City Breaks NEW YEAR'S OFFER TO ICELAND

When you touch down in Iceland your transfer awaits you once you are through customs check. Enjoy the airport shuttle transfer to your hotel in Reykjavik while admiring the volcanic nature of Iceland. If the time allows you are free to explore Iceland's capital city on your own. 

Today we will explore the wonders of the Golden Circle. We start with a visit to the Thingvellir National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site. This special site is home to the oldest existing national parliament in the world, the Althingi which played a major role in the history of Iceland. During our stroll through the park, we will see countless crevices that bear witness to the drifting apart of the North American and Eurasian continental plates.

Our next stop is the mighty waterfall Gullfoss, also known as the Golden Falls, which is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the country. You will also get to explore the active geothermal area of Haukadalur which contains the most active geyser Strokkur, which eruptes hot water up to 80 ft into the sky every 5-10 minutes.  

Next, we are going to have an early dinner experience at the charming Ingolfsskali Viking Restaurant. Enjoy an authentic Icelandic holiday dinner transporting you back to an era where nature served as the primary inspiration. After dinner, we will hunt for the Northern Lights out at the Faxafloi Bay where we might get the perfect picture of the majestic Northern Lights and the City. 

Enjoy a guided Reykjavík City Tour and explore the highlights of Iceland’s exciting capital. We see the charming city center, the Parliament, the harbour and Hallgrímskirkja church, whose steeple is a landmark. We pass the Harpa concert hall and visit the Pearl, a remarkable building and viewpoint. The city tour ends at 4:00 pm providing guests time to recharge and prepare for new years evening.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting holiday spirit of Reykjavík as you embark on a captivating walking tour. As you stroll through the festively adorned streets you will discover Icelandic Christmas traditions along with unique customs and rituals that mark the arrival of the new year. You will hear tales of the fearsome Christmas Cat and the 13 intriguing Yule Lads along with their mother, Grýla. But that is not all! You will have a chance to savour some Christmas treats and beverages cherished by Icelanders, with tempting samples along the way.

At 6:00 pm you will be transferred from your hotel to Perlan where you will be greeted with a welcome drink and the option to see Áróra, the Northern Lights Planetarium show. Around 7:30 pm, the festive 4-course Gala dinner will start with wine pairing. Later during the evening, there will be a music performance and a DJ who will keep up the party throughout the evening. Guests have exclusive access to the observation deck that has 360° view over Reykjavík’s capital area. A transfer from Perlan will leave every 30 minutes from 00:30 am.

We depart from Reykjavik at 10 am to explore the Reykjanes peninsula, renowned for its dramatic seashores, intriguing geology, lunar-like landscapes, lava fields, and charming fishing villages. Our journey then includes a quick stop at Bessastadir, the official residence of the President of Iceland. The guided tour continues to various remarkable sites such as the Bridge between the continents, the Gunnuhver hot spring area, the Brimketill viewpoint, and the lighthouse at the edge of the Reykjanes peninsula, which is a UNESCO Global Geopark. Lunch is at the Northern Light Inn restaurant. In the afternoon, we’ll arrive at the Blue Lagoon, an oasis in the lava created by a nearby geothermal power plant. Here, you can enjoy a refreshing bath or a swim in the pleasantly warm, mineral-rich water, well-known for its healing properties.

For the final meal, we head to the well-known modern Iceland steakhouse, Hereford. They’re known for their Culinary Experience, celebrating a fusion of flavours in every delectable bite.

Depending on your departure flight time you can spend the morning in Reykjavik before you take the airport shuttle transfer back to Keflavik International airport for the flight back.