discover-the-world.co.uk/icelandbrochure Talk to the experts 01737 218 800 65Day 1 fl y from the UK to Kefl avik and transfer to the world-famous Blue Lagoon, for a truly relaxing start to the holiday (swim fee applicable). Stay near Grindavik. Day 2 travel via scenic Hvalfjordur to west Iceland and the Borgarfjordur Valley. See fascinating geological features then continue to Hraunfossar and Deildartunguhver Iceland's largest hot spring area before fi nishing the day at Snaefellsnes. Day 3 explore the natural beauty of Snaefellsnes: columnar basalt cliffs at Arnarstapi; beautiful sandy beach and craggy coastline; impressive lava fi elds and rich bird life, all dominated by the mysterious cone-shaped volcano and glacier which give the peninsula its name. Day 4 head north to Skagafjordur and visit the turf farmhouse museum at Glaumbaer before continuing to the delightful town of Akureyri. Day 5 stop at Godafoss, the beautiful 'waterfall of the Gods,' en route to the bird life and volcanic features of Lake Myvatn. Continue to Husavik and perhaps take an optional evening whale watch tour.Day 6 enjoy a spectacular coastal drive around the Tjornes Peninsula to the Jokulsa Canyon and awesome Dettifoss before crossing the highland desert to the East Fjords region. Day 7 travel through spectacular fjord scenery and fi shing villages to the base of Iceland's largest icecap, Vatnajokull, edged by many deeply crevassed glaciers. Visit the fabulous Jokulsarlon glacial lagoon and marvel at refl ected icebergs of all shapes and sizes (optional boat trip). Day 8 time to walk in Skaftafell. See black sand beaches; coastal cliffs and the natural rock arch of Dyrholaey before driving to Vik.Day 9 continue to Skogafoss, the magnifi cent 60m waterfall which adorns many a postcard. Nearby is the fascinating Skogar Museum with its collection of traditional turf houses. Elegant Seljalandsfoss is next on the list - take the opportunity to walk behind its tall, narrow curtain of water as it plummets into a circular pool - waterproofs, sturdy shoes and camera essential! Onwards to yet another waterfall, this time cascading Gullfoss. Afterwards continue to the Geysir geothermal area and fi nally, visit Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site of great historical and geological importance. Return to Reykjavik. Day 10 transfer to Kefl avik for the return fl ight to the UK. Scan with your smartphone for more holiday information on our website (see page 5).A Jigsaw series tour (various durations, escorted tour, pages 66-69), Around Iceland (14 nights self-drive, pages 54-55)Also considerSkaftafellDettifossItinerary AkureyriHofnSelfossSkaftafellSkogarVikGullfossKeflavikReykjavikBorgarnesGrundarfjordurJokulsarlonEgilsstadirThingvellirBlue LagoonVatnajokull= Overnight stayGodafossHusavikMyvatn" We have just returned from our holiday - words cannot explain what a wonderful experience we had - booking, travel arrangements, hotels, food etc." Edwina & Ivan Klemvig

Guided 'Jigsaw' ToursThis brand new set of in-depth countryside tours can be booked individually, or combined together. They refl ect nearly three decades of expertise in offering holidays to Iceland, and explore the very best of what the North, South, East and West have to offer, as well as some hidden gems. Offered on a full board basis*, these itineraries offer excellent value for money, whilst travelling in the company of an expert driver/guide. Small groups, usually between 12-20 people, mean that you will benefi t from personal attention and enjoy the convenience of travelling with fewer people. Choose to book a single 'Jigsaw' trip or combine itineraries according to the region that interests you. Unlike other tours on the market, we have created and operate this programme ourselves, offering English-speaking departures only, although your travel companions may hail from other countries, and will no doubt share the same interest in experiencing the fascinating culture and breathtaking landscape of Iceland in focus. Full details of dates, single traveller pricing and full itinerary information is available on our website or contact us. *Full board basis in the countryside (with box lunch), breakfast basis in Reykjavik.KeflavikBlue LagoonVatnsholtThingvellirWestman IslandsDyrholaeySkaftafellJokulsarlonBreiddalsvikSeydisfjordurBakkagerdiSiglufjordurHusavikTrollaskagi PeninsulaSkjalfandi BayGullfossVatnajokullAskjaMyvatnDettifossAdaldalurThorsmorkAkureyriIsafjordurLatrabjargSnaefellsnesReykjavikEgilsstadirNamaskardWestman IslandsView From DyrholaeySouthNorthEastWestFact File - South June - Aug, regular departures Overnight5 nights, full board basis Prices per person fromLand: £943 (two sharing)Flights: see p80Fact File - North July - Aug, regular departures Overnight7 nights, full board basis Prices per person fromLand: £1363 (two sharing)Flights: see p80Fact File - East July - Aug, regular departures Overnight7 nights, full board basis (excl Reykjavik) Prices per person fromLand: £1358 (two sharing)Flights: see p80Fact File - West July - Sept, regular departures Overnight7 nights, full board basis (excl Reykjavik) Prices per person fromLand: £1377 (two sharing)Flights: see p80Scan with your smartphone for more holiday information on our website (see page 5).66 All our holidays are bound by our Terms & Conditions, which can be found on our website