Game of Thrones Adventure

Overview:

Departure Dates: 

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Tour Itinerary:

Day 1: Welcome to the Game of Thrones

Upon landing in Iceland, there is only the mysterious lava plain of the Reykjanes Peninsula standing between you and the buzz from the energetic Northern capital city of Iceland, namely Reykjavik. The ride across the barren lava to Reykjavik takes a little less than an hour and is thankfully devoid of any demons, making the start of your journey as safe as possible. The first settler of Iceland built his farm on the peninsula where Reykjavik stands today and the city derived it's name "Smoky Bay" after the columns of steam that rose from the hot springs in the area – such was the deep impression made on the first settlers and well known to us these days. Only a few minutes drive away from your modern Reykjavik hotel, the city center awaits with abundance of restaurants, cafés, clubs, and cultural events. A Northern Lights hunt is a recommended optional activity during winter time (not included), either by boat, bus, or on a jeep, even Super jeep. Accommodation at Hotel Reykjavik Lights.

Day 2: Getting Closer to the Arctic Circle

After a hearty breakfast, your journey takes you to the domestic airport where you'll board a 60 minute flight to the beautiful town of Akureyri. Often referred to as the "capital of the north", Akureyri is by far the largest town in the north of Iceland and it's the second largest urban area in Iceland with a population little less than 20.000. Located only 60 kilometers from the Arctic Circle, the mountains in the area are often capped with snow year round, and in the winter they offer some of the best skiing in the country. The North of Iceland is not as assessible as the rest of Iceland is but has very stunning nature. We suggest you to add a Northern Lights tour if you are visiting during winter months but also several other activities are worth staying for, for example Whale Watching or Ice glacier walking, do ask us what your interests are. For the next two nights you'll be staying at the comfortable Hotel Nordurland, Akureyri right in the town's center.

Optional tour Oct-Apr (at extra cost): Northern Lights Tour

Day 3: Enter the Free Folk's Territory

Today you will be entering the other worldly landscapes of Lake Myvatn where the scenes for "North of the Wall" were filmed. It becomes apparent why Game of Thrones production crew were drawn to this area as the majestic Waterfall of the Gods, Godafoss, greets you.  According to the Icelandic Sagas the waterfall draws its name from Thorgeir of Ljosavatn throwing his statues of the heathen gods into the falls when Iceland converted to Christianity in the year 1000. Your next stop will be the magical places were the latest series of Game of Thrones were filmed. Here you can try to relive the action in the locations seen in the series. No, you will hopefully not encounter any White Walkers, but with Iceland's rich folklore let the story telling guide boost your imagination with tales of trolls and Hidden People alongside curious facts about what happened behind the scenes of Games of Thrones. After a day of beautiful waterfalls, volcanoes, unusual lava rock formations, steaming hot springs, bubbling mud pools and mysterious landscape you'll end the day with a splash at Myvatn Nature Baths. Not a filming location for Game of Thrones, but the calming waters relax you while you imagine being surrounded by other Free Folk.

Day 4: Reykjavik

Morning flight Reykjavik and return to your Hotel Reykjavik Lights. The afternoon is free for you to explore Reykjavik and surroundings. It's ideal to add a Golden Circle afternoon tour and visit Thingvellir, filming location for Game of Thrones season four, along with Gullfoss waterfall and Geysir.

Day 5: Departure

If your flight is in the afternoon you can spend the day at your leisure or experience Iceland further by going on a day tour. You can also add extra days to your stay and we will be pleased to help you. Can't have enough of Game of Thrones? Complete the experience by climbing the Wall! By adding a day in Reykjavik you get the chance to visit the glacial tongue of Solheimajokull which is a magnificent phenomenon; a rugged, raw and ever changing hub of ancient frozen water. Amazing ice formations, sinkholes and jagged ridges will be explored and along the way you'll find an ice wall on the glacier and try your hand at ice climbing. Crampons, ice axes and safety lines are provided. Just contact us for more details.

Package Includes:

• Return flight from London Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Bristol and many other UK airports
• 1 piece of check-in luggage per traveler (up to 20 kg)
• 2 nights' accommodation in Reykjavik ( Hotel Reykjavik Lights or similar, and Hotel Nordurland or similar )

• 2 nights' accommodation in Akureyri ( Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura or similar, and Icelandair Hotel Akureyri or similar
• Breakfast daily
• Return domestic flight Reykjavik - Akureyri
• Guided Tour Game of Thrones
• 24-hour emergency service
• ATOL protection
• All taxes

Highlights:

• Travel to North Iceland to experience the astonishing film locations showcased in series three.
• Visit the areas where Night's Watch men, including Samwell Tarly and Lord Commander Mormont, are attacked by the White Walkers.
• Walk the land that Jon Snow, Ygritte, and the Free Folk cross to reach the Wall.
• Visit the cave where Jon Snow and Ygritte have their first intimate romantic encounter.
• Learn about how the Free Folk, like the ancient Vikings, lived and survived in their harsh environment.

Optional activities:

• Golden Circle Tour: Visit Thingvellir, filming location for Game of Thrones season four, Gullfoss waterfall and the famous Geysir hot spring.
• Northern Lights Hunt from Reykjavik, either by bus or on a jeep - only during winter. 
• Add an extra day in Reykjavik and climb  the Wall. All gear included.
• Northern Lights Hunt from Akureyri

You'll see...

• Horse Riding
• Hot Springs Iceland
• Ice Glacier Walking
• Midnight Sun
• National Museum of Iceland
• Northern Lights in Iceland
• Photographing the Northern Lights
• Reykjavik City
• The Blue Lagoon Iceland
• The Pearl
• The Saga Museum
• Videy Island
• Whale watching