Available Nov 1 - Dec 10, 2011 and Feb 1 - Mar 26, 2012
The lovely Lake Myvatn nature reserve near the Arctic Circle is well known for its volcanic wonders. During the winter it is also gaining a name for its winter outdoor adventure, and for the possibility of seeing northern lights (sightings not guaranteed). Come up north and enjoy this unique winter paradise where you can try cross country skiing, snowmobiling and even horseback riding and go karting on frozen Lake Myvatn! Accommodations are at the comfortable three star Sel hotel Myvatn located near the exotic "pseudo" craters of Skutustadir.
While sightings are not guaranteed, the area is well positioned for excellent opportunities to view Northern Lights on cold, clear nights.
Additional winter activities that you can book in the Lake Myvatn area:
Snowmobiling: Take an exciting adventure on snowmobiles out on the frozen Lake Mývatn or travel deep into the Highlands with a guide. 30 min and 1 hour tours available.
Super-Jeep: Sightseeing at Myvatn combined with Super jeep adventures. Superjeeps are well equipped to take you into areas that ordinary cars cannot reach. Three tours are available, focusing on exploring Myvatn and the Northeast highlands, including Dettifoss, Europe's most powerful waterfall.
Sightseeing tours: Take advantage of sightseeing tours to some interesting places such as Icelandic farms, a geothermal power station, museums and even a search for the northern lights. Cross-country skiing: The Lake Myvatn area and surrounding Highlands are great for cross-country skiing. There is a good mixture of terrain for all levels of skiers.
Winter garden: Enjoy different kinds of amusements on the frozen lake; bowling, cricket, skating, etc.
Washington, DC departures available through Dec 10, 2011
Extra nights are based on staying in Reykjavik after tour
Northern Nights
Double
Single
Extra Night Double
Extra Night Single
Boston and New York
from $1,529*
from $1,655*
$69
$95
Seattle
from $1,715*
from $1,715*
$69
$95
Note: Package prices may be higher based on departure date and gateway
Itinerary
Day 1: Evening departure on Icelandair to Iceland. Complimentary soft drinks and in flight entertainment.
Day 2: Early morning arrival in Iceland. Fly Bus transfer bus to Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura in Reykjavik. Rest of your day open to enjoy Reykjavik. We suggest a visit to the popular outdoor geothermal swimming pool, a great way to refresh yourself after a long flight! Your hotel also has a nice salt water geothermal indoor pool, unique for its kind in Iceland. (No meals today)
Day 3: Early breakfast at your hotel. On your own, transfer to Reykjavik City Airport (about 5 minutes by cab). Check in no later than 45 minutes before your flight. Flight to Akureyri is about 45 minutes. Transfer from Akureyri to Lake Myvatn, including a tour of the Lake Myvatn area. Check in to the Sel Hotel, located near the famous Skutustadir pseudo craters of Myvatn. Enjoy your day and evening in Myvatn- and keep an eye out for the Northern Lights. Dinner at Sel-Hotel Myvatn.
Day 4: Breakfast at the Hotel. The day is yours to enjoy the area and the Winter Garden (admission not included). Maybe you will try snowmobiling or Super Jeeps. Perhaps you might rent some cross country skis and explore the exotic Myvatn landscape at your own pace on ski paths. You also should visit the new Nature Baths and enjoy the exotic experience of bathing in the hot spring-fed Nature Baths in a setting of natural wonder (transfers and admission to Nature Baths can be arranged at the hotel). Dinner at the hotel.
Day 5: Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Akureyri Airport for your flight at around 6-6:30pm. En route to the airport enjoy a sightseeing tour of Akureyri, a colorful and charming town close to the Arctic Circle. Arrive in Reykjavik around 7:30pm. ON OWN transfer to Reykjavik hotel and enjoy a final evening in the charming northernmost capital of the world!
Day 6: Morning free for your own activities. Afternoon Fly Bus transfer to keflavik airport for your return flight to North America.
Reykjavik: Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura ****: (formerly Icelandair Hotel Loftleidir) The Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura guarantees early check in to travelers arriving on overnight flights from North America. Check in guaranteed by 9am!
Four-star Reykjavik accommodation show casing the best of Icelandic nature. Newly-renovated Reykjavik Natura is close to the city center, in the quiet Oskjuhlid wooded area near the sea. The name of our hotel is inspired by the outstanding natural beauty that is on our doorstep. We are ISO 14001 certified as a green hotel.
The Natura is located next to Reykjavik landmark "the Pearl" and its surrounding woods and pleasant walking/cycling paths, and just a short walk from Nautholsvik thermal beach, where you can take a dip in a warmed lagoon of the North Atlantic, try some sea kayaking, or simply soak in a relaxing thermal hot tub (activities operate May - Aug). Our hotel also overlooks the nearby mountains and sea, as well as the city’s small domestic airport; spotting propeller planes as they come in to land is very popular with our younger guests! The hotel is close (yet just far enough, many say!) to the excitement of Reykjavik’s historical city center. It takes less than 30 minutes by foot to reach this area; hotel offers a free shuttle bus several times a day. You can also take a free bus to the Kringlan Shopping Center to stock up on souvenirs.
Well-known for its welcoming and attentive staff, the newly renovated, elegant "green" hotel offers a comfortable restaurant, cocktail lounge, beauty salon, the elegant Soley Nature Spa, and a tour desk. Its 220 guest rooms feature private bath/shower with hair dryer, telephone, radio, and satellite TV. This hotel offers new Satt restaurant, a stylish cocktail lounge, gift shop, free storytelling nights (Thursdays), complimentary Icelandic themed movies in the hotel cinema, and a tour desk.
The Sel Hotel Myvatn (***) The Sel Hotel Myvatn is conveniently located at Myvatn's gateway, near the intriguing pseudo craters of Skutustadir. The hotel offers some of North Iceland's finest accommodations. Rooms have private bathrooms, hairdryer, satellite TV and a direct dial phone. On site is a restaurant specializing in local cuisine, along with a casual grill offering sandwiches, soups and light meals. Also on site are a sauna, a living room area where guests can relax and a convenience store. During the winter, guests can also rent cross-country skiing equipment for nearby trails and arrange for outdoor activities and admissions to the Winter Garden. Nearby is an old fashioned geothermal swimming pool.
Includes
Round-trip air transportation from Boston (BOS), New York (JFK), Washington, DC (IAD) and Seattle (SEA) (Seattle departures additional $60 per person round trip)
Round-trip domestic flights on Air Iceland between Reykjavik City Airport and Akureyri
Round-trip Keflavik International Airport/hotel transfers in Reykjavik on first and last day
Accommodations with two nights in a double room at Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura or similar
Accommodations with two nights in a double room at Sel Hotel Myvatn
Scandinavian buffet breakfast daily except arrival day
Two dinners at Sel Hotel Myvatn
Domestic airport tax for Air Iceland flights
Guided Transfers to/from Akureyri airport and Lake Myvatn.
Myvatn sightseeing tour
Akureyri Sightseeing tour
Note: Package prices may be higher based on departure date and gateway
Excludes
Personal travel insurance available through Access America
Transfers between Reykjavik hotel and Reykjavik City Airport
Activities in Myvatn (bookable at the hotel)
Conditions
Minimum stay 4 nights, maximum stay 14 nights
Packages require that each night of your trip must be in hotels booked through Icelandair Holidays prior to departure
All additional nights must be booked at the same hotel.
Subject to availability and price change
No refund for unused portion of package or service once travel has commenced
Cancellations/Changes are $400 per person up to 30 days before departure. No refunds or changes 29 days or less to departure.
*Prices quoted include fuel surcharge of $244 per person , plus applicable taxes and official charges by destination of approximately $88 - $100, per person including the Sept. 11th Security Fee.
*Prices quoted are exclusive of applicable taxes and official charges by destination of approximately $100-$210, per person including the Sept. 11th Security Fee of $2.50 per U.S. enplanement.
