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Northern Lights
Day 1 Arrive Reykjavik (2 Nights)
Welcome to Reykjavik. The capital of Iceland
is yours to start exploring after you check
in to your hotel. Tonight meet your Travel
Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome
Reception. (WR) Hotel: Grand Reykjavik
Day 2 Reykjavik Sightseeing
Explore Reykjavik on a sightseeing tour this
morning. See the city‘s major attractions
including Parliament House, the Old Harbour,
the National Museum, Laugardalur swimming
pool and the city‘s main landmark, the
Hallgrímskirkja church standing on top of a
hill in the city centre. This evening why not
sample some Icelandic delicacies with your
fellow travellers before going on the search
for the Northern Lights? (BB)
A Day 3 Reykjavik – South Shore
Adventure – Hella (2 Nights)
Take a journey through Iceland’s stunning
south coast, a region of breathtaking
scenery and legendary stories. Today
encounter a wonderful variety of natural
landscapes, including the spectacular
waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss.
See the ice cap Eyjafjallajökull, which covers
a volcano. Visit the Skogar Folk Museum
where you will gain a Cultural Insight into
Icelandic heritage. View the black sand
beach at Vik before arriving at your hotel
where you will dine tonight. If conditions
permit take a walk with your Travel Director
in search of the Northern Lights. (BB, D)
Hotel: Stracta
Day 4 Golden Circle Excursion
Your fi rst stop this morning is at the
historically signifi cant Thingvellir National
Park. Here you will see how the continental
drift between the North American and
Eurasian tectonic plates has altered the
landscape by creating massive cracks or
faults in the Earth’s surface. Enjoy great
photo opportunities in the world-famous hot
spring area of Geysir. Wait a few minutes
for Strokkur geyser to erupt, sending a
spectacular column of water and steam high
into the air. Close by is the majestic Gullfoss,
the ‘Golden Waterfall’. In the afternoon visit
the Fridheimar Greenhouse for an insight
into Icelandic horticulture as well as a taste
of their famous tomato soup made from
fresh, locally grown produce. (BB)
A Day 5 Hella – Blue Lagoon –
Reykjanesbær
This morning gain a Cultural Insight into the
way in which Iceland harnesses geothermal
energy with an included visit to the state-
of-the-art Hellisheidi Geothermal Exhibtion,
located on an active volcanic ridge. Then
experience another Cultural Insight when
you visit and bathe in the world famous Blue
Lagoon complete with a delicious cocktail.
(Please remember to pack your swimwear).
Tonight enjoy a Be My Guest Farewell
Dinner at Viking World, which will be open
exclusively for Trafalgar. (BB, BG) Hotel: Park
Inn by Radisson Airport
Day 6 Depart Iceland
Say goodbye to your companions and Travel
Director after an unforgettable trip. (BB)
Please Note: This itinerary visits locations
most likely to oX er a glimpse of the colourful
and mesmerising auroras. Viewing them is
not guaranteed.
This stunning volcanic island will captivate and inspire you, from the stylish Nordic culture of trendy
Reykjavik to the awe-inspiring natural beauty of its steaming geysers, majestic glaciers, the famous
Blue Lagoon and nature’s light show – the ethereal Aurora Borealis.
Northern Lights of Iceland including the Blue Lagoon
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Your included sights
Reykjavik
Hallgrímskirkja church in Reykjavik, the Folk
Museum in Skogar, the Fridheimar Greenhouse , the
Hellisheidi Geothermal Exhibition , the world famous
Blue Lagoon geothermal spa and Viking World
in Reykjanesbær
black sand beach at Vik, Gullfoss ,
Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls and the
Strokkur geyser
Eyjafjallajökull volcano
Your Insider Experiences
Cultural Insight Explore the folk traditions of Iceland at
the Skogar Folk Museum. Discover how Iceland takes
advantage of its natural resources at the Hellisheidi
Geothermal Plant. Enjoy bathing in the world famous Blue
Lagoon geothermal spa complete with a delicious cocktail.
Be My Guest Exclusive private visit to the Viking World
museum for a unique dining experience.
For more Insider Experiences, look for this symbol
Trip Style: Country Explorer
You’ll enjoy Insider moments like…
a VIP visit to Viking World museum to gain an insight to
the heritage of the Icelandic people while enjoying the
comfort and warmth of a bowl of hearty stew.
KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
BB Bu4 et Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal
FD Farewell Dinner BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine
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Gullfoss
Blue Lagoon
Skogar Folk Museum
REYKJAVIK
Vik
Fridheimar Greenhouse
Thingvellir National Park
Geysir
Hellisheidi Geothermal Exhibition
HELLA
REYKJANESBAER
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Number of overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Blue Lagoon
Reykjavik
Code: WMAI
Trip Style: Country Explorer
Northern Lights of Iceland including the Blue Lagoon 6 days – 1 Country
From: US$1725 (per person twin share)
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TO US$144 p.p.For details on Trafalgar’s great savings see pages 16 & 17.
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Other savings
Past guest discount SAVE up to US$96 p.p.
Young traveller discount US$180
Limited availability by departure; check www.trafalgar.com
Includes: All our featured inclusions shown on page 10. 5 nights’ accommodation. 5 hot buL et breakfasts. 3 dinners (including Be My Guest). All transport shown. All transfers shown.
More about your trip
Airport Transfers: On arrival at Kefl avík Airport transfers will
operate at 8am and 4.30pm. Guests arriving later should
make their own way to the hotel. Complimentary return
transfers on the last day are available from the hotel to the
airport. Conditions apply.
Triple Rooms: are not available on this trip.
All prices are per person on a twin share basis.
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book
early. For extra nights’ accommodation see page 81.
WiFi: See page 82 for details.
Visit www.trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date itineraries
and Optional Experiences.
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