Iceland

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Stykkisholmur to Vik

(3 nights) Continue to Iceland’s south coast and learn about geothermal renewable energy with a visit to HELLISHEIDARVIRKJUN, the largest power station in Iceland and the second largest geothermal power station in the world. Make a picture stop at WATERFALL SELJALANDSFOSS, one of few waterfalls providing you with a walkway for views from the inside out. Arrive in Vík, Iceland’s most southerly village and one of the most visited spots in Iceland.  Meals Include:  Breakfast, Dinner.

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Vik

Drive along the scenic south shore to the SKOGAR MUSEUM which has an outstanding collection showing all aspects of Icelandic life including farm and domestic artifacts, as well as turf-built houses. Nearby is SKÓGAFOSS WATERFALL, one of the largest in Iceland. Then view REYNISFJARA a black volcanic sand beach surrounded by basalt columns and cliffs scattered with caves and rich bird life. Later see the unique natural rock formations at DYRHÓLAEY. Meals Include:  Breakfast, Dinner.

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Vik

Today sail*** among the huge icebergs in the picturesque scenery of JÖKULSÁRLÓN GLACIAL LAGOON.  Taste the 1,000-year-old ice and possibly see some seals. Later stop at SKAFTAFELL, gateway to VATNAJÖKULL NATIONAL PARK, the largest national park in Europe. View Iceland’s highest mountains and the Vatnajökull glacier, Europe’s largest. Meals Include:  Breakfast, Dinner.

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Vik to Reykjavik

Before departing the south shore, visit the Lava Exhibition Centre, where you’ll learn about Iceland’s historical eruptions and current lava flows that make the island a showcase of volcanism.  Then, it’s your choice!  Perhaps drive to the REYKJANES PENINSULA, known for its rugged landscape, lava fields, numerous hot springs, and home to the BLUE LAGOON.  Take a dip in the pleasantly warm, mineral-rich waters of the geothermal pool, located in the middle of a dramatic lava field. -OR- Maybe you’d prefer to further explore the wonders of Iceland’s waters during an informative WHALE WATCHING adventure in the bay of Faxaflói. Later gather with your fellow travellers for a local dining experience and share stories of your days in Iceland.  Meals Include: Breakfast, Dinner.

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Reykjavik to Home

Your tour ends leaving you with many pleasant memories of a wonderful holiday. Meals Include: Breakfast

Important Traveller Information

*         The Vatnshellir Cave tour is not recommended for guests who are claustrophobic or have back or knee problems. Guests should be in good physical condition.
**       Puffin can be viewed between mid-May through late August. During the other seasons, a cruise featuring a talk on fishing in the region will be included.
***     During the months of April & October, the Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon cruise may not operate due to seasonality.

To truly experience the program and destination, you need to be able to participate in physical activities such as longer walking tours, walking over uneven terrain, climbing stairs and periods of standing.