Iceland Winter Expedition

‘Delhi to Delhi Tour’ or ‘Mumbai to Mumbai Tour’ Guests will meet at respective Airport, As per the scheduled flight departure time, proceed to Reykjavik, capital city of Iceland. On arrival to Keflavik International Airport, you will be greeted by a professional driver who will take you to your accommodation in Reykjavík. Guests who have booked their flight on their own, they will meet directly at hotel as per the guidelines given. your room will be ready upon your arrival. We find that on your arrival day, it’s best to enjoy the charming capital at your own pace. Overnight Dinner and Stay at Hotel in Reykjavik.

Today proceed for Whale Watching tour. Take part in an unforgettable adventure at sea. Observe whales and sea birds in their own environment. The whales around these parts are not shy, often surfacing quite close to the boat, and, as our sea-fairing guides will tell you, to see a whale up close truly is a sight to remember. Return to your hotel. Later in the evening enjoy magnificent Northern Lights. On a dark winter night in Iceland, join a mysterious tour looking for the Aurora Borealis. Far from the glow of Reykjavik city, we hunt for the elusive Northern Lights. On this evening tour we may be lucky enough to see them swirling and dancing across the sky changing endlessly colour, shape and size. Overnight in Reykjavik.

Today after breakfast, Meet your guide this morning and head out of the capital in your 4 x 4! Start the day with a drive to Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Thingvellir is one of the few places in the world where you can see the effects of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates pulling apart. Explore Gullfoss waterfall where you will see thousands of tons of icy water thunder majestically down in double falls into a deep canyon. After lunch in a charming café, you can explore the area further like Geysir geothermal area where bubbling hot springs and geysers are abundant. Here you'll find also Strokkur, the most active geyser in the area, spouting up to 25-30 meters. Later in the day, you’ll check into your hotel. There is always the possibility of viewing the Northern Lights. Overnight stay at Hotel in Selfoss. Activity: Exploring the tectonic plates and waterfalls of Thingvellir National Park.

After Morning breakfast, Hop into the 4 x 4 and venture into the dramatic wilderness area known as Thorsmork (which means ‘Thor’s forest’) on the north side of Eyjafjallajökull: the volcano that erupted in the spring of 2010. From here, you’ll take an easygoing hike to the runoff glacier Gigjokull, where torrents of glacial meltwater radically transformed the surrounding landscape during the eruption. After lunch, hike up to one of the many viewpoints in the area or explore one of the ravines that dissect the north face of the volcano—everywhere you explore today, you’re sure to be astounded by the stunning that surrounds! At the end of the afternoon, carry on to the Hotel Umi, your home for the night. Activity: An easygoing hike from Thorsmork to Gigjokull, followed by an afternoon hike to a viewpoint for stunning panoramas.

After breakfast this morning, you’ll explore the highlights that the South Coast is known for— beautiful black sand beaches, cliffs teeming with birdlife and waterfalls galore! Arrive in the charming coastal village of Vik in time for lunch in a cozy café. Later this afternoon, after passing several waterfalls, you’ll arrive at the Solheimajokull glacier. Don crampons, ice-axes and other glacier gear and embark on a two-hour guided walk* on the Solheimajokull glacier in the company of an expert guide. Experience the effects of climate change first hand on this fun, exciting and educational experience that no one should miss out on while in Iceland. After your hike, your guide will drive you to your Hotel in Reykjavik Activity: Exploring the South Coast and a hike on the Solheimajokull glacier.

Today after breakfast, proceed for City Sightseeing -Reykjavik is the world’s most northerly capital, with more than one third of Iceland’s population. On this tour, you will enjoy spectacular views from the platforms at Perlan, which is built on the city’s hot water tanks. You will see Reykjavik’s seafront to the old Hofdi house. You will then proceed to visit Hallgrimskirkja church whose design was inspired by basalt lava columns, a common volcanic rock formation in Icelandic nature..Last but not least you will explore the old town center with the Icelandic parliament Althingi and the town hall. Return to your hotel. Proceed to enjoy all the qualities the Blue Lagoon has to offer. 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 walking in the Blue Lagoon’s spectacular surroundings, bathing in the milky blue-green water, relax in a geothermal steam bath or release the stress from your shoulders under a Blue Lagoon waterfall. There is also a fantastic restaurant offering a la carte menu and a Blue Lagoon shop, selling skin care products based on a unique blend of Blue Lagoon geothermal seawater active ingredients: minerals, silica, and algae. Later return to your hotel. Overnight in Reykjavik.