D iscover the stunning beauty and distinct culture of Iceland—one of the world’s most enchanting yet rarely

visited destinations—on this specially designed seven-night circumnavigation cruise of this extraordinary Nordic island nation. Aboard the exclusively chartered, Five-Star, ice-class m.s. Le soLéaL, featuring only 110 Suites and Staterooms with distinctive French sophistication, cruise into ports, bays, and inlets that are inaccessible to larger vessels; look for rare migratory birds and whales; watch as landscapes of ancient Viking ruins, glittering glaciers atop simmering volcanoes, rugged coastline and pristine beauty unfold around you; and enjoy informative educational lectures on the geology and natural wonders of Iceland. Visit Grimsey Island, located directly on the Arctic Circle and cruise past Surtsey, Earth’s youngest island and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Expert naturalist guides will enhance your experience with their knowledge of the unique natural environment and culture of Iceland, where night and day meld under the midnight sun. A Reykjavik Pre-Cruise Option is available.

August 1 to 9, 2017ItInerary

1 Depart the U.S.

2 Reykjavik, Iceland/Embark m.s. Le soLéAL

3 Ísafjördur

4 Siglufjördur/Akureyri

5 Húsavík for Lake Mývatn/Arctic Circle/ Grimsey Island

6 Day at Sea

7 Djúpivogur for Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon

8 Vestmannaeyjar (Heimaey Island)/ Cruise around Surtsey Island

9 Reykjavik/Disembark ship/ Return to the U.S.

Cruise itinerary is subject to change.

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◆◆ Exclusively chartered

◆◆ Only 110 deluxe Suites and Staterooms

◆◆ Five-Star, sophisticated French elegance

◆◆ 100% ocean-view accommodations

◆◆ 95% of accommodations feature balconies

◆◆ Exclusive, custom-designed itinerary

◆◆ All shore excursions are included

◆◆ Complimentary alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages on board

◆◆ Certified “green” clean ship

◆◆ Once-in-a-lifetime offering!

Breidamerkurjökull glaciers calves icebergs of all shapes and sizes, creating nature’s own floating sculpture garden in the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon.

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I N C L U D E D f E At U R E S◆◆ Round-trip economy-class air is included from Boston, Newark and Washington-Dulles.

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◆◆ Seven-night cruise round trip Reykjavik, Iceland, with port calls at Ísafjördur, Siglufjördur, Akureyri, Húsavík for Lake Mývatn, Grimsey Island, Djúpivogur for Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, and Vestmannaeyjar (Heimaey Island).

◆◆ Elegantly appointed, five-Star Suite or Stateroom, each with a private bathroom.

◆◆ Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Receptions.◆◆ All meals—continental breakfast, buffet lunch, afternoon tea and dinner—throughout the cruise, featuring fine international and regional cuisine, served at single, unassigned seatings.

◆◆ Complimentary alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages are served throughout the cruise.

◆◆ Exploration by Zodiac landing craft, accompanied by an expert naturalist from the expedition team.

◆◆ City tour of Reykjavik featuring the Pearl, Reykjavik’s landmark glass dome, and the National Museum, a comprehensive overview of Iceland’s history and culture.

◆◆ Tour of the charming fishing town of Ísafjördur, a bastion of traditional Icelandic culture, featuring the Maritime Museum and Osvor, one of Iceland’s oldest fishing stations.

◆◆ Specially arranged, private tasting of Icelandic schnapps and dried fish in Ísafjördur.

◆◆ Visit to the herring boomtown of Siglufjördur, with visits to the award-winning Herring Era Museum and the Folk Music Center, featuring demonstrations and a sampling of local delicacies, with lunch included in a local restaurant.

◆◆ Scenic excursion to legendary Godafoss Waterfall and to beautiful Lake Mývatn, the amazing lava towers of Dimmuborgir, the unique craters at Skútustadir and the geothermal field of Namaskard.

◆◆ Shuttle service in Akureyri for leisure time or to visit the Botanical Gardens on your own.

◆◆ Visit to the Arctic Circle on Grimsey Island. ◆◆ Full-day scenic excursion along Iceland’s stunning east coast from Djúpivogur to the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon.

◆◆ Breathtaking cruise aboard amphibious vehicles amongst the many spectacular icebergs in the glacier lagoon.

◆◆ Spectacular view of Vatnajökull Glacier, the largest ice cap in Iceland, from which Breidamerkurjökull, an outlet glacier, calves ice into the lagoon.

◆◆ Tour of fascinating Eldfell, “Fire Mountain,” to see ancient Viking ruins and still-warm lava fields on Heimaey Island (also known as Vestmannaeyjar).

◆◆ Circumnavigation of Surtsey Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

enhAnced trAveL services◆◆ Transfers and luggage handling abroad for participants whose arrival(s)/departure(s) coincide with the scheduled group transfer(s).

◆◆ All excursions and visits, as outlined above, with experienced local guides.

◆◆ Gratuities to local guides and drivers on included excursions.

◆◆ Hospitality desk aboard the ship.◆◆ The services of experienced Gohagan & Company Travel Directors throughout the program.

◆◆ Travel document wallet, name badge and pre-departure information.

◆◆ Automatic $250,000 flight insurance policy for each participant ticketed on flights by Gohagan & Company.

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Discover the sheer power and beauty of nature at Iceland’s Gullfoss, the “Golden Waterfall.”

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Cal lecturer’s participation is contingent on a minimum number of paying travelers and cannot be guaranteed.

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from $5995 per person, double occupancy (approximate land/cruise/air)

Tour No. 107-08/01/17-012 CST#: 2031868-40

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