Available: Oct 1 - Dec 15, 2012 (departure dates based on gateway).
This tour is not recommended for children under 12 years old.
Day 1: Evening departure from North America
Day 2: Early morning arrival in Iceland. On own transfer to hotel in Reykjavik. Guaranteed check in by 10am (only guaranteed for passengers on Icelandair Fly and Hotel packages; normal check-in is 2pm) Rest of the day open for your own activities.
Day 3: Morning on your own. 11:30am departure on from Reykjavik on tour. Head through the scenic south coast of Iceland, dotted with farmlands, waterfalls and mountains. There will be a stop for lunch (not included) The goal is a glacier. Strap on crampons and take an ice pick for a guided walk on a glacier. A safe and easy walk takes you through a wonderland of ice sculptures, ridges and deep crevasses. Afterwards, as night falls, head for a charming seaside village that is home to a famous seafood restaurant. Here you can relax and enjoy a filling, warm dinner of lobster soup and bread. Iceland's lobster soup is legendary, and you will see why. Afterwards, head out in the tour vehicle searching for glimpses of the elusive, beautiful Northern Lights. The route changes based on best conditions for sightings. Note- Northern lights are a natural phenomenon and weather dependent. (Best weather conditions are cold, clear nights) Northern Lights sightings are not guaranteed.
Tour is about 11- 12 hours. Return to Reykjavik around midnight.
Day 4: Day open for your own activities. Maybe you'll explore local galleries and museums in the city. Or take an invigorating horseback ride in beautiful lava field surroundings. In the evening enjoy dinner at one of the city's many excellent restaurants (on your own).
Day 5: Breakfast at hotel on your own. Morning open for own activities. On own transfer to airport for late afternoon departure to North America.
Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura ****: (formerly Icelandair Hotel Loftleidir) The Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura guarantees early check in to travelers arriving on overnight flights from North America. Check in guaranteed by 10am! (only guaranteed for passengers on Icelandair Fly and Hotel packagesl normal check-in is 2pm)
Four-star Reykjavik accommodation show casing the best of Icelandic nature. Newly-renovated Reykjavik Natura is close to the city center, in the quiet Oskjuhlid wooded area near the sea. The name of our hotel is inspired by the outstanding natural beauty that is on our doorstep. We are ISO 14001 certified as a green hotel.
The Natura is located next to Reykjavik landmark "the Pearl" and its surrounding woods and pleasant walking/cycling paths, and just a short walk from Nautholsvik thermal beach, where you can take a dip in a warmed lagoon of the North Atlantic, try some sea kayaking, or simply soak in a relaxing thermal hot tub (activities operate May - Aug). Our hotel also overlooks the nearby mountains and sea, as well as the city’s small domestic airport; spotting propeller planes as they come in to land is very popular with our younger guests! The hotel is close (yet just far enough, many say!) to the excitement of Reykjavik’s historical city center. It takes less than 30 minutes by foot to reach this area; hotel offers a free shuttle bus several times a day. You can also take a free bus to the Kringlan Shopping Center to stock up on souvenirs.
Well-known for its welcoming and attentive staff, the newly renovated, elegant "green" hotel offers a comfortable restaurant, cocktail lounge, beauty salon, the elegant Soley Nature Spa, and a tour desk. Its 220 guest rooms feature private bath/shower with hair dryer, telephone, radio, and satellite TV. This hotel offers new Satt restaurant, a stylish cocktail lounge, gift shop, free storytelling nights (Thursdays), complimentary Icelandic themed movies in the hotel cinema, and a tour desk. During the summer bicycle rental is available and ideal for exploring the city’s many scenic bike paths.
Hilton Reykjavik Nordica Hotel **** The Hilton Reykjavik Nordica now guarantees early check in to travelers arriving on overnight flights from North America if booked through Icelandair. Check in guaranteed by 10am! (only guaranteed for passengers on Icelandair Fly and Hotel packagesl normal check-in is 2pm)
The contemporary Hilton Reykjavik Nordica hotel sits in the financial district of the capital and is only 5- 10 minutes’ walk from Laugar Spa, the outdoor park, Laugardalur the Botanical Gardens and the biggest geothermal swimming pool in Iceland. This hotel features elegant Scandinavian design with a fireplace and cocktail lounge in the modern lobby, a stylish and award-winning restaurant, superb business and conference facilities and state-of-the-art spa and fitness center. With 252 rooms and suites, it is one of Iceland's largest hotels, with private bath/shower, hair dryer, telephone, radio, satellite TV and minibar. Free shuttle service is provided to the nearby city center.
The VOX Restaurant is the perfect meeting place for any occasion, whether it's to enjoy and extravagant meal at VOX Restaurant or a light meal at the VOX Bistro. VOX Restaurant is known for it spectacular lunch buffet and now, for the first time in Iceland, for its amazing High Tea, served at VOX Bar
The elegant NordicaSpa has soothing mineral salt hot tubs, aroma therapy steam rooms, and a Finnish sauna.
The spa offers the famous La Stone volcanic treatment. The hotel also has a superb Panorama Lounge offering the comforts and services sought by the discerning traveler.
Hilton Reykjavik Nordica Hotel **** The Hilton Reykjavik Nordica now guarantees early check in to travelers arriving on overnight flights from North America if booked through Icelandair. Check in guaranteed by 10am (only guaranteed for passengers on Icelandair Fly and Hotel packages; normal check-in is 2pm)
The contemporary Hilton Reykjavik Nordica hotel sits in the financial district of the capital and is only 5- 10 minutes’ walk from Laugar Spa, the outdoor park, Laugardalur the Botanical Gardens and the biggest geothermal swimming pool in Iceland. This hotel features elegant Scandinavian design with a fireplace and cocktail lounge in the modern lobby, a stylish and award-winning restaurant, superb business and conference facilities and state-of-the-art spa and fitness center. With 252 rooms and suites, it is one of Iceland's largest hotels, with private bath/shower, hair dryer, telephone, radio, satellite TV and minibar. Free shuttle service is provided to the nearby city center.
The VOX Restaurant is the perfect meeting place for any occasion, whether it's to enjoy and extravagant meal at VOX Restaurant or a light meal at the VOX Bistro. VOX Restaurant is known for its spectacular lunch buffet and now, for the first time in Iceland, for its amazing High Tea, served at VOX Bar
The elegant NordicaSpa has soothing mineral salt hot tubs, aroma therapy steam rooms, and a Finnish sauna.
The spa offers the famous La Stone volcanic treatment. The hotel also has a superb Panorama Lounge offering the comforts and services sought by the discerning traveler.
Prices may be higher based on departure date selected.
Note: Double Room packages are based on twin beds. If you would like a double bed during your stay, please contact the hotel directly to have your room changed. There is no charge for this. Hotel contact information will be provided with your confirmation.
Includes
Hotel Natura Version:
Round-trip airfare from Toronto (YYZ), Halifax (YHZ), New York (JFK), Boston (BOS), Washington, DC (IAD), Denver (DEN) and Seattle (SEA)
Three hotel nights
Guaranteed check in from 10 am (only guaranteed for passengers on Icelandair Fly and Hotel packages; normal check-in is 2pm)
