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Day 3
HVOLSVÖLLUR - ÞÓRSMÖRK -
KIRKJUBAEJARKLAUSTUR (B, D)
Start the day in awe in Þórsmörk Nature Reserve with
its unique composition of glaciers, rocks and
greenery. Þórsmörk means the area of Þór, one of the
Gods in the pageant Nordic religion. Continue along
the south shore and stop to admire the waterfalls
Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss before continuing to
Dyrhólaey Nature Reserve. Onwards to the village Vík
and cross Eldhraun, a large mass of lava, before
reaching the small village Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
Overnight in Kirkjubæjarklaustur area.
Day 4 SKAFTAFELL - JÖKULSÁRLÓN -
KIRKJUBAEJARKLAUSTUR (B, D)
Depart from Kirkjubæjarklaustur to Skaftafell
National Park, where the waterfall Svartifoss surges
over pillars of glittering black basalt dominated by
Vatnajökull, Europe's largest ice cap. Continue to
Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon where huge icebergs float
and grind together in the still, deep waters of the
lagoon, providing a surreal backdrop for a cruise
with a difference.
Overnight in Kirkjubæjarklaustur area.
Day 5 ELDGJA - LANDMANNALAUGAR (B, D)
Strike out along the Fjallabaksleið interior track
to Eldgjá, "The Fire Fissure", and Landmannalaugar,
a magnificent area surrounded by colorful rhyolite
mountains. Recall the natural wonders of the
previous few days during a relaxing soak in
naturally warm pools. Overnight in a hut in
Landmannalaugar area.
Day 6 SPRENGISANDUR (B, D)
Across the wilderness of Sprengisandur, a wild,
desolate land of breathtaking emptiness. This part
of the interior, is the longest stretch between the
South and the North and is only passable by 4wd
vehicles during summer. It is mostly very desolate
and barren. This day will certainly leave you with
some unforgettable memories and experience.
Overnight in hut and barbecue dinner.
Day 7 GAESAVÖTN - ASKJA (B,
D)
A unique day in the heart of Iceland. Start the day
by driving the isolated road towards Gæsavötn on the
northern side of Vatnajökull glacier. This route is
one of the most interesting and adventurous for 4wd
vehicles in the country. It takes us along the
northern edge of Vatnajökull glacier and into the
desert highlands of Dyngjufjöll mountains and the
Askja caldera. Explore this magnificent area and the
volcanic crater Víti. This could be the most
mysterious day during the tour. Overnight in hut and
barbecue dinner.
Day 8 ASKJA - LAKE MÝVATN (B)
From Askja we pass the largest continuous lava field
in Iceland, Ódáðahraun, before descending into the
greenness of the oasis Lake Mývatn, a wonderland of
bird life and strange volcanic rock formations. Top
the day off with a relaxing bath in the Mývatn
nature baths. Overnight in Mývatn area.
Day 9 LAKE MÝVATN - HUSAVIK (B)
Explore some of the many places of contrast between
volcanoes, fauna and flora of the Lake Mývatn area
before heading towards the bustling Húsavík village,
on the eastern shores of The Skjalfandi Bay. In
Húsavík you have the option to go on a whale
watching tour. Overnight in Húsavík.
Day 10 AKUREYRI - REYKJAVIK (B)
Drive to Akureyri, the capital of the north with a
stop at the impressive Goðafoss waterfall. In
Akureyri you will leave your guide and take an
afternoon flight to Reykjavik (approx. 45 min.
flight). Bus transfer from domestic airport to your
hotel in Reykjavik. Overnight in Reykjavik.
Day 11 DEPARTURE (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and departure.
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