6 – 11 December 2013
Join Wine Diva Deb to discover the delights of Iceland, including a Northern Lights mystery tour. With direct flights just over 7 hours from Seattle to Iceland, it is a trip too good to miss.
Package inclusions*
- Arrival and departure shuttle transfer
- 4 nights accommodation, including taxes
- North Lights mystery tour
- Tasting menu dinner at the famous Grillmarkadurinn (Grillmarket) a top quality grill restaurant of local specialties
- Golden Circle tour with Fontana Steam bath
- Entrance to Blue Lagoon, towel, special Blue Lagoon Cocktail
*Flights are NOT included in package unless requested. Flights can be booked if you wish to fly with the group. Pricing subject to rates on day of purchase.
Cost per person $US975. Credit card fee of 3% will apply.
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Flights are just over 7 hours from Seattle to Iceland. At the end of this page you can find the direct flight the group will be taking. Other direct USA gateways include: Denver, Boston, New York-JFK, Anchorage with seasonal flights from Washington, D.C., Minneapolis – St. Paul, Orlando.
Tour Itinerary
Friday, December 6
Depart Seattle or your gateway to arrive into Iceland on Saturday.
Saturday, 7 December
Arrive Keflavik and exit customs and find the Iceland Excursions transfer shuttle. Transfer into the city. Rest, relax and enjoy the afternoon on your own. This evening we will be picked up at 7:30 pm to depart on our Northern Lights excursion.
Any time from the onset of autumn darkness until the light nights of spring you can witness one of nature’s most spectacular displays. Far from the glow of the city lights, hunt for the elusive Aurora Borealis – known as the Northern Lights. You will search for these magnificent auroras. On a clear night, you may be lucky enough to see the Northern Lights swirling in a wild and carefree dance across the sky in dramatic shapes, colors, patterns and sizes.
The Northern Lights are visible from September through April but can only be seen on a clear night. Therefore, the tour company reserves the right to cancel this tour if the evening sky is heavily clouded or weather conditions are not favorable. A decision is taken daily at 6 pm whether the tour will take place or not. Before you start this tour the tour companies always check the weather forecast around the southwestern part of Iceland. From experience, they decide where each journey will lead you, for the best possibilities to see the Northern Lights.
Please note: They cannot guarantee sightings even if the tour is operated.
Return to hotel at approximately 3-5 hours later.
Overnight accommodation at the centrally located, Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik.
Sunday, 8 December
Enjoy the morning on your own and then join an afternoon city tour.
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 harbour and the famous 101 Reykjavik neighbourhoods 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.
Please note: Lunch and refreshments are NOT included.
In the evening dinner is included (alcohol and wine extra) at Grillmarkadurinn (Grillmarket). This is a top quality grill restaurant located in central Reykjavik and was founded by Icelandic culinary team member Hrefna Rósa Sætran. Grillmarkadurinn aims to please, focusing on haute cuisine, creative culinary and Icelandic ingredients. They work closely with local farmers and buy most of their produce directly from the farm. They strive to highlight the origin of each product, with the help of fire, smoke, fire logs and coal. The result? A unique and thrilling culinary experience best described as Icelandic tradition with a modern twist. We will enjoy a tasting menu of locally prepared foods.
Overnight accommodation at the centrally located, Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik.
Monday, 9 December
This morning we will be picked up at approximately 11:00 am, please be ready in the lobby before this time and watch out for the Iceland Excursion bus at the entrance to our hotel. The driving time to Keflavík is around 50 minutes.
The Blue Lagoon is a unique geothermal spa situated in the youngest lava field in west Iceland. The Blue Lagoon offers many recreational options such as bathing in the milky blue water, enjoying an outdoor massage or spa treatment, or simply walking in the spectacular surroundings of the Lagoon.
On site there is also a fantastic restaurant with á la carte menu, a smaller cafeteria and bar, and the Blue Lagoon shop; selling skin care products based on the unique blend of Blue Lagoon geothermal seawater active ingredients: minerals, silica, and algae, as well as various Icelandic designer clothing and art.
Departure time will be at 4:00pm back to the hotel. Included in your Blue Lagoon stop will be entrance fee, towel and a special Blue Lagoon cocktail!
Overnight accommodation at the centrally located, Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik.
Tuesday, 10 December
Golden Circle and Fontana Steam Bath Excursion B.
The tour begins at 9 am but please be ready in the hotel lobby for pick up around 8:30 or a bit before. Tour is approximately 9 hours in length. This new tour which combines history, natural phenomena and relaxation.
Visit three of Iceland’s most famous places – Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir hot spring area and Þingvellir National Park. Also, make a stop in Laugarvatn, a small village that sits on the banks of a lake by the same name. The town is famous for its natural sauna, built above a real live hot spring. The original sauna was built in the 1920’s and was little more than a shack with two compartments, built above the hot spring that bubbles and gurgles below your feet. Today, however, it takes pride of place in the über-modern Fontana Laugarvatn, and is complemented by a dry sauna plus hot tubs of varying temperatures and descriptions. A visit to this amazing natural sauna is something that all visitors to Iceland should get to experience. Afterwards you will be escorted to a country gallery where you are welcomed by hot spring baked rye bread with smoked local trout.
Included in this tour are bus fare, guidance, and admission to the Geysir multimedia show, light refreshments & admission to the steam bath.
Overnight accommodation at the centrally located, Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik.
Wednesday, 11 December
This morning will be free time. We will be picked up at approximately 2:00 pm, please be ready in the lobby before this time with your luggage and checked out. The driving time to the airport is around 1 hour.
Check into your FI flight in the evening to return to the USA.
To Reserve your space
Call Wine Diva Deb at 206-617-6160 or send email to: winedivadeb@yahoo.com.
Non refundable $25 booking fee will apply to all booking. Travel Insurance highly recommended as well as Personal & Medical Insurance.
Group Flight Details
Please indicated when booking if you would like to fly with the group.
Recommend flying Icelandair and the flight details that most of the group will be flying are shown below. They allow 2 checked bags of 50lbs each with no additional fee. In economy meal and beverage service is extra.
Flights Details to/from Seattle/Reykjavik
Pricing subject to rates when purchased and will be added to the package price.
Seattle to Reykjavik
Friday, December 06, 2013
Departure: 3:30PM Seattle, USA – Seattle Tacoma
Arrival: 6:45AM +1 day Reykjavik, Iceland – Keflavik International
Airline: Icelandair FI680
Duration: 7 hours 15 mins
Reykjavik to Seattle
Wednesday, December 11, 2013
Departure: 4:55PM Reykjavik, Iceland – Keflavik International
Arrival: 4:40PM Seattle, USA – Seattle Tacoma
Airline: Icelandair FI681
Duration: 7 hours 45 mins
