10D WONDERS OF ICELAND from Chan's World Holidays

Highlights:

City Tour of Reykjavik
Blue Lagoon
Golden Circle Tour with Gullfoss Waterfalls, Geysir Hot Spring and Thingvellir National Park
Haukadalur Valley
Waterfall Seljalandsfoss and Waterfall Skogarfoss
Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon with Boat Ride
Skaftafell National Park Glacier Hike
Whale Watching Tour at Husavik
Dettifoss Waterfall and Gooafoss Waterfall
Ice Caving Tour at Langjokull

10D WONDERS OF ICELAND

From $6988 SGD

SINGAPORE - REYKJAVIK

Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Reykjavik - Iceland.

REYKJAVIK - BLUE LAGOON - REYKJAVIK (LUNCH/DINNER)

Embark on a city tour of Reykjavik the capital of Iceland, take in sights like the visually stunning Harpa Concert Hall and the Parliament on bustling Austurvollur Square while enjoying panoramic views from the city’s main landmark, Hallgrimskirkja church the largest church in Iceland and the sixth tallest structure. Uncover a wonderful mix of old and new exploring the Scandinavian charms preserved in colorful buildings of the old town center and the modernity of the trendy downtown harbor district. After lunch visit the world-renowned Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa set in a black lava field and is filled with its pleasantly warm mineral-rich seawater, which provides the ultimate interaction and relaxation with Iceland’s raw nature. Enjoy a dip in the lagoon with a warm waterfall that provides an energising massage. Be on the lookout for white buckets located throughout the lagoon

these contain the famous silica mud, an essential part of the spa experience. Return to Reykjavik followed by dinner.

REYKJAVIK - GOLDEN CIRCLE TOUR - SELFOSS (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER)

Iceland’s Golden Circle showcases a trio of celebrated natural attractions including the dramatic Gullfoss waterfall and the geothermal fields of Geysir Hot Spring Area alive with boiling mud pits, steam vents, and exploding geysers. The centrepiece is the UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park, where Viking settlers established an assembly in AD 930 which has evolved into the world’s oldest parliament today. Thingvellir also holds geological significance, as it marks the visible site of the mid-Atlantic Ridge where the North American and Eurasian continental plates meet. At Haukadalur valley can be seen are some of the most famous sights of Iceland such as the biggest geysers Strokkur and Geysir itself, which gave others their name. Strokkur is very dependable and erupts every 5 to 10 minutes, whereas the bigger Geysir nowadays only erupts very rarely. There are also more than 40 other little hot springs, mud pots and fumaroles nearby.

SELFOSS - SKOGAR - VIK - HNAPAVELLIR (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER)

Today, drive along the South to Vik. Enroute view the Waterfall Seljalandsfoss and Waterfall Skogarfoss. Seljalandsfoss is a narrow but high waterfall, plunging over the mountainside of West Eyjafjöll. A path lies at the bottom of the cliff where it cascades down, offering an opportunity to walk behind the waterfall and out from the other side. Skogar has beautiful natural surroundings with Skogarfoss waterfall, at 60 m high is one of the most impressive in the country, which is the final in a series of 20 on the Skogaá River. The town of Vik is famous for its black sand beaches and its proximity to Dyrholaey, a naturally formed arch in the cliff that is so big, ships can sail through it at certain tides. It´s a former island of volcanic origin hence is surrounded by black sand beaches and green meadows, this 120m high precipice was created by an eruption thousands of years ago. The name Dyrholaey means 'door hill island' in Icelandic.

HNAPAVELLIR - JOKULSARLON - BREIDDALSVIK (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER)

Visit the Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon and embark on a boat ride to view the lagoon, with a chance to see seals sun bathing on the bright blue ice. The lake is the lowest point in the country and filled with icebergs drifting towards the sea, often with seals lounging on top. The blocks of ice that breaks off from the glacier are typically 30m high, in dramatic shades of white and bright blue. Continue to Skaftafell National Park for a glacier hike on some of the many well maintained trails, famous throughout the country for its excellent weather and sunny summer days.

BREIDDALSVIK - HUSAVIK (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER)

Enjoy a scenic drive from Breiddalsvik to Husavik arriving in the afternoon for lunch followed by on a whale watching tour at Husavik the Whale Capital of Iceland. Try to spot the species which includes the Bottlenose Whales, Mink, and Humpback Whales.

HUSAVIK - MYVATN - REYKHOLT (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER)

Start your day with a scenic drive to Myvatn Lake to explore lava formations of Dimmuborgir and the geothermal area of Namaskaro. Walk the marked pathways to spot arches and pillars or check out lava caves. Meaning 'dark forts' in Icelandic, Dimmuborgir is an area of lava fields with black lava formations on display in dramatic fashion. In Namaskaro, see the bubbling mud pools and steaming fumaroles. There are some wooden pathways around the area but most visitors prefer to get up close to look at the pools, but be careful, the mud in this area is thick and sticky and the residue from the steam can stain clothing. Visit Dettifoss Waterfall (try and recall in which movie this waterfalls is featured) reputed to be the most powerful waterfall in Europe. View Gooafoss Waterfall, one of the most impressive waterfalls in Iceland. Measuring at 12m high and 30m wide, the waterfall is a must see when in Iceland which is famed for its many spectacular waterfalls. There are walking paths around the falls making it easy to take fantastic photographs from different angle.

REYKHOLT - REYKJAVIK (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER)

Today you explore one of nature wonders in Iceland. Embark on an Ice Cave tour onbaord an 8 wheel monster glacier truck to experience the man made ice cave located on Europe’s second largest glacier - Langjokull. Explore around the ice cave and marvel at the interior of the ice cave. Later head back to Reykjavik via the 5,770 m long tunnel through Hvalfjordur.

REYKJAVIK - SINGAPORE (BREAKFAST)

After breakfast, free at leisure till you transfer to the airport for your flight home.

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Agency: Chan's World Holidays

10D WONDERS OF ICELAND

From $6988 SGD

Agency: Chan's World Holidays

10D WONDERS OF ICELAND

From $6988 SGD

Agency: Chan's World Holidays