Explore the ‘Land of Ice and Fire’, where snow-capped peaks rise above glaciers and active volcanoes rumble.
✓ We explore Westfjords, one of the most remote and pristine regions in Iceland—ideal for nature hikes and sea kayaking
✓ Amble along black sand volcanic beaches
✓ Cross over the Arctic Circle to Grimsey Island to stretch your legs on hikes and discover cliffs teeming with seabirds
✓ Explore a land of spectacular geology that is rich in wildlife, culture and human history
Note: In order to experience some of the incredible scenery of Iceland, a number of the shore excursions on this itinerary require coach travel away from the coast.
The Arctic & Beyond with Aurora Expeditions:
Iceland: Circumnavigating the Land of Fire & Ice
Mysterious. Exciting. Memorable.
Heidi Bocianowski
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Highlights of a Discovery Expedition in the Arctic & Beyond
Featured Discovery Expedition
Iceland: Circumnavigating the Land of Fire & Ice
Expedition To/From: Reykjavik, Iceland
Our world-class expedition vessel: Greg Mortimer
Destination Highlights
• Witness the incredible diversity of Iceland’s landscapes forged by the powerful seismic activity that has shaped the island’s appearance and its people’s way of life
• Explore the astonishing and exotic natural beauty of Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
• Discover Seyðisfjörður, a scenic gem surrounded by snowcapped mountains on Iceland’s east coast
• Visit Grímsey Island, located above the Arctic Circle, which features impressive cliffs teeming with nesting seabirds including charismatic puffins
Note: In order to experience some of the incredible scenery of Iceland, a number of the shore excursions on this itinerary require coach travel away from the coast.
Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Reykjavik for an overnight.
Day 2: Embarkation day.
Day 3: Arnarstapi, Grundafjordur.
Day 4: Patreksfjörður & Dynjandi.
Day 5: Thingeyri.
Day 6: Akureyri, Húsavík.
Day 7: Grímsey Island.
Day 8: Seyðisfjörður.
Day 9: Djúpivogur.
Day 10: Westman Islands.
Day 11: Disembark in Reykjavik.
Go Solo and Save
No Single Supplement offer on 10 dedicated staterooms*
Destination Highlights
• Witness the incredible diversity of Iceland’s landscapes forged by the powerful seismic activity that has shaped the island’s appearance and its people’s way of life
• Explore the astonishing and exotic natural beauty of Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
• Discover Seyðisfjörður, a scenic gem surrounded by snowcapped mountains on Iceland’s east coast
• Visit Grímsey Island, located above the Arctic Circle, which features impressive cliffs teeming with nesting seabirds including charismatic puffins
Note: In order to experience some of the incredible scenery of Iceland, a number of the shore excursions on this itinerary require coach travel away from the coast.
Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Reykjavik for an overnight.
Day 2: Embarkation day.
Day 3: Arnarstapi, Grundafjordur.
Day 4: Patreksfjörður & Dynjandi.
Day 5: Thingeyri.
Day 6: Akureyri, Húsavík.
Day 7: Grímsey Island.
Day 8: Seyðisfjörður.
Day 9: Djúpivogur.
Day 10: Westman Islands.
Day 11: Disembark in Reykjavik.
Go Solo and Save
No Single Supplement offer on 10 dedicated staterooms*
Included Activities
Optional Activities
Reserve your optional activities at the time of booking to secure your spot.
*Landings, adventures, and activities are weather-dependent. Activity options vary by itinerary, and additional fees apply for optional activities.
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Purpose-Built Small Ship - Maximum of 130 Passengers
Our expedition ship — Greg Mortimer — is purpose-built and designed for exploration. This state-of-the-art ship uses the latest advances in design and technology, truly revolutionising the small-ship experience.
INCLUSIONS
• All transfers as mentioned in the itinerary.
• One night’s hotel accommodation including breakfast, in Reykjavik on Day 1.
• Visit Iceland's famous Golden Circle prior to embarkation, on Day 2.
• Onboard accommodation during voyage, including daily cabin service.
• All meals, snacks, tea and coffee during voyage.
• Beer, house wine and soft drinks with dinner.
• Captain’s Farewell reception including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages.
• All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises.
• Educational lectures and guiding services provided by Expedition Team.
• Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consultation).
• One 3-in-1 waterproof, polar expedition jacket.
• Comprehensive pre-departure information.
• Port surcharges, permits and landing fees.
• Wi-Fi. Please note we travel to remote regions and therefore the connection can be unreliable.
EXCLUSIONS
• International or domestic flights – unless specified in the itinerary.
• Transfers – unless specified in the itinerary.
• Airport arrival or departure taxes.
• Passport, visa, reciprocity and vaccination fees and charges.
• Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges.
• Hotel accommodation and meals – unless specified in the itinerary.
• Optional excursions and optional activity surcharges.
• All items of a personal nature, including but not limited to alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (outside of
dinner service), gratuities, laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses or phone charges.
Note: A $15 USD per person per day gratuity for the crew is automatically added to your onboard account. It is at
your discretion if you would like to remove the tip (or adjust the amount) when you settle your bill. It is not necessary
to tip the expedition team members. This gratuity amount is included for suites as part of their ‘Suite Benefits’.
About Aurora Expeditions
From the start, Aurora Expeditions — an Award-winning Australian owned company — was destined to be different. Our passion for adventure, exploring wild places and sharing the experience with friends burns just as brightly as it did over 33 years ago, as does our preference for small-group, personal expeditions, accompanied by an Expedition Team we believe are the world’s best.
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