March 11-20, 2022
Early bird savings of $150 per person are valid until November 30, 2021
Early bird triple occupancy rate is $3,249 per person
Early bird double occupancy rate is $3,304 per person
Early bird single occupancy rate is $3,804 per person
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Enjoy daily yoga with Amber
Welcome to Iceland, an island located in the North Atlantic Ocean. Known for being the land of fire and ice due to the abundant volcanoes and glaciers that surround the island. During your 10-day trip, you will have a chance to see the many natural highlights of this beautiful region that make it such a popular destination. Experience multiple waterfalls, hikes, thermal hot springs and volcanic black sand beaches, this trip will be sure to provide the perfect balance of exploration and relaxation!
Hotels:
- Hotel Eyja
- Stracta Hotel
- Fosshotel Nupar
- Hotel Ork
Included:
Meals:
- 9 Breakfasts
- 1 Light Lunch
- 1 Dinner
Activities:
- Daily Inner Fire Yoga and meditation
- Indulge in the hot springs at the Blue Lagoon
- Guided walking tour in Reykjavik
- Explore Gullfoss falls and Strokkur geyser
- Stop at a Friðheimar geothermal greenhouse and enjoy eating the fresh grown produce at lunch
- Explore the volcanic black sand beach of Reynisfjara
- Experience a blue ice cave tour
- Learn about Icelandic cooking techniques using the hot ground as a way to make food
- Hike Reykjadalur
- Visit Skógafoss waterfall
- Visit Diamond Beach
- Enjoy the DELUXE SKY package at Sky Lagoon
- Kayaking in Stokkseyri along the unique lagoons of one of Iceland’s most beautiful coastline
- Horseback Riding
- Bathe in the hot river in Reykjadalur
- Goddess Bellydance Party
Other Services:
- One airport transfer privately in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Transportation privately in an air-conditioned vehicle during the tours mentioned on the program
- Official English-speaking driver-guide service during the mentioned program
- Entrance fees, Road tolls, Taxes, VAT
Not Included:
- Tips for porters, guide-driver- the value of the tip is up to the client
- All other services not mentioned as included
- Personal expenses
- International airfare throughout the program
- International airport taxes, airport porter and extra baggage
- Hotel early check-in and late check-out
- Drinks or personal expenses or entrance fees for any extra sightseeing or optional activities
- Travel insurance
- Extra fee due to early breakfast or grab & go
- Other unexpected costs for nature sights
Notes:
- International flights to arrive into and depart out of Reykjavík International Airport.
- Due to the narrow streets in Reykjavík City Center, many hotels do not have enough space for a large vehicle to stop outside. Walking distance for passengers can be up to 10 minutes, depending on location. We will use a shuttle to transfer the luggage that passengers need to pick up outside their hotel without an extra charge.
- The Blue Lagoon visit is subject to availability due to high demand and restricted access. Should the Blue Lagoon not be available, an alternative hot spring will be used.
- Pricing is based on a minimum of 15 paying passengers.
Day
1
Arrival — Transfer Keflavík Airport — Reykjavík
Welcome to Iceland. You will be picked up at Keflavik International Airport and transferred to Hotel Eyja in Reykjavik. The rest of the day is free for leisure to explore the city. In the afternoon, enjoy Inner Fire Yoga and meditation with the rest of the travelers.
Accommodation: Hotel Eyja
Day
2
Reykjavík City Tour — Perlan
Begin your day with Inner Fire Yoga and meditation at a park nearby. After breakfast, continue with a guided city tour of Reykjavik. The city is unique in that it bears the distinction of being the northernmost capital of the world. Reykjavik’s blend of creative culture, unique architecture, culinary scene, great music, and rich history make this city a place that attracts visitors from every continent. Visit some of the most recognized places in the city such as Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur, a hot dog stand which rose to fame when former US President Bill Clinton visited Iceland in 2004. One of the historic landmarks that attracts tourists interested in Icelandic history is a visit to Perlan. The iconic and distinctive landmark is a museum and rotating glass dome that stands on top of Öskjuhlíð Hill in Reykjavík. Should you pay extra to visit the museum, you will have the pleasure of getting to know Iceland's history, known for being an island born of both fire and ice. After independent exploration, return to the hotel where the rest of the evening is at your leisure. Enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant nearby in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Eyja
Day
3
Golden Circle — Thingvellir — Geysir — Gullfoss — Friðheimar
Begin your day with Inner Fire Yoga and meditation and breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, we continue our morning on a scenic route visiting the Golden Circle with our first stop being Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We stroll around the country’s most sacred site, home of the oldest existing national parliament in the world, the Alþingi. Thingvellir is a place of fascinating natural beauty, a spectacular geological vista, set on a vast plain flanked by large fissures, right by Iceland’s largest lake, Thingvallavatn. The Mid-Atlantic rift is clearly visible; a rift that is forming as Iceland is being pulled apart by tectonic forces. Here the North American and the Eurasian continental plates drift apart by 19mm each year, causing a rift valley to form.
We will stop for a brief tour of a local geothermal greenhouse before a light lunch, enjoying the produce grown on site. From there, we will explore the active geothermal area of Haukadalur which contains the geysers Geysir and Strokkur, and many other hot springs. Most active nowadays is Strokkur, erupting hot water and steam to an elevation of 25-meters every 5-7 minutes. The last stop of the day is at the mighty waterfall of Gullfoss. At the falls, the glacial river of Hvítá tumbles 32-meters in a double cascade. On a sunny day, a rainbow or double rainbow is likely due to the massive spray coming over the water for a picture-perfect backdrop.
Meals: Breakfast, Light lunch
Accommodation: Stracta Hotel
Day
4
Seljalandfoss — Reynisfjara — Vik — Fjaorargljufur
Start your morning with Inner Fire Yoga and meditation and a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, depart for Seljalandsfoss, a graceful ribbon-like waterfall, which drops from an overhanging lava cliff. It is possible to walk behind it, but do not expect to stay dry!
After your visit, enjoy a stop in Vík. En route, you will pass streams, ride along the black sand beach, and connect with the wonderful scenery all around you.
Our final stop is to Reynisfjara, a famous black sand beach where the Atlantic ocean shows its power with crushing waves beating on the shores. While exploring the beach, you will find a number of interesting caves and impressive rock formations, including columnar basalt. Return to the hotel for a Goddess Bellydance Party before spending the remainder of the evening at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Fosshotel Nupar
Day
5
Skaftafell — Jokulsarlon
Start your day off with a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, along with Inner Fire Yoga and meditation. Shortly after, depart for Skaftafell, which is a part of the Vatnajökull national park. Skaftafell contains some of the most precious natural pearls of the country, rugged landscapes, mountains and glaciers. Skaftafell is a place of contrasting scenery with flora growing between sands and glaciers.
We will continue to Jökulsáárlón Glacier Lagoon, a lake filled with melted water from an outlet glacier. Icebergs break off the glacier and fall into the lagoon and float around before getting washed down towards the ocean. Many of the icebergs end up really clear on the beach giving the beach the nickname Diamond Beach. Finish your day with a blue ice cave tour where you will explore the natural beauty in this area. Be sure to pack a camera for this memorable experience!
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Fosshotel Nupar
Day
6
Kirkjubaejarklaustur — Skógafoss
Start your morning with Inner Fire Yoga and meditation followed by breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, the day will start with a stop at the small village of Kirkkjubaejarklaustur where you can take in the beautiful hills and plateaus that dot the northern part of the region. Next, head to the awe inspiring Skógafoss waterfall which is over 203-feet high and among the most beautiful waterfalls in Iceland!
After your visit to Skógafoss waterfall, join the group for horseback riding. The horseback ride will offer a small taste of the Icelandic beauty and countryside while you marvel at these majestic animals. The group will meet at Eldhestar farm and ride along the meadows of the Vellir farm for 1 hour. Later in the evening, check into Hotel Ork where you can enjoy the hot tub or sauna on property before spending the rest of the evening at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Ork
Day
7
Meeting The Locals — Reykjadalur Hike
Today, meet up with a local in Hveragerði. Join him while he boils eggs in the steaming hot ground and get a taste of the eggs on typical Icelandic rye bread.
After the informative visit learning about living in this region of Iceland, head to Reykjadalur for a nice scenic hike. Reykjadalur, also known as “Smokey Valley”, is characterized by geothermal activity and famous for its “hot river” where hikers can bathe in the warm waters while surrounded by nature. The hike takes around one hour each way and is known as a moderate trek.
After the hike, you will head back to Reykjavík and enjoy the evening in the capitol. During the evening, you can join the group for Inner Fire Yoga and meditation at a park nearby. Later this evening, visit one of the many bars or restaurants and taste the local cuisine.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Eyja
Day
8
Mt. Esjan Hike — Blue Lagoon
After Inner Fire Yoga and meditation, we will continue a hike with an experienced guide to Mt. Esjan (weather permitting). The trail is one of the best known and most visited hiking trails in Iceland due to its scenery and beauty. The trail leads to a volcanic mountain range called Esjan, and it is easy to reach from Reykjavik and offers an astonishing view of the capital and beyond.
After the invigorating hike, enjoy a relaxing soak at the famous Blue Lagoon. The Blue Lagoon is one of Iceland’s most popular attractions, a natural geothermal pool in the middle of a large and dramatic lava field and an oasis that owes its existence to a nearby geothermal power plant. Enjoy your time with a refreshing bath, practicing yoga (without mats) or a swim in the inviting, rejuvenating and pleasantly warm mineral-rich water which is famed for its reputed healing properties. An indoor pool and geothermal sauna are also on the site. Bathing in this surreal environment is a unique experience no one should miss. The Blue Lagoon’s warm water and naturally active ingredients like mineral salts, silica, and blue-green algae will help you relax and escape the stress and strain of daily life. From the Blue Lagoon, it takes about 45 minutes of passing lava landscape and several suburbs before returning to Reykjavík for the night.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Eyja
Day
9
Kayaking — Sky Lagoon
Start your day with Inner Fire Yoga and meditation. After, enjoy a leisurely breakfast before we head out for fresh air, breathtaking scenery and exploration while kayaking in Stokkseyri, a small town near Selfoss. You travel on kayaks along the unique lagoons of one of Iceland’s most beautiful coastlines and through a broad water area west of Stokkseyri. The area consists of small and big ponds connected by narrow canals and is the ideal surroundings for enormous numbers of birds and plants nearby. Take in the unique scenery from the water before we return to the hotel. Later in the afternoon, depart to enjoy Sky Lagoon where Inner Fire Alumni will be upgraded to the DELUXE SKY package for some rest and relaxation. Soak in the warm waters and unwind in this natural therapeutic lagoon. After your visit, head back to your hotel for the remainder of the evening at leisure.
If you are interested in a snowmobiling tour, the full-day tour lasts 10 hours and can be booked separately on your own during this day.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Eyja
Day
10
Departure — Transfer Keflavík Airport
After your last morning of Inner Fire Yoga and meditation and breakfast, we will check out and make our way to Keflavík International Airport, where you will be transferred for your flight home.
Meals: Breakfast
The activity Level for this tour is:
Demanding - Multiple high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities throughout the program, but accessible to most healthy travelers. Some training and/or frequent exercise recommended prior to travel.
Itinerary
Day
1
Arrival — Transfer Keflavík Airport — Reykjavík
Welcome to Iceland. You will be picked up at Keflavik International Airport and transferred to Hotel Eyja in Reykjavik. The rest of the day is free for leisure to explore the city. In the afternoon, enjoy Inner Fire Yoga and meditation with the rest of the travelers.
Accommodation: Hotel Eyja
Day
2
Reykjavík City Tour — Perlan
Begin your day with Inner Fire Yoga and meditation at a park nearby. After breakfast, continue with a guided city tour of Reykjavik. The city is unique in that it bears the distinction of being the northernmost capital of the world. Reykjavik’s blend of creative culture, unique architecture, culinary scene, great music, and rich history make this city a place that attracts visitors from every continent. Visit some of the most recognized places in the city such as Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur, a hot dog stand which rose to fame when former US President Bill Clinton visited Iceland in 2004. One of the historic landmarks that attracts tourists interested in Icelandic history is a visit to Perlan. The iconic and distinctive landmark is a museum and rotating glass dome that stands on top of Öskjuhlíð Hill in Reykjavík. Should you pay extra to visit the museum, you will have the pleasure of getting to know Iceland's history, known for being an island born of both fire and ice. After independent exploration, return to the hotel where the rest of the evening is at your leisure. Enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant nearby in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Eyja
Day
3
Golden Circle — Thingvellir — Geysir — Gullfoss — Friðheimar
Begin your day with Inner Fire Yoga and meditation and breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, we continue our morning on a scenic route visiting the Golden Circle with our first stop being Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We stroll around the country’s most sacred site, home of the oldest existing national parliament in the world, the Alþingi. Thingvellir is a place of fascinating natural beauty, a spectacular geological vista, set on a vast plain flanked by large fissures, right by Iceland’s largest lake, Thingvallavatn. The Mid-Atlantic rift is clearly visible; a rift that is forming as Iceland is being pulled apart by tectonic forces. Here the North American and the Eurasian continental plates drift apart by 19mm each year, causing a rift valley to form.
We will stop for a brief tour of a local geothermal greenhouse before a light lunch, enjoying the produce grown on site. From there, we will explore the active geothermal area of Haukadalur which contains the geysers Geysir and Strokkur, and many other hot springs. Most active nowadays is Strokkur, erupting hot water and steam to an elevation of 25-meters every 5-7 minutes. The last stop of the day is at the mighty waterfall of Gullfoss. At the falls, the glacial river of Hvítá tumbles 32-meters in a double cascade. On a sunny day, a rainbow or double rainbow is likely due to the massive spray coming over the water for a picture-perfect backdrop.
Meals: Breakfast, Light lunch
Accommodation: Stracta Hotel
Day
4
Seljalandfoss — Reynisfjara — Vik — Fjaorargljufur
Start your morning with Inner Fire Yoga and meditation and a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, depart for Seljalandsfoss, a graceful ribbon-like waterfall, which drops from an overhanging lava cliff. It is possible to walk behind it, but do not expect to stay dry!
After your visit, enjoy a stop in Vík. En route, you will pass streams, ride along the black sand beach, and connect with the wonderful scenery all around you.
Our final stop is to Reynisfjara, a famous black sand beach where the Atlantic ocean shows its power with crushing waves beating on the shores. While exploring the beach, you will find a number of interesting caves and impressive rock formations, including columnar basalt. Return to the hotel for a Goddess Bellydance Party before spending the remainder of the evening at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Fosshotel Nupar
Day
5
Skaftafell — Jokulsarlon
Start your day off with a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, along with Inner Fire Yoga and meditation. Shortly after, depart for Skaftafell, which is a part of the Vatnajökull national park. Skaftafell contains some of the most precious natural pearls of the country, rugged landscapes, mountains and glaciers. Skaftafell is a place of contrasting scenery with flora growing between sands and glaciers.
We will continue to Jökulsáárlón Glacier Lagoon, a lake filled with melted water from an outlet glacier. Icebergs break off the glacier and fall into the lagoon and float around before getting washed down towards the ocean. Many of the icebergs end up really clear on the beach giving the beach the nickname Diamond Beach. Finish your day with a blue ice cave tour where you will explore the natural beauty in this area. Be sure to pack a camera for this memorable experience!
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Fosshotel Nupar
Day
6
Kirkjubaejarklaustur — Skógafoss
Start your morning with Inner Fire Yoga and meditation followed by breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, the day will start with a stop at the small village of Kirkkjubaejarklaustur where you can take in the beautiful hills and plateaus that dot the northern part of the region. Next, head to the awe inspiring Skógafoss waterfall which is over 203-feet high and among the most beautiful waterfalls in Iceland!
After your visit to Skógafoss waterfall, join the group for horseback riding. The horseback ride will offer a small taste of the Icelandic beauty and countryside while you marvel at these majestic animals. The group will meet at Eldhestar farm and ride along the meadows of the Vellir farm for 1 hour. Later in the evening, check into Hotel Ork where you can enjoy the hot tub or sauna on property before spending the rest of the evening at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Ork
Day
7
Meeting The Locals — Reykjadalur Hike
Today, meet up with a local in Hveragerði. Join him while he boils eggs in the steaming hot ground and get a taste of the eggs on typical Icelandic rye bread.
After the informative visit learning about living in this region of Iceland, head to Reykjadalur for a nice scenic hike. Reykjadalur, also known as “Smokey Valley”, is characterized by geothermal activity and famous for its “hot river” where hikers can bathe in the warm waters while surrounded by nature. The hike takes around one hour each way and is known as a moderate trek.
After the hike, you will head back to Reykjavík and enjoy the evening in the capitol. During the evening, you can join the group for Inner Fire Yoga and meditation at a park nearby. Later this evening, visit one of the many bars or restaurants and taste the local cuisine.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Eyja
Day
8
Mt. Esjan Hike — Blue Lagoon
After Inner Fire Yoga and meditation, we will continue a hike with an experienced guide to Mt. Esjan (weather permitting). The trail is one of the best known and most visited hiking trails in Iceland due to its scenery and beauty. The trail leads to a volcanic mountain range called Esjan, and it is easy to reach from Reykjavik and offers an astonishing view of the capital and beyond.
After the invigorating hike, enjoy a relaxing soak at the famous Blue Lagoon. The Blue Lagoon is one of Iceland’s most popular attractions, a natural geothermal pool in the middle of a large and dramatic lava field and an oasis that owes its existence to a nearby geothermal power plant. Enjoy your time with a refreshing bath, practicing yoga (without mats) or a swim in the inviting, rejuvenating and pleasantly warm mineral-rich water which is famed for its reputed healing properties. An indoor pool and geothermal sauna are also on the site. Bathing in this surreal environment is a unique experience no one should miss. The Blue Lagoon’s warm water and naturally active ingredients like mineral salts, silica, and blue-green algae will help you relax and escape the stress and strain of daily life. From the Blue Lagoon, it takes about 45 minutes of passing lava landscape and several suburbs before returning to Reykjavík for the night.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Eyja
Day
9
Kayaking — Sky Lagoon
Start your day with Inner Fire Yoga and meditation. After, enjoy a leisurely breakfast before we head out for fresh air, breathtaking scenery and exploration while kayaking in Stokkseyri, a small town near Selfoss. You travel on kayaks along the unique lagoons of one of Iceland’s most beautiful coastlines and through a broad water area west of Stokkseyri. The area consists of small and big ponds connected by narrow canals and is the ideal surroundings for enormous numbers of birds and plants nearby. Take in the unique scenery from the water before we return to the hotel. Later in the afternoon, depart to enjoy Sky Lagoon where Inner Fire Alumni will be upgraded to the DELUXE SKY package for some rest and relaxation. Soak in the warm waters and unwind in this natural therapeutic lagoon. After your visit, head back to your hotel for the remainder of the evening at leisure.
If you are interested in a snowmobiling tour, the full-day tour lasts 10 hours and can be booked separately on your own during this day.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Eyja
Day
10
Departure — Transfer Keflavík Airport
After your last morning of Inner Fire Yoga and meditation and breakfast, we will check out and make our way to Keflavík International Airport, where you will be transferred for your flight home.
Meals: Breakfast
The activity Level for this tour is:
Demanding - Multiple high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities throughout the program, but accessible to most healthy travelers. Some training and/or frequent exercise recommended prior to travel.
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