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Day Tours 2009 Sightseeing

Pr a ctical I nfor m ation

Iceland and its people Iceland is the second largest island in Europe (103,000 sq.km). The first inhabitants arrived from Scandinavia and the British Isles more than 1100 years ago. Its present population is approximately 320,000, nearly half of which lives in or around the capital, Reykjavík. The rest of the population is distributed around the coastal fringes, leaving the centre of the country uninhabited. Icelanders are proud of their language, which hardly differs from the Old Norse spoken by the first settlers. Well educated and well travelled, most Icelanders are multilingual, which makes communication relatively easy for English speaking visitors.

Business hours As a general rule offices are open from 9 am to 5 pm (8 am to 4 pm during the summer months) on weekdays. Shops are generally open from 9 am to 6 pm on weekdays. Several supermarkets and shops in malls have extended opening hours and are also open on weekends.

Credit cards Debit and credit cards are accepted by most organizations and are widely used. The major cards in Iceland are VISA and Eurocard/MasterCard, although other cards are accepted in some places.

Climate The climate in Iceland is warmer than the name suggests; thanks to the Gulf Stream, which flows past the south and east coast on its way north. The summers are cool, with an average temperature of about 12°C in the hottest month, but the winters are mild, with an average temperature of about 0°C in the coldest month. However, the weather is very unpredictable and can change very abruptly. Good equipment and clothing is therefore essential during your holiday.

Clothing Clothing should include lightweight woollens, a thick sweater or cardigan, rainwear, windbreaker and sturdy hiking shoes, but we also recommend that you bring lighter clothes for nicer weather. For those heading for the interior or camping warm underwear and socks are a must. There are many opportunities for swimming and bathing in thermal waters, so a bathing suit should be brought along at any time of the year.

Currency exchange The Icelandic monetary unit is the “krona”. All Icelandic banks (open 9:15 am to 4 pm) provide money exchange as well as the Change Group Iceland at the Tourist Information Center in Reykjavík (open from 8:30 am to 8 pm 7 days a week). Exchange banks are also operated in the arrival and duty free areas of the airport.

For further information please visit www.grayline.is

Day Tours 2009 Dear traveler, You will find the best selection of day tours from Reykjavik in the day tours brochure of Iceland Excursions - Gray Line Iceland. For more than 10 years, the staff at Iceland Excursions - Gray Line Iceland has worked at developing and improving the service to travelers through a wide variety of day tours, which incorporate the wishes and comments of our customers. It is not surprising that the Day Tours of Iceland Excursions - Gray Line Iceland scored the highest in the "Dear Visitor" performance appraisal, which is carried out amongst travelers that are visiting our beautiful country, for further details on the results of this study see www.grayline.is Quality and good service is our main goal. Our coach fleet is one of the youngest in Iceland and the staff at Iceland Excursions – Gray Line Iceland is highly qualified and has years of experience in the travel industry. The safety of all our passengers is very important to us. All our coaches are equipped with safety belts and our youngest passengers are offered Children’s Safety Car Seats free of charge. We strive to continue to improve our level of service and appreciate all the help we can get. We, therefore, encourage you to send us your comments and suggestions about what areas can be improved. We also appreciate your comments if you are happy with our service. These positive comments give us strength and a positive impulse to do even better. On behalf of the entire staff at Iceland Excursions - Gray Line Iceland Mr. Thorir Gardarsson Sales & Marketing Director

The tours are identified according to the following color categories:

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Bus Tours All Year Round Bus Tours Seasonal Combination Tours

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Iceland Excursions Iceland Excursions Staff, Gunnar Guðjónsson, Rafn Hafnfjörð and others. Prentmet ehf First Edition - December 2008

Brochure correct at time of printing, please visit www.grayline.is for latest tour information.

How to join our tours: Call our 24 hour booking service at +354 540 1313, visit www.grayline.is or ask your hotel reception to contact us. Reservations for Day Tours and Blue Lagoon transfers are guaranteed when booked at least 1 hour before tour departure. Reservations for third party tours (Whale Watching, Super Jeep, Cave, Diving and Horse Riding tours) need to be made at least 24 hours in advance.

Complimentary pick-up service:

We offer complimentary pick-up and drop-off service at all hotels and guesthouses in Reykjavík capital area. Pick-up times are listed in each tour description. Please wait for the pick-up in front of your accommodation or in your hotel lobby.

Guidance:

All our tours are guided in English except for the direct tours, which are nonguided transfers going directly to the destination. AH12 is also guided in German on Saturdays.

Rates:

Prices are listed in EURO. Visit our website www.grayline.is for best prices and offers. Some agents sell in ISK based on fixed exchange rates.

Children’s Discounts:

Special children and youth fares are available on most tours. Please see each tour description for further details.

Children’s Safety Car Seats:

We offer Children’s Safety Car Seats free of charge. Please book in advance.

Refreshments / Admissions:

Tour Index

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AH10 Greater area Reykjavík Sightseeing

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

39 €

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AH11 Gullfoss & Geysir Express

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

69 €

7

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

79 €

8

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

79 €

10

Sat

Sun

79 €

11

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

33 €

12

15/5 - 15/9

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

59 €

15

Sat

Sun

100 €

16

15/5 - 15/9

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

129 €

17

AH23 City Sightseeing and Gullfoss & Geysir Express

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

99 €

18

AH24 The Blue Lagoon and Gullfoss & Geysir Express

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

99 €

19

AH12 The Golden Circle Classic AH13 Golden Circle Evening Tour

1/6 - 20/8

AH15 Iceland From Below AH18 The Blue Lagoon Direct & Keflavík Airport AH19 Reykjanes Peninsula AH21 Iceland From Below & The Blue Lagoon Direct AH22 Reykjanes and Gullfoss & Geysir Express

AH25 City Sightseeing & The Blue Lagoon Direct

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

69 €

20

AH27 The Viking horse and Gullfoss & Geysir Express

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

119 €

21

AH28 The Blue Lagoon Direct from Keflavík Airport

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

33 €

12

AH29 The Blue Lagoon Direct

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

33 €

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Sun

129 €

22

89 €

23

AH30 South Coast & Þórsmörk

Tue

AH31 The Viking horse & The Blue Lagoon Direct

Fri

Mon Tue Wed Thu

AH32 Landmannalaugar by bus

20/6 - 5/9

Mon

AH33 Northern Lights Mystery

15/9 - 15/4

Mon Tue Wed Thu

AH35 South Coast & Jökulsárlón

17/5 - 20/9

AH38 Snæfellsnes National Park

1/6 - 31/8

AH39 Cruise at Breiðafjörður Bay

1/6 - 31/8

Fri

Wed Tue Wed

Mon

Wed

Sun

Sat Fri

Thu

Mon

Sat Sat

Sun

Sat

Sun

Fri

139 €

24

49 €

25

189 €

27

149 €

28

189 €

29

Sun

259 €

30

Sun

229 €

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Fri

Lunch, refreshments and admission to museums, the Blue Lagoon and other sites are not included in tour price, unless specified in tour description. We do make lunch stops at local restaurants during full day excursions.

AH70 DPV Scooter Diving

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

139 €

31

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AH74 Whale watching & Gullfoss and Geysir Express

1/4 - 30/9

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

118 €

32

AH75 Whale Watching

1/4 - 30/9

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

49 €

33

AH78 Whale watching & Blue Lagoon to Keflavík Airport 1/4 - 30/9

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

82 €

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Iceland Excursions – Gray Line Iceland reserves the right to alter routes, itineraries or timetables, change or cancel tour dates should the necessity arise, including irregularities due to adverse weather or road conditions. No responsibility is taken for losses or expenses due to delay or changes of flight, injury, damage, negligence, weather, war or other causes. Certain tours are only operated when a minimum number of passengers has been reached. The estimated duration of tours as indicated in this brochure are standard times and can change according to road, snow or weather conditions.

Mon Tue Wed Thu

AH71 Magnificent fissure Diving

Mon Tue Wed Thu

AH72 Magnificent Snorkelling

Fri Fri

Sat Sat

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

82 €

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AH88 ATV Blue Lagoon Direct to Keflavík Airport

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

125 €

35

AH89 ATV Blue Lagoon Direct

AH79 Whale Watching & The Blue Lagoon Direct

1/4 - 30/9

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

125 €

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AH140 Golden Circle Super Jeep Tour

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

249 €

36

AH142 4x4 Iceland Adventure

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

149 €

37

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all year round

greater area reykjavík sightseeing

AH10 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Departure: 09:00 Duration: 2,5 hours Pick-up: 08:30 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : Free 12 - 17: 50%

39 €

Sun

gullfoss & geysir express

This tour includes the most significant places in the capital and the surrounding towns. Only a few places are listed below.

In one afternoon, this popular excursion enables travelers to visit many of Iceland’s most famous sites.

We visit the presidential residence at Bessastaðir as well as Hafnarfjörður, the town where the “hidden people” and humans live together in harmony. There we also visit the old fishing harbor.

We visit the Þingvellir National Park, where the Icelandic parliament Alþingi was established in the year 930 AD.

In Reykjavik we go to the restaurant Perlan, which is built on water tanks that hold the city’s hot water supply. After enjoying the spectacular view over Reykjavík and its surroundings we go to Höfði house where the all-important summit between former U.S. President Ronald Reagan and former U.S.S.R. Secretary General Mikhail Gorbachev took place in 1986. We visit the Hallgrímskirkja church and the old town centre where the Icelandic parliament Alþingi and the town hall are situated.

In 2004 Þingvellir National Park was added to the UNESCO’s World Heritage List and is now one of eight hundred places in the world that have been honored by the UNESCO.

AH11 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Departure: 13:00 Duration: 6 hours Pick-up: 12:30

From there we continue to the Gullfoss waterfall and the spouting hot spring area around Geysir and Strokkur. We also stop at Hveragerði, a small and beautiful horticultural town.

Complimentary hotel pick-up service.

Although this trip is an express tour, you will be visiting some of the very best known historical sites and natural phenomena in the country.

Children fares: 0 - 11 : Free 12 - 17: 50%

69 €

We also show you the sports and recreation area in Laugardalur, a geothermally heated outdoor swimming pool and sculptures crafted by Ásmundur Sveinsson.

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AH12 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Departure: 08:30 Duration: 8,5 hours Pick-up: 08:00 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : Free 12 - 17: 50%

79 €

the golden circle classic Sun

This popular excursion introduces you to some of the best known natural phenomena in Iceland. We start by visiting Nesjavellir a high temperature geothermal area in the scenic landscape of Lake Þingvallavatn. From there we go to the Þingvellir National Park, where the Icelandic parliament Alþingi was founded in the year 930 AD, which makes it the oldest known still-functioning parliament in the world. Þingvellir is geologically remarkable and you can see tectonic plate boundaries there that form a breathtaking scenery. We continue to the beautiful waterfall Gullfoss where we can walk so close to the edge that we might feel the mist of the glacial water on our faces. From there we journey towards the geothermal area around the incredible spouting hot springs of Geysir and Strokkur. We proceed to Skálholt church, the ancient seat of the Icelandic bishops. From there we travel towards Hveragerði, a small and charming horticultural village. Due to weather and road conditions we cannot guarantee visits to Nesjavellir in the winter season. Our Saturday departures are guided in English and German.

Traditional Icelandic Lunch

and a spectacular view over mountains and glacier Gullfoss Café welcomes you

to our warm and friendly restaurant. We are located just few steps away from the famous waterfall Gullfoss. It’s about 120 km away from Reykjavík. Open all day, 9 am to 6 pm, all year around.

We offer you our famous icelandic meat soup, sandwiches, homemade cakes, excellent espresso coffee drinks and a nice salad.

Gullfoss Café has a tax free souvenir shop with good selection of wool products, high quality Cintamani and 66°N outdoor clothing and Icelandic handcraft.

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all year round

June - August 20

the golden circle evening tour

AH13 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Departure: 19:00 Duration: 5 hours Pick-up: 18:30 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : Free 12 - 17: 50%

Sun

iceland from below

This evening tour gives you the opportunity to see the highlights of Iceland under a bright and charming evening sky, reflecting a different light on the landscape.

Available throughout the year, this tour takes you to unique sights of Iceland’s most spectacular lava tube caves and craters.

We start by visiting the Þingvellir National Park, where the Icelandic parliament Alþingi was established in the year 930 AD and which was added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List in August 2004.

We will enter through narrow cave entrances and find they reveal extraordinary scenery of colors and lava formations. These beautiful, natural phenomena were created when the surface lava hardened and the fluid lava continued to flow in tubes underneath.

We continue to the beautiful Gullfoss waterfall in the golden rays of the setting sun. From there we visit the geothermal area around the incredible spouting geysers of Geysir and Strokkur, echoing into the peaceful evening glow. This is a great opportunity to experience romantic tranquility in a beautiful area that touches everyone.

79 €

You will also see natural stalactites and many different rock formations making this nearly an indescribable experience. The caves become wide and high and in many places the floor is quite even. However, the trip can become rather difficult so we recommend you bring good walking shoes or hiking boots which are suitable for uneven lava surfaces. Respect for nature and safety are our main concerns. There are no handrails, lights or any pre-installed tools in or around the caves.

AH15 Sat

Sun

Departure: 13:00 Duration: 3 hours Pick-up: 12:30 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : 50%

79 €

We rely completely on the equipment we carry and that people respect our guidelines. This tour is suitable for all who can walk on uneven surfaces and at times, on all four. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10.

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Enjoy the qualities of the Blue Lagoon! The Blue Lagoon is a unique geothermal spa situated in the youngest lava field in west Iceland. Once there you have many recreational options such as bathing in the milky blue water, massage and spa treatments or walking in the Blue Lagoon´s spectacular surroundings. On site there is also a fantastic restaurant with a la carte menu and the Blue Lagoon shop, selling skin care products based on a unique blend of Blue Lagoon geothermal seawater active ingredients: minerals, silica, and algae.

AH29

The Blue Lagoon Direct

33 €

A visit to the Blue Lagoon is an experience no one should miss. Our daily tours give you the opportunity to tailor make your visit. Departures at 09:00, 11:00, 13:00 and 16:15

AH18

The Blue Lagoon Direct & Keflavík Airport

33 €

Visit the Blue Lagoon before your departure flight from Keflavík International Airport. Departures at 09:00, 11:00 and 13:00

AH28

The Blue Lagoon Direct from Keflavík Airport

33 €

Go directly from the airport to the Blue Lagoon before heading to your hotel in Reykjavík. Departures at 15:30 and 16:30 12

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Blue Lagoon Transfer Schedule To the Blue Lagoon

Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat Sun

From the Blue Lagoon

From Reykjavík From Keflavík airport To Reykjavík To Keflavík airport 09:00 15:30 12:00 12:00 11:00 16:30 15:00 14:00 13:00 17:15 15:00 16:15 19:00

Complimentary hotel pick-up service in Reykjavík is 30 minutes prior to tour departure. Transfer duration from Reykjavík to the Blue Lagoon is approx. 45-60 minutes, from the Blue Lagoon to Keflavík International Airport it’s 15-20 minutes. Entrance fee to the bathing area is not included in the tour price. Children under the age of 12 travel free of charge, youth under the age of 18 get 50 % discount. For those that are going to the airport please note that our staff will take care of your luggage while you are enjoying your tour.

The coach departures from the Blue Lagoon are valid for the following tours: AH18 - Blue Lagoon Direct & Keflavík Airport AH19 - Reykjanes Peninsula & The Blue Lagoon AH21 - Iceland From Below & The Blue Lagoon AH24 - Blue Lagoon Direct & Gullfoss and Geysir Express AH25 - Reykjavík City Sightseeing & The Blue Lagoon

AH28 - Blue Lagoon Direct from Keflavík Airport AH29 - Blue Lagoon Direct AH31 - The Viking Horse & The Blue Lagoon AH78 - Whale Watching & Blue Lagoon to Keflavík Airport AH79 - Whale Watching & The Blue Lagoon

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After leaving the capital we head to the Reykjanes peninsula where the mid Atlantic ridge rises from the ocean. More than half of the peninsula is covered with lava fields, some of which are only a few hundred years old. We head for the lighthouse on the westernmost tip of the peninsula.

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This is a magnificent area with rich bird life in the summer. From there we continue through the lava fields to the nearby fishing village of Grindavík. Our next stop is at The Blue Lagoon where you have three different options; a visit to The Blue Lagoon, transfer to Keflavík Airport or return back to Reykjavík according to transfer schedule, see page 13.

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Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Departure: 09:00 Duration: Flexible Pick-up: 08:30 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : Free 12 - 17: 50%

59 €

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AH19

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all year round

iceland from below & the blue lagoon direct

AH21 Sat

Departure: 13:00 Duration: 7 hours Pick-up: 12:30 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : 50%

100 €

Sun

A great combination of our tours AH15 and AH29 for those who want to make the most of their afternoon in Iceland. The tour takes you to unique sights of Iceland’s most spectacular lava tube caves and craters. These beautiful, natural phenomena reveal extraordinary scenery of lava formations and colors. There are no handrails, lights or any preinstalled tools in or around the caves. We rely entirely on the equipment we carry and that people respect our guidelines. After the healthy exercise we continue to the Blue Lagoon. Once there you have many recreational options such as walking in the Blue Lagoon’s spectacular surroundings or bathing in the milky blue-green water. For a unique experience indulge yourself in an outdoor massage or a spa treatment. We recommend booking this in advance by calling +354 420 8800.

reykjanes peninsula and gullfoss & geysir express We head for the Reykjanes peninsula where the Atlantic ridge rises above the ocean. We pass the lighthouse on the westernmost tip of the peninsula which is a magnificent area with rich bird life. You can hear the surf crashing against the beautiful basalt cliffs. After a short stop at the Blue Lagoon we continue to Reykjavík and from there we join the Gullfoss & Geysir Express tour.

AH22 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Departure: 09:00 Duration: 10 hours Pick-up: 08:30

We start by visiting Þingvellir, Iceland’s first National Park and continue to view the majestic and beautiful waterfall Gullfoss, the incredible spouting hot springs of Geysir and Strokkur.

Complimentary hotel pick-up service.

We stop at Hveragerði with its numerous greenhouses before travelling over a mountain heath back to the capital.

Children fares: 0 - 11 : Free 12 - 17: 50%

129 €

This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. Entrance fee to the bathing area is not included in the tour price.

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AH23 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Departure: 09:00 Duration: 10 hours Pick-up: 08:30 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : Free 12 - 17: 50%

99 €

Sun

greater area reykjavík sightseeing & gullfoss and geysir express This is a combination of the tours AH10 and AH11, ideal for those that want to make the most of their day. We visit the Presidential Residence at Bessastaðir and Hafnarfjörður, the town where humans and the “hidden people” live together in harmony. We visit the restaurant Perlan, where you have an incredible view over Reykjavík and its surroundings, Hallgrímskirkja church, the University area and the old town centre where the Icelandic parliament, Alþingi, is located. The tour takes a break in the city centre where passengers are dropped off to take a stroll or have lunch (not included in the price). After the break we head for the countryside to the National Park Þingvellir and from there we continue our journey to the geothermal area Geysir and then the Gullfoss waterfall. On our way back to Reykjavík we visit Hveragerdi village.

all year round

the blue lagoon and gullfoss & geysir express The combination of tours AH29 and AH11 is recommended for those that don’t have too much time but still want to make the most of their day. We visit the Blue Lagoon, a unique geothermal spa situated in a lava field south of Reykjavík. Once there you have many recreational options such as walking in the Blue Lagoon’s spectacular surroundings or bathing in the milky blue-green water. At 12:00 we continue to Reykjavík and from there to Gullfoss and Geysir. We start by visiting Þingvellir, a geologically remarkable place where the Icelandic parliament Alþingi was founded in the year 930 AD. We continue to view the majestic and beautiful Gullfoss waterfall, the incredible spouting hot springs of Geysir and Strokkur. We visit Hveragerði with its numerous greenhouses before traveling over a mountain heath back to the capital.

AH24 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Departure: 09:00 Duration: 10 hours Pick-up: 08:30 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : Free 12 - 17: 50%

99 €

Entrance fee to the bathing area is not included in the tour price.

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all year round

AH25 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Departure: 09:00 Duration: Flexible Pick-up: 08:30 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : Free 12 - 17: 50%

69 €

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Sun

greater area reaykjavík sightseeing & the blue lagoon direct This combination of our tours AH10 and AH29 is tailor made for those that don’t have too much time but want to make the most of their day. We visit the most significant places in the capital, including the presidential residence at Bessastaðir as well as Hafnarfjörður town, restaurant Perlan, which is built on the city’s hot water tanks, Hallgrímskirkja church and much more. The tour takes a break in the city centre where passengers are dropped off to take a stroll or have a break. After the break we go to the Blue Lagoon, which is a geothermal spa situated in a lava field south of Reykjavik capital area. Once there you have many recreational options such as walking in the Blue Lagoon’s spectacular surroundings, bathing in the milky blue-green water or enjoying a massage under the open sky. Return according to transfer schedule, see page 13. Entrance fee to the bathing area is not included in the tour price.

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the viking horse riding tour and gullfoss & geysir express Combination of tours Viking horse riding tour and AH11 is for those that want to make the most of their day. The Icelandic horse is a breed that has remained virtually unchanged since the Vikings brought it to Iceland in the 9th century. Enjoy a riding tour on the outskirts of the capital. After the riding experience and a short break we head to the National Park, Þingvellir, with its remarkable geological features. At Þingvellir, the Icelandic parliament Alþingi was founded in the year 930 AD, which makes it the oldest known still-functioning parliament in the world. We visit the impressive waterfall Gullfoss and the geothermal area around Geysir with its spouting geysers. The tour takes us through fertile agricultural areas and we visit Hveragerdi village with its numerous greenhouses. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 6.

all year round

AH27 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Departure: 10:00 Duration: 9 hours Pick-up: 09:00 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : 50%

119 €

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all year round

AH30 Tue

Fri

Departure: 08:30 Duration: 10 hours Pick-up: 08:00 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : Free 12 - 17: 50%

129 €

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south coast & þórsmörk

the viking horse & the blue lagoon direct

We begin this tour by driving over the mountain heath Hellisheiði towards Selfoss town and then along the south shore to Seljalandsfoss waterfall.

This combination of the Viking horse riding tour and AH29 is for those who don’t have too much time but still want to make the most of it.

From there our journey continues towards the interior to our main attraction, Þórsmörk (i.e. Thor’s Woodland), a nature reserve shielded on three sides by glaciers and mountains. The glacial melt-off forms rivers that have to be crossed on the way, but those can change in a matter of hours from an innocent stream into a thunderous torrent. Some days the crossing is quite challenging or even impossible but our skilled drivers are very experienced in these driving conditions and will take you safely across the rivers.

Make your dream come true and get acquainted with the Icelandic horse. It is a breed that has remained virtually unchanged since the Vikings brought it to Iceland in the 9th century. Enjoy a one hour riding tour on the outskirts of the capital.

Once there we make a stop to enjoy the breathtaking scenery with its multitude of small gullies and valleys, clad with low birch-trees that create seemingly endless possibilities for the nature lover. Various hiking routes are available there and everybody can find a suitable one. On our way back we will stop at the rugged gorge of Stakkholtsgjá for a short hike. This tour is truly unforgettable for the nature lover at heart and ideal as a hiking trip.

After the healthy experience, we head to the Blue Lagoon. Once there you have a variety of recreational options such as bathing in the milky blue water, massage and spa treatments or simply walking in the Blue Lagoon’s spectacular surroundings. For a unique experience indulge yourself in an outdoor massage or one of the spa treatments available. We recommend booking these well in advance by calling +354 420 8800. Return according to transfer schedule, see page 13.

AH31 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Departure: 10:00 & 14:00 Duration: Flexible Pick-up: 09:00 & 13:00 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : 50%

89 €

Entrance fee to the bathing area is not included in the tour price.

During the hardest winter months, it might not be possible to access Þórsmörk. Then we will visit Vík village with its black sand beaches and the magnificent Skógarfoss waterfall. Additional departures on Tuesdays from May throughout September.

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september 15 - april 15

june 20 - september 5

AH32 Mon

Wed

Sat

Departure: 08:30 Duration: 10 hours Pick-up: 08:00 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : Free 12 - 17: 50%

139 €

landmannalaugar by bus

Northern lights mystery

We depart from Reykjavik and head to the geothermal area Landmannalaugar, often referred to as “The Pearl of the Central Highlands”.

Join us for a mysterious trip, on a dark winter night. Any time from the onset of autumn darkness until the light nights of spring we can witness one of nature’s most spectacular displays; the phenomenon which we call the Northern Lights.

We journey through the beautiful countryside of southern Iceland and proceed into the highlands through Þjórsárdalur valley and visit Hjálparfoss waterfall. Landmannalaugar’s colorful mountains are formed by centuries of volcanic activity in the area and the picturesque natural landscape in this raw climate is simply breathtaking. While there, we’ll enjoy a relaxing bath in a natural warm pool which was created when many hot and cold springs in the area combined. The tour continues back to the west and past Iceland’s most infamous and active volcano, Hekla, which was believed to be the gateway to hell during the Middle Ages. The volcano has had frequent eruptions in the past years and has left thick layers of ash and pumice over the landscape. Return to Reykjavík over Hellisheiði mountain heath.

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Far from the glow of the city, we hunt for the elusive Aurora Borealis – known as the Northern Lights. Together we will search for these magnificent auroras. On a clear night, we may be lucky enough to see the Northern Lights swirling in a wild and carefree dance across the heaven in dramatic shapes, colors, patterns and sizes. The Northern Lights are visible from September through April but can only be seen on a clear night. Therefore, we reserve the right to cancel this tour if the evening sky is heavily clouded or weather conditions are not favorable. Before we start this tour we always check the weather forecast around the south western part of Iceland. From experience, we decide where each journey will lead us, for the best possibilities to see the Northern Lights.

AH33 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Departure: 20:00 Duration: 3-5 hours Pick-up: 19:30 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : Free 12 - 17: 50%

49 €

We cannot guarantee sightings even if the tour is operated.

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May 17 - september 20

south coast & jökulsárlón This tour takes us along the beautiful south shore of Iceland to the extraordinary glacial lagoon, Jökulsárlón. We will pass some charming villages, Skaftafell National Park, Seljalandsfoss waterfall and Skógarfoss waterfall. Just before we reach the lagoon we pass Iceland’s biggest volcano, Öræfajökull glacier which has the highest peak of the island, Hvannadalshnjúkur (2110 m). After we arrive at the lagoon we have some time to view this stunning area before we take a boat tour on the lagoon. The boats that carry us are no ordinary boats as they are capable of driving short distances on land as well as sailing on the water. Jökulsárlón started to form in the early nineteen twenties and is getting bigger every year. You will see many amazing blocks of ice that have broken off Europe’s biggest glacier, Vatnajökull, and sail slowly towards the ocean which is only a kilometer away.

AH35 Tue

Thu

Sat

Sun

Departure: 08:00 Duration: 14 hours Pick-up: 07:30 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : Free 12 - 17: 50%

189 €

After a refreshing boat tour on the lagoon, included in tour price, we head back to Reykjavík. Additional departures from June throughout August on Tuesdays and Saturdays

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june 1 - august 31

june 1 - august 31

AH38 Mon

Wed

Fri

Departure: 08:00 Duration: 10-11 hours Pick-up: 07:30 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : Free 12 - 17: 50%

149 €

snæfellsnes national park Snæfellsnes peninsula is a beautiful area located on the west side of Iceland and offers many recreational activities. Our first stops at the peninsula are at Gerduberg, a columnar basalt cliff in Hnappadal, and Ölkelda, a natural spring of clean drinking water. We then continue our bus tour around the peninsula and through the national park. On our way we will stop at Arnarstapi and enjoy its extraordinary shores and scenery. Nature lovers enjoy the spectacular landscapes and peculiarities of the surroundings and spend time hiking and bird watching along the precipitous shoreline where it is quite common to see seals. We continue our journey to the National Park where you find many beaches and amazing bird life. In this area there are many signs of ancient eruptions from the volcano with various lava formations and craters. Snæfellsjökull glacier is a dormant volcano which attracts thousands of people each year. Some visitors assemble here regularly each summer to enjoy the energy radiation, as they believe it to be one of earths seven energy spots. Before we return to Reykjavík we visit Stykkishólmur village by Breiðafjörður bay. Tours AH38 and AH39 share the same bus transfer to Snæfellsnes. The tours split up after the visit to Gerduberg and Ölkelda and are joined again in Stykkisholmur for the return trip to Reykjavík.

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cruise at breiðafjörður bay Our first stops are at Gerduberg, a columnar basalt cliff in Hnappadal, and Ölkelda, a natural spring of clean drinking water. We then continue to the shark museum at Bjarnarhöfn farm to taste the traditional Icelandic shark. From there we continue to Stykkisholmur, a thriving little town, where you will have the opportunity to look around and have lunch before boarding the boat for an exciting tour of the bay. Breidafjördur is renowned for its stunning beauty, with the perfect frame of mountains, high and low, highlighting the scenery. The most famous of these mountains is the majestic and mystical Snæfellsjökull glacier, towering at the west end of the peninsula. A rich variety of bird life, including puffins, nests in the cliffs and this is also the only area where the white tailed eagle nests in Iceland. During the cruise the net is hauled and you can taste fresh shellfish and sea urchin directly from the sea. Please remember to bring warm clothing. We reserve the right to cancel the tour if the weather circumstances are unfavorable.

AH39 Mon

Wed

Fri

Departure: 08:00 Duration: 10-11 hours Pick-up: 07:30 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : Free 12 - 17: 50%

189 €

Tours AH38 and AH39 share the same bus transfer to Snæfellsnes. The tours split up after the visit to Gerduberg and Ölkelda and are joined again in Stykkisholmur for the return trip to Reykjavík.

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all year round

all year round

AH70 / 71 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Departure: 09:00 Duration: 4-6 hours Pick-up: 08:30 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Included: Warm drinks, snacks and CD with high resolution pictures.

259 / 229 €

Magnificent fissure diving / DPV If you are a certified diver, with or without a dry suit experience, these tours are for you. They will give you the opportunity to dive in one of the world’s top ten diving sites Silfra, situated in the Þingvellir National Park. Silfra is actually a crack/fissure in the face of the earth and has a constant temperature of 1-3°C all year round. You can swim out the crack without effort due to a mild current thrusting your upwards. Silfra offers open water diving, caving and deep diving, but the depth is about 40 meters open water and 60 meters inside of a cave. Weather does not play any part in diving in Silfra, except it’s more beautiful in sunny weather. You will be accompanied by a PADI Dive master or a PADI Instructor. It is really easy to dive in this area, because we can choose from different routes depending on your experience as a diver. We recommend that you wear warm undergarments beneath the diving suit and bring extra clothing. You will have to have experience as a diver and be familiar with all the equipment involved.

magnificent fissure snorkeling As an activity, snorkeling is within the reach of practically everyone and the basics are easy to learn. Most of us take our holidays in areas that are ideal for snorkeling and why not in one of the most magnificent sites in Iceland, Þingvellir. If you are interested in seeing Iceland underwater then this tour is for you! Silfra is a crack/fissure in the face of the earth and has a constant temperature of 1-3°C all year round. The water in Silfra comes up from the lava after traveling underground from Iceland’s glaciers for years. You can swim out the crack without effort because of a mild current thrusting you upwards. Suitable for beginners or advanced, we offer expert tuition and guidance. We recommend that you wear warm undergarments beneath the diving suit and bring extra clothing. The diving and snorkeling tours share the same transfer.

AH72 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Departure: 09:00 Duration: 4-6 hours Pick-up: 08:30 Minimum 2 passengers Complimentary hotel pick-up service.

139 €

The DPV Scooter diving, tour AH70, offer a dive to David’s ravine in lake Thingvallavatn using the Torpedo 3500 DPV scooter in addition to a regular Silfra dive as described above. The diving and snorkeling tours share the same transfer.

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april - september

april - september

AH74 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Departure: 09:00 Duration: 10 hours Pick-up: 08:00 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 5 : Free 6 - 11: 50%

118 €

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Sun

whale watching and gullfoss & geysir express On this whale watching tour you will see the whales in their native environment which is an unforgettable experience. The local bird life is diverse, including birds as the Puffin, Arctic Tern, Gannet and many varieties of Gull. Passengers are picked up at the harbour at 12:30 for Gullfoss and Geysir Express tour. We start by visiting the Þingvellir National Park, where the Icelandic parliament Alþingi was established in the year 930 AD. Geologically it is remarkable and there you can see tectonic plate boundaries that form a breathtaking scenery. We also visit the impressive Gullfoss waterfall, the spouting hot springs of Geysir and Strokkur. Although this afternoon trip is an express tour, you will be visiting some of the very best historical sites and natural phenomena in the country. Before we return to Reykjavík we will pass Hveragerði, a diverse greenhouse village.

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whale watching On this fantastic whale watching tour you will observe the whales in their native environment which is an unforgettable experience. We will sail on Faxaflói bay, home of a unique variety of Minke whale, the Humpback, Harbor Porpoise and the Whitebeaked Dolphins, which are all common sighs on this tour. The local bird life is also diverse, including such birds as the Puffin, Arctic Tern, Gannet and many varieties of Gull. After the tour you can explore the Whale Exhibition Center that enables you to witness the mysteries of the ocean. It is situated in an old capelin-fishing vessel “Fífill” which has been transformed into an exhibition and information centre on whales and seabirds. The entrance to the Whale Exhibition Room is free of charge for Whale watching passengers. A return transfer to your hotel is not included.

AH75 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Departure: See table Duration: 3 hours Pick-up: 1 hour prior to departure Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 5 : Free 6 - 11: 50%

49 €

Daily Departures: April - May June - August September 09:00 09:00 09:00 13:00 13:00 13:00 17:00

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all year round

april - september

AH78 / 79 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Departure: 09:00 Duration: Flexible Pick-up: 08:00 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 5 : Free 6 - 11: 50%

82 €

Sun

whale watching & the blue lagoon direct We will sail to the home of a unique variety of Minke whales, Humpbacks, Harbor Porpoises and White-beaked Dolphins, which are all common sights on this tour. The local bird life is also diverse, including birds as the Puffin, Arctic Tern, Gannet and many varieties of Gull. The entrance to the Whale Exhibition Centre is free of charge for Whale Watching passengers. Passengers are picked up at the harbor at 12:30. We continue the tour to the Blue Lagoon where you can enjoy the qualities it has to offer. The lagoon is a unique geothermal spa situated in the youngest lava field in western Iceland. Once there you have many recreational options such as walking in the Blue Lagoon’s spectacular surroundings, bathing in the milky blue-green water, relaxing in a geothermal steam bath or releasing the stress from your shoulders under a Blue Lagoon waterfall. AH78 returns you back to Reykjavík whereas AH79 takes you to Keflavík Airport. See transfer schedule on page 13.

Atv blue lagoon direct Join us on an exciting one hour drive on an ATV on the Reykjanes peninsula. An action filled tour offering both great views and excitement driving in rough terrain. We will provide you with the necessary gloves, helmets and overalls. After an action packed adventure, relax in the milky blue waters of the Blue Lagoon and enjoy the amenities the Blue Lagoon has to offer. Please note that the entry fee to the Blue Lagoon is not included in our price. Massages and other treatments at the Blue Lagoon can be booked separately directly at the Blue Lagoon. Alternatively you can enjoy the area by walking around, having a delicious meal at one of the restaurants or checking out the Blue Lagoon shop. AH88 returns you back to Reykjavík whereas AH89 takes you to Keflavík Airport. See transfer schedule on page 13. Price is according to 2 persons per ATV.

AH88 / 89 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Departure: 09:00 Duration: Flexible Pick-up: 08:30 Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : 50%

125 €

Entrance fee to the bathing area is not included in the tour price.

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all year round

all year round

AH140 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Departure: 09:00 Duration: 9-10 hours Pick-up: 08:30 Minimum: 4 passengers Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : 25%

249 €

Sun

the golden circle super jeep tour The Golden Circle tour allows visitors to get in touch with some of Iceland’s most famous and exciting natural phenomena. Our first stop is at Þingvellir National Park, which is one of Iceland’s most significant historical sites because it was there that Iceland’s first parliament was founded in the year 930 AD. From Þingvellir we head along mountain tracks toward the world-renowned geothermal area around Geysir hot spring, the one spouting hot spring on Earth after which all other spouting hot springs are named. From there we continue on to Gullfoss where your proximity to its edge is so close you can feel the spray of the glacial water on your face. Next we kick the action into higher gear to get even closer to Iceland’s nature and go for a snowmobiling tour on Langjökull, Iceland’s second largest glacier. After an action-packed day we drive through the countryside, make a pass by the greenhouse village in Hveragerði, from which many of Iceland’s vegetables are supplied. We reserve the right to alter the itinerary according to weather and road conditions. Please note that the operation period/location is dependent on snow layers. It is essential to present a valid driver’s license in order to drive a snowmobile. Price is according to 2 persons per snowmobile.

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4x4 iceland adventure You will start by climbing on board one of the different types of Super Jeeps, a 4x4 vehicle, which has been specially modified by Icelanders to be able to travel on the rugged tracks of their country. Within minutes of leaving the Capital, these magnificent vehicles are put to the test by effortlessly climbing the 335 m/1,100 feet to the top of “’Ulfarsfell” – and once at the summit, the visitor is greeted by the sight of, quite literally, the city at their feet. We continue, following the hot water pipe line to its source, that is to say, the apparently dormant volcano Hengill and nearby Lake Thingvallavatn (Iceland’s largest natural lake). We pause at the viewpoint situated on the flanks of the volcano itself, taking the opportunity to gaze over the geothermal plant and to view the surreal landscape dotted with steam vents and bore holes. The 4X4s will then bring you along the river Sog with its hydropower plants onwards to the hot spring village of Hveragerdi. Our expert drivers take you over the ancient lava plateau of Hellisheidi. On the way, if conditions allow, we will get a last bumpy ride on the “Thousand Waters Route”, splashing through the river.

AH142 Mon Tue Wed Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Departure: 13:00 Duration: 4-5 hours Pick-up: 12:30 Minimum: 4 passengers Complimentary hotel pick-up service. Children fares: 0 - 11 : 25%

149 €

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