tel. 01737 218 800 | discover- the- world. co. uk CITY BREAKICELAND 25 4 STAR HOTEL BORG 4 This classic Reykjavik landmark was built in 1930. It has been restored to its original Art Deco style, with a distinctive black and white theme, oozing elegance and understated luxury with the ambience of a bygone era. The 56 plush and well- appointed rooms including 7 suites and a two- fl oor Tower Suite with 360° views, have custom- made furniture and fi ttings with modern amenities including fl at- screen satellite TVs and high speed Internet connections. Additional amenities include an in- room safe, well stocked mini- bar and tea and coffee making facilities. An award- winning chef presents gourmet French cuisine in the gracious setting of the Silfur Restaurant, perfect for a romantic dinner. There is also an intimate café/ bar. 4 STAR HOTEL REYKJAVIK CENTRUM 5 As the name would suggest, this hotel is located in the historic centre of the city, on one of its oldest streets. The 89 comfortable rooms feature quality furnishings and an elegant décor - with private facilities, hairdryer, TV, radio and telephone, Internet access, mini- bar, in- room safe, tea and coffee making facilities. There is also a comfortable lounge, the stylish Fjalakottur restaurant serving authentic Icelandic cuisine sourced from local ingredients as well as a café/ bar. Consisting of an original building dating from 1764, blended with two adjacent wings constructed in a similar style, the Centrum has a basement museum built around archaeological remains of a Viking longhouse dating back to 871AD - the oldest in Iceland! 4 STAR HOTEL ODINSVE 6 Set in a quiet residential area a stone's throw from the main shopping street, the family-owned hotel's understated style and charm has proved popular with our clients for many years. It has 43 individually designed en suite rooms including 8 deluxe/ junior suites - all with hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, telephone, mini-bar, tea and coffee making facilities as well as wireless Internet connection. A short walk from the hotel, their Lunar Apartments offer spacious, two- bedroom, self- contained accommodation, ideal for families - contact us for details. A buffet breakfast is served at the Odinsve, for guests in the hotel and at the apartments, in the stylish Braudbaer Restaurant, which in the evenings, specialises in mouth- watering fi sh, steak and traditional Icelandic courses. 3 STAR HOTEL REYKJAVIK 7 Situated close to Laugavegur, the main shopping street in the city, Hotel Reykjavik's hallmark is friendly service in a relaxed atmosphere. The 79 rooms include suites and family rooms ( split- level with bedrooms upstairs and lounge areas downstairs) - all have private facilities ( bath and/ or shower), coffee and tea making facilities, hairdryer, mini- bar, satellite TV, radio and wireless Internet. Part of the hotel was once a brewery, now the Raudara Steak House. Open in the evenings, it offers a romantic and cosy setting in which to enjoy all manner of delicious grilled meats and seafood specialities. It is here that Hotel Reykjavik guests may enjoy their buffet breakfasts. There is also a bar/ cocktail lounge onsite. Ample free parking is available for self- drive clients. 3 STAR HOTEL CABIN 8 For many years, this hotel has offered superb value- for- money for guests looking for simple yet comfortable accommodation. The 252 rooms, all with private facilities ( shower and WC), telephone and TV, are divided into three categories: standard, deluxe and superior ( standard rooms are quite small, deluxe rooms are larger and have shower and bath; superior rooms have added facilities, picture windows and are situated on the top fl oor). An excellent buffet- style restaurant is popular for lunch and dinner and the downtown cafés and bars are a 20 minute walk or a short taxi ride away. Also in the vicinity is the Laugardalur recreational area with its many sports and swimming facilities. Boasting ample free parking facilities, this hotel is very popular with our self- drive clients. 3+ STAR HOTEL NORTHERN LIGHT INN The Northern Light Inn is perfectly situated within walking distance of the Blue Lagoon and is the only construction, apart from the lagoon, for miles around. As the name would suggest, during the winter months, this is an ideal location for observing the northern lights due to the expansive skies and lack of neighbours! The rooms are well appointed, light and airy, the beds supremely comfortable and the breakfast/ dining room has enormous windows, looking out onto the lavascape that so defi nes the Reykjanes region. A 360° observation lounge on the second fl oor of the hotel provides a very comfortable place to kick back after dinner and is perfect for aurora watching. The Inn is approximately a 30 minute drive from Reykjavik and a mere 10- 15 minutes from the international airport at Kefl avik. OUTSIDE REYKJAVIK

ICELANDREYKJAVIK EXCURSIONS 26Why choose Discover the World - see page 4 For our office opening hours please visit our website All our excursions are offered by experienced local companies. Unless otherwise stated they are accompanied by an English- speaking guide, though commentary may also be given in other languages. Transportation is by coach, minibus, 4WD vehicle or, for the ultimate way to explore Iceland, by superjeep. Prices and further information are shown on our website along with additional excursions. EXCURSIONS FROM REYKJAVIK Please note excursions are subject to availability and possibly minimum numbers therefore it is advisable to pre- book before you travel. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Lunch is not included with any of the excursions, unless otherwise stated. Durations shown here include the transfer time from your Reykjavik accommodation to the tour departure point, unless otherwise stated, usually 30- 45 minutes prior to the tour commencing. COACH TOURS Excursion buses depart from a central station to which tour participants are taken from their accommodation within the city, and returned afterwards. GREATER REYKJAVIK SIGHTSEEING TOUR 2 ½ hours / daily all year at 09: 00. An introductory coach tour of Reykjavik contrasting the colourful historic centre with newer parts of the city. This can be combined with a Blue Lagoon tour. REYKJAVIK WHALE & BIRD WATCHING 4- 5 hours / daily at 09: 00 & 13: 00 Apr- Sept ( plus 17: 00 June- Aug); daily 13: 00 Oct; Fri, Sat & Sun only at 13: 00 Nov- Mar. Search for cetaceans and seabirds off the coast of Reykjavik on a 2 ½ to 3- hour trip on board the vessel, Elding. Enjoy sightings of white- beaked dolphins; minke whales and occasionally other species such as humpback and orca along with puffi ns, fulmars, gannets and kittiwakes. THE GOLDEN CIRCLE approx 8 ½ hours / daily all year at 08: 30 ( or 6 hours at 13: 00 and 5 hours at 19: 00 June- Aug). Tour three classic natural wonders: rainbow- misted Gullfoss; Geysir geothermal area; Thingvellir National Park, the ancient assembly site and a renowned beauty spot. Also visit Nesjavellir geothermal area; the ' greenhouse' village Hveragerdi and the historic church at Skalholt. Shorter Gullfoss and Geysir trips area also available. SOUTH COAST & JOKULSARLON GLACIAL LAGOON approx 14 hours / Tues, Thurs & Sun 16 May- 19 Sept at 08: 00 plus daily June, July & Aug. Enjoy the sights of the beautiful south: surf- lashed black sand beaches; powerful waterfalls; troll-like sea stacks and towering cliffs where sea birds come to breed. The highlight is Jokulsarlon, an incredible glacial lagoon dotted with icebergs. THE BLUE LAGOON A trip to Iceland's premier visitor attraction is a must! Set amidst a fi eld of black basalt lava, the temperature in this stunning powder-blue lagoon averages a relaxing 37- 39° C. See page 22 for further information on the Blue Lagoon. Regular buses operate on a daily basis throughout the year, door-to- door between Reykjavik hotels and the Blue Lagoon. Some buses continue to Kefl avik so that a trip to the lagoon may be included before heading to the airport - similarly, certain buses from the airport include a stop at the lagoon should you wish to visit en route to the capital. Spend a few hours whale watchingBlue Lagoon SAVE 10% When You Book 3 Or More Excursions! %