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A 2 Night Summer Break in Reykjavik

Highlights

  • Search for whales off the spectacular Iceland coastline
  • Relax in the Blue Lagoon
  • Dive into the local culture with your delicious food walk
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What you'll do

Overview

Enjoy an unforgettable experience in Iceland. Relax in the Blue Lagoon and head out on a whale watching tour in the wild Atlantic Ocean. On top of this, you will visit some of the hidden gems in Reykjavik and try the local cuisine.

Your trip will start with a relaxing soak in the Blue Lagoon, considered one of the New Wonders of the World. Bathe in the warm and therapeutic mineral water, de-stress and get in the holiday mood, ready for your Icelandic short break.

Then, experience the ultimate whale watching tour from Reykjavík – join our hosts and the experienced team in the search for whales and dolphins of Faxaflói bay, and create incredible memories off the coast of Iceland.

The next day, you will enjoy a relaxed food walk of the city joining a small group led by an entertaining local guide who will show you all the ‘must visit’ eateries and some local secret food stops giving you the chance to try delicious local produce of the island washed down with some local drinks. You will learn all about the history of the Icelanders, some myths, legends and anecdotes as you get to know this lovely city.

Blue Lagoon & Whale Watching

On arrival you will be met by your driver and driven to one of the ‘New Wonders of the World’ the Blue Lagoon. Just a short drive from the airport the turquoise pools and the warm mineral water are nestled in the endless lava landscape.  Here you will be able to relax and swim in the soothing geothermal pools. Relax and rejuvenate for a couple of hours, enjoy a drink from the swim up bar and a silica face mask, leaving your skin silky smooth.

Meet the crew and board the converted fishing vessel, then head downstairs to the hull of the boat and stroll through the unique floating wildlife exhibition to learn more about the animals you may come across on your tour.

The boat is equipped with several outdoor viewing platforms, a heated indoor saloon with large viewing windows, a cafeteria where you can buy light refreshments, toilet facilities and a cloakroom where you can borrow blankets and overalls for the duration of the tour.

You can stay outside in the fresh air but you are also welcome to settle inside the heated lounge and keep watch from inside. One of the crew members will give a live commentary throughout the tour and notify you of any sightings so you won’t miss a thing.

Accommodation: 

3* or 4* hotel in Reykjavik

3* Storm Hotel

Storm Hotel offers a Nordic-inspired design combined with functionality, quality and style. Every guestroom has a sleek bathroom and an ultra-comfortable luxury bed as well as free Wireless internet connection.

Reykjavik Food Walk

In the tastiest sightseeing tour in Iceland, we will join a small group to explore down town Reykjavik through delicious local cuisines that you would never come across on your own! We will stroll around the city and visit 5-6 wonderful local restaurants with a fun & knowledgeable guide by your side.

You will visit everything from well-known ‘must visit restaurants’ to small family run businesses and secret local hangouts. While everything we will have on the tour is traditional Icelandic, we have not included  traditional delicacies such as fermented shark, rams testicles and sheep head, which are definitely an acquired taste!  Instead we explore why we Icelanders are justifiably proud of our locally grown and harvested food, focusing on the most delicious dishes such as fresh local fish , Icelandic lamb and local vegetables, finishing off with a yummy dessert and some Icelandic drinks to accompany it all.

Accommodation

3* or 4* hotel in Reykjavik

4* Apotek Hotel

Apotek Hotel is a stylish boutique hotel located in the very heart of Reykjavik´s most prestigious shopping, entertainment and cultural district. The historical building formerly housed the pharmacy Reykjavikur Apotek and is widely considered to be one of the most remarkable buildings in Reykjavik.

End of Holiday

Unfortunately, your trip to Iceland has come to an end and you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home, or you could opt to stay for an extra night and see more of this exciting country ( see booking page for details)

Should you decide to customise your trip you can add an extra day and also add another exciting half day experience: A visit to the Sky Lagoon a wonderful geothermal infinity pool, with sauna and steam rooms just 10 minutes drive from Reykjavik; A guided visit to one of the biggest lava tunnels in Iceland which is up to 30 metres wide and 10 metres high, there are beautiful columns of light and a fantastic range of colours caused by the different types of the rock; A wonderful whale watching cruise, just off the coast there is an abundance of sea mammals Minke whales, Dolphins , Porpoises are the most often sighted.

What's included

Included

  • All transfers
  • Two nights Accommodation with Breakfast
  • Comfort entrance to Blue Lagoon including a drink, silica mask and towel.
  • Whale watching cruise
  • Food walk of Reykjavik with a local guide
Your local host

Rannveig

I constantly consider myself lucky to be Icelandic and live in this incredible destination that Iceland is. Our culture, the Northern Lights, erupting volcanoes and incredible nature provide some of the best holiday experiences you can get. I have spent the last 15 years truly exploring my own country and it continues to amaze me every single day. The weather may be a challenge - we never know what what conditions will be thrown our way - but you can rest assured that every minute is an adventure! Respect for nature is important to all Icelanders and all the partners we work with care for people and for the environment. We are a family business committed to offering our customers the best, true, authentic experiences and nowhere else will you get a more personal service than with us.

I constantly consider myself lucky to be Icelandic and live in this incredible destination that Iceland is. Our culture, the Northern Lights, erupting volcanoes and incredible nature provide some of the best holiday experiences you can get. I have spent the last 15 years truly exploring my own country and it continues to amaze me every single day. The weather may be a challenge - we never know what what conditions will be thrown our way - but you can rest assured that every minute is an adventure! Respect for nature is important to all Icelanders and all the partners we work with care for people and for the environment. We are a family business committed to offering our customers the best, true, authentic experiences and nowhere else will you get a more personal service than with us.

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Location

Your trip will be based in the beautiful, vibrant city of Reykjavik. With so much to see and do and many local restaurants and bars its the perfect place to visit. The chance to go whale watching and relax in the famous Blue Lagoon  just adds value to this fascinating place. Beautiful landscapes, delicious food and friendly people make Iceland a great choice for a short break!

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