Iceland Land of Fire & Ice
Join the Travel Gals on this fun group trip! March 2-8, 2022
Please note that this trip is now past its departure date but if you are interested in this itinerary, we can get you on a similar trip in the future. Also, this was a "Travel Gal" trip! This means that one of the Travel Gals went on this trip. It also has our seal of approval and we can offer a great package that we think you will enjoy!
Here is the video invitation for this trip but it also gives a quick overview of the tour as well.
We held an informative presentation on Feb 18, 2021 that reviewed lots of details about what is included on this trip and how you can join us.
ABOUT THIS TRIP
7 DAYS & 7 MEALS INCLUDED
Iceland is a unique destination that offers pristine nature, boasting geysers, geothermal pools, waterfalls and wildlife, breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture deeply rooted in ancient heritage. Spend five nights in Iceland while exploring this amazing land of fire and ice.
Highlights
- 7 Meals: 5 breakfasts and 2 dinners
- Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours
- Included city tour of Reykjavik with a local guide
- Experience a full-day adventure of volcanoes, waterfalls, geothermal activity and nature, with a local guide, on the included South Shore excursion
- Discover the Reykjanes Peninsula (weather permitting during northern lights departures) and its geothermal activities with a local guide on this included full-day excursion
- Relax in the Blue Lagoon (entrance included)
- Enjoy a virtual flight as you ‘Fly Over Iceland’
- On a full-day included Golden Circle tour with a local guide, see the Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, visit the “Geysir” and more natural wonders
- $35 in Mayflower Money
Day 1: Depart the usa
Today you’ll depart the USA on your overnight flight to Keflavik, Iceland.
Day 2: kelflavik, iceland
Iceland is full of surprises – for one, it isn’t covered in ice! It’s a stunning mix of green plains, wild volcanic scenery, beautiful coasts and lakes, spouting geysers, hot springs, mud pools and sophisticated cities. Topped off by clean, fresh air, you’ll find yourself in a trance surrounded by unique natural beauty throughout the country.
Upon arrival, you’ll be met by a representative of Mayflower Cruises & Tours and transferred to your hotel in the town of Hveragerdi or Selfoss. Rooms will be available for check-in upon arrival. All flights should arrive by 3:30 pm. This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at the hotel. Meal: D
Accommodation: Hotel Ork, Hveragerdi, Iceland or Hotel Selfoss, Selfoss, Iceland
Day 3: Iceland's south shore
After breakfast, your adventure to the South Shore begins with a journey through small villages and farmlands to the majestic mountains with views including Mt. Hekla, the most active volcano in Iceland, and the towering, ice-capped strato volcano Eyjafjallajokull, which last erupted in 2010.
Iceland is also famous for its waterfalls and you’ll see two of the most magnificent—the Seljalandsfoss which tumbles over high rock escarpments allowing you to walk behind the waterfall, and Skogafoss. Learn about the preservation of the Southern Iceland cultural heritage on the visit to Skogar Folk Museum.
Exploration continues to Dyrholaey, a magnificent rocky headland with sheer cliffs, en route to the village of Vik. Head to the seashore, flanked by steep bird cliffs rising high above the beautiful black sand beach. In the sea, just outside of Vik, see the Reynisdrangar Rocks which stand 216 feet above sea level at their highest point. Meal: B
Accommodation: Hotel Ork, Hveragerdi, Iceland or Hotel Selfoss, Selfoss, Iceland
Day 4: reykjanes peninsula & blue lagoon
This morning, head for the rough tracks of Reykjanes, one of the most active volcanic areas in Iceland. Visit the geothermal area of Krysuvik and Lake Kleifarvatn with its hot springs and solfatares. The moonlike surroundings of the lake never fail to leave a strong impression on visitors!
A remarkable life enriching experience is a visit to the Blue Lagoon – a lake of warm, mineral-rich geothermal water, internationally renowned for its healing prowess. Located in the middle of a lava field in the pure and beautiful Icelandic wilderness, water is heated by underground volcanic activity at a depth of 5,400 feet and is pumped to the surface to form this man-made wonder. The Blue Lagoon is known for its special properties and its beneficial effect on the skin. Visitors from all over the world come here in search of health, relaxation and an exotic experience. You’ll have an opportunity to soak in the pleasantly warm mineral-rich water. Meal: B
Accommodation: Hotel Ork, Hveragerdi, Iceland or Hotel Selfoss, Selfoss, Iceland
Day 5: reykjavik, iceland
Iceland’s capital city of 100,000 people, is unique in many ways. This capital is a modern city with a variety of restaurants, museums, galleries and theaters. Heated entirely by geothermal water, it is home to the “smoking bay”, so named for the rising steam that greeted the city’s Viking founder, Angolfr Arnarsson, as he sailed into the bay here in 874 AD.
The city center is the heart of Reykjavik and home to many charming historic buildings of stone and timber contrasting with imaginative modern architecture. It has the features of a modern society complemented by a close connection to natural wonders right on the city’s doorstep.
On the included panoramic city tour of the world’s most northerly capital, see the old town center, Parliament, cathedral, harbor, National Museum, ‘Pearl’ and Hofoi House (site of the Iceland summit of 1986), and Hallgrímskirkja Church whose steeple is a landmark of the city.
Enjoy free time for lunch on your own and shopping, then prepare to ‘take off’ as you visit Fly Over Iceland. During this virtual flight, experience waterfalls, geysers, scenic landscapes, and the spectacular natural wonders of Iceland like never before. With the special effects of motion, wind, sound and scents, this unique ‘flying’ experience is sure to be a highlight of your day! Return to the hotel late afternoon for an evening at leisure. Meal: B
Accommodation: Hotel Ork, Hveragerdi, Iceland or Hotel Selfoss, Selfoss, Iceland
Day 6: the golden cirlce
Day 7: Return to USA
Following breakfast, transfer to Keflavik Airport and bid a fond farewell to amazing Iceland, as you return home with memorable life enriching experiences to cherish. Meal: B
Pricing for this trip
You may pay via check, Visa, MC, or AMEX. Deposits start at just $250 per person!
- $2,499 per person
- Add $379 for single supplement*
- Add $299 per person for Travel Protection Plan
Ready to Book or Need More Information?
Email or call us at 425-608-0266!
Please note that this tour has past but we can recommend another similar tour for you!
*Ask us about the Guaranteed Share Program for Single Travelers!
Guaranteed Share Program
FOR SOLO TRAVELERS! Reduce your travel costs and enjoy the company of a roommate when you take advantage of Mayflower Cruises & Tours’ Solo Traveler Program and a Guaranteed Share. You will be paired with another traveler of the same gender at the twin rate. Should a roommate not be available, you’ll enjoy accommodations in a twin room and only pay the twin rate!
Terms & Conditions: Itinerary is subject to change. Mayflower reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions and to change all fares, fees and surcharges at any time. Additional terms and conditions may apply; see your Travel Agent for details.
Group space is based on availability of live inventory and no space will be held without a $250 per person deposit. Final payment is due 90 days prior to departure.
Special ‘Northern Lights’ Departures: During the tour, there will be a special excursion to a location selected by your guide that will offer optimal viewing of this amazing natural phenomenon. If the ‘lights’ are not seen, there will be one more opportunity offered during the tour. Please note: Sightings are not guaranteed.
Air itineraries may not be available until documents are received. Air seats are assigned by the airline for the entire group. Seat changes can only be attempted upon receipt of tickets and documents at which time availability may be limited. If specific seat assignments are vital to your reservation, we recommend individual air reservations rather than booking air with the group.
If we are not providing air, we must have air schedules 60 days prior to departure. Airport transfers will not be provided. Adding air schedules after 60 days will result in a $25 revision fee per person.
Passports and Visas: Each U.S. citizen must have a valid passport. Expiry date of passports should be at least 6 months after the return date of tour. If you don’t have a passport, call our office and we’ll tell you how to apply for one. Some countries require visas for entry by U.S. citizens. We will send visa applications and instructions if a visa is required for your tour. Holders of non-U.S. passports should contact their nearest consulate and inquire about the necessary passport or visa documentation required for entry into the countries visited.
Due to airline security measures, your passport name must match your airline ticket name and your tour reservation name or you may be denied aircraft boarding.
Travelers Protection Plan: This nonrefundable fee waives all cancellation fees when we are notified of cancellation one day before the tour departs. If you must leave the tour early due to personal illness, illness or death of a member of your immediate family, TPP guarantees full refund for any unused services after the departure of the tour. Other benefits include medical expenses for illness and injury, emergency transportation, 24 hour hot line, and lost or stolen baggage assistance. Return air transportation is included ONLY if your air tickets were provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours. If you purchase the optional Travelers Protection Plan (TPP), you will be refunded all payments, including deposit amount, less the TPP premium amount.
Exclusions: Mayflower Cruises & Tours reserves the right to alter its refund and cancellation policy when a substantial amount of cancellation or postponement of travel is attributable to: conditions resulting from an act of God, natural or man-made disaster, fire, government action, civil disorder, war, hostilities between nations, or unavailability of transportation through no fault of Mayflower Cruises & Tours.