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MAGNIFICENT ICELAND 2008

 

ORGANIZED SELF-DRIVE TOUR

 

6 days / 5 nights, Reykjavik - Hvalfjordur - Snaefellsnes Peninsula - Breidafjordur -

West Fjords - Holvavik - Borgarfjordur - Reykjavik

Departures: Daily, May - September 2008

Iceland scenes

 Snæfellsjökull Glacier the magnificent landmark of West Iceland. Majestic mountains, deep blue fjords, millions of birds, seal and air like champagne - all these attributes characterize the West fjords. Types of car recommended: Any type.

 

Fascinating and pure nature of Iceland awaits you: glaciers, geysers, waterfalls and volcanoes and fjords. Experience the powerful natural forces and contrasts of gushing hot springs by Geyser. Enjoy the spectacle of Strokkur geyser and the air the roaring power of Gullfoss Waterfall. Major sights are within easy reach of accommodations, which are a combination of hotels, guesthouses and farms, both with private and shared facilities.

 

Day 1 KEFLAVIK - REYKJAVIK
Arrival and overnight in Reykjavik (transfer from international airport not included).

All travel documents will be delivered to the first hotel in Reykjavik.

For Airport transfers by Flybus click here.


Day 2 HVALFJÖRÐUR - SNAEFELLSNES PENINSULA (B)

Depart Reykjavik towards Hvalfjörður. Continue to Snæfellsnes peninsula and en route pass the magnificent Eldborg crater before exploring the countless natural wonders the peninsula has to offer, for example Arnarstapi sea cliffs with their varied birdlife and the rocky beach of Djúpalónssandur.

Optional: Snow scooter tour on Snæfellsjökull Glacier

 

Snæfellsjökull glacier, Iceland

Day 3 BREIDAFJÖRÐUR - BRJANSLAEKUR (B)

Sail with the ferry Baldur across the beautiful Breiðafjörður bay with its countless islands and rich bird life to Brjánslækur. Recommended is a drive to Látrabjarg cliffs the westernmost point of Iceland. In summer the 444 m high sea cliffs are occupied by millions of puffins, gannets, guillemots and razorbills.
 

Puffin


Day 4 WEST FJORDS (B)

Drive through the beautiful West Fjords making a stop at the waterfall Dynjandi on the way to Ísafjörður, the largest town in the area. Explore the town and its surroundings such as the neighboring towns of Bolungarvík and Suðureyri.

 

Optional: Boat tour to the Vigur Island

Kayak tour in Ísafjörður

Natural History Museum of Bolungarvík
 

Glaumbaer Museum, Maria Wokaun


Day 5 HOLMAVIK - BORGARFJÖRÐUR (B)

Drive the numerous uninhabited fjords of Ísafjarðardjúp with beautiful coastlines teeming with seals and bird life. Across Steingrímsfjarðarheiði to the village Hólmavík. Continue along the bay of Húnaflói and across Holtavörðuheiði plateau to the agricultural region of Borgarfjörður before returning to Reykjavik.

 

Optional: Witchcraft Museum at Hólmavík

Day 6 REYKJAVIK - DEPARTURE (B)

Morning free for own activities and sightseeing before afternoon Fly Bus transfer to Keflavik airport.
 

 

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 Facts about Iceland, practical information,

 major attractions and flights to Iceland.

 

 Driving in Iceland

 

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 Departure Dates

 Daily, May - Sep 2008 / Self-drive tour

 Prices in US Dollar

 Magnificent Iceland, 6 days

 Per person in double room

 Car

 category:

Group

1

Group

2

Group

3

Group

3.1

Group

5

 4 adults + car

1,010

1,025

1,065

1,075

1,165

 3 adults + car

1,070

1,090

1,145

1,160

1,280

 2 adults + car

1,190

1,215

1,295

1,325

1,500

 1 adult + car

2,000

2,050

2,215

2,265

2,625

 Rate for children 2-11 years, when sharing a double room

 with 2 adults: USD 235

 Single supplement per room per night is $ 105

 Rates valid from 01 June - 31 August 2007

 May & Sep are offered with a 15 % discount

 April & October are offered with a 20 % discount

 Rental car for 4 days.

 Higher categories available on request.

 Types of car recommended: Group 2 (Compact ) and higher

  Car Types

 Included

  • Delivery of  travel documents to your first hotel in Reykjavik

  • 5 nights accommodation is a combination of farmhouses, guesthouses and hotels

  • Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily

  • 4 days rental car, category 1, manual

  • Unlimited mileage, CDW, VAT and one authorized driver

  • Detailed itinerary and road map of Iceland with marked accommodations

 Not Included

  • Airport transfers, see Flybus

  • Fuel expenses

  • Meals

  • Optional Tours

  • Gratuities

  • Personal insurance / personal items

  • $ 25 service fee

 Add-ons: Tour Options

  • Additional nights in Reykjavik

  • Visit to the Blue Lagoon

  • Greenland excursion, 1-3 days

 Please note:

 Pick up of rental car on day 2.

 Drop off at Keflavík airport or in Reykjavík on departure

 day before 09:00. If the car is delivered outside this time

 range, an extra day will be charged. Due to road

 conditions routes may be altered without prior notice.

 The highland tracks of Iceland are not expected to be

 open until the middle of June.
 A final list of accommodations will be sent with your

 documents. Hotels are selected at the discretion of the

 local tour operator.


 Rental car for 4 days. Types of car recommended: Any type.

 

 List of Hotels

 Accommodation is a combination of farmhouses,

 guesthouses and hotels, with breakfast.
 

 Magnificent Iceland, self drive tours in Iceland

 

 Click here for map of Iceland

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