5-Day Iceland Highlights from Reykjavik
This city break in Reykjavik offers an insight into the unique culture and history of Iceland via a collection of intriguing museums and galleries, and Iceland's strong sense of cultural identity as well as some of the natural highlights in south Iceland. Included in this city break is the Golden Circle, a full day excursion visiting the famous geysers, the golden Waterfall Gullfoss and the National Park Thingvellir. On a half-day excursion you will jump into the geothermal Blue Lagoon and enjoy this fascinating natural highlight.
- High Season: May 1-September 30
- Low Season: October 1-April 30
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Day 1: Arrive Reykjavik, Blue Lagoon
When you touch down at Keflavik airport which is just a short drive outside of Reykjavik you will get on the bus to The Blue Lagoon. Once you are warm and well, you continue to Reykjavik and the hotel you have chosen to live.
When you arrive at the hotel you are free to explore the city's many gems. Reykjavik is excellent for shopping and you will find many products you will not find elsewhere. Reykjavik is famous for many modern and good cafes and bars.
Meals included: n/a
Budget Accommodations: Skuggi Hotel
Mid-Range Accommodations: Hotel Fron
Luxury Accommodations: Hotel Island
Day 2: City Tour of Reykjavík (B)
Take a bus tour with City Sightseeing and explore Reykjavík at your leisure, with the opportunity to hop on and off at conveniently located bus stops. With the best of both worlds; a modern trendy and forward-looking city whilst at the same time being close to its unspoiled nature, Reykjavik truly is a magical place to behold.
SEP-FEB: Add an excursion to see the Northern Lights tonight ($100/person)!
Meals included: Breakfast
Budget Accommodations: Skuggi Hotel
Mid-Range Accommodations: Hotel Fron
Luxury Accommodations: Hotel Island
Day 3: Golden Circle (B)
On the Golden Circle Gullfoss-Geysir tour you can walk around the world-famous Geysir geothermal area, a geothermal field where hot springs are in abundance, geysers explode and pools of mud bubble. One of the Golden Circle's many highlights is the Gullfoss waterfall, the queen of Iceland's waterfalls. The tour ends with the no less spectacular Thingvellir National Park. This is the original site of the oldest existing parliament in the world. The great Atlantic Rift is clearly visible, a rift that is slowly pulling Iceland apart along tectonic plates.
Meals included: Breakfast
Budget Accommodations: Skuggi Hotel
Mid-Range Accommodations: Hotel Fron
Luxury Accommodations: Hotel Island
Day 4: Free Day or Optional Tour (B)
Today you are free to what you like. We have a wide selection of excursions and day tours you can choose from.
Meals included: Breakfast
Budget Accommodations: Skuggi Hotel
Mid-Range Accommodations: Hotel Fron
Luxury Accommodations: Hotel Island
Day 5: Depart Reykjavík (B)
Depending on flight times you can spend the morning in Reykjavik. Transfer from your hotel to Keflavik airport for your flight back.
Meals included: Breakfast
Pricing
5-Day Iceland Highlights from Reykjavik
from $995 USD
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NOTE: Prices are per person in U.S. dollars based on double/triple occupancy. All quotations are based on the current rates of park fees, VAT, other government taxes, and current exchange rates. Should any of these be increased or a new tax introduced, these increases will be added on even if your trip has already been paid for.
INCLUDES:
- All accommodations per itinerary
- All meals per itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
- All tours and entrance fees per itinerary (unless listed as excluded)
- All transportation and transfers per itinerary
- Group tours and transfers
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EXCLUDES:
- International and domestic flights
- Meals not listed
- Beverages and alcohol
- Tips for guides, drivers, hotel staff
- Optional tours
- Single room supplement
- Personal expenses (visas, airport taxes, Internet, etc.)
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