Itinerary (subject to change)
Icelandair Frankfurt - Keflavik 13.05 - 15.40 o'clock / Keflavik – Frankfurt 07.25 – 12.00 o'clock
DAY 1:
The island in the far north is known for its magnificent landscapes - shaped by active volcanoes, mighty glaciers, geysers and imposing waterfalls. Your location for the next few days is Reykjavik, the Icelandic capital - by the way, the northernmost capital in the world. Here you will find an exciting mix of small, colorful houses and modern buildings, such as the Harpa conference and concert center or the Perlan water reservoir. This has six huge tanks and an imposing glass dome in which there are two restaurants and a viewing platform. The city also offers numerous pubs and cafes, museums, theaters, chic bars and many good restaurants. Your guide will make suggestions.
DAY 2:
In the morning you will get to know Reykjavik on a city tour. You will see, among other things, the Hoefdi-Haus, a wooden villa in which a summit meeting between Reagan and Gorbachev took place in 1986, the fishing port and Hallgrim's Church with its unusual facade. We will end the city tour at the Northern Lights exhibition: Here you can find out interesting facts about this magnificent natural spectacle (entrance and guided tour included). The afternoon is free for shopping. Our hotel is perfectly located at the end of the main shopping street in Reykjavik. In the evening you can experience the natural spectacle of the northern lights on a Northern Lights bus trip - with a bit of luck. There are numerous legends about this spectacular natural phenomenon and 2000 years ago they were thought to be symbols of gods and spirits. And even today, although you know how they are created, you can hardly avoid their almost magical effect. Far from the bright lights of the city, the chance to admire the aurora borealis is very good in February.
DAY 3:
After breakfast be prepared for an Arctic adventure. The "Golden Circle" tour combines the culture, nature and geology of Iceland. Walk in the footsteps of history in Thingvellir: Here already 930 AD. legislative assemblies take place, therefore Thingvellir is considered one of the oldest parliaments in the world. Here is also the gorge where the American and Eurasian tectonic plates drift apart; well-known film scenes were also filmed here. The area is protected as a national park and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then you visit the famous "Geysir" and the somewhat smaller "Strokkur", which lets its water shoot up to 35m several times an hour. Another highlight is the Gullfoss: Perhaps the most beautiful waterfall in Iceland falls in two steps into an imposing gorge. After returning to Reykjavik in the evening, we will enjoy a wonderful 3 - course dinner in a Steakhouse. A perfect ending of a perfect day (included).
DAY 4:
During an excursion you will first see the manor Bessastadir, which is now the official residence of the Icelandic President. In the adjoining church you can admire the pretty stained glass windows. Then it goes on to the Reykjanes peninsula: numerous volcanic craters, caves, geothermal areas and lava fields shape the fascinating landscape. In the late afternoon we depart for an authentic Icelandic bathing ritual at the new Sky Lagoon. Immerse yourself in the warm embrace of water, steam and the fabled night sky of the arctic winter (included).
DAY 5:
Today it is time to say goodbye to the island of fire and ice. Early morning transfer to the airport in Keflavik and flight back to Germany. Arrival in Frankfurt at noon.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: International direct flights with Iceland Air from Frankfurt to Keflavik and return, all airport and security taxes, 1 piece of luggage free (23 kg), airport - hotel - airport transfers in Iceland, 4 overnights incl. buffet breakfast in a superior 4 star downtown hotel in double / twin bed rooms with private facilities, 1 x 3 hour sightseeing tour of Reykjavik with local guide, 1 x 3 hour Northern Light excursion with local bus and local guide, 1 x full day excursion Golden Circle with local bus and local guide, 1 x half day excursion peninsula Reykjanes with local bus and local guide, excursion to the Sky Lagoon incl. entrance fee (don't forget your bathing suite) incl. towel and 7 step ritual, 1 x 3-course dinner in a Steakhouse, entrance fee Northern Light Center, service of an Interra Reisen escort
SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT: € 600,-- for 4 overnights. Persons booked on share basis must pay single supplement if no share is available. Share basis means double or triple occupancy. Supplement will be charged after the tour.
SUPPLEMENTARY COSTS: drinks, meals, personal expenses, entrance fees, tips
CHILDREN’S PRICE: on request. Please contact our office.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: valid US Tourist Passport for military and civilian personnel. Non US-citizensmust meet proper Visa requirements.
TRAVEL INSURANCES: please book with our Insurance partner USAA (see our website “Insurance”)
Cancellation charges: up to 95 days prior to departure, € 100 per person; from 94-61 days prior to departure, € 350 per person will be charged; from 60-45 days prior to departure, 60% of the tour price will be charged; 44-22 days prior to departure: 80% of the tour price will be charged; 21-6 days until day of departure: 95% of the tour price will be charged. 5 days until the day of departure: 100% of the tour price will be charged. No refund for No-shows.
INTERRA REISEN is not responsible for lost and stolen articles. Liability: We are only acting as agents for various contractors (hotels, bus companies, airlines etc.) and are therefore in no way responsible for the fulfillment of their obligations, nor are we to be held liable for accidents, delays, losses etc. The liability of all these contractors, remains unprejudiced. Right is also reserved to program changes and alterations as well as substitution of services listed above, when and where necessary, without prior notice. INTERRA REISEN reserves the right to cancel the tour if minimum participation is not reached. Conditions accepted upon booking.
