All of our arrangements have been specially designed to incorporate a reason to travel and, for ease of choice, these have been categorised under the titles shown below.
6 nights from
£2345
Touring the west and south coasts of Iceland, with a detour inland, on the Golden Circle route, to Geysir geyser and the Gullfoss iced cascade; this is a Nature spectacular, where sparkling white, jade green, and bright blue icebergs echo the dancing colours of the Northern Lights. While, of course, this natural phenomenon cannot be guaranteed, the chances of seeing these astonishing skies are greater the further north you go, and the more remote from atmospheric pollution. Iceland ticks those boxes, and this tour maximises them, leaving the city lights of Reykjavik for isolated settlements and unlit Atlantic Ocean shores. Bookended by time spent in the world’s most northerly capital, the journey heads south for Hnappavellir, with Iceland’s highest mountain looming large behind it, Europe’s largest glacier on its doorstep, and geological and geothermic eye-openers creating a scenic masterpiece in its surrounds. Skaftafell is sculpted by ice and fire, age-old glaciers, and volcanic eruptions, its eerie ice formations edging deep crevasses; Selfoss is the launch pad for the Geothermal Valley hot springs, and Thingvellir National Park; and the Blue Lagoon is a tranquil seawater spa, and a triumph of Man and Nature.
Enjoy a tasting of rúgbrauð, Icelandic rye bread, traditionally baked in a pot by burying it in the geothermal ground for 24 hours. The bread is crustless, dark and very dense, usually rather sweet, and keeps for a long time. It will be served with boiled eggs, pickled herring and a glass of Geysir schnapps.
Success in viewing of the Northern Lights is not guaranteed.
Some walking on snow-covered terrain is involved and visits are subject to local conditions and weather.
On occasion the evening drive on Day 2 may operate on an alternative day.
Optional tours are not always exclusive for JV groups.
Extra nights are on request, please call to discuss your requirements
Hotel Klettur
(per night) £80
Double for sole use £150
Fosshotel
(per night) £112
Double for sole use £192
Travel by coach from Reykjavik and discover the waters of the Blue Lagoon. Experience a wonder of the world. Harmonize with nature.
Air travel and taxes, Fly Bus transfers, 6 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 4 dinners, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.
Travel insurance, optional excursions, tipping, any government taxes or compulsory charges introduced after publication.
Guide to Iceland
1 Mar 2020
"Iceland is an increasingly popular holiday destination, with huge numbers of tourists flocking to its mountainous beauty and rugged landscapes each year."
In certain countries we recommend the currency most widely accepted rather than the local currency.
Journey to the Centre of the Earth
Touring the north of Iceland, from small towns and colourful villages to spectacular landscapes of mountains and waterfalls, fjords and lava fields, lakes and craters; and including a whale-watching cruise and time in the capital, Reykjavik; all Icelandic life is here
'Ice' Land of the Northern Lights
A four-night break in the legendary landscapes of the Land of Ice & Fire, this tour focuses on Iceland’s southwestern region, seeing the geysers of the Golden Circle, staying in Reykjavik and the scenic surrounds of Selfoss, and visiting villages on the ocean’s edge
Arctic Northern Lights
Winter activities and wondrous skies come together on this energising tour, chasing the fabulous phenomenon of the Northern Lights, dividing your Arctic experience between lively Tromsø and the remote Malangen Resort, and steeped in the Sami culture
