冰島Across the Wilderness 11D/10N Itinerary & Map

以下是我參加7月26日至8月5日的行程表與路線圖(原文照登)
費用2375歐/人，含九天行程十天住宿(三星旅館)八天早、晚餐(三道式或自助餐)
不含國際機票、機場接送、午餐、騎馬、賞鯨、冰河船和藍湖溫泉等自費行程亦不含小費。
2014年的提供該行程時段為6/26到9/4日

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Day 1: Arrival / Pre night

*Overnight stay in Reykjavík (NO transfer from Keflavík Airport /www.airportexpress.is).

Day 2: Þingvellir N.P. - Gullfoss -Geysir

N.P.with Geological Wonders (UNESCO) - The Famous Golden Falls - Exploding Geysers

 We begin with a visit to Þingvellir National Park, the ancient site of the world’s first parliament and a jewel of nature. 
Next we travel to the nearby geothermal area of the great Geysir and witness several boiling mud pools and hot springs. The most active geyser, Strokkur, shoots water high into the air every few minutes.

Onwards to the beautiful Gullfoss of “Golden” falls considered by many to the most impressive in Iceland.
*Overnight in Hvolsvöllur area

Day 3: Vík - Dyrhólaey - Kirkjubæjarklaustur

Thundering Waterfalls - Puffin Colony - Black Sand Beaches of the South Shore - Lava Fields

 Admire the two beautiful waterfalls, Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss before crossing Mýrdalssandur plains.  Stop to enjoy the great views from Dyrhólaey* headland where thousands of puffins nest during the summer.

 In Reynishverfi we can go for a stroll on the black sand beach and enjoy a view to the Reynisdrangar cliffs. Drive through the vast Eldhraun lava field, the largest of its kind caused from a single eruption in Iceland.

 *Overnight in Kirkjubæjarklaustur area.

Day 4: Jökulsárlón - Skaftafell

Glacial Lagoon with Icebergs - Europe’s Largest National Park - Europe’s Largest Glacier

 Start the day by visiting the mystical Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon where huge icebergs float and grind together in the still, deep waters of the lagoon. It is possible to take an optional boat tour among the floating icebergs.

 Spend the afternoon hiking in Skaftafell National Park, an area of outstanding natural beauty, dominated by Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest ice cap.
*Overnight in the Kirkjubæjarklaustur area.

Day 5: Landmannalaugar

Multicolored Mountains of the Highlands - Lava Fields - Hot Springs with Bathing - Hekla Volcano

 Follow the Fjallabaksleið interior track to Landmannalaugar, a magnificent area surrounded by colorful rhyolite mountains with the option of bathing in a naturally warm geothermal pool.
 This pearl of the interior consists of deep valleys and mountains, formed in volcanic eruptions under the icecap during the ice-age, forming this uniquely colorful landscape. There are several hiking trails in the area.
*Overnight in the Þjórsárdalur area.

Day 6: Sprengisandur

Uninhabited Interior and Highland Desert.Discover hidden parts of the Icelandic interior, exploring the desolated wilderness of Sprengisandur highland route. Sprengisandur is the longest stretch between the South and North and is passable during the summer months.

Traverse the rugged track with its scenic beauty, crossing rivers where necessary and driving over the largest continuous lava field in Iceland, Ódáðahraun.
*Overnight in the great Lake Mývatn area.

Day 7: Tjörnes - Ásbyrgi - Dettifoss - Lake Mývatn

Glacial River Gorge - Europe’s Most Powerful Waterfall - Geothermal Activity - Rich Birdlife

 An adventure filled day with a backdrop of heavenly landscapes. This journey travels around the stunning Tjörnes peninsula. Discover the enormous horseshoe-shaped canyon of Ásbyrgi National Park which according to Norse mythology, is the hoof-print left by Sleipnir, the magical eight-legged horse of the pagan god Óðinn.
 Continue to Dettifoss, the most powerful waterfall in Europe, located in the majestic Jökulsárgljúfur canyon.
 Drive to the stunningly beautiful area of Lake Mývatn, a paradise for nature enthusiasts and bird watchers. Explore the solfataras at Hverarönd geothermal region, peculiar lava formations and the pseudo craters at Skútustaðir.

*Overnight in the great Lake Mývatn area.

Day 8: Akureyri - Skagafjörður

Waterfall “Of the Gods” - Iceland’s Second Largest City - Viking Horses

Drive towards Goðafoss waterfall before continuing to Akureyri, the vibrant “Capital of the North” and the second largest urban area in Iceland. Spend time in Akureyri which can include a visit to the beautiful botanical gardens.    

Continue to Skagafjörður with inspiring scenery. This area is renowned for horse breeding as well as being home to many important sites relating to the classic Icelandic Sagas. In the evening, optional horseback riding tour on purebred Viking horses or take a refreshing walk in the picturesque surrounds.
*Overnight in the Hvammstangi

Day 9: Hvammstangi - Eiríksstaðir - Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Fertile Farmlands - Birthplace of Leif Eiríksson - Quaint Fishing Villages

The journey continues through rolling farmlands and across Laxárdalsheiði heath to the Viking Age living museum at Eiríksstaðir, the original home of Erik the Red and birthplace of his son Leif Eiriksson, two of the most celebrated Vikings in the world.

Travel through the small fishing villages of the northern coast of the Snæfellsnes peninsula.

*Overnight in the Snæfellsnes area.

Day 10: Snæfellsnes National Park

Snæfellsjökull Glacier - Black Sand Beaches - Sea Cliffs with Birdlife - Quaint Fishing Villages

 Morning drive to Snæfellsnes National Park. Circle around the legendary Snæfellsjökull glacier, where, according to Jules Verne, the entrance to the center of the Earth can be found. Continue to the beautiful rocky sea shore by Djúpalónssandur. 
Stop at the picturesque harbor village of Arnarstapi with its magnificent columnar basalt rock formations.

Take a unique walk between the villages of Arnarstapi and Hellnar before driving to Reykjavik.
*Overnight in Reykjavík.

Day 11: Departure.