Day 2: Early morning arrival in Iceland. On own transfer to hotel in Reykjavik. Guaranteed check in by 10am. (only guaranteed for passengers on Icelandair Fly and Hotel packages; normal check-in is 2pm) (applies only to passengers booked on Icelandair Fly and Hotel packages) Enjoy a delicious, complimentary breakfast from the hotel. Rest of the day open for your own activities. Perhaps you'll take the free shuttle bus to the Old Town Reykjavik where you can enjoy the many museums, art galleries and restaurants! We also suggest visiting one of the outdoor geothermal public swimming pools, unique to Iceland. It's a great way to shake off Icelandic and to meet Icelanders.
Day 3: Breakfast at hotel. Morning departure on fantastic day tour introducing the special natural and historical features that make Iceland so unique! Head first for the Reykjanes peninsula where the Atlantic ridge rises above the ocean. The peninsula is marked by active volcanism under its surface, and large lava fields, allowing little vegetation. You'll pass the lighthouse on the westernmost tip of the peninsula which is a magnificent area with rich bird life. You can hear the surf crashing against the beautiful basalt cliffs. You'll also see some of the charming fishing villages that thrive along the Reykjanes coast. After a short stop at the Blue Lagoon, continue to Reykjavik. From there, join the Golden Circle Afternoon tour which leaves Reykjavik at 1pm.
Start by visiting Þingvellir, Iceland’s first National Park and site of the oldest Parliament in the world. This is also where the tectonic plates of the European and North American continents meet in a curious ridge. Then continue onwards to view the majestic and beautiful glacial waterfall Gullfoss and the incredible spouting hot springs of Geysir and Strokkur. On our way back, we stop at Hveragerði village with its numerous greenhouses before travelling over the mountain heath Hellisheiði back to Reykjavik. Tour is about 9 hours. Return to Reykjavik, around 6pm. Lunch is not included but the tour will stop in a place where there are various lunch options.
Note: Since the emphasis is on experiencing the many wonders of the Reykjanes peninsula , the stop at the Blue Lagoon does not allow leisurely time for swimming. If you are interested in spending more time at the Lagoon , we suggest you add a transfer back to the airport on your last day that stops at the Blue Lagoon. This includes admission and you can relax for a few hours before heading to the airport.
Day 4: Breakfast at hotel. Morning open for own activities. On own transfer to airport for late afternoon departure to North America.
About the Hotels: 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 10am! (only guaranteed for passengers on Icelandair Fly and Hotel packages; normal check-in is 2pm)
Four-star Reykjavik accommodation showcasing the best of Icelandic nature. Newly-renovated Reykjavik Natura is close to the city centre, 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 Centre to stock up on souvenirs.
Well-known for its welcoming and attentive staff, the newly reonnovated, 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. During the summer bicycle rental is available and ideal for exploring the city’s many scenic bike paths.
Hilton Reykjavik Nordica Hotel ****
The Hilton Reykjavik Nordica now guarantees early check in to travelers arriving on overnight flights from North America if booked through Icelandair. Check in guaranteed by 10am! (only guaranteed for passengers on Icelandair Fly and Hotel packages; normal check-in is 2pm)
The contemporary Hilton Reykjavik Nordica hotel sits in the financial district of the capital and is only 5- 10 minutes’ walk from Laugar Spa, the outdoor park, Laugardalur the Botanical Gardens and the biggest geothermal swimming pool in Iceland. This hotel features elegant Scandinavian design with a fireplace and cocktail lounge in the modern lobby, a stylish and award-winning restaurant, superb business and conference facilities and state-of-the-art spa and fitness center. With 252 rooms and suites, it is one of Iceland's largest hotels, with private bath/shower, hairdryer, telephone, radio, satellite TV and minibar. Free shuttle service is provided to the nearby city center.
The VOX Restaurant is the perfect meeting place for any occasion, whether it's to enjoy and extravagant meal at VOX Restaurant or a light meal at the VOX Biostro. VOX Restaurant is known for it spectacular lunch buffet and now, for the first time in Iceland, for its amazing High Tea, served at VOX Bar
The elegant NordicaSpa has soothing mineral salt hot tubs, aromatherapy steam rooms, and a Finnish sauna.
The spa offers the famous La Stone volcanic treatment. The hotel also has a superb Panorama Lounge offering the comforts and services sought by the discerning traveler.
Packages require that each night of your trip must be in hotels booked through Icelandair Holidays prior to departure
Additional hotel nights available at additional cost and may be required based on gateway and date chosen
Unused portions of a package cannot be refunded once trip commences
Subject to availability and price change
A $400 change fee per person applies to changes made up to 30 days before departure. Bookings cannot be changed 29 days or less prior 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.
