert guides take you to the local bonfires and best places to watch the spectacular fireworks display.
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Bonfire & Fireworks on New Year’s Eve in Reykjavík Bonfire & Fireworks I AH51 Pick up: 19:30 Departure: 20:00 Duration: 5 hours
Included: Bus fare, guidance in English
31 December 2018
Combine the age-old Viking tradition of gathering around a bonfire and singing folk songs with watching the magnificent fireworks display for an authentic Icelandic New Year’s Eve experience.
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Bonfire on New Year’s Eve I AH52 Pick up: 19:30 Departure: 20:00 Duration: 3 hours
Included: Bus fare, guidance in English
31 December 2018
Bonfires on New Year’s Eve is actually an age-old tradition, stretching back to the pagan rituals of the Viking settlers. Nowadays, locals gather around the bonfires and sing folk songs to celebrate the new year.
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Fireworks on New Year’s Eve I AH53 Pick up: 22:30 Departure: 23:00 Duration: 2 hours
Included: Bus fare, guidance in English
31 December 2018
Celebrate New Year’s Eve Icelandic style and watch the fireworks display provided by the nation of Iceland. We will take you to the best viewing locations and hand you a glass of sparkling wine at midnight.
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Blönduós Látrabjarg
Varmahlíð
Staðarskáli Stykkishólmur
Hveravellir Arnarstapi Langjökull
Reykholt
Borgarnes
Þingvellir
Geysir Gullfoss
Reykjavík
Hveragerði
Keflavík Kleifarvatn
Hekla
L
Hella
Grindavík
Hvolsvöllur
Þórsmörk Mýrdals Eyjafjallajökull Skógafoss
Keflavík - Reykjavík - Keflavík/Door to Door Keflavík - Reykjavík - Keflavík/Terminal to Terminal Northern Lights Deluxe Northern Lights Mystery Secret Lagoon & Northern Lights Hunt Reykjavík City Sightseeing and Golden Circle Express Whale Watching & Golden Circle Bonfire & Fireworks Bonfire on New Year’s Eve Fireworks on New Year’s Eve Reykjavík City Sightseeing Game of Thrones Golden Circle Classic Golden Circle Express Golden Circle Evening Golden Circle and South Coast Golden Circle Classic and Northern Lights Golden Circle Super Jeep Tour Delicious Golden Circle Food Tour Golden Circle & Fontana Geothermal Bath
AH100/101 AH200/201 AH133 AH33 AH139 AH23 AH74 AH51 AH52 AH53 AH10 AH45 AH12 AH11 AH13 AH14 AH137 AH140 AH43 AH76
Vestmannaeyjar
Dyrhólaey
Akureyri
Mývatn
Egilsstaðir
Hofsjökull
Vatnajökull
Höfn
Skaftafell
Landmannalaugar
Jökulsárlón
Skeiðarársandur Kirkjubæjarklaustur
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Vík
Viking Horse Riding Tour & Golden Circle AH27 Whale Watching AH75 Whale Watching & Golden Circle AH74 Inside the Volcano AH131 Snæfellsnes National Park AH38 Inside the Glacier/Lava Cave, Thermal Pool & Waterfalls AH67/66 Ice Cave Exploration and Snowmobile Adventure AH65 Westman Islands AH92/93/94 South Iceland, Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach AH37 South Iceland & Glacier Hike Adventure AH34 South Iceland & ATV Adventure AH41 South Iceland & Snowmobile Adventure AH40 South Iceland & Zipline Adventure AH42 South Iceland & Paragliding Adventure AH39 South Coast & Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon AH35 South Coast & Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon - Two-day Tour AH350 South Coast, Glacier Lagoon & Ice Cave - Two-day Tour AH355 South Coast, Glacier Lagoon & Glacier Hike - Two-day Tour AH356 Landmannalaugar AH32 Hveravellir - Winter Adventure AH170
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