Disembarkation Tour: Classic Reykjavik with Airport Transfer
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Port
Reykjavik, Iceland
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$189
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
4½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Here's a great introduction to Reykjavík with a transfer to the airport included.
Set out from the ship and visit the Pearl — a remarkable building constructed in 1988. It is entirely unique, not only in Iceland but in the whole world. Comprised of a glass dome perched atop huge former hot water tanks, the Pearl affords great views of the capital area and beyond.
Drive past the Hofði house, venue of the 1986 meeting between President Reagan and General Secretary Gorbachev that ended the Cold War. Stop at the stunning Harpa Concert Hall to snap a few photos. This modern glass building, erected in 2011 and located in the city center, reflects the sun rays off its glass panels for an other-worldly effect.
A stunning landmark that completely dominates the city skyline, Hallgrimskirkja Church makes for a wonderful photo stop. The bronze statue of Leif Eriksson in the church square offers an excellent scale comparison. The statue was gifted to the people of Iceland by the United States to commemorate the 1,000th anniversary of Iceland's Parliament.
Afterward, visit the Open-Air Museum of Arbaer. Here, more than 20 buildings from around Iceland constitute an example of a Town Square, a village and a farm. The museum will provide you with an insight into the architecture and lifestyles of Iceland's fascinating history.
The tour ends with a transfer to Keflavik Airport.
Notes:
This tour is available only to guests whose cruise ends in Reykjavík, with flights departing after 4:30pm. Your luggage will be locked in the coach luggage hold for the duration of the tour. Suitable for guests with mobility limitations with a companion to assist. Wear comfortable non-skid walking shoes. Tour sequence may vary.