Iceland Adventure: Northern Lights & Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Iceland Adventure: Northern Lights & Snæfellsnes Peninsula

• Trip code: 433X020
• Dauer: 7
• Stil: Classic

There’s no doubt Iceland has an alluring atmosphere that’s impossible to ignore. On this perfectly paced seven-day adventure you'll journey through Iceland’s varied landscapes and see some of the best sites in this island country. Kick off your adventure by joining your CEO for a city tour of Reykjavik. Next up, you'll hike through Þingvellir National Park, meeting the famous Icelandic horse, exploring lava caves, and chasing waterfalls, followed by a well-earned soak in geothermal hot springs at the Sky Lagoon. Oh, and make sure to be on the lookout for those spectacular Northern Lights, they're worth the trip all on their own.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotels (4 Nächte), isländische Pension (2 Nächte)

Checklist

Cold weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Hiking pants (Please bring long pants that are not jeans or cotton in fabric. We suggest hiking pants, windproof pants, or waterproof pants in order for you to be comfortable.)
• Locks for bags
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Toiletries (Preferably biodegradable)
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Winter Weather:
• Warm winter coat
• Waterproof gloves
• Waterproof pants
• Winter boots/shoes

Group Leader

CEO während der ganzen Reise

Group Size Notes

Max 16, Avg 12

Highlights

Halte Ausschau nach den spektakulären Nordlichtern. Erkunde den Golden Circle und triff die berühmten Islandpferde. Tauche ein in die Sky Lagoon vor den Toren Reykjaviks. Mach einen immersiven Tagesausflug auf der Halbinsel Snæfellsnes

Introduction

There’s no doubt Iceland has an alluring atmosphere that’s impossible to ignore. On this perfectly paced seven-day adventure you'll journey through Iceland’s varied landscapes and see some of the best sites in this island country. Kick off your adventure by joining your CEO for a city tour of Reykjavik. Next up, you'll hike through Þingvellir National Park, meeting the famous Icelandic horse, exploring lava caves, and chasing waterfalls, followed by a well-earned soak in geothermal hot springs at the Sky Lagoon. Oh, and make sure to be on the lookout for those spectacular Northern Lights, they're worth the trip all on their own

Meals Included

6 Frühstück, 2 Abendessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD290-380 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Reykjavik
- Harpa Concert Hall

Fludir
- Secret Lagoon (4600ISK pro Person)

Sólheimajökull
- Sólheimajökull-Gletscherwanderung

Thingvellir
- Snorkelling in Thingvellir National Park (17490ISK pro Person)

Start / Finish

von Reykjavik

Transport

Zu Fuß, Privatfahrzeug

What's Included

Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Wellness-Moment: Sky Lagoon Geothermal Hot Springs, Reykjavik. Lava caving (Leiðarendi Cave). Golden Circle sightseeing. Þingvellir National Park visit. Geysir Hot Spring visit. Gullfoss waterfall visit. Northern Lights viewing opportunities (2 nts). Southern coast drive including Skógarfoss waterfall and Seljalndsfoss waterfall. Day tour of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Sky Lagoon entrance. Reykjavik CEO-led City Tour.Transport to/from all included activities and between all destinations

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Reykjavik

Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich

Day 2 Reykjavik/Álftröð

Reise von Reykjavík zu einer Lavahöhle. Besuche am Nachmittag eine isländische Pferdefarm. Abends begibst du dich in der Nähe des Gästehauses auf die Suche nach Nordlichtern

Day 3 Álftröð

Travel to Sólheimajökull glacier and take some time to explore the area, visit the Skogar Museum or opt for a stunning hike. Drive the scenic southern coast and visit the Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls on the way back the guest house, before enjoying a homemade dinner

Day 4 Álftröð/Reykjavik

Head to Þingvellir National Park. Visit sights like the Geysir Hot Spring and Gullfoss waterfall before transferring back to Reykjavik for one final evening with your new friends

Day 5 Reykjavik

This morning join an optional snorkeling to the Thingvellir Silfra (where the tectonic plates meet). Spend free time in Reykjavík before an evening a guided tour through the city with your CEO and some time at the beautiful Sky Lagoon for a warm soak

Day 6 Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Today explore Snaefellsnes Peninsula. Made famous by Jules Verne's Journey to the center of the Earth, the region is known to features many of Iceland's unique landscapes on one peninsula. Stop in small fishing towns and discover beautiful vistas along the way. Today you get Iceland in a nutshell

Day 7 Reykjavik

Depart at any time

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Reykjavik

Make your way to Reykjavík today to start your tour. There are pre-bookable activities available for this tour. Check out the "Available Extras" section of the Overview page for more information on these activities, and cost-saving bundles

Day 2 Reykjavik/Álftröð

Die Nordlichter sind ein Naturphänomen und ihr Auftauchen ist wetterabhängig. G Adventures kann nicht garantieren, dass die Nordlichter auf dieser Reise tatsächlich zu sehen sein werden

Day 3 Álftröð

The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, and sightings will be dependent on weather conditions. G Adventures cannot guarantee that travellers booked on this tour will experience the Northern Lights.

Day 4 Álftröð/Reykjavik

Day 5 Reykjavik

Day 6 Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Winter or summer, the Snæfellsnes peninsula is one of the most scenic destinations in Iceland. This place is magical and spellbinding with moss-covered lava fields, picturesque mountains, gorgeous black sand beaches, roaring ocean waves, charming little villages, and great vistas from sea cliffs. It's a long day, but well worth it.

Day 7 Reykjavik