Leaving Reykjavík at 8:30 am,we drive eastward
alongside the aquaduct containing the hot water which is being harnessed at the
Nesjavellir power plant
and pumped towards the city.
After a visit to
this spectacular geothermal area, we drive along the shores of the Þingvallavatn lake towards the National Park and
first to Almannagjá,
where effects of the tectonic plate movements on the earth's crust can clearly
be seen, then walk down towards Þingvellir, the parliament plains, where
the country's national assembly took place for centuries.
Proceeding
across the Lyngdalsheiði moor, with it's numerous caves and volcanic craters,
we will discover the Laugarvatn holiday resort
and thence, heading northwards, we will reach the world famous Geysir geothermal
area. The "old faithful" himself, after the frequent earthquakes and
tremors in June 2000,erupts sporadically, but nearby Strokkur
erupts regularly every 4-5 minutes.
After lunch,
(not included),we will drive a few miles up the road to the splendid Gullfoss waterfall, which never fails to profoundly impress
the visitor.
Heading back through the Biskupstungur
region, we can often see big herds of icelandic horses, and large gatherings of
wild geese or swans, especially in the spring-and autumn times.
At the old
bishopric Skálholt, which was the prime religious and spiritual centre
of Iceland for centuries, we will visit the new cathedral, which is renowned for
it's architectural splendour and acoustic excellence. Outside, we can also witness
the ongoing archaeological
investigations at Skálholt.
The perfectly
shaped volcanic crater Kerið
in the Grímsnes county, is commonly considered to be one of Iceland's finest
and from there we will proceed towards the greenhouse village of Hveragerði,
where,after a town visit, we can switch to a more favorable climate by going to
see some flowering tropical plants at the Eden
greenhouse.
Another interesting possibility
would be to go and relax in the natural sauna bath at the Hveragerði swimming
pool, which is one of the country's best.
Duration of tour: 6 - 7 hours,
Departures:Tuesdays and Thursdays
at 8:30 a.m., and by request.
Tour Price:
Price per person, (for 3 passengers or more):
(Click inside box to
select your currency).
Conditions
of sale. (please read carefully)
Services included: Four-wheel drive
transportation and guidance.
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