Arctic Explorer

From $1,649* pp dbl

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.

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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.

Price

Arctic Explorer
	Double	Single
Boston New York-JFK	$1,649*	$1,805*
Seattle-Tacoma	$1,724*	$1,880*
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.  Meals, headsets, blankets and pillows available for sale or bring your own.

Day 2: Early morning arrival in Iceland. Fly Bus transfer bus to Icelandair Hotel Loftleidir 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! (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.

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Accommodations:

Reykjavik:
Icelandair Hotel Loftleidir (****)

This hotel is popular for leisure and business travel.  Its 220 guest rooms feature private bath/shower with hair dryer, telephone, radio, and satellite TV. This hotel offers the popular Lon restaurant, a stylish cocktail lounge, Chinese reflexology spa, gift shop, beauty salon, tour desk and indoor swimming pool. Free shuttle service is provided to Old Town Reykjavik.   The hotel is a close walk to the Pearl Nautholsvik nature trails. Standard room size: 21 sq meters.

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) and Seattle (SEA)
• 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 Loftleidir 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

• *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.

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