Iceland's Natural Wonders

Post-Trip, 5 Days

Once you’ve seen the land of ice, it only makes sense to see its counterpart: the land of fire and ice — Iceland. Explore Iceland’s hot springs, bubbling mud pools, lava fields, thundering waterfalls, spouting geysers and massive icecaps and glaciers.

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Itinerary - 5 Days

Day 1 — Oslo, Norway/Keflavik, Iceland/Akureyri

Fly to Iceland arriving in Akureyri. Check in to the Edda Hotel (or similar), where dinner is served.
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Day 2 — Lake Myvatn

The geothermal waters at Lake Myvatn are a sanctuary for bird life. The lava field is dotted with natural sculptures. Return to Akureyri for dinner at a local restaurant.
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Day 3 — Akureyri/Reykjavik

Fly to Reykjavik, the world's northernmost capital. Transfer to Centrum Hotel and relax. This afternoon, we explore this northern city: Albingi Parliament House; Government House (a former prison, which was built in the 18th century); and the impressive Hallgrimskirkja Church with its 21-foot-high tower.
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Day 4 — Golden Circle: Gullfoss and Geysir

Today we see Iceland's wild and natural side: glacial waterfalls, abundant rivers and hot springs. Thundering Gullfloss Falls and the steaming Geysir Hot Springs will remain in your memory. At Thingvellir National Park we see nature and history converge: it's the open air site of the ancient Parliament. Dinner is enjoyed at a local restaurant.
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Day 5 — Reykjavik/Keflavik/U.S.

After breakfast, you may opt to relax at the hotel, or spend the morning at the Blue Lagoon. (A transfer to the Lagoon will be provided; the entrance fee and all facilities at the Lagoon are at guest’s expense.) Those not wanting to visit the Lagoon will depart from the hotel around noon and meet the group for lunch at the Lagoon, followed by a transfer to Keflavik Airport for flights home.**NOTE: The Beyond the North Cape voyages in August end in Bergen, so guests will fly from Bergen to Keflavik via Oslo.
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