Iceland: Volcanoes and Glaciers Adventure

Itinerary

Day 1 (Saturday 14 October 2023):

London – Reykjavik
Depart London for Reykjavik and transfer to a cabin hotel (or similar).
Overnight: Cabin hotel
Meals: None

Day 2 (Sunday 15 October 2023):

Reykjavik – Reykjanes Peninsula & Geldingardalir Volcano – Reykjavik
The Reykjanes Peninsula is a centre of volcanic and geothermal activity and is the only place in the world where the Mid-Atlantic Ridge is visible above sea level. The lava-scarred landscape is other-worldly, full of fissures and faults, and a fantastic introduction to Iceland!  Earlier this year, the area experienced a new volcanic eruption, for the first time in around 800 years. If the eruption is still on-going, and safe to visit, we plan to take a short hike to witness the lava flow at twilight.  Return to Reykjavik this evening.
Accommodation: Cabin hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast, lunch

Day 3 (Monday 16 October 2023):

Reykjavik – Golden Circle
Today we set off to see the highlights of Iceland, no less spectacular due to their popularity! The three main stops are spectacular Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir with its numerous geysers (named after the town!), and Pingvellir National Park, important for both geological and political reasons, as it was here the first parliament of Iceland was formed in 930.  There is also a chance to take a dip in a natural hot spring at Reykjadalur, before continuing our journey to finish the day at Skogar. There may be time for a short hike alongside the waterfall before checking into our accommodation, the Kverna Hotel (or similar).
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 4 (Tuesday 17 October 2023):

Golden Circle – Solheimajokull Glacier Hike
A full day of hiking, starting off in a glacier truck, enabling us to reach remote areas which normal vehicles cannot access, and then continuing our journey on foot.  The glacier guide will lead us through a frozen wonderland of different shades of glacier ice – white, blue and crystal-clear. You’ll peer down into deep crevasses and water cauldrons, as well as enjoying views across to the coast and the black sand beaches of the south.  Return to Skogar for the night.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 5 (Wednesday 18 October 2023):

Skogar – Reykjavik
Today offers a unique opportunity to explore an ice cave, recently discovered on the Solheimajokull glacier.  Witness first hand one of Iceland’s great natural wonders as you walk into a frozen world of crevasses, water cauldrons and ridges.  After completing our adventure we head back to Reykjavik for a final night at the Cabin Hotel (or similar).
Accommodation: Cabin hotel
Meals: Breakfast, lunch

Day 6 (Thursday 19 October 2023)

Reykjavik – London
Today we take the flight home back to London.
Meals: Breakfast

N.B. This itinerary may change due to weather, the ability of the group and so on. We will do our best to keep to the itinerary but we cannot be held responsible for changes outside of our control. In all circumstances your guide and tour leader will have the final say in the interest health and safety.  

Costs & How to pay

Registration fee: £320
and then either…

Self-funded: £1850

or

Sponsorship: £3700

or 

Flexi: £1850 trip costs and £1850 sponsorship for a charity* of your choice

SELF-FUNDED

This option is for those who choose to pay the trip costs (flights, accommodation, food, guides etc.) themselves. There is no sponsorship required although if you wish to raise sponsorship for a charity you are welcome to do so.

• A registration fee is payable at the time of booking.
• Trip cost balance is payable to Different Travel 10 weeks prior to departure.
• You are welcome to fundraise separately for any charity of your choice but this is not mandatory. Any fundraising undertaken cannot be used for your trip costs.

SPONSORSHIP

This option is for those who wish to raise sponsorship to cover both the costs of the trip (flights, accommodation, food, guides etc.) and a donation to their chosen charity. There is a minimum sponsorship amount for each trip that you are required to raise in order to participate.

• A registration fee is payable at the time of booking.
• The minimum sponsorship must be paid to the charity 12 weeks prior to departure.
• The amount the charity receives is at least 50% of the minimum sponsorship total.

FLEXI

This option is for those who choose to pay the trip costs (flights, accommodation, food, guides etc.) themselves while still raising some funds for the charity.

• A registration fee is payable at the time of booking.
• Trip cost balance is payable to the charity 12 weeks prior to departure.
• Any fundraising undertaken cannot be used for your trip costs.

*If your chosen charity is not on this list, please seek permission to fundraise for them by taking part in this challenge before making your booking.