Join the elegant Panorama for an 8-day journey from Akureyri to Reykjavik discovering Iceland's west and north coasts, amazing rugged landscapes, and wildlife, such as humpback whales, orcas, and dolphins. Learn about Vikings and Norse legacies, and visit a variety of locations such as Grundafjordur, Látrabjarg cliffs, Isafjordur, and the village of Holmavik.
Highlights
Visit Thingeyri village and the interactive Viking Museum
Discover the quintessential town of Grundafjordur
Explore Huasavik's quaint fishing village and its preserved wooden church
Reach Godafoss, "Waterfalls of the Gods", and learn about the Kristni saga
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
This morning your optional full day excursion will take you from Akureyri to Siglufjordur (where you will meet the Panorama in the evening). The Captain will inform you of whale sightings. Mid-day, reach Siglufjordur, Iceland's northernmost city, very close to the Arctic Circle and possibly the most picturesque port of Iceland. Once known as the capital of Herring fishing. The optional walking excursion through the city will take you to the port, the Herring Museum, the Folk Music center housed in Madame House, the oldest house in the city. Take the Ring Road to reach Godafoss Waterfall - the Falls of the Gods - and will hear about the Kristni Saga, recounting the arrival of Christianity and the end of Paganism. After lunch, visit Lake Myvatn, Namarksard and Dimmuborgir, all fine examples of the volcanic world with lava fields, boiling and steaming mud pools, steam vents and craters. You'll rejoin the Panorama in Siglufjordur in the afternoon. This evening you'll have time to walk around this colorful port or have the option to take a late afternoon whale watching excursion.
**Passengers not partaking in the excursion will be sailing from Akureyri to Siglufjordur with the Panorama. Overnight at sea to Holmavik.
This morning, arrive in the small village of Holmavik, one of the least visited parts of Iceland’s Westfjords. After breakfast onboard, disembark for an optional full day excursion: first, visit the Museum of Sorcery and Witchcraft to learn about the old Viking traditions and culture, then stop for lunch at a local restaurant, built from the town’s oldest house, and finally visit a local sheep farm to interact with the farmers daily lives and spend time observing the sheep. This evening, return to the ship and set sail to Isafjordur. Overnight at sea.
This morning arrive in Isafjordur. After breakfast onboard, disembark for an optional tour to Thingeyri village and the interactiveViking Museum.After the “Viking experience” return to Isafjordur and visit the Maritime and Heritage Museum, highlighting the rich history and culture of this fishing community. Return to Panorama. Late this afternoon cruise around the Westfjords on your way to the picturesque Patreksfjordur. Overnight at sea.
Today you can choose from 2 optional excursions:
1. The optional Westfjord adventure excursion starts from port and reaches the Látrabjarg cliffs, with the largest seabird colony in the northern Atlantic famous for its puffins colony. Your next stop is at Rauðasandur or “Red Sand” beach, distinct itself from most of Iceland’s beaches, as it is golden and pink in color. Ride on a tractor carriage with the expert guide and local farmer along the beach to the seal colony, where you can see the seals up close.
2. The optional excursion to the Dynjandi waterfall, one of the most beautiful in Iceland and Bildudalur for a visit to the sea monsters museum.
This evening sail to Grundafjordur and overnight at sea
This morning you arrive in Grundafjordur, a quintessential Icelandic town, for your optional excursion of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. This small fishing village lies next to striking Mt. Kirkjufell, or “Church Mountain”, one of the most photographed mountains in Iceland. From there, head to Olafsvik, passing the splendid Baejarfoss waterfall and continue to the southern side of the peninsula to reach the villages of Arnarstapi and Hellnar before making your way to Snaefellsjokull National Park, one of the county’s three national parks, established in 2001 in an effort to preserve the region’s unique ecosystem and historical artifacts. After your visit to the park, drive back to the ship for a relaxing afternoon and evening sailing to Reykjavik. Overnight at sea.
Arrive this morning arrival in Reykjavik. The Golden Circle Optional excursionwill start at the Thingvellir National Park, a place of tremendous interest as a primary site of both Iceland’s geological and historical heritage. The tour continues to Gulfoss, Iceland's most beautiful waterfall and then to the Geysir geothermal area with its multitude of hot springs, where the most active one, Strokkur, spouts every few minutes. Stop at the Hveragerdi village, where geothermal water has been used to build up an extensive greenhouse industry and then at the Hellisheiði Geothermal Power Plant showcasing Iceland's ability to supply green power. The tour end as you pass through Reykjavik’s city center before arriving at the pier. Overnight in port.
Day 8: Reykjavik | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Disembark after breakfast this morning between 9 am -10 am and return home via your independent flight.
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Notes
- Please note that fares do not include port charges and possible fuel surcharges. Contact us for details.
Single supplement - Single occupancy of a Cat. C or Cat. B Cabin is available at 1.6 times the twin occupancy rate. Single occupancy of a Cat. A Cabins is available at 1.75 times the twin occupancy rate.
Child Discount (in Cat. A only):
Children between the ages of 7-10 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 50% discount. Children between the ages of 11-16 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 35% discount. Port taxes are not discounted.
Initial deposit is 30%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
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