REYKJAVÍK: 7 DAYS
July 8-15, 2021
Iceland has more options and resources for travellers with disabilities than ever before. The following tour is planned to give you the best idea of how adventurous and yet accessible and welcoming Iceland is. Become familiar with the famous sights of our capital, visit the well- known Þingvellir National Park as well as the Geyser “Strokkur” and the waterfall Gullfoss and enjoy a relaxing time at the Blue Lagoon. If you are interested in spending a few vacation days in Iceland at a leisurely pace, this is the perfect holiday package for you.
Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival
Welcome to Iceland! Once you arrive in Keflavik International Airport, you will be welcomed by our private chauffeur who will transfer you to your accommodation in the centre of Reykjavik. We suggest that you use your free afternoon to explore the city or visit one of the museums of Reykjavik. After you get a first impression of the capital, you will spend the night in your accommodation for the next days, a wheelchair friendly hotel with spacious, handicap- accessible room and bathroom with roll in the shower.
Sites recommended in Reykjavik:
- Hallgímskirkja church
- National Museum
- Laugavegur shopping street
- Harpa concert and conference centre
- Old harbour of Reykjavík
- and more
Day 02: Tour of Reykjavík: Perlan Museum and Whales of Iceland
Today you will explore Reykjavík. In the morning you will visit Perlan Museum and observatory. The main exhibition, Wonders of Iceland, shows you presentations about volcanoes, tectonic plates, geothermal activity and more. The location is stunning. Afterwards, you will be conducted to the Whales of Iceland Museum. Whales of Iceland exhibit consists of 23 man-made life size models of the various whale species found in Icelandic waters throughout its natural history. A 25 m. (82 ft.) long blue whale, a full-size sperm whale, the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale and many more! See them all in their actual size!
Much work was done on the models and all models are hand-painted and personal characteristic can be found on each model that assembles a real whale in the ocean. The models are also soft, squishy and fun to touch.
With interactive information stands and videos, surrounded by soothing whale sounds, underwater ambient lighting and black and yellow beach-like floor Whales of Iceland is a dreamy adventure for the whole family.
Day 03: Private Guided Golden Circle Tour
In the morning your private guide picks you up from your hotel and you start your day by driving to Þingvellir National park. The park is an excellent example of the uniqueness of the Icelandic Nature, which is why it was included in UNESCO´s World Heritage list in 2004 and has a lot to offer to its visitors. The paths in Þingvellir are very well and most of the places are easily reachable by wheelchair. Your guide will show you the best places and after exploring the treasures of the park, you will head south to see Geysir Spouting Spring. You will have the chance to see Strokkur, one the most famous geysers of Iceland. It erupts every 4–8 minutes at approximately 15 – 20 m high, sometimes even up to 40 m! The geysir is easily reachable with the wheelchair. Last stop of your Golden Circle tour is Gullfoss (the Golden Waterfall), which is undoubtedly the country’s most famous waterfall. On the way back to Reykjavík you visit Kerið an old volcano crater filled with water.
Highlights of the day
- Þingvellir National Park
- Gullfoss waterfall
- Geysir
- Kerið
- and more
Day 04: Free day in Reykjavík
After a day full of images of the Icelandic nature, we suggest that you today explore Iceland´s biggest city and the world´s northernmost capital. Reykjavik is an exciting city with a rich cultural life. You should not miss the chance to visit some of the city´s landmarks, museums and exhibitions. We recommend you a guided tour in Harpa, the modern concert hall that opened in 2010 to learn all about the glass facade designed by Olafur Eliasson, discover the ideas behind the stunning architecture, and explore the building’s various halls. In the afternoon you can join an optional whale watching tour, where you have the chance to see mainly minke whales and dolphins. Checking the weather forecast in advance is always a good idea, to make sure the sea is relatively calm on this day. Ask at the hotel reception to ensure an enjoyable whale watching experience!
Highlights of the day:
- Reykjavík
- Harpa concert and conference centre
- Guided tour in Harpa (optional)
- Whale watching tour (optional)
- and more
Day 05: Private Guided Tour Reykjanes and Blue Lagoon
Today a private guided tour to Reykjanes peninsula; an active geothermal area and a diamond in the rough, is planned for you. The first stop for the day will be Seltún (Krýsuvík) where boiling mud pools and colourful mountains can be found. Your next stop for today will be the unique Blue Lagoon. That is by far the most relaxing experience of your Icelandic holidays! Being perfectly accessible to everyone, the Blue Lagoon contains special changing rooms, a pool access lift and special wheelchairs for the lagoon itself. The deepest part of Blue Lagoon is around 1.60m/5.2ft ft but most parts of the lagoon are far shallower. In the late afternoon your guide drives you back to the capital where you can enjoy dinner in one of the many restaurants in the centre and enjoy your last night in Iceland.
Highlights of the day:
- Reykjanes peninsula
- Krýsuvík cove
- Grindavík
- Blue Lagoon (entrances included)
- and more
Day 06: Private Guided Tour South Coast of Iceland
In the morning your private guide picks you up from your hotel and you start your South Coast tour. The impressive Seljalandsfoss waterfall will be your first stop for the day. A wheelchair friendly path will take you closer to that 60m high waterfall. Close to the waterfall, you will find the Eyjafjallajokull visitor centre, a very interesting exhibition about the major eruption in 2010. Remember to collect some volcanic ash in the entrance! Continue to Skógar where you’ll find the picture perfect Skógafoss waterfall and the Skógar Folk museum. Farewell Dinner in the countryside included. You will then be returned to Reykjavík.
Day 07: Departure
It is unfortunately time to say ‘’Bless Bless’’ (as Icelanders say ´´goodbye´´) to Iceland! Pickup at your hotel and transfer to Keflavik International Airport with a private chauffeur for your flight home. We would like to thank you for choosing Iceland Unlimited and wish you a safe trip back home!
Detailed Information with Comfort Accommodations
Comfort accommodations:
These are minimum 3star hotels or better guesthouses. You have access to private facilities (shower and WC). Many of them have a restaurant and all offer good breakfast that is included in the price. Your room is wheelchair accessible with enough space and roll-in shower.
Total Price per person if booked by December 20, 2019 – $4643.50.
Prices may increase after January 1, 2020.
Included:
- 6 nights’ accommodation (comfort) with continental breakfast in a central, wheelchair friendly hotel
- Private pick-up from Keflavík Airport and transfer to your hotel in Reykjavík
- Private transfer from your hotel in Reykjavík to Keflavík International Airport
- Private guided Golden Circle tour
- Private guided Reykjanes tour
- Entrance to the Blue Lagoon
- Private South Coast tour
- Private tour of Reykjavík with entrances to Perlan Museum and Whales of Iceland
- Welcome & Farewell Dinner
- 24-hour emergency service
- Taxes and service fee
Not Included:
- Flights to/from Iceland
- Meals, drinks at restaurants and entrance fees (unless otherwise agreed upon)
- Personal travel insurance
Call Debra to reserve your space
1-800-920-8989
debra@easyaccesstravel.com
