Seeing the kids' faces when the Northern Lights danced across the sky was priceless. The museums we visited were great; really interactive and kept us all engaged for hours. The FlyOver Iceland was a unique experience which we loved doing together as a family.
Overview
What's included?
- Transfers: return scheduled Flybus airport shuttle transfers
- Accommodation: 3 nights’ accommodation in triple/family hotel rooms at Hotel Grandi or Reykjavik Marina Hotel (depending on availability)
- Meals: 3 breakfasts
- Activities: The following activities are included: FlyOver Iceland, Whales of Iceland and Lava Museum (order subject to change)
- Support: 24/7 assistance from our UK based operations team and in destination support from our local partners
Create lasting memories with your loved ones in the land of fire and ice and uncover the magic of Iceland. Perhaps you’ll spot a whale or maybe you’ll catch a glimpse of the spectacular Northern Lights? This short break has the perfect mix of organised activities and a selection of recommended excursions to help you design your family’s ultimate holiday.
Rich in Viking history, abundant with dramatic volcanic landscapes and defined by towering glaciers, it’s unsurprising Iceland is a popular bucket-list destination. Treat your family to an unforgettable trip of a lifetime to Iceland’s capital, Reykjavik.
This three-night getaway will excite both young and old with plenty of opportunities to experience the magic and wonder of such a captivating landscape. Not all classrooms have four walls, and this holiday provides a wholesome balance of enrichment and adventure the kids will love. The whole family will be immersed in Icelandic nature and history at the Whales of Iceland and Lava Museum and come away feeling inspired.
We know that flexibility and freedom are important to families and thus, day three of the itinerary is a blank canvas for you to tailor your time and set your own pace. There are a variety of unmissable excursions to handpick from on our ‘personalise’ page from whale watching to a Northern Lights hunt.
Be sure to make the most of your time in this unique part of the world and share experiences that will last a lifetime.
Agenda
Agenda
Show full agenda-
Day 1 Arrival in Iceland
Upon arriving at Keflavik Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel accommodation with FlyBus. The bus stop is located right outside the terminal area and the driver will greet you there. Depending on your arrival time, you may wish to explore Reykjavik city centre. Many of the main attractions are within easy walking distance and a plethora of stylish restaurants and bars perch along the idyllic harbourside.
Please note that the order of activities within your itinerary is subject to change and the agenda below should be used as a guide only. The exact order of your agenda will be confirmed upon arrival at the hotel
Included Meals: None -
Day 2 Reykjavik Day
After a wholesome breakfast, prepare for a day of culture, history and discovery. Firstly, you’ll head to FlyOver Iceland; a must-do activity when visiting Reykjavik. FlyOver Iceland is a top tourist attraction with motion seating and a wraparound screen, simulating a flight over majestic mountains and breath-taking glaciers. Using state-of-the-art technology, FlyOver Iceland will take you on an exhilarating journey through the country’s wondrous landscape. Engage all of your senses as the film is enhanced with a dramatic musical score, special effects such as wind, mist and scents.
Around the corner, you’ll find your next stop, Whales of Iceland. This interactive museum exhibits twenty-three life sized models of the various whale species found in Icelandic waters. Each model was sculpted after an actual individual in the wild and features the whales’ personal markings and characteristics. Get up close to a gigantic blue whale, a fascinating sperm whale and the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale. There’s so much for the whole family to see and do, including catching a showing of the award-winning documentary Sonic Sea shown on a large cinema screen. Expect ambient lighting, soothing whale sounds and to come away having gained a deep insight into these enchanting creatures!
Later today, you and your family will experience an exciting journey through volcanology in Iceland at the high-tech Lava Centre. Explore the exhibition halls and use the interactive displays at the Lava Centre to discover the immense and complex natural forces that form the Earth and began to create Iceland tens of millions of years ago.
Included Meals: Breakfast -
Day 3 Free Day
Today is free for you and your family to design. Experience activities that are meaningful to you and create precious memories to last a lifetime. Visit the ‘personalise’ tab for a list of our recommended trips or speak to one of our Travel Experts who can advise you on which excursions will suit your family best according to your interests and travel aspirations.
Included Meals: Breakfast -
Day 4 Departure
Sadly, it’s time to bid goodbye to Iceland as your getaway comes to an end. Following breakfast, you will transfer back to the airport via the scheduled FlyBus shuttle.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation
Accommodation
Included in price
-
Hotel Grandi
Nights: 1-3
Hotel Grandi is situated in the centre of Reykjavik’s booming creative quarter, within close proximity of a local bars, restaurants and cafes. The harbour is just a short walking distance too.
Grandi offers classic comfort with a modern, industrial finish and has an onsite restaurant and bakery.
Hotel Rooms
This package includes a standard double room with extra bed. Rooms are both cosy and contemporary and include a minibar, free Wi-Fi, telephone and TV with video on demand. Deluxe rooms and suites are subject to availability and will incur a supplement. If you would like to upgrade your accommodation, please speak to one of our Travel Experts who will be happy to help.
Facilities:
- Héðinn Kitchen and Bar serves up delicious seasonal dishes at both lunch and dinner time under the leadership of chef Sindra Guðbrand Sigurðsson. Childhood friends Karl Viggó Vigfússon and Elías Guðmundsson head up the front of house team and will be delighted to welcome you and your family
- Open daily, Hygge bakery is the perfect pitstop after a wander around Reykjavik, and Héðinn Kitchen & Bar offers a great selection of tasty dishes.
- Concierge Service and 24-Hour Front Desk
Other options
-
Reykjavik Marina Hotel
Conveniently located in the popular 101 harbour district of Berjaya, Reykjavik Marina Hotel is surrounded by countless dinging and sightseeing options. A lively neighbourhood, you’ll enjoy being right in the heart of the action and enjoying views across the beautiful harbour.
Housed in a renovated four storey building, Reykjavik Marina Hotel blends the past and present with its tasteful contemporary décor and respectful nods to the area’s historic fishing traditions. The Hotel has been awarded a Green Hotel certification in recognition of its pledge to continually improve its environmental performance without compromising the outstanding level of service guests have come to expect.
220 messages are hidden throughout the hotel, containing facts and messages to visitors making it a fun place for families to explore.
Hotel Rooms
All of the family rooms have a stunning view over the ever-changing North Atlantic and Esja mountain and come equipped with a King bed and sofa bed, telephone and flat screen TV, Fre Wi-fi, hairdryer, safe, mini-fridge and yea and coffee making facilities. Other room options may be available for a supplement. Please speak to our Travel Experts for a quotation.
Facilities:
- In house restaurant, Slippbarinn, claims to be the birthplace of the Reykjavik cocktail culture, so your mixology desires are in very good hands! The menu focuses on fresh ingredients, interesting flavours and bold presentation. A delicious breakfast buffet is served 7am – 10am and the kitchen is open daily for late lunches and evening meals 3pm – 9.30pm.
- On-site hair salon, Wave provides a sanctuary for those wanting a little pamper during their stay
- 24-Hour Front Desk
Personalise
Personalise this tour
Our pick
-
Northern Lights Hunt
Step on board your coach for the evening and head out into the night in search for the Northern Lights. Your driver-guide will take you away from the artificial lights of the city and to some of the best vantage points for some Aurora spotting. Your guide will be on hand to answer any questions you have about the Aurora and will give you an introduction to the science behind their magical appearance.
From £107 per adult
From £54 per child
Other options
Activities
-
Whale Watching Tour
Enjoy a magical journey into Faxaflói bay with an expert crew and specially trained naturalists.
With the guidance of your marine biologist guide, you will learn all about the full range of wildlife that calls Iceland home. The most common whale species are Minke, Humpback, White-beaked Dolphins and Harbour Porpoises. Occasionally other species such as Orca, Fin whales, Sei whales and Long-finned Pilot whales can be spotted. You may also see a wide array of wild birds from Puffins and Gannets to Guillemots and more, as they feed on the plentiful fish found in the bay.
The meeting point for the tour is the Old Harbour in central Reykjavik – this is within walking distance but also easily reached by taxi. You can take some time to look through the visitor centre before boarding. Once aboard, you will find several outdoor observation platforms, a heated indoor saloon with large viewing windows, a cafeteria where you can buy light refreshments, toilet facilities and a cloakroom where you can borrow blankets and overalls for the duration of the tour. You can stay outside and revel in the fresh air or if you prefer, you are welcome to nestle inside the heated lounge and observe from within. A live commentary throughout the tour will notify you of any sightings.
From: £122 per adult
From: £62 per child -
Golden Circle Tour
Iceland’s Golden Circle Tour showcases some of the country’s most well-known sights. By bus, you will travel to the southern highlands visiting Þingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall and the famous Geysir geothermal area.
You will begin with a trip to Þingvellir National Park, which plays a vital role in Iceland’s history. Þingvellir is the meeting point of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, creating dramatic cracks and fissures in the landscape.
Following the National Park is a short stop at Efstidalur for a glimpse of Icelandic farm life – you'll have time to sample the delicious home-made ice cream too.
Next, you will travel to the ‘Golden Waterfall’ of Gullfoss, which rushes down from a height of 32 metres. The power of the waterfall is mesmerising and during the winter, great sections of ice cover parts of Gullfoss giving a wonderful display of ice formations.
Your guide will then take you to the Geysir Geothermal Area, named after the now mainly dormant geyser called ‘Geysir’, which has lent its name to all such exploding hot springs around the world. The biggest geyser here is Strokkur, which erupts every few minutes, shooting water 30 metres into the air.
The Geysir geothermal area is located in the Haukadalur Valley and at this site, you will find two remarkable Geysirs which have been active for around 10,000 years. You will need to be exceptionally lucky to catch a glimpse of the Great Geysir in action as it only erupts every few months. However, the nearby Strokkur Geysir erupts every 6-10 minutes and can shoot hot water as high as 40 metres into the air.
Lastly, you will make a stop at the Secret Lagoon, so remember bring your swimming costumes and towels along, should there be time for a dip.
From: £138 per adult
From: £69 per child -
Saga Museum
The Saga Museum recreates fundamental moments in Icelandic early history, events that have determined the fate of the country’s people and gives a fascinating insight into how Icelanders have lived for more than 1000 years. Life-like wax figures have been modelled on historical Icelandic individuals informed by descriptions found in the Viking sagas and chronicles. All of the articles on display in the museum have been methodically crafted using traditional methods passed down through generations.
Audio-guides are available in English and a number of other languages as you journey through the museum into Iceland’s turbulent past.
From: £31 per adult
From: £10 per child
Dates & Prices
We include more, no hidden costs
Please note that the prices below are subject to change due to availability at the respective hotels; supplements may apply.
Dates
Terms
For our full booking terms and conditions please click here
The Specifics
Group Size
We always try to provide an approximation of the group size you can expect to be with for the duration of each of our holidays. It may be that you are joined by others for parts of your holiday (such as transfers and particular activities) but the above number reflects those you can normally expect to be with from beginning to end. If group size is something which is particularly important to you, please speak to our Travel Experts and they can suggest the best holidays for you.
Tailor-made holiday group sizes will vary for all activities as will the group size for any additional activities you book.
Minimum numbers required for a holiday to operate
Some of our holidays require a minimum number of participants to operate (as listed in the ‘Group Size’ section). If your holiday departure has not yet reached the minimum number, you will be told at the time of booking. In the unlikely event that your chosen date is not guaranteed by nine weeks before your scheduled departure date, we will contact you to discuss the available options as per our booking conditions.
Minimum and maximum age
The minimum age for this holiday can be found in the ‘Key Facts’ section of the holiday overview.
Younger family members may be able to participate but may not be able to take part in all activities. Please contact one of our Travel Experts if you have any questions.
Itinerary amendments
The order of activities listed in this agenda is provided for guidance only, your final and detailed itinerary will be provided either with your final travel documents (which are uploaded into your online account around a week prior to departure) or upon arrival.
Medical History and Advice
We want our holidays to be accessible as they can be and will do our best to accommodate any special requests and requirements where possible. We have a wide range of holidays and destinations and so our travel experts will help find the best holiday for you.
In order to give us the best possible chance to do this we ask that if you or any member of your party has any medical condition or disability which may affect your holiday or has any special requirements, that you tell us at the time of enquiry or booking. You must also promptly advise us if any medical condition or disability which may affect your holiday develops after your booking has been confirmed. You may need to provide a doctor’s note and proof of insurance in some cases as the health and safety of our clients is absolutely paramount.
In providing this information you are allowing us to work with our expert local partners to ensure that your whole party can enjoy the holiday. By letting us know in advance we can discreetly work with you to adapt any part of the holiday which may potentially be challenging. Being able to prepare for this in advance makes an incredible difference to what we can offer and minimises any impact on your party and the rest of the group.
Unfortunately, if you choose not to share this information with us in advance then it may limit some or all of the itinerary you have booked, and we cannot be held accountable for any additional costs or missed activities resulting from this.
It is vitally important that you advise us prior to departure of any medical or dietary condition relating to any member of your party so that we may notify our local staff before you arrive. We recommend only drinking bottled water from bottles with unbroken seals and be vigilant about the use of ice in drinks and ice cream.
Insurance
Insurance is not included in your holiday, but it is a pre-requisite to travelling with us. You will need to ensure that you have cover for all the activities that you will be participating in during your holiday.
It is extremely important that you take out a suitable travel insurance policy at the time of booking. Plans do sometimes change, and you will need this policy should you need to cancel your holiday.
If you are struggling to find a suitable policy then details of our preferred provider, who will cover you for all the activities we offer, can be found on our website by clicking here. Please note that this policy is available to EU residents under the age of 75 only.
The UK Foreign Office Advice
Our clients’ safety is at the centre of everything we do, and our operations team continually assesses and monitors the destinations we feature. We carry out thorough risk assessments and work closely with all of our suppliers to continually follow best practice. For up to date travel advice the UK government offers its Travel Aware website as well as the advice detailed below.
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office Advice
We receive all updates from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) with regards to travel advice and we always ensure that we follow this advice in our operations. The FCO issues travel advisories for countries based on a very wide range of factors. They may provide notification about things as simple as a football match and crowds, or they may go so far as to advise against all travel to a region. We ask all our clients to refer to the relevant Travel Advice by Country for the destinations they are visiting in order to make an informed decision on the safety of the destination based on the details provided. It also provides vital information regarding entry requirements, embassy information, local laws and customs as well as specific safety and health. Guests should take responsibility for keeping themselves up to date with this advice. Please also ensure that, if you are transiting through another country, you have read the advice and meet the entry requirements for that destination too.
The FCO travel advice is applicable to British Passport Holders. Most governments will issue their own travel advice for a region and, if you are not a UK resident then you can find some helpful links below:
Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/
New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade http://www.safetravel.govt.nz/
Canadian Consular Affairs Bureau http://voyage.gc.ca/
The U.S. Bureau of Consular Affairs http://travel.state.gov/content/travel/english.html
If the FCO deems that there is an unacceptable level of risk for UK citizens then, together with the government, they may issue an advisory against all travel to a region or country. If such an advisory is published, then we will act accordingly, and this may require the cancellation, curtailment or amendment of a holiday itinerary. These decisions are made on the basis of ensuring our clients’ safety and will affect all clients on the holiday, regardless of their nationality.
If one of our local experts suggests an amendment due to a situation which develops locally then we may also take the decision to amend an itinerary appropriately.
If we have to cancel your holiday prior to departure you will be offered the option of an alternative trip (where any price difference will either be refunded to or covered by you) or a full refund of the monies paid.
If we have to curtail a holiday, then you will be refunded for any costs for the elements we have been unable to deliver, where we have been able to secure a refund from our suppliers. If we must reroute a holiday, then any basis for refund is determined on a case by case basis and dependent on whether the central holiday experience was provided or not.
Booking activities locally
Additional activities can be booked locally in almost all our destinations. However, as per our booking conditions, we cannot be held responsible for any injury or loss incurred through participation in activities which are booked at your destination outside of our holiday itinerary (see our ‘Terms and Conditions’ for further details).
When arranging any such activity please always ensure that safety is your primary concern.
In some of our destinations, you can borrow or hire equipment for use in your free time. You do so entirely at your own risk. You must ensure that you are correctly prepared, have the necessary equipment and knowledge (maps, etc.) and ensure that where applicable, you follow marked routes. We recommend discussing your plans with the local teams who will be able to advise on the most suitable options for you.
Always let the reception/guide know where you are planning to go and take a torch and mobile phone (with the hotel/guide’s phone number stored). It is also a good idea to leave your contact number and the time you expect to return to the hotel should the hotel need to contact you.
Flight schedule changes and connecting transportation
On your documentation, we will confirm your flight schedule. Sometimes the flight number, routing and timings might change prior to your departure. If the change is classed as a significant change then we will contact you to discuss this. Please see our booking conditions for details.
Flight schedule changes can impact on your pre and post-holiday travel arrangements if these have been booked separately to your holiday. We strongly recommend that you do not book transport (such as trains or transfers), car parking or non-connecting flights to the departure point for your holiday until you have received your final confirmed travel times when your final travel documents are issued. We are not responsible for the effect of any schedule change on your pre or post travel arrangements. We strongly recommend that you do not purchase non-flexible or non-refundable tickets to avoid cancellation and penalty charges.
Booking your own flights cancellation disclaimer
If you have chosen to book your own flights, then you will need to wait until we confirm to you that the holiday departure has met the minimum numbers required to run (if applicable to your chosen holiday). Once the holiday is guaranteed to run, you will be informed and you can then make your arrangements.
If transfers are included in your holiday, please ensure that any potential flights will be met by our standard transfers (speak to one of our Travel Experts for advice) otherwise private transfer supplements may be applicable. Once your flights are booked, please send us a copy of your detailed flight itinerary.
Please be aware that most tickets are non-refundable in the case of cancellation. For this reason, we strongly advise you check the rules of the ticket and check the limitations of your cancellation insurance before booking. We cannot be held liable, in the unlikely eventuality that we should be forced to cancel or amend your trip, for losses incurred relating to any flight booking you have made.
Terms and Conditions
Our full booking terms and conditions can be found on our website: https://www.activitiesabroad.com/booking-conditions
Please note: our payment and cancellation terms will be unique to each booking – they will be confirmed with you at the time of quotation. The terms listed above are noted as a guide only
Gallery
Photos (7)
Travel Website Development
