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Royal City & The Land of Ice and Fire
England & Iceland in 11 Days, 9 Nights in Destination
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$3,869
$2,699
/person
-30%
Natalie
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Combine a 3-night stay in London, the vibrant British capital before heading to the land of ice and fire to experience landscapes unlike anywhere else in the world; from volcanoes and waterfalls to glaciers and geysers.
Trip Highlights
- London
- Geysir Geothermal Area
- Gullfoss Waterfall
- Reykjavik
- Skogafoss Waterfall
- Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Included
All flights
Accommodation
Activities
Breakfast only
Availability
Departures available until December 2025
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Solo travelers from + $970
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Itinerary
Explore the eclectic sights of London including a cruise along the Thames before heading to Iceland. Unearth its volcanoes in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, glaciers and waterfalls in the South Shore and geysers in the Golden Circle. Step into the jaw-dropping landscapes of this part of the world and take advantage of its relaxing milky-blue waters said to have healing properties.
1st Day: US - Night on board
Arrive at your US departure airport ready to board a flight to London. Night on board*.
*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
2nd Day: London
Arrive in London and self-transfer to the hotel*. The vibrant capital of the United Kingdom, London is known for its amazing museums, trend-setting fashion scene, immense history and as the home of the Royal Family. Located on the banks of the River Thames, London has been an important human settlement since it was founded by the Romans almost two millennia ago!
A global city, London is a center of arts, commerce, education, fashion, finance, media, research, tourism and transport. Once you've checked in at the hotel, enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure to explore this huge city. Hop on the London Underground or use the excellent bus network to e asily travel between sights as you spend your first evening exploring at your own pace. Overnight stay in London.
*You will have the option to add a transfer from the airport to your hotel in the next step of the booking process. Please contact our customer service if you require a transfer from an airport other than LGW or LHR.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Holiday Inn London - Kens... or similar
3564 Reviews
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3rd Day: London
Breakfast at the hotel. See London from a different perspective today, with a sightseeing cruise along the River Thames! Take in the views of several of the capital's most emblematic riverside landmarks, such as Tower Bridge, Southbank and the London Eye and enjoy the fully-stocked bar to buy drinks and snacks as you listen to the entertaining onboard commentary!
Afternoon free to enjoy the capital at your leisure. Why not go shopping along Oxford Street or Carnaby Street, stroll along the vibrant Southbank or pay a visit to Buckingham Palace to watch the Changing of the Guards? Overnight stay in London.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Holiday Inn London - Kens... or similar
3564 Reviews
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Activities
London City Cruise
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4th Day: London
Breakfast at the hotel. Today is yours to enjoy as you see fit. Take this time to appreciate all the beauty of London. Perhaps now would be a good time to go souvenir shopping and stop by the many pubs and eateries the city has to offer. Alternatively, we recommend taking part in our optional excursion to the Tower of London*. After a morning of exploring, why not join our optional afternoon tea** for a typical English experience? Overnight stay in London.
*Optional Visit to the Tower of London: Take part in a royal experience like no other where you will explore the capital city's iconic castle, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Get up close and personal with the famous Crown Jewels and meet the legendary Yeoman Warders and ravens. Transfers not included.
**Optional traditional afternoon tea: Enjoy a classic afternoon tea, complete with sweet and savory snacks, scones, and of course tea or coffee.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Holiday Inn London - Kens... or similar
3564 Reviews
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Activities
Visit to the Tower of London
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Tradtional Afternoon Tea
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5th Day: London - Reykjavik
Breakfast at the hotel*. It's time to continue your trip towards Iceland. At the indicated time, self-transfer** to your departure airport, ready to catch a flight to Reykjavik.
Touch down in Reykjavik, the capital and largest city in Iceland. Self-transfer*** to the hotel**** and get settled in before enjoying the remainder of the day exploring at your leisure.
If time allows, get out and explore the cosmopolitan atmosphere and unique Icelandic cuisine of the capital or visit Reykjavik's fantastic museums on Viking heritage. Overnight stay in Reykjavik.
*Depending on the flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast.
**Optional transfers can be added at an additional cost in the next step of the booking process. Please contact our customer service if you require a transfer from an airport other than LGW or LHR.
***Optional shuttle or private transfer in Reykjavik can be added at an additional cost in the next step of the booking process.
****The early check-in is at your disposal only upon availability and can be requested and paid for directly once you arrive at the hotel.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Klettur or similar
2358 Reviews
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6th Day: Reykjavik - Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Breakfast at the hotel. Your guide will greet you at the hotel in the morning. Today, embark on a full day excursion to the Snæfellsnes peninsula where you will get to explore the natural wonders of this location that divides the west coast of Iceland into two large bays. Start by visiting the northern part of Mýrar, home to an array of volcanic craters, including Eldborg, the largest one.
Next, head west towards the tip of the peninsula, passing the small fishing towns of Grundarfjörður, Ólafsvík, Rif and Hellissandur. You will also be passing by the Snæfellsjökull National Park, full of interesting geological phenomena and historic sites. Stop at Arrow Mountain or Kirkjufell Mountain, famous for appearing in the TV series Game of Thrones.
Here you will also find a beautiful waterfall called Kirkjufellsfoss. Make a short detour to Djúpalónssandur and take a short walk along a marked path to the lovely black pebble beach. From here, you will drive around the tip of the peninsula at the foot of Snæfellsjökull, a glaciated volcano where the famous novel “The Journey to the Centre of the Earth” by Jules Verne is set in. Visit Þúfubjarg, a spectacular cliff and a nesting colony for many seabirds.
Continue to Arnarstapi and Hellnar to view the beautiful coast and impressive variety of birdlife. Stop by Búðir, a charming little site located on a natural inlet. Return to your hotel and overnight stay in Borgarnes.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Borgarnes or similar
297 Reviews
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Activities
Full-Day Excursion to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Moderate
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7th Day: Borgarfjörður - Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, embark on an adventure around Borgarfjörður where you will see Deildartunguhver, Iceland’s largest hot spring. Drive further to the historic Reykholt, home of a 13th-century chieftain, writer, poet and scholar, Snorri Sturluson. Make your way to Hraunfossar and Barnafossar, some of Iceland’s most scenic waterfalls before you drive back to Borgarnes.
In Borgarnes you will visit the Settlement Center—devoted to recreating Iceland’s earliest days and introducing visitors to one of the country’s most iconic heroes, Egil Skalla-Grimson. The center also houses a restaurant, a café and a souvenir shop. Drive the scenic road around Hvalfjörður Fjord (weather permitting) on your way to the last stop of the day, Þingvellir National Park.
The park is known for being the site of Iceland’s parliament from the 10th to 18th centuries. On the site are the Þingvellir Church and the ruins of old stone shelters. The park sits in a rift valley caused by the separation of 2 tectonic plates, with rocky cliffs and fissures. Return to your hotel and overnight stay in Selfoss.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel South Coast or similar
121 Reviews
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Activities
Excursion to Borgarnes
Moderate
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8th Day: Snaefellsnes - South Shore
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, embark on a full-day excursion to the South Shore. Start by visiting Seljalandsfoss, a gorgeous waterfall that drops 60 m and is part of the Seljalands River.
From here, visit the Skógar Museum and then pass by Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glaciers before stopping by Sólheimajökull glacier where you will get to marvel at the sights of the glacier and the lagoon in front of it from a platform viewpoint.
Finally, drive to Reynisdrangar, known for its spectacular coast and beautiful rock formations. Continue to Vik, a small town on the black beach. Overnight stay in South Shore.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel South Coast or similar
121 Reviews
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Activities
Excursion to South Shore and Skogafoss Waterfall
Moderate
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9th Day: South Shore - Golden Circle - Reykjavík
Breakfast at the hotel. Take part in an excursion to Golden Circle where you will visit the numerous hot springs and see the famous Great Geysir and Strokkur, an active geyser that shoots out strong jets every few minutes. Then, you will make your way to Gullfoss waterfall, one of Iceland’s most beautiful natural wonders.
As an added optional, take part in a visit to the Secret Lagoon*. Overnight stay in Reykjavík.
*Optional visit to Secret Lagoon: Enjoy an authentic Icelandic experience by replenishing your body in warm, clean and sulfur-rich waters of the Secret Lagoon, Iceland’s oldest swimming pool, dating back to 1891. What makes it special are the rich natural resources of warm water coming from hot springs around it. With the pool water flowing continuously, it only takes about 24 hours for it to be completely replenished.
The water source comes straight from the Vaðmálahver, Básahver or Litli geysers and remains at a comfortable temperature of around 40 degree celsius all year round, perfect for a relaxing dip sure to help you decompress.
For those who choose not to bathe in the lagoon, your driver and guide will take you to Skálholt, a historically significant sight nearby. For centuries it was one of Iceland’s two episcopal sees, making it a cultural and political center. The first official school in Iceland was also founded here.
Please note: The availability of this activity is limited due to its high demand. To guarantee your spot at Secret Lagoon, you MUST book your ticket at least 30 days in advance
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Klettur or similar
2358 Reviews
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Activities
Excursion to Golden Circle
Moderate
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Visit to Secret Lagoon
Light
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10th Day: Reykjavík - Blue Lagoon - Reykjavík
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Klettur or similar
2358 Reviews
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Activities
Blue Lagoon: Healing swim and relaxation
Light
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Northern Lights Bus tour
Light
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Northern Lights Boat Tour
Light
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11th Day: Reykjavik - US
Breakfast at the hotel*. It's time to bid farewell to the captivating landscapes of Iceland. At the indicated time, self-transfer** to the airport for your flight back to the US. Arrive in US and end your trip.
*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
**Optional transfers can be added at an additional cost in the next step of the booking process.
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- Accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.
Accommodation: 9 Nights
Day 2 to 5
Holiday Inn London - Kensington
Location
London
Category
Nights
3
Rating TripAdvisor travelers
The hotels we select comply with our high standards and requirements per category. The allocation is dependent on availability and seasonality, so you can be assigned any of our selection, including the following: Holiday Inn Bloomsbury London, Millennium & Copthorne Hotels at Chelsea FC, Novotel London Canary Wharf, Novotel London Excel, Novotel London Wembley, Novotel London West, Point A Hotel - London Paddington, Point A Hotel London Shoreditch, Pullman St. Pancras Hotel London , The Rembrandt London, The Tower Hotel, The Tower Hotel, Wilde Aparthotels by Staycity - Covent Garden
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The price includes
- Departures from main US airports.
- International flights: US - London; London - Reykjavik; Reykjavik - US.
- Flight: London - Reykjavik.*more information
- 9 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.See hotels included
- 9 breakfasts.
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking guide.**more informationSee itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- English speaking guide in Iceland from day 6 to day 10.
Not included
Tax*, drinks, tips and airport transfers not mentioned in what's included.
*Accommodation tax in Iceland must be paid directly to the hotel (Approx. 666 ISK per room per night).
**Airport transfers are not included. You will have the option to add transfers from the airport to your hotel in London and Reykjavik for an additional in the next step of the booking process.
For transfers in London, please contact our customer service if you require a transfer from an airport other than LGW or LHR.
Please note: Unless otherwise noted in the itinerary, lunches are not included on this trip.
Passengers travelling from the US will need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to enter the UK countries before traveling. The ETA will be mandatory starting January 8, 2025, and can be requested from November 27, 2024.
*Documentation of the internal flights will be available in the "My bookings" section in your "Customer Area" 14 days before your trip. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.
About Iceland:
If travelling with Wizz Air, Easy Jet, or Fly Play, we recommend that you check your luggage online in order to avoid extra fees. The reservation only includes one piece of hand luggage per person (40 cm x 20 cm x 25 cm), which must be placed underneath the seat in front of you on the plane. Additional baggage may be purchased in advance on the airline’s website. Any luggage item larger than the aforementioned dimensions that is not reserved in advance will be subject to additional charges in the airport.
Please note: Double beds in Iceland hotels are not always the standard American size and can sometimes be less wide.
**You will not meet your guide until the day after your arrive in Iceland, when you begin the tour of Reykjavik.
For groups consisting of 2 to 17 people you will not have a tour leader. Instead, your English speaking driver, who is very knowledgeable, will be assisting you with local information.
Additional information about Northern Lights: keep in mind that the Northern Lights in Iceland are not guarantee as the unpredictable weather conditions mean we cannot guarantee the excursions will go ahead.
Tips: we advise to bring good shoes since in winter many sites may be covered in snow as well as their paths. The ground in Iceland can be slippery, wet, or icy. You may want to consider bringing or purchasing a pair of removable spikes (also known as crampons) to place on your shoes to aid with stability and grip. Also, you can bring your swimsuit, even if you don´t plan to swim. You might change your mind once you see the warm steaming lagoon!
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed without prior notice.
Entry requirements
Valid passport with at least six months validity. All passengers will need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to enter the country. The ETA will be mandatory starting January 8, 2025, and can be requested from November 27, 2024.
Visa
A visa is not required for stays of up to 6 months.
Currency
Pound Sterling.
Language
English.
Electricity
230 V. Adapter required.
Health
There are no mandatory vaccinations for travellers from the US/Canada.
Time zone
GMT.
Other useful information
People drive on the left-hand side of the road.
Tourist Office website
www.visitbritain.com
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 888-488-0592 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
Pay in installments
60%
At time of booking
40%
60 days before departure
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