Iceland
 THE
VIKING CHALLENGE
Variety of Sports & Activity
5
days
Fridays -
2006
Jun 23
Jul 07, 21
Aug 04, 18
This new tour (Grade 2) is based in the North of
Iceland at the village Varmahlíð in Skagafjörður. Skagafjördur is well
known for being the largest horse breeding area in Iceland as well as
offering many interesting activities for travellers. You will walk on the
mountain Mælifell, visit the island of Drangey, ride through beautiful
landscapes plus white river rafting on the magnificent Jökulsá river.
Accommodation for the 3 nights will be the new Hestasport wooden chalets
offering private facilites and a natural hot pool at the center to relax
in after an adventurous day out. In Reykjavík you will stay at the
Borgartún Guest House close to the swimming pool and sporting arena.
You
can add the "Viking Challege South" Tour to this for a real experience.
Or, extra days and other tours can be added.
FRI
REYKJAVIK - BORGARFJODUR - VARMAHLID (Hiking)
We begin our travel from Reykjavik to Borgarfjörður where we visit the
beautiful waterfalls of Hraunfossar, here the water comes running from
under the lava and into the Hvítá river. We then visit Deildartunguhver
one of the most voluminous hot springs in Europe. Our walk today will be
approximately 3-4 hours.
Accommodation for the
next three nights is in Varmahlid in comfortable wooden chalets with
private facilities. Nearby your chalet is a hot tub. Dinner.
 SAT
VARMAHLID (Hiking & Rafting)
In the morning we climb to the summit of
Mælifell mountain (1147 meters) overlooking the beautiful Skagafjörður
countryside and the central highlands. This will be followed by some white
river rafting through the exciting gorges on Jökulsá austari for
approximately 3 hours. Tonight we enjoy a real and typical icelandic BBQ.
SUN
VARMAHLID (Horse Riding & Sea Fishing)
Today we enjoy a 3 hour horse riding tour,
followed by a boat trip to the island of Drangey famous for its bird life.
During the boat trip we will have the opportunity to try our luck at some
sea fishing. Should the weather not allow the sailing to Drangey we will
visit one of the most beautiful valleys in the North of Iceland and walk
up to Lake Hraunsvatn. Dinner.
MON
VARMAHLID - REYKJAVIK (Sightseeing)
We start the day with a visit to the folk
museum at Glaumbær. Then across the highlands heading south on the route
Kjölur between the glaciers of Langjökull and Hofsjökull to the hot
springs at Hveravellir. We stop by the majestic waterfall Gullfoss and
Iceland’s most famous hot spring at Geysir. Before returning to Reykjavik
we visit the Þingvellir National Park, site of the old Viking Parliament.
Overnight at Borgatun Guest House in Reykjavík.
TUE
REYKJAVIK
After breakfast, the
tour ends.
FROM:
$ 1955 per person double
$ 440 single
supplement
INCLUDES:
-4 nights accommodation with private
facilities
-Daily Breakfast, 3 Dinners
-Transportation by Deluxe Touring Coach
-Sightseeing per itinerary
-Tour Escort
-All specialist
equipment for horse riding, river rafting and fishing
-Special Certificate highlighting achievements
-Tax and Service Charges
(PLEASE INQUIRE FOR AIR
FARES FROM USA)
NOT INCLUDED:
Porterage at hotels and
between hotel & coach
Note:
It is necessary to book additional nights before and after the tour in
Reykjavik
GJT
120205
Viking Challege South
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