Reykjavik & Akureyri | 2 Centre
Year Round Departures
This Itinerary has been specially designed to combine the Capital Cities of North & South Iceland. Individual travel arrangements
are made, thus retaining your freedom to do as you please. During your stay in Reykjavik it is possible to visit most of the major
tourist attractions in the South, either by scheduled bus, hired car or on a guided excursion. Whilst staying in Iceland’s Northern Capital - Akureyri, guided excursions to two major attractions are included.
REYKJAVIK HOTELS
Hotel Reykjavik - Tourist
Icelandair Loftleidir Hotel - Superior
AKUREYRI HOTELS
Hotel Kea - Superior
This elegant hotel is located in the heart of Akureyri, offering high standards of elegance, quality, service and comfort. This 4 star hotel offers 73 rooms, all equipped with private facilities, hair dryer, telephone, radio and satellite TV, minibar. Tea/Coffee making facilities. The tastefully decorated Rose Garden Restaurant boasts a superb menu and a well-stocked cellar.
Hotel Harpa - Tourist
Adjoining Hotel Kea with shared reception and dining facilities, Hotel Harpa offers a choice of 25 rooms, equipped with private facilities, hair dryer, telephone, radio and satellite TV. Tea/Coffee making facilities. The rooms are bright and furnished in a functional way to provide guests with a comfortable stay.
Hotel Nordurland - Tourist
Located right in the very centre of this bustling capital of the North. The hotel has 34 rooms with private facilities, telephone,
radio and satellite TV. Tea/Coffee making facilities. The in-house restaurant offers a versatile menu to all its guests.
Proposed ITINERARY
Day 1 UK - Iceland
Fly UK/Keflavik. On arrival transfer by the ‘Flybus’ Service
to your accommodation in Reykjavik.
Day 2 Reykjavik
Please click here For details of Optional Excursions available during your stay in Reykjavik.
Day 3 Reykjavik
- At leisure
Day 4 Reykjavik
- At leisure.
Day 5 Reykjavik - Akureyri
Transfer from Reykjavik to Akureyri:
OPTION 1: By AIR (Journey Time 45 Minutes).
Air Iceland operate at least 4 flights daily from
Reykjavik City Airport.
OPTION 2: By SCHEDULED BUS (Journey Time Approx. 6 Hours).
BSI operate a daily service by the ring road with a number of short stops en-route. Departing Reykjavik Bus Terminal 08:30. Arriving Akureyri Bus Terminal around 14:30.
OPTION 3: By HIGHLAND BUS ‘Kjolur’ Route (Journey Time Approx. 9 Hours.) During July & August BSI operate a daily service through Iceland’s interior, over the ‘Kjolur’ Highland Route taking you on a breathtaking journey through a desert wilderness. Passing the great Geysir area, Gullfoss Waterfall and Hveravellir - a geothermal area with natural hot springs. Departing Reykjavik Bus Terminal 08:30. Arriving Akureyri Bus Terminal 17:30. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your accommodation in Akureyri.
Day 6 Akureyri - Lake Myvatn - Akureyri
Guided tour by coach to one of Iceland’s most fascinating and enchanting Northern regions - Lake Myvatn, famed for its wondrous scenery. Leaving Akureyri, along the fjord of Eyjafjordur, through the valley of Frjoskadalur with its lovely meandering river via the scenic Godafoss Waterfall onwards to Lake Myvatn. A protected Nature Reserve - a region teaming with wild fowl and surrounded by mountains and deserts, rich in natural elements such as lava fields, fissures and mud pools - an absolute paradise for nature lovers. Note: From mid June – mid August instead of this classic Lake Myvatn/ Godafoss Tour we can offer the combined Lake Myvatn/Dettifoss Tour [Part Guided]. Supplement £12.50 Per Person.
Day 7 Akureyri - Husavik Whale Watching - Akureyri
Guided tour to the delightful fishing village of Husavik situated on the North Eastern shores, a typical Icelandic town with its picturesque Harbour. Husavik is without a doubt the Whale Watching ‘Capital’ of Iceland. In recent years North Sailing have enjoyed an incredible success rate for whale sightings. Down at the harbour we board one of the boats ‘Knorrinn’ or ‘Haukur’ heading West across the bay, excitement soon grips both passengers and crew on the look out for whales. Minke whales are seen on almost every excursion with some spectacular sightings over the years. Note: Whale Watching is not possible from mid September – April. During this period a tour of Akureyri & Surroundings will be offered.
Day 8 Akureyri - Reykjavik - UK
After breakfast, transfer to Akureyri Airport to connect with a flight by Air Iceland to Reykjavik City Airport. Your return transfer back to Keflavik International Airport has been arranged by the ‘Flybus’ Service which departs from Reykjavik BSI Bus Terminal 2 ½ - 3 Hours before the departure time of your flight back to the UK.
Note: This Itinerary can be extended to include additional nights in Reykjavik and/or Akureyri. Any duration/permutation possible.