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Iceland - The Land of Fire and Ice Itinerary
Day 1 - UK to Reykjavik
Fly from the UK to Reykjavik and conveniently transfer to Old Reykjavik Harbour, just a five-minute walk from the city's main squares, shopping, and dining. Leave your luggage in a secure place and explore Reykjavik before embarking Seaventure.
Day 2 - Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Frequently referred to as "Iceland in Miniature," the Snaefellsnes region boasts diverse landscapes, including the bird-rich Breidafjordur Bay and the Snaefellsjokull glacier. This glacier crowns a 700,000-year-old dormant volcano, famously featured in Jules Verne's "Journey to the Centre of the Earth.
Day 3 - Isafjordur
Our destination today is Isafjordur, a picturesque town nestled in the remote Westfjords region. This secluded peninsula, connected to the Icelandic mainland by a slender strip of land, boasts untouched landscapes with awe-inspiring fjords, majestic sea-hugging table mountains, and pristine North Atlantic flora.
Day 4 - Siglufjordur - Flatey - Husavik
This morning, we arrive in Siglufjördur, once the herring industry hub. Explore the "herring boom" era at the optional herring museum. In the afternoon, we visit Flatey Island, a haven for birdwatching, with Arctic terns and puffins. By evening, we'll reach Husavik, the northern whale capital.
Day 5 - Husavik
Husavik, often dubbed Iceland's "Whale Watching Capital," boasts offshore waters inhabited by 15 whale species, dolphins, and 30 bird varieties. Observing these majestic Arctic marine creatures in their natural habitat offers an unforgettable and awe-inspiring experience.
Day 6 - Seydisfjordur
Explore Iceland's East Fjords from the charming Seydisfjordur port, a haven nestled between towering mountains and the sea. Enjoy activities like seal spotting, horseback riding, and discovering the exquisite beauty of the Eastfjords.
Day 7 - Djupivogur
Commence your adventure from Djupivogur, a charming fishing village, to explore the Vatnajokull Glacier (optional). Opt for a thrilling four-wheel-drive Jeep tour or embark on a boat excursion in the Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon (optional). Witness an unforgettable spectacle of icebergs of various forms and sizes adrift in the water.
Day 8 - Vestmannaeyjar
Off Iceland's South Coast, the Westman Islands emerged from submarine volcanic eruptions 10,000 years ago. We disembark on Heimaey, the sole inhabited island, with houses half-buried by the 1973 eruption. Enjoy birdwatching and the chance to spot whales during this shore excursion.
Day 9 - Reykjavik - Blue Lagoon
Disembark by 9 am after breakfast, followed by a transfer to Hotel Borg. Consider an optional excursion to the Blue Lagoon for a few hours of ultimate relaxation.
Day 10 - Reykjavik to UK
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, followed by a transfer to Keflavik Airport for your return flight to the UK.
The Captain reserves the right to alter the itinerary to suit weather conditions.