Winter Wonderland
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Description
Enjoy eight days in the land of fire and ice with more comfort, luxury and surrounded by stunning nature and sights. This luxury getaway will sweep you off your feet from stunning glaciers to geothermal bathing and dancing lights. Your guide will get you around in your own private luxury vehicle on-road and go up on the amazing Icelandic glaciers, showcasing you the best of Iceland in the winter and making unforgettable memories that will last forever.
What our clients have to say
Bucket list adventure
Glen - March, 2022
Private tour of ice caves amazing- our guide Pat snapped some amazing pictures of us. Lava center/farm visit pleasant personal touch. Blue lagoon -harsh outdoor weather but crazy wild experience. Jonas our guide great sense of humor and very knowledgeable about Icelandic culture as well as the sites we visited. Entire trip efficiently managed. Hotel Borg (elegant) and Ranga (rustic) excellent choices.
Itinerary
When you arrive in Iceland at Keflavik Airport, your private driver will greet you at the arrival hall and take you to your hotel in Reykjavik. (Approx 45 minutes drive) *Please note that check-in is in the afternoon and early check-in can’t be guaranteed.
You will start the day by taking a 40 – 60 minute helicopter tour. On this sightseeing tour, we make sure to land off the beaten track and away from the crowds to witness the regions raw energy first-hand. In the landing place of Hengill geothermal area where you can witness upfront the untouched Icelandic nature. We bring you close to hot springs and boiling mud pots. Note that this is not a regular tourist site, there are no safety ropes etc. – it is just how nature created it. Furthermore, no matter the season or time of year, this area always brings magical, colorful and beautiful views. On our way back we make a scenic pass over Reykjavik, to give you a unique aerial view of Icelands capital. *Please note that the helicopter tour is depending on the weather conditions and can be rescheduled due to weather. In case the helicopter tour is canceled we will offer you to hike to the volcanic eruption site.
Optional: Private Hike to the 2021 Volcanic Eruption site at Geldingadalur valley (Duration 3 – 4 hours) Enjoy a hike to the volcanic eruption site that was active between August 3rd to August 20th in 2022 to see the newly formed lava. The hike will take approximately 1 – 1,5 hours each way and the trail is conveniently marked, this is an ideal hike if the weather conditions are good.
When you land in Reykjavik you will be taken to your hotel where you can enjoy the rest of the day.
On this day you will drive the Golden Circle route, which includes one of Iceland’s most popular places and attractions. You will start with a stop at Þingvellir National Park, where you can learn about the world’s first parliament and enjoy a light hike through the park (Approx. drive 55 minutes). You will head to Geysir Geothermal Area to see the exploding geysers and the lively Strokkur which spouts water 30 metres (100 ft) into the air every few minutes. Afterwards, you will visit Gullfoss Waterfall – one of Iceland’s most beautiful waterfalls, before your guide takes you to your hotel in South Iceland for the night.
On this day you will get right into the action and head straight for the beautiful Icelandic south shore. You will start the day by driving to the Black Sandy Beach, Reynisfjara (Approx. drive 1 hours 10 minutes). A guide will take you on the ice for a hiking tour on Sólheimajökull glacier. Afterwards you will be taken to see Skógafoss waterfall, which is one of the biggest waterfalls in Iceland, with a drop of some 60 meters and a width of 25 meters, and you can walk right up to it. On your way back you will stop at Seljalandsfoss waterfall before your guide takes you to your hotel in South Iceland for the night.
You will start the day by stopping at the Lava Center before going to a local farm to get familiar with the Icelandic farm life and enjoy a cup of coffee and Icelandic Pancakes. Afterwards, top the day by going snowmobiling up on Eyjafjallajökull – the infamous glacier that erupted in 2010.
In the morning start heading to the amazing Reykjanes Peninsula and stop at our office in Hafnarfjordur for a 3-hour Buggy tour through the lava fields of Reykjanes (Approx. drive 2 hours). After the thrilling ride through the rugged landscape, you will take a look at Gunnuhver hot spring, Reykjanesviti, and the bridge between two continents. After all this, head to the Blue Lagoon to soak in geothermal waters in one of the wonders of the world. There you will have access to the Retreat Spa where you will relax and float in the soothing warm geothermal waters. After enjoying everything that the Blue Lagoon has to offer, your private driver will take you to your hotel in Reykjavik for the night.
Spend the whole day relaxing and discovering Reykjavik. Your hotel is located downtown, near all the main shops and attractions, therefore, it is very easy to wander around and explore at your own pace.
On the last day you will be picked up by a private chauffeur and driven to the airport in time for your flight. *You have to be at Keflavik airport 2 hours before departure.
Included
- Driving guide according to the itinerary
- The Retreat Spa at Blue Lagoon
- Private Glacier Walking tour
- Entrance to the Lava Center
- Private Snowmobiling tour
- Arrival & Departure Transfer
- Private Helicopter tour
- Local Farm Visit
- Private Three Hour Buggy Tour
- Four nights at Hotel Borg (Deluxe Room with breakfast)
- Three nights at Hotel Rangá (Deluxe Room with breakfast)
Not Included
- Lunches and dinners
- International Flights
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Map
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