Iceland Discovery

• Start Reykjavik, Iceland
• Finish Reykjavik, Iceland
• Destination Iceland
• Style Original
• Theme Explorer
• Code BMSI
• Ages Min 15
• Group size Min 1, Max 12

• On this trip we are travelling in our own private minibus as this allows us to reach some more off the beaten path destinations and gives us flexibility which would not be possible by public transport. And on top of that all our vehicles in Iceland have complimentary Wi-Fi.

• There's a lot more to Iceland than ice (and Bjork). Ford the fjords, glaciers, volcanoes, black sands and thermal springs of this magical land in the world's far north

• Discover Iceland's fascinating history on a tour of Reykjavik, which includes a visit to the astonishing Lutheran church of Hallgrimskirkja

• The Eurasian and American tectonic plates may now be pulling apart in Thingvellir National Park, but over a thousand years ago this was the site where Iceland's first parliament came together

• Hike to the tongue of Europe's biggest glacier in Skaftafell National Park

• Southern Iceland is a world of striking contrasts. Glide past blue-white icebergs on a boat tour of Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon, and soak up the silence of the surrounding grey sand desert

Day 1: Reykjavik

Day 2: Golden Circle / Hvolsvollur Valley

Day 3: South Coast / Skaftafell National Park / Jokulsarlon

Day 4: East Fjords / Seydisfjordur

Day 5: Modrudalur Valley

Day 6: Lake Myvatn

Day 7: Akureyri / Gauksmyri

Day 8: Snaefellsnes Peninsula

Day 9: Reykjavik

Day 10: Reykjavik

Meals

9 breakfasts, 3 dinners

Transport

Private minibus with free Wi-Fi

Accommodation

Guesthouse & Farm Stay (8 nights), Hostel (1 night)

Included activities

• Golden Circle (Thingevellir National Park, Strokkur Geysir, Gullfoss Waterfall)
• Responsible Travel Tree Planting Activity
• Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon Boat Tour
• Skaftafell National Park
• Skogafoss Waterfall
• Rocks of Reynisfjara
• Lake Myvatn
• Dettifoss Waterfall
• Namaskard Boiling Mud Pools, Dimmuborgir & Skutustadir Crater Group
• Godafoss Waterfall
• Akureyri Walking Tour
• Snaefellsnes National Park
• Reykjavik Walking Tour

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
A single supplement is not available on this trip.

COSTS & PRICES
Iceland can be an expensive destination in many ways, from museum entrance fees to outdoor activities, but especially in terms of eating out. Your leader will be able to advise on how to save money. In remote areas the only option for dinner will be at the guesthouse we are staying at. Stock up on food at a supermarket prior to arrival if you would like to opt out eating at the guesthouse's restaurant. Please make sure you read the trip notes carefully in order to know what is and what isn't included in the trip price.

2020 ITINERARY CHANGES
In 2020 the length of the itinerary will be reduced to 8 days. The itinerary will still include the entire loop around Iceland, but will focus more in-depth on fewer locations. This change takes place due to traveller feedback collected throughout 2017 and 2018, and allows this trip to represent better value for the traveller.