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Romantic getaway in Iceland

from £599 per person

Escape to Iceland for a romantic getaway! Stay in a luxurious countryside hotel and sip champagne in a hot tub (hopefully) under the Northern Lights.

Iceland has the perfect setting for a romantic break; log cabin hotels in the countryside, hot tubs, Northern Lights and natural wonders. On arrival to the airport you’ll pick up the rental car and start your journey towards Hella and Hotel Ranga. Upon entering Hotel Ranga, you will be greeted by a towering 10-foot tall polar bear named Hrammur that resides in the lobby. This is just a prelude to the cozy ambience that you will encounter that vibrates throughout the hotel.

The only 4 star hotel in South Iceland, Hotel Ranga is also famous for its mouth watering cuisine so be sure to try Icelandic delicacies while there! Close to the hotel are Dyrholaey bird cliffs and black sand beaches and Skogafoss waterfall which you can explore on your own on day 2. You can even order a picnic basket from the hotel and have a romantic picnic outdoors! Day 3 you’ll drive to Reykjavik. On the way you will see glaciers, geysers and waterfalls before arriving to Reykavik in the afternoon. Finish off the holiday by staying in the 4 star hotel Nordica which boasts the country’s best spa and a gourmet restaurant.

Price includes return economy class flights, all airport taxes, rental car (group B such as Toyota Corolla or similar) for 3 x 24 hours inc. unlimited mileage, collision damage waiver, theft protection and 1 driver, 2 nights at Hotel Ranga in a superior double room, 1 night at Hotel Nordica in Hilton Guest room and 3 breakfasts. Car upgrade to 4WD on request. The holiday can be extended at Hotel Ranga or Reykjavik.

Departures from London every day from 1st of October 2009 to 31st of March 2010.

Departures from Manchester/Glasgow on Fridays for 3 nights and on Mondays for 4 nights during the same period.

 

ITINERARY

Day 1
Fly with Icelandair to Keflavik. Upon arrival you pick up your rental car and start your journey towards South Shore of Iceland. On the way you pass Hellisheiði plateau to the greenhouse village Hveragerði before arriving to romantic countryside hotel Ranga for check in.

Day 2
After breakfast you have free time to explore the south shore. Close by are Dyrholaey bird clifss and black sand beaches as well as Skogafoss waterfall.

In the evening you can sample hotel’s mouthwatering delicacies and soak in a hot tub hopefully under the Northern Lights!

Day 3
After breakfast you set off towards Reykjavik. You’ll visit the ‘Golden Circle’ of Iceland and see the spectacular waterfall Gulfoss, geysers and glaciers. Arrive to Reykjavik in the afternoon and check into Hotel Nordica.

The evening is free for trying out the Nordica Spa or sample Reykjavik’s lively nightlife.

Day 4
Morning is free to explore Reykjavik further before driving back to Keflavik airport where you will drop off the rental car. We recommend visiting Blue Lagoon on the way to the airport.

Fly home with Icelandair.

Please note that Manchester and Glasgow departures on Mondays require one extra night.

Hotel, Activity and Local Information

Hotel Nordica

A four star hotel offering the country's best spa, fitness and conference facilities, as well as a gourmet restaurant and bar. The newly remodeled Hilton Reykjavik Nordica features 252 rooms, Hilton Guest Rooms and Executive as well as Suites. Located next to Laugardalur public park with only a 15 minutes walk from the city centre. Adjacent to the hotel is Nordica Spa which offers beauty and spa treatments.

Hotel Ranga

Hotel Ranga is a luxury countryside hotel built in log-cabin style. It offers all the facilities and services of a first-class four star hotel. Located about an hour from Reykjavík between Hella and Hvolsvöllur, it lies just off the main road right in middle of South Iceland’s panoramic scenery. It's ideal location - only an hour's drive from the capital - offers something special for the visitor on a year-round basis and gives you a real taste of Iceland. Right on the banks of the famous salmon river Eystri-Rangá, the hotel offers an optimal atmosphere to meet every travellers needs whether they be relaxation, pleasure, adventure or business. The hotel has 38 luxuriously decorated rooms, an acclaimed restaurant, a lounge & bar, an upstairs meeting room and 3 much beloved outdoor hot tubs - where there is an excellent chance to view the fantastic northern lights during September through April.

 




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Car upgrade to 4x4
Half board at Hotel Ranga

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