Adventures under the Northern Lights

Adventures under the Northern Lights

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ARCTIC CIRCLE

ICEBERG

FJORD

LOG CABINS

GLASS IGLOO SWEDEN

FINLAND

REINDEER NORWAY

GOLDEN CIRCLE

LAPLAND

ADVENTURE

WILDERNESS

NORTHERN LIGHTS

GREEENLAND

GLACIER

ICELAND

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Regent Holidays have been organising holidays to Iceland for over 40 years and have since expanded into Greenland, Finland, Norway and Sweden. Inside you will find a selection of our favourite northern lights destinations and experiences. From chasing the northern lights in a jeep designed for adventure, racing across the icy wilderness on a sledge pulled by huskies or drifting off to sleep in a cosy glass igloo, our Iceland & the Arctic Specialists can book your ideal winter holiday.

Call 020 7666 1245 Or visit regentholidays.co.uk/northernlights

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Hotel Rangá SHORT BREAK | ICELAND

Set in perfect isolation, Hotel Rangá is the ideal spot for a romantic getaway where couples can sink into an outdoor geothermal hot tub and watch a performance of the elusive northern lights. Its geographical location means that it enjoys vast open skies with 360° views, with mountains, glaciers and volcanoes providing a distant backdrop. Try freshly smoked puffin or Rangá seafood soup in the acclaimed gourmet restaurant with views over the East Rangá River, said to be one of Iceland’s finest salmon rivers.

5 days from £815pp Includes flights, 4WD car hire & accommodation

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Superjeep Winter Break GROUP TOUR | ICELAND

Based in vibrant Reykjavík, embark on a series of exhilarating Superjeep excursions to Iceland’s famous Golden Circle – a trio of natural wonders all within 100km of the capital, including the mighty Gullfoss waterfall, spouting Strokkur Geysir and the UNESCO listed þingvellir National Park. Travel where conventional vehicles simply cannot go and conquer the frozen rivers, glaciers and volcanic craters of the south to access remote areas away from the light pollution where the northern lights are most visible.

5 days from £1330pp Includes flights, accommodation, transfers & Superjeep tours

020 7666 1245 | www.regentholidays.co.uk | 3

4x4 Jeep Winter Adventure GROUP TOUR | ICELAND

Designed to tackle mountains, gorges and glaciers, buckle up and discover the secrets of south Iceland from the comfort of a modified 4x4. Leave Reykjavík and navigate off-road along the south coast’s black sand beaches, to reach Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Thórsmörk Nature Reserve.

Cross the moss covered lava field of Eldhraun – which at 218 square miles is the biggest lava flow in the world – before stepping out into a wonderland of ice sculptures, deep glacial crevasses and ice ridges on the Svinafellsjokull Glacier in Skaftafell Park.

5 days from £1425pp Includes flights, accommodation, transfers & guide

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Orcas & Auroras FLY-DRIVE | ICELAND

Pass through the Golden Circle and the stratovolcanoes of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula to reach the pretty fishing village of Grundarfjörður. Backed by frozen waterfalls and ice-capped peaks, Grundarfjörður boasts a friendly local community where life and livelihoods still very much rely on the sea.The fish filled coastline also attracts vast numbers of killer whales. Embark on a boat tour of the fjord for a chance to get up-close to the orcas and experience the frenzy of feeding time before heading out into the open countryside for some aurora hunting.

8 days from £1065pp Includes flights, car hire and accommodation

020 7666 1245 | www.regentholidays.co.uk | 5

West Iceland Wonders GROUP TOUR | ICELAND

From the bubbling waters of Deildartunguhver, Europe’s most powerful hot spring, to one of the most photographed mountains in Iceland, Mt Kirkjufell on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, west Iceland is a region crafted by Mother Nature. Snæfellsnes National Park is the highlight of any trip west. At its heart is Snæfellsjökull, a 700,000 year old stratovolcano with a glacier covering its summit, from where you can hike across the area’s many lava field trails. This trip also offers the chance to head south and stand beside the mighty Gullfoss Waterfall and enjoy a rejuvenating soak in the mineral-rich waters of the Blue Lagoon.

6 days from £960pp Includes flights, accommodation, transfers, travel by coach & sightseeing tours

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Excursions from Reykjavík Northern Lights Mystery

Northern Lights Deluxe

Game of Thrones

3 hours £36 per adult

6-8 hours £78 per adult

6 hours £53 per adult

Head out into the night in search of the northern lights. Leave the light pollution of Reykjavík behind and wrap up warm for a northern lights mystery tour, travelling to the best spots identified each day for aurora sightings.

Experience the magical northern lights on a special extended tour. Travel in comfort on a luxury coach with reclining seats and extra legroom, and enjoy complimentary hot drinks and blankets to keep warm.

Discover the stunning locations from the Game of Thrones series. With expert commentary throughout, visit þingvellir National Park and walk through þjórsárdalur Valley where many scenes were shot.

020 7666 1245 | www.regentholidays.co.uk | 7

Winter Wilderness & Aurora TAILOR-MADE | GREENLAND

With over 300 nights of clear sky a year, the village of Kangerlussuaq in Greenland’s Baffin Bay Coastline, is one of the best places in the world to see the northern lights. Few places combine such magnificent scenery and clarity of light.

Travel as the Inuits have done for centuries on a two hour husky sledging adventure across blankets of snow to see Greenland’s immense ice cap. To understand the scale of this natural phenomenon take a flight over the ice sheet to see the domes, ravines and pure blue glacial lakes that make up the 695,000 square miles of ice, as well as spotting Musk Oxen roaming the wilderness below.

5 days from £1135pp Includes flights from Copenhagen, transfers, accommodation & breakfast

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Northern Lights in Ilulissat TAILOR-MADE | GREENLAND

Found 200 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle on the edge of the Ilulissat ice fjord, the enigmatically named Hotel Arctic is the most northerly four star hotel in the world. Awaken to the sound of crunching snow and icebergs crashing together in the bay before heading out to see nature in action. You can explore the UNESCO protected fjords by boat, swerving past the towering icebergs to find humpback whales breaking through waves, or head for land at the Sermaq Kujalleq glacier.

One of the world’s most active glaciers, it produces 10 % of Greenland’s icebergs and calves 35 billion tonnes of icebergs into the fjord every year.

4 days from £1540pp Includes flights from Reykjavík, accommodation, transfers & selected meals

020 7666 1245 | www.regentholidays.co.uk | 9

Santa’s Aurora Short Break SHORT BREAK | FINLAND

Stay at Santa’s Aurora Hotel, your passport into the Lappish wilderness. Spend your first two nights enjoying views over snow sprinkled fir trees from your own private sauna before two nights inside the hotel’s Arctic glass igloo rooms. The glass roofs in the igloos mean uninterrupted views of the Arctic sky and front row seats for the northern lights show. Days can be spent on an exhilarating snowmobile safari past frozen swamps or ice-fishing on a local lake, before heading to the hotel restaurant to enjoy Lappish specialities, such as salmon and char from the lava stone grill next to an open log fire.

5 days from £1130pp Includes flights, accommodation & transfers

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Lapland Log Cabin Break TAILOR-MADE | FINLAND

Set amidst the Arctic Safari Resort of Luosto, these log cabins are ideal for adventure seeking families. Built from local kelo wood in traditional style, each cabin is equipped with a cosy fireplace and sauna. Spend days exploring the snowy Lappish landscape by husky sled, reindeer sleigh, snowmobile or cross-country skis and head out after dark in search of the northern lights. For arctic adrenaline junkies, try ice climbing up a frozen waterfall or for the ultimate Finnish experience follow a hot sauna with a swim in a frozen lake.

7 days from ÂŁ695pp Includes flights, accommodation & transfers

020 7666 1245 | www.regentholidays.co.uk | 11

Arctic Riverside Retreat TAILOR-MADE | FINLAND

Set beside frozen rapids of the River Raudanjokl and lush shoreline forests, the Arctic Circle Wilderness lodge is a fantastic place to escape. Each room is equipped with your very own snowshoes for exploring the Arctic Circle Hiking Area on your doorstep. Go in search of the northern lights on a snowshoe hike through the wintry forest trails and snack on sausages fried over an open fire. Spend time exploring magical Santa Claus village in nearby Rovaniemi to meet Santa Claus himself and enjoy heart-warming Lappish meals served by a warming fire before relaxing in your very own riverside cabin.

4 days from ÂŁ949pp Includes flights, transfers, excursions & accommodation

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Regent Recommends

A night in the Arctic Snow Hotel FINLAND

Located 26km from central Rovaniemi, this unique hotel offers rooms made of ice and snow. Regardless of the outdoor temperature the rooms stay between 0 and -5 degrees Celsius and they are equipped with fleece-lined sleeping bags to keep you nice and toasty. Those looking for something a little warmer can stay in one of fifteen Arctic Glass Igloos that offer skyward views of the elusive northern lights. Tuck into dinner at one of 3 restaurants including the Icerestaurant and the lakeside Restaurant Kota where you can enjoy delicious blazed salmon before enjoying a chilled drink in the IceBar. More icy delights include sipping on hot Rum Toddy in the snow sauna, ice fishing, ice sculpting and snowshoeing.

Snow Hotel from ÂŁ109pp per night Arctic Igloo from ÂŁ179pp per night Prices based on 2 sharing

020 7666 1245 | www.regentholidays.co.uk | 13

Arctic Panorama Lodge TAILOR-MADE | NORWAY

Nestled in between snow-capped mountains at the entrance to Lyngen Fjord, the Arctic Panorama Lodge is a boutique retreat located on Uloya Island in northern Norway. Just a short flight or helicopter ride from Tromso, the remote location is perfect for relaxing or embarking on endless outdoor activities from dog sledding and snowmobiling to ice fishing and boat trips on the fjord.

Spend evenings sipping cocktails by the cosy fire, whilst keeping an eye out for the green glow of the northern lights through the large panoramic windows.

4 days from ÂŁ695pp Includes flights, accommodation & transfers

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Tromsø Winter Short Break SHORT BREAK | NORWAY

Enjoy a four night break in Tromsø, Norway’s northernmost metropolis and stay at the centrally located Radisson Blu Tromsø.

After a day of winter activities including reindeer and husky sledding, cross-country skiing and whale watching, unwind in the hotel’s sauna with views of the Arctic Cathedral and Tromsø fjord before heading to the hotel’s glass bridge for a chance to watch the northern lights. Embark on an Aurora Safari to one of four Base stations where you will spend the evening listening to local stories around a campfire whilst the northern lights dance above your heads. Located directly under the northern lights belt, no other place offers better chances of spotting the aurora.

5 days from £695pp Includes flights, accommodation & Aurora Safari

020 7666 1245 | www.regentholidays.co.uk | 15

Spitsbergen Polar Nights TAILOR-MADE | NORWAY

Found high above the Arctic Circle on Svalbard’s far flung Spitsbergen Island, the remote town of Longyearbyen is said to be the most northerly town in the world – the next stop is the North Pole. This frontier community of miner houses and corner stores is squeezed between a stunning setting of sweeping glaciers and snow-capped mountains. You can explore this magical land by snow-cat, dogsled or snowmobile.

During the Polar Night period of November to January, the sun stays six degrees below the horizon, casting darkness across Spitsbergen and making the northern lights appearances possible not just in the evening but throughout the day.

5 days from £1145pp Includes flights, accommodation, transfers & excursions

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Regent Recommends

A trip on the Arctic Circle Train NORWAY & SWEDEN

Travel across the Sweden-Norway border on this 3 hour railway journey deep inside the Arctic Circle. Board the train in Kiruna in the north-western corner of Sweden where Sami culture still thrives. Famous for midnight sun, polar night and northern lights experiences as well as the iconic Icehotel, Kiruna provides an excellent base for winter activities including dog sledding and crosscountry skiing. Chug through wintry landscapes stopping at Abisko, BjÜrkliden and Riksgränsen to finally reach the Norwegian coastal town of Narvik where you can embark on a killer whale safari or head to the snow-capped mountains and hit the slopes for some quality skiing. The flexible rail ticket gives you the freedom to stop off and explore the places of interest on route.

Call a Regent Specialist for prices 020 7666 1245 | www.regentholidays.co.uk | 17

ICELANDAIR – A TRULY ICELANDIC TRAVEL EXPERIENCE

Reykjavik I New York I Boston I Orlando I Minneapolis/St. Paul I Washington D.C. I Halifax Toronto I Seattle I Denver I Anchorage I Edmonton I Vancouver I New destination: Chicago When you fly on Icelandair you will enjoy our unique brand of Icelandic hospitality and comfort. Our Boeing 757 aircraft feature special touches from the latest Icelandic music to cosy leather seating with interactive in-flight entertainment systems designed to make the short flight to Iceland fly by. In addition, you can choose from three classes of service: Economy Class, Economy Comfort Class or Saga Class.

Icelandair serves the UK with flights from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Birmingham, Manchester and Glasgow. Our flights provide onwards connections to destinations in the USA and Canada.

We look forward to welcoming you onboard. + www.icelandair.co.uk