ICELAND WITH THE KIDS:
AGES 8+
Trip Length: 7 days/6 nights
Start/Finish: Reykjavik/Reykjavik
Some of our guides have described Iceland as a cross between New
Zealand and Patagonia – but close by. We can’t disagree: it does
boast the best of the former’s pristine nature, along with the
remote, wild beauty of the latter. Combine that with its easy
accessibility and you’ve got the ideal family destination. The
only thing we don’t understand is why we’re the only active
travel company here. Yet.
If kids need some convincing (apart from being the first of
their friends to go to Iceland), tell them they’ll hike through
waterfalls and glacial landscapes, ride in an amphibious bus,
climb a glacier, soak in geothermal pools, hunt for Viking
treasure, explore lava caves, go horseback riding, catch fish
for mom and dad’s lunch and pilot Super Jeeps across a black
volcanic beach. Any more questions?
Trip Highlights:
- Kayak among the 2,700-odd islands, all teeming with
birds, that make up the Breidafjord
- Fly to the Vestmann Islands to spot gannets, guillemots,
storm petrels and puffins
- Hike to a natural pool tucked into the side of a
mountain for a swim under the midnight sun
- Dine on the island nation’s fresh seafood, lamb and
decadent desserts (the local delicacy of putrified shark is
strickly optional)
- Watch your kids try out the local sport of
“spranging”—or join in yourselves
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Skogar Country Hotel, Skogar Village
Probably the first design hotel in Iceland, this small
property oozes Scandinavian sharp lines. With only 12 rooms, it
is intimate and comfortable. The location, nestled against the
backdrop of Skogafoss Falls, is remote Iceland at its best. We
are particularly taken by its little sauna and hot pot with a
view up to Myrdalsjökull, perfect for a relaxing bath after a
long day of hiking.
Frost and Fire Guesthouse, Hveragerdi
This small hotel sits right on the banks of the steaming
Varma River. The rooms, though simple, are functional and the
amenities perfect for post-walking relaxation: a 12-metre pool,
a hot pot on the river and a sauna with an outdoor shower to
cool off. Nature abounds both in the architecture and in the
cuisine; organic farm produce is on the menu for breakfast and
dinner.
Budir Country Hotel, Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Completely rebuilt in 2002, this immaculate country-style hotel
continues a long tradition of outstanding hospitality and
exceptional cuisine. Budir has been hosting distinguished guests
in its majestic and welcoming setting since 1948.
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DATES & RATES |
2008 Departure:
Aug 06 - 12, 2008
Trip Length: 7 days/ 6 Nights
Price per Person from: $7,995
Single Supplement: $700
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