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- Day 1 The Viking City of Reykjavík Welcome to Iceland. This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a relaxed gathering with wine and canapés – a wonderful opportunity to get to know one another. Afterwards, set out in search of the most spectacular show on Earth: the Northern Lights. Marvel at the breathtaking night sky illuminated by the aurora borealis and its stunning spectrum of color. Please note that the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, and sightings cannot be guaranteed. Locations Visited: Reykjavik IS.
- Day 2 South Shore Adventure to Vík Take a journey along Iceland’s south coast through the country of Njál’s Saga, where dramatic landscapes come with legendary stories. Begin with a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Hellisheiðavirkjun, Iceland’s newest geothermal and electric power station. Then visit the interactive Lava Center to explore the volcanic and seismic forces that shape the island. Continue to the showstopping waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, with distant views of Hekla and Eyjafjallajökull, before arriving in Vík. Stretch your legs on the black sand beach then settle in. This afternoon, choose an Optional Experience at The Lava Show in Vík to hear local folklore, learn the science of lava and watch real molten lava up close. After dinner, perhaps sign up for the hotel’s northern lights register so you can be called when conditions are at their strongest. Locations Visited: Reykjavik IS, Hellisheidavirkjun IS, Hvolsvollur IS, Seljalandsfoss IS, Skogafoss IS, Vik IS.
- Day 3 The Golden Circle to Flúðir Embark on a day of discovery around Iceland's Golden Circle, taking in some of the famous landmarks this remarkable island has to offer. Begin with an Optional Experience to the Caves of Hella, where evidence of Celtic life predating the Vikings offers a thought-provoking perspective on Iceland’s early history. Continue to the mighty Gullfoss waterfalls – often compared with Niagara Falls – and the exploding hot springs at Geysir. Visit Friðheimar, a family-run vegetable farm specialising in tomatoes, to learn about Icelandic greenhouse horticulture, explore the steamy greenhouses and sample the sweet distinctive flavor of the crop. Your final stop today is the Secret Lagoon, or Gamla Laugin, Iceland’s oldest pool, where an Optional Experience invites you to soak in warm natural waters. Locations Visited: Vik IS, Hella IS, Gullfoss Falls IS, Geysir IS, Fridheimar IS, Fludir IS.
- Day 4 Thingvellir, Borgarnes and Húsafell Your first visit today will be to Thingvellir National Park, a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site that lies on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. The first meeting of the Icelandic parliament was held here in A.D. 930. Journey along the trail of Viking warrior and poet Egill Skallagrímsson. In Borgarnes, learn about Iceland's history with a fascinating visit to the Icelandic Settlement Center. Enjoy the views of the Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls, and Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring, as you traverse glorious landscapes before stopping at Sturlureykir Horse Farm, a local family-run breeding farm.The farm also features a natural hot spring, where geothermal water is used to bake rye bread underground. Savor the taste of this freshly baked rye bread, a family recipe for over 100 years. Locations Visited: Fludir IS, Thingvellir National Park IS, Borgarnes IS, Reykholt IS, Hraunfossar IS, Barnafoss IS, Husafell IS.
- Day 5 Reykjavík sightseeing Journey back to the Icelandic capital and see Old Reykjavík, the 19th-century parliament building and Höfði House. In 1986, US President Ronald Reagan and Soviet Premier Mikhail Gorbachev met here for the famous Reykjavík Summit. Later, visit the colorful harbor and the iconic Hallgrímskirkja, the largest modern church in Iceland, standing 74.5 meters tall and visible from almost anywhere in the city. The afternoon is at your leisure. Locations Visited: Husafell IS, Reykjavik IS.
- Day 6 Reykjavik Your Way Explore Reykjavík with Insight Choice. Choose to experience the magic of Iceland on an exhilarating flight-ride at FlyOver to see incredible scenery from sweeping glaciers to stunning fjords. Alternatively, visit the Perlan Museum with the Wonders of Iceland, one of a kind exhibition to experience Iceland’s natural beauty. This afternoon, enjoy time at leisure in the city. Perhaps unwind in one of Reykjavík’s many geothermal pools, visit the iconic Sky Lagoon or explore the vibrant cafes and boutiques of the capital. With your newfound friends, toast to the culmination of your fascinating journey of discovery during dinner at a local restaurant. Locations Visited: Reykjavik IS.
- Day 7 Farewell Reykjavík Your Icelandic adventure comes to an end, with a transfer to Reykjavík's Keflavík Airport. Locations Visited: Reykjavik IS.
Name: Scenic Iceland & the Northern Lights
Brand: Insight
Quality: Superior First Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: Reykjavik
End City: Reykjavik
Location Summary: Reykjavik, IS
Hellisheidavirkjun, IS
Hvolsvollur, IS
Seljalandsfoss, IS
Skogafoss, IS
Vik, IS
Hella, IS
Gullfoss Falls, IS
Geysir, IS
Fridheimar, IS
Fludir, IS
Thingvellir National Park, IS
Borgarnes, IS
Reykholt, IS
Hraunfossar, IS
Barnafoss, IS
Husafell, IS
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Highlights
- Dining Summary - 6 Breakfast (B). 4 Dinner (D).
- Well-being - Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.. Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day..
- Additional Included Highlights - Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.. Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.. We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.. From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.. Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).. If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport..
- Top Rated Highlights - Reykjavik: Witness nature's most spectacular light show, the Aurora Borealis.. Skogafoss: Visit Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, two south coast waterfalls shaped by rivers dropping from Iceland’s interior. Each fall offers a different profile, with water plunging over former sea cliffs and cutting into the rock below, illustrating how glacial meltwater and changing coastlines have formed this section of the island.. Hvolsvollur: See the magnificent volcanoes of Hekla and Eyjafjallajökull. . Hvolsvollur: Visit the Lava Center, an interactive museum where you will learn about the geology and natural occurrences that have influenced and created Iceland's incredible landscapes.. Gullfoss Falls: See Gullfoss, where the glacial-fed Hvítá River drops in two stages into a rugged canyon, sending spray into the air as the water cuts through layers of rock. The falls sit at the heart of the Golden Circle and show the force of Iceland’s meltwater rivers, especially when seasonal flow increases.. Geysir: Visit the famous spouting Geysir which has become synonymous with hot springs all around the world.. Thingvellir National Park: The Parliamentary Plains are the most important historic site in the country, as the meeting place of the Althing, the world's oldest parliament that was founded in A.D. 930.. Reykjavik: Enjoy views of the Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls as you drive through glorious landscapes.. Reykjavik: Explore the city. See the old town center, the parliament building, Höfði House, the colorful harbor and the Hallgrímskirkja..
- Make Travel Matter - Hellisheidavirkjun: Visit Iceland's newest geothermal heat and electric power station, the second largest of its kind in the world. Hear about how this plant has helped Iceland achieve 70% of the country's energy consumption through renewable energy sources. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy..
- Insight Experiences - Fridheimar: Explore a local farm and sample their sweet-tasting, homegrown tomatoes. Meet the family to learn about Icelandic horticulture and growing the tastiest tomatoes, all the while respecting the surrounding nature.. Borgarnes: Meet the lovable horses of Iceland - the original Viking horses and vital servants of the first Icelanders to arrive in this vast, wild county. Learn why they have two more gaits than most other breeds of horses, and how their double-layered coat enables them to withstand Iceland's tough winters..
- Insight Choice - Reykjavik: Experience the magic of Iceland on an exhilarating flight-ride at FlyOver. This seated ride combines state-of-the-art technology and special effects to show you Iceland's spectacular scenery, it really feels like you are flying!. Reykjavik: Experience the natural wonders of Iceland on a visit to the Perlan Museum. Learn about glaciers, volcanoes and the Northern Lights through interactive displays. .
- Authentic Dining - Reykjavik: This evening, delight in a delicious dinner at a local restaurant where you round off your journey through one of the world's most naturally beautiful places..
- Choice Highlights - Choose between two carefully selected activities. Reykjavik: Experience the magic of Iceland on an exhilarating flight-ride at FlyOver. This seated ride combines state-of-the-art technology and special effects to show you Iceland's spectacular scenery, it really feels like you are flying!. Reykjavik: Experience the natural wonders of Iceland on a visit to the Perlan Museum. Learn about glaciers, volcanoes and the Northern Lights through interactive displays. .
