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Iceland Explorer

5 Days from $1,315 to $1,955 per person*

Highlights: Iceland (Reykjavik)

Trip Start/End: Reykjavik / Reykjavik

* USD per person based on 2-4 people, double occupancy. Custom designed personal tour. Prices subject to change.

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Let Iceland bring out your inner Viking on this adventurous guided tour of “the land of the midnight sun.” Discover this northern hotspot’s legendary history, vibrant culture, diverse natural landscape and all its wonders. Explore a land of steaming hot springs, glaciers, waterfalls, active volcanoes, geysers and unique wildlife. Take a guided city tour of Reykjavík, the world’s most northern capital complete with world class galleries, superb shopping, gourmet cuisine, award winning music and lively nightlife. Unwind in the turquoise healing waters of the Blue Lagoon, one of the most awe-inspiring geothermal spas in the world. Travel to Gullfoss, the queen of Icelandic waterfalls and the Gullfoss Geyser which sends a jet of steaming water 200 feet skyward. Take a scenic cruise through Breiðafjörður Bay and trawl for shellfish. Visit the Bjarnarhöfn Shark Museum and discover the history of these magnificent predators within the region. Take a tour of the Icelandic Settlement Centre in Borgarnes and learn the various saga’s of legendary Viking warriors of old. For those on a quest for action, Iceland’s pristine nature offers great potential for outdoor activities such as snowmobiling, horseback riding, cave exploring, hiking, swimming, skiing, river rafting, kayaking, and legendary whale watching. Make the most of your Icelandic experience on this guided tour. With countless photo opportunities, guided tours, private airport transfers and 24/7 Kensington support, this northern adventure is the ideal way to experience the mythical land of the midnight sun! Request a quote or call Kensington to speak to a Destination Expert to learn more about various extensions and all the different ways of customizing your tour. All of our tours are available at 3, 4 and 5 star levels according to your preference.

Overview

Day	Activities	Hotel
Day 1 Reykjavik	Transfer - Private - Airport (International) - Vehicle/Driver Welcome package Private - 1/2 Day City Tour with National Museum, Sculpture Museum and Hallgrímskirkja Church (2-3hrs) - Vehicle/Guide Lunch (not included) Dinner (not included)	Bjork (3*) Standard (B) 1 DBL (2 Adults)
Day 2 Reykjavik	At Leisure Lunch (not included) Shared - 1/2 day Gulfoss & Geysir - Vehicle/Guide Dinner (not included)	Bjork (3*) Standard (B) 1 DBL (2 Adults)
Day 3 Reykjavik	Shared - Snæfellsnes Tour with Cruise (12hrs) - Vehicle/Boat/Guide Lunch (not included) Dinner (not included)	Bjork (3*) Standard (B) 1 DBL (2 Adults)
Day 4 Reykjavik	Shared - Walk on the Ice Side (9.5hrs) - Vehicle/Guide Lunch (not included) Dinner (not included)	Bjork (3*) Standard (B) 1 DBL (2 Adults)
Day 5 Reykjavik	Transfer - Private - Airport - via Blue Lagoon (with entrance fee) - Vehicle/Driver	Depart (Int`l Airport)
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, 1/2d = Half Day, Al = All Inclusive

Trip Itinerary

- Reykjavik
- Hallgrímskirkja Church
- Bjork Hotel
Day 1: Reykjavik
Relax on your airport transfer in Reykjavik with a private vehicle and driver. Please note that a surcharge may be post billed to you if you require a transfer after 8pm or before 7am.
A welcome package with your vouchers, a city map and any other touristic information that you may find useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival at your first hotel on your trip.
Enjoy a half day tour visiting the most important sights of the City. You will see the old town centre, the Parliament, the Cathedral, the harbour, the Pearl and Höfði house, the summit site of 1986. During the tour you will drive past the city's salmon river (which is proof that Reykjavík is a pollution free capital) and the Árbæjarsafn outdoor folk museum, which offers an interesting contrast to the modern buildings of the most recent part of city, and an outdoor swimming pool in Laugardalur which is heated with water from natural hot springs under the city. Visit the Ásmundur Sveinsson Sculpture museum and Hallgrímskirkja Church (whose steeple is a Reykjavík landmark). The tour includes private driver-guide for the tour and entrance fees to the National Museum, Sculpture Museum and Hallgrímskirkja Church.
Accommodation: Bjork (3*)
The Bjork (3*) is a modern hotel perfectly located a few minutes' walk from Reykjavik city centre and the main shopping street. The main bus terminal Hlemmur is very close-by as is the Kringlan shopping mall. Hotel Björk offers 55 spacious and tastefully decorated rooms, all equipped with private facilities, hair dryer, telephone, satellite TV and radio. For something to eat why not pop into the Potturinn og Pannan restaurant for a delicious selection of traditional and international cuisine prepared using the freshest of local produce.
- Gullfoss Waterfall
Day 2: Reykjavik
Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.
Spend the afternoon on a shared tour where, after being picked up from your hotel, you will encounter a cross-section of Iceland's most visited natural and geological phenomena. The world-famous Geysir geothermal field is highlighted on this tour as well as Gullfoss, the queen of Icelandic waterfalls. At the end of the tour you will make a quick stop at Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where two of the earth's tectonic plates meet.
Accommodation: Bjork (3*)
- Bjarnarhöfn Shark Museum
Day 3: Reykjavik
Lush valleys and lava fields with soft moss, abundant birdlife, diverse flora, craters and salmon rivers characterize the West part of Iceland. Experience the full scenery of Snæfellsnes Peninsula and take a short cruise in the amazing Breidafjordur bay. Enter a world of thriving bird and marine life. A highlight of the boat tour is when a net is hauled in and everyone can taste the shellfish and sea-urchin roe. After reaching Stykkishólmur and enjoying the boat tour (approx 2,5 hours), we travel along the coast passing through charming fishing villages with a stop at Djupalonssandur and Arnarstapi before returning to Reykjavik.

The boat tour depends on weather and birdlife is limited during late summer months. Some walking is required on this excursion.
Accommodation: Bjork (3*)
- Walk on the ice
Day 4: Reykjavik
This shared coach tour will take you just a few hours from Reykjavik to Sólheimajökull glacier tongue extending down from its mother glacier, Mýrdalsjökull. Glacier walking is a great way to experience nature and easier then you would think. Your experienced mountain guides will teach you how to use the basic ice equipment before setting of on a safe and easy walk on crampons up on to the ice field where a wonderland of ice sculptures, ridges and deep crevasses await your discovery. Enjoy the 3.5 hr glacier walk and on the way back, stop at the picturesque waterfalls of Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss.
Accommodation: Bjork (3*)
- Blue Lagoon
Day 5: Reykjavik
Enjoy a private transfer between Reykjavik International Airport and your hotel with private vehicle and English-speaking driver. Your driver will make a stop at the Blue Lagoon for you to enjoy the famous healing properties of the mineral waters (entrance fee included).
Accommodation: Depart (Int`l Airport)

Accommodations

- Bjork Hotel
Bjork (3*) - Reykjavik
The Bjork (3*) is a modern hotel perfectly located a few minutes' walk from Reykjavik city centre and the main shopping street. The main bus terminal Hlemmur is very close-by as is the Kringlan shopping mall. Hotel Björk offers 55 spacious and tastefully decorated rooms, all equipped with private facilities, hair dryer, telephone, satellite TV and radio. For something to eat why not pop into the Potturinn og Pannan restaurant for a delicious selection of traditional and international cuisine prepared using the freshest of local produce.
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Travel Info

Travel tips of Iceland

VISA/PASSPORT
Iceland is a party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, U.S. and Canadian citizens may enter for up to 90 days for tourist or business purposes without a visa. The passport should be valid for at least three months beyond the period of stay.

Citizens of other countries may require a visa. Please ask your Sales Advisor. These requirements change often and therefore it is best that you check with the Embassy of Iceland for the most up to date visa information.

HEALTH
Health insurance is recommended. Medical facilities are good quality. We recommend that you see a health-care provider who specializes in Travel Medicine. The doctor or health-care provider will determine what vaccinations and medication you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities. For more information on travel requirements, visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/iceland.aspx

COUNTRY INFO
Capital: Reykjavík.
Government: Republic. Gained full independence from Denmark in 1944.
Language: The official language is Icelandic; English and Danish are widely spoken.
Religion: Lutheran, with a Catholic minority.
Time: GMT.
Electricity: 220 volts AC, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin.
Telephone: Country code +354.
Mobile Telephone: Roaming agreements exist with many international companies. Coverage is good.
Internet: Many Internet cafes can be found, especially in Reykjavík.

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What's Included:
- Guaranteed departure - Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
What's not Included:
- Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $350). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure.
- Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of 30% of program price. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to loss of 100% of program price.
- Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
- Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.

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