Company Profile 2017 - 2018
About us With a scheduled bus service coordinated with each departing and arriving flight, we are committed to providing the best Reykjavik Excursions-Kynnisferðir was founded in 1968 and possible connections for visitors to our beautiful country. has over the last decades grown into one of the largest tour Additional, to transfers between Keflavík International operators in Iceland, offering a range of quality tours and Airport and BSÍ Bus Terminal, we offer drop off and pick up services for individuals and groups. service at designated bus stops, and at selected hotels and guesthouses in Reykjavík. Our staff is comprised of well educated and experienced professionals, who are as easy-going and flexible as they Our day tours allow you to experience so many of the most are dependable. stunning and exotic places in Iceland. Should you have special wishes, our dedicated team of planning experts We operate one of the largest coach fleets in Iceland which are there to listen to your needs and tailor-make tours can take you to all the most beautiful spots in our country, to fit your requirements. Should you want added flexibility however remote. All our coaches are equipped with free and freedom, our Iceland On Your Own program might be Wi-Fi. Reykjavik Excursions is a fully licensed tour operator just the thing for you – or, alternatively, you may want to and travel agent. Moreover, we are extremely proud to be hire one of our coaches or mini-buses, with a driver, the first Icelandic tour operator to be granted the ISO 14001 to take you where you want to go. certification for environmental management from the British Back in Reykjavík, our Hop On - Hop Off double-decker Standard Institute (BSI). The company has a gold class buses are very popular and allow you to take in the city’s certification for their environmental and quality system main sights easily and comfortably. from Vakinn. Vakinn is the official quality and environmental system for Icelandic tourism, and its aim is to strengthen For those who want to have complete control over their both quality and safety in tourism using guidance and support, travels, Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers only the newest cars as well as to develop a sense of social responsibility. We are in all categories at competitive prices. also Iceland’s only company with a Global Passenger Network membership, which is an international association founded to promote the highest standards in coach operations worldwide. Reykjavik Excursions has operated the leading bus service between Iceland’s capital Reykjavík and Keflavík International Airport – Flybus – since 1979.2
Reykjavik Excursions – Company ProfileWe look forward to serving you atone of our two sales offices – atthe BSÍ Bus Terminal in Reykjavíkor at Keflavík International Airport.You can also feel free to contact usthrough our website, www.re.is 3
We warmly welcome you to our wonderful country of the and æ (pronounced like ‘I’). If you find the idea of trying to midnight sun and northern lights, erupting geysers and speak Icelandic daunting, don’t worry: almost everyone in cascading waterfalls, rugged mountains and stunning Iceland speaks English, and most Icelanders also learn one vistas, otherworldly landscapes and magical myths and or more languages, most commonly the Nordic languages, so much, much more. German, French or Spanish. Population Icelandic names Iceland has a population of some 340,000 people. The area Icelanders still use patronyms – and increasingly of the country is 103,000 km2, so that’s about three people matronyms – instead of surnames. This means that to every square kilometre. Two-thirds of the population live an Icelander will usually take his or her father’s (and in the capital Reykjavík, while the remainder is scattered sometimes mother’s) first name and add –son or –dóttir. mainly around the coastal regions. A century ago, around Thus a brother and sister whose father’s name is Jón 3% of Icelanders lived in urban areas. Today the trend has would be Jónsson and Jónsdóttir, respectively. A family of been completely reversed, with around 3% of Icelanders four would then have three or four different last names. living in rural areas. However, this does not worry the Icelanders since they always go by their first names, anyway. That is why, for Language instance, you will find the Icelanders listed by their first names in the telephone directory, and why children call Icelanders speak Icelandic, an Indo-European language their elders, including teachers, friends’ parents and even belonging to the Germanic or Nordic branch of languages. the president, by their first names. The Icelandic language has remained relatively unchanged since the settlement of the country in the late 800s AD. Despite everyone having patronyms and matronyms, there That makes it somewhat grammatically complex especially are a few families that have surnames, but they also keep when accounting for some of the special Icelandic their patronyms and/or matronyms. characters, like þ (a voiced ‘th’ sound), ð (a softer ‘th’ sound),4
Reykjavik Excursions – Company ProfileThe Seasons on horseback to collect their sheep and lambs from their summer pastures out in the wilderness. They are herded Spring back to corrals where the sheep are sorted accordingSpring in Iceland is a time of rejoicing. After a dark winter, to their respective owners and festivity abounds, withIcelanders embrace the lengthening of the days. As the everyone invited to take part. Fall is also the season oftrees bud, flowers bloom, the light grows more brilliant festivals, when the Iceland Airwaves music festival, theby the day and migrating birds return to build their nests; Reykjavík Jazz Festival, Reykjavík Literature Festival,it is almost impossible not to be happy. Reykjavík International Film Festival draw visitors from all over the world for cultural enjoyment and general fun. SummerThis is the season of the midnight sun when the light is Wintermost exquisite and Icelandic nature shows off its magicalbeauty. For a few weeks around the summer solstice on If you think winter in Iceland consists of one long stretchJune 21 the sun never sets, merely dips below the horizon, of darkness with a bit of snow thrown in – think again!casting a subdued and enchanted light across the land. Certainly parts of Iceland get only about 3-4 hours of fullIcelanders kick into high gear in the summer, activities daylight around the winter solstice on December 21 but theand festivals abound, and the night is always young. hours before and after that daylight are often filled with the most exquisite kind of light you can imagine as the sunrise Fall and sunset each last for several hours. Of course, winterThis is the season of the fading light and the beautiful is also the time of the wondrous Northern Lights, one ofsunsets. It is also when the countryside is covered with the most spectacular sights known to man. And the adventwild crowberries and blueberries and Icelanders take to Christmas in December is a chapter onto itself, asto the hills to fill containers and bellies, returning with Icelanders throw themselves into the holiday season withhappy smiles and blue around the mouth. This is also fervour. On New Year’s Eve, the mother of all parties takeswhen the fall round-up takes place, as farmers head out place, as fireworks are sold unrestricted to the general public and fired off at midnight. 5
HORNBJARG ÍSAFJÖRÐUR GLÁMA Húnaflói LÁTRA- BJARG FLATEY BLANDA Breiðafjörður STYKKISHÓLMUR KIRKJUFELL ARNARVATNSHEIÐI HELLISSANDUR RE-17 GRUNDARFJÖRÐUR SNÆFELLSNES ARNARSTAPI NORÐURÁ Eiríks- KJÖLUR Ho DJÚPALÓNSSANDUR jökull Faxaflói SRE-34 Lang- SRE-44 SRE-36 jökull AG-40 BORGARNES SRE-96 RE-04 AKRANES SRE-74 RE-24 SRE-64 RED-01 HO-01 LAUGARVATN ÞJÓRSÁ RE-05 ÞINGVELLIR GEYSIR GULLFOSS REYKJAVÍK SRE-55 WH-02 SRE-46 KEFLAVÍK RE-62 REYKJADALUR HEKLA RE- AIRPORT REYKJANESBÆR LAND HVERAGERÐI LA SRE-93 RE-06 SRE-26 SELFOSS BLUE LAGOON SRE-K9R2ÝSUVÍK ÞORLÁKSHÖFN HELLA GRINDAVÍK HVOLSVÖLLUR Mýrd jöku ÞÓRSMÖRK SRE-8 Eyjafjalla SELJALANDSFOSS jökull SRE-83 SRE-8 SKÓGAFOSS SRE-8 VESTMANNAEYJAR RE-1 DYRHÓLAEY REYNISFJARA SURTSEY6
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Individuals - Day Tours & Flybus At Reykjavik Excursions we are proud to offer an extensive Whether you want to experience the magnificent range of day tours to many of Iceland’s most beautiful Northern Lights, see the incredible Jökulsárlón glacial places, as well as tours of our lovely capital city, Reykjavík. lagoon, experience the otherworldly colour palette of Landmannalaugar in Iceland’s interior, visit a hothouse Our day tours are packed with diverse experiences for (greenhouse) to learn about the role of geothermal heat you to enjoy. Just about any activity associated with our in growing vegetables, come with us to the amazing beautiful country is offered by our company. A number of Blue Lagoon, or any number of other amazing activities, our most popular excursions have been augmented with we have the tour for you. extra activities, giving our clients the chance to pack the greatest possible adventure into their day. For example, • Multiple departure times our vastly popular Golden Circle tour may be taken as-is, • Guidance in many languages or in conjunction with a snowmobiling adventure atop one • Vehicles of varied shapes & sizes of our glaciers, an hour-long ATV excursion, a visit to a • Free WiFi in all buses steam bath built over a natural hot spring or a horse • USB ports in selected vehicles riding excursion. • Personal service • Great Agent Log-in All of our tours are guided in English, and many also in • 24 hour call centre German, French, Spanish and the Scandinavian languages. Our professional guides are all specially trained and certified, and bring their expertise, knowledge and unique character into the mix. Additionally, a few of our tours are offered with audio guidance.8
Reykjavik Excursions – Company ProfileGroups & Tailor Made ServicesAt Reykjavik Excursions we pride ourselves on meetingour clients’ needs. Our team of experienced planningprofessionals is able, ready, willing and waiting to tailoryour Iceland itinerary to your specific requirements.Whether you are a group of three or 300 people (or evenmore), we can make your dream holiday come true.Throwing a stag party for a friend? Escorting a group ofvenerable seniors on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure?Bringing over a group of teenagers for an educational fieldtrip combined with a rocking great time?If you dream of waterfalls or glaciers – we can show youboth. If you want to look at a tranquil lake we can take youthere. If you want some action – we´ll give you action! Wecannot promise your group good weather – only weather ofall kinds.Get in touch and tell us what you would like to experiencein Iceland and we’ll come back with suggestions and ideasfor your perfect excursions and experiences. 9
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Reykjavik Excursions – Company Profile IN CONNECTION WITH EVERY FLIGHT Flybus Klettagarðar Skarfagarðar Reykjavik Excursions has operated the Flybus, the main bus Skarfagarðar Laugarnestangi Skarfagarðar service between Iceland’s capital Reykjavík and Keflavík International Airport, since 1979. The Flybus, known Héðinsgata forKöllunarklettsvegur REYKJAVÍK its efficient and reliable connections, is coSoæbrrautdinated Kleppsbakki with all arriving and departing flights, around the clock, Klettagarðar Sægarðar Kleppur holidays included. The Flybus departs from Reykjavík’sKleppsvegur Korngarðar Kleppsgarðar dmraoipnobfuf asttedremsiginnaal,teBdSbÍ.uWs estaodpdsi,tiaonndaLaulagarlnesytvegurSæbraut offer pick up or Brekkulækur selected hotels Sundagarðar and guesthouses in ReykjavíkKirkjusandur at specific times during Sundagarðar KEFLAVÍK IaptnhStaæberasatuthsddeedaniyBt,giloaeuntreastoLntaotehgxoeotrrorafner.cgooTmushlatet.rLhaugaBrnFeesveglulr auyHrísbaiteeigrurupLsoa,rgRtoetohLyaugnakelækur,jaoavRpauðiadlætkkurieoEBlungðiuxLlcæeikruucolriækouurfurssstioloypnwpsianorgfmfRaeuðalærkurs AIRPORT Sundaborg Sundabakki Selvogsgrunn Dalbraut BLUE LAGOON Sundabakki SelvogsgrunnBorgartún Sæbraut pool of powder-blueSundlaugavegur water rich in minerals and renowned Selvogsgrunn Vatnagarðar Jökulgrunn Kleppsvegur faotrtriatscthioenasli.nAgLausgarnepsveigurrtoisHprísateiegulr orctiaetsedis one of Iceland’s best-knownSundlaugavegur closeHraunteigur to Keflavík International Gulleigur Brúnavegur Reykjavegur Airport, many passengers opt to visit the Blue Lagoon Kleifarvegur Austurbrún Norðurbrún Vesturbrún Kirkjuteigur either on arrival or departure from the country.Helgateigur Silfurteigur Please note that passengersHofteigur need to prebook a ticket to the Blue Lagoon.LaugateigurKringlumýrabraut Dragavegur Sigtún Gulleigur Hofteigur Austurbrún Kleppsskaft Kambsvegur SægarðarHátún Hjallavegur Langholtsvegur Laugateigur Vesturbrún EfstasundÁsvegur Skipasund Sigtún Reykjavegur Sæviðarsund Hólsvegur Sæbraut Vatnagarðar Dyngjuvegur ÁSMUNDARSAFN Engjavegur Hólsvegur Kleppsvegur Engjateigur LAUGARDALUR Suðuarlandsbraut braut 11
Blue Lagoon Transfer Blue Lagoon Transfer* Included Pick up - Including admisson Return bus fare. Up to 30 minutes before departure. Included Pick up Return bus fare Up to 30 minutes & admission to before departure. the Blue Lagoon. Available until 1 March 2018. Blue Lagoon Premium Blue Lagoon Comfort Included Pick up Included Pick up Return bus fare & Up to 30 minutes Return bus fare & Up to 30 minutes Premium admission before departure. Comfort admission before departure. to the Blue Lagoon. to the Blue Lagoon. CONNECTION!12
Blue Lagoon TO FROMBLUE LAGOON BLUE LAGOON FROM TOBSÍ* KEF Airport Reykjavík KEF Airport07:00 07:30 10:15 11:00 Make your Iceland adventure08:00 08:30 11:15 12:00 even better by bathing in the09:00 09:30 12:15 13:00 world famous Blue Lagoon.10:00 10:30 13:15 14:0011:00 11:30 14:15 15:00 With Reykjavik Excursions you can travel to12:00 12:30 15:15 16:00 the Blue Lagoon when arriving or departing13:00 13:30 16:15 17:00 through Keflavík International Airport,14:00 17:15 19:00 from your Reykjavík accommodation or15:00 15:30 18:15 21:00 in combination with selected day tours.16:00 16:30 19:15 23:0017:00 17:30 20:15 You can safely store your luggage at18:00 21:15 the Blue Lagoon for a reasonable fee.19:00 * BSÍ BUS 22:1520:00 TERMINAL 23:15 Swimsuits and towels can be rented21:00 00:15 or bought on the spot.22:00 01:15 Reykjavik Excursions reserves the right to alter theValid 26 May - 20 Aug. Valid 1 May - 31 Aug. Valid 1 Jan - 1 Oct. timetables without further notice due to possible changesValid 30 June - 20 Aug. Valid 1 May - 30 Sept. Valid 15 May - 20 Aug. in flight schedules and Blue Lagoon opening hours. For further information, please visit our websiteADMISSION AND TRANSFER MUST www.re.isBE BOOKED & PAID IN ADVANCE ON WWW.RE.IS 13
We offer a grand selection The Golden Circle RE04 / All Year of Golden Circle tours in combination with The Golden Circle includes a few of Iceland’s most Available different activities. stunning sites; Þingvellir, Gullfoss and Geysir. Several departures Duration throughout the day. Þingvellir National Park is a historical and geological 09:00 -17:00 All Year wonder where the American and Eurasian tectonic14 plates pull the country apart at a rate of a few Guidance Mon, Tue, Thu & Sat centimetres per year. At Geysir geothermal area, Daily Fri we will see the hot spring Strokkur shoot a column Sun of water high up into the air every 4-8 minutes. Mon & Thu Gullfoss waterfall is a two-step waterfall filled Included with melt water from Langjökull glacier and Bus fare, guided tour & tumbles into a deep crevice. a visit to Friðheimar cultivation centre. Additionally, we visit the Friðheimar greenhouse cultivation centre, where we learn about the magic Pick up behind growing delicious, pesticide-free tomatoes Up to 30 minutes before with the aid of geothermal heat which Iceland has in abundance. H8oursdeparture. The classic Golden Circle with a sustainable twist!
Golden Circle ToursGolden Circle Direct RE24 / All YearOn this Golden Circle Direct tour, we will go to Geysir Availablegeothermal area, Gullfoss waterfall and ÞingvellirNational Park, all within the space of six hours. Duration 10:30 -16:30 All YearAt Geysir geothermal area, we can see the fountain 12:30 -18:30 All Yeargeyser erupt every few minutes. We will also visitGullfoss waterfall, one of Iceland's most spectacular Guidancewaterfalls and Þingvellir National Park, where Dailyyou can stand between the North-American and Thu & Sun *Eurasian tectonic plates. *Only at 12.30.Join us on Iceland's most popular excursion! Included Bus fare & guided tour. Pick up Up to 30 minutes before departure. H6ours 15
The Golden Circle SRE74 / All Year& Fontana Wellness AvailableThis tour combines the very popular Golden Circle tourwith a visit to the geothermal baths at Laugarvatn Duration GuidanceFontana. We visit the high-temperature Geysir 09:00 -18:30 Dailygeothermal area, Gullfoss waterfall, ÞingvellirNational Park and Laugarvatn Fontana. Included Bus fare, guided tour, a tasteAt Laugarvatn Fontana, we will get a first-hand of rye bread & admission toexperience of how locals use hot springs for Laugarvatn Fontana.baking bread. We will be offered to take a shortwalk (2 min.) down to the lake shore and observe Pick upa rye bread being taken out of a hot spring. Up to 30 minutes before departure.Afterwards we will go to the geothermal hotpools, where we can check out their sauna, which Additional informationhas a great view over Laugarvatn, three natural Swimsuits and towels can begeothermal steam baths or even take a dip into rented on the spot.Laugarvatn lake.Experience the beauty and the wellness of Iceland!Gullfoss, Geysir SRE44 / All Year& LangjökullSnowmobiling AvailableOn this day tour you will get the adventure of a Duration Guidancelifetime - a one-hour snowmobile ride on Iceland’s 09:00 -19:00 Dailysecond largest glacier, Langjökull. RequirementsAdditionally, we will make stops at the stunning The driver needs a validGullfoss waterfall, the high-temperature geothermal driver’s licence.area Geysir with its numerous hot springs andÞingvellir National Park, the site of Iceland‘s Includedancient parliament. Bus fare, guided tour, 1 hour guided snowmobileGet up close with some of Iceland’s tour (2 persons per vehicle),most stunning natural wonders! protective clothing & safety equipment. Optional 1 person per vehicle at extra cost, paid on site when available. Pick up Up to 30 minutes before departure. Children 5 years and younger are not permitted on this tour.Super Jeep & AG40 / All YearSnowmobiling Available- Pearl Tour DurationBoard a super jeep and get in close contact with one 09:00 -19:00 All Yearof Iceland’s most famous places. GuidancePassing through the historical Þingvellir National DailyPark, we head along the mountain tracks towardsthe well known Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss Requirementswaterfall where we can feel the spray of the glacial The driver needs a validwater on our faces. driver’s licence.Next, we get even closer to Iceland’s nature and go Includedfor a snowmobile ride on the Langjökull glacier area, Guided super jeep tour, 1 hourIceland’s second largest glacier. guided snowmobile tour (2 persons per vehicle), protectiveEnjoy breathtaking views! clothing & safety equipment. Optional 1 person per vehicle at extra cost, paid on site when available. Pick up Is operated by Mountaineers, up to 30 minutes before departure. Children 5 years and younger are not permitted on this tour.16
Horse Riding & SRE55 / All Year Golden Circle ToursGolden Circle AvailableThis tour combines an exciting horse riding excursionwith one of our most popular tours – Golden Circle DurationDirect. The day starts by driving to the Eldhestar 09:00 -18:30 All Year.riding centre, located just outside Hveragerði, wherewe head off on our riding tour. The Icelandic horse Guidanceis a unique breed, known for its sturdiness and easy Dailytemperament, and has gained a legion of fans around Thu (not the horse riding part)the world. IncludedWe will take in some of the local sights on horseback Bus fare, guided tour, 1.5 - 2and the riding part ends with a light lunch at Hotel hour guided riding tour,Eldhestar. From there we continue our journey to the protective clothing, safetyGeysir geothermal area, where the erupting geyser equipment & light lunch.Strokkur is the star of the show. We also visit thespectacular Gullfoss waterfall, and Þingvellir Na- Pick uptional Park, with its amazing geology and history. Is operated by Eldhestar between 08:00 & 08:30.For horse and nature lovers! Additional information All riding is on excellent riding paths. Children 6 years and younger are not permitted on this tour.ATV & SRE46 / All YearGolden Circle AvailableATV is a great way to start an exciting day of exploringdifferent terrains on an open-air all-terrain vehicle. DurationThis fun activity is combined with the ever popular 09:30 -18:30 All YearGolden Circle tour. GuidanceThe bikes are fully automatic and easy to handle. DailyThere is no need for any prior experience of driving Thu & Sun (not the ATV part)a quad bike; the guides will be there to help. RequirementsThe second part of the day includes some of the The driver needs a validpopular sites in Iceland; the spectacular waterfall driver’s licence.Gullfoss, the Geysir hot spring area and ÞingvellirNational Park. Included Bus fare, guided tour, 1 hourA great adventure tour! guided ATV tour (2 persons per vehicle), protective clothing & safety equipment. Optional 1 person per vehicle at extra cost, paid on site when available. Pick up Is operated by Safari Quads, up to 30 minutes before departure. Children 5 years and younger are not permitted on this tour.The Golden Circle RED01 / All Year Admission to Laugarvatn Fontana included.- in a Rental Car Available 17The Golden Circle is the classic Icelandic day tour. RequirementsIt includes the famous geothermal area Geysir, The driver needs a valid driver'swith its erupting hot spring Strokkur, the beautiful licence, a credit card and to beGullfoss waterfall, and the UNESCO World Heritage at least 20 years of age.site Þingvellir National Park. IncludedWith the aid of a pre-planned GPS route you can Car rental for 24 hours, GPSnow drive the Golden Circle at your own pace. It navigation system & admissioneven allows for a stop at the wonderful Laugarvatn to Laugarvatn Fontana.Fontana geothermal baths. Pick upYour convenience and comfort is ensured by a Is operated by Safari Quads, upchoice of three different types of cars, all depending to 30 minutes before departureon your preference. The cars are outfitted with allthe necessary safety gear, with Icelandic weather Additional informationin mind. Swimsuits and towels can be rented on the spot.A unique way to enjoy the Icelandic sights!
Experience the northernlights your way withReykjavik Excursions. Warm Baths SRE64 / Seasonal & Cool Lights! Available - Northern Lights Tour Duration This tour includes relaxation, local culinary 18:00 -00:30 1 Sept - 31 March experience and a northern lights hunt. Guidance We drive via the UNESCO site Þingvellir National Park Daily towards Laugarvatn Fontana, where we nourish body and soul by bathing in the geothermal baths. Included Bus fare, guided tour, local style Before bathing, we get to fill up our energy with dinner buffet & admission to a delicatessen from the local style dinner buffet Laugarvatn Fontana. before going to search for the northern lights en route back to Reykjavík. Pick up Up to 30 minutes The northern lights are a natural phenomenon before departure. and sightings are not guaranteed. Additional information Nourish your body and soul! Swimsuits and towels can be rented on the spot. This tour depends on weather & sightings are not guaranteed. Indicated return times can vary. It is not possible to re-book this tour for free if the northern lights do not appear.18
Northern Lights ToursNorthern RE62 / Seasonal If you don’t see any lights on the RE62 tourLights Tour ...you can re-book again for free. AvailableThere is nothing more breathtaking than seeing If you don’t see any lights on the WH02 tourthe northern lights dancing around the sky. Duration ...you can re-book again for free. 19:30 -22:30 16 Oct - 28 FebThe northern lights are caused by the interaction of 21:00 -00:00 16 Oct - 14 March 19particles from the sun with the upper atmosphere 22:00 -01:00 25 Aug - 15 Octnear the North Pole. That creates this wonderful & 15 March - 15 Aprillight effect, known as the aurora borealis. Guidance Tue & SatThe northern lights are a spectacular natural Daily phenomenon, often seen dancing around infantastic colours across the Icelandic Arctic sky. Included Bus fare & guided tour.The locations visited differ from tour to tour sincewe go where it is most likely to see the northern Pick uplights each evening. Up to 30 minutes before departure.A sight not to be missed! Additional information If travelling with young children, we recommend the 19:30 departure. This tour depends on weather & sightings are not guaranteed. Indicated return times can vary.Northern Lights WH02 / Seasonalby Boat AvailableHunting the northern lights from the ocean is anamazing experience. DurationSailing away from the coastline of Reykjavík andseeing the aurora borealis out on the North Atlantic 21:00 1 Oct - 14 MarchOcean with beautiful mountains and the city lightsin the background is something you won’t forget. 22:00 1 - 30 Sept &In only 15 - 30 minutes we will be on a primelocation for viewing the lights. 15 March - 15 AprilSail away into a magical world! Guidance Daily Included Guided boat tour & use of warm overalls. Pick up Is operated by Special Tours & starts 60 minutes before departure. Additional information This tour depends on weather & sightings are not guaranteed.
Glacial Lagoon RE113 / All YearDay Tour By Bus Available- Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon DurationOn this tour to Jökulsárlón, we drive the south shore, 07:30 -22:00 All Yearone of Iceland's most scenic routes. Amongst thestops are by Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss water- Guidance 1 June - 31 Augustfalls, but we we will also see beautiful mountains, Daily 1 June - 31 Augustglaciers and beaches. Tue & Sun 1 June - 31 August Sat 1 Sept - 31 MayWith its enormous and ancient icebergs breakingoff from Vatnajökull glacier, this natural wonder of Wed & Sat Iceland is a sight you absolutely cannot miss. Thelagoon produces a feeling of incredible tranquillity as Includedthe over 1000-year-old ice silently drifts into the lake Bus fare & guided tour.and slowly melts away. OptionalYou may recognise the lagoon from scenes in For a 30 minute guidedBatman Begins, Tomb Raider and two James Bond glacial lagoon boat tour,movies. opt for SRE113, Jökulsárlón Glacial Boat Tour, when available. Pick up Up to 30 minutes before departure. Beautiful scenery all day long!20
Nature ToursGlacial Lagoon Day Tour SRE113 / Seasonal AvailableIncluding Boat Tour- Jökulsárlón Glacial Boat Tour Duration 07:30 -22:00 1 June - 10 OctGet a front row seat to the glacial lagoon as you sail Guidance 1 June - 31 Augustamong the gigantic icebergs and take in the power Daily 1 June - 31 Augustand the peace of this magnificent natural phenomenon. Tue & Sun 1 June - 31 AugustThe lake is a result of Breiðamerkurjökull glacier Sat 1 Sept - 10 Octoberslowly retreating, leaving in its wake the lagoon andthe oddly-shaped icebergs of various sizes. Wed & Sat En route you will see some of Iceland‘s most Includedmagnificent scenery, including Seljalandsfoss and Bus fare & guided tour.Skógafoss waterfalls, the tallest mountain in Iceland,Hvannadalshnjúkur, and the sprawling black sand Includeddesert between Skaftafell National Park and the Bus fare, guided tourlagoon itself. & approx. 30 minute guided boat tour. Pick up Up to 30 minutes before departure.One of Iceland´s most visited places! Additional information Operation of the boat tour depends on weather conditions at Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon. 21
South Shore RE15 / All Year Adventure Available This tour is ideal for nature lovers of all kinds. We drive along the south coast of Iceland, one of the country’s Duration most scenic regions, as far as Vík, a charming village 09:00 -19:00 All Year surrounded by high beautiful bird cliffs. Guidance Along the way we stop at the gorgeous Seljalandsfoss Daily Fri waterfall, which is unique in that you can walk behind Wed Tue it and through to the other side. We also stop at Mon 1 June - 30 Sept the majestic and much photographed Skógafoss waterfall. Included Bus fare & guided tour. Other highlights include a view of the stunning Mýrdalsjökull glacier, the black sand coastline Pick up and the impressive Reynisdrangar rock formations Up to 30 minutes before near Vík. departure. A full day of awe-inspiring sights! Skaftafell RE112 / Seasonal National Park Available Experience the breathtaking scenery, the rugged mountains, and the beautiful glaciers along with a Duration vast variety of plants and wildlife in Skaftafell National 07:30 -22:00 1 June - 30 September Park. Within the park lies half of the largest ice cap in Europe, Vatnajökull, and it is surrounded by glaciers Guidance on three sides. It offers a view of the volcano Laki and the tallest mountain in Iceland, Hvannadalshnjúkur, Daily 1 June - 31 August standing at 2.110 meters high (6.922 feet). Tue & Sun 1 June - 31 August Sat 1 June - 31 August During the approx. four hour stop in the park you Wed & Sat 1 Sept - 30 Sept have a number of exciting options to explore, such as walking to the mystical waterfall Svartifoss Included surrounded by its trademark basalt columns. Bus fare & guided tour. You could take a guided glacial hike, or simply enjoy walking around the park’s expansive network of trails. Pick up Up to 30 minutes before departure. Additional information Remember to bring warm clothing, rain gear & hiking boots. A precious natural pearl in South East Iceland. Landmannalaugar RE92 / Seasonal & Saga Valley Available This unique part of the highlands is one of Iceland’s most awe-inspiring places. Among its main Duration characteristics are the colourful rhyolite mountains 08:00 -20:00 1 July - 31 August with their varying textures, shapes and sizes, and the wonderful natural hot springs, perfect for soaking Guidance in after a day of hiking. Tue, Thu & Sun En route there we drive through Þjórsárdalur valley, Included with its stunningly diverse and colourful landscapes, Bus fare, guided tour & fee and visit a reconstructed medieval farmhouse, which for using Landmannalaugar was, for example, used in Game of Thrones. Here we facilities. also have a fine view of Mt. Hekla, Iceland’s best-known volcano. Pick up Up to 30 minutes before Enjoy the tranquil silence, peace and scenery of departure. these spectacular and magical surroundings. Additional information A paradise for hikers! Light hiking is available on this tour.22
The Wonders RE06 / All Year Nature Toursof Reykjanes AvailableGet to know the Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geoparkwhich includes a visit to the ON Geothermal Energy DurationExhibition in Hellisheiði geothermal power plant, two 09:00 -17:00 All Yeargeothermal sites, Krýsuvík and Gunnuhver, dramaticcoastlines and a shipwreck. Between the lava fields Guidanceand geothermal hot spots, we will get a feeling of the Mon, Wed, Fri & Sunlife and power of this wonderful island. IncludedAmong other stops during the day is the little Bus fare, guided tour &fishing village Grindavík and the “Bridge Between admission to ON Geothermalthe Continents”, where you can stand between the Energy Exhibition.North-American and Eurasian tectonic plates. Ourlast stop of the day is at the Blue Lagoon, where Optionalthose with a prebooked ticket, can soak in the milky Blue Lagoon admission atwater of the lagoon. extra cost, when available.Otherworldly landscapes! Pick up Up to 30 minutes before departure. Passengers that have prebooked and paid for admission to the Blue Lagoon will be dropped off to relax after the day’s adventures.The Wonders Availableof Snæfellsnes DurationThe Snæfellsnes peninsula in West Iceland is almost 08:00 -20:30 All Yearlike a miniature version of the island. In addition to itscharacteristic Snæfellsjökull glacier, there are black Guidancesandy beaches, bird cliffs, spectacular mountains and Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat & Sun All Yearvolcanic craters. On this tour, we will for example stop Sat All Yearat the small fishing villages Arnarstapi and Hellnar,visit Djúpalónssandur beach and pass by the iconic Daily 1 June - 30 SeptKirkjufell mountain. Mon 1 June - 30 Sept Thu 1 June - 30 SeptThe stunning landscape of the peninsula has capturedthe imagination of people all over the world, ever Includedsince Jules Verne wrote the famous science fiction Bus fare & guided tour.novel “Journey to the Centre of the Earth” but thejourney begins at Snæfellsjökull glacier. Pick up Up to 30 minutes before departure.Experience the magic of Snæfellsnes!Fimmvörðuháls SRE83 / SeasonalVolcano Hike AvailableThe Fimmvörðuháls pass from Skógar to Þórsmörkis one of Iceland´s most popular hiking routes. The Durationtrail takes us up from Skógar, along Skógá river and 07:30 -23:45 15 June - 31 Augustpast its many waterfalls. We continue up betweenthe two glaciers, Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull, to Guidancethe recently formed lava and the new craters, Magni Tue, Thu, Fri & Sunand Móði. Here the fresh lava is still steaming underthe surface and the heat of the lava can still be felt. Bring alongHeading down from the craters to the magnificent Warm clothing, rain gear,Þórsmörk glacier valley, we continue to enjoy more hiking boots, lunch, dinner,geological features as well as some amazing views drinks & energy bars.over the highlands of Iceland and the surroundingglaciers. Level DemandingAfter a great but demanding day we leave the fairytale (8 – 10 hours intensive hiking).landskape of Þórsmörk and head back to Reykjavík IncludedOnce in a lifetime experience for all hikers Bus fare, guided hike, hikingand nature enthusiasts! gear & safety equipment. Pick up Up to 30 minutes before departure. Children 15 years and younger are not permitted on this tour. 23
DT01 The newest addition to Reykjavik Excursions coming soon! Reykjavík Duck Tours provides a fun, amphibious, historical sightseeing tour of Reykjavík culminating in a splash into the Reykjavík Old Harbour. Follow us on www.ducktours.is24
Reykjavík City ToursReykjavík RE05 / All YearGrand Excursion Available- City Tour DurationWe will get the highlights of Iceland’s history 13:00 -16:00 All Yearand capital on this tour. Among the stops areHallgrímskirkja church, the tallest church Guidancein Iceland, Bessastaðir, the official residence Daily Wed, Fri & Sunof the Icelandic president, Höfði house where TueReagan and Gorbachev met in 1986 to begin theprocess of ending the Cold War and the latest Includedlandmark in Reykjavík, Harpa Concert Hall. Bus fare & guided tour.The guide will provide you with all the essential Pick upinformation regarding Reykjavík’s rich culture, Up to 30 minutes beforehistory and natural environment. departure.The essential introduction to Iceland’s capital!Hop On - Hop Off HO01 / All YearTake a bus tour with City Sightseeing and explore AvailableReykjavík at your leisure, with the opportunity to Audio Guidancehop on and off at conveniently located bus stops. Íslenska Français Español EnglishWith the best of both worlds; a modern trendy and Deutsch Italiano Svenska Русскийforward-looking city whilst at the same time beingclose to its unspoilt nature, Reykjavík truly is amagical place to behold.Daily all year round from Harpa, every 30 minutesfrom 09:30 to 16:30. Last arrival 17:30 at Harpa.For full schedule and holiday operations, pleasevisit our website www.citysightseeing.is 25
Sólheimasandur, SRE86 / All Year ATV Ride & South Shore Waterfalls Available This tour will let you get in touch with the raw Duration Icelandic black lava sand in South Iceland and 09:00 -19:00 All Year see a famous airplane wreck. Audio Guidance From Reykjavík, we drive towards Mýrdalsjökull, Daily where the volcano Katla is. There we get our ATV‘s and start the adventure. We will cross rivers, go to Requirements the promontory Dyrhólahey, and Sólheimasandur The driver needs a valid beach where the famous airplane wreck is. driver’s licence. On this fun adventurous tour, we will experience Included different landscapes and magnificent Icelandic Bus fare, audioguide, 2 hour flatland. To make this tour even more special, guided ATV tour (2 persons after the ATV tour we will stop at Seljalandsfoss per vehicle), protective and Skógafoss waterfalls. clothing & safety equipment. It's like being on the moon! Pick up Up to 30 minutes before departure. Glacier Adventure SRE80 / All Year - Snowmobiling Available We begin by driving along the south coast of Iceland Duration past the infamous Eyjafjallajökull glacier towards 09:00 -19:00 All Year its spectacular neighbour Mýrdalsjökull glacier. On Mýrdalsjökull we will have an hour long Audio Guidance snowmobiling adventure and in good weather Daily conditions the glacier will provide a stunning view over the Icelandic coastline. Requirements After this exhilirating tour, we will stop at two The driver needs a valid of Iceland's most famous waterfalls; Skógafoss driver’s licence. and Seljalandsfoss. No snowmobiling experience is required, only Included your adventurous appetite. Bus fare, 1 hour guided snowmobile tour (2 persons Come along on the ride of a lifetime! per vehicle), protective clothing & safety equipment. Pick up Up to 30 minutes before departure. Additional information Operation of this tour depends on conditions on the glacier. Children 5 years and younger are not permitted on this tour. Take a Walk SRE81 / All Year on the Ice Side Available - Glacier Walk Duration 09:00 -19:00 All Year On our way to Sólheimajökull glacier, we will pass Audio Guidance Eyjafjallajökull volcano that erupted with the world Daily famous bang in 2010. A little further on is the Sólheimajökull glacier tongue which extends Included down from Mýrdalsjökull. Bus fare, approx. 2 - 2.5 hour guided glacier hike, ice hiking We take a walk on crampons up on the Sólheimajökull gear & safety equipment. ice field, we will learn more about the wonderland of ice sculptures, ridges, deep crevasses and these Pick up disappearing giants. We will provide and teach you Up to 30 minutes before how to use basic glacier equipment but ice climbing departure. is not included. Additional information On the way back there’s a stop at the striking Operation of this tour depends waterfalls, Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss. on conditions on the glacier. Remember to dress warmly, and bring rain gear and hiking boots. Amazing views and scenery! Children 9 years and younger are not permitted on this tour.26
The Lava Tunnel SRE26 / All Year Adventure Tours- Caving in Raufarhólshellir AvailableOn this excellent brand new tour, we visit the lava Durationtunnel Raufarhólshellir located only 30 minutes 09:00 -12:00 All Yearfrom Reykjavík. 13:00 -16:00 All YearWe will witness the inner workings of a volcanic Guidanceeruption while we walk in the path of a lava that flowed Dailythousands of years ago. The lava tunnel is one of thebiggest in Iceland and gets up to 30 metres wide and Included10 metres high. The lava tube ceiling has caved in near Bus fare, 1 hour guided cavethe entrance, which creates beautiful columns tour, flashlight and protectiveof light. The fantastic range of colours of the tunnel helmet.wall is caused by the different mineral types in thewalls of the lava tunnel. Pick up Up to 30 minutes beforeThis is a tour for the senses. departure.Scenes from the Hollywood movie Noah, withAnthony Hopkins,were shot in this lava cave.Challenge your senses!Mountain SRE92 / SeasonalBike Tour Available- Black Lava & Green Moss DurationBike through the black lava and green moss which 09:00 -13:00 1 May - 15 Septchanges colours with the weather. The bike tourstarts and ends at the Blue Lagoon, and you will Dailyget to bike on three different paths; a gravel path, Includedmountain path and a paved path. During the tour, Return bus fare to theyou will get to see spectacular scenery and Blue Lagoon & 2.5 - 3 hourIcelandic nature. guided bike tour. OptionalAt the end of the tour, it is possible for those with a Blue Lagoon admission atprebooked ticket to have a soak in the Blue Lagoon, extra cost, when available.others take the next available Reykjavik Excursions Pick upbus back to Reykjavík. Up to 30 minutes before departure.Experience the Icelandic lava fields on a bike! Children 9 years and younger Passengers that have prebooked and paid for admission to the are not permitted on this tour. Blue Lagoon will be dropped off to relax after the day’s adventures. We recommend booking the 14:00 admission.Panorama SRE93 / All Year 27ATV Tour AvailableOn this tour, we will ride from the fishing villageGrindavík, through lava and black sands. The trip Durationcontinues towards two mountains called Húsafell 11:00 -14:00 All Yearand Fiskidalsfjall, ending on top of the mountain 13:00 -16:00 All YearHagafell. There we can expect an excellent view inall direction, such as over the Blue Lagoon area and Requirementsthe island of Eldey. We will ride along the coastline The driver needs aon the way back, where we can see a dramatic valid driver’s licence.shipwreck. IncludedAfter a thrilling one hour ATV adventure, the guide Return bus fare to the Bluewill take you to the Blue Lagoon, where those with Lagoon, 1 hour guided ATVa prebooked ticket can have a soak in the lagoon. tour (2 persons per ATV),Others will take the next available Reykjavik protective clothing &Excursions bus back to Reykjavík. safety equipment. Passengers that have prebooked and paid for admission to the Optional Blue Lagoon will be dropped off to relax after the day’s adventures. 1 person per vehicle at extra cost, paid on site when available. We recommend booking the 15:00 or 17:00 admission. Blue Lagoon admission at extra cost, when available. Pick up Up to 30 minutes before departure. Children 5 years and younger are not permitted on this tour.
Snowmobile SRE34 / All Year & West Iceland Available This tour takes you to the second largest glacier Duration 09:00 -18:30 All Year in Iceland, Langjökull for an exhilarating one-hour Guidance snowmobile ride. Take in the astounding views Daily and breathe in the fresh air. Requirements The driver needs a valid On the way to the glacier, we drive the beautiful driver’s licence. Borgarfjörður with stops at the powerful hot spring Deildartunguhver and Hraunfossar lava falls. Included Deildartunguhver has the highest water flow of Bus fare, guided tour, 1 hour any hot spring in Europe. Hraunfossar is about 900 guided snowmobile tour (2 metres wide and flows from underneath the nearby persons per vehicle), protective clothing & safety equipment. Hallmundarhraun lava field. Optional 1 person per vehicle at extra Before heading onto the glacier, we will stop in cost, paid on site when available. Húsafell for a lunch break (not included). Pick up Langjökull is about 953km2 in size and is up to 580m Up to 30 minutes before (1900ft) thick. Water from the glacier flows in sub- departure. surface streams all the way to Lake Þingvallavatn. Children 5 years and younger are not permitted on this tour.28
Adventure ToursLangjökull Ice SRE96 / All YearCave Experience Available- Into the glacier DurationVisit a unique and remote man-made ice cave in 09:00 -18:30 All YearLangjökull glacier, one of Iceland’s largest andmost spectacular glaciers. We begin the tour by Guidancedriving to the lush Húsafell area with stops at the Dailybeautiful Hraunfossar and stops at the beautifulHraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls, and IncludedDeildartunguhver hot spring. Bus fare, guided tour, approx. 2 – 2.5 hour drive on LangjökullAfter a break in Húsafell, we head on up to Langjökull, & around 1 hour guided visitpartly in a specially modified glacier vehicle. It will to the ice cave.take us almost to the top of the glacier, where weenter the magnificent cave. Pick up Up to 30 minutes beforeGoing into the glacier is an unforgettable trip which departure.takes place in one of the world’s greatest wilderness. Additional informationImagine standing on an ice cap reaching Operation of this tour depends200 metres below your feet! on conditions on the glacier.Lava Cave & SRE36 / All YearGeothermalAdventure AvailableOn this tour, we will go to Iceland’s largest natural Durationlava cave that is located in West Iceland. We will drive 09:00 -18:30 All Yearfrom Reykjavík through the beautiful Borgarfjörðurtowards Húsafell. On the way we will stop at the Guidancemagnificent Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls, Dailyas well as Deildartunguhver hot spring. IncludedAfter a break in Húsafell, we head to the stunning Bus fare, guided tour, 1.5 hourVíðgelmir cave (148000m3) which is one of the largest guided cave tour, safetynatural lava caves in the world. There we start an equipment & admission to theadventurous and guided walk down the great and geothermal pool in Húsafell.colourful lava cave. We will learn about its historyand geological uniqueness which dates all the way Pick upback to the Viking age. Following the cave Up to 30 minutes beforeadventure, we relax at the geothermal pool at departure.Húsafell and then we drive back to Reykjavík. Additional information Swimsuits and towels can be rented on the spot. Children 3 years and younger are not permitted on this tour. 29
The Golden Circle CRE08 / All Year & Hop On - Hop Off Available Get to know Icelandic nature and Reykavík city. This combo deal begins with an 8-hour Golden Circle tour, RE04 / The Golden Circle where you will visit three of Iceland’s most famous sights and learn about growing pesticide-free Duration tomatoes with geothermal water. 09:00 -17:00 All Year The following day you can go and explore Reykjavík Guidance Mon, Tue, Thu & Sat at your own leisure on the Reykjavík City Sightseeing Daily Fri Hop On - Hop Off bus. Sun Experience culture in a different way! Included Bus fare, guided tour & a visit to Friðheimar cultivation centre. Pick up Up to 30 minutes before departure. HO01 / Hop On - Hop Off Duration 09:30 -17:30 All Year Audio Guidance Reykjavík SRE11 / All Year Grand Excursion & Whale Watching Available Enjoy a trip out to sea to see the whales and on land EL01 / Reykjavík to get to know the capital city of Iceland. Whale Watching Start the day on a whale watching tour, operated from the Old Harbour in Reykjavík. The most commonly Duration seen whales on this tour are the minke whales, 09:00 -12:00 1 Feb - 30 Nov humpback whales, dolphins and porpoises but other species are sometimes spotted as well. RE05 / Reykjavík Grand Excursion After an invigorating tour out at sea, we go on to explore Reykjavík and learn about its history Duration and culture. Among the stops on the way are 13:00 -16:00 All Year Hallgrímskirkja church, Bessastaðir, the official residence of the President of Iceland, and Harpa. Guidance Tue* Daily Wed, Fri & Sun* Join us for a day on land and sea! * (not the whale watching part) Included Guided boat tour, admission to the Whale Watching Centre, use of raincoats or warm, floatable overalls & a guided city bus tour. Pick up Is operated by Elding & starts 45 minutes before departure.30
NEW IN 2017 Combo OffersGolden Circle SRE09 / Seasonal& The Lava Tunnel AvailableSee Iceland above and under ground. Begin the daywith witnessing the inner workings of a volcanic SRE26 / The Lava Tunneleruption while we walk in the path of a lava that Durationflowed thousands of years ago. 09:00 -12:00 All YearAfter the visit to the cave, you go back to Reykjavíkfor more adventures. Now you will go to three of RE24 / Gullfoss, Geysir &Iceland's most famous sites; Gullfoss waterfall, Þingvellir - Golden Circle DirectGeysir geothermal area with its hot springs andÞingvellir National Park, where you can stand Durationbetween the North-American and Eurasian 12:30 -18:30 All Yeartectonic plates. GuidanceExperience a new world! Daily Thu & Sun (not the lava tunnel part)* *Only at 12:30. Included Bus fare, guided tour, 1 hour guided cave tour, flashlight & protective helmet. Pick up Up to 30 minutes before departure.Golden Circle & CRE10 / SeasonalNorthern Lights AvailableExplore a few of Iceland‘s most famous landmarkson Golden Circle Direct as well as go on a search RE24 / Gullfoss, Geysir &for the northern lights in one day. Þingvellir - Golden Circle DirectÞingvellir is known for being one of the veryfew places in the world where you can see the DurationNorth-American and Eurasian tectonic plates 10:30 -16:30 All Yearabove ground, Geysir geothermal area withStrokkur shooting up water every few minutes RE62 / Northern Lights Touris a sight to remember and the spectacularGullfoss are all sights we will see on this tour. Duration 21:00 -00:00 16 Oct - 14 MarchAfter a day of sightseeing, you will join us for a 22:00 -01:00 25 Aug - 15 Octnorthern lights hunt. The northern lights are a & 15 March - 15 Aprilspectacular sight. Guidance Tue & Sat (RE62)Get the best of Iceland in one day! Daily Included Bus fare & guided tour on both tours. Pick up Up to 30 minutes before departure. Additional information This tour depends on weather & sightings are not guaranteed. Indicated return times can vary. 31
Reykjavík NM01 / December Christmas Walk Available This cultural and gastronomic walking tour of Reykjavík is a wonderful alternative to your Duration traditional city sightseeing tour and will get 09:00 -12:00 December you into a true Christmas mood. Last departure 22 December 2017.* During our Reykjavík Christmas Walk, we Guidance offer you a unique insight into our Christmas Daily traditions old and new while telling you about the history, art and architecture, culture and Included cuisine of the city. • Guided tour by foot • Restaurant stops to sample Meeting point local food & drinks Meeting point for the Reykjavík Christmas Walk is in • A small Christmas present front of the Elding sales office, by the Old Harbour in downtown Reykjavík. It is important to be on time as the tour starts at 09:00. Bonfire Tour RE91 / 31 December Celebrate New Year's Eve with us Available New Year's Eve in Reykjavík is celebrated with Duration fireworks and bonfires. The locals gather around 20:00 -23:00 31 December the bonfires that are dispersed all over the city, celebrating and singing. Guidance Daily Reykjavik Excursions offer a great tour that allows you to experience this celebration. Included A spectacular sight not to be missed when • Bus fare in Iceland! • Guided tour • Sparklers This tour is only available on New Year's Eve, every year. Pick up Up to 30 minutes before departure.32
Special Holiday ToursGolden Circle SRE99 / December& ReykjavíkChristmas Walk AvailableJoin us for a wonderful alternative Reykjavík RE24 / Gullfoss, Geysir &Christmas tour followed by the amazing Þingvellir - Golden Circle DirectGolden Circle. On this tour, you will get aunique insight into Iceland‘s Christmas Durationtraditions, both old and new. 12:30 -18:30 All YearAt the end of the walk, you will be picked up NM01 / Reykjavík Christmas Walkfor the Golden Circle part of the tour, where Durationyou will visit Þingvellir National Park, Gullfosswaterfall and Geysir geothermal area. 09:00 -12:00 December Last departure 22 December 2017.* Meeting pointMeeting point for the Reykjavík Christmas Walk is in front Guidanceof the Elding sales office, by the Old Harbour in downtown DailyReykjavík. The walking tour part takes about 3 hours. IncludedIt is important to be on time as the tour starts at 09:00. • Bus fare • Guided tour by foot and bus • Restaurant stops to sample local food & drinks • A small Christmas presentMagic & Mystery NM02 / 31 Decemberat New Year AvailableJoin us on a tour with a local guide to explore thespecial traditions and strange Icelandic folklore Durationconnected to the magical New Year's Eve. On this 09:00 -13:00 31 Decembertour, you will check out the fireworks sales organisedby the Icelandic Rescue Teams but every year GuidanceIcelanders blow up over 600 tonnes of fireworks Dailythat night. You will also visit the old cemetery ofReykjavík and visit a place the Icelandic elves are Includedsaid to inhabit. • Bus fare • Guided tourAt the end of the tour, a small bonfire will be lit and • Glass of sparkling wineyou say farewell to the passing year in a traditional • Farewell giftIcelandic way; with a bang. • Colourful fireworks and sparklers Pick up Up to 30 minutes before departure. 33
TRAVEL AROUND THE COUNTRY AT YOUR OWN PACE WITH ICELAND ON YOUR OWN Grímsey Raufarhöfn Kópasker Ferry Dranga- Þórshöfn jökull Ísafjörður Siglufjörður Airport Húsavík Ásbyrgi Ólafsfjörður 641 641a Hljóðaklettar Skagaströnd (Vesturdalur) Drangsnes 650 650a Dettifoss Hólmavík 661 661a Krafla Patreksfjörður Brjánslækur Akureyri SBA Látrabjarg Reykhólar Ferry Svartá Varmahlíð Goða- Reykjahlíð Borgarfjörður eystri foss Króksfjarðarnes Airport DSimkúmtuusbtoarðgiirrMývatn Aldeyjarfoss Airport Seyðisfjörður Egilsstaðir Neskaupstaður Ferry Búðardalur Reyðarfjörður Stykkishólmur Staðarskáli 62 62a Ólafsvík 610 610a 17 17a Snæfellsjökull Hveravellir Hofsjökull Nýidalur Langjökull Kerlingarfjöll Borgarnes Hvítárnes 14 14a Vatnajökull crossroads Gullfoss Skaftafell Airport 15 Höfn Geysir 19 Þingvellir Reykjavík BSÍ Laugarvatn Flúðir Laki Landmannalaugar 16 Jökulsárlón Eldgjá Airport Hveragerði 11 11a Keflavík Blue Lagoon Selfoss 10 10a 18 Hvanngil Emstrur Hella Kirkjubæjar- Hvolsvöllur 9 9a klaustur Markarfljót Þórsmörk Mýrdals- 20 20a Seljalandsfoss jökull Vestmannaeyjar Ferry Skógar Vík 21 21a Surtsey34
Reykjavik Excursions – Company ProfileIceland On Your Own We also offer bus passports which are pretermined combinations of routes. The passports allow explorationOur scheduled bus network offers travellers increased at one’s own leisure. Two types of passports are available:flexibility and freedom when exploring Iceland. Available Firstly, passports that are valid for a fixed amount ofto individuals and groups alike, the Iceland On Your Own time and pose no restrictions on how often the passengerscheduled bus services run across most of Iceland, makes use of our services within that time frame. Secondly,including the Icelandic highlands. passports that allow the passenger to travel along a fixed circle, choosing to travel either clockwise or anti-Passengers can hop on our scheduled buses on each stop clockwise, in one direction, whereby each leg of a route isalong its route anywhere in the country. This offers those only accessible once but the time frame is very flexible.who, for example, have rented a car but want to venture Our bus passports include the popular Ring Road Passport,further into the Icelandic highlands an excellent choice of the Highland Passport, the Beautiful South Passport,travel as most of the interior routes are only accessible by the Combo Passport and more. The perfect way to explorespecial vehicles. Iceland for those who want to enjoy the freedom to adhere to their own schedule. FOR THE INDEPENDENT TRAVELLER. IN CONNECTION WITH VARIOUS HIKING TRAILS. Iceland On Your Own’s flexible nature makes it a perfect NUMEROUS BUS STOPS AROUND THE COUNTRY. option for hikers. The Hiking On Your Own passports guarantee bus transfers for those who intend to walk the Reykjavik Excursions reserves ever popular “Laugavegur” from Landmannalaugar to the right to alter routes, itineraries Þórsmörk (or vice versa) and the “Fimmvörðuháls” hike or timetables without prior notice, between Skógar and Þórsmörk. The two trails can even should the necessity arise. be combined for the same price. Whatever your needs or preference, we at Reykjavik Excursions have got you covered. 35
VDL FUTURA LENGTH: 13 METERS GUIDE’S SEAT: 1 CATEGORY: COACH COOLER: YES SEATS: 92 CD: YES WC: YES AIR CONDITIONING: YES DVD: YES SCREEN: 3 COMFORTABLE COACH SUITABLE FOR LARGER GROUPS. VDL FUTURA VDL FUTURA MERCEDES BENZ ATEGO UNVI CATEGORY: COACH LENGTH: 13 METERS CATEGORY: COACH LENGTH: 15 METERS CATEGORY: MEDIUM SIZE LENGTH: 10 METERS SEATS: 53-57 GUIDE’S SEAT: 1 SEATS: 67-69 GUIDE’S SEAT: 1 SEATS: 40 GUIDE’S SEAT: 1 AIR CONDITIONING: YES COOLER: YES AIR CONDITIONING: YES COOLER: YES AIR CONDITIONING: YES COOLER: NO DVD: YES SCREEN: 2 CD: YES WC: SOME DVD: YES SCREEN: 2 CD: YES WC: SOME DVD: YES SCREEN: 2 CD: YES WC: NO COMFORTABLE COACH SUITABLE FOR LARGER GROUPS. COMFORTABLE COACH SUITABLE FOR LARGER GROUPS. SUITABLE FOR BOTH NORMAL ROADS & HIGHLAND DRIVING. MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER 4X4 MERCEDES BENZ CATEGORY: MINI LENGTH: 7 METERS CATEGORY: MINI LENGTH: 7 METERS CATEGORY: HIGHLAND LENGTH: 13 METERS SEATS: 17-19 GUIDE’S SEAT: 1 SEATS: 19 GUIDE’S SEAT: 1 SEATS: 55 GUIDE’S SEAT: 1 AIR CONDITIONING: YES COOLER: NO AIR CONDITIONING: YES COOLER: NO AIR CONDITIONING: YES COOLER: NO DVD: YES SCREEN: 1 CD: NO WC: NO DVD: YES SCREEN: 1 CD: NO WC: NO DVD: YES SCREEN: 2 CD: YES WC: NO COMFORTABLE VAN SUITABLE FOR SMALLER GROUPS. LUXURIOUS VAN SUITABLE FOR HIGHLAND DRIVING. VERY WELL EQUIPPED FOR WINTER & HIGHLAND DRIVING.36
Reykjavik Excursions – Company ProfileOur fleet Coach RentalReykjavik Excursions‘ coach fleet is one of largest and newest Have your own specific ideas about tours and want to doin the country so we can service all kinds of groups. the planning yourself, but need a set of wheels? For you, we offer the option of hiring a coach with a driverThe fleet consists of over 100 vehicles, varying from 6 to transport you from place to place.to 92 seats, all in excellent condition. They are spacious,comfortable, environmental-friendly and safe. Our fleet Icelandic roads, especially in the interior and highlands,also includes 4x4 coaches suitable for crossing unbridged require a special set of skills and expertise best entrustedglacier river, hence reaching almost any destination in the to those familiar with such conditions. Driving on gravelhighlands. All our coaches are equipped with free WiFi. roads is more dangerous than one might think, and traversing rough tracks or fording rivers in the outbackWe also have our own maintenance crew, which ensures demands a proficiency that only experience can provide.the upkeep of the coaches and safety for the passengers. Our professional drivers have earned their expertise through years of practice and will get you to and from your destination while you sit back, relax and enjoy. At Reykjavik Excursions we are proud to operate one of the largest fleets of coaches in Iceland, all conforming to the highest safety standards and regulations. We have over 100 vehicles of varying shapes and sizes, including 4x4 buses, able to transport 6 and up to 92 people. All are spacious, comfortable, and equipped with safety belts for all passengers. 37
EXTRA SMALL / MINI MDMN SMALL / ECONOMY EDMN EDAN MEDIUM / COMPACT CDMN CDAN A Toyota Aygo (or similar) B & C Hyundai i20 (or similar) D & E VW Golf (or similar) 52 42 52 A A EDMN EDAN CDMN CDAN This vehicle is not allowed in the highlands. This vehicle is not allowed in the highlands. This vehicle is not allowed in the highlands. LARGE / INTERMEDIATE IDMN IDAN LARGE / INTERMEDIATE IWMR IWAR LARGE / INTERMEDIATE SDAR F & G Toyota Corolla (or similar) H & I Skoda Octavia Station 4x4 (or similar) J Toyota Avensis (or similar) 52 54 54 A IDMN A A IDAN IWMR IWAR This vehicle is not allowed in the highlands. This vehicle is not allowed in the highlands. This vehicle is not allowed in the highlands. LARGE / LUXURY LDAR LARGE / SUV ECONOMY EFMN LARGE / SUV ECONOMY EFAR K BMW 318 (or similar) L Dacia Duster 4x4 (or similar) M Skoda Yeti 4x4 (or similar) 52 53 53 A 4x4 A 4x4 This vehicle is not allowed in the highlands. This vehicle is allowed in the highlands. This vehicle is allowed in the highlands. LARGE / SUV INTERMEDIATE IFMR IFAR LARGE / SUV STANDARD SFAR LARGE / SUV STANDARD SFMN P Toyota RAV 4 4x4 (or similar) R Hyundai Santa Fe (or similar) S Toyota Hilux 4x4 (or similar) 54 54 54 4x4 A 4x4 4x4 IFMR A IFAR LARGE / FULL SIZE This vehicle is allowed in the highlands. LARGE / PREMIUM This vehicle is allowed in the highlands. LARGE / SUV SPECIAL This vehicle is allowed in the highlands. FFAR PFAR PFMN U Mitshubishi Pajero 4x4 (or similar) V Toyota Land Cruiser 4x4 (or similar) X Land Rover Defender 4x4 74 74 75 A 4x4 A 4x4 4x4 This vehicle is allowed in the highlands. This vehicle is allowed in the highlands. This vehicle is allowed in the highlands. LARGE / LUXURY LFAR LARGE / VAN FVMR ICONS Y Land Rover Discovery 4x4 (or similar) Z Hyundai H1 (or similar) A Passenger Luggage Manual Automatic 85 4x4 54 A 4x4 Eco-friendly Air- Four wheel condition drive (less than 120 CO2) This vehicle is allowed in the highlands. This vehicle is not allowed in the highlands.38
Reykjavik Excursions – Company ProfileEnterprise Rent-A-Car Why choose Enterprise Rent-A-Car? • Only the newest car models in all categories.Enterprise Rent-A-Car, one of the largest car rental companies • Competitive prices.in the world, joined forces with Reykjavik Excursions in • Unlimited mileage.2014. The partnership was formed because of their shared • Free hotel pick up within Reykavík city limits.belief in customer care, value and outstanding service in the • 2 Flybus+ return tickets included with every rental.ever expanding Icelandic travel network. For over 45 years, • 24/7 breakdown service.Reykjavik Excursions has proudly served travellers keen on • Our rental offices are located at the BSÍ Bus Terminal inexploring Iceland. We offer our customers a chance to exploreIceland safely and economically on their own terms. Reykjavík and at the Keflavík International Airport.Iceland has a reputation for being an exciting alternativedestination for travellers looking for a different experience.Renting an Enterprise car allows visitors to explore ourbeautiful country at their own pace.Our office is located at the BSÍ Bus Terminal in Reykjavík.Meet & greet service available at Keflavík InternationalAirport.Reykjavik Excursions is a sister company ofEnterprise Rent-A-Car. 39
Practical information FLYBUS / FLYBUS+ Scheduled Flybus departures from BSÍ Bus Please be ready in time at your pick up Terminal. Flybus+ includes pick up from location. Passengers are responsible for designated bus stops, and selected hotels being ready and visible for their pick up. If and guesthouses in Reykjavík at selected passengers miss their pick up, they need to times during the day when going to Keflavík arrive at the BSÍ Bus Terminal in time for International Airport. Reservations have to their Flybus departure at their own cost. be made the night before departure. LUGGAGE Reykjavik Excursions (RE) Flybus+ drop off is at designated bus stops, acknowledges that luggage is designed and selected hotels and guesthouses in to protect their contents. In the course of Reykjavík. Drop off is dictated by location normal handling, your luggage may show (e.g. narrow streets, coach size, roadworks, evidence of wear and tear. RE takes neither summer street closures, etc.). responsibility for minor cuts, scratches and dents nor for items that protrude from luggage, such as retractable handles, wheels, straps and luggage carts. PICK UP AND DROP OFF SERVICE FOR RE DAY TOURS Pick up for RE day tours is complimentary Please be ready in time at your pick up and is operated by shuttle buses in the location. Passengers are responsible for city centre, up to 30 minutes before tour being ready and visible for their pick up. If departure. Pick up is at designated bus passengers miss their Reykjavik Excursions stops, and selected hotels and guesthouses pick up, they need to arrive at BSÍ Bus in Reykjavík. The main departure point Terminal in time for their tour's departure for RE day tours is BSÍ Bus Terminal. at their own cost. ATTENTION! Pick up times for tours might differ, please consult the brochure or our Drop off starts after indicated return time. website. Please note that drop off is at designated bus stops, and selected hotels and guesthouses RETURN TIMES in Reykjavík. Drop off is dictated by location (e.g. narrow streets, coach size, roadworks, summer streets closures, etc.). CLOTHING Please note that indicated return times refer Sturdy shoes and a warm outdoor wear should to guided tours. Published tour‘s durations do be worn when travelling in Iceland during any not include drop off and pick up. Additionally, season. Nature is the main attraction on many during winter return times can vary due to of the excursions and a short outdoor walk weather conditions. may be included to fully enjoy the tour. LANGUAGES EXCLUDED Guidance is in English. Some tours are Meals and refreshments are not included. additionally guided in German, French, During full day excursions there is a lunch stop Scandinavian & Spanish. at a local restaurant, unless specifically listed. INCLUDED LIABILITY All admissions to sites, museums or Reykjavik Excursions reserves the right to alter exhibitions visited are included, unless routes, itineraries or timetables without prior otherwise stated in tour description. notice, should the necessity arise. No liability is accepted for losses or expenses due to delays PRICES or changes of arrival or departure of flights or other services, injury, sickness, accident, Tours and services are subject to currency strikes, damage, negligence, weather, war or fluctuations and conditions of cooperative other causes outside the control of Reykjavik contractors that may provide transportation Excursions. All such losses and expenses are and other services. the personal liability of the traveller. FOOD & BEVERAGES ON BOARD BUSES DISCOUNT FOR CHILDREN Kindly limit consumption of food to “snack Reykjavik Excursions offers special discount type foods” (candy, chips, cookies, etc.). fares for children accompanied by adults. Only beverages in covered containers are Discounts for children on tours co-operated allowed on board. by Reykjavik Excursions differ from one to another. CANCELLATION POLICY Reservations can be cancelled 24 hours before FURTHER INFORMATION AND FAQ tour’s departure without penalty. Cancellations CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE. received less than 24 hours before tour’s departure will be charged full price.40
Reykjavik Excursions – Company ProfileEnvironmental policy EMS 582904 GOLD-CLASS CERTIFIED ENVIRONMENTAL TRAVEL SERVICEWe aim to minimize negative environmental impact causedby day to day operation and to ensure responsible and UMHVERFISFLOKKUN VIÐURKENNDsustainable use of all environmental resources used FERÐAÞJÓNUSTAby the company.Reykjavik Excursions was one of the first Icelandic touroperators to be granted the ISO 14001 certification forenvironmental management from the British Standard Institute(BSI). The ISO 14001 standard helps businesses make theirday to day operations more sustainable. The standard providesassurance that the company is measuring the environmentalimpact it is making and how it can be improved.The company also has gold certifications from Vakinn, bothfor their quality system as well as their environmental system.Vakinn is Iceland tourism‘s official quality and environmentalsystem, and its aim is to strengthen both quality and safetyin tourism using guidance and support, as well as to developa sense of social responsibility. The system is based onQualmark – New Zealand tourism‘s official mark of qualityand is run by the Icelandic Tourist Board which leads theproject in close cooperation with the Icelandic Travel IndustryAssociation, Innovation Center Iceland and the IcelandicTourism Association. 41
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