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Seljalandsfoss Falls/Paul Goodison
Mighty Gullfoss Falls/Lisa Burchill

Land of Ice & Fire - a Family Holiday in Iceland - 2010/11 Itinerary

8 days - from $1510

• Experience the power of nature; from thundering falls, erupting geysers to glaciers & gorges
• Explore this land of ice & fire on land & at sea
• Unwind in the therapeutic waters of the Blue Lagoon

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Glaciers & Gorges
Losing no time we head straight to Iceland's sports capital, Laugarvatn. We base ourselves in this friendly village and explore waterfalls, walk through gorges and visit Thorsmork Nature Reserve - shielded on 3 sides by glaciers and mountains. Laugarvatn sits on an extensive range of hot springs and in our free time here we can choose to swim, have a sauna or hire a boat and row around the lake that takes its name from the town.


Waterfalls & Geysers
Our next stop is Geysir, famous for its Geysers! Here we see the pools erupt into a 30 metre spout of water, an incredible sight. Nearby are the famous waterfalls of Gullfoss; 2 broad cataracts drop into a 50m-deep gorge creating wonderful spray rainbows. A day is spent exploring the Snaefellsnes peninsula, wandering along deserted beaches and through tiny fishing villages, admiring seascapes and the sight of the Snaefellsjokull glacier, where according to Jules Verne's book, the entrance to the centre of the earth can be found.


Reykjavik & Blue Lagoon
We take to the sea for the morning to spot cormorants, puffins and with luck white-tailed eagles. We pass strings of tiny islands, once home to 'Eric the Red', who discovered Greenland. On our way back there's the chance to try some freshly caught sea food, the best you'll ever have! Driving back to Reykjavik, there's time to discover Iceland's charming capital and the option to venture out to sea again on a whale watching trip.

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Itinerary:

Day 1 Join Reykjavik Airport; drive to Laugarvatn. Days 2/3 Glaciers, geysers and waterfalls Our first full day in Iceland see us heading to Thorsmork Nature Reserve, a dramatic valley formed by a glacier where stunning falls cascade over sheer cliffs. On our second day in Laugarvatn we visit two of Iceland's most famous highlights as explore the area around the stunning Gullfoss Falls and the spouting geysers at Geysir (after which all others are named). This afternoon is free at Laugavartn to hire a boat and paddle round the lake or relax in the local sauna! Day 4 Thingvellir Today we head to the home of Europe's oldest parliament - although not much remains, the area is stunning with the continental shelf sticking out of the earth in a long ridge, with waterfalls cascading over it. Later we continue to the wild Atlantic coast. Day 5 Snaefellsnes Peninsula From our base at Hof we explore the beautiful and wild west coast of Iceland including the option to go snowmobiling on the Snaefellsnes glacier. Day 6 Wildlife spotting Taking to the seas today we explore the wildlife-rich islands off the peninsula and enjoy some freshly caught sea food before we head back to Reykjavik. Day 7 Whale watching A free day in Iceland's capital gives us the opportunity to go whale watching (optional). Day 8 Blue Lagoon We unwind in the thermal waters this morning before the tour ends.

Accommodations: 5nts at comfortable hotels in Laugarvatn and Olafsvik, 2nts at a friendly guesthouse in Reykjavik - the majority of rooms are ensuite, although the guesthouse in Laugarvatn has shared bathrooms; 7 breakfasts included.
Transport: Bus/Boat.
Comment: An adventurous, exploratory trip within the capabilities of any active family, all walks are optional.
Group: Approx. 16 to 22.
Staff: Explore Tour Leader plus driver.
Trip Reference: FIC2010

Dates & Prices
Start End Prices in US$ Child Price in US$ Local Payment Availability
29 May 1105 Jun 11$1510$1050 0
24 Jul 1131 Jul 11$1560$1100 0
07 Aug 1114 Aug 11$1560$1100 0

Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2011 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2011/12 brochure, due to be published in October 2010.