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Iceland, the “Land of Fire and Ice,” has caught fire in the imaginations of travelers, who are discovering the bewitching

wilderness and seascapes of this enchanting island-nation. More than half the population of the country resides in its

capital city, Reykjavik, which we’ll explore. But the rest of the island remains spectacularly unspoiled, with green pastures,

magnificent fjords, and glaciers beckoning explorers into their blue ice caves. We’ll discover it all on an epic adventure

that reveals Iceland’s wild coastline from north to south, and complement these discoveries with opportunities to walk

or hike every day. Without a doubt, the best way to tour Iceland is on a comprehensive small-group adventure that lets

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NEW! Iceland: Fire, Sea & Ice Reykjavík • Snæfellsnes • Akureyri • Iceland’s South Shore

ADVENTURE HIGHLIGHTS

• ExploreThingvellirNationalPark,the UNESCO World Heritage Site where Iceland’s first Parliament convened

• SeethepowerfulGullfosswaterfalland the boiling mud pools of Geysir

• VisitSnæfellsnesPeninsulaand the tiny, atmospheric fishing village of Arnarstapi

• DiscoverLakeMývatnand the diverse wildlife deriving from its nutrient-rich waters

• TourIceland’ssouthcoast, admiring black-sand beaches and waterfalls

• WonderatÁsbyrgi,a natural wonder whose immensity rivals our Grand Canyon

• ThrilltoavisittoDettifoss, the Niagara Falls of Iceland

• WalkthroughSiglufjörður,a charming and historic herring-fishing town nestled into a fjord

• TakearefreshingdipintheBlueLagoon,a popular geothermal bath near Reykjavik

• ViewbreathtakingHraunfossarwaterfall,one of the spectacles of the Borgarfjörður region

YOUR ITINERARY

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Flight

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Destination

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Westman Islands

Akureyri

Sneafellsnes

HellaThingvellir National Park

Lava Center

BorgarfjörðurRegion

Norwegian Sea

North Atlantic Ocean

Lake Myvatn

Ásbyrgi Canyon

Godafoss

Skagafjörður Húsavík

Heimaey

Reykjavík

Landeyjahöfn

DAY LOCATION/ACCOMMODATIONS➤ Pre-trip extension to Westman Islands

1-2 Depart home / Arrive Reykjavík, Iceland Hotel Skuggi HHHH

3 Borgarfjörður Hotel Húsafell HHHH

4 Snæfellsnes Hotel Húsafell HHHH

5 Skagafjörður / Siglufjörður Hotel Siglo HHHH

6 Akureyri / Lake Mývatn Hotel Laxa HHHH

7 Húsavík / Ásbyrgi Hotel Laxa HHHH

8 Akureyri / Flight to Reykjavík (Thingvellir and Gullfoss-Geysir) Stracta Hotel HHHH

9 South Shore Adventure Stracta Hotel HHHH

10 Reykjavík Hotel Skuggi HHHH

11 Reykjavík / Blue Lagoon Hotel Skuggi HHHH

12 Reykjavík / Depart for US Gateway

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H ighlights previewBlue LagoonAlthough Iceland is known for hot springs, the famed Blue Lagoon near Reykjavik is actually a manmade geothermal spa situated in a lava field. The minerals found there are responsible for the striking blue color of the water, which can reach temperatures of 99-102 degrees Fahrenheit (37-39 degrees Celcius). Find out for yourself whether the Blue Lagoon truly has healing powers!

Lava Iceland Volcano & Earthquake Center Iceland’s newest attraction takes learning to a new level with its interactive volcano & earthquake experience. See, smell, and feel the vibrations during a volcanic eruption & earthquake simulation in total safety! Travelers who prefer not to will still enjoy great views of actual volcanoes from the center.

Thingvellir National Park

The fissure zone at Thingvellir marks the boundary between two tectonic plates — so earthquakes, and glacial movement, are responsible for the magnificent landscape of the park. From the year 930 to about 1798,

Iceland’s general assembly convened at “Parliament Plains,” making Thingvellir a significant historic site as well.

Birdwatching CruiseSail off the coast of Húsavík in search of feathered beauties like the adorable puffin, one of Iceland’s most beloved birds. Iceland is home to more than 8 million Atlantic puffins, called lundi, who are most active near the coast during breeding season. While out on the water, you may also spot black guillemots, fulmars, and arctic

terns — perhaps even a whale! Literature & Legend

A glimpse at the rolling hills, mountains, and glaciers of the Borgarfjörður region reveals why it is an area rich in legends. This inspiring landscape served as the setting of the saga of the warrior-poet Egil — one of the greatest works of Icelandic medieval literature — and the home of the epic’s putative author, 12th-century historian Snorri Sturluson. Borgarfjörður is also our gateway to the Snæfellsnes peninsula, where we’ll visit the “entry point” written about by Jules Verne in his novel, Journey to the Center of the Earth.

Special Interest SPOTLIGHT

• Watch adorable puffins at play.

• Learn about geothermic activity firsthand at geysers, hot springs, and volcanoes.

• Discover glaciers and the dazzling landscapes formed by their movement.

• View some of the most beautiful waterfalls and lakes in the world.

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• 2 nights’ accommodations at the Hotel Vestmannaeyjar in Heimaey

• 6 meals: 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 2 dinners

• 3 included tours, 2 museum visits, and a cultural performance

• All motorcoach transfers and baggage handling

• The services of a regional expert

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