Escorted Tours 2023-24 1st Edition

Day 1: UK to Reykjavik Depart the UK on your direct flight. Upon arrival, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel. This evening, journey to a secluded vantage point for a chance to witness the Northern Lights, a celestial kaleidoscope of turquoise bands rolling across the still night sky. This phenomenon is a truly awe- inspiring spectacle to behold and Iceland’s vast, dark plains provide the perfect backdrop for their splendour. Day 2: Reykjavik B After breakfast, embark on a full-day tour around the Golden Circle, passing steaming hot springs, bubbling mud pots, erupting geysers and dazzling landscapes. Witness the spectacular double cascade of Gullfoss Waterfall which is equally breath-taking in summer when rainbows arch through the spray, and winter when ice and snow are carried by its powerful flow. Next, observe the enormous plumes of the Strokkur geyser, where eruptions burst upwards to heights of 15–30 metres. Discover how tomatoes grow within this harsh tundra at the Frioheimar Cultivation Centre then head to the UNESCO-recognised Thingvellir National Park. This colossal fissured rift valley was home to the world’s first democratic parliament, formed in 930A.D. and offers sweeping views of rugged peaks and terrain. Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure. Day 3: Reykjavik B Today is at leisure for you to experience the world’s northernmost capital, home to incredible architecture, hospitable locals and snow-capped mountain peaks. Abounding historical, cultural and artistic treasures, Reykjavik boasts a wealth of captivating sites; spend your day at leisure meandering through the old town’s brightly painted houses, admiring the contemporary glass façade of the Harpa Concert Hall or observing The Sun Voyager, Reykjavik’s most iconic structure, positioned on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. Alternatively, a range of optional excursions are available to pre-book at a fee. Day 4: Reykjavik to the UK B After breakfast, enjoy a morning at leisure. This afternoon, transfer for your return flight, or continue on to your chosen extension. Iceland’s Northern Lights Tour highlights ✔ Search for the Aurora Borealis on a Northern Lights excursion. (If luck is not on your side, then the excursion will be repeated until you have a successful sighting) ✔ Witness the spectacular Gullfoss Waterfall and the eruptions of Strokkur Geyser ✔ Explore Reykjavik with a full-day of leisure ✔ Enjoy a full-day tour around the scenic Golden Circle ✔ Marvel at the rift valley of Thingvellir National Park Experience Iceland’s astonishing displays of the Northern Lights, bursts of geothermic water from prehistoric geysers, cinematic landscapes dominated by snow-topped mountain ranges and explore Viking history upon the plains of Thingvellir National Park. Northern Lights Meal plan: 3 breakfasts Accommodation: Reykjavik, 3 H Hotel Klettur Flights: London Heathrow to Iceland with Iceland Air. Regional flights available, please see page 168-169 Tour pace: Easygoing  Keflavik Airport Thingvellir National Park Strokkur Geyser Gullfoss Waterfall Frioheimar Reykjavik < <     Coach Air Nights 2 3 PLEASE NOTE: Excursions are shared, meaning that these excursions are not exclusive to Mercury Holidays customers, you will have a local English-Speaking guide present during these excursions ensuring that you always have first-hand knowledge. This guide will only be available during excursions. Day 3: Optional excursions Northern Lights tour with Hotel Pick Up from £79 Reykjavik city tour from £99 Whale Watching Tour with Hotel Pick Up from £119 South Shore day tour from £119 Blue Lagoon with Comfort Entrance from £159 Whale Watching and Northern Lights Cruise with Hotel Pick Up from £179 Extend your tour Reykjavik city stay, 2 nights, 3 H B&B from £239 No Single Supplement Rooms available with no single supplement. Once sold, single supplement starts from £219 Departures & from prices 5 Oct 23 £1,049 29 Feb 24 £899 19 Oct 23 £1,049 7 Mar 24 £849 2 Nov 23 £799 21 Mar 24 £999 16 Nov 23 £949 4 Apr 24 £1,049 23 Nov 23 £949 3 Oct 24 £1,049 30 Nov 23 £949 17 Oct 24 £1,049 4 Jan 24 £999 31 Oct 24 £799 18 Jan 24 £999 14 Nov 24 £899 8 Feb 24 £999 21 Nov 24 £979 22 Feb 24 £949 28 Nov 24 £999 • Tipping not required Europe 155 Hundreds of escorted tours are available on our website www.mercuryholidays.co.uk