STC 2010 Sightseeing

City sightseeing and daytours

During the conference days some optional sightseeing tours are availible for those who prefer to use the time to see the surroundings of Reykjavik.

The conference main travel agency  http://www.icelandtravel.is

Other travel agencies in Iceland:
www.visiticeland.com
http://www.re.is/daytours
http://www.visitreykjavik.is
http://www.icetourist.is/

The following daytours are availible in connection with the conference
and note there will be a special 6 days tour around Iceland after the conference see
-->here
or you can use the weekend to take a package to Blue Lagoon and Golden Circle

All sightseeing registrations are via Icelandic Travel -->click here 

 


THE GOLDEN CIRCLE

 On the Golden Circle Gullfoss-Geysir tour you can walk around the world-famous Geysir geothermal area, a geothermal field where hot springs are in abundance, geysers explode and pools of mud bubble.

One of the Golden Circles many highlights is the Gullfoss waterfall, the queen of Iceland's waterfalls. Finally, but no less spectacular is a visit to the Þingvellir National Park.

This is the original site of the oldest existing parliament in the world. The Great Atlantic rift is clearly visible, a rift that is slowly pulling Iceland apart along tectonic plates. Lunch and refreshments not included.

Price pr. Pers. EUR 62 ( ISK 9.800.- )

Includes

Bus fare, guidance in English every day, German on Tue & Sat, French on Thu & Sun and Scandinavian on Fri and entrance to Geysir Museum

Pick up at hotels and guesthouses 30 minutes prior to departure. Drop off after day tours may sometimes not be right in front of your hotel/guesthouse due to narrow streets and actual coach size used during the tour.

 


BLUE LAGOON

 We drive through rugged lava fields to the Blue Lagoon, a unique natural pool of mineral rich geothermal water located in the middle of a lava field in the pure and beautiful Icelandic wilderness. The Blue Lagoon is known for its special properties and its beneficial effect on the skin and attracts visitors from all over the world in search of health, relaxation and an exotic experience.

We stop for a refreshing bath or swim in the pleasantly warm mineral-rich water, reputed for its healing properties.

Price pr. pers: EUR 40 ( ISK 6.300.- )

Duration:3-4 Hours
Includes: Bus fare and admission to the Blue Lagoon

 


WHALE WATCHING FROM REYKJAVÍK 

Take part in an adventure at sea with an unforgettable trip into the world of whales and sea birds that brings you up close to whales in their natural habitat.

 We leave from the old harbor of Reykjavik and head out to sea, normally no further than 15 nautical miles from the harbor. During this boat tour you may see various species of whales, dolphins, seabirds and seals. The most common sightings are Minke whales, white-beaked dolphins, harbor porpoises, the popular humpback whales and killer whales (orcas). There is also a possibility that majestic fin and sei whales will also be seen on the tour. An expert guide will tell you all about your trip and describe what you can see and where to look, together with an introduction and safety guide. On board the boat are coffee facilities and restrooms as well as large windows to look out of for those who choose to stay inside.

We recommend that you wear your warmest clothes however; there are also special thermal suits onboard that you can borrow.

The duration of the cruise is from 2.5 - 3 hours

PLEASE NOTE: This tour is weather dependant and sightings are not guaranteed. The biggest factor in our tours is the wind, so when the wind is slow we can go on a whale watching tour.

Price per person in EUR 57 ( ISK 9.000.- )

Included: Pick-up at your hotel, whale watching tour

 


RIVER RAFTING

The Hvítá river is a beautiful and fun river about an hour from Reykjavík. http://adventures.is/Iceland/Rafting.

For more than 20 years the RiverFun rafting trip has been Iceland´s most popular adventure activity. With a perfectly balanced mix of serene canyons and adrenaline pumping waves and rapids, rafting the Hvítá (pronounced: Kveetau) is guaranteed to leave you with fond memories.

We raft a seven kilometer stretch 

 

of the river and in Brúarhlöð canyon the rafters get to jump from a cliff into the river.

No one should leave Iceland with out experiencing the power that its
rivers contain and lay eyes on the scenic canyons of Brúarhlöð in Hvítá. Not to mention going glacial river swimming in Iceland!!

Included:  Rafting equipment,1 hour rafting tour entry to the hot tub or

sauna and freshly baked bread, fruit juice and soup.
Minimum age: 12 years old

Price per.person € 63.-