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2 2 Iceland Virgin Earth a great adventure and a great education... Here at we look forward to be given the opportunity to organise your travel plans to this incredible island destination in the north Atlantic. Whether your trip is for a holiday, business or special event, for a short break or a longer fly drive or escorted tour we can help you. is a small independent tour operator and for your financial protection we are licensed by the Civil Aviation Authority to provide package holidays including flights, accommodation and car hire to passengers flying from the United Kingdom. Our atol. (Air Tour Operators licence) number is We have been organising holidays specifically to Iceland for 15 years so we have a wealth of knowledge and experience vital to making sure your trip is both a safe and enjoyable one. We take care to make sure you are able to fit in as much as is comfortably possible within the time available. We have taken great care to select our partners in Iceland, hoteliers and car rental and we are confident you will be more than happy with the service they provide. Your journey will start from one of five UK airports flying Icelandair from Heathrow, Manchester and Glasgow or Iceland Express from Stansted or Gatwick. The flight duration is a comfortable 3 hours from London 2.5 hours from Manchester and 2 hours from Glasgow. There is no jet lag since Iceland operates all year round on G.M.T. which means there is no time difference in winter and only 1 hour time lag in summertime. Iceland is a great leisure or adventure travel destination whatever takes your fancy ; it's easy to get there, stunning scenery, vast open spaces to enjoy, leisurely spas and pools and is virtually free from crime, there are no political problems no unusual diseases and there are no creepy crawlies, alligators or snakes. Please read on to discover more information about Iceland, holiday itinerary ideas, hotel, flight and car hire information and then hopefully you will be ready to book your trip with us! Please don't hesitate to call and speak to us if you need any further information. Regards Gareth Gee Chief Executive. FREE Rough Guide weather proof plastic map with all fly drive holidays. Greenland Sea North North Atlantic Sea Fully Protected Holidays - The air holidays and flights shown are ATOL protected by the CAA. Our ATOL number is ATOL Protection extends primarily to customers who book and pay in the UK. -

3 3 Iceland A few facts Iceland is often referred to as "the land of fire and Ice" this is because glaciers and icecaps lie next to steaming hot springs, geysers and volcanoes. stay 3 nights Winter Break Reykjavik weekend from 499 Population: 300,000. Iceland (103,000 sq km) is similar in size to England. The majority of the population (60%) is situated in and around the capital city of Reykjavik. Currency: Iceland has its own currency the Icelandic Kronur or ISK the exchange rate hovers between 110 and 150 ISK to the pound. In September 2008 it was 150 ISK to 1.00 GBP. A beer in Iceland costs 800 ISK or 5.00, a litre of unleaded petrol costs 165 ISK or Time Zone: Iceland is on GMT all year round so in the winter period it is the same as UK but in British Summer time it is 1 hour behind. On 21st June Iceland is truly the land of the midnight sun but on 21st December the day is very short indeed.it is light almost 24 hours a day in June and dark for a similar period in December. Example Climate Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec in Reykjavik High o C Low o C Average o C Rain mm Climate: In Reykjavik which is in the south of Iceland the average temperature is 11 o C (52 o f) in summer and C (30 o f) in winter. The climate in Iceland is surprisingly mild for its northerly lattitude (66 degrees) due to the warming effect of the gulf stream. The weather is however very changeable with plenty of wind and rain so come prepared for a very mixed bag. Good shoes or boots, fleeces, rain proof coats and a good pair of sun glasses. Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May June SUNRISE 11:19 9:55 8:21 6:42 4:39 3:15 SUNSET 15:44 17:29 18:59 20:22 22:12 23:29 Month July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec SUNRISE 3:07 4:50 6:16 7:36 9:24 10:51 SUNSET 23:55 22:15 20:37 18:57 16:58 15:40 Official Language: Whilst the official language is Icelandic most Icelanders speak two or more other languages. The most common being English, Danish, Swedish and German. Hot Water. Natural hot water is piped from underground springs directly to homes and hotels in Iceland. This is used for heating and drinking water. At first you may notice an unusual smell and this is the sulphur in the water which is harmless. Iceland is on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) throughout the year, and does not go on daylight saving time. The majority of photographs in this brochure are taken by Ragnar Th. Sigurdsson and to see more of his work go to Many thanks to Ragnar.

4 4 The captal is a city full of contrast, from the bustling harbour and fishing port with its evocative smells and excellent fish restaurants, to the bustle of the modern shopping centre a short walk away There are many lovely old buildings to see in Reykjavik including the Parliament house, built in 1881, and the old Government building, which dates from the mid-eighteenth century. Both are in the old centre of Reykjavik between the harbour and the lake. Delightful cuisine There are over 80 fine restaurants in Reykjavik serving many of the countries specialty dishes. Some of the best fish in the World can be tried at the restaurants around the harbour. Reykjavik Reykjavik the most northerly capital city is the first port of call for most visitors to Iceland. This is most certainly the capital of cool with colourful buildings, clean streets and smartly dressed locals. From the University, historic and government buildings, galleries and museums to designer boutiques, shops, cafes, restaurants, bars and clubs to the family park and farmyard Zoo, Reykjavik has something for everyone. Once you have spent up in the boutiques, taken a site seeing tour and eaten at one of the town s restaurants you will be ready for the real reason for a visit to Iceland, exploring its natural beauty. Nightlife Reykjavik has a extremely active night life. The surprising variety of pubs offer a great night out and most serve meals as well as wines and beers. There are also several nightclubs, which open until 3am on Friday and Saturday nights. Other nights the nightclubs will close at 1am. "The Smokeless City", is the most northerly capital in the World. Reykjavik is a modern capital with international standard hotels and restaurants. It also has a remarkable old world charm and there are many old buildings which add to this character. Reykjavik is thought to be the cleanest capital city in the world. stay 3 nights Luxury Borg break Reykjavik weekend from 599 stay 3 nights Blue City Break Reykjavik weekend from 399 All prices printed in this brochure are for guidline purposes only and do not constitute an offer. The prices are for random departure dates and were accurate in October 2008.

5 5 Beautiful Iceland(km) value shown in brackets distance from Reykjavik Golden Circle (260 km) Drive the Golden Circle taking in the sites including Pingvellir National Park Rift Valley, the site of Iceland s first Parliament, and the point where Europe meets America at the continental Divide. Continue on to the world famous geothermal area of geysir, and then onto the majestic Gulfoss waterfall. Activities include Horse riding Skidooing on the Glacier, and river rafting. Snaefelsness (200km) On Snaefellsnes Peninsula a stunning natural landscape culminating in the spectacular glacier on Snaefellsjokull volcano. The western coastline abounds with strange rock formations and abundant birdlife, black sand beaches and quiet fishing villages. Icelandics believe that it is an area of mystical energy and power. Whale watching boats go from Olafsvik and Stkkisholmur (May - Sept) you are most likely to see bottlenose dolphins, Blue whales, Killer Whales and Humpback whales. Husavik (480 km) Husavik is located in north-eastern Iceland a pleasant 91 km from Akureyri and is the whale watching capital of Europe. From the fishing port you can take wooden whale watching boats known as good boats between May and September. You are likely to see Blue, Killer, Humpback, Fin or Minki Whales the latter being the most common. You will almost definitely see dolphins which follow the boats in the hope of a fish supper. Right on the harbour is Iceland's National Whale Museum and a nice chalet which serves hot food and drinks. From Husavik you can explore further to the Diamond Ring which includes Dettifoss Europe's mightiest waterfall, the Jokulsargljufur National Park and onto the volcanic lakes at Myvatn. Vik (187 km) Vik on the south coast of Iceland, 2 hours from Reykjavik is a great base for adventure and outdoor activities which include snowmobiling, quad bikes, super truck tours, horse riding, hiking and fishing. Discover the South Shore, viewing the spectacular Skogafoss waterfall, Myrdalsjokull glacier for skidooing, dog sledding, and the black beaches around Iceland including Reynisdrangar which in 1991 was voted one of the ten best beaches in the world. Also worth the visit is the country's southernmost point, Dyrholaey, where thousands of puffins nest every summer. Hofn (459 km) Hofn the principal port town in eastern Iceland sits beneath Vatnajokull Europes biggest icecap. It is a pretty town with access to numerous amenities. The main attraction has to be the Vatnajokull Icecap. There are many routes up onto the Vatnajokull Icecap; the easiest is up the road on the broad glacier spur, Skalafellsjokull. This excursion is a real Polarstyle expedition. There are many 4 Wheel drive tours commencing from the town of Hofn up to the glaciers. Hofn remains a thriving fishing town. Egilsstadir (654 km) Located in eastern Iceland, Egilsstadir provides an ideal place to meander through the fjords and visit the small communities that are dotted about. The beautiful town of Egilsstadir provides a heaven as an overnight stop with some fine restaurants and cafes. Visit the Icelandic Forest or take a cruise on Lake Largaflot. Akureyri (389 km) The "Capital of the North" is located on the shores of Eyjafjordur Iceland's longest fjord lies Akureyri Iceland's second city with a population of 15,000. The town is dominated by its twospired Cathedral and has a good selection of restaurants, bars, cafes and boutiques. Popular attractions to visit include the National History Museum which boasts a collection of stuffed Icelandic birds, fish and mammals. The swimming pool is one of the best in Iceland and is open long and convenient hours. In a addition to the fabulous pool it has saunas, Jacuzzi's, tennis courts and a solarium. Close to Akureyri in the area known as Jadarsvollir there is the worlds northern most 18 hole golf course. In the height of summer with the benefit of 24 hours of daylight you can play around the clock. Isafjordur (457 km) The Western Fjords are one of the most breathtakingly beautiful and least visited corners of Iceland. The Western Fjords form the most westerly part of Iceland and geologically are very old. The mountains are high and the coastline indented by deep narrow fjords. At the foot of the cliffs you can see seals basking in the sun and whales are often seen off shore. There is an area of hot springs near Reykjanes at the south eastern end of Isafjordur. The town is surrounded by mountains and the sea.

6 6 More to explore Hella (94 km) Hella in South Iceland 100 Km from Reykjavik provides a perfect base to visit the regions attractions which are Landmannalaugar, Porsmork and Hekla nature reserves. The Ranga River is a top spot for salmon fishing and river rafting. Blue Lagoon (52 km) Grindavik is another quaint fishing village but it is more famous for the local attraction of Blue Lagoon located nearby. The Blue Lagoons natural hot mineral water is an offshoot of the nearby geothermal power station. This produces a not to miss Geothermal spa which is the perfect way to treat body and soul. Relaxing in the warm (37-39 C) geothermal seawater in a fascinating steamy environment is a one-of-a-kind experience. The Blue Lagoon is open every day, year round. Myvatn (480 km) Myvatn lies in the northeast of Iceland on the western edge of the volcanic active zone that runs across the country from southwest to northeast. The natural beauty of Myvatn and its surroundings is unique and has been sculpted by volcanic eruptions through the ages. The lake is one of the largest in Iceland, 36.6 km 2 and renowned for wildlife. In addition to two swimming pools, there are numerous bathing possibilities in Myvatnssveit. The most interesting one is the Lagoon, which is similar to the Blue Lagoon in Sudurnes, and for rinsing off the clay afterwards there is a natural steambath in Jardbadsholer. Myvatn is one of the best fishing lakes in Iceland and the bird life in the Myvatn area is world-famous. Blonduos (244 km) Blönduós is a small seaside town in the north-western part of Iceland. Approximately 1000 people live in the town. The Blönduós region is known for its textile museum, a Romanesque stone church at Thingeyrar, and for excellent fishing spots. The Blanda River, which divides the town in two parts, is one of the best rivers for salmon fishing in Iceland. The region also has many small lakes with a lot of trout. The fishing season begins in June and finishes in September. Other interests include bird watching, canoeing, golfing, hiking, kayaking, and river rafting. Golfers can enjoy a 9-hole golf course which is located just north of the town. Husafell (140km) Husafell is a lovely, wooded lava area with a nice swimming pool, sauna, and a 9 hole golf course, horse rental, organized walks and longer tours, such as glacier excursions and lava cave trips can be booked locally. The area also offers some excellent hiking with trails leading off into the Husafellsskogur forest. One of the main sites is the Hallmundarhraun lavafield which was formed when magma poured out from underneath the northwestern edge of the Langjokull and entered the Hvita, you are able to walk on the lava. The nearby Langjokull Glacier is a great location for skidooing. Skaftafell (327 km) Skaftafell is Iceland's second largest National Park after Pingvellir. It lies in the so-called Glacier Country, a remote but attractive part of the south. The park covers an area of about 1,600 sq km which spreads over three valley glaciers of Skeidararjokull, Morsárjökull and Skaftafellsjökull on the southern fringes of Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier ice-cap. Founded in 1956, the park is one of the nation's distinctive natural attractions of extravagant beauty. (km) value shown in brackets distance from Reykjavik A stay 4 nights Hotel Ranga Country Retreat from 686

7 7 Fly-Drive Holidays Reykjavik Weekend Break package one Trip distance = 350 km (218 miles) Day 1. Fly to Keflavik. Transfer by Fly Bus to Reykjavik Hotel. Stay 3 nights in Reykjavik. Day 2. Time for site seeing such as Golden Circle Tour and Reykjavik City Tour. Day 3. Blue Lagoon and Whale Watching before flight home. A fly drive tour in Iceland is the perfect choice of holiday for those who enjoy travelling independently and at their own pace. Travelling in Iceland by car is both enjoyable and interesting on the country's unfrequented roads with magnificent scenery. Golden Circle Tour Reyjkjavik Weekend are based 3 nights stay flying Thursday - Sunday or Friday Monday from Heathrow, Friday to Monday from Manchester and Thursday to Sunday from Glasgow. Other variations are possible subject to Icelandair timetables. package two Golden Circle typical Fly drive itinerary. Trip distance = 350 km (218 miles) Day 1. Fly to Keflavik from Heathrow, Manchester or Glasgow. Collect rental car from Keflavik airport desk and drive to Hotel in Reykjavik, perhaps stopping on the way to bath in the Blue Lagoon which is 10 minutes from the airport. Or transfer to Reykjavik using Fly Bus. Stay 2 nights in Reyjavik chosen hotel. Day 2. Spend day at Leisure. Day 3. Drive the Golden Circle. Then on selected hotel and stay 2 nights. Day 4. Day at Leisure. Day 5. Drive to Reykjavik or a hotel near the Blue Lagoon for the last night of your stay. Day 6. Drive to Keflavik airport or take Flybus for flight home as scheduled package three Reykjavik to Snaefelsness Twin centre Trip distance = 750km (468 miles) Reykjavik and Snaefelsness Twin centre 7 nights. What's included; 1. Return international flights from choice of four UK airports. 2. Rental car including all necessary insurance and unlimited mileage. 3. Pre booked accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis. 4. Free Rough Guide all weather map of Iceland with all fly drives. 5. DVD how to drive in Iceland to watch before you go. Day 1. Arrive at Keflavik. Collect rental car or transfer by fly bus. Stay 2 or 3 nights in Reykjavik. Day 2. Time for a city site seeing tour and leisure time. Day 3. Drive the Golden Circle. Then onwards to Hveragerdi. Choice to return to Reykjavik for third night or stay in a hotel at Hveragerdi. Day 4. Drive along the coast road in a westerly direction passing under the Hvalfjordur and then onto Snaefelsness Peninsula via Borgarnes. Stay 3 nights in a hotel in Snaefelsness. Day 5. Explore Snaefellsnes. (optional skidoo ride on Glacier) Day 6. Go whale watching trip into the Atlantic from Olafsvik Harbour best chance to see big whales. Day 7. Drive back towards Reykjavik stay in Reykjavik or in a hotel close to the Blue Lagoon. Day 8. Fly home to UK from Keflavik International airport Key trip distances are based on car pick up at Keflavik airport and include the Golden circle + the principle route but do not include detours. Reservations Z stay 4 nights Frost & Fire Golden Circle from 569 All prices printed in this brochure are for guidline purposes only and do not constitute an offer. The prices are for random departure dates and were accurate in October 2008.

8 8 Fly-Drive Holidays package four Reykjavik / Husavik Twin centre Trip distance = 1310km (818 miles) Reykjavik and Husavik Twin centre 8 nights 9 days Day 1. Arrive at Keflavik. Collect rental car or transfer by fly bus. Stay 2 nights in Reykjavik. Day 2. Time for a city site seeing tour and leisure time. Day 3. Drive the Golden Circle. Then in the late afternoon drive west towards Snaefellsnes and stay en route to Husavik. Day 4. Drive on the Island ring road north to Akureyri. Stay 3 nights in either Akureyri, Husavik or Myvatn. Day 5. Time to explore the wonders of this region. Whale Watching trip from Husavik. Day 6. Explore more of The Diamond Ring of Husavik - Dettifoss Europe's mightiest waterfall - The Jokulsargljufur National Park and Lake Myvatn. Day 7. More time to discover the north, drive back towards Reykjavik. Stay 1 night en route. Day 8. Continue journey to Reykjavik and stay in town or close to airport and the Blue Lagoon Day 9. Fly home to UK Reykjavik and South Coast twin centre package five Trip distance = 613 km (383 miles) Reykjavik and South Coast Twin centre 7 nights, 8 days. Day 1. Arrive at Keflavik. Collect rental car or transfer by fly bus. Stay 2 nights in Reykjavik. Day 2. Time for a city site seeing tour and leisure time, optional Whale Watching. Day 3. Drive the Golden Circle. Then onwards to Hveragerdi. Stay in a hotel at Hveragerdi. Day 4. Drive east along the south coast, towards Vik. Stay 3 nights in Vik. Day 5. Time to discover the area around Vik. Visit Dyrholaey headland where thousands of puffins nest every summer. Optional tours available. Day 6. Head further along the coast to Kirkjubaejarklaustur, the Skaftafell National Park and then Vatnajokull glacier. Optional tours available. Day 7. Return to Reykjavik Day 8. Fly home to UK. Western Iceland Snaefellsnes & Isafjordur twin centre package six Trip distance = 1096 km (685miles) Snaefellsnes & Western Fjords 10 nights 11 days. Day 1. Arrive Keflavik. Collect rental car/or transfer by fly bus. Stay 2 nights in Reykjavik Day 2. Spend day in town or drive the Golden Circle. Then onwards to Hveragerdi. Return to Reykjavik Day 3. Drive along the coast road in a westerly direction onto Snaefellsnes Peninsula via Borgarnes. Stay 3 nights in a hotel in Snaefellsnes. Day 4. Explore Snaefellsnes. (optional skidoo ride on Glacier) Day 5. Go whale watching trip into the Atlantic from Olafsvik Harbour best chance to see big whales. Day 6. Take boat with your car from Stykkisholmur in the early morning which stops on the way at Flatey Island to the south shore of the western fjords. Boat arrives at midday. Drive on to Isafjordur and stay 3 nights. Day 7. Explore the majestic western fjords. Day 8. Day at leisure Day 9. Drive back towards Reykjavik and stay one night in the area of Borgarfjordur at Reykholt or Glymur. Day 10. Drive to Reykjavik and stay last night in town or near the airport and Blue Lagoon. Day 11. Fly home to UK A stay 7 nights Blue Iceland fly drive any Twin centre from 799

9 9 Fly-Drive Holidays package seven Interior adventure 10 nights 11 days. Traverse Iceland via Hot Springs inc. Golden Circle, Hveravellir, Husavik Trip distance = 900 km (562 miles) Day 1. Arrive Keflavik. Collect rental car or transfer by fly bus. Stay 2 nights in Reykjavik Day 2. Time for a city site seeing tour and leisure time. Day 3. Drive the Golden Circle. Then in the late afternoon drive west towards Snaefellsnes and stay en route to Husavik. Day 4. Drive on the Island ring road north to Akureyri. Stay 3 nights in either kureyri, Husavik or Myvatn. Day 5. Time to explore the wonders of this region. Optional Tours available Day 6. Explore more of The Diamond Ring of Husavik Day 7. Drive to Blonduos and change car in Akureyri to 4x4 suitable for interior crossing. Stay the night prior to crossing in Blonduos or Saudarkrokur. Day 8. Drive across the interior of Iceland via highway 35 stopping to bathe in the hot springs at Hveravellir. The route passes between the 2 glaciers of Langjokull and Hofsjokull and continues to Gulfoss and Geysir. Stay 2 nights in one of the Golden Circle hotels near to Geysir, or Hveragerdi. Day 9. Day at leisure. Day 10. Return to Rekjavik and stay last night in town or near the airport and Blue Lagoon Day 11. Fly home to UK. Eastern Iceland Flying Tour. package eight Trip distance = 950 km (593 miles) For those wishing to explore Eastern Iceland but who don t want the long return drive back we can offer a combination of a fly-drive and flytour holiday to make the most of your time in Eastern Iceland. This involves taking an internal flight at the beginning of your holidays from Reykjavik to Egilsstadir in the east. The emphasis is on spending a maximum of 2 nights in the south and a longer duration given to you in the east of Iceland. The following itinerary example can be reduced or increased as you wish. We recommend a minimum 7 night stay. Flying Tour 8 nights 9 days Day 1. Fly to Iceland from UK take fly bus and stay 1 night in Reykjavik. Day 2-4.Take internal flight from Reykjavik to Egilsstadir. Collect a car rental from airport. Stay 3 nights in Eastern Iceland based in Egilsstadir and enjoy the charm that the East has to offer. Day 5-6. Drive south to the harbour town of Hofn and stay 2 nights. Day 7. Drive along the South Coast past sites such as the iceberg lagoon at Jokulsarlon and Skaftafell National park then on to Vik where you will stay 1 night. Day 8. Drive back to Reykjavik and stay 1 night at the blue lagoon to round off the holiday. Day 9. Return to Keflavik ready for return flight home. * This package is based upon internal flight on your outward journey, however it can be done in reverse if preferred. Key trip distances are based on car pick up at Keflavik airport and include the Golden circle + the principle route but do not include detours. G stay 10 nights 4x4 fly drive Interior Adventure from 1346 C stay 7 nights Fly East drive back Eastern Iceland from 989

10 10 Fly-Drive Holidays Iceland Circular Tour - 14 nights package nine Trip distance = 1904 km (1190 miles) Day 1. Fly to Iceland from UK airport. Collect car rental and drive to Reykjavik time to visit The Blue Lagoon on the way. Or transfer to town by Fly Bus. Stay 2 nights in Reykjavik central hotel. Day 2. Time for a city site seeing tour and perhaps a little shopping. Day 3. Drive the Golden Circle route and take in the sites including Pingvellir National Park ( site of Old Icelandic Parliament ), the geothermal pools, the famous Geyser and the majestic Gulfoss waterfalls. Drive on to Hveragerdi location of Hydroponics greenhouses. Stay 1 night in a hotel in Hveragerdi or return for 3rd night in Reykjavik. Day 4. Drive along the coast west to Snaefellsnes. Explore the Snaefellsnes Peninsula and Snaefelljokull galcier. Stay 2 nights. Whale watching from Olafsvik Day 5. Time for Whale Watching and perhaps a glacier snow mobile tour or bird watching at Arnastapi sea cliffs. Day 6. Drive north on the ring road clockwise to The Northern capital of Akureyri and stay 3 nights in Akureyri, Husavik or Myvatn. Day 7.. Explore the Diamond Ring of Husavik, Joulsargljufur National Park, Dettifoss waterfall and Lake Myvatn. Optional Whale Watching in Husavik. Day 8. Day at Leisure visit the Myvatn lagoon to bathe in geothermal spring waters. Day 9. Drive across desert moonscape and the highland plateau to Egillstadir Husavik to Egilsstadir is 220 km. Stay 1 night in Egilsstadir by lake Lagarfljot. Day 10. Drive south through the spectacular Eastern Fjords where towering terraced mountains plunge vertically into the ocean and on to the town of Hofn in Hornafjordur a gateway to the south coast. Optional visits; Petra's stone collection, boat tour to Papey Island. Road distance Egilsstadir to Hofn 247 km. Day 11. Drive along the coast road to the shimmering icebergs and still milky waters of Jokulsarlon glacial lagoon before continuing to Skaftafell National Park. Sat 1 night in Skaftafell or drive a little further and stay in the picturesque village of Kirkjubaejarklaustur. Optional Jeep tour to Vatnajokull glacier, boat tour on the glacial lagoon, glacier hike in Skaftafell area. Road distance Hofn to Skaftafell 136km, Hofn to Kirkjubaejarklaustur 201 km. Day 12. Drive to Vik and discover the black sand beaches, Dyrholaey headland, Skogafoss, Myrdalsjokull Glacier. Stay 2 nights in Vik or drive a little further to Hella. Day 13. Relax and enjoy the wonderful south coast scenery and perhaps go skidooing on the glacier, quad biking or a leisurely walk along the beach. Day 14. Return to Reykjavik and stay the last night in town or near the airport and the Blue Lagoon dependant on the time of return flight. Day 15. Fly home to UK. Around Iceland in a week package ten Trip distance = 1707 km (1066 miles) Around Iceland in a week 7 nights 8 days (Circuit of Iceland) Day 1.Arrive Collect car rental /or transfer to town by Fly Bus. Stay 2 nights in Reykjavik. Day 2.Drive the Golden Circle route. Return to Reykjavik via Hveragerdi location of Hydroponics. Day 3. Drive north on the ring road clockwise to Akureyri and stay 1 night in Akureyri, Husavik or Myvatn. Day 4. Explore the Diamond Ring (Optional Whale Watching in Husavik). Late afternoon evening drive across desert moonscape and the highland plateau to Egillstadir. Stay 1 night in Egilsstadir. Day 5.. Drive south through the spectacular Eastern Fjords to the town of Hofn. Many optional tours available. Afternoon drive along the coast road to the Jokulsarlon glacial lagoon continuing to Skaftafell National Park. Stay 1 night in Skaftafell or Kirkjubaejarklaustur. (Optional Jeep tours available). Day 6. Drive to Vik. Stay 1 night in Vik or drive a little further to Hella. Day 7. Return to Reykjavik and stay in town or near the airport and the Blue Lagoon. Day 8. Fly home to UK. The above circular route can be reduced down to 10 nights or increased to 17 nights which includes the western fjords. The itineraries of these tours are detailed on the web site and are called Reykjavik & Extended touring 10 nights, Iceland Grand Tour (inc detour by ferry to Western Fjords) 17 nights. D stay 14 nights Family Adventure Iceland circuit from 1559 All prices printed in this brochure are for guidline purposes only and do not constitute an offer. The prices are for random departure dates and were accurate in October Z stay 8 nights A WEEK Around Iceland from 1181

11 11 Escorted Tours (all transport provided) Non driving holidays include flights from UK, fly bus transfer to hotel and escorted coach travel during your stay. For Reykjavik based holidays excursions will be day tours and longer multi stay tours include coach transfers between hotels. Weekend Break (4 Days 3 Nights) (INCLUSIVE- Flights, Flybus transfers too and from International Airport, Blue Lagoon and Golden Day 1- Arrive Iceland, Flybus transfer from Airport to your hotel Day 2 - Reykjavik and Blue Lagoon Tour. Explore the capital city of Reykjavik at your own pace take in the worlds oldest parliament, the modern church Hallgrimskirja, and the vibrant streets. Evening departure to The Blue Lagoon at 18:00, 4 hour tour where you can relax in it s rejuvenating geothermal water. Day 3 - Tour departs at 09:00 for the Golden Circle. This tour takes you to some of the must see sights of Iceland. Visit the Gullfoss waterfall (One of Iceland s most magnificent waterfalls). The erupting springs in the Geysir area. Plus visit the Pingvellir National Park where the worlds oldest parliament was founded. Day 4 - Depart Iceland Flybus transfer back to International airport Escorted Tour stay 12 nights Grand Countryside Tour of Iceland from 2099 Escorted Tour stay 8 nights Wonders of South Iceland from 1199 Wonders of South Iceland (5 nights or 7 nights) This is the ideal escorted break and includes Reykjavik, Blue Lagoon, Golden Circle and South Iceland Highlights. Holiday includes ; Return flights from UK, flybus transfers to and from airport, escorted coach travel as route described, 5-7 nights hotel b&b, entrance fee to Blue Lagoon and Folk Museum Day 1- Arrive Iceland, Flybus to accommodation in Reykjavik Day 2- Golden Circle. This tour takes you to some of the must see sights of Iceland. Visit the Gullfoss waterfall. The erupting springs in the Geysir area. Plus visit the Pingvellir National Park where the worlds oldest parliament was founded. Arriving at accommodation late afternoon x 3 nights Day 3- South shore, journey to Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls. Also a visit to the Folk Museum in Skogar. Travel on towards Vik and discover the black sands and walk up the Solheimajokull glacier Day 4- Pjorsardalur, drive through pasture land and valleys to the village of Burfell passing the hydro-electric power station. Driving past Iceland s most active volcano, Hekla. Finally visit the beautiful gorge Gjain and the Hjalparfoss waterfall. Day 5- Return to Reykjavik. Explore the capital city of Reykjavik at your own pace Evening departure to The Blue Lagoon at 18:00, 4 hour tour where you can relax in its rejuvenating geothermal water. Day 6 Return home Grand Countryside Tour (12 Days) (INCLUSIVE- Flights, Flybus transfers, All boat trips, Half Board, accommodation Reykjavik) Circle Day tours) Arrive Iceland 1 nights stay 3 nights Reykjavik Break inc. 2 Daytours from 599 accommodation in Reykjavik before start of 12 day tour Tour Day 1- Reykjavik- Borgarfjodur Visit Gullfoss, Geysir and the Pingvellir National Park. 3 nights stay Borgarfjordur Day 2- Snafellsness. Tour of Snafellsness Peninsula Day 3- Stykkisholmur Visit town of Stykkisholmur, Boat trip Day 4- Eyjafjordur- Pingeyjarsysla Hranfossar and Reykholt Waterfalls, overnight accommodation in Eyjafjordur area x 3nights. Day 5- Eyjafjordur Morning in Akureyri, Hrisey boat trip. Day 6- Godafoss- Myvatn Godafoss waterfall, lake Myvatn, climb up rim of the ash carter Hverfjall Day 7- Dettifoss- Fjotsdasherad Tjornes Peninsula dettifoss waterfall saty in Egilsstadir x 3 nights Day 8- Fljotsdalur- Seydisfjordur Tour around Lake Logurinn. Hengifoss (Iceland s highest Waterfall) Day 9- Borgarfjordur- Eystri Explore the area Day 10- Fljotdalsherad-Skaftafell Boat trip on Vatnajokull lagoon 2xnights in Skaftafell Day 11- Skatafell Day 12- Skftafell- Reykjavik Return to Reykjavik Day 13- Flybus transfer to Airport

12 12 Greenland s beautiful East coast Flight Tours Hotel Angmagssalik Hotel Angmagssalik, Greenland s most established tourist hotel is renowned for its magnificent location, overlooking a picturesque town, sheltered fjord and majestic mountains.the hotel is fully modernised, yet retains its friendly, informal style. Visiting Greenland, one of the World s harshest but most beautiful countries, is a thrilling adventure and a unique experience which leaves the visitor spellbound. So why not tie it in with your trip to Iceland, making the whole experience one BIG adventure! The holidays include return flights from Reykjavik to Greenland, airport taxes and accommodation. 8 hour day tour Greenland, Kulusuk 8 hour day tour from 299 p/p Reservations Take 2 hour flight from Reykjavik to Kulusuk on the East coast of Greenland Here you are in the home of the Ammassalik Inuit. Guides will escort you from the airport to the engaging village Kulusuk. Once at the village you can meet the 360 local residents and view their quality crafts. Weather permitting; you ll be treated to kayaking demonstrations and an ancient drum dance reflective of the indigenous culture. On your return flight back to Reykjavik you ll enjoy a spectacular view over huge glaciers and floating icebergs (weather permitting). 2 night hotel package Greenland, Ammassalik 2 night package from 699 p/p Day 1 Take 2 hour flight from Reykjavik to Kulusuk on the East coast of Greenland Here you will get the 10 minute helicopter ride to Ammassalik. The short journey will take you over the ice-filled sea separating mountainous islands. Stay the night at Hotel Ammassalik Day 2 Explore the town of Ammassalik and its surrounding area. Ammassalik lies just south of the Arctic Circle and boasts long hours of daylight in the summer and the splendour of the northern lights in the winter. It is also the largest village on the east coast. Stay in Hotel Ammassalik for your final night Day 3 Return to Iceland

13 13 Iceland Internal Flying Tours Save valuable time on your vacation! A Flying tour gives you the chance to get to the part of Iceland you most want to see quicker and easier, therefore giving you the extra time and opportunity to fly directly to Iceland s impressive nature without time consuming car drives. Flying tour holidays include return international flights from the UK, internal flights, car hire and accommodation. Western Fjords, fly to Isafjordur. The Western Fjords are the most remote area of Iceland and are a paradise for nature enthusiasts. This area can now be easily accessed by flying directly from Reykjavik to Isafjordur. The Western Fjords are one of the most breathtakingly beautiful and least visited corners of Iceland. Northern Iceland, fly to Akureyri. In this region of diverse and incredible natural beauty you will find something on offer for all ages. Akureyri, the capital of the North, offers all necessary services to travelers.. Visit Husavik Iceland's home of Whale watching and the location of the Icelandic Whale Museum. Visit Lake Myvatn where you will find active volcanoes, steam spouts, bubbling clay and Sulphur pits, not forgetting the Norths very own Blue Lagoon; the breathtaking nature baths. There is also the waterfalls of Godafoss and Dettifoss, the latter Europe's mightiest! Eastern Iceland fly to Egilsstadir. Eastern Iceland is regarded by many Icelandics to be the most beautiful region Iceland has to offer. It is true that the great variety of landscape seen with its snow-topped, craggy peaks, spectacular fjords and a wealth of beautiful waterfalls is not to be missed by any keen photographer. The East is an undiscovered realm of wonder and beauty, offering many great opportunities for hiking. Seydisfjordur is the principal port of East Iceland. The drive from Egilsstadir to Hofn along the Eastern Fjords could be described as the fly drive of your life. Isafjordur Flying Tour 5 nights 6 days Adventure to the North Day 1. Fly to Iceland from UK take fly bus and stay 1 night in Reykjavik. Day 2. Take internal flight from Reyjavik to Akureyri. Collect a car rental from airport. Stay in Akureyri for the night and explore what it has to offer Day 3. Drive to Myvatn and explore the Geothermal Mud Holes, Lava sculptures and the active volcano Krafla. In the evening soak it all up with a plunge into the Geothermal Nature Baths. Day 4. Drive north towards the fishing village of Husavik via Europe s mightiest waterfall, Dettifoss. Stay the night in Husavik. Day 5. Drive back to Akureyri and take return flight to Reykjavik and stay one night to round off the holiday Day 6. Take fly bus back to Keflavik for return flight home. Places of Interest: Akureyri, Husavik, Myvatn, Askja, Dettifoss, Asbyrgi Flying Tour 5 nights 6 days Adventure to the East Day 1. Fly to Iceland from UK take fly bus and stay 1 night in Reykjavik. Day 2. Take internal flight from Reyjavik to Egilsstadir. Collect a car rental from airport. Stay the night in Egilsstadir Day 3. Drive to Seydisfjordur; the cultural centre of the Eastern Fjords. Explore the little fishing port and hike its surrounding areas. Visit Hallormsstadur, Icelands largest Forest. Stay the night in Egilsstadir. Day 4. Walk to Hengifoss, Iceland s third tallest waterfall. Take an evening stroll by Lagarfljot, the longest lake in Iceland. Stay the night in Egilsstadir. Day 5. Take return flight to Reykjavik and stay one night to round off the holiday Day 6. Take fly bus back to Keflavik for return flight home. Places of Interest: Egilsstadir, Seydisfjordur, Hallormsstadur, Hengifoss, Lagarfljot A stay 5 nights Flying Tours Adventure North, East or West from 899 Flying Tour 5 nights 6 days Adventure to the West Day 1. Fly to Iceland from UK take fly bus and stay 1 night in Reykjavik. Day 2. Take internal flight from Reyjavik to Isafjordur. Collect a car rental from airport. Day 3. Spend the day exploring Isafjordur and take a drive to the SE end of Isafjordjup to the hot springs. Stay the night in Isafjordur. Day 4. Take a drive and explore the nature of the Fjords; with basking seals and Whales off shore. Stay the night in Isafjordur. Day 5. Take return flight to Reykjavik and stay one night to round off the holiday Day 6. Take fly bus back to Keflavik for return flight home. Places of Interest: Isafjordur, Isafjardjup, the beautiful scenery and nature!! North, West and East Iceland offers a multitude of exciting nature experiences year round along with good opportunities to practice adventure sport. Here you ll find everything from Icelandic horses, birds and whales to sites for skiing, golfing and river rafting.!!

14 4 Blue Lagoon the Ultimate Spa The Blue Lagoon is conveniently located 15 minutes from the international airport and 40 minutes from Reykjavik. The Blue Lagoon escorted tours described below are suitable for those staying in Reykjavik. The tours include hotel pick up and Blue Lagoon entrance fee. If you have hired a rental car as part of your holiday you can drive to the blue lagoon and the entry fee 1400 ISK = 12. There are various other spa treatments and massage available at extra cost. We offer accommodation convenient for the Blue Lagoon at The Northern Light Inn, Grindavik or the Lagoon Lodge, Vogar (see map). The Blue Lagoon is open all year round. Relaxing Blue Lagoon The Blue Lagoon geothermal spa is the ultimate way to treat body and soul. Relax in the 37 degree geothermal seawater in a fascinating steamy environment. The unique ingredients of minerals, salts, algae and white silica mud leave you feeling remarkably rejuvinated. This is the magical effect of the ultimate natural spa. The Blue Lagoon was created when hot water from the nearby "Svartsengi" geothermal power plant that formed due to heat exchange was discharged into the adjacent lava field. The Blue Lagoon is a unique wonder of nature, a pool of natural mineral rich geothermal seawater in the middle of a lava field. The lagoon is rich in a unique natural combination of minerals. Bluegreen algae and white Silica mud form a light natural sediment on the bottom of the lagoon and give the lagoon its soft, milky, aquamarine colour. Arrival via Blue Lagoon What better way to start your Iceland adventure than bathing in the famous Blue Lagoon to soothe and refresh body and soul after a flight? Passengers arriving at Keflavik Airport have the option of taking a special fly bus to the nearby Blue Lagoon, before heading off for Reykjavik. Departs Keflavik airport 1630 departs Blue Lagoon 1845 stay 3 nights Blue Lagoon Spa Break from 399 (Includes transfers and blue lagoon entry) The late morning tour to the Blue Lagoon s relaxing calm. Perfect tour for departing holidaymakers. The shuttle bus runs straight to the Keflavik Airport for passengers with late afternoon flights. Massages available for an additional fee. Depart:Daily 11:00 Duration: 4 Hours Blue Lagoon Evening Tour (Includes transfers and blue lagoon entry) A perfect way to relax at the end of the day. Enjoy the peaceful, tranquil, and even romantic evening at the blue lagoon. After the relaxing bathe there is time for a meal in the blue lagoon restaurant (not included in tour price) Depart: 18:00 Duration: 4 hours Blue Lagoon coach tours pick up from your hotel in Reykjavik or a nearby preselected pick up point. Reservations All prices printed in this brochure are for guidline purposes only and do not constitute an offer. The prices are for random departure dates and were accurate in October 2008.

15 15 Escorted Tours from Reykjavik For those on a Reykjavik City based holiday not wishing to drive we offer a range of escorted site seeing coach and jeep tours. The Tours are operated by Reykjavik Excursions (unless otherwise stated) who are Icelands leading organiser of day tours since The tours pick up from most central Reykjavik hotels and are staffed by professional tour guides speaking various languages. The following are a few of the most popular tours and the prices stated are subject to change. A wider range of day tours are available on request. The Golden Circle South Shore Adventue Mystical Snaefellsnes Cruise (Bus fare, guide, admission to Geysir museum) Encounter a cross-section of Iceland s natural wonders, geology and history. See the world famous Geysir geothermal area, the volcanic crater Kerio, Iceland s spectacular Gullfoss waterfall, and finally the Thingvellir National park Depart: Daily 09:00 Duration: 8 Hours (Bus fare and Guidance) This tour is ideal for nature lovers of all kinds. See lush farmland, striking waterfalls, sandy coastline, glaciers and quaint little villages and towns. Stop around lunchtime at the village of Vik, with the black sand coastline. A truly fulfilling experience. A great way to spend the day Depart: Daily 09:00 Duration: 10 Hours (Bus fare Guidance and Boat tour) Witness the mysterious Snaefellsnes Peninsular, Sail on the Breioafjorour bay known for its stunning beauty, Stykkisholmur village, Olafsvik village and the Arnarstapi roack formations. A must see location for nature lovers. Depart: June-August Monday, Friday and Sunday 08:00 Duration: Hours Gullfoss and Geysir Direct 60 (Bus fare and Guidance) An afternoon tour taking in the spectacular Gullfoss Golden Falls waterfall, the largest waterfall in Europe. Geysir Hotspring area of sprouting springs where various formations and appearances are witnessed, finally in the summer time visit the Thingvellier national park which is seeped in history. Depart: Daily Duration: 6 Hours Northern Lights Evening Tour 48 (Bus fare and Guidance) The Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular beautiful and enchanting of natures phenomenon. To look skywards on a crisp clear night and see these giant curtains of coloured light weaving and swaying, gliding and flowing gracefully across the northerly skies is pure magic. The Northern Lights can be seen when certain weather conditions are fulfilled, usually during crispy cold and very still late autumn and winter evenings. Sightings of course are not guaranteed. Depart: Daily in Season Duration: 2-3 Hours stay 4 nights Red Reykjavik break inc 3 Escorted day tours from 969

16 16 Adventure activities Whale Watching 3 hours 40 6 hours 90 The best locations for whale watching are in the west at Snaefellsnes or at the northern town of Husavik. For short city breaks boats also go whale watching from Reykjavik and Hafnarfjordur. Fishing With 100 salmon rivers and countless rivers and lakes for trout fishing, Iceland is the place that most fishermen wish to visit. Its internationally acclaimed stock management programmes make good catches possible. The country is a unique combination of a modern society with vast areas of unspoilt and sparsely populated countryside. Fishermen, therefore, have a wide choice of places to fish with comfortable lodges and facilities close at hand. All the main rivers can be reached by road and/or frequent domestic air services. River Rafting (Includes Safety equipment, and guidance) A fun experience and great way to be with the nature that Iceland has plenty to offer. There are many areas which offer river rafting close to Reykjavik. A good introduction to this exhilaration extreme activity. Available- All year (Weather permitting) 4x4 Super-Jeep - from 150 per person (Includes- dependant on tour operator and car) A great way to explore Iceland is by Super Jeep. An eight hour tour encompassing the Golden Circle with pick up and drop off at your hotel. Also Hire companies allowing you to hire your own jeep and explore the rugged land. Prices vary dependant on number of people and tour operator. Available- All year, Weather permitting. The Northern Lights (evening tours from 50) (Bus fare, Guidance, Icelandic Kleina, Hot Chocolate) The northern Lights are a spectacular natural phenomenon, which appear during the winter months across the Artic Sky. Also known as the Aurora Borealis. Tours are weather permitting as the lights can only be seen when certain weather conditions are fulfilled, dry crisp cold clear still evenings. Available-October-April Friday, Saturday and Sunday 20:30 Weather Permitting Tours leave from Reykjavik, Snaefellsness and Husavik. For big whale sightings the northern tours departing from Snaefellsness and Husavik are best. Sightings of the magnificent Blue whale are best through the summer months. 3 hour trip from Reykjavik hour trips from Snafellsness and Husavik 90 Available- late April through to early September Skidooing Skidoo trips are available in the right weather conditions at Skidoo trips are available in the right weather conditions at Landjokull, Snaefellsjokull and Vatnajokull (jokull means icecap) all are within day trip driving distance of Reykjavik. A 2 Hour skidoo experience will start from 60 per adult and 45 per child. Longer glacier expeditions are available especially at Vatnajokull the largest icecap. Available all year round Horse riding What better way to explore the beautiful countryside than by Icelandic horse which are world famous for their glorious mane and unique fifth trot. There are numerous stables close to Reykjavik. There are also many tours which involve bare back horse riding. Tours include the provision of suitable safety equipment Available all year round All prices printed in this brochure are for guidline purposes only and do not constitute an offer. The prices are for random departure dates and were accurate in October Reservations Z stay 4 nights Glacier Adventure inc. Skidoo Tour from 759 stay 3 nights Super Jeep day Adventure (8 hrs) from 599

17 17 FLY to the U.S via Iceland Iceland & U.S.A Combine a holiday to the U.S.A with Iceland experiencing two exciting destinations within one holiday. Both locations can offer you a wide range of memorable experiences with many exhilarating adventures just around the corner. This versatile trip allows you the best of both worlds entirely at your discretion. STOP OVER IN ICELAND Stay up to three nights on your outbound or inbound trip to America. We recommend staying the first night in the unique Blue Lagoon, a geothermal spa. Then two nights on your return in the stunning city of Reykjavik, the most northerly capital in the world. Take in the dramatic sights of the Golden Circle which include the popular Gulfoss waterfall and the world famous geothermal area of Geysir. A truly magnificent experience. DAY 1: Fly from the UK to Iceland, Stay one night at the Northern Light Inn. DAY 2: Visit the Blue Lagoon, fly on to the USA. DAY 3-5: USA (Four nights stay in BOSTON The gateway to Massachusetts and one of the oldest cities in America. Boston is the state capital and is a romantic place with narrow streets and fine restaurants. Take the 2.5 mile Freedom Trail which links 16 iconic sights in American History. Catch a fun boat trip up the Harbor or enjoy one of many world class museums. Compact and walkable this place offers much to do and see. EXAMPLE ITINERARY DAY 6: DAY 7: DAY 8: DAY 9: New York or Boston). Overnight flight to Iceland. Stay two nights in Reykjavik. Golden Circle day tour. Return flight to UK. NEW YORK Arrive in the bustling cosmopolitan city of the Big Apple. Where boredom never strikes, fulfill your time exploring one of the most famous places in the world. Climb the Empire State Building and marvel at the New York skyline, take the Staton Island ferry over to Brooklyn and see the Statue of Liberty. Stroll through Central Park and pay tribute to the vast destruction of the twin towers that is now Ground Zero. Check out Times Square and stroll along Broadway. SKIING IN NEW ENGLAND Combine a weeks skiing in the beautiful New England state of Vermont with three days in Iceland. You will fly from the UK to Boston Massachusetts via Iceland and transfer to the superbly manicured snow sure slopes of Killington or Stowe. This 10 to14 day holiday staying in top class accommodation offers the perfect travel and ski combo. Iceland & New England Flight Schedule between Iceland and the U.S.A ROUTE DEP ARR From Keflavik to New York 17:00 19:00 From Keflavik to Boston 17:00 18:35 From New York to Keflavik 20:35 06:20* From Boston to Keflavik 21:30 06:30* * Indicates next day arrival Reservations

18 18 Accommodation Reykjavik Sunna Guesthouse Hotel Leifur Eiriksson Guesthouse Kriunes Golden Circle Hotel Eldhestar A modern, family owned guesthouse in a "country hotel style". Well located in the old city centre. Across the street from Hallgrims church. The guesthouse offers attractive rooms for the single traveller, double rooms for two and family rooms that can accommodate an additional adult or two children. Hotel Leifur Eiriksson is located in the centre of Reykjavik, in the quiet part of the older city opposite the spectacular Hallgrims-Church. The Hotel is surrounded by museums, galleries, shopping streets and various kinds of restaurants, pubs, swimming pools and fitness centres. Kriunes is located in the capital of Reykjavik area by Lake Ellidvatn. The facilities are set in a land of unspoiled natural parkland with an exceptional mountain view overlooking the lake. Hotel Eldhestar is situated at the farm Vellir, just 30 minutes drive from Reykjavik. Nearby is the town of Hveragerdi, a geothermal resort with many excellent riding and hiking trails. All 26 double rooms have a private bathroom, TV Internet connection and doors out to the garden in every room. The hotel has its own riding school and can offer a range of riding tours. Radisson SAS 1919 Hotel Hotel Odinsve Hotel Borg Guesthouse Frost & Fire The hotel is located right in the heart of Reykjavik, facing the harbour and standing within a short walk of most attractions and shops. This 70 room hotel is housed in one of the most beautiful historic buildings in Reykjavik the former headquarters of the Eimskip shipping Company. The hotel offers 24 standard rooms 28 deluxe rooms,16 junior suites and two luxury suites. Hotel Ódinsvé is a small family owned, quality 4 star hotel, located in a quiet residential area in downtown Reykjavik, only 400 metres from Laekjartorg square, the very heart of the city. The hotel stands on Ódinstorg square, in a charming part of down town Reykjavik. This prime location right next to the city centre makes Hótel Ódinsvé an ideal base for people who want to experience Iceland s capital to the full. Virtually all the main services and leisure activities that visitors to the city look for, are found within five minutes walk. Hotel Borg combines old-time elegance with modern style in the heart of Iceland s capital. Built in 1930 and restored to its original Art Deco style in 2006, 4 star Hotel Borg is a showcase of sophistication. All 56 rooms have custom made furniture and fittings with modern amenities including flat screen satellite TV and high speed internet connections. For an extra touch of luxury, there are 7 suites and a two floor Tower Suite with a magnificent 360 view. Frost and Fire offers quality accommodation just 45 km east of Iceland s capital, Reykjavík, at comfortable guesthouses in the village of Hveragerdi and nearby Ölfus, where you can be sure of relaxing in style. The 6 double rooms, all have a private bath, television and connection for computers. All the rooms are well furnished, and the walls are decorated with modern Icelandic art. Guests at Frost and Fire have access to a 12-metre private swimming pool, a hot pot on the riverbank and a sauna with an outdoor shower. Hotel Geysir Husavik Kaldbaks Cottages Arbol Guesthosue Dalvik Hotel Brimness Accommodation in Iceland, in the centre of the "Icelandic Diamond Ring", the "Husavik- Dettifoss- Myvatn- Husavik" round trip. Twelve new cottages built of timber logs, square meters in size, with all facilities (WC, shower, kitchen, TV, radio, refrigerator, kitchen utensils, toaster, stove, etc.). Big terrace. Beautiful view. Very private and convenient Árból is a particularly beautiful and pleasant guest house located by the stream Búdará in the west corner of the village park. The house was built in 1903 and there is an aura of warmth and refinement about it which reflects its long and proud history as a residence for the district governor. The rooms, which accommodate 1-4 persons and have all undergone a thorough restoration, truly add to the pleasant atmosphere of the house. Hotel Brimnes offers accommodation in eleven spacious double rooms with bathrooms. On the ground floor there is a comfortable television lounge, a restaurant and a bar. You can also choose to stay in Finnishstyle cabins by the small-boat harbour at the northern end of the lake Ólafsfjardarvatn close to the hotel. These cabins expanded the hotel's accommodation capacity from 22 beds to 58. The trademark of Iceland the great Geysir gave the hotel its name and is situated right outside the front door. That alone is enough to choose this hotel for accommodation. Twenty rooms in handsome cabins on the river are each outfitted with two single beds, color TV, a comfy armchair and your very own bathroom. A taste of luxury, just two minutes from the thermal fields, and just a few steps from the swimming pool and two hot tubs, which are free for guests.

19 19 Accommodation Snaefellsnes Hotel Hellnar Hotel Edda Hellissandur Hotel Budir Hotel Hellnar offers accommodation with spectacular ocean view, at the heart of Snaefellsjokull Glacier. Hotel Hellnar is a unique country hotel which has been certified by the international certification program GREEN GLOBE 21 as a sustainable accommodation since The hotel was awarded the Icelandic Tourist Board s Environmental Award in 2000, and again in Hotel Breidafjordur Hellissandur is located at the western most part of the Snæfellsnes peninsula, at the north of the new Snæfellsjökull National Park. The hotel commands splendid views of the Snæfellsjökull glacier and the surrounding lava landscape. Hellissandur is one of Iceland s oldest urban communities; there has been a village here since the 13th century. All 20 rooms have private facilities. Hotel Glymur The Hotel Budirs location is utterly magical. Sitting on a remote peninsula a two hour drive from Reykjavik, it has the sea behind it, a lava field in front, and only a tiny nineteenth century church for a neighbour. Views are of the mountains, an extinct volcano and the snaefell Glacier, a storied site of spiritual energy. The original Budir built in 1948, burned down a few years ago, but its brand new 28 room replacement already has an air of lived in luxury. The furnishings are rustic and comfortable, with scores of antique prints hanging on walls painted chocolate and cream. Small and friendly hotel, perfectly located in the centre of the town, only a few minutes walk from the beautiful harbour of Stykkisholmur. The Hotel has 11 rooms 9 double and 2 single, all with private facilities. The Hotel has two balconies one of these has been changed into a sitting/relaxation room and offers a splendid view over the harbour and Breidafjordur. Vik Hotel Hofdabrekka Hotel Hofdabrekka, offers accommodation in 4 separate lodges with altogether 62 double rooms with private bathrooms and 3 double rooms without bathrooms. The hotel has a restaurant serving up to 250 persons. The hosts at Hotel Hofdabrekka take great pride in their reputation for good service, excellent food, and the warm atmosphere of their dining lounge. To make your stay more pleasant our hotel also features 4 hot tubs filled with running 38 Celsius degrees natural water. Uniquely situated high on a mountainside, Hotel Glymur is only 45 minutes drive from the capital of Iceland, Reykjavik. The hotel overlooks the scenic Hvalfjordur, "the whale fjord". The hotel has 22 ensuite rooms that where completely re-designed in the beginning of All rooms are on two floors with bathroom and sitting room on the first floor and the sleeping area on the upper floor. All rooms have high speed wireless internet access, flat screen TV, telephone and a coffee machine. Hofn Arnanes Guesthouse Akureyri Hotel Kea Located in the heart of Akureyri, Hotel Kea offers four halls for meetings and conferences, bars and restaurant. Comfort, rest and relaxation come easily in all of the 74 bedrooms. They all have private bathroom, coffee and tea, making facilities hairdryer, telephone, radio and satellite television. There is room service from morning till evening and same day dry cleaning, to mention but few of the benefits of staying with us. Guesthouse Petursborg Hotel Lundi In a peaceful environment at the roots of the mountain Reynisfjall is Hotel Lundi (Hotel Puffin). The hotel has 10 double and 2 single comfortable rooms with a private WC, a shower, a hairdryer and a telephone. Downstairs there is a cosy dining room and a bar. A wonderful place for lovers of Icelandic nature and birdlife. First-class guesthouse with 16 rooms in five separate houses for 35 guests. - 6 rooms w. private facilities. 10 rooms without private facilities. - All the rooms are well-furnished and spacious with art paintings and fine decoration. - Fully licensed restaurant in combination with an art-gallery, seats over 40 people - Located by the ring road, 6 km west of Höfn. Petursborg is a very peaceful place with a beautiful view over Eyjafjordur. There is ample birdlife in the neighbourhood and the possibility to pick berries in the fall. The guesthouse is nicely situated for sightseeing tours around the North of Iceland and for skiers in the winter. The hotel offers rooms for 1 to 4 persons. The rooms are available with or without a bathroom. The rooms are simple but well furnished and comfortable. There is a sitting room with a television. In the garden there is a barbeque and a hot-tub.

20 20 Accommodation Hella Hotel Ranga Blue Lagoon Lagoon Lodge, Vogar Northern Lights Inn Four star luxury log cabin between Hella and Hvolsvollur deep inside Icelandic saga country just 90 minutes from Reykjavik. Standing on a spectacular salmon river, Eystri Ranga, and is a base camp for Iceland s sensational southern region. The 27 rooms include 6 deluxe complete with sofas and cd players 15 superior and six standard. Each has its own whirlpool bathtub, with all superior and some deluxe rooms boasting private verandas with river and mountain views. Hotel Vogar is an excellent choice of accommodation for tourists who are leaving or entering the country as well as for longer stays because Keflavik International Airport is only a 14 minute drive, the Blue Lagoon is a 12 minute drive and Reykjavik is about 24 minutes away. 24 quality standard rooms with private showers and WC, plus private parking at your door The Northern light inn is located in the majestic world heritage landscape of Reykjanes Peninsula, and is the only hotel near the deliciously warm and salty Blue Lagoon. All 21 quiet and spacious rooms have shower, satellite tv and telephone. The hotel is situated just 15 minutes from the international airport making it a great base for those early morning or late arrival flights. Egilsstadir Guesthouse Egilsstodum Hotel Edda Egilsstadir Husafell Fljotstunga Guesthouse Centrally located within East Iceland and just an hour s flight from Reykjavík, the guesthouse serves as an ideal base for taking a wide variety of sight-seeing excursions around the East. The guesthouse offers 18 recently renovated guest rooms, with wood parquet floors. All rooms have en suite bathrooms, multi-channel television, radio, a coffee maker and hairdryer. Skaftafell Hotel Skaftafell The rooms are spacious, with private bath. Some of the rooms are on two levels; the two-level rooms have plenty of room for four, and are ideal for families. The splendid 25- metre swimming pool, with paddling pool, is a one minute walk from the hotel. Open 2. June August. Western Fjords Hotel Edda Isafjordur Fljótstunga has been a tourist farm for more than 30 years. The hosts offer a variety in accommodation for the convenience of all, traditional Icelandic meals and warm hospitality. Blonduos Gladheimar/Blonduos All the rooms have private facilities (shower, toilettes) and are equipped with satellite TV and phone. All rooms are on ground floor. Single, twin and triple rooms are available. The hotel has a fully licensed bar on the second floor with an outstanding view over the Vatnajökull glacier. The hotel has 10 double rooms with bath, 24 double rooms with washbasin and 6 single rooms with washbasin. All the rooms are non-smoking. Showers and toilets are found on the corridors. There is a shower for every six rooms and a toilet for every three rooms. Sleeping-bag accommodation is available in the rooms or in classrooms. Sleeping accommodations for up to 40 persons in seven high quality summerhouses. Hot tubs and sauna in most of the houses. All facilities close by. Myvatn Hotel Gigur Hotel Gígur is situated in one of Iceland's most popular and beautiful tourist attractions, on the southern shore of Lake Myvatn. The hotel has 37 comfortable rooms, all with private bathrooms. Hotel Gígur has magnificent dining rooms for up to 250 guests, with a fantastic view over the lake. Hotel guests and other diners can choose from a number of delectable meals from the a la carte menu. The hotel also has a bar and a lounge.