Itinerary
Day1-2.REYKJAVIK.Getting off to an immediate start, you will be collected at the airport and taken to the beautiful geothermal pools of the Blue Lagoon. Set amidst a dramatic field of black basalt lava, relax in the mineral rich waters that average a balmy 35-40C, before looking over the spectacular views in the sauna and steam baths. You will then head to Reykjavik where you will stay two nights at your hotel.Accomodation 101 Hotel
Day 2-Reykjavik.Exploring the cosmopolitan capital on the second day, you will be taken on a tour around Reykjavik’s major landmarks. From the lively coast and harbour to the remarkable building, the Pearl, you will spend the day immersed in the quirky Icelandic city. After seeing the city from the ground, you will then board a private helicopter and fly over the dramatic scenery to the natural hot springs in the colourful Hengill geothermal area- taking 'bathing in style' to a whole new level.
Day 3-4.SNAEFELLSNES PENINSULA.Spending two nights in the ‘miniature Iceland’, you will explore the famous Snaefellsjokul glacier, wander along the interesting beaches, full of caves, canyons and cliffs made of columnar basalt, tour around the tiny Icelandic villages and follow the path of lava flow through an 8,000 year old cave. With all that happening on the first day, your second day on the peninsula will revolve around the sea, with a visit to the shark museum in Bjarnarhof, where you can learn how to make the traditional fermented shark and even taste some if you dare. You will then go on a thrilling boat trip to see the majestic whales in the North Atlantic Ocean.Accomodation Hotel Egilsen
Day 5-6.GOLDEN CIRCLE.The most popular sightseeing tour in Iceland, you will follow the Golden Circle to see the magnificent waterfall, a hot spring area and geyser, and a national park on the UNESCO preservation list. Starting with Thingvellir National Park, the national shrine of Iceland, wander along the tectonic plates seen above sea level that are slowly splitting the country apart. Second on the tour is a stop at the Geysir hot springs so that you can see the vast geothermal fields dotted with bubbling, multi-coloured mud pools. Last on the day’s tour, via a greenhouse that grows tomatoes even in the harsh winter, is the thundering Gullfoss waterfall and its 32 metre drop. After completing the Golden Circle, you will head to the ION, a stylish and sleek hotel set in the volcanic landscape, for two nights as it provides a stunning location to watch the Northern Lights.On the last leg of your holiday, you will be able to walk along the fantastical black sand beaches of Iceland’s South Coast. Walking to Dyrholaey, you can spot some of the inhabitants of the 120m high rock, such as the charming local puffins. To round off the trip, you will be taken to Solheimajokull glacier, where you will have a chance to observe the amazing blue glacier.Accomodation Ion Luxury Adventure Hotel.
Day 7.At the end of you encompassing holiday, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight home.
VIP Experience
101 Hotel Reykjavik.This sleek and modern boutique hotel is located in central Reykjavik, next to the Icelandic Opera House. It offers free Wi-Fi, a fitness center and spa facilities. 101 Hotel also houses a stylish restaurant and bar.Contemporary design, along with black and white interior are featured in every guest room. Each is equipped with a minibar, satellite TV, CD/DVD player and iPod docking station. Some rooms also have harbor views.Hotel 101 is located right around the corner from the city’s main shopping street, Laugavegur. The staff can recommend several restaurants, cafés and shops, all within walking distance of the hotel.
Hotel Egilsen Stykkishólmur.The Hotel stands by the harbor in a fishing town called Stykkishólmur, on the coast of Breiðafjörður (Broad Bay), the bay of thousand islands. Up here, the winters are darker and the summers brighter than most other places. Life moves in its own time and everything has its own story. The people here are storytellers, people of tales who are willing to share their unbridled passion for their local community with their guests.Our dwellers are explorers - strangers in a strange land. When Hótel Egilsen opens these strangers will feel at home; they can mingle with the natives, swap stories, talk about life and plan new adventures.
Ion Luxury Adventure Hotel.Less than an hour’s drive from the hustle and bustle of Reykjavík and set against a backdrop of majestic mountainous lava fields, ION Luxury Adventure Hotel is an unforgettable experience. Whether you are seeking a quiet, soulful soak beneath the Northern Lights, a challenging trek across an ancient glacier or a day of fly-fishing in plentiful icy rivers – at ION Luxury Adventure Hotel, these are only a wish away. ION’s location by the “Golden Circle” route makes it the perfect base from which to explore Iceland’s rich heritage, hardy flora and fauna, and myriad opportunities for extreme adventure. Close to Thingvellir National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), ION provides easy access to all the essential attractions of “the land of fire and ice”. ION takes good care of you upon your return after a day of adventures. Our luxurious rooms, exquisite Silfra Restaurant, award-winning Northern Lights bar, the awesome Lava Spa and the magnificent landscape that stretches out to the horizon wherever you look provides calm and good service so you can recharge, reflect and rejoice. ION recently was granted the acclaimed Boutique Hotel Awards in the sustainability category.
Package Details
You will hit the volcanic ground running with this essential luxury holiday to the country of fire and ice. The first hour into the trip sees you soaking in the warmth of the geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon. This is then followed by an extravagant helicopter ride to isolated hot springs, a boat trip to see the majestic ocean whales, and a tour around the famous Golden Circle. Staying in stylish hotels both in Iceland’s capital, Reykjavik, and countryside, you will spend six nights touring the country’s magnificent natural wonders
Overview:
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2 Nights in Reykjavik
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2 Nights in Stykkishólmur
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2 Nights in Nesjavellir
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Airport&Internal Transfers included.
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Daily Breakfast -.Jain/Vegetarian Options Available
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Sight Seeing as per itineary
Best Time to Visit:
June to September is a great time to enjoy a mild ocean climate thanks to the Gulf Stream. It is relatively mild in winter and cool in summer but this is when you can enjoy almost 24 hours of daylight. The weather can change several times during the day. In midwinter, whilst there is little daylight, it is one of the best times to see the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis).
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