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Puffins
DENMARK STRAIT
Siglufjörður Grimsey Hornstrandir
Isafjarðardjup
Flatey Snaefellsnes
OUR JOURNEY
DAY 1 | Arrive Reykjavik
On arrival, you’ll be escorted to the Alda Hotel. After breakfast, explore Reykjavik with our fine Icelandic guide. With their keen insights, you’ll get to know their city from the harbor district to the colorful Old Quarter. meals b
DAY 2 | Welcome Aboard!
The warm, mineral-rich waters of the Blue
Lagoon are soothing and invigorating! After this delightful experience, we’ll take you to the pier to board the Ocean Atlantic. meals b+d
DAY 3 | The Westman Islands
As we near this archipelago just off Iceland’s southern coast, keep your eyes sharp for marine birds like the puffin and graceful gannet. We’ll pass close to Surtsey Island , born of volcanic activity just 50 years ago, to go ashore on Heimaey where a 1973 eruption buried 400 homes under a deep layer of ash. Experience life on the island and see some
of the homes that have only recently been excavated. You can learn more of the island’s dramatic history at the Eldheimar Geological Museum. Back onboard, we include complimentary wine and beer at lunch and dinner. meals b+l+d
DAY 4 | Unique Art + Amazing birds Go ashore in Djúpivogur to see its fine old
homes and to experience its cultural scene. Unique outdoor art installations and the Cultural Center are highlights. Back onboard, navigate along Iceland’s eastern coast where deep fjords, steep mountains and pristine waterfalls will enthrall you. This afternoon, a guided hike on Hafnarhólmi offers a chance to observe the puffins, eiders, kittiwakes and fulmars that nest here. meals b+l +d
NORWEGIAN SEA
2 Reykjavik Surtsey Heimaey
Borgafjörður Myvatn
Lake Akureyri
ICELAND
Papey 7
DAY 5 | Skjálfandi Bay + Grimsey Having rounded Iceland’s northeast corner,
we navigate this morning into Skjálfandi Bay where humpback and minke whales are often spotted. Huge blue and sperm whales also feed in the Bay. This afternoon finds us on Grimsey Island, home to 100 people and thousands of birds including Atlantic puffin, back guillemot, common murre, wheatear, snow bunting and large tern colonies.
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DAY 6 | Hrísey + Akureyri
This morning finds us deep in the majestic
Eyjafjörður, where you’ll enjoy a Zodiac landing on Hrisey, an island in the middle of the fjord. Visit the settlement of 200 residents and explore the surrounding grasslands, home to ptarmigans and eiders. From the lively port of Akureyri, A+R guests will enjoy
an excursion to see the beautiful Godafoss Waterfall; hear the ancient Norse legend that gave these cascades its name – Waterfall of the Gods. You’ll also experience the island’s powerful geothermal forces as you discover steaming fumaroles, bubbling mud pools, and the fascinating lava landscapes that surround Lake Mývatn. meals b+l+d
DAY 7 | The Magnificent Westfjords An unforgettable day unfolds as we explore
the Westfjords, a pristine peninsula on the island’s northwest coast. Sailing off the ruggedly beautiful coast of the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve, we’ll have a chance to spot whales and seals. Venturing into Hornvik Bay, we’ll see soaring cliffs where millions of seabirds nest. A guided walk on Vigur Island offers breathtaking views of mountains, sea and sky and a chance to marvel at the aerial acrobatics of soaring Arctic terns. meals b+l+d
DAY 8 | The Pristine Western Coast Early this morning, our ship navigates
past Látrabjarg Cliff. Rising 1,400 feet from
the Atlantic, these rocky faces are home
to millions of seabirds including puffins, northern gannets and razorbills. After breakfast, go ashore on Flatey Island, where no cars are allowed, to immerse in its tranquil ambience of farms and colorful summer homes. In the afternoon, discover the dramatic cliffs, lava fields and rocky beaches of the Peninsula. At its western tip, the glacier- topped peak of the Snæfellsjökull Volcano soars to 5,000 feet. meals b+l+d
DAY 9 | Disembark in Reykjavik
After stepping off the ship, we’ll take you to
the Alda Hotel, where spacious Deluxe Rooms have been reserved for our guests. The rest
of the day is yours to enjoy in this friendly city. meals b
DAY10 | Farewell,Iceland
We’ll take you to the airport today for your homeward flight. meals b
Our Exclusive A+R Added Value
+ On Day 6 from Akureyri, A+R guests enjoy a complimentary guided excursion to Godafoss Waterfall and Lake Mývatn.
+ Enjoy your favorite house wines, beer and cocktails at lunch and dinner – with our compliments.
+ In Reykjavik’s Alda Hotel, enjoy upgraded deluxe rooms and additional sightseeing
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