Prices From £540.00 Per Person
Based on 2 People Sharing (Driver Plus 1 Passenger) 2WD S Group Vehicle, October - April Departures

Proposed Itinerary

DAY 1 UK – ICELAND
Fly UK/Iceland. Collect hired vehicle on arrival at Keflavik International Airport.
Overnight Reykjavik: FossHotel or similar.

DAY 2 SOUTH
Spend the day exploring Iceland’s ‘Golden Circle’. Drive to the mighty Gullfoss Waterfall where the water from the river ‘Hvita’ violently drops some 32m into a deep meandering gorge. Geysir, here among the numerous hot springs and mud pools, you will find the world’s most active geyser ‘Strokkur’ which is likely to spout for you to heights of 20 m. Thingvellir National Park a most stunningly beautiful area, flanked by snow covered peaks and home to Iceland’s largest Lake, ‘Thingvallavatn’. A place where a wealth of natural attractions can be found, and where the Great Atlantic Rift is clearly visible. The next three nights will be spent in the Southern Countryside.
Overnight Nesjavellir: FossHotel or similar.
Optional Activity: River Rafting on Hvita.

DAY 3 SOUTH
Spend the day exploring further Iceland’s spectacular southern region. Beyond the ‘Golden Circle’ are a wealth of attractions the highlights of which include; Thjorsardalur Valley dominated by the celebrated volcano Mt. Hekla, the beautiful Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss Waterfalls and Myrdalsjokull Glacier . Other options (4WD needed) include the spectacular Thorsmork Nature Reserve, a forested glacial valley, surrounded by snow peaks and glaciers along with the fascinating colourful region of Landmannalaugar with its trademark rhyolite mountains.
Optional Activity: Snowmobile Ride On Myrdalsjokull Glacier.

DAY 4 SOUTH
Explore the Reykjanes Peninsula, visit the famous Blue Lagoon with time to relax and enjoy a bathe in its bright blue mineral rich geothermal waters. Visit the picturesque fishing village of Grindavik and the geothermal area of Krisuvik with its steamholes and bubbling mud pools. Then onto the Greenhouse Village of Hveragerdi where abundant geothermal energy is used for growing fruits, vegetables and flowers.
Optional Activity: Bathing in the Blue Lagoon.

DAY 5 SOUTH - WEST
Drive West via Hvalfjordur Fjord through the lush farmlands to where the Borgarfjordur District and Snaefellsnes Peninsula awaits for a stay of two nights. Another option would be to drive the Kaldidalur Mountain Road F550.
(Note:4WD Vehicle needed and the pass is normally closed to traffic until mid June).
Overnight Reykholt: FossHotel or similar.

DAY 6 WEST
The 100 Km long Snaefellsnes Peninsula and the Breidafjordur Bay area with its rich birdlife are among the ‘must see’ locations in Iceland. Highlights include the unusual rock formations at Arnarstapi. The majestic Snaefellsjokull Glacier, the fishing villages of Hellissandur, Grundarfjordur and Stykkisholmur.
Optional Activities: Whale Watching From Olafsvik Harbour. Snowmobile Ride On Snaefellsjokull Glacier. Breidafjordur Bird & Island Cruise From Stykkisholmur.

DAY 7 WEST - REYKJAVIK
Return to Iceland’s Capital Reykjavik, via the scenic Hvalfjordur
(Whale Fjord) North of Mt. Esja. Spend the rest of the day in Reykjavik shopping or sightseeing.
Overnight Reykjavik: FossHotel or similar.
Optional Activity: Whale Watching Boat Safari from Reykjavik Harbour

DAY 8 ICELAND - UK
Return Vehicle to Keflavik Airport to connect with your flight back to the UK.

Tour Details
Encounter Iceland Itinerary [Year Round Departures]:
2 Nights Reykjavik
5 Nights On The Road
London(Heathrow): Daily
Glasgow: Apr-May & Sept Daily Except
Mondays/Wednesdays/Saturdays.
Jun-Aug. Daily Except Thursdays & Saturdays
Manchester: Mondays & Fridays

Day Flight Option London(Heathrow)
Outbound 13:00/15:00. Supplement available on request

Price Includes:
• Return Economy Class Scheduled Flights by Icelandair UK/Iceland.
London(Heathrow) Flights Based on ‘Evening Special’ Departures:
Outbound: 21:10/23:10. Inbound: 16:10/20:10.
• All Airport Taxes.
• 7 Days Car Hire, as booked.
Including Unlimited Mileage. CDW Insurance Cover & Sales Tax.
• 7 Nights Iceland Encounter Itinerary, as booked. Accommodation throughout in FossHotels or similar with Private Facilities.
Based on Twin[Share] or Family Room where applicable.
Note: Driver Only or Third Adult Pay Single Room Supplement.
• Breakfast.


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