Private Iceland tours - Artisans of Leisure - North Iceland Tour

(8 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Langjokull Glacier, Deplar Farm or Akureyri, Lake Myvatn, Reykjavik or Blue Lagoon

This private Iceland tour focuses on the dramatic landscapes of North Iceland, including Lake Myvatn and Jokulsargljufur, plus touring of Reykjavik and Langjokull Glacier in West Iceland, whale watching and soaking in the Blue Lagoon.

Begin with a night on the beautiful Snaefellsnes Peninsula at a hotel renowned for its cuisine and dramatic setting. See Kirkjufell, one of Iceland’s most photographed mountains, and the nearby Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall. Enjoy private touring of the scenic and cultural highlights of the region, such as the waterfront village of Stykkisholmur, the Norwegian Museum and the Library of Water. Other options include walking on beaches, horseback riding, touring a lava cave and seeing other interesting geological formations.

Continue to Husafell for the "Into the Glacier" tour of Langjokull Glacier, including driving across a glacier and venturing into a tunnel in the blue ice. During private touring, also see Hraunfossar Waterfall, which streams through a lava field. Also enjoy time to relax in open-air geothermal baths at your hotel.

Continue to Deplar Farm, a country lodge on the remote Troll Peninsula. Alternatively, stay in the interesting port town of Akureyri. En route, see the rocky Kolugljufur ravine and its waterfall. Also visit Holar Church, one of North Iceland's most important historical sites, and enjoy a whale-watching excursion.

During private touring, explore the best of North Iceland’s incredible beauty. See the Lake Myvatn region, and visit the Jokulsargljufur section of Vatnajokull National Park, including dramatic Dettifoss waterfall and Asbyrgi canyon. Explore the beautiful and diverse landscapes of the Myvatn-Laxa Nature Conservation Area. See wetland areas popular with migratory birds and the twisted lava outcroppings of Dimmuborgir. Also relax at Myvatn Nature Baths, an open-air hot spring with views. Another option is visiting Askja, a large caldera that’s part of Vatnajokull National Park.

Several of these locations are ideal for watching the aurora borealis (Northern Lights) in the winter.

Finally, fly back to Reykjavik for a final night in the city. Alternatively, end the tour with a relaxing stay at the luxurious Retreat Hotel at the Blue Lagoon, including access to the Retreat Spa, the most exclusive section of the Blue Lagoon. Spend the day soaking in the mineral-rich water, and perhaps luxuriate in spa treatments such as the skin-revitalizing Blue Lagoon Ritual.

Upon request, Artisans of Leisure can incorporate additional activities such as puffin excursions, horseback riding, Icelandic cooking classes, meeting with Icelandic designers, mountain biking, an excursion into a volcano, ATV rides, and tours of noted art and architecture sites.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1	Arrive Iceland – Snaefellsnes Peninsula Private arrival transfer to Snaefellsnes Peninsula for 1 night. Afternoon private tour
Day 2	Snaefellsnes Peninsula – Langjokull Glacier Private touring including "Into the Glacier" experience and Hraunfossar Waterfall en route to hotel for 1 night
Day 3	Langjokull Glacier – Deplar Farm or Akureyri Private transfer to hotel for 2 nights, with scenic touring en route
Day 4	Deplar Farm or Akureyri & Trollaskagi Peninsula Full-day private excursion
Day 5	Deplar Farm or Akureyri – Husavik – Lake Myvatn Private transfer to hotel for 3 nights with whale watching en route
Day 6	Lake Myvatn & environs Private excursion including options such as Askja, Jokulsargljufur, Myvatn Nature Baths
Day 7	Lake Myvatn – Reykjavik or Blue Lagoon Private transfer to airport for flight to Reykjavik. Private arrival transfer to hotel for 1 night
Day 8	Depart Iceland Private airport transfer

Hotels

Snaefellsnes Peninsula:	Hotel Budir
Langjokull Glacier:	Hotel Husafell
Akureyri or Deplar Farm:	Deplar Farm or Hotel Kea Akureyri
Lake Myvatn:	Fosshotel Myvatn
Reykjavik or Blue Lagoon:	Konsulat Hotel or The Retreat at Blue Lagoon

Cost

$15,470	Per person (based on four travelers/two rooms)
$21,570	Per person (based on two travelers/double occupancy)

The Artisans of Leisure Style of Travel:

Private touring with your own personal guides and drivers
Preferred rooms in the very best luxury hotels
Firsthand, sophisticated destination knowledge and recommendations from our travel specialists
Itineraries that are customized according to your interests and schedule
Artisans of Leisure upgrades and amenities
A seamless travel experience, including all logistics, skipping lines during touring whenever possible, restaurant and spa reservations, performance tickets, private airport transfers, internal transportation, VIP and fast-track airport assistance in many destinations
Around-the-clock support in each destination during your trip
Unique, insider travel experiences and access to the Artisans of Leisure network of experts around the world

Booking Information

All Artisans of Leisure tours are private and depart daily.
Please Contact Us for more information regarding the above tour, or to begin customizing your own itinerary.

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