Discover a lunar landscape pitted with
volcanic and geothermal wonders, a surf-pounded coast where lighthouses
outnumber villages, and where arguably the best sunsets in Iceland can
be enjoyed. This rugged peninsula of raw natural beauty also boasts
abundant wildlife and several top cultural and recreational attractions,
including the world famous
Blue
Lagoon, the
Viking Ship
Exhibition and
Power Plant
Earth - and it's all just minutes drive from Keflavik International
Airport.
With all of this plus a choice of optional excursions and a range
of hotel and guest house accommodation on the doorstep, Reykjanes is
perfect for a short break offering a taste of the real Iceland.
Outline Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival
Fly into Keflavik Airport,
where you will be met on arrival and transferred in just minutes to your
accommodation. Depending on your flight arrival time, you may like to
head straight for the Blue Lagoon
for a soak in its wonderful mineral-rich geothermal water.
Day 2: Volcano Tour
Take a full day guided
jeep safari to explore the volcanic landscapes of Reykjanes, including
lava flows, crater rows, fissures, geothermal fields and lava caves –
optional cave exploration, with equipment provided. Another chance to
visit the Blue Lagoon.
Day 3: Choice of Excursions or Car Hire
In
the the morning you have the option to join the Salty Tour for a
fascinating insight into local life and history in the company of local
fisherman, who will guide you around the thriving fishing town of Grindavík.
The afternoon gives you a further choice of optional excursion - an
exciting quad bike adventure into the mountainous interior of the
peninsula or along the coast OR a guided cycle ride along the coast to
see lighthouses, shipwrecks and the abundant bird life of the
peninsula. Alternatively you can opt to hire a car for the day and
explore independently – Thingvellir
National Park, Gullfoss
Falls and the Geysir
geothermal area combine to offer an exciting day of further
exploration, while on the doorstep the Power Plant Earth, Saltfish Exhibition, Garður Folk
Museum, and Viking Ship
attraction will keep you busy.
Day 4: Return Flight
Depending on your flight
time, you may have time for one of the optional excursions before your
transfer to the airport.
