Northern Lights
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
Reykjavík • Northern Lights Cruise • Golden Circle • Thingvellir National Park • Geysir • Gullfoss • Vík • Seljalandsfoss • Skogar Folk Museum • Skógafoss • Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon • Skaftafell National Park • Lava Exhibition Center • Blue Lagoon
Reykjavík
Blue Lagoon
peace and stillness of rural Iceland, search for the aurora borealis – the elusive northern lights. (B, D) Day 4: Vík - Seljalandsfoss - Skogar Museum - Vík Journey to the mesmerizing Seljalandsfoss, one of Iceland’s most famous and picturesque waterfalls with a walkway behind it. Visit Skogar Folk Museum with its turf-built homes and outstanding collection of artifacts covering all aspects of Icelandic life. Nearby, view the impressive Skógafoss waterfall, one of the largest in Iceland. Later, see Reynisfjara, a black volcanic sand beach surrounded by basalt formations, cliffs scattered with caves, and rich bird life including the Fulmar, Black Guillemot, Razorbill, Gannet and various types of seagulls. See the unique natural rock formations at Dyrhólaey. After dinner, gaze at the sky in search of the northern lights, a truly spectacular sight. (B, D) Day 5: Vík - Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon - Skaftafell National Park - Vík Travel to Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon, filled with floating icebergs. Explore this extraordinary landscape and perhaps see seals swimming in Arctic waters. Travel to Skaftafell, gateway to Vatnajökull National Park, the largest national park in Europe. Vatnajökull is known for having Iceland’s highest
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mountains, an Alpine environment, and the Vatnajökull glacier, Europe’s largest. After dinner, continue searching for the shimmering northern lights dancing across the night sky. (B, D) Day 6: Vík - Lava Exhibition Center Blue Lagoon - Reykjavík Drive along the south shore towards the Reykjanes Peninsula, stopping at the Lava Exhibition Center to learn about Iceland’s historic eruptions and current lava flows that make the island a showcase of volcanism. Known for its rugged landscape, lava fields, and numerous hot springs, the peninsula is home of the Blue Lagoon. Take a dip in the pleasantly warm, mineral-rich waters of the geothermal pool, located in the middle of a dramatic lava field. Return to Reykjavík for your farewell dinner and overnight stay. (B, D) Day 7: Reykjavík - Tour Ends Depart for home with many incredible memories. (B)
STAY LO NG E R Reykjavík: Spend an extra night exploring the small, yet lively city of Reykjavík. CALL FOR DETAILS.
DOUBLE SOLO
Starting at Starting at
$2699 $3449
Land only, per person, double occupancy.
Prices based on October 14, 2019 departure
February – March 2019
(different itinerary – see note)
Sept. 2019 – March 2020 (featured itinerary)
September 30 October 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13 October 14, 16, 18, 21, 23 October 25, 27, 28 November 1, 4, 6, 8, 11 November 13, 15, 18, 20 November 22, 25, 29 Itinerary featured is for Sept. 2019 – March 2020 tour December 2, 4, 6, 9, 11 departures. Departures prior December 13, 16, 27 to this date will vary. Please January 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13 confirm at time of reservation. January 15, 17, 20, 22 January 24, 29, 31 February 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10 February 12, 14, 15, 17, 19 February 21, 22, 24, 27 March 1, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 15 March 16, 18, 21, 22, 23, 25 March 26, 28, 30
February 3, 5, 7, 10, 12 February 14, 17, 19, 21 February 24, 26, 28 March 2, 6, 9, 11, 13, 16, 18 March 20, 23, 25, 27, 30 VISIT collette.com/563 for pricing details. Call for additional dates.
This trip requires a passport. The northern lights are in the Northern Hemisphere from September through April and are only visible when the sky is clear and free of clouds. As this tour is weather dependent, sightings of the northern lights are not guaranteed. Due to flight schedules, a post night may be required in some Iceland Air gateway cities (at an additional cost). Please inquire at time of reservation. Due to tour scheduling, arrival flights should arrive prior to 10:00 a.m. Our air passengers will arrive into and depart from Reykjavík. Airport transfers are available for purchase.
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This was a trip of a lifetime! I loved the glacial lagoon. To watch the pieces of glaciers swirling around, knocking into each other, heading out into the ocean in so many shades of blue is an experience I won’t forget.
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