PRAKHAR MAHESHWARI X 4

NORWAY AND ICELAND-14 NIGHTS, 15 DAYS

Itinerary :-

Destination Nights Hotels

OSLO 04 N
TROMSO 03 N
OSLO 01 N
REYKJAVIK 03 N
VIK 02 N
HOFN 02 N

Day 1: Oslo

- Arrive Oslo Airport & transfer to Hotel & Check-in. The rest of the day is kept free
for leisure. Overnight in Oslo.

Day 2 : Oslo

Oslo Sightseeing Hop on Hop Off & Fjord Cruise Oslo is an easy-going city where
history meets modernity. It boasts world-class museums, a lively nightlife and
plenty of outdoor activities as many locals are keen hikers, skiers or sailors. Today
proceed to enjoy the Hop on Hop off bus tour – It’s designed so that you experience
the best of Oslo across 14 strategically located bus stops. Spot your favourite
location from our double-decker exclusive panoramic view and just hop off to
explore further! Afternoon take the Fjord Cruise. Oslo, with its superb location,
offers unique opportunities on and around its fjord which stretches almost into the
city centre. Discover the scenery on a sightseeing boat. You’ll sail past numerous
islands, including Hovedøya and the Dyna Lighthouse, through narrow inlets and
into sheltered bays so that you can capture the capital on camera from different
angles. We will pass the Opera House in Oslo. See the Maritime Museum with its
veteran sailing ships moored outside, and the impressive Fram Museum, housing the
polar ship of the same name. We sell refreshments on board. Overnight in Oslo.

Day 3 : Oslo

The Norway in a Nutshell This legendary tour takes you through Norway’s most breath-
taking UNESCO-protected fjord and mountain scenery, as well as a trip on Europe’s top
scenic rail journeys. The Norway in a nutshell® tour from Oslo can be taken as a round
trip with return to Oslo, or as a one-way trip from Oslo to Bergen. The trip runs all year
and takes you through some of Norway's most beautiful fjord scenery. Overnight in
Oslo.

Day 4 : Oslo

Visit to Akershus Fortress Today proceed to visit the one of the famous landmarks
of Oslo – Akershus Fortress is a great place to discover Oslo's history and enjoy a
summer day. The building of Akershus Castle and Fortress was commenced in 1299
under king Håkon V. The medieval castle, which was completed in the 1300s, had a
strategical location at the very end of the headland, and withstood several sieges
throughout the ages. King Christian IV (1588-1648) had the castle modernised and
converted into a Renaissance castle and royal residence. Evening time is free to
explore the city. Overnight in Oslo.

Day 5 : Oslo to Tromso

Late morning or early afternoon flight to Arctic Tromsø – beautifully located

surrounded by Arctic fjords, islands & alpine mountain peaks.
Individual arrival to a centrally located hotel. Tromsø Airport is located 15-20 mins
drive to the centre of Tromsø by airport bus or taxi.
Spend 3 nights in Tromsø.

Day 6 : Tromso

Aurora Husky Visit, In the evening you will be picked up for an Aurora Husky Visit to
Tromsø Wilderness Centre, located on the Kvaløya island outside Tromsø.
The Aurora camp has a great location for viewing the Northern Lights, and you can
also meet the dogs in the dog yard. You will be served a traditional, light evening
meal in a lavvo (Sami tent). Transfers included.

Day 7 : Tromso

Dog sledding adventure, In the morning you will be picked up in the centre of Tromsø
for an adventurous Dog sledding trip in the Tamok Valley.
Upon arrival you will be divided in two groups, one start with the dog sledding
activity, while the other visit the dog yard, enjoy a hot meal and drinks while learning
about the huskies. When the first group returns, you switch places.
The trip includes dog sledding activity, transfers, a hot meal and drinks. Also
included: thermal suits, boots, gloves & head wear. English speaking guide.

Day 8 : Oslo

Free 1 day in Oslo for Shopping, to explore markets.

Day 9 : Oslo to Reykjavik

Flight from Oslo to Reykjavik, Check In hotel.

The action begins right on arrival at the Keflavík Airport on Iceland's west side. A
driver will meet you at the terminal and take you to the famous Blue Lagoon.
Surrounded by volcanic fields, the lagoon's milky-blue coloring comes from its rich
mineral content, algae, and silica. This benefits your skin and is great for
rejuvenation. So relax, soak in the luxurious 98-104°F (37-40°C) waters, swim under
the human-made waterfall, and maybe treat yourself to a white-mud facial at the on-
site day spa.

Newly rejuvenated, leave the Blue Lagoon and transfer about 45 minutes to
Reykjavík. After checking into your hotel, you'll take a walking tour of the city's
highlights. Leading the way is no ordinary tour guide—you'll be strolling alongside an
Icelandic Viking. They'll take you to famous landmarks like the Sun Voyager
dreamboat sculpture and the gleaming Harpa Concert Hall. You'll also visit
Hallgrimskirkja, Iceland's tallest church, which sits on a hill overlooking downtown.
At the end of the tour, say goodbye to your guide and spend the evening enjoying the
downtown's restaurant and nightlife scene.

Day 10 : Reykjavik-Iceland Virtual Flight, Reykjavík Whale Watching & Food Walk

n the morning, embark on a scenic flight over Iceland in just 35 minutes.

FlyOverIceland is an immersive cinematic experience located in the harbor area
adjacent to downtown. More than a movie, you'll be suspended in a gondola-style
seat before a 65-foot (20 m) spherical screen reproducing the feeling of flight—an
experience that utilizes all five senses. That means as you soar over the four
corners of Iceland, you'll feel the chill of wind as you pass glaciers, the spray of
mist from overhead clouds, and pick up native scents like the smoke of lava fields
and sulfuric fumaroles of geothermal fields.

After your virtual flight, transfer to Faxaflói bay and board a boat for a whale
watching tour. This is an especially popular activity during the summer months, as
it's the best time to spot the humpback and minke whales congregating offshore.
Also aboard the boat is a marine biologist who will point out the whales and other
marine mammals you spot, including white-beaked dolphins, harbor porpoises, and
even orcas. The bay is also full of birdlife, from puffins and gannets to guillemots.
View these animals from the outdoor viewing platforms or the below-deck salon
with wraparound windows.

Later in the afternoon, discover the history and culture of Iceland through its
cuisine. Meet a local guide for a three-hour food walk, during which you'll visit 5-6
local restaurants and markets. As you go, you'll taste various dishes and tidbits
specific to this part of the world, including Icelandic lamb, artisanal ice cream,
fresh seafood, and local cheeses. You'll even grab a bite at Iceland's most famous
hot dog stand. At each stop, you'll meet the chefs, owners, families, and purveyors
responsible for delivering these delicious dishes to the table. This tour does
accommodate dietary restrictions.

Day 11 : Golden Circle Tour: National Parks, Geysers & Waterfalls

Pick up your rental car after breakfast and head southeast on Route 1 (Ring Road)
out of Reykjavík for a drive along the famous Golden Circle. This 190-mile (300 km)
route features some of southern Iceland's most popular natural attractions. First
up is Þingvellir National Park, home to many natural wonders. One highlight is the
Silfra fissure, a rift located in a crystalline lake on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. It's the
only place in the world where you can dive between two continents. Also here is
Brúarárfoss, a small waterfall on the Brúará River whose rushing cascades are a
vivid ice blue.

Next is the Geysir geothermal area. With its bubbling mud pits, steam vents, and
erupting geysers, this is one of the most impressive geothermal zones in the
country. The geyser is rarely active these days but can reach up to 230 feet (70 m)
when it does erupt. However, the area, which covers much of the Haukadalur
Valley, is also home to the Strokkur geyser. It erupts like clockwork every 5-10
minutes and can reach up to 130 feet (40 m).

For lunch, you'll visit a sustainable tomato farm for a tour of the greenhouses,
followed by a delicious farm-to-table meal. Then, it's on to Gullfoss, one of
Iceland's most impressive waterfalls. You can follow trails to the top of the falls or
view them above the canyon's edge. Cap the day with a visit to the Secret Lagoon.
Created in 1891 in the Hverahólmi geothermal area, this is the oldest human-made
swimming pool in Iceland, with water remaining between 86°F-104°F (38°C-40°C)
year-round. After enjoying the lagoon, you'll drive to a nearby hotel on the Golden
Circle, where you'll overnight

Day 12 : Drive to Vik, Waterfalls, beaches & lava show

Continue south this morning on Route 1 to Vík, the southernmost town in Iceland.
The drive takes around two hours, but you'll stop at major landmarks, including
Urriðafoss, a waterfall on Iceland's longest river of Þjórsá. Two other falls are also
worth a visit: romantic Seljalandsfoss plunges 200 feet (60 m) into a lagoon, and
Skógarfoss is a massive cascade that drops 200 feet (60 m) over a cliff into the
Skógá River. According to legend, a Viking hid treasure here, and it has yet to be
found. Also, on the coast near Vík is Reynisfjara, a beach famous for huge hexagonal
rock formations rising up out of the sand.

The last stop on today's road trip is Seljavallalaug Pool, located just west of Skógar.
This 82-foot (25 m) public pool was built in 1923, making it one of the oldest in the
country. Situated next to a river and nestled between sloping hills, it's a great place
to take a dip, relax, and enjoy the geothermal waters, which remain at 68-86°F (20-
35°C). Afterward, you'll drive to your hotel.

However, the adventure doesn't end with your arrival in Vík. Once here, you'll
transfer to a local theater and experience the only indoor lava show in the world.
This hour-long spectacle begins with a short video about the geological history of
Iceland. Then, you'll put on your safety goggles and watch as 2000°F (1100°C) lava
streams into the showroom, recreating an actual eruption in miniature. Hear the
sizzle and pop as molten rock flows over ice; feel the heat of the resulting steam.
After the experience, you can explore Vík on your own—be sure to stroll its wide,
black-sand beaches.

Day 13 : Katla Ice Cave, Paragliding & Dinner in Vík

Today, you'll immerse yourself (literally) in the wonders of this region's Katla
Geopark, the first such designated area in Iceland and a UNESCO World Heritage
Site. In the morning, drive to the geopark and the Kötlujökull glacier, an outlet of
the Mýrdalsjökull glacier. There, you'll meet an expert guide, receive your
equipment, and go over safety protocols. Then, together, you'll enter the cave and,
over the course of 2-3 hours, explore shimmering walls and vast chasms of ice.

After the caves, you'll take to the skies on an exciting paragliding adventure. Iceland
has become the unofficial capital of paragliding in the far north of the world, and it's
not hard to see why. The mountains and strong offshore winds make the area
around Vík the perfect place to enjoy this popular adventure sport. Even if you've
never paraglided before, don't worry—you can enjoy a tandem flight with a pro
instructor as you soar over Iceland's southern coast for an hour.

After returning to land, celebrate the experience with dinner at one of the town's
fine restaurants. There's quite the selection, too. In Vík, you'll find trendy bistros,
cafés, breweries, casual eateries, pizzerias, and fine-dining restaurants serving
innovative takes on modern Icelandic cuisine.

Day 14 : Drive to Höfn: Glacier Hikes, Lagoons & Diamond Beac

The four-wheeled adventure continues this morning as you leave Vík, heading north
up the coast to Höfn, a charming fishing village near Vatnajökull National Park
(home to Europe's largest glacier). The drive takes a little over three hours, but you
can stop on the way to visit natural attractions, like the viewpoints and otherworldly
rock formations of the Fjaðrárgljúfur river canyon. There are a couple of famous
waterfalls on the way, including Skaftafell and Svartifoss. The latter plunges 65 feet
(20 m) over basalt cliffs and is accessible via a scenic 3-mile (5 km) trail.
There's also a stop at Skaftafell Nature Reserve, an outlet glacier extending from
Vatnajökull. You won't merely be admiring it from afar—you'll strap on crampons,
grab an ice ax, and spend 1-2 hours hiking across it. Upon arrival, meet your guide,
grab your equipment, and receive a safety demo. Then, step onto the ice for a walk
over what seems like an alien planet. The scenery on this three-hour excursion is
spectacular, as you'll pass ice formations, glacial ridges, and deep crevasses.

Later, you'll arrive at Jökulsárlón, a glacial lagoon on the coast. The icebergs floating
on its surface are over 1,000 years old, and if you're lucky, you might spot seals and
small whales in the water or on shore. Then, follow the lagoon to the shores of the
adjacent Diamond Beach. This black-sand beach is famous for the iceberg fragments
that drift ashore from the lagoon and which gleam like diamonds in the sunlight.
Enjoy a stroll on the beach, then continue up the coast to your hotel in Höfn.

Day 15 : Visit Stokksnes Peninsula, Glacial Kayaking

There's much to recommend the fishing town of Höfn, not least its annual lobster
festival held each summer. Today, however, you'll set off on a scenic drive around
this coastal region, which is filled with natural wonders along its peninsulas and
fjords. For example, just a few minutes outside of town is Stokksnes, a scenic
headland. Part of Vatnajökull National Park, the area is known for its remote black-
sand beaches and coastal mountains. You'll also find cultural heritage here in the
form of an ancient Viking village with traditional turf buildings.

After exploring the coast, you'll head into Vatnajökull National Park to
Heinabergslón, a vast glacial lagoon. You won't merely be enjoying the scenery,
either—upon arrival, you'll hop in a kayak and paddle out. It's a leisurely three-hour
ride during which you'll enjoy peace and tranquility, as this lagoon is off the beaten
path and thus free of big crowds. One highlight is stopping for a stroll on one of the
massive glaciers floating on the water. After the excursion, you'll drive back to Höfn.

Day 16 : Departure day

After breakfast check out from hotel, Transfer from hotel to airport.

Trip ended…….