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Whale Watching Icelandic Holiday
HIGHLIGHTS: Combine a 2 night stay in Husavik, the Whale Watching Capital of Europe with a 2 night stay in Reykjavik to experience the Blue Lagoon & Golden Circle including; Gullfoss, Pingvellir, Geysers and a Glacier Snowmobiling experience.
You may ask why go to Husavik for Whale Watching. Three reasons!
1) With a 98% incidence of whale sightings, Husavik is not called the European Capital of Whale Watching for no reason!
2) The scenery is simply breathtaking
3) You have the opportunity to whale watch whilst sailing on a traditional restored schooner!
Take a look at the short video opposite to see what you may experience on a Husavik Whale Watching trip.
Reykjavik & Whale Watching in Husavik
DAY 1
Fly to Reykjavik. Flybus hotel transfer to start your Iceland holiday
Fly to Reykjavik where on arrival take the convenient Flybus to Hotel Centrum to start your Iceland Holiday.
The rest of the day is free. You can Download the Suggested things to do in Reykjavik at the bottom of this page. Reykjavik is home to some of the best seafood restaurants you will find anywhere in the world. On recommendation is the Perlan restaurant, which gently rotates and provides spectacular panoramic views of Reykjavik.Take in the views and enjoy superb cuisine!
Overnight in Reykjavik.
The rest of the day is free. You can Download the Suggested things to do in Reykjavik at the bottom of this page. Reykjavik is home to some of the best seafood restaurants you will find anywhere in the world. On recommendation is the Perlan restaurant, which gently rotates and provides spectacular panoramic views of Reykjavik.Take in the views and enjoy superb cuisine!
Overnight in Reykjavik.
DAY 2
Supertruck Golden Circle Tour & Snowmobiling on Langjokull glacier
After breakfast venture out on a full day 4WD super truck adventure to witness some of the Iceland’s dramatic landscapes. Visit the spectacular Gullfoss waterfall, the Geyser area where every 5 minutes an eruption takes place and feel the becalming beauty of Pingvellir. Walk through the spectacular mini rift valley, home to the world’s first democratic parliament , established by the Vikings in 930.
The icing on the cake is a one hour snowmobile drive on Langjokull glacier.
Drop back at hotel early evening and the rest of the day at leisure to explore Reykjavik's wonderful restarants and active nightlife.
The icing on the cake is a one hour snowmobile drive on Langjokull glacier.
Drop back at hotel early evening and the rest of the day at leisure to explore Reykjavik's wonderful restarants and active nightlife.
DAY 3
Fly to Akureyri, Drive to Husavik for Whale Watching Adventure.
After a breakfast a driver will transfer you to the domestic airport for your flight to Akureyri. On arrival pick up your hire car and drive to Husavik (1 hour) to start your whale watching experience.
The charming town of Husavik is an authentic fishing town filled with colourful houses and a restaurant right on the harbour serving fresh local seafood. We would recommend you visit the Whale museum with its fascinating insights, whale skeletons and gain an insight into the whale research in the area.
This afternoon venture out in a traditional oak fishing boat on a 3 hour trip in search of Humpback, Orcas, Blue and Minke Whales. All the skippers have over 10 years of whale searching under their belts and have an incredible 98% success rate since 1995!
The Whale Watching tours run through the day so you can choose a different time if you prefer. For example between June - mid August you can take a very evocative evening Whale Watching 3hr trip under the Midnight Sun!
On all trips warm overalls, hats and gloves as well as blankets are provided. Hot chocolate, cinnamon rolls as well as the "Captains Privilege" are all on hand!
Overnight in Husavik.
The charming town of Husavik is an authentic fishing town filled with colourful houses and a restaurant right on the harbour serving fresh local seafood. We would recommend you visit the Whale museum with its fascinating insights, whale skeletons and gain an insight into the whale research in the area.
This afternoon venture out in a traditional oak fishing boat on a 3 hour trip in search of Humpback, Orcas, Blue and Minke Whales. All the skippers have over 10 years of whale searching under their belts and have an incredible 98% success rate since 1995!
The Whale Watching tours run through the day so you can choose a different time if you prefer. For example between June - mid August you can take a very evocative evening Whale Watching 3hr trip under the Midnight Sun!
On all trips warm overalls, hats and gloves as well as blankets are provided. Hot chocolate, cinnamon rolls as well as the "Captains Privilege" are all on hand!
Overnight in Husavik.
DAY 4
Visit Lake Myvatn, Godafoss and Dettifloss Waterfalls, Krafla Caldera.
Today explore, using your hire car, some of North Iceland's stunning Nature. Recommended are the majestic Godafoss waterfall - one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Iceland as well as Dettifoss Europe's most powerfull waterfall.
Also recommended is a visit to the beautiful Lake Myvatn created 2300 years ago by a basaltic lava eruption and now teeming with bird life. Geothermal activity abounds and fascinating lava shapes and lava pillars can be seen in all directions.
Krafla with its dramatic 800m high Caldera and 10km diameter should not be missed. In fact the region abounds with natural wonders! Overnight in Husavik.
Also recommended is a visit to the beautiful Lake Myvatn created 2300 years ago by a basaltic lava eruption and now teeming with bird life. Geothermal activity abounds and fascinating lava shapes and lava pillars can be seen in all directions.
Krafla with its dramatic 800m high Caldera and 10km diameter should not be missed. In fact the region abounds with natural wonders! Overnight in Husavik.
Day 5
Fly to Reykjavik. Blue Lagoon Experience and Flight Home.
Drive back to Akureyri, return hire car and fly to Reykjavik. You will be transferred to Iceland’s most famous attraction, the Blue Lagoon. (Entrance fee not included)
Enjoy bathing and relaxing in the geothermal seawater, known for its positive effects on the skin. In addition to bathing there is a sauna with a view of the lagoon, a steam bath with white walls that resemble silica mud, and a cosy steam bath carved into a lava cave.
Finally you will be dropped off at the airport for your flight home after your Whale Watching Break in Iceland or you may wish to extend for a few days to go and stay in the South of Iceland at Hotel Ranga right in the heart of the raw Iceland.
Enjoy bathing and relaxing in the geothermal seawater, known for its positive effects on the skin. In addition to bathing there is a sauna with a view of the lagoon, a steam bath with white walls that resemble silica mud, and a cosy steam bath carved into a lava cave.
Finally you will be dropped off at the airport for your flight home after your Whale Watching Break in Iceland or you may wish to extend for a few days to go and stay in the South of Iceland at Hotel Ranga right in the heart of the raw Iceland.
Make an enquiry
Call 01722 744695
Price per person: From £1,245
Includes Flights with WOW from Stansted leaving on Wed, 4 nights Accommodation with breakfast (Husavik Cottages, Hotel Reykjavik Centrum), Activities, airport transfers, car hire, Guides
Flights from Gatwick and Heathrow available most other days and Luton on a Sunday
Flights from Gatwick and Heathrow available most other days and Luton on a Sunday
A La Carte Optional Extras
Whale Watching on Sail Boat
6 course Tasting Menu at Fjalakötturinn Restaurant - Reykjavik
Individuals Snowmobiles on Golden Circle
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Whale Watching on Sail Boat
This is a unique 4 hr sailing tour on a gaff rigged traditional wooden schooner that combines whale watching, puffin bird watching and a sailing adventure. On board you will experience the past by setting sails and assisting the skipper in helming.
A Sailing outfit will be lent to you to keep you warm and dry, as will the Hot chocolate, cinnamon rolls and the "captains privilege"!
Price per person: From £21 (Upgrade and instead of Standard Whale Watching tour)
A Sailing outfit will be lent to you to keep you warm and dry, as will the Hot chocolate, cinnamon rolls and the "captains privilege"!
Price per person: From £21 (Upgrade and instead of Standard Whale Watching tour)
6 course Tasting Menu at Fjalakötturinn Restaurant - Reykjavik
The Reykjavik Centrum Hotel offers a super 6 course Tasting Menu - Not one to be rushed! They take pride in offering a real Reykjavík atmosphere in the historic buildings tasting traditional Icelandic & Scandinavian dishes. Reykjavik is famous for its fresh fish so expect Lobster and Fresh Fish as well as delicious lamb and an indulgent chocolate pudding.
The restaurant has also won the Wine Spectators award of excellence for the exclusive wine list and selected wines are offered with every course.
Price Per Person: From £105
The restaurant has also won the Wine Spectators award of excellence for the exclusive wine list and selected wines are offered with every course.
Price Per Person: From £105
Individuals Snowmobiles on Golden Circle
If you would rather have a snowmobile each on the Snowmobile ride on the Golden Circle Activity rather than share between 2 of you then there is an extra cost.
Price Per Person: From £25 per person
Price Per Person: From £25 per person
A La Carte Extensions
Hotel Budir Romantic Hideaway Extension
Romantic 2 night stay in one of the most dramatically located and peaceful hotels in the world
Occasionally we find a little treasure which exceeds every expectation. Hotel Budir is one such gem. Situated in the most breathtaking setting imaginable, depending on which window you look out of you can view mountains, glaciers, lava fields, volcanoes and the sea.
With no other building (besides a wonderful 19th century church - perfect for away from it all weddings!) this is the perfect place to relax and recharge surrounded by some of the most dramatic landscape you will have the privilege of ' owning' for your stay. The hotel has one of the best restaurants in Iceland and this combined with a good wine list keeps the Gourmand satisfied too.
The Sneafellsjokull which backs on to the hotel provided the inspiration for Jules Verne's epic, Journey to the Centre of the Earth and for the more active adventurer we recommend a number of extra options. From snowmobiling, horse riding, fishing or simply venturing out on foot you are never far away from a simple pleasure that will take your breath away.
Our recommended break is for two nights here and we can arrange your car hire and other details. Budir is a 3 hour drive from Reykjavik through majestic scenery and isolation.
With no other building (besides a wonderful 19th century church - perfect for away from it all weddings!) this is the perfect place to relax and recharge surrounded by some of the most dramatic landscape you will have the privilege of ' owning' for your stay. The hotel has one of the best restaurants in Iceland and this combined with a good wine list keeps the Gourmand satisfied too.
The Sneafellsjokull which backs on to the hotel provided the inspiration for Jules Verne's epic, Journey to the Centre of the Earth and for the more active adventurer we recommend a number of extra options. From snowmobiling, horse riding, fishing or simply venturing out on foot you are never far away from a simple pleasure that will take your breath away.
Our recommended break is for two nights here and we can arrange your car hire and other details. Budir is a 3 hour drive from Reykjavik through majestic scenery and isolation.
Price per person: From £366
Includes 2 nights Accommodation with breakfast at Hotel Budir, Car Hire
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