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New Year in Iceland- Reykjavik

from £599 per person

Celebrate New Year in Reykjavik, Iceland’s cool capital!

On New Year’s Eve in Reykjavik, Iceland sees what is probably one of the biggest firework displays in the whole world. Every family buys lots of fireworks and the whole evening becomes one big display lighting up the Iceland sky. You will also enjoy a sumptuous Gala Dinner and who knows, you may be lucky and witness the splendid phenomenon of the Northern Lights or Aurora Borealis!

When in Iceland at New Year, do as the Icelanders do: eat, drink and be merry! The New Year nightlife of Reykjavik is without comparison the best in the world and must be seen to be believed. Whether dancing, live music or a quiet cocktail is your thing, there are plenty of options to spend the wee hours in the city and see in the New Year in style.

From price is based on 2 adults sharing a room. Price includes return economy class flights, return airport transfers, 4 nights accommodation at Grand Hotel, 4 breakfasts, New Year's Gala Dinner and programme and visit to Blue Lagoon. Bonfire tour and other optional excursions with a supplement. Please note that Manchester/Glasgow departures require an extra night.

Departures:
From London: 28, 29, 30 and 31 December for 4 nights

From Manchester: 28 December for 5 nights

From Glasgow: 28 December for 5 nights

 

ITINERARY

Day 1
Fly from the UK to Iceland. Transfer from Keflavik airport to Grand Hotel in Reykjavik.

Day 2
Breakfast at the hotel. Today is for leisure.
Chill out in town or take one of the optional excursions. We recommend Golden Circle tour which takes you to the natural highlights of the south of Iceland: Kerid a huge volcanic crater turned lake, Gullfoss - Iceland‘s most famous and picturesque waterfall, Geyser – the world-famous geothermal area and Thingvellir - National Park of great historic interest and beauty.

Day 3 - New Years Eve
The evening starts with a cocktail in the lobby bar, followed by a New Year’s Gala dinner. After the main course you will have the opportunity to visit the traditional bonfires all around Reykjavik. At midnight you can watch the spectacular fireworks with a great view from the hotel and with luck, see fabulous Northern Lights. An Icelandic band will see good spirits into the New Year.

Day 4 - New Years Day
On the first day of the year most Icelanders have a lie in. For those who are fit and active, can choose from several excursions on offer. We recommend a visit to Blue Lagoon (included in the price) where you can soak up in the geothermal spa.

Day 5
After breakfast you will take the Fly Bus from your hotel to the airport. Fly back home.

Hotel, Activity and Local Information

Grand Hotel, Reykjavik

Grand Hotel Reykjavík is a superior 4 star hotel for those who demand excellent service and facilities. The hotel is situated in a quiet area within a short distance from all services, recreation and business centres. All of the hotel’s rooms are very spacious and equipped with first-class amenities, including an en-suite bathroom with a bath and shower, large beds, satellite TV, wireless internet, mini-bar, hair dryer, trouser press, coffee maker and a safe.

 




Activities and Local Information
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• Golden Circle Classic
• Gullfoss Geyser Direct from Reykjavik
• Saga Circle Day Tour from Reykjavik
• South Shore Adventure from Reykjavik

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