An island of dramatic contrasts, Iceland is a landscape forged by fire and ice. Steaming lava fields and hot pools reflect its volcanic nature, while massive glaciers continue to sculpt the mountains and valleys, leaving thundering waterfalls and plunging fjords. Travel the “Golden Circle” where many natural scenic wonders are located and soak in the mineral rich natural baths of the Blue Lagoon. The Icelandic people combine a reverence for their Viking heritage and ancient language with an industrialized, progressive society. Discover the spectacular landscapes and proud people of this small island nation while kicking off your adventure to Greenland!
Your Value Added Pre-Cruise Package Includes:
- 1 or 2 Nights Centrally Located 4-star Hotel
- Transfers Between the Hotel and Ship
- Sightseeing as Shown in the Itinerary
- Entrance to the Blue Lagoon
- Meals: 2-Night Package – 2 Breakfast/1 Dinner, 1-Night Package – 1 Breakfast
- All Taxes, Gratuities, Service Charges and Government Fees
- Baggage Handling
- Amazing Journeys Onsite Group Coordinator
What’s Not Included:
- International Flights
- Travel Protection Policy
- Incidentals
Friday, July 8
Welcome to Iceland! For those joining us for two nights, enjoy the day getting to know Reykjavik. Walk along the waterfront, enjoy wandering around town where the buildings are brightly colored and the shopping is fun. Treat yourself to a famous Icelandic hot dog. This evening we’ll join together for a Shabbat service, followed by a group dinner. (D)
Saturday, July 9
No visit would be complete without seeing Iceland’s Golden Circle. This morning, those on our two-night package will meet our local guide and embark on our 6-hour tour, beginning at Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Known as the Assembly Fields or Parliament Plains and situated about 30 miles east of Reykjavik, they were the first home of what has become one of the oldest parliamentary institutions in the world. Next we visit the Gullfoss Waterfall where glacial melt water cascades down into the deep and narrow Hvitargljufur Canyon. Regurning from Gullfoss, we visit the Geysir Hot Spring area where you’ll get to walk amidst hissing steam vents, sulfurous mud pots and get up close to an erupting geyser. If you are joining us for the one-night package, you will arrive today and have the day to explore the amazing city of Reykjavik. This evening, everyone will have the opportunity to enjoy one of the many restaurants and nightlife Reykjavik has to offer. With 24 hours of daylight at this time of year, you’ll feel like it’s the middle of the day, no matter how late you stay out! (B)
Sunday, July 10
This morning we’ll meet our local guide for a walking tour of Reykjavik. Weaving our way through narrow alleys framed with old timber houses, learn about the life of the Icelandic capital from its very beginning to the present day. Pass Hallgrimskirkja-Church, City Hall and Parliament building and Höfði House where the Reagan/ Gorbachev summit meeting took place in 1986. Then enjoy a panoramic view over Reykjavik, the fjord and mountains from the balcony at the Pearl, a glass hemisphere sitting atop six massive hot water tanks. After the tour, we’ll drive out to the world-famous Blue Lagoon. The Blue Lagoon is one of Iceland’s most popular attractions, a natural geothermal pool in the middle of a large and dramatic lava field and an oasis that owes its existence to a nearby geothermal power plant, looming large over the aqua tinted waters. We stop for approximately 2 ½ hours for a refreshing soak or a swim in the inviting, rejuvenating and pleasantly warm mineral-rich water (36°C-38°C/100-110°F), reputed for its healing properties. An indoor pool and geothermal sauna are also on the site. Bathing in this surreal environment is a unique experience no one should miss. The Blue Lagoon’s warm water and natural active ingredients like mineral salts, silica and blue green algae help you relax and escape the stress and strain of daily life. After the visit, we’ll head to the cruise pier and arrive at our cruise ship, the MS Fridjof Nansen. (B)
Rates
|
Double |
Single |
| 1-Night Package |
$499 |
$699 |
| 2-Night Package |
$899 |
$1199 |
A deposit of $200 is due with your reservation. Final payment is due on January 4, 2022.
Roommate matching is available.
Pre-Night Stay in Reykjavik (July 7): For those who want to arrive prior to the start of the pre-cruise, we have a limited number of rooms held at our group hotel. Please note – there will be no Amazing Journeys staff present nor will there be programming on these days. We are not able to match roommates for extra night stays. Rates include taxes and breakfast.
Double Occupancy: $199
Single Occupancy: $339
Please note – This is a group exclusive vacation package. We are unable to make any of our package components available to anyone who is not part of our Amazing Journeys group.
Items listed on this website are subject to change at any time. By providing payment you agree to the terms and conditions as outlined on this website. All staterooms on the ship and hotel rooms are non-smoking where we provide roommate matching.
Cancellation Policy for Cruise and Pre-Cruise Package: From the time of initial deposit until January 3, 2022, there is a $100 penalty for cancellation. January 4 – April 1, 2022 – the cancellation penalty is 50% of the package price. From April 2 – May 2, 2022 – the cancellation penalty is 75% of the package price. Cancellations made from May 3, 2022 until the day of departure and including “no-shows” will receive no refund. There is no refund in the event of interruption or cancellation after the start of the journey. Cancellation insurance is highly recommended. Information will be sent with cruise confirmation.
COVID Precautions: Until further notice, we require you to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 at least two weeks before departure, and you must send us a copy of your COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card with the CDC logo by email to or fax to Amazing Journeys. We do not test for COVID-19 or any other diseases. It is up to each traveler to be aware of any requirements or changes to state mandates and airline requirements as they are changing often. We are currently operating smaller groups and using larger busses. Masks will be required in all indoor public spaces. Many events will be held outside and we will be having reminders of social distancing. Hand sanitizers will be distributed, and frequent hand washing and sanitizing will be encouraged throughout your stay. Depending upon the situation at the time of this trip and the destination, some tour components may be modified, including meals and how many travelers we may limit to sitting at each table.
Passport & Visa: A Passport is necessary to travel on this itinerary. It must be valid for six months beyond the last day of the trip. At this time, no visas are necessary to enter Iceland or Greenland for US, UK, Canadian and Australian citizens. If you are a citizen of any other country, you should check with the Embassy of Iceland and the Embassy of Greenland in your own country for matters pertaining to visas.
Taxes, Surcharges, Government Fees and Gratuities: Taxes, surcharges and government fees have been included in the rate. Gratuities are “not expected” and so they have not been included. At this time there are no arrival or departure taxes from Iceland for US citizens. Taxes, surcharges and government fees are subject to change.
Air and Transfers: International airfare has not been included in the rate. Information will be sent at a later date regarding airport transfers. You will be flying to and from Keflavik, Iceland (KEF).
This package is operated by Hurtigruten and Kuoni
