Iceland in Luxury
Iceland in Luxury 8 days
Aboard: Le Soleal
Set sail for a five-star cruise through the wild landscapes of Iceland, on the fringes of the Arctic Circle. In the company of a guide who is passionate about this region, follow in the footsteps of the Vikings and discover this land of fire and ice and its exceptional geology.
Your first port of call will be Reykjavik with its vast glaciers, National Park, geysers, waterfalls and the warm waters of its blue lagoon, where you may take a relaxing dip.You will be enchanted by Heimaey, an island of colourful l houses, lava fields, marine caves and sheer cliffs that are home to many varieties of birdlife, including the famous Atlantic Puffin. You may also be lucky enough to see seals and killer whales.The Grundarfjordur and Isafjordur fjords will reveal their abyssal walls, craggy mountains and their black sandy beaches.You can visit fishing villages and find out more about the culture and traditions of Iceland in the company of its inhabitants. Akureyri will delight you with its majestic fjord, the Eyjafjördur, which spans more than 40km and is the longest in Iceland, and also with the incredible Lake Myvatn.Located within the Arctic Circle, the island of Grimsey is teeming with birdlife perched on the steep cliffs or in the lush green countryside. Here you may see auks, fulmars and Atlantic Puffins, amongst others.
Vessel Details:
Sailing under the French flag, this magnificent yacht of only 132 staterooms and Suites, with balconies, is new in June 2013. Contemporary decor inspired by the luxury yachting world, with fluid lines and a modern colour scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white. There are passenger lifts to all decks. The ship is a purpose-built luxury expedition ship with ice-strengthened hull suitable for sailing in polar waters.
Details
- Hotel stay pre expedition: 0 nights
- Hotel stay post expedition: 0 nights
- Tour start: 28th June 2017
- Embarkation Date: 28th June 2017
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Le Soleal
Sailing under the French flag, this magnificent yacht of only 132 staterooms and Suites, with balconies, is new in June 2013. Contemporary decor inspired by the luxury yachting world, with fluid lines and a modern colour scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white. There are passenger lifts to all decks. The ship is a purpose-built luxury expedition ship with ice-strengthened hull suitable for sailing in polar waters.
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Mike has more than 15 years of experience in the travel industry and continues to be inspired by the people, places and wildlife he discovers. His in-depth personal knowledge of a diverse range of destinations ensures your adventure itinerary will be a holiday like no other.
As Senior Travel Expert, Simon has an absolute wealth of experience in adventure travel in some of the most fascinating places in the world. With in-depth knowledge and fantastic organizational skills, Simon’s first-hand experience and genuine passion drive him to work to create your perfect itinerary.
Amy’s abiding love of adventure travel has taken her to some of the most incredible wildlife-rich places on Earth. Her vast experience and genuine desire to share her knowledge makes her an outstanding and invaluable person to help you organise your wildlife adventure trip.
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