Nature's Power

From $1,468* pp dbl

Much of Iceland’s strength comes from volcanoes and glaciers! Explore the winding roads of western and southern Iceland.  Rent a 4WD vehicle and discover the hidden beauties of the highland interior.

Duration: 6 Nights in Iceland

Afternoon flights from North America depart on these days and arrive in Iceland the same night.  Guests can usually check into their room right away at the hotel. Evening flights from America depart the evening before and arrive in Iceland early in the morning on the above dates.  Please note that your room may not be ready for immediate check-in. 

Accommodations: Country hotels, guesthouses, boarding schools and farm guesthouses.  All rooms have private bathrooms. Meals: Breakfast daily except arrival plus two in-flight dinners. Recommended car: All car types and higher (4WD only for mountain road driving)

Price

Nature's Power per person prices (based on double occupancy and 2 people sharing car)

Recommended Car Type:  All types shown

Price per person

Note:  Rates may be higher based on dates and gateway chosen

Shoulder 1 = May 1 - May 31,2010 and Sep 1- Oct 31, 2010

Shoulder 2 = Jun 1 - 15 and Aug 25 - 31, 2010

Summer= Jun 16 = Aug 24, 2010

Car type 1: Economy 2WD Manual (Toyota Yaris  5 doors or similar)

Car type 2: Compact 2WD Manual (Toyota Corolla Sedan or similar)

Car type 3.1: Intermediate Automatic 2WD (Toyota Avensis Sedan Automatic or similar)

Car type 3.2: Intermediate Station Wagon 2WD manual (Toyota Verso Station Wagon or similar)

Itinerary

Nature's Power

(B= Breakfast)

Departure Day: Depart from North America on evening flight (all gateways) or afternoon flight (Boston or New York). Complimentary soft drinks and in seat entertainment system.  Meals and headsets available for purchase or bring your own.

Day 1: Arrival Day: After going through customs, head to the Fly Bus waiting at the curb outside the airport. Give your Fly Bus transfer (included in documents) to driver or attendant on bus. Transfer to hotel in Reykjavik for your first night in Iceland.  There should be a pack of documents concerning your journey for you at the hotel. (No meals included today)

Day 2: After an early morning car pickup at Hertz drive through Whale Fjord (there is a toll involved for this, not included) via a sea tunnel or take the slightly longer, but more scenic coastal road to historic Borgarfjordur village. Pass Eldborg crater on the way to Snaefellsnes and its crown jewel, the sparkling glacial ice cap covering the volcano where Jules Verne began his masterpiece "Journey to the Center of the Earth". Optional activities (arranged in Iceland): Snowmobiling on Snaefellsjokull Glacier (B)

Day 3: Today is yours to seek out the mysteries of Snaefellsnes Peninsula. "Where the glacier meets the sky, the land ceases to be earthly, instead the earth becomes one with the heavens,? Halldor Laxness once wrote. You can see his inspiration in sites such as the Arnarstapi sea cliffs, the vast rocky beaches with rich bird and seal life and in bustling fishing villages. In so many places here man has learned to exist in harmony with nature. optional activities (arranged in Iceland): Bird watching boat tour from Stykkisholmur (B)

Day 4: Witness the awesome power of nature in the form of a fantastic waterfall that appears to escape out from lava walls. Learn about Iceland's volatile history when you visit Reykholt, home to the great 12th century Saga author Snorri Sturluson. Savor the beauty of Gullfoss waterfalls and the power of Geysir hot springs. (B)

Day 5: Enjoy water in all its forms when you visit scenic Skogafoss waterfall, stroll along the seacoast at Vik and view glittering Myrdalsjokull glacier. Drive through lush farmlands en route to Reykjavik. Overnight at hotel in Reykjavik. Optional activities (arranged in Iceland): Snowmobiling on Myrdalsjokull Glacier, kayaking from Stokkseyri (B)

Day 6: Today explore the hidden lunarscapes of the Reykjanes Peninsula and Lake Kleifarvatn. This area hides unique treasures including bird watching cliffs, fishing villages, lighthouses and a bridge dividing Europe from North America. The crown jewel, however, is the world-famous Blue Lagoon, which you might enjoy visiting. The area also offers great whale watching and horseback riding. Drop off your car in Reykjavik. (B)

Day 7: Morning free for own activities before afternoon Fly Bus transfer to Keflavik airport. (B)

Includes

• Round-trip air transportation from New York (JFK), Boston (BOS), Seattle (SEA), Minneapolis - St. Paul (MSP) , Toronto (YYZ) and Halifax (YHZ)
• Round-trip Fly Bus transfers
• Accommodations based on double occupancy (Three passenger bookings have one double and one single room)
• Breakfast every day except arrival 
• Detailed Road Map upon arrival
• Rental car with unlimited mileage and value added tax for 5 days

Excludes

• Personal travel insurance (arranged by passenger)
• Meals other than those listed in itinerary
• Collision and damages waiver (approx. $24** per day)
• All activities and admissions
• Meals not listed in itinerary 
• Gasoline
• Additional driver fee (approx. $6** per person per day plus applicable taxes)

Conditions

• Credit card imprint required upon picking up car
• Lower prices in May and September may indicate that some tourist services may not be available
• Note: Itinerary may be altered by tour operator. Luggage porterage not available at countryside hotels
• *Prices quoted are exclusive of applicable taxes and official charges by destination of approximately $100 per person, including the Sep. 11 Security Fee.
• ** = paid to Hertz in Iceland