Revel in outstanding
Scandinavian scenery
as you cruise the glassy
fjords and ride the Flam
Railway. While in the
cities you can soak up all
the seafaring history.
See the well-preserved longboats, used as burial ships which carried Viking nobles to the afterlife, in Oslo’s Viking Long Ship Museum
Spectacular Scandinavia
and its Fjords
TOUR PACE
This evenly paced tour has
two-night stays in Copenhagen,
Stockholm, Geiranger, Bergen and
Oslo. Most of the travelling days
pass through wonderful scenery,
and offer frequent stops both
for refreshments and photo
opportunities. Scenic cruises and
rail journeys also help punctuate
the itinerary.
HOTELS
Enjoy modern city hotels like the
Radisson Blu in Copenhagen, Bergen
and Oslo. Hotel Jutlandia is centrally
located in Frederikshavn, just
opposite the picturesque harbour.
But for scenic locations you can’t go
past the Union in Geiranger, with its
fjord setting, recently granted World
Heritage status by UNESCO.
acDAY 1 – COPENHAGEN AT LEISURE. Welcome to Scandinavia! On arrival
at Copenhagen Airport, your airport shuttle service leaves for the tour hotel at
10:30, 12:30 & 15:30. Then you are at leisure. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Drink and
dinner, followed by a visit to the glittering lights and enchanting atmosphere of the
world famous Tivoli Gardens. Hotel: Radisson Blu Scandinavia (D)
d DAY 2 – COPENHAGEN SIGHTSEEING. Meet Hans Christian Andersen’s
Little Mermaid gazing wistfully across the harbour this morning, followed by a
highlight visit inside the Danish Parliament Building (Christiansborg) to marvel
at the opulent interior. See the Rosenborg and Amalienborg Palaces, and the
Renaissance Stock Exchange. This afternoon there is free time to enjoy as you
wish - perhaps join an optional tour through the Danish countryside? (BB)
f DAY 3 – COPENHAGEN – ODENSE – FREDERIKSHAVN. Cross from
Zealand to the Island of Fyn, to visit the childhood home of Hans Christian
Andersen in Odense. Then head to the peninsula of Jutland, known as the
‘garden of Denmark’. Stay in the port of Frederikshavn, where tonight you enjoy
a highlight dinner at a local restaurant. Hotel: Jutlandia (BB,HD)
DAY 4 – FREDERIKSHAVN – STOCKHOLM. Bid farewell to Denmark as you
cross the waters of the Kattegat to Gothenburg. Continue through fertile
farmland and along the shores of LakeVattern, to Stockholm, known as ‘the city
that floats on the water’. Hotel: Clarion (BB)
b ad DAY 5 – STOCKHOLM SIGHTSEEING. Start the day if you wish,
with an interesting insight from our guest speaker, into the Swedish welfare
state. Learn about the myths and realities of maintaining these first class
benefits. Now join a local guide for your sightseeing tour. Visit the City Hall’s
‘Gold Room’ where the Nobel Prize banquets are held. Then continue into the
medieval island heart of the city to view the cathedral, walk through the Old
Town and see the Royal Palace. Now a highlight visit to the unique Vasa Galleon
- a marvellous impression of life on board a 17C naval vessel. (BB)
DAY 6 – STOCKHOLM – SIGTUNA – UPPSALA – FALUN. Travel via Lake
Mälaren to tiny Sigtuna, once the Viking capital and now boasting Sweden’s
smallest City Hall. Then to Uppsala, seat of Scandinavia’s oldest university. Visit
the Cathedral where the Swedish kings were crowned. Later, travel through
rural Dalecarlia to the ski resort of Falun. Hotel: First Grand (BB,D)
DAY 7 – FALUN – NUSNAS – LILLEHAMMER. A scenic drive along the shores
of Lake Siljan in the Dalarna region, brings you to Nusnas, to witness colourful
wooden horses being made. Continue deep into the forested heart of Sweden.
Cross into Norway and pass the Olympic ice skating rink called the ‘Viking Ship’
at Hamar, on your way to Lillehammer. Hotel: Rica Victoria (BB)
b DAY 8 – LILLEHAMMER – MAIHAUGEN – LOM – GEIRANGER. Enjoy a
visit to the Maihaugen open-air museum to see old Norway’s rural life come
Discover the regal Vasa Galleon
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alive. Now continue to the Norwegian Fjordland. Enjoy vistas of cascading
waterfalls, glistening lakes and snow-capped peaks as you follow Peer Gynt’s
valley to Lom with its 12C Stave Church. Now its on to the remote village of
Geiranger, overlooking fjords & soaring mountains. Hotel: Union (BB,D)
DAY 9 – GEIRANGER AT LEISURE. A day for relaxation amidst the most
breath taking scenery, which has been granted World Heritage status by
UNESCO. Later maybe take an excursion along the Trolls’ Road with
outstanding photo opportunities at the Seven Sisters waterfall! (BB,D)
aDAY 10 – GEIRANGER – FJORD CRUISE – FJORDLAND. Start with a
spectacular cruise on the mirror-smooth waters of Geirangerfjord, with its
towering cliffs and cascading waterfalls. Continue to the Bøyabreen Glacier for a
photo stop. Then a scenic drive along the Sognefjord brings you to the ferry over
to Laerdal at the head of the majestic fjord. Hotel: Lindstrom/Fretheim (BB,D)
a f DAY 11 – FJORDLAND – FLAM RAILWAY – BERGEN. Magnificent
Sognefjord is the world’s longest and deepest fjord, and you cruise upon its
serene waters today. Now embark on a spectacular scenic journey on the Flam
Railway, ascending from sea level to 3,000 feet. Your destination is the historic
port of Bergen. Tonight there is a great selection of restaurants to choose from
on our Dine-Around evening. Hotel: Radisson Blu Norge (BB,DA)
d DAY 12 – BERGEN SIGHTSEEING. The ancient Hanseatic port of Bergen still
largely looks to the sea for its living, as evidenced by the colourful fish market, the
largest in Scandinavia. Today is yours to explore all that this exciting town has to
offer, such as the 13C Haakon’s Hall. Or perhaps you might like to visit the home
of composer Edward Grieg before ascending Mount Floyen by the only funicular in
Scandinavia? (BB)
DAY 13 – BERGEN – OSLO. Bid farewell to ‘the wooden city’ this morning
travel east through the rugged landscape of the Hardangervidda. Cross scenic
mountains and travel through ski-resorts on your way to the Norwegian capital
of Oslo. Hotel: Radisson Blu Scandinavia (BB)
a d DAY 14 – OSLO SIGHTSEEING. Your guided sightseeing tour passes
the Royal Palace, as well as the spires and ramparts of Akerhus Castle, the 14C
fortress guarding the harbour. At Frogner Park view the controversial Vigeland
Sculptures, before a highlight visit to the Viking Long Ship Museum. (BB)
DAY 15 – OSLO.Departure transfers arrive at Oslo Airport at 07:15 & 10:15. (BB)
15 DAYS ~ DENMARK ~ SWEDEN ~ NORWAY
REGIONAL TOUR
I
GEIRANGER
(Day 8 and 9)
Fjord
Cruise
Peer Gynt Country
Lom
FJORDLAND
Voss
Dal
Salen
(Day 10)
Flam
arn
a
Nusnas
LILLEHAMMER
(Day 7)
Norway
FALUN
(Day 6)
d
BERGEN
(Day 11 and 12)
Uppsala
d
Sigtuna
OSLO
(Day 13, 14 and 15)
d
Sweden
STOCKHOLM
(Day 4 and 5)
Lake Vattern
FREDERIKSHAVN
Gothenburg
(Day 3)
Denmark
Jutland Countryside
Odense
Included Premium Highlights
Visit Copenhagen’s world-famous Tivoli Gardens
Visit the Swedish galleon Vasa, tragically sunk on its maiden voyage in 1628
Take in the spectacular scenery of Geirangerfjord on your highlight cruise
Ride the Flam Railway, Europe’s most exciting rail trip, affording spectacular scenery
Visit Oslo’s Viking Long Ship Museum housing three Viking ships from the ninth century
b Included Personal Insights
Hear from our guest speaker, an interesting insight into the world famous Swedish welfare state
and learn about the myths and realities of maintaining these first class benefits
A visit to Maihaugen open-air museum to discover a complete recreation of traditional rural
society in Norway
Included Other Excursions & Sights
Admire the opulent interior of Copenhagen’s Christiansborg, (Danish Parliament Building)
See Copenhagen’s Little Mermaid, Stock Exchange and the Rosenborg & Amalienborg Palaces
Visit Hans Christian Andersen’s Museum in the old district of Odense
Visit the Gold Room in Stockholm’s City Hall and see the Royal Palace and Cathedral
See the tiny City Hall in the old Viking capital of Sigtuna
Visit Uppsala’s Gothic Cathedral, for 300 years Sweden’s coronation church
Visit Nusnas in the beautiful Dalarna region to see wooden horse making
Follow Peer Gynt’s valley to see the 12C Stave Church in Lom
Enjoy a photo stop at the Bøyabreen Glacier
Tour Norwegian Fjordland including a scenic cruise on the Sognefjord
See Haakon’s Hall and Fish Market in the ‘wooden city’ of Bergen
See the impressive Akershus Castle and Royal Palace in Oslo
Visit the controversial Vigeland sculptures in Oslo’s Frogner Park
Scenic Drives – Peer Gynt valley and Fjordland, Lake Vattern
Included First Class Services
Escorted by a professional Tour Director
Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
Insight Traveller document wallet, map book journal and information pack
Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 1 and Day 15
cd
a
COPENHAGEN
(Day 1 and 2)
d
(Should your flights not coincide with these arrival and departure transfers, please make your own way
to/from the airport or see page 191 to purchase a transfer)
Included Quality Dining
f Highlight Dinner in a local restaurant in Frederikshavn (HD)
f Choose from a selection of restaurants in Bergen on your Dine-Around evening (DA)
14 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) and 5 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)
Save up to $415 p.p. - see reductions below
TOUR CODE:
E941
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Reductions
Extra Accommodation
SAVE $160 p.p. with Triple room reduction
Per person, per night
Radisson Blu, Copenhagen
Radisson Blu, Oslo
Insight’s Great Savings & Discounts
SAVE $415 per person with Young Traveller Discount
SAVE up to $208 per person with 2nd Tour Discount
SAVE up to $208 per person with Frequent Traveller Discount
Early Payment
Discount
SAVE per person
12
months
$415
10
6
months months
$310
$205
For additional information regarding Insight’s great
Savings & Discounts, please see page 18.
Twin
$152
$139
$4150 $1110
$4150 $1110
$4150 $1110
Single
$244
$227
Triple
$139
$132
Notes
Tours start and end on Sundays.
Definite Departures (DEF)
are tour dates guaranteed to operate.
These are regularly updated and listed on our website
www.insightvacations.com (see page 19 for details).
Included a b f are worth approximately US$333
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Sail the brackish Baltic
Sea, cross rolling tundra
and glassy fjords on
your search for the
Midnight Sun, all the
while enjoying the local
culture, history and
pristine scenery.
Oh, those summer nights! At Norway’s North Cape, the ‘Midnight Sun’ hovers endless over the horizon
Grand Tour of Scandinavia
TOUR PACE
This tour is well paced with two
night stays in Copenhagen,
Rovaniemi, Narvik, Geiranger and
Oslo; there are one-night stays in
the more northern regions.
Magnificent driving days offer
frequent stops for refreshments and
wonderful photo opportunities.
HOTELS
In the major cities, enjoy modern,
well-appointed hotels; the Radisson
Blus in Copenhagen and Oslo being
two excellent examples. In the more
remote areas of the north, hotels
tend to be smaller scale and
traditional, like the North Cape’s
Rica Hotel Honningsvag.
a c DAY 1 – COPENHAGEN AT LEISURE. Welcome to Scandinavia! On
arrival at Copenhagen Airport, transfers leave for the tour hotel at 10:30, 12:30
& 15:30. Then you are at leisure. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Drink and dinner at
the hotel, followed by a visit to the glittering lights and enchanting atmosphere
of the world famous Tivoli Gardens. Hotel: Radisson Blu Scandinavia (D)
d DAY 2 – COPENHAGEN SIGHTSEEING. You are introduced to Hans
Christian Andersen’s Little Mermaid gazing wistfully across the harbour, before a
highlight visit takes you inside the Christiansborg (the Danish Parliament). See
the Rosenborg and Amalienborg Palaces and the Renaissance Stock Exchange.
Consider also joining a tour through the Danish countryside. (BB)
DAY 3 – COPENHAGEN – STOCKHOLM. Drive to Elsinore to see Hamlet’s
Kronborg Castle before taking a ferry across to Sweden. Your journey takes you
through fertile farmland, and along the shores of Lake Vättern to Stockholm,
which is set on 14 beautiful islands. Hotel: Scandic Norra Bantorget (BB)
b a fd DAY 4 – STOCKHOLM – OVERNIGHT CRUISE. Start the day
if you wish with an insight into the Swedish welfare state - learn about the myths
and realities of maintaining these first class benefits. Then the charms of
Sweden’s capital are revealed with your local guide. Visit the City Hall’s ‘Gold
Room’, where Nobel Prize banquets are held, the medieval Old Town and see the
cathedral. Visit the 17th century Vasa Galleon, one of the greatest attractions of
northern Europe, then embark on a Baltic cruise to Finland through the largest
archipelago in the world. On board, enjoy a Highlight Dinner. (BB,HD)
df DAY 5 – HELSINKI SIGHTSEEING. Disembark in Helsinki to visit the
astonishing modern ‘Church in the Rock’. Also see the Sibelius Monument,
Finlandia Hall, the Russian Orthodox church and the lively market. The remainder
of the day is at leisure. This evening, choose your own Dine-Around restaurant
from a selection in the heart of Helsinki Hotel: Radisson Blu Plaza (BB,DA)
DAY 6 – HELSINKI – KUOPIO. Travel through a land of beautiful lakes and
forests today! This afternoon enjoy an ascent of Kuopio ‘s Viewing Tower. The
splendid panorama will reveal why Finland is called the land of a thousand
lakes. Hotel: Sokos Hotel Kuopio (BB,D)
DAY 7 – KUOPIO – ROVANIEMI. On towards the Arctic and into Lapland, the
home of the Sami people. Your destination is Rovaniemi, the modern capital of
the region. Hotel: Sokos Hotel Vaakuna (BB,D)
d DAY 8 – ROVANIEMI SIGHTSEEING. Visit Aalvar Aalto’s Lapponia House
and the Cathedral. Later, perhaps choose to view the open-air museum and try
a traditional Lapp dinner. (BB)
DAY 9 – ROVANIEMI – ARCTIC CIRCLE – SARISELKÄ. Visit the Santa Claus
Village today where it is Christmas all year round, crossing the Arctic Circle at
the same time - and receive a certificate to prove it. Heading for the oldest
church in Lapland, you may see herds of reindeer roaming freely along the way.
Travel through Europe’s last great wilderness to visit the national park near the
gold centre of Tankavaara. Hotel: Holiday Club Saariselka (BB,D)
Cruise the spectacular Geirangerfjord
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a b DAY 10 – SARISELKÄ – KARASJOK – NORTH CAPE. Cross the rolling
tundra into Norway to stop at Karasjok, the seat of the Sami Parliament and a
centre of Lapp culture. Visit a Lapp folk museum then it’s then on through
unique scenery to the North Cape. Your hotel is in Honningsvag on Mager
Island, from where you will journey at night to the northern most point of
Europe in search of the Midnight Sun. Hotel: Rica Honningvag (BB,D)
DAY 11 – NORTH CAPE – ALTA. Return to the mainland, travelling through
stony, near deserted Finnmark to Alta, situated on one of the world’s richest
salmon rivers. Hotel: Rica Hotel Alta (BB,D)
DAY 12 – ALTA – NARVIK. Today pass the fjord where the battleship Tirpitz hid
out during World War Two. Travel through some of the most stunning northern
scenery, past mountains, fjords and fishing villages for a two-night stay in
Narvik. Hotel: Grand Hotel Royal (BB,D)
DAY 13 – NARVIK AT LEISURE. A day has been set aside for you to enjoy at
your own pace. Perhaps visit the War Museum, or take a superb mountain train
into Sweden for the afternoon? (BB)
DAY 14 – NARVIK – MOSJOEN. Take a ferry across Tysfjord and pass Rago
National Park, its fjords cutting deep into the landscape. Bid farewell to the
Arctic before reaching Mosjoen, a pleasant town on the Vefsnfjord, which has
the oldest octagonal church in Norway. Hotel: Fru Haugans (BB,D)
DAY 15 – MOSJOEN – TRONDHEIM. Drive through Namdal then watch for
salmon leaping upstream to their spawning-grounds at the mighty Laksfoss
Falls. Continue via the village of Hell to Trondheim, seat of the ancient Viking
Kings, to admire the cathedral. Hotel: Radisson Royal Garden (BB)
a DAY 16 – TRONDHEIM – GEIRANGER. Cross the Dovre Mountains, which
form Norway’s oldest National Park. Arrive at the mirror-smooth waters of
Geirangerfjord to embark on a spectacular Highlight cruise beneath towering
cliffs and cascading waterfalls. Your hotel is in a superb setting overlooking the
beautiful Norwegian Fjord landscape. Hotel: Union (BB,D)
DAY 17 – GEIRANGER AT LEISURE. A day of relaxation amid the fjords and
mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage area. Consider taking an excursion along
the amazing Trolls’ Road. (BB,D)
DAY 18 – GEIRANGER – LOM – LILLEHAMMER – OSLO. Travel via lakes and
snow-capped peaks to Lom – home to one of Norway’s biggest and most
beautiful stave churches. Continue through the countryside of ‘Peer Gynt’,
immortalised by Ibsen, to Oyer to come face to face with the world’s largest
Troll. After stopping in Lillehammer, host of the 1994 Winter Olympics, it’s on to
the capital of Oslo. Hotel: Radisson Blu Scandinavia (BB)
a DAY 19 – OSLO SIGHTSEEING. A panoramic tour takes in the Akershus
Fort guarding the harbour and the Royal Palace and includes a visit to the Viking
Long Ship Museum. Visit Frogner Park, housing the unique and controversial
sculptures by Gustav Vigeland, before the afternoon at leisure. (BB)
DAY 20 – OSLO. After breakfast, departure transfers arrive at Oslo Airport at
07:15 & 10:15. (BB)
20 DAYS ~ DENMARK ~ SWEDEN ~ FINLAND ~ NORWAY
ALTA
REGIONAL TOUR
I
NORTH CAPE
(Day 11)
(Day 10)
Coastal Drive
IVALO
Karasjok
(Day 9)
NARVIK
(Day 12 and 13)
d
Sodankyla
ROVANIEMI
Tysfjord
(Day 7 and 8)
Kemi
Oulu
MOSJOEN
(Day 14)
Sweden
Namdalen
Finland
Hell
KUOPIO
d
(Day 6)
TRONDHEIM
GEIRANGER
(Day 15)
Mikkeli
(Day 16 and 17)
d
HELSINKI Lahti
Lillehammer
(Day 5)
d
Norway
OSLO
OVERNIGHT
CRUISE
(Day 18, 19 and 20)
d
(Day 4)
STOCKHOLM
(Day 3)
Lake Vattern
Denmark
cd
COPENHAGEN
(Day 1 and 2)
a Included Premium Highlights
Visit Copenhagen’s world-famous Tivoli Gardens
See the Swedish galleon Vasa, tragically sunk on its maiden voyage in 1628
Visit the most northerly point in Europe in search of the Midnight Sun
Take in the spectacular scenery of Geirangerfjord on your highlight cruise
Visit Oslo’s Viking Long Ship Museum, housing three Viking ships from the ninth century
Included Personal Insights
Become acquainted with the culture and customs of the Sami people
Hear from our guest speaker, an interesting insight into the world famous Swedish welfare state
and learn about the myths and realities of maintaining these first class benefits
Included Other Excursions & Sights
Admire the opulent interior of Copenhagen’s Christiansborg, (Danish Parliament Building)
See Copenhagen’s Little Mermaid, Stock Exchange, Rosenborg and Amalienborg Palaces
Visit the Gold Room in Stockholm’s City Hall and see the Royal Palace and Cathedral
Visit Helsinki’s ‘Church in the Rock’ and Sibelius Monument and see the Finlandia Hall
Ascend the Kuopio Viewing Tower for spectacular views
Visit the Cathedral and architect Alvar Aalto’s Lapponia House in Rovaniemi
Receive an Arctic Circle certificate and visit Lappland’s oldest church and a Lapp museum
Visit Laksfoss Falls and the village of Hell See Lom’s Stave Church
See Trondheim’s Cathedral - coronation place of Norway’s Kings
Visit Lillehammer, host of the 1994 Winter Olympics
See Akershus Castle, Royal Palace and visit the Vigeland sculptures in Oslo’s Frogner Park
See Hamlet’s Kronborg Castle Visit Kekkonen National Park
Scenic Drives – Peer Gynt Valley, Rago National Park and Norwegian Fjordland
Included First Class Services
Escorted by a professional Tour Director
Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
Insight Traveller document wallet, map book journal and information pack
Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 1 and Day 20
b
de
(Should your flights not coincide with these arrival and departure transfers, please make your own way
to/from the airport or see page 191 to purchase a transfer)
Included Quality Dining
Highlight Dinner on your overnight cruise to Helsinki (HD)
f Choose from a selection of restaurants in Helsinki on your Dine-Around evening (DA)
19 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 10 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)
f
Save up to $500 p.p. - see reductions below
TOUR CODE:
E940
Twin Single
Starts
Share Supp.
Copenhagen: p.p. Option
May 01
May 03
May 08
May 10
May 15
May 17
May 22
May 24
$4999
$5025
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$1460
$1460
$1460
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Jul 31
Aug 02
Aug 07
Aug 09
Reductions
Extra Accommodation
SAVE $220 p.p. with Triple room reduction
Per person, per night
Radisson Blu, Copenhagen
Radisson Blu, Oslo
Insight’s Great Savings & Discounts
SAVE $500 per person with Young Traveller Discount
SAVE up to $254 per person with 2nd Tour Discount
SAVE up to $254 per person with Frequent Traveller Discount
Early Payment
Discount
SAVE per person
12
months
$500
10
6
months months
$375
$250
For additional information regarding Insight’s great
Savings & Discounts, please see page 18.
Twin
$152
$139
$5025
$5025
$5025
$5075
$5050
$5050
Single
$244
$227
$1460
$1460
$1460
$1460
$1460
$1460
Triple
$139
$132
Notes
Tours start Sundays/Tuesdays and end on Fridays/Sundays.
Definite Departures (DEF)
are tour dates guaranteed to operate.
These are regularly updated and listed on our website
www.insightvacations.com (see page 19 for details).
Included a b f are worth approximately US$400
For news, views & info visit the ‘Insight Travel Forum’ at www.insightvacations.com
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Natural Wonders of Iceland
This scenic circular tour has magnificent driving days offering frequent stops and fantastic photo opportunities. Your hotel
in Reykjavik is modern and First class. Outside of the capital, hotels are simpler establishments with clean rooms and
always with private facilities. Porterage is not provided, but your Tour Director and Driver are ready to help if you cannot
manage to carry your suitcase. Please keep your luggage to a minimum for this reason.
The infamous Eyjafyalljokull Volcano
8 DAYS ~ ICELAND
Journey through the
‘land of ice and fire’,
a wild and colourful
landscape where fjords,
waterfalls and green
valleys contrast with
volcanic hot spots.
REGIONAL TOUR
Godafoss
AKUREYRI
Modrudal
Lake Myvatn
(Day 5)
d Included Other
Excursions & Sights
Visit Hveragerdi
Visit Hellisheidavirkjun, Iceland’s
newest geothermal heat and
electric power station
Visit Geysir, spectacular area
of hot springs
See the Gullfoss, the
‘Icelandic Niagara’
Visit the National Park at
Skaftafell to see the
Vatnajökull glacier
See Lake Jokulsarlon, setting
for the James Bond film,
‘Die Another Day’
Drive through the scenic
mountain pass of Almannaskard
Visit lakeside Egilsstadir
Drive through the
Mödrudal desert
Visit the Dettifoss waterfall
Visit the renowned bird watching
site of Lake Myvatn
View the Godafoss, known as
‘The Waterfall of the Gods’
See Akureyri, capital of
Northern Iceland
See Thingvellir where the
first meeting of the Icelandic
parliament was held
Scenic Drives - black beaches of
the south shore, east coast fjords
and mountains
Included First Class Services
Fully escorted and all sightseeing
conducted by a professional
Icelandic Tour Director
Headsets for all guided visits and
walking tours
40 seat coach with
on-board restroom
Best available hotels with all
service charges and taxes
Insight Traveller document
wallet, map book journal and
information pack
Complimentary airport arrival and
departure transfers
Included Quality Dining
7 Buffet Breakfasts (BB)
5 three-course table d’hôte
Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea
or coffee (D)
f
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I
EGILSSTADIR
(Day 4)
Iceland
Almann
BORGARNES
(Day 6)
d
REYKJAVÌK
Thingvellir
(Day 1, 7 and 8)
Hellisheidavirkjun
Hveragerdi
ll
tna
Va Jöku
Geysir
Gullfoss
Skalholt
rd
aska
Jökulsarlon
HÖFN
(Day 3)
Skaftafell
c
VIK
(Day 2)
c DAY 1 – REYKJAVIK. Welcome to Iceland! With
its lack of traffic, trains, pollution and people,
Iceland is a strangely wonderful wilderness with
icecaps, glaciers, hot pools, geysers and lava fields.
On arrival at Reykjavik’s Keflavik Airport, there are
transfers to your tour hotel. The rest of the day is
at leisure. Hotel: Radisson Blu Saga
d DAY 2 – REYKJAVIK – GEYSIR – GULLFOSS
- SKALHOLT – VIK. Take an orientation tour
of Reykjavik before heading east to visit
Hellisheidavirkjun (Iceland’s newest geothermal
heat and electric power station). Continue inland
to visit the spouting hot-springs at Geysir and the
waterfalls Gullfoss, the Icelandic equivalent of
Niagara. After lunch we visit the ancient Bishopric
of Skalholt before continuing to your hotel in Vik.
Hotel: Dyrholaey (BB,D)
DAY 3 – VIK – SKAFTAFELL NATIONAL PARK –
JÖKULSARLON – HÖFN. Drive along the southern
coast of Iceland, beside the black basalt-sand
beaches. The highlight of the day is the National
Park at Skaftafell where you will see the largest
glacier in Europe, Vatnajökull. Travel on to Lake
Jökulsarlon, dramatic setting for scenes in the James
Bond film, ‘Die Another Day’. Hotel: Hofn (BB,D)
DAY 5 – EGILSSTADIR – DETTIFOSS – LAKE
MYVATN – AKUREYRI. Drive through the sand
desert of Mödrudal to the Dettifoss, the most
powerful waterfall in Europe. Continue on to the
beautiful lake Myvatn, an internationally
renowned bird-watching site. This area offers a
wide spectrum of geological formations and the
intense geothermal activity produces mud pools
and spectacular coloured deposits. Afterwards,
view the Godafoss, known as ‘The Waterfall of the
Gods’, before continuing to your hotel in Akureyri.
Hotel: Key Akureyri (BB,D)
d DAY 6 – AKUREYRI – SKAGAFJŐRDUR –
BORGARNES. Enjoy an orientation tour of
Akureyri, the capital of northern Iceland - first
established as a trading centre in 1602. Travel past
mountains, waterfalls and into green coastal
regions where distinctive Icelandic horses are bred.
Return to the south-west coast in the afternoon to
stay in Borgarnes. Hotel: Borgarnes (BB,D)
DAY 7 – BORGARNES – REYKJAVIK. Travel
southwards to Thingvellir, where the first meeting
of the Icelandic parliament was held in 903. This
remarkable site lies on the Great Atlantic Rift
where the American and European tectonic plates
meet. Back in Reykjavik, maybe take the option of
visiting the Blue Lagoon to bathe in its hot mineral
waters - a relaxing end to a remarkable trip?
Hotel: Radisson Blu Saga (BB)
DAY 4 – HÖFN – EASTERN FJORDS –
EGILSTADIR. Explore the beautiful eastern
DAY 8 – REYKJAVIK. Your tour ends after
coastal region, where Irish missionary monks lived breakfast when there are complimentary transfers
some 1200 years ago. Travel up the magnificent
to Keflavik airport. (BB)
fjords to the beautiful area around Egilsstadir and
on to your hotel. Hotel: Herad (BB,D)
TOUR
CODE:
E964
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Radisson Blu Saga, Reykjavik $208
Single
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