Adventure in Iceland

11 days from $6,292 Includes airfare, taxes, & all fees May 20–30, June 13–23, July 6–16, Aug. 3–13, Sept. 12–22, Oct. 10–20, 2023 Experience Earth’s incredible power and diversity, exploring fascinating geological phenomena as you make your way from the black-sand beaches of the south to the glaciercovered volcanoes of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. Along the way, admire fi ve of the island’s most impressive waterfalls; watch for seabirds or whales; and enjoy free time to soak up the character and charm of cities and towns.

Highlights Include

Dramatic Waterfalls: Encounter Iceland’s iconic waterfalls, each one breathtaking in its own way. See twotiered Gullfoss, and admire Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss along the southern coast. Witness the thundering cascades of Dettifoss, one of Europe’s most powerful waterfalls, and behold of Godafoss, the “Waterfall of the Gods.” Lake Myvatn: Venture to the bubbling, steaming, lava-crusted landscapes of Lake Myvatn, discovering massive explosion craters, craggy lava sculptures, popping mud pools, and more. Venture into dramatic canyons in Vatnajoküll National Park and, from Husavik, go whalewatching or take a bird-watching cruise to Puffi n Island (depending on the season). lined with basalt columns. Stop in lovely Vik, and visit the interactive Lava Centre for a close encounter with Iceland’s geological forces. Enjoy time at leisure to explore Reykjavík, or take an optional tour to the Blue Lagoon. The Northern Lights: Iceland is an ideal place to view the aurora borealis. You’ll have the best chance of experiencing this celestial phenomenon on the September or October departures. Limited to 24 Smithsonian Journeys guests. Borgarbyggo Reykjavik Akureyri Snaefellsnes Peninsula ICELAND

Godafoss

Lake Myvatn Thingvellir Nat’l Park

Gullfoss

Pu n Siglufjordur Island

The Snaefellsnes Peninsula: Walk along the shellsand beach at the abandoned fi shing village of Budir, surrounded by a vast lava fi eld. Explore the caves and bizarre basalt rock formations near Arnarstapi, site of thousands of nesting cliff birds. Then stroll the blackpebble beach of Djupalonssandur. Southern Iceland: At Thingvellir National Park, witness the spot where the world’s oldest Parliament met and walk the rift valley between the North American and European tectonic plates. Watch geysers erupt at Geysir and walk the black-sand beach at Reynisfjara to caves

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Skogafoss

Vik

Overnight Featured Site

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Smithsonian Journeys Experts

Steven Williams (May)–physicist, geologist, and former Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum staff. Peter Bobrowsky (June/Aug.), Katryn Wiese (July), Jim Reynolds (Sept.), and Pat Dickerson (Oct.)––geologists.

Smithsonian Tailor-Made Journeys in Europe

The following examples are just a few of the private, customized experiences we offer on a tailor-made journey. Working with our country specialists, you can customize your itinerary to fi t your timing, your budget, and your interests, including accommodations, activities, and the places you explore. See pages 14–15 for more information on Smithsonian Tailor-Made Journeys, and visit our website for day-by-day suggested itineraries.

Culture and Cuisine of Italy Suggested Itinerary: 13 days from $9,995 Celebrate Italy on a journey that will have you fl oating through history in Venice, admiring great art in Florence, tasting wines and olive oils at an agriturismo in Tuscany, and exploring Rome’s magnifi cent sites with a private guide.

France: Paris, Normandy, and the Loire Valley Suggested Itinerary: 12 days from $9,850 Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of France as you make your way from incomparable Paris to the important sites of Normandy and Brittany, to the cháteaux of the Loire Valley.

Portugal’s Historic Cities Suggested Itinerary: 7 days from $4,960 Experience Portugal from two perspectives on a journey to the vibrant cities of Lisbon and Porto, and get a taste of history—and wine—on excursions to Sintra and the Douro River Valley. Iceland for Families Suggested Itinerary: 8 days from $7,780 Encounter Iceland’s awe-inspiring geology on a family journey to volcanoes, geysers, glaciers, and lava caves from the legend-fi lled Snæfellsnes Peninsula to the waterfalls and black-sand beaches of the southern coast.

Ireland Traditional Irish Culture and Country Life Suggested Itinerary: 8 days from $7,995 Stay in historic country manors and experience Irish traditions from falconry to whiskey distilling on a journey that begins in the lively streets of Dublin and ends among the geological wonders of County Clare.

The Netherlands: Exploring Dutch Culture Suggested Itinerary: 10 days from $5,610 Delve into art, history, and age-old Dutch traditions on a journey that combines the world-class cities of Amsterdam and The Hague with canal-carved villages and medieval towns from Edam to Delft.

Smithsonian Tailor-Made Journeys provided me and my son with a once-in-a-lifetime, unforgettable adventure. We did and saw things that we never would have managed to plan on our own. – Valli T.

Visit SmithsonianJourneys.org/Tailor-Made or call 855.215.8690 to request your custom quote.

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Paris, France The Netherlands

Ireland

The Americas

The Smithsonian is known worldwide for excellence in all that they do. This trip was no exception. I will choose them for my next natural history adventure. – Dan H.