| Starts | Reykjavík, Iceland |
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| Ends | Reykjavík, Iceland |
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| Region | Europe |
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| Duration | 7 days |
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| Tour Operator | Gadventures |
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| Tour Code | ELBI 22578 |
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| Overview PDF | Download PDF |
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Starting: Reykjavík & Finishing: Reykjavík
There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting.
Day 2 - Starting: Reykjavík & Finishing: Akureyri
Explore the town in the afternoon before an included whale watching tour in the evening. Eyjafjörður is a scenic spot to enjoy the local wildlife and small villages in the area.
Day 3 - Starting: Akureyri & Finishing: Borgarfjörður
Head to Mývatn Lake, stopping en route at Goðafoss Waterfall. In Mývatn, explore lava formations of Dimmuborgir and the geothermal area of Námaskarð.
Visit Dettifoss Waterfall, one of the most powerful waterfalls in Europe.
Reach Borgarfjörður in the East Fjords region for a night in a local guesthouse.
Day 4 - Starting: Borgarfjörður & Finishing: Höfn
Höfn is known as the lobster capital of Iceland, so include a sample of this delicacy in your plans.
Day 5 - Starting: Höfn & Finishing: Vík í Mýrdal
Marvel at the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, with a chance to see seals sun bathing on the bright blue ice. The massive icebergs floating towards shore tower over visitors. Opt to check out the lagoon by boat.
Continue on to Skaftafell National Park and enjoy an included glacier hike before continuing on in the evening to the small town of Vík.
Day 6 - Starting: Vík í Mýrdal & Finishing: Reykjavík
Just outside of Vík, visit Reynisfjara Beach. Its black sand and ominous rock formations offshore make for stunning photos.
Continue to travel along the Golden Circle to Drumbo. Stop at Seljalandsfoss Waterfall for the opportunity to walk behind the large falls.
Stop at Skógafoss Waterfall. Explore the majestic Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir Hot Springs and Þingvellir National Park.
Arrive to Reykjavík in the early evening for a final night in the bustling capital.
Day 7 - Starting: Reykjavík & Finishing: Reykjavík
Depart at any time.
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What’s Included
Goðafoss Waterfall visit. Mývatn Lake visit. Dimmuborgir, and Námaskarð stops. Dettifoss Waterfall visit. Local guesthouse stay (Borgarfjörður). Vatnajökull Glacier visit. Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon visit. Glacier hike in Skaftafell National Park. Reynisfjara Beach. Stops including: Dyrhólaey Cape, Skógafoss Waterfall, and Seljalandsfoss Waterfall. The Golden Circle: Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir Hot Springs, and Þingvellir National Park. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Highlights
Sleep in a local guesthouse in the eastern fjords region, marvel at the largest ice cap in Europe, gape at the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon with seals floating on icebergs, photograph black-sand beaches and gushing waterfalls around this island nation
Itinerary Disclaimer
Important Notes
1. PACE OF TOUR
Please note that this is a very busy tour and there are some long drive days.
2. The landscape of Iceland is unique and unlike most things you’ve seen. So is the weather. It is unpredictable and changeable, so be prepared to experience a variety of conditions during your time in Iceland. It’s not uncommon to experience rain, sun wind and snow all in the same visit, so please pack accordingly. An Icelandic summer is also not what most people consider as summer temperature and in the highlands it can get quite cold.
Group Leader Description
This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders, known as a CEO (Chief Experience Officer). The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects.
Group Size Notes
Max 16, avg 12.
Transport
Private minivan/bus, walking.
About our Transportation
Private van/mini-buses are used on this trip.
Solo Travellers
Accommodation
Standard hotel (5 nights), local guesthouse (1 night).
About Accommodation
In Iceland we use small hotels, guest houses and inns. They are comfortable and clean but do not have many amenities. On occasion in remote areas or in order to stay somewhere unique and character-filled, we will have multi-share accommodations and/or shared facilities.
Joining Hotel
Fosshotel Baron
Baronsstígur 2-4
Reykjavik
Iceland
5623204
Please make note that for Trip Departure starting on 09/26/15, our joining hotel will be:
Fosshótel Lind
18, Rauðarárstígur,
105 Reykjavík,
Iceland
Tel: +354 562 3350
Joining Instructions
Please note that day 1 is an arrival day and no activities have been planned on this day. Upon arrival to Reykjavik on day 1, please be sure to make your way to the starting point office at the address below:
Address: Laugavegur 11, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Phone: +354 562 7000
The office hours are 8am – 10pm. Once there, you can discuss trip details and itinerary as well as book optional activities with our local G Adventures Representatives. After you have stopped by the local office, you can then proceed to your hotel.
GETTING TO FOSSHOTEL BARON:
From Keflavík International Airport:
Upon arrival, you will see a big service desk marked BUS TICKETS where you can buy a shuttle ticket to your hotel in Reykjavík. The transfer company is called Iceland Excursions and they have airport express coaches running frequently from the airport to the city center both day and night. A one way transfer to the city from the airport costs roughly 2200 ISK per person and takes about 45 minutes.
As another option, you can always hop in a taxi located just outside the arrivals exit. The taxi ride from the airport to the city center costs around 16000 – 18000 ISK.
Fosshotel Baron is located at the corner of Skúlagata and Barónsstígur in the centre of Reykjavík, between the roads Hverfisgata and the ocean drive, Sæbraut, near the downtown harbour.
Arrival Complications
Emergency Contact
Should you need to contact us during a situation of dire need, it is best to first call either the G Adventures Local Representative (if one is listed below) or our G Adventures Local Office. If for any reason you do not receive an immediate answer, please leave a detailed message and contact information, so they may return your call and assist you as soon as possible.
EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS
G Adventures Office, London, UK
After hours emergency number: +44 7817 262559
If you are unable for any reason to contact our local office, please call the numbers listed below, which will connect you directly with our 24 hour Sales team, who will happily assist you.
Toll-free, North America only: 1 888 800 4100
Calls from UK: 0844 272 0000
Calls from Germany: 01805 70 90 30 00
Calls from Australia: 1 300 796 618
Calls from New Zealand: 0800 333 307
Outside North America, Australia, New Zealand, Germany and the UK: +1 416 260 0999
What to Take
Our advice is to pack as lightly as possible. We highly recommend using a backpack, sports bag or soft compact wheeled suitcase, whichever you find easiest to carry, plus a small daypack is essential. Dressing in layers is recommended as weather can change dramatically, without notice.
Checklist
Suggested Items:
•Camera and extra memory card
•Extra batteries (recommended)
•Electricity Plug Adapter
•Flashlight or Headlamp (with extra batteries and bulbs)
•Binoculars
•Concealable money belt
•Fleece top
•Windproof/waterproof jacket
•Waterproof pants are recommended
•Small towel and swim wear
•shirts/t-shirts
•Sun hat
•Long trousers
•1 pair hiking pants/track pants
•1 smart outfit for special evenings
•hand sanitizers/ antibacterial wipes
-Hiking boots/Sturdy walking shoes
-Socks
•Sunblock
•Sunglasses
•Toiletries
•Watch or alarm clock
•Water bottle
•Pocketknife
•First-aid kit
-Day pack
-Camera with extra memory cards and batteries
-Personal Entertainment
-Binoculars
-Waterproof backpack cover
Documents:
•Passport (with photocopies)
•Travel insurance (with photocopies)
•Airline tickets (with photocopies)
•Cash
•Credit or debit card (see personal spending money)
•Pre-departure information and trip details
•Any entry visas or vaccination certificates if required
Laundry
Laundry facilities are offered by some of our hotels for a charge. There will be times when you may want to or have to do your own laundry so we suggest you bring non-polluting/biodegradable soap.
Visas
Contact your local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent. It is your responsibility to have the correct travel documentation. While we provide the following information in good faith, it is vital that you check yourself and understand that you are fully responsible for your own visa requirements.
Spending Money
Money Exchange
The currency in Iceland in the Icelandic Krona (ISK).
It is recommended to bring a combination of cash, credit and debit cards.
Emergency Fund
Tipping
It is customary in Europe to leave a small tip for service providers, such as waiters, if you are pleased with the service (€1-2). Tipping is an expected – though not compulsory – component of your tour program and an expression of satisfaction with the persons who have assisted you on your tour. Although it may not be customary to you, it is of considerable significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels. There are several times during the trip where there is opportunity to tip the local guides. You may do this individually, or your CEO will offer to collect the money and tip as a group. Recommendations for tipping local guides would range from €3-5 per day depending on the quality and length of the service; ask your CEO for specific recommendations based on the circumstances and culture. Also at the end of each trip if you felt your G Adventures CEO or skipper did an outstanding job, tipping is appreciated. The amount is entirely a personal preference, however as a guideline €20-25 per person, per week can be used.
Optional Activities
Hof in Öræfum
– Iceland erupts exhibition on the eruption in Eyjafjallajökull glacier. 750 ISK
Myvatn
-Nature Baths at Mývatn 2500 ISK
Akureyri
-Akureyri Museum 2500 ISK for Laufás old farm and museums in Akureyri
Borgarness settlement centre
– one exhibition 1800 ISK both exhibitions (two) 2400 ISK
-Glaumbær museum, old turf farm 800 ISK.
Reykjavik
-Blue Lagoon admission 5800 ISK
Health
Please note inoculations may be required for the country visited. It is your responsibility to consult with your travel doctor for up to date medical travel information well before departure.
You should consult your doctor for up-to-date medical travel information well before departure. We recommend that you carry a First Aid kit and hand sanitizers / antibacterial wipes as well as any personal medical requirements. Please be aware that quite often we are in remote areas and away from medical facilities, and for legal reasons our leaders are prohibited from administering any type of drug including headache tablets, antibiotics, etc. When selecting your trip please carefully read the brochure and itinerary and assess your ability to cope with our style of travel. Please refer to the Physical and Culture Shock ratings in this dossier for trip specific information. For travellers over 70 years a completed Medical Form is required. G Adventures reserves the right to exclude any traveller from all or part of a trip without refund if in the reasonable opinion of our CEO they are unable to complete the itinerary without undue risk to themselves and/or the rest of the group.
Safety and Security
Medical Form
A Couple of Rules
Travel Insurance
Planeterra-The G Adventures Foundation
Local Dress
Weather can change dramatically, even in the summer months. It is best to layer clothing to ensure you are prepared for any extremes.
Feedback
Newsletter
Travel Forum – The Watering Hole
Max Pax
Group Leader
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Day 5 Optional Activities
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Boat Ride -
Day 5 Optional Activities
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Boat Ride -
