NordiCHI 2010
Excursions Print

Golden Circle - Sunday 17 October

gg 7On the Golden Circle tour you can walk around the world-famous Geysir geothermal area, a geothermal field where hot springs are in abundance, geysers explode and pools of mud bubble. One of the Golden Circles many highlights is the Gullfoss waterfall, the queen of Iceland's waterfalls. Finally, but no less spectacular is a visit to the Thingvellir National Park. This is the original site of the oldest existing parliament in the world. The Great Atlantic rift is clearly visible, a rift that is slowly pulling Iceland apart along tectonic plates. Lunch and refreshments not included.



Duration:
8 hours
Departure: 09:00. NOTE pick up at hotels and guesthouses 30 min. prior to departure
Price:
 ISK 9.800  (approx. EUR 65)
Included: Bus fare, guidance in and entrance to Geysir Museum


Cultural Walk in Reykjavik City Center - Wednesday 20 October

austurvollurLet´s taka a walk through the old town of our capital, Reykjavik. In this tour you will hear about the history of the city and the architecture as we pass the buildings.  We´ll visit churches, galleries, boutiques and a park.  In the end we stop for a coffee.



Departure:
16:30
Duration: around 2 hours
Price: ISK 6.000 (approx. EUR 38)


Jeep Safari - Thorsmörk & The South Coast - Thursday 21 October
 
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We start by driving in our modified super trucks along the south shore, heading for one of the places that Icelanders appreciate most, Þórsmörk (The Woods of Thor).
On the way we make a stop at Seljalandsfoss waterfall to walk behind the waterfall and at a small glacial lagoon.
Many glacial rivers have to be crossed on the way to Þórsmörk which is situated in a valley the south of Iceland surrounded by three glaciers and mountains which create favorable circumstances for growth for the over 170 plant species you can find in the area.
Many walking paths are marked in Þórsmörk, making it an ideal place for short hikes with views of glaciers, woodlands and other colorful landscape.

Pick up time: 08:30 – 09:00
Duration: 9-10 hours
Includes: Pick up from hotels/guesthouses in Reykjavik and guided super truck tour
Price per person: ISK 28.000 (approx EUR 186)

Please note:
Choices of roads and availability of activities are condition dependent. 
Lunch and refreshments are not included in the prices.

Horse riding, Lava Tour - Wednesday 20 October at 14:00     
                      
hesturAn adventurous ride from the Íshestar Riding Centre into the lava fields surrounding Mt. Helgafell volcano to the old Kaldársel sheep corral or to Lake Hvaleyrarvatn through lava fields and across beautiful hillsides. View rough lava fields and look for different formations in the lava, maybe you will be able to spot a troll or two. The beautiful Bláfjöll Mountains tower above on the horizon. All riding is on excellent riding
paths.


Departure
: 14:00. Transfers from hotels and guesthouses to the Riding Center start at 12:45.
Transfers back to hotels and guesthouses start at 16:15.
Duration:  3 hours (riding 1,5 - 2 hours)
Price per person:  ISK EUR 8.500 (approx EUR 57)
Included in package:  Transfers to and from the Riding Centre, horse riding as per itinerary, riding helmets, rubber boots, and rainwear or a warm outfit during the ride. English and Scandinavian speaking guidance. Please note that you cannot take any backpacks or bags with you on the ride but there are safety boxes at the Riding Centre where you can store your valuables.


 

 

 
 
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