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Globus
OFFER ID 1515226
Iceland is a country known for its natural wonders: glaciers, active volcanoes, black-sand beaches, geothermal areas, roaring rivers, majestic waterfalls, and beautiful lakes. On this escorted tour of Iceland start and end in Reykjavik and witness these natural wonders while enjoying fun and unique experiences. Globus has included some spectacular experiences to make your Iceland vacation special. In Thingvellir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, walk through the rift valley that marks the separation between two of the world’s major tectonic plates. In Geysir, experience the geothermal areas and taste freshly baked bread, cooked using the heat from the hot springs. Pair it with a glass of Geysir schnapps. Another unique and unforgettable experience Globus offers is a boat cruise to see whales in their natural habitat. Marvel at the Gullfoss waterfall; drive through the national park at Skaftafell; stop at Lake Jökulsárlón, where some of the most spectacular scenes of the James Bond movie Die Another Day were filmed. Join us to experience the exquisite natural beauty that will stay with you for years to come-a guided vacation in Iceland you’ll treasure forever.
5 nights from $2,999 per person
Gems Of Iceland With Whale Watching
Day 1 ARRIVE IN REYKJAVIK, ICELAND Welcome to Reykjavik! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
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Day 2 REYKJAVIK–THINGVELLIR–GEYSIR–GULLFOSS–VIK AREA Incredible Iceland REYKJAVIK Take an orientation drive
THINGVELLIR [LF] Walk through the rift valley.
GEYSIR Stop at the hot springs and [LF] taste local specialties with a glass of Geysir Schnapps.
GULLFOSS Take pictures at the Gullfoss waterfalls. (B,D)
221mi/356 km
LOCAL FAVORITE
NATURAL WONDERS Iceland is the only place in the world where separation between the North American and European geological rift (tectonic plates) are above sea level, and nowhere in the world are the edges of both plates as clearly visible than the rift valley in Thingvellir National Park. Here, you can stand on two continents at the same time!
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Day 3 VIK AREA. EXCURSION TO SKAFTAFELL NATIONAL PARK & LAKE JÖKULSÁRLÓN Icy Beauty Scenic drive through Skaftafell national park.
LAKE JÖKULSÁRLÓN Take pictures of glacier Vatnajökull the largest in Europe. (B,D)
155mi/250km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
PICTURE PERFECT Drive through the national park at Skaftafell and stop at Lake Jökulsárlón. Snap photos to capture the astonishingly beautiful glacier Vatnajökull (the Water Glacier), Iceland's largest ice cap flow into the lake forming icebergs.
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Day 4 VIK AREA–VIKURFJARA–SKOGAFOSS-SELJALANDSFOSS– HELLISHEIðARVIRKJUN–REYKJAVIK Rainbows & Waterfalls VIKURFJARA Take pictures of the black beach. Scenic drive along Skogafoss and Seljandsfoss waterfalls.
HELLISHEIðARVIRKJUN Visit the geothermal heat and electric power station. (B,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS A scenic drive in the south country of Iceland delivers magnificent views of two of its most gorgeous waterfalls - Skogafoss and Seljandsfoss. See the incredible 120-foot cascades in Iceland’s exquisite landscapes, where rainbows paint the air in the mist of these giant cataracts.
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Day 5 REYKJAVIKGiant Love REYKJAVIK Embark on a morning boat excursion to watch whales in their natural habitat. Enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
WILD & WONDERFUL Take a whale-watching excursion on the waters near Reykjavik for the chance to spot humpback and minke whales, porpoises, and dolphins surfacing on the glassy waters.
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Day 6 REYKJAVIKSafe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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All fares are quoted in US Dollars.
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