8 Day Magical Iceland with Reykjavik | Blue Lagoon | Lava Tunnel | Whale...

This in-depth 8 day tour takes you across the beautiful country of Iceland along with its many sites. You will see the Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir and Thingvellir National Park on the Golden Circle route. The raw beauty of South Iceland will be in all its glory when you see Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss, Diamond Beach, Glacier Lagoon and the Black Sand Beach. Visit the mesmerizing Snæfellsnes National Park. Enter a Glacier Cave. Relax in the Blue Lagoon. In this tour you will visit almost all of Iceland within 8 days. ● Includes 7 Nights in hotels with breakfast ● Hotels, transfers and sightseeing tours are booked. Just fly in and enjoy Iceland, hassle-free ● Travel in a group and meet like minded travellers along the way ● Visit almost all the regions of Iceland on your tour

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Itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1 — Welcome to Iceland

   • Welcome to Iceland Individual transfer by Coach from Keflavik Airport to a bus stop near your accommodation in Reykjavík where you spend the night.

   Hotel in Reykjavik Area

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   Day 2 — The Reykjavik Tour in 24 hours

   • The Reykjavik Tour in 24 hours A bus tour with City Sightseeing and explore Reykjavík at your leisure, with the opportunity to hop on and off at conveniently located bus stops. This bus pass is valid for 24 hours so you take your time to enjoy a full day of Reykjavik. It's a city that boasts the best of both worlds; a modern, trendy and forward-looking capital whilst at the same time being so close to its unspoiled nature. Reykjavik truly is a magical place to behold.

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   Day 3 — Golden Circle: This tour takes you on a day trip to see the Geysir, Gullfoss and Thingvellir National Park.

   • You will spend your time encountering a cross-section of Iceland's natural wonders and geological phenomena at Thingvellir National Park, an area of historical and geological significance.
   • The Geysir geothermal area boasts spouting springs, including Strokkur, the most active geyser in Iceland.
   • At Gullfoss you are given the opportunity to stand next to the amazing waterfall, watching enormous quantities of water tumble violently into a deep, meandering gorge.

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   Day 4 — South Iceland

   • Skógafoss is an iconic Icelandic waterfall, it is the starting point of the Fimmvörðuháls hiking trail over into Þórsmörk. The waterfall was also used in filming Thor: The Dark World and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.
   • Seljalandsfoss is part of the Seljalandsá river, which has its origins in Eyjafjallajökull glacier. What makes Seljalandsfoss so famous and interesting is that you can walk behind it. We recommend you bring either a raincoat or a waterproof coat along if you want to walk behind it.
   • Vík is a charming village surrounded by high beautiful bird cliffs. Population: 300
   • Huge blocks of ice constantly break off the glacier, Breiðamerkurjökull, and large icebergs float on the lagoon. The lagoon is not very wide but it is up to 250 meters deep which makes it the deepest lake in Iceland. Breiðamerkurjökull is an outlet of the Vatnajökull glacier
   • The Diamond Beach is a strip of black sand located by Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon.Here, the icebergs which fill Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon wash up on shore, standing dazzling and defiant in stark contrast to the black sand beach.

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   Day 5 — Snæfellsnes National Park

   • The Snæfellsnes peninsula in the West of Iceland is almost like a miniature version of the entire island.The area has beautiful samples of some of the natural wonders Iceland is so famous for. This includes black beaches, magnificent mountains, volcanic craters, incredible birdlife, magical caves, and of course, the most picturesque glacier of them all, Snæfellsjökull. This tour stops at the small fishing village of Arnarstapi and provides real insight into quintessential volcanic craters. Along the way you’ll get great views of the iconic Kirkjufell mountain and the dark cliffs and black sand of Djúpalónssandur bay are a favourite among photographers. In the middle of this beautiful peninsula sits Snæfellsjökull, the stunning glacier that has captured the imagination of people all over the world, including Jules Verne who began his "Journey to the Centre of the Earth" at Snæfellsjökull glacier. The tour offers numerous views of this beautiful landmark.

   Hotel in Reykjavik Area

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   Day 6 — The Lava Tunnel & Whale Watching

   • Experience the natural phenomenon of Raufarhólshellir lava tunnels as you explore it in an easy and enjoyable manner. The 1360 metre (4500 ft) tunnel was formed during the Leitahraun eruption, which occurred about 5200 years ago and is a unique Icelandic natural attraction. A guide will lead you through Raufarhólshellir’s colourful landscape where the formation of the tunnel is highlighted with beautiful lighting.
   • The adventure continues as we head to the Old Harbour in downtown Reykjavík for a Whale Watching tour with Special Tours Wildlife Adventures. Experience the wild behaviour of the whales in Faxaflói bay while looking for these phenomenal species, including minke whales, harbour porpoises, humpback whales and white-beaked dolphins.

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   Day 7 — Blue Lagoon

   • Soak up in the warm and comfortable Blue Lagoon, one of the wonders of the world, during your visit in Iceland. The Blue Lagoon is one of Iceland's most famous tourist attractions, and considered by many to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, as well as an unmissable part of one´s visit to Iceland. The Blue Lagoon offers a lava and moss filled scenery, state of the art facilities, a unique atmosphere and silica masks that make your skin extra firm, yet incredibly soft! For these reasons and many more, visitors from all over the world visit the Blue Lagoon daily, and many return again and again. After having enjoyed all that the Blue Lagoon has to offer, you return to Reykjavík.

   Hotel in Reykjavik Area

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   Day 8 — Reykjavik City Accommodation to Keflavik Airport Transfer

   • Airport Transfer

What's included

• ✓Golden Circle Tour - Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir
• ✓Snæfellsnes National Park
• ✓Breakfast
• ✓All Sightseeings & transfers by coach
• ✓Hotel Pickup & Drop
• ✓7 Nights in Hotel
• ✓The Lava Tunnel & Whale Watching
• ✓Blue Lagoon
• ✓The Reykjavik Tour in 24 hours Hop On Hop Off
• ✓Black Sand Beach | Glacier Lagoon | Seljalandsfoss Waterfall | Skogafoss Waterfall | Diamond Beach

Not included

• ✗Flights
• ✗VISA & Insurance
• ✗Items of Personal Nature

What to expect

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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