Iceland

Land of Fire & Ice: Iceland With Your Grandchild

Program No. 10584RJ
Take a fantastic quest through the real-life magic of Iceland, where tales of Vikings combine with a wondrous landscape to make this the perfect adventure for you and your grandchild.

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At a Glance

With bobbing icebergs and bubbling mud, elusive elves and real-life reindeer, Iceland is a seemingly magical world for grandparents and grandchildren to discover together. Embark on a quest to embrace Iceland’s bounty. Whale watching, glacier trekking, fishing and horseback riding excursions are complemented by lessons on geology, the Vikings and the Sagas. Interact with Icelanders to learn about the daily lives of the people who inhabit this fascinating land.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to two miles daily over varied terrain. Elevations up to 4,500 feet.

What You'll Learn

  • Ride a glacier vehicle to the top of Langjokull, Iceland’s second largest glacier.
  • Discover amazing geological features like the Gullfoss waterfall and the Great Geysir.
  • The Nordura is said to harbor a large huldufolk population or “hidden people” of trolls, elves and dwarves. Find out if they truly exist.

General Notes

The age range for this program varies by departure date. Please make sure that you are attending a departure date that meets the correct age requirement.
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Meals
18 Meals
7 Breakfasts
6 Lunches
5 Dinners
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Low Fat, Low Salt, Vegetarian, Gluten Free
Lodging
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Display
Aug 10, 2024 - Aug 17, 2024
  • Aug 10, 2024 - Aug 17, 2024
  • Jun 22, 2024 - Jun 29, 2024 (Borgarnes to Reykjavik)
  • Jun 29, 2024 - Jul 06, 2024 (Borgarnes to Reykjavik)
  • Jul 06, 2024 - Jul 13, 2024 (Borgarnes to Reykjavik)
  • Jul 20, 2024 - Jul 27, 2024 (Borgarnes to Reykjavik)
  • Jul 27, 2024 - Aug 03, 2024 (Borgarnes to Reykjavik)
  • Aug 10, 2024 - Aug 17, 2024 (Borgarnes to Reykjavik)
4 nights
Borgarnes
Hotel Borgarnes is a three-star hotel in a town 70 kilometers west of Reykjavík and 120 kilometers from the international airport. There are many opportunities for recreation in the area: scenic hiking and riding paths, historical monuments, hot and cold swimming pools, and a museum.
2 nights
Reykjavik
The Berjaya Reykjavik Marina Hotel is a new and stylish hotel in the old downtown harbor district of Reykjavik. The hotel combines colorful and modern design with old relics of the harbor and shipyard to create a bright and authentic maritime atmosphere.
4 nights
Borgarnes
Hotel Borgarnes is a three-star hotel in a town 70 kilometers west of Reykjavík and 120 kilometers from the international airport. There are many opportunities for recreation in the area: scenic hiking and riding paths, historical monuments, hot and cold swimming pools, and a museum.
2 nights
Reykjavik
The Berjaya Reykjavik Marina Hotel is a new and stylish hotel in the old downtown harbor district of Reykjavik. The hotel combines colorful and modern design with old relics of the harbor and shipyard to create a bright and authentic maritime atmosphere.
4 nights
Borgarnes
Hotel Borgarnes is a three-star hotel in a town 70 kilometers west of Reykjavík and 120 kilometers from the international airport. There are many opportunities for recreation in the area: scenic hiking and riding paths, historical monuments, hot and cold swimming pools, and a museum.
2 nights
Reykjavik
The Berjaya Reykjavik Marina Hotel is a new and stylish hotel in the old downtown harbor district of Reykjavik. The hotel combines colorful and modern design with old relics of the harbor and shipyard to create a bright and authentic maritime atmosphere.
4 nights
Borgarnes
Hotel Borgarnes is a three-star hotel in a town 70 kilometers west of Reykjavík and 120 kilometers from the international airport. There are many opportunities for recreation in the area: scenic hiking and riding paths, historical monuments, hot and cold swimming pools, and a museum.
2 nights
Reykjavik
The Berjaya Reykjavik Marina Hotel is a new and stylish hotel in the old downtown harbor district of Reykjavik. The hotel combines colorful and modern design with old relics of the harbor and shipyard to create a bright and authentic maritime atmosphere.
4 nights
Borgarnes
Hotel Borgarnes is a three-star hotel in a town 70 kilometers west of Reykjavík and 120 kilometers from the international airport. There are many opportunities for recreation in the area: scenic hiking and riding paths, historical monuments, hot and cold swimming pools, and a museum.
2 nights
Reykjavik
The Berjaya Reykjavik Marina Hotel is a new and stylish hotel in the old downtown harbor district of Reykjavik. The hotel combines colorful and modern design with old relics of the harbor and shipyard to create a bright and authentic maritime atmosphere.
4 nights
Borgarnes
Hotel Borgarnes is a three-star hotel in a town 70 kilometers west of Reykjavík and 120 kilometers from the international airport. There are many opportunities for recreation in the area: scenic hiking and riding paths, historical monuments, hot and cold swimming pools, and a museum.
2 nights
Reykjavik
The Berjaya Reykjavik Marina Hotel is a new and stylish hotel in the old downtown harbor district of Reykjavik. The hotel combines colorful and modern design with old relics of the harbor and shipyard to create a bright and authentic maritime atmosphere.





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