ICELAND FIRE AND ICE

Reykjavik:

• Welcome to Iceland, home to the world’s most swoon-worthy sights.
• You’ll soon be heading home with a camera roll filled with epic vistas and a head full of cherished memories.
• But first thing’s first, it’s time to get acquainted with the quirky and colourful buildings of Reykjavik (this captivating capital is cool in more ways than one).
• After checking into your hostel and having time to unwind, we’ll bond over a tasty local dinner, feeling the frisson of excitement about the fine days that lay ahead of us.

Included Experience:

• Enjoy a Welcome Dinner

Reykjavik:

• After breakfast this morning we’re headed to Midgard Base Camp – but loads to see and do on the way as we make our way around the Golden Circle.

Midgard:

• First, a stop at the spectacular Thingvellir National Park before heading onto Efstidalur, where we’ll enjoy a Farm to Table presentation and get a tantalising taste of the local cuisine.
• Then we’re off to the jaw-dropping geothermal fields of Geysir and a visit to the magnificent Gullfoss Falls.
• The evening offers the opportunity to relax in the rooftop sauna & hot tub at Midgard Base Camp and reflect on an incredible day in this amazing country.

Included Experience:

• Golden Circle Tour
• Icelandic Farm-to-Table Tasting MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience
• Chill at the spa in Migrad Base camp
• Friðheimar Greenhouse Visit MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience
• Spot native Icelandic Horses

Midgard:

• Rise and shine! After breakfast we’re headed across the astonishingly beautiful south shore.

Kirkjubaejarklaustur:

• It’s time for more spectacular waterfalls, the famous Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss.
• After gawping at their thundering beauty, we’re headed past the Mýrdalsjökull Glacier to Reynisfjara beach.
• Take a walk along the uniquely black sands, admire the crazy rock formations and remind yourself you’re still on planet earth.

Included Experience:

• Gawp at the spectacular Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls
• Walk the black sands of Reynisfjara Beach
• Visit Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon & Diamond Beach
• Marvel at canyons, volcanoes & glaciers

Kirkjubaejarklaustur

• Another day, another included breakfast and another awe-inspiring National Park to head to.
• Vatnajökull is named after Europe’s largest ice cap, and is the largest National Park in western Europe.
• Cameras at the ready, we’ll check out Svinafellsjökull, one of the most beautiful of the glacial outlets emerging from Vatnajökull.
• Today is your chance to sign up for an optional glacier adventure.

Vik:

• We’ll arrive in Vik after a day of fresh air and exploring the glorious sights that Iceland has to offer.

Optional Experience:

• Glacier Walk

Vik:

• After breakfast today we’re headed towards the Reykjanes peninsula.

Reykjavik:

• Visit geothermal sites, explore dramatic coastlines and charming villages, or enjoy views over Lake Kleifarvatn with its mesmerising rock formations and legends of mythical creatures.
• Today you’ll have a chance to take a dip in the hot springs of the Blue Lagoon.

Optional Experience:

• Blue Lagoon (or similar)
• Reykjavik Farewell Dinner

Reykjavik:

• Pack your bags back in pretty Reykjavik and try to stay on the high induced by all the wonders we’ve taken in.
• We’ll say our farewells as the trip wraps up, leaving us with a deep appreciation for this special country.