Active Family Itinerary (5 days) – Reykjavík based
Iceland 2017 – Summer
Day 1
Arrival Iceland –a warm welcome
Upon arrival at Keflavik International Airport your own private driver will pick you up and take you to the Blue Lagoon.
We recommend a visit to the world renowned Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa, located just 15 minutes from the airport. The Blue Lagoon has a mystical appearance but its unique restorative powers are quite real and ideal for regaining your energy after a long flight. The Lagoon opens at 08:00 and they have a cafeteria if you need a bite to eat. Your driver will wait for you until you are ready to leave, usually 1 hour in the Lagoon is enough for most.
Different packages are available at Blue Lagoon – from standard to luxury. Pre-booking is necessary.
http://www.bluelagoon.com/blue-lagoon-spa/prices-and-packages/
Your driver will then drive you to your accommodation. Usual check-in time is 14:00. We recommend you store the luggage at the apartment and walk around Reykjavík city – have lunch close by until the apartment/hotel room is ready. A representative from B2 Travel Group will meet & greet guests at arrival and go through the program and be on call 24/7 during their time in Iceland.
Reykjavik:
Enjoy a day in Reykjavik with its many outdoor swimming pools, visit the newly opened Whales of Iceland museum, or perhaps spend the day relaxing at Nautholsvik geothermal beach.
For those traveling with younger kids, Husdyragardurinn city park and petting zoo, is a fun place to visit. There you can interact with animals like the sheep, horses, cattle, pigs and goats, and witness the feeding of the seals a couple of times a day.
Family accommodation sample:
OLD CHARM REYKJAVÍK APARTMENTS – Superior three bedroom apartment
This apartment features a fully equipped kitchen, two bathrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite
channels in all bedrooms and a free Wifi.
Apartment facilities: Garden view, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Heating, Private entrance,
Hardwood/Parquet floors, Shower, Hairdryer, Bathroom, Refrigerator, Microwave, Kitchen, Electric kettle, Kitchenware, Oven, Stovetop, Toaster, Coffee machine, Dining table, High chair, Towels, Linens, Entire unit located on ground floor.
Free WiFi is available in all rooms.
Apartment capacity: 8 adults
Apartment size: 110 m²
Layout: Private apartment in building
Bedroom 1: 2 single beds
Bedroom 2: 1 double bed and 1 single bed
Bedroom 3: 1 double bed and 1 single bed
INCLUDED – Light cleaning all days: changing of towels – making of beds – dishes done.
Day 2
Golden Circle with Rafting
The Golden Circle of natural wonders begins with a visit to the dramatic volcanic scenery of Thingvellir National Park (UNESCO). In a massive rift valley, you see first-hand how Iceland is being pulled apart at the meeting of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates.
Golden Circle journey continues to the Gullfoss and Geysir area where you are introduced to the Queen of Icelandic waterfalls herself, Gullfoss. This majestic waterfall of sparkling mist and golden charm is situated on Hvita (White River) which is fed by Iceland´s second largest glacier, Langjokull. King of all geysers, the great Geysir resides nearby in a steamy geothermal field of bubbling mud and hot springs including the highly active Strokkur geyser which shoots steaming hot water high into the air every ten minutes.
ACTIVITY options today RIVER RAFTING (Minimum Age: 11 years.)
Rafting down the Hvítá River is a magnificent way to enjoy the Icelandic nature in a different way.
Cruise down the great glacier river running all the way from Langjökull glacier, Iceland’s second biggest glacier, and take in the incomparable surroundings that the roaring river has created over the years, with Brúarhlöð canyon as one of the highlights. The canyon has grand rock formations and portholes and you can see how the water has sculptured the breccia walls. Hvítá river also feeds the grand waterfall, Gullfoss, that is one of them most visited attractions in Iceland. After the raft, you can relax in the sauna at Drumbó, enjoy a grilled lamb meal in our restaurant or a drink at the bar.
This tour is for everyone that enjoys a little adventure in an outstanding landscape. Located just off the Golden Circle, rafting on Hvítá river is a perfect addition to your golden circle
tour.
Duration: approximately 3- 4 hours
Included: River Rafting on Hvítá river, wetsuit, live-vest, helmet and all equipment for rafting. Entry to sauna and shower facilities. Guidance by a certified rafting guide. Food can also be purchased on location.
Clothing: Warm undergarments, preferably fleece or wool. Warm socks and sweater and a change of clothes. Bathing suit & towel.
Minimum Age: 11 years.
ACTIVITY options on Golden Circle – HORSE BACK RIDING (Minimum Age: 7 years.)
The Icelandic Horse is unique to the country of Iceland, bred since the settlement in isolation from the outside world. Enjoy its smooth riding qualities, namely the tölt gait.
This tour goes through meadows and lava fields. On our way, we pass several farms, which give us an idea of how the agriculture has developed in the last decades. On the way, we have a good opportunity to experience the gait tölt on the many good tölt paths. At the end of the tour you are invited for coffee and a home baked treat.
ACTIVITY options on Golden Circle – Snorkelling (Minimum Age: 14 years.)
Silfra is an underwater fissure located in the heart of Thingvellir National Park. Join a Snorkeling tour to discover this otherworldly scenery surrounded by incredible crystalline waters.
The clarity of its waters (the visibility in Silfra exceeds 100 meters / 320 feet) makes it a unique attractions among the average traveler as well as professional snorkelers and divers around the world. The water temperature is 2-4° Celsius all year around.
Join this day tour to explore this incredible submerged world made of lava rock, sand and algae in the most amazing shades of colors.
This tour is rated as easy and no previous experience is required to take part in this tour.
Day 3
Seljalandsfoss – Skogarfoss – Vik
Today you’ll visit the waterfalls of the south shore, where you can walk behind Seljalandsfoss waterfall, and climb the stairs to get an even greater view of Skogafoss Waterfall.
At Reynisfjara Black sand beach is a puffin colony, you’ll see also Reynisdrangar, pillars of rock rising majestically out of the ocean. A recommended stop is the famous Seljavallalaug natural pool, one of Iceland’s oldest swimming pools.
Activity today is Glacier walk. (Minimum age: 10 years.)
Glacier Tour from Sólheimajökull
The Sólheimajökull glacier tongue extends from the great Mýrdalsjökull glacier, down to the sandy plains of the Icelandic south coast. The spectacular surroundings are marked by rugged and majestic rock formations thoroughly shaped by the glacier.
On this fun, safe and easy to moderate glacier walk you get to explore the wonderland of ice sculptures, water cauldrons, ridges and deep crevasses on the breathtaking Sólheimajökull glacier. While enjoying all the features of the glacier and its spectacular surroundings, you will learn more about the behavior of glaciers and their impact on nature. No technical requirements are needed for the tour as an experienced glacier guide will teach you how to use basic glacier equipment, such as crampons and an ice axe which are provided for all our glacier walk tours. The unique experience of a glacier walk on one of the many retreating glaciers of the world is sure to leave lasting memories.
Directions to Sólheimajökull glacier: Driving time: From Reykjavík: 2h30.
Day 4
Two hour tour on buggys. (Minimum age: 6 years)
Get away from the tourist trail for some intense exploration of natural sights, not accessible otherwise. You will climb up through real woodlands into the erosion blasted Haukadalsheiði plateau. From there, you will head on to the rough and rocky Kjölur highland route, led by our expert guide. Possible sights en route are Langjökull glacier, Bláfell volcano and Sandvatn glacier lagoon, all depending on weather and conditions.
Our Buggies are equipped with 4-point harnesses for your safety and automatic transmission for driving ease. All you need is a spirit for adventure, and a valid driving license for the driver.
Starting time: 11:00; Pick up time is 10:30 from your accommodation
Duration: 2, 5 hrs. (2 hrs. driving in the Buggy)
Included: 2 hrs. guided Buggy tour (2 in each Buggy), helmets, gloves, balaclavas and water resistant overalls.
Bring: Shoes for the outdoors, warm clothing under the overall, a camera, and something to drink.
You need a valid driving license to drive the Buggy.
Day 5
Electric FAT bike tour Into Heiðmörk Nature Reserve
Difficulty level : Easy to moderate
Distance covered : Over 20km
Helmet included
The landscape and environment we travel through offer an amazing combination of vegetated areas, vast lava fields and scenic vistas in all directions, with little to no hint of human activity nearby. The contrasts of the shifting landscape will surprise the most hardened travelers.
There are opportunities to sample a variety of lava rocks and minerals, even fill your water bottle with fresh groundwater, directly from the town water reserve.
The tour is approximately 30 km long and takes just under 3 hours to complete, with short stops along the route. The full day arrangement takes at least 5 hours with a 2 hour hike & lunch arrangement, and can be extended to a full 6-7 hour adventure, ending with a dinner in Hafnarfjordur, for a full day amazing adventure.
Day 6
Departure Day
Your private airport transfer will pick you up 3 hours before flight departure. Depart with plenty of memories and an adventure that will certainly impress, and entertain your friends and family for years to come!
Evening Entertainment for the family:
ICELANDIC SAGAS – THE GREATEST HITS
at HARPA concert Hall- walking distance from your apartment
Presented by two of Icelands finest actors Icelandic Sagas – The Greatest hits is a 75 minute theatrical comedy roller coaster ride through Iceland’s literary heritage. In English!
The Icelandic Sagas are the 40 true stories of the first settlers of Iceland – Well, Icelanders say they’re true. Everyone else says: Get out of here!
http://en.harpa.is/events/icelandic-sagas-greatest-hits-24
HOW TO BECOME ICELANDIC IN 60 MINUTES
at HARPA concert Hall- walking distance from your apartment
For 1100 years Icelanders have been trying to grow as a nation. As of today there are only around 320.000 Icelanders living. Around 500.000 Icelanders are dead and therefore currently cannot help their nation with this task. Since Iceland is the navel of the universe the world needs more Icelanders. Please help!
In seeing “How to become Icelandic in 60 minutes” Bjarni Haukur Thorsson teaches you everything you need to know about being Icelandic, in just one hour. You will learn how to walk, talk and behave like a regular Icelander. Additionally, you will learn why eating sour sheep balls might save your life.
The show is much more than a stand up comedy routine, it is a hilarious blend of incisive and visual observation of the Icelandic human condition, their attitudes, struggles and everyday life. You will laugh and learn and at the end of the show leave the theater feeling 100% Icelandic.
http://en.harpa.is/events/how-become-icelandic-60-minutes-126