The Reykjavik Grand Excursion is a detailed and comprehensive introduction to Reykjavik's past and present. During this tour Reykjavik’s main attractions are highlighted on foot and by bus. The main landmarks, such as The Pearl, Hallgrímskirkja church, the National Museum of Iceland, the harbour and the famous 101 Reykjavik neighbourhood are visited. Reykjavik's unique proximity to nature, with salmon river Elliðaá running through it, a thermal beach at Nauthólsvík, green valleys and outdoor swimming pools, makes this city second to none in the world.
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Guided tour to the historical site Þingvellir, where the first parliament of Iceland (Alþingi; all thing) was erected in 930, thus making it the oldest parliament in Europe. The tour will include a visit to the infamous “drowning pool” where women convicts where drowned. Emphasis will be placed on the history of Icelandic women throughout the tour. Registration will be made with the registration for the conference, and the fee can be paid with the registration fee. 
The Blue Lagoon Express is not to be missed while you are in Iceland. The Blue Lagoon's warm water and natural active ingredients; mineral salts, silica and blue green algae help you relax and unwind while the Blue Lagoon white silica mud gently cleanses and exfoliates the skin. The mineral salts balance and relax body and soul. This tour departs at 13:00 and you can return at one of our flexible return times.
Join us in an adventure at sea with an unforgettable trip into the world of whales and sea birds. The various types of whales commonly sighted include minke whales, white-beaked dolphins, harbor porpoises, the popular humpback whales and killer whales (orcas). The majestic fin- and sei whales are also occasional companions to our boats. We will be accompanied by sea birds such as gannets, puffins, guillemots, cormorants, gulls, kittiwakes, arctic terns, and many more. Our trips take us past several islands inhabited by colonies of puffin.