Itinerary

Day 1 - Starting: Reykjavík & Finishing: Reykjavík

Meet the G adventures representative at the joining point in town. They can help arrange any optional activities you're interested in for the next few days at that time.

Instructions

See "Joining Instructions" for details on how to reach the meeting point.

Day 2 - Starting: Reykjavík & Finishing: Reykjavík

Opt to take part in winter activities like lava caving, glacier walking and ice climbing, and a Golden Circle tour during free time.

Day 3 - Starting: Reykjavík & Finishing: Reykjavík

Head out and enjoy this gorgeous area with a full free day.

Day 4 - Starting: Reykjavík & Finishing: Reykjavík

If you'd like to stay a little longer, we can offer you post-accommodation to extend your stay in this stunning region.

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What’s Included

September 15th to April 15th: Super Jeep tour to view Northern Lights. April 16th to September 14th: Guided glacier hike. Assistance while in country to book any other optional activities. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Highlights

Three nights to explore around Reykjavik as you please, choose the departure date that suits you best.

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Important Notes

The Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) is a natural phenomena and is highly weather dependent. During the winter season, the ability to view the Northern Lights during your trip will be dependent on the appropriate weather/atmospheric conditions.

Group Leader Description

This is an Independent itinerary which is operated on behalf of G Adventures by one of our local agents. This tour is not escorted by a G Adventures leader. All the information given in this itinerary is intended as a guide only. G Adventures or their agent cannot be held responsible for any changes that may occur due to local conditions or circumstances beyond their control including festivals and public holidays that may affect the itinerary.

Meals

Eating is a big part of travelling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where to eat. Given the nature of an Independent-style tour, our G Representative can suggest restaurants during your trip but may not escort you.

Transport

Private minivan/bus, walking.

Solo Travellers

This is an Independent tour, and you will be travelling only with the people you have booked with. If you have booked this tour as a solo traveller, only you will be taking part in the included activities, along with your (our?) G Representative. Anything not included (dinners, optional activities, etc) will be on your own or with your booking companions (if applicable). Please ensure this is the experience you are looking for before purchasing this trip.

Accommodation

Standard hotels (3 nts).

Joining Instructions

Please note that day 1 is an arrival day and no activities have been planned on this day. Upon arrival to Reykjavik on day 1, please be sure to make your way to the starting point office at the address below:

Address: Laugavegur 11, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Phone: +354 562 7000

The office hours are 8am – 10pm. Once there, you can discuss trip details and itinerary as well as book optional activities with our local G Adventures Representatives. After you have stopped by the local office, you can then proceed to your hotel.

Arrival Complications

We don’t expect any problems, and nor should you, but if for any reason you are unable to commence your trip as scheduled, please refer to the emergency contact details provided in this dossier and contact us as soon as possible.

What to Take

Our advice is to pack as lightly as possible. We highly recommend using a backpack, sports bag or soft compact wheeled suitcase, whichever you find easiest to carry, plus a small daypack is essential. Dressing in layers is recommended as weather can change dramatically, without notice.

Checklist

-Documents
•Passport (with photocopies)
•Travel insurance (with photocopies)
•Airline tickets (with photocopies)
•Cash
•Credit or debit card (see personal spending money)
•Pre-departure information and trip details
•Any entry visas or vaccination certificates if required

•Fleece top
•Windproof/waterproof jacket
•Small towel and swim wear
•shirts/t-shirts
•Sun hat
•long trousers
•1 pair hiking pants/track pants
•1 smart outfit for special evenings
•hand sanitizers/ antibacterial wipes
•Hiking boots/sturdy walking shoes
-Socks
•Sunblock
•Sunglasses
•Toiletries
•Watch or alarm clock
•First-aid kit (should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking).

-Day pack
-Camera with extra memory cards and batteries
-Personal Entertainment
-Binoculars
-Waterproof backpack cover
-Flashlight/Torch
-Outlet adapter
-Insect Repellent
-Moneybelt
-Antibacterial wipes/gel
-Reusable water bottle
-Pocketknife

Laundry

Laundry facilities are offered by some of our hotels for a charge. There will be times when you may want to or have to do your own laundry so we suggest you bring non-polluting/biodegradable soap.

Visas

Contact your local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent. It is your responsibility to have the correct travel documentation. While we provide the following information in good faith, it is vital that you check yourself and understand that you are fully responsible for your own visa requirements.

Spending Money

Money Exchange

The currency in Iceland in the Icelandic Krona (ISK).

It is recommended to bring a combination of cash, credit and debit cards.

Emergency Fund

Tipping

It is customary in Europe to leave a small tip for service providers, such as waiters, if you are pleased with the service (€1-2). Tipping is an expected – though not compulsory – component of your tour program and an expression of satisfaction with the persons who have assisted you on your tour. Although it may not be customary to you, it is of considerable significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels. There are several times during the trip where there is opportunity to tip the local guides. Recommendations for tipping local guides would range from €3-5 per day depending on the quality and length of the service.

Optional Activities

• Glacier Walking and Ice Climbing on Sólheimajökull 21,990 ISK per person
• Golden Circle & Caving (winter only) 19,990 ISK per person
• Golden Circle & Rafting (summer only) 19,990 ISK per person
• Snorkeling and lava caving in Þingvellir National Park 24,990 ISK per person
• Snorkeling at Þingvellir National Park 17,990 ISK per person
• Lava Caving by the Blue Mountains 9,890 ISK per person
• Whale Watching from Reykjavík Harbor 9,900 ISK per person
• Horse Back Riding on a Viking Horse 11,400 ISK per person
• South Shore sightseeing with a glacier walk on Sólheimajökull 23,990 ISK per person
• Super Jeep tour to Þórsmörk Valley 35,990 ISK per person
• Super Jeep and snowmobiling tour on Langjökull glacier. 45,990 ISK per person
• Landmannalaugar Super Jeep and Hiking Tour (summer only) 29,990 ISK per person
• Sea kayaking tour on Hvalfjörður (summer only) 26,990 ISK per person

Health

Please note inoculations may be required for the country visited. It is your responsibility to consult with your travel doctor for up to date medical travel information well before departure.

You should consult your doctor for up-to-date medical travel information well before departure. We recommend that you carry a First Aid kit and hand sanitizers / antibacterial wipes as well as any personal medical requirements. Please be aware that quite often we are in remote areas and away from medical facilities, and for legal reasons our leaders are prohibited from administering any type of drug including headache tablets, antibiotics, etc. When selecting your trip please carefully read the brochure and itinerary and assess your ability to cope with our style of travel. Please refer to the Physical Demand rating in this dossier for trip specific information. For travellers over 70 years a completed Medical Form is required. G Adventures reserves the right to exclude any traveller from all or part of a trip without refund if in the reasonable opinion of our CEO they are unable to complete the itinerary without undue risk to themselves and/or the rest of the group.

Safety and Security

Many national governments provide a regularly updated advice service on safety issues involved with international travel. We recommend that you check your government’s advice for their latest travel information before departure. We strongly recommend the use of a neck wallet or money belt while travelling, for the safe keeping of your passport, air tickets, cash and other valuable items. Leave your valuable jewellery at home – you won’t need it while travelling. Many of the hotels we use have safety deposit boxes, which is the most secure way of storing your valuables. A lock is recommended for securing your luggage. When travelling on an Independent tour, please note that the G representative has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if deemed necessary due to safety concerns. Please note that any optional activities you undertake are not part of your itinerary, and we offer no representations about the safety of the activity or the standard of the operators running them. Please use your own good judgement when selecting an activity in your free time. Although the cities visited on tour are generally safe during the day, there can be risks to wandering throughout any major city at night. It is our recommendation to take taxis to and from restaurants, or during night time excursions. Read more about travel safety for ways to further enhance your personal safety while travelling.

Medical Form

People of all ages travel with G Adventures. It is very important you are aware that an average level of fitness and mobility is required to undertake our easiest programs. Travellers must be able to walk without the aid of another person, climb 3-4 flights of stairs, step on and off small boats, and carry their own luggage at a minimum. Travellers with a pre-existing medical condition are required to complete a short medical questionnaire, which must be signed by their physician. This is to ensure that travellers have the necessary fitness and mobility to comfortably complete their chosen trip. While our representatives work hard to ensure that all our travellers are catered for equally, it is not their responsibility to help individuals who cannot complete the day’s activities unaided. Please refer to the physical ratings in this Trip Details document for more information. The medical questionnaire can be found online at www.gadventures.com/medical-form.

A Couple of Rules

Illegal drugs will not be tolerated on any trips. Possessing or using drugs not only contravenes the laws of the land but also puts the you at risk. Smoking marijuana and opium is a part of local culture in some parts of the world but is not acceptable for our travellers. Our philosophy of travel is one of respect towards everyone we encounter, and in particular the local people who make the world the special place it is. The exploitation of prostitutes is completely contrary to this philosophy. Our G representative has the right to terminate the tour if drugs are found in anyone’s possession or if anyone uses prostitutes.

Travel Insurance

Planeterra-The G Adventures Foundation

Local Dress

Weather can change dramatically, even in the summer months. It is best to layer clothing to ensure you are prepared for any extremes.

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Day 2 Optional Activities

• Glacier Hiking on Sólheimajökull -

Day 3 Optional Activities

• Golden Circle Tour -
• Lava Caving by the Blue Mountains -

Day 2 Optional Activities

• Horseback Riding -
• Guided Bicycle Tour -

Day 3 Optional Activities

• River Rafting Tour -
• Snorkelling and Lava Caving in Þingvellir National Park -
• Whale Watching from Reykjavik Harbour -
• Hot Springs & Hekla Volcano Tour -
• Sea Kayaking -

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