Highlands
& Fjords -
Summer
Duration: 10 nights, 11 days
Operation: July - SeptemberDay 1:
Arrival Overnight stay in Reykjavík

Day 2:
Reykjavík - Þingvellir - Gullfoss
From Reykjavik head to the Nesjavellir geothermal area and on to
Lake Þingvallavatn, Iceland's largest lake, in Þingvellir National
Park. Visit Gullfoss, the ‘golden waterfall', and the spouting hot
springs of the Geyser area. Overnight in Flúðir area.
Day 3:
Þórsmörk
Spend the day in awe of nature in Þórsmörk nature reserve with its
unique composition of glaciers, rocks and greenery. Visit the
impressive Seljalandsfoss waterfall and walk up to the edge of the
Eyjafjallajökull glacier. A day to remember! Overnight in Flúðir
area.

Day 4:
Hella - Sprengisandur - Lake Mývatn
Across the wilderness of Sprengisandur, a wild, desolate land of
breathtaking emptiness. Pass the largest continuous lava field in
Iceland, Ódáðahraun, before descending into the greenness of the
sheltered Bárðardalur valley. Overnight in Mývatn area.
Day 5:
Dettifoss - Ásbyrgi - Húsavík
Explore the beautiful Lake Mývatn area on the way to Dettifoss,
Europe´s most powerful waterfall, which thunders down into the
Jökulsárgljúfur canyon. Pass through Ásbyrgi, a beautiful
horseshoe-shaped canyon, on the way to bustling Húsavík, for a whale
spotting excursion. Overnight in Mývatn area.

Day 6:
Askja Caldera
Drive into the desert highlands of Dyngjufjöll mountains. The
highlight of the tour is the Askja caldera. The magnificent Lake
Askja, Iceland's deepest lake and the volcanic crater Víti which
translates as Hell. Visiting Askja is an unforgettable experience
emphasizing the greatness nature has to offer. Overnight in Mývatn
area.
Day 7:
Vopnafjörður - Egilsstaðir - East Fjords
Head through the interior highlands to Vopnafjörður and explore
this beautiful oasis on the border to the Arctic. Take a dip in the
beautiful swimming pool on the banks of River Selá. Visit Burstafell
farm before continuing over Hellisheiði mountain pass. Navigate the
rugged and varied coastline of the East Fjords where towering
mountains, bare rock faces ridged by the forces of weather and wind,
plunge vertically into the sea. Overnight at Djúpivogur.

Day 8:
Djúpivogur - Skaftafell National Park - Kirkjubæjarklaustur
Stop to admire the striking vista from Almannaskarð pass
encompassing the renowned Vatnajökull glacier and the majestic
coastline. Head to Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon before continuing to
Skaftafell National Park for a leisurely hike. Overnight in
Kirkjubæjarklaustur area.
Day 9:
Laki Volcanic Craters
A full day tour from Kirkjubæjarklaustur to the area of Laki
volcanic craters, famous for the eruption in 1783 when a giant lava
flow formed the spectacular Eldhraun lava field. A unique
experience. Overnight in Kirkjubæjarklaustur area.

Day 10:
Kirkjubæjarklaustur - Landmannalaugar - Reykjavík
Drive along the Fjallabaksleið interior track to Landmannalaugar,
a magnificent area surrounded by colourful rhyolite mountains Recall
the natural wonders of the previous few days during a relaxing soak
in naturally heated pools, before returning to Reykjavík in the late
afternoon.


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PACKAGE DETAILS
Departure dates
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Guaranteed departure ***
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Pre night
Jul 1 ***
Jul 8
Jul 10
Jul 17
Jul 26 ***
Jul 29
Aug 5 ***
Aug 14 ***
Aug 23
Aug 26
Sep 2
Sep 4 |
Tour Departure
Jul 2 ***
Jul 9
Jul 11
Jul 18
Jul 27 ***
Jul 30
Aug 6 ***
Aug 15 ***
Aug 24
Aug 27
Sep 3
Sep 5 |
Guaranteed departure *** |
PRICES |
prices are Per
person in double/twin room
Economy: * £2429 pp
Standard: £2449 pp
Superior: * £2499 pp |
Single
Suppl.
£509 pp
£529 pp
£589 pp |
*Superior and
economy prices apply only for the accommodation in
Reykjavík.
INCLUDED:
Airport Flybus transfers (in / out)
9 day guided tour from/to Reykjavík in a modified rough
terrain vehicle.
Accommodation 2 nights w/breakfast and w/facilities in
Reykjavík
Accommodation 8 nights w/breakfast and w/facilities in the
countryside 8 dinners in the countryside
4 lunchboxes
Entrance to Petra´s stone collection
Visit to Burstafell farm
Whale watching tour from Húsavík Entrance to Selá swimming
pool
NOT
INCLUDED:
Optional tours
Meals other than those listed in itinerary
International flights *not included please call us 01926 330
223
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This tour is operated in a
modified off-road vehicle with all the comforts of a normal
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Optional Tours (at extra cost):
Horse riding tour
Boat tour to the island Papey
Mývatn Nature Baths
Boat tour on the Glacial Lagoon
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Note: We reserve the right to alter routes without
prior notice due to road conditions. Maximum 16-23
persons. Some days have 1-4 hours of hiking.
This holiday offer is subject to availability
and is subject to Vamos Travel ltd terms & conditions.
Clients are expected to have the full & appropriate travel
insurance. We expect our clients to complete a booking
form, which they must sign. This is our confirmation
from the client, that the terms and conditions have
been read, understood and agreed too.
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Accommodation
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Classification
for Scheduled tours:
Economy:
Hotel Cabin ,
Hotel Leifur Eiríksson,
Ísafold Guesthouse
Standard:
Icelandair Hotel,
Loftleiðir Park Inn Hotel,
Björk Hotel,
Plaza Hotel
Superior:
Icelandair Hotel Nordica,
Radisson SAS Saga,
Grand hotel Reykjavík,
Loftleiðir Hotel - poet rooms
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