Self-drive HolidaysWinter 2017–2018

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It’s all in the details

Last winter, a couple booked a four-day self-drive tour around the Golden Circle. Driving around Iceland may sound simple enough – after all, the country isn’t very big – but when it comes to first visits to an unpredictable country, there are some details you might not think about when caught up in planning routes, sights, and photo ops.

Everything seemed to be in order – the car was excellent, breakfasts booked, the views spectacular. So, naturally, any traveller would want to phone home. And to make the art of telephoning as smooth as the four-wheel drive, our staff included an Icelandic SIM card along with the itinerary.

The couple couldn’t have been happier – and we’re ready to bet that a number of people overseas got to hear all about their Iceland escapades in real time.

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With short days of pearly twilight and long nights filled with mysterious darkness, an Icelandic winter is the perfect setting for an adventurous, mystical self-drive holiday. Each itinerary covers a number of outstanding attractions and places of historic significance, as well as great locations for northern lights spotting.

• Accommodation with breakfast (except arrival day) • Rental car with CDW, theft protection and unlimited mileage • No charges for an additional driver • GPS navigation system in car• Use of tablet with the new Iceland Travel Companion app• Interactive road maps and itinerary in the app• Detailed Digital Travel Guide in selected languages included in the app• Access to our 24-hour emergency phone line • Prepaid SIM card • Car pick-up/drop-off at Keflavík International Airport or Akureyri Domestic Airport (depending on package)

Note! All tours can be customised to suit your client’s needs and requirements. All of these itineraries can be offered during May-September, but with the Midnight Sun instead of the Northern Lights!

Self-drive HolidaysWinter 2017–2018

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Glacial Exploration and Auroras Improved Operation: October - April Duration: 8 days / 7 nights Activity Bundle: Explorer

Winter in Iceland is ideal for experiencing the majesty of glaciers. Drive on roads parallel-ing Europe‘s largest glacier, experiencing its ever-changing angles and photo opportunities. Indulge your inner explorer and join tours taking you onto -- and even inside -- a glacier. Experi-ence the Golden Circle as well as Viking Saga locales and the impressive natural wonders of Borgarfjörður. Overnight in glacial locations with fabulous backdrops for northern lights.

Winter Wonders & Delicious Detours Operation: October - April Duration: 7 days / 6 nights Activity Bundle: Bon Viant

Experience an array of landscapes and natural wonders during Northern Lights season, while enjoying an introduction to Iceland’s culinary traditions, on this driving adventure through West and South Iceland. Iceland’s dramatic southern coastline provides a stunning backdrop to discover this active volcanic zone. West Iceland highlights include unique lava formations, the inspiring Snæfellsjökull glacier-volcano, and historical sites from the Sagas. A number of stops and tasty excursions are offered as optional along the way to experience Iceland’s wholesome culinary culture.

Glacial Adventure Improved Operation: October - April Duration: 6 days / 5 nights Activity Bundle: Explorer

The natural wonders of South and Southwest Ice-land — glaciers, volcanoes, waterfalls, geothermal hot springs, and more — are the highlights of this weeklong self-drive holiday during peak Northern Lights season. Follow Iceland’s dramatic coastline through an active volcano zone, as you pass black sandy beaches, snow-capped mountains, pictur-esque waterfalls, and spouting geysers. This self drive trip encompasses the major natural won-ders that have made Iceland famous, but allows you to enjoy it during the cosy winter period.

Aurora Romance - Deluxe Self Drive New Operation: October - April Duration: 5 days / 4 nights Activity Bundle: Viking

Explore the Northern Lights with a side of roman-tic adventure and luxurious relaxation in this 5 day exclusive package. Fall in love with the spar-kling capital city from your elegant hotel located in the heart of downtown Reykjavík. Later view the waterfalls, glaciers and black-sand beaches of Iceland’s south while staying at Hotel Rangá Luxury resort. Encounter Iceland’s raw nature at your own pace with a 4WD rental vehicle.

ReykjavíkGullfoss

SelfossHella

Borgarnes

Kirkjubæjarklaustur

Keflavík

Vík

JökulsárlónHöfn

5

64

2&3

1&7

ReykjavíkFlúðir

Kirkjubæjarklaustur

Keflavík

Vík

Jökulsárlón

3Höfn

Hella421&5

ReykjavíkGullfoss

Hótel Rangá4

1-3

Reykjavík

Borgarnes

Stykkishólmur

Kirkjubæjarklaustur

Keflavík

Vík

Jökulsárlón

2&31&6

4&5

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North Iceland Coastal Charm Operation: October - April Duration: 5 days / 4 nights Add-on: 5x5 Ski Iceland Pass

North Iceland is Icelanders’ favourite winter activity destination. Discover why with this driving holiday while you stay in culturally-vibrant Akureyri and the newly-popular winter destination of Siglufjörður for fun, scenery and local charm. You can even create a flexible ski holiday by adding in the 5x5 Ski Iceland pass and try skiing and snowboarding at scenic resorts, along with ice skating, snowmobiling and whale watching.

Volcanic View & Northern LightsOperation: October - April Duration: 5 days / 4 nights Activity Bundle: Viking

With the freedom to travel at your own pace by car, explore dramatic landscapes sculpted by ancient glaciers and volcanoes. Hunt for the elu-sive and unforgettable Northern Lights, and visit waterfalls, black sand beaches, and glaciers along Iceland’s south shore. Surround yourself with incredible Icelandic nature, including spouting geysers and vast lava fields. In the evenings, don’t forget to scout the clear dark skies looking for the dancing Northern Lights.

Winter Gems Operation: October - April Duration: 4 days / 3 nights Activity Bundle: Viking

Even with a short stopover in Iceland, you can experience some unforgettable natural wonders on our Winter Gems self-drive tour. Amidst snowcapped black lava, soak in the soothing waters of the Blue Lagoon. Then tour the sites of the famous Golden Circle — the UNESCO-listed Þingvellir National Park, two-tiered waterfall Gullfoss and the awe-inspiring eruptions of Strokkur in a field of geysers and hot springs, be-fore exploring the volcanic landscape of Iceland‘s south shore. Of course, the Northern Lights may also make an appearance.

Optional Activities & Activity Bundles

For those looking for extra excitement and adventure at a lower price, we have crafted a selection of discounted optional activity bundles – all coordinated carefully to complement our suggested itineraries.

Activity bundles

Bon vivant • Rye bread tasting at Fon-

tana Geothermal Baths • Shark tasting at Bjarnar-

höfn Shark Museum • Bathing fee at the Blue

Lagoon • Tomato Soup lunch at

Friðheimar

Explorer • Bathing fee at Fontana

Geothermal Baths • 1 hour snowmobile on

Mýrdalsjökull glacier• 2 hours Glacier hike at

Skaftafell

Viking • Bathing fee at the Blue

Lagoon • Eyjafjallajökull Visitor

Centre entrance fee • 1 hour riding tour with

Eldhestar

Akureyri

Siglufjörður

Sauðárkrókur

3&4

1&2

Reykjavík

KeflavíkFlúðir

Hvolsvöllur

Vík

2&31&4

ReykjavíkFlúðir

Hvolsvöllur

Keflavík

Vík

1&3

2