Iceland Including the Blue Lagoon
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Embrace adventure on this Iceland journey with the Blue Lagoon, featuring all the natural and manmade highlights of this ethereal world of fire and ice. The highlights? A walk in the ancient Thingvellir National Park and rewarding soak with the locals in geothermal waters.
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From 23/11/2025 to 03/04/2026
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What's included
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver.
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted.
All porterage and restaurant gratuities.
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes.
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals.
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras.
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing.
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys).
Optional Experiences and free time.
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
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Itinerary
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Day 1 Welcome to Reykjav?k Stays With Stories Your epic journey through lush lava fields and the windswept landscapes of Iceland begins in the quirky capital of Reykjav?k. The northernmost capital of the world seems infused with vivid colour, from the bustling byway of Laugavegur to the enthusiasm of the city's friendly locals. Spend time exploring Iceland's Viking heritage, pay tribute to the sun and snap a selfie in front of The Sun Voyager or stroll around the lively Old Harbour, before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers at 18:00 for a drink and Canapes to kick-start your love affair with Iceland. This evening, you'll check into the Grand Hotel Reykjav?k, our Stays With Stories accommodation, where nods to local mythology and nature provide the perfect introduction to a city that celebrates art around every turn. Admire the dramatic glass artwork by local artist Leifur Brei?fj?r?, on proud display in the lobby as you Check in for your first night in mystical Iceland.
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Day 2 Journey to Reykholt and on to Borgarnes Explore the small capital city of Reykjav?k on a sightseeing tour with your Travel Director this morning. View all the city's major attractions including the Parliament, the Harpa Concert Hall, and the city's main landmark, the Hallgr?mskirkja Church, perched at the top of a hill in the heart of the city. Leave the city behind and travel through the undersea tunnel Hvalfj?r?r to Akranes, whose local Folk Museum you visit before enjoying views of the rugged coastline from the town's lighthouse. View Deildartunguhver, Europe's highest-flowing hot spring, followed by a visit to Reykholt, famously the former 13th-century home of one of Iceland's most loved authors, Snorri Sturluson. Nature takes centre stage this afternoon, when you view Hraunfoss and nearby Barnafoss, both beautiful waterfalls in their own right and a soul-stirring way to end your day.
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Day 3 A Day to Explore the Snaefellsnes Peninsula Bundle up warmly as you make your way to the wild, sea swept landscapes of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula this morning. You'll soon discover why the Peninsula is fondly referred to as 'Iceland in miniature' for encompassing every one of Iceland's most magnificent natural treasures - volcanoes, lava fields, glaciers, waterfalls and more - in just 55 miles (90 km). Explore on your own or consider joining an Optional Experience on a cruise of Brei?afj?r?ur Bay. Soak up the sights, sample Viking 'sushi' and marvel at the quaint fishing villages. Return to your hotel in Borgarnes to enjoy an evening at leisure.
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Day 4 Onwards through Thingvellir National Park to Gullfoss, Geysir and Selfoss Connect with Locals As you travel around Iceland's 'Golden Circle', Mother Nature's magic touch can be seen around every turn. Visit the 'Golden Waterfall' of Gullfoss, saved at the turn of the last century by the tenacity of a farmer's daughter who threatened to throw herself into its depths if it was developed for hydroelectric power. Then, head to the world-famous hot spring area of Geysir and see Strokkur shoot a spectacular plume of water and steam high into the air. You'll see first-hand how the movements of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates have carved into the Earth's crust, in the UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park. This evening, Connect With Locals with a local storyteller and her songwriter husband, and delve into their colourful family history, then join them for dinner at an exclusive Be My Guest experience. Continue to Selfoss later, where you'll stay overnight.
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Day 5 Admire Reykjanes and Blue Lagoon and Return to Reykjav?k Make Travel Matter Dive Into Culture Stays With Stories Start the day with a visit to Iceland's newest geothermal heat and electric power station in Hellishei?i, the second largest of its kind in the world. During this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER(R) Experience learn why Hellishei?arvirkjun is a world leader in the utilisation of geothermal energy. You can almost feel the Earth simmering under the surface as you journey across Reykjanes Peninsula, a UNESCO Global Geopark. This is the only place in the world where the Mid-Atlantic Ridge is visible above sea level. View Strandarkikja and let some of its legendary powers bring you good luck. Then, watch as sulphurous steam emerges from the lunar landscapes surrounding Lake Kleifarvatn. Dive Into Culture at the world-famous Blue Lagoon (please remember to pack your swimwear), whose steaming turquoise waters are said to have healing powers. For an extra special treat, rub some of the lagoon's famous silica-mud on your skin and enjoy a sauna with lagoon views. This evening, we reminisce over the myths and legends we've encountered along the way, during dinner with newfound friends and your Travel Director.
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Day 6 Farewell Iceland For now, it's time to say a fond farewell to Iceland after an unforgettable trip. Dining Summary
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2 - Dinner Be My Guest Selfoss: Join a local storyteller and her famous songwriter husband for insights into their family history and an exclusive Be My Guest dinner. Dive into Culture Grindavik: Bathe in the warm healing waters of the geothermal Blue Lagoon. Iconic Experience Reykjavik: Explore the city with your Travel Director. See the old town centre, the parliament building, H?f?i House, the colourful harbour and the Hallgr?mskirkja. Reykholt: Stop at this pretty village, home of poet and medieval scholar Snorri Sturluson. Akranes: Learn about the living conditions and daily routines of local inhabitants throughout Akranes' history during a visit to the Akranes Folk Museum. Snaefellsjokull: Admire Iceland's unforgettable geography on today's excursion to the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. See spectacular glaciers, waterfalls, lava fields and volcanoes. Gullfoss Falls: Learn about the waterfall's preservation as you marvel at its impressive beauty and magnitude. Geysir: Visit Geysir and watch the dazzling activity of Strokkur as it shoots water and steam to the sky. MAKE TRAVEL MATTER(R) Hellisheidavirkjun: Experience first-hand how green, sustainable energy is produced at Iceland's newest geothermal heat and electric power station in Hellisheidi. Your visit supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy. Must-see Highlights Discover Reykjav?k Visit Akranes Folk Museum, the 'Golden Circle' - Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir Hot Spring Area and Thingvellir National Park and the geothermal Blue Lagoon View Harpa Concert Hall, Austurv?llur Square, Hallgr?mskirkja Church, Waterfalls at Hraunfoss and Barnafoss, Deildartunguhver Hot Spring, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Sellfoss and Reykjanes Peninsula See Hvalfj?r?ur (Whale Bay), Grundarfj?r?ur Fishing Village, Lake Kleifarvatn and Kr?suv?k Trafalgar Difference Reykjavik: Check into local art at the Grand Hotel Reykjavik as you discover the spellbinding mythology and nods to Icelandic nature dotted throughout this hotel in the heart of the capital.
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