46 PRE AND POST PROGRAMS Seljalandsfoss Waterfall SOUTH COAST ADVENTURE On this comfortable coach tour, we travel along Iceland’s scenic south shore to Vik, a village anked by high cli s and black sand beaches. Along the way we stop at Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, and Skogar Folk museum to see how Icelanders lived in past centuries. All day long there are stunning views of glaciers, coastlines and impressive rock formations. Duration: Approx. 10 hrs GOLDEN CIRCLE This eclectic journey takes visitors to the world famous Geysir area with its active geysers, and Gullfoss waterfall, which plunges 230 feet (70 meters) in three stages into a narrow rock chasm. The journey continues into Thingvellir National Park, where Iceland’s ancient parliament convened, and the hot spring of Nesjavellir. On the way back to the capital, we brie y stop at the former bishopric of Skalholt and visit the greenhouses of Fridheimar. Duration: Approx. 8 hours SILVER CIRCLE HELICOPTER TOUR Taking o from Reykjavik, the helicopter glides above Hval ordur Fjord and impressive Glymur waterfall, which cascades 640 feet (195 meters) down a volcanic cli . We then y into Thingvellir National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) to get a bird’s-eye-view of the ri valley that separates the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. Finally we soar over Mt. Hengill volcano and its active geothermal eld of steamy wonders and nearby geothermal power plant. Duration: Approx. 1.5 hrs SOUTH COAST OF ICELAND WITH GLACIER HIKE If you want to get up close and personal with a glacier and see the most popular spots on the south coast of Iceland then this tour is for you. You’ll see 2 classical Icelandic waterfalls, Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss. A er that, it’s time to strap on a pair of crampons, grab your ice pick and helmet and hike on the ice, through twists and turns on the glacier of Solheimajokull. This is an experience you won’t forget! Duration: Approx. 12 hrs SUPER JEEP SAFARI LANDMANNALAUGAR HIGHLANDS REGION This audacious tour starts with a rough and tumble ride in specially equipped 4x4 vehicles into the Thjorsa Valley to explore the colorful highland area of Landmannalaugar. Hiking trails lead into the surrounding mountains and along the banks of Ljotipollur crater lake. There’s also time to enjoy a dip in one of the freshwater springs which dot this amazing landscape. Duration: Approx. 10-12 hrs Day Excursions Why not stay a little longer? Our pre- or post-cruise programs perfectly complement your voyage on one of our ships. Whether it’s a self-drive car trip, additional hotel nights or a helicopter tour to one of the largest waterfalls in Iceland, you design your ultimate Iceland adventure. Photostop South Coast Photo: Erwin Neu Specially equipped 4x4 vehicles
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