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DAY 1, Thursday - Depart the USA
Depart the USA for Iceland
DAY 2, Friday - Arrive in Reykjavik
Arrive in Keflavik and transfer from Keflavik airport to Reykajavik for check-in at your hotel. In the evening enjoy a welcome reception with your tour guide
Overnight: Reykjavik
DAY 3, Saturday - Morning City Sightseeing
After breakfast, drive into the capital for a morning city sightseeing tour of Reykjavik. The tour traverses the old town center to the Parliament, the Cathedral, the harbor, the National Museum and the Höfdi House, site of 1986 Iceland Summit where Reagan and Gorbachev met. Perlan, located on the Öskjuhlid hill, offers a spectacular view over the capital area. Visit an outdoor swimming pool heated by the geothermal waters and a museum dedicated to the renowned sculptor Asmundur Sveinsson. In the afternoon, visit the famous Blue Lagoon, a unique natural pool of mineral rich geothermal water located in the middle of a lava field. Enjoy a refreshing bath or swim in the pleasantly warm mineral-rich water reputed for its healing properties
Overnight: Reykjavik
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Sunday - South Shore
Depart from Reykjavik to Hellisheioi, for a tour of the Hellisheioi Geothermal powerplant, where geothermal energy has been extensively harnessed for the region's vibrant greenhouse industry. Journey through the rich farmlands and onward to majestic mountains, where the impressive volcano Hekla can be seen on a clear day. Travel to Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss, two of the numerous awe-inspiring waterfalls set along the coast, and visit the Skogar Folk Museum to see how Icelanders creatively adapted to their challenging environment. On to the Solheimajökull glacier, see and feel the impact that global warming has had on Icelandic glaciers. Continue to Dyrholaey Nature Reserve for a stroll to a magnificent cliff projecting out into the ocean. Then head back westward to overnight near the small town of Vik
Overnight: Vik
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5, Monday - Skaftafell National Park, Jokulsarlon glacial lagoon
Drive from Vik over the Skeidararsandur outwash plains to Skaftafell National Park, one of Iceland's most amazing examples of sheer natural splendor, dominated by Vatnajökull, Europe's largest ice cap. Enjoy a short hike to see the stunning contrast between the lush vegetation and barren slopes, culminating with exciting views of the peaks in Skaftafell. Continue to the Jökulsarlon glacial lagoon with its immense floating icebergs. Here, take a boat excursion that brings you face to face with these breathtaking natural wonders
Overnight: Vik
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6, Tuesday - Gullfoss, Geysir, Thingvellir, Borgarfjordur
Today, depart for the renowned Geysir geothermal area to see the famous great Geysir and the hot spring Strokkur, which spouts every few minutes. Then we drive to Gullfoss, one of Iceland's most impressive waterfalls. The mighty Hvita River appears to simply vanish into the earth, but a closer approach reveals gorgeous staggered falls plunging into a crevice over 100 feet deep. The next stop is Thingvellir National Park, a place of tremendous interest as a primary site of Iceland's geological and historical inheritance. Drive from Thingvellir across the Kaldidalur highland trail to the woods of Husafell. Finally, continue to Hraunfossar Falls and the historic Reykholt, home of medieval chieftain, scholar and poet Snorri Sturluson. Stop at Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring before continuing to your hotel
Please note: In May the tour travels over Kjosaskard Pass and along Hvalfjördur to the Borgarfjördur area
Overnight: Borgarnes
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7, Wednesday - Borgarfjordur Valley, Settlement Center, Snaefellsnes
This morning visit the Settlement Center in Borgarnes. The Settlement Center offers an opportunity to learn about the mystical Viking era, how they sailed across the Atlantic ocean in the year 800 AD, and how they discovered Iceland. The visit provides perspective on the people and the culture of Iceland in a concise and interesting way. Next, enjoy a full day excursion to Snaefellsnes peninsula, a Green Globe benchmarked region, making it a model for sustainable tourism. Drive through the Myrar district amidst moors and lava fields and past the extinct volcanic crater of Eldborg. On a clear day we will enjoy a view of the serene Snaefellsjökull Glacier. Snaefellsnes is a unique area with a variety of fascinating geological features such as lava fields, volcanoes, glaciers, mineral springs, beautifully formed rocks, yellow and black sand beaches as well as caves and captivating bird colonies. The best known attraction is unquestionably Snaefellsjökull Glacier, a beautifully shaped strato volcano at the very end of the peninsula. The glacier and the unspoiled natural wonders surrounding it is the scene of Jules Verne's classic novel Journey to the Center of the Earth and is rumored to be one of seven most magical sites on Earth. Enjoy dinner this evening at the hotel and celebrate a farewell to this stark yet sublime land
Overnight: Hellissandur
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8, Thursday - Snaefellsnes, Stykkisholmur, Reykjavik
The day begins with a drive to Bjarnarhöfn Farm, where Mr. Hildibrandur, a shark farmer, serves shark meat and schnapps Brennivin, the traditional Icelandic combination otherwise known as "Blackdeath." Mr. Hildibrandur is an original character who has the remarkable ability to tell stories in the Icelandic tongue, yet have them understood by whomever listens, whatever language they speak. This afternoon, upon reaching the village of Stykkisholmur, there will be the option to go on a fantastic boat trip on Breidafjördur Fjord, famous for its countless islands and abundant bird life. You might enjoy simply walking around the village, immersing yourself in the local beauty. Finally, drive back to Reykjavik in the afternoon with the evening free at leisure to catch up on last minute shopping or to explore the city independently. Optional Breidafjördur Fjord Boat Tour is available locally
Overnight: Hellissandur
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9, Friday - Depart for the USA
Transfer to Keflavik Airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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