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1 Hosting you since 1937 Group Programs CERTFED TRAVEL SERVCE VÐURKENND FERÐAÞJÓNUSTA

2 Classical Tours ce & Spice Operation: All year celand is full of concealed treasures. n six days you can enjoy a memorable journey of the south coast of celand, viewing massive glaciers, natural hot springs, uninhabited wilderness interior (Þórsmörk Nature Reserve in winter), impressive canyons and lush green meadows. The variety and beauty of the rugged celandic nature never ceases to amaze visitors. 1&5 4 Jökulsrlón Kirkjubæjarklaustur Scenic celand Operation: May September With so much to discover and explore in celand, this comprehensive tour highlights the natural wonders, the majestic landscapes and the unique character of celand. This classic circle tour provides the perfect combination of culture and nature. n addition there are opportunities to stop and savour celand s delicious organic cuisine. An extended version of this tour is also available that includes a day in the beautiful Tröllaskagi Peninsula. 6 1,&7 Duration: 8 days / 7 nights Höfn Arctic Gems Operation: May September Visit celand s most famous attractions while travelling at an easy pace, often staying several nights at the same hotel. Discover the wonders of North and South celand. You will also take a day trip to the newly popular Arctic town of Siglufjörður, nestled in a dramatic fjord on the very edge of celand s steep northern mountains. 1 & 9 Duration: 10 days / 9 nights Siglufjörður 3-5 Mývatn Höfn 6-7 Selfoss 8 Kirkjubæjarklaustur Vestmanneyjar Optional Group Activities Add some extra celand to your trip! West celand One-actor theater show in a former processing plant Cruise amid a bay of a thousand islands Westfjords Seafood-themed walking tour with tasty samples in Suðureyri Sea kayaking in North celand Sútarinn a family-owned tannery The geothermal nfinity Pool The award-winning Herring Era Museum East celand Visit to a local dairy The new Wilderness Center South celand Friðheimar, a family-run geothermal greenhouse Multimedia experience at the celandic Horse Park Westman slands RB boat safari The lava-embedded Eldheimar Center Reykjanes Vikingaheimar with its replica of a famous Viking-age ship Visit to a local fish processing company sales@

3 Hiking and Activity Extreme to Serene Adventures Operation: Mid May Mid September From thrilling hiking on glaciers to peaceful relaxation in steamy hot springs, celand s extreme landscape contrasts are backdrops for this exciting adventure. Challenge the mighty forces of nature with mountain biking, hiking, snorkelling, river rafting and ATV riding with the added edge of celand s extreme natural wonders. Then it s time to relax both muscles and mind in celand s famous geothermal hot springs. This is soft adventure at its best! 1,4&5 Hveragerði celand s Westfjords A Nature Lover s Paradise Operation: May - September On this magnificent journey to celand s remote Westfjords, you will experience some of the most unusual and untouched nature imaginable. A highlight is a walk through an abandoned settlement in the beautifully dramatic Hornstrandir Nature reserve. You will also sail across glittering fjords, hike along red sand beaches and enjoy Europe s largest bird cliffs. Along the way, discover friendly folklore, sample local delicacies and soak your cares away in hidden hot springs surrounded by stunning scenery. Duration: 8 days / 7 nights 4&5 Hesteyri 3 6 Búðardalur Keflavík 1&7 Scenic Trails Operation: June September Stretch your legs and immerse yourself in the untouched natural landscapes that make celand so unique. Enjoy a classical hotel-based walking holiday blending motor coach sightseeing with scenic day hikes. Explore the fiery volcanic zone of the South Shore, the geothermal highland deserts of the interior, the lush vegetation of Lake Myvatn Nature Reserve and the treasured nature along the historical West Coast. Enjoy minimal hotel changes, giving you plenty of time to relax in the evenings and soak up some rays from the Midnight Sun. Duration: 10 days / 9 nights Siglufjörður Ásbyrgi Mývatn Landmannalaugar 1&9 Hella 7-8 Þórsmörk Ultimate celand Operation: End June September The name says it all. n a rich wilderness experience, travel off the beaten path to celand s uninhabited interior of otherworldly volcanic landscapes. With a specially adapted 4x4 mountain coach, you will travel through the deserted highlands of celand, highlighted by the multi-coloured mountains of the Landmannalaugar Nature reserve and the barren black sands of Sprengisandur. This is combined with classic nature highlights that will surely conquer the hearts of the traveller. Duration: 11 days / 10 nights 6-7 Mývatn & 10 Vestmanneyjar 3-4 Höfn Kirkjubæjarklaustur

4 Winter Adventures Edge of the Arctic Operation: October April Winding along the edge of the Arctic Circle, Northeast celand showcases a diverse landscape of dramatic waterfalls, secluded fjords, geothermal wonders and an untamed wilderness. Discover an area just becoming known to travellers as a fantastic winter destination. Stroll through colourful fishing villages. Explore rustic houses preserved from the olden days. Travel through a volcanic wonderland and bathe in the mystical Myvatn Nature Baths. This is also a perfect area to glimpse the northern lights on clear nights. Húsavík Lake Mývatn Höfn 1&4 East celand Wilderness, Fjords and Heritage Operation: October April East celand is a beautiful region of vast reindeer-filled highlands and rugged fjords. This terrain has shaped a people who enjoy welcoming visitors and sharing their heritage. Visit the edge of the untamed highlands where the interactive new Wilderness Center creatively brings to the life how celanders lived over the centuries. Meet modern day locals through visits to charming fishing villages and farms, discovering strong traditions in the arts and folklore. You might even glimpse some wild reindeer, the region s symbol. Seyðisfjörður Eskifjörður Wilderness Center Fskrúðsfjörður 1&4 Nature s Treasures & Northern Lights Operation: October April Join an unforgettable journey along the rugged coastline of Snæfellsnes Peninsula in West celand, recognized by Lonely Planet as a place to visit in 016. Each day brings unique encounters with local traditions from tasting fermented shark, to meeting our Viking horses, and enjoying homemade skyr yoghurt. Sample freshly caught seafood on a boat tour, walk among geothermal wonders of the Golden Circle and visit the magnificent Blue Lagoon. At day s end, relax in the celandic countryside for optimal viewing of the elusive Northern Lights. Keflavík 4 1&5 Hveragerði Hidden Powers & Northern Lights Hunt Operation: October April cebergs, hot springs and volcanoes dominate celand s beautiful yet rugged landscape. On a guided coach tour, experience the hidden powers of the island, including dramatic vistas of the notorious Eyjafjallajökull volcano and the breath-taking iceberg Glacial Lagoon. Overnight in stunning rural locations, perfectly situated to hunt for the magical Northern Lights. Keflavík 1&5 Flúðir Selfoss 3&4 Jökulsrlón Kirkjubæjarklaustur sales@

5 Theme Tours Land of Volcanic Energy Operation: All year Volcanoes have been an integral part of the celanders way of life since the time of settlement. The heat from volcanoes provides a pollution-free renewable energy source. celanders have also tapped into the power of rivers and wind as energy sources. This tour gives you a behind the scenes look at how celand has become one of the world s leaders in green energy. We ve also included some must-see natural wonders, so you ll enjoy both learning and sightseeing in celand. 1&4 Hvolsvöllur Vestmannaeyjar Gastronomic celand Operation: All year celand is a gourmand s paradise, providing staples of very high quality produce and some very unusual choices for the daring connoisseur. Local delicacies are made primarily of lamb, dairy and fish, with many of the recipes dating back to ancient Nordic times. The emphasis of celandic cuisine is on quality; chefs are constantly concocting new creations made of the finest ingredients - all of which are produced here in celand. Blue Lagoon 1-4 C E L A N D C C U S N E Vikings, Sagas and Folklore Operation: June September Viking heritage is thoroughly woven into the fabric of celandic culture. The Sagas, which recount early Viking adventures, form the foundation of celand s literary tradition. Take a journey through history, experiencing epic tales of heroic deeds in the actual places where they happened. Learn about celandic folklore and celanders fascination with runes, elves and the mystical hidden people. Throughout your journey, celand s breath-taking nature shows how it influenced the country s culture. Duration: 8 days / 7 nights Siglufjörður 4&5 3 1,,&7 Flúðir 6 Vestmanneyjar Plus, we have numerous other themed tours These tours are perfect for indulging your groups interests and hobbies! Agriculture Birdwatching Knitting Music and Performance Photography Yoga Golf Eductional Geology sales@

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