Iceland: ICELANDIC SAGAS & THE AURORA BOREALIS - September 27 to October 5, 2021 - Connoisseurs Tours
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Iceland:
ICELANDIC SAGAS &
THE AURORA BOREALIS
September 27 to October 5, 2021
9 Days and 8 Nights
Iceland: Icelandic Sagas and the Aurora Borealis | September 27 to October 5, 2021
ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
Day 1: Sept. 27 - Depart Your Home City Day 5: Oct. 1 - Land of Ice
Day 2: Sept. 28 - Arrive in Reykjavík Day 6: Oct. 2 - Golden Circle
Day 3: Sept. 29 - Fire & Ice: The Geology Day 7: Oct. 3 - Waterfalls, Beaches
of an Island Nation and Local Wildlife
Day 4: Sept. 30 - Land of Fire: Lava Tube Day 8: Oct. 4 - Blue Lagoon
and Lava Waterfalls
Day 9: Oct. 5 - Return Home
We excitedly present Icelandic Sagas and the Aurora cosmopolitan sophistication: chic cafés sell bread baked
Borealis, a nine-day tour. We’ll explore the drama of by geothermal heat, designer boutiques are filled with
this small island, from its bold Viking roots and Scandinavian prints and natural fabrics. Join us on
magical history to its wild landscape shaped by this exploration into the mythical, rugged beauty of
millennia of active volcanoes and tip-toeing glaciers. otherworldly Iceland.
Iceland balances untouched nature with uniquely
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Iceland: Icelandic Sagas and the Aurora Borealis | September 27 to October 5, 2021
DAY 1: SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 DAY 2: SEPTEMBER 28, 2021
DEPART YOUR HOME CITY FOR REYKJAVÍK ARRIVE IN REYKJAVÍK
Connoisseurs Tours offers a Concierge Airline Service to We arrive in colorful Reykjavík to check in and meet
help with your reservations. Your dedicated reservation at our lovely hotel, the Canopy Hilton. After getting
team will manage your airline reservations from the situated, we have an optional walking tour to the
time you begin selecting flights until the day you return famous Hallgrímskirkja church, or the afternoon is free
and will spend extra effort to find just the right airline for you to relax and get acclimated to the new time
schedule to suit your needs. This will alleviate any of zone.
the unexpected headaches that can arise in today’s
travel environment with schedule changes. There is a In the evening, we’ll dine together as we enjoy
supplemental cost for this service. Icelandic cuisine and learn more about the fascinating
history of Reykjavík, Iceland’s capital and largest city.
Optional Pre-Tour Package Available: (D)
A 2-day, 1-night (September 27-28) package available for
participants who wish to arrive early.
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Iceland: Icelandic Sagas and the Aurora Borealis | September 27 to October 5, 2021 DAY 3: SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 FIRE & ICE: THE GEOLOGY OF AN ISLAND NATION This morning, we walk from our hotel to visit Perlan archeological digs have uncovered the oldest relics of (‘The Pearl’), a museum and rotating glass dome that human habitation in Reykjavík dating to before 871 AD. stands on top of Öskjuhlíð Hill. Surrounded by forest, it is one of the capital’s most distinctive landmarks. The site is built on top of six water tanks that together Finally, we’ll make our way to the elegant Húsafell Hotel store 24 million liters of Reykjavík’s hot water and hosts in Stórarjóður for dinner and relaxation in the hotel’s incredible natural history exhibitions. With our guide, heated outdoor pool. (B,L,D) we’ll explore models of the tectonic plate split, better understand how glaciers move, and explore how lava helped shape this magnificent island, to set the stage for the rest of the journey. For lunch, we enjoy the museum’s restaurant before driving to the Settlement Exhibition, where 1-800-856-1045 | Info@ConnoisseursTours.com | www.ConnoisseursTours.com page: 4
Iceland: Icelandic Sagas and the Aurora Borealis | September 27 to October 5, 2021
DAY 4: SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 DAY 5: OCTOBER 1, 2021
LAND OF FIRE: LAVA TUBE AND LAND OF ICE
LAVA WATERFALLS
After breakfast at our hotel, we venture to Langjökull
This morning we begin with exploring a lava tube to Glacier, the second largest glacier in Iceland, to explore
better understand this geological force! After, we’ll its crevasses and long glacial tunnel.
visit Hraunfossar, a beautiful and powerful stretch of
waterfall that flows from underneath a lava field and We’ll have lunch together and allow the rest of the
porous rock into a nearby river. The water’s source is afternoon for exploration. As an optional activity,
the Langjökull Glacier, underneath which sits the extinct this afternoon we have arranged a nature hike that
volcano that created the lava field. explores the surreal landscapes of the highlands,
followed by a serene and relaxing soak in a geothermal
We’ll eat lunch nearby with views of the lava field pool that has just been recently opened. We’ll gather
and glacier. Your afternoon is free for leisure to enjoy for dinner together at our hotel. (B,L,D)
Húsafell’s geothermal heated pool, miles of hiking trails,
nearby golf or resting and taking in the tranquility of the
valley. (B,L)
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DAY 6: OCTOBER 2, 2021
GOLDEN CIRCLE
We begin the day with a trip to Þingvellir, a remarkable farm-to-table lunch with local ingredients before
geological site and one of the most historic places on continuing the day.
the island. The world’s oldest democratic parliament
was founded here in 930. Þingvellir, located by Lake Only a few minutes away is Gullfoss (Golden
Þingvallavatn, the largest lake on the island, is now a Waterfall), one of the most impressive waterfalls in
national park and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Europe. Here you will witness thousands of tons of icy
Site since 2004. The beautiful canyon running through water thunder majestically down into a deep gorge.
the park is actually the meeting point of two of the
earth’s tectonic plates.
Finally, we’ll drive together to Hotel 360, our home
We continue on to discover the famous Great Geysir for the next two nights, and enjoy dinner together.
which has given its name to hot springs all over the Because the hotel has just 13 rooms, our group will be
world. You will see one of the most active geysers in the only ones on the property. (B,L,D)
the area, Strokkur, which spouts up to 30 meters in the
air every 5 to 7 minutes! We will pause for a delicious
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DAY 7: OCTOBER 3, 2021
WATERFALLS, BEACHES AND LOCAL WILDLIFE
After breakfast, we’ll visit two of Iceland’s most iconic coastline; the sea is now located across a stretch of
waterfalls: Selfoss and Seljalandsfoss. Foss is Icelandic lowlands and is visible from the site. We pause for a
for waterfall and these are two of Iceland’s most iconic delicious lunch near the falls before setting off for the
and dramatic. At Selfoss, we’ll have the opportunity to Southern Coast. Once there, we will visit the wall of
hike behind the falls and feel the power of its cascading Balsite Columns set on the black sands beach, a magical
volumes of water pummeling 36 feet down. Next, we sight to behold.
explore Seljalandsfoss, part of the river Seljalandsá, a
river with origins underneath the glacier Eyjafjallajökull. On our way back to our hotel, we’ll stop off at a puffin
The volcano beneath this glacier was the one that erupted colony to take in views of the coast, one of Iceland’s
in 2010 and caused havoc at airports across Europe. largest glaciers, and puffins in their cliff-homes. Dinner
will be together at our hotel. (B,L,D)
Seljalandsfoss’ cascade is relatively narrow, but it
falls from a tall cliff that once marked the country’s
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DAY 8: OCTOBER 4, 2021 DAY 9: OCTOBER 5, 2021
BLUE LAGOON RETURN HOME
After breakfast, we’ll transfer to the Geothermal
We assist with transfers to the airport for our flights
Center to learn about how Iceland is able to harness
home.
the country’s geothermal heat and steam to power this
island nation. We’ll then go to the stunningly beautiful
Blue Lagoon for a two-hour spa experience. We’ve
secured VIP entrances for full relaxation and luxury.
After enjoying the Blue Lagoon, we’ll have lunch
together before checking into the Hilton Canopy in
Reykjavík. The afternoon is free for you to explore and
shop in Reykjavík. Tonight we gather for one farewell
dinner together. (B,L,D)
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ACCOMMODATIONS
THE CANOPY HILTON | REYKJAVÍK
Occupying six connected buildings, this chic,
contemporary hotel overlooking Faxa Bay is a
short walk from striking landmarks.
Ultra-modern rooms immerse you in Icelandic
style and offer pleasant surprises at perfect
moments – from in-room Nespresso machines to
bike rentals, and nightly local beer and wine tastings
in the bistro. The gourmet breakfast buffet is served
in a sophisticated, hip restaurant offering local fare.
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ACCOMMODATIONS
HÓTEL HÚSAFELL
Combine the comfort of a luxurious hotel with the
exploration of the unique wonders of Icelandic
nature. Set on the vast grounds of Húsafell, a
former farm, this hip hotel surrounded by rolling
hills uses energy produced on site via the lava,
glaciers and hot springs.
Float in Húsafell’s geothermal healing water and
experience deep nourishing relaxation, or enjoy fine
fare from the seasonal menu. Featuring paintings by
a local artist, the minimalist rooms all have floor-to-
ceiling windows with scenic views.
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ACCOMMODATIONS
HOTEL 360
360° Boutique Hotel & Spa is a new, family-run
luxury hotel situated in the beautiful countryside of
southern Iceland.
The hotel, opened in August 2018, sits on top of
a hill and has a 360° view of the most astonishing
mountains and volcanoes on the South Coast. This
4-star luxury lodge offers spacious and modern
suites and deluxe rooms.
All the rooms have high ceilings and large open
windows featuring the beautiful view to ensure the
best stay possible. All guests have access to the spa,
which includes a pool with warm geothermal water,
a sauna and relaxing lounge with fire. Due to the
richness of the minerals in the water, bathing is said
to have therapeutic and healing benefits.
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