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Iceland

Land of Fire & Ice: Iceland With Your Grandchild

Program No. 10584RJ
Take a fantastic quest through the real-life magic of Iceland, where tales of Vikings combine with a wondrous landscape to make this the perfect adventure for you and your grandchild.
Program
At a Glance
Duration
8 days
Program Begins
Borgarnes
Program Concludes
Reykjavik
Meals
18 ( 7B, 6L, 5D )
Activity Level
With bobbing icebergs and bubbling mud, elusive elves and real-life reindeer, Iceland is a seemingly magical world for grandparents and grandchildren to discover together. Embark on a quest to embrace Iceland’s bounty. Whale watching, glacier trekking, fishing and horseback riding excursions are complemented by lessons on geology, the Vikings and the Sagas. Interact with Icelanders to learn about the daily lives of the people who inhabit this fascinating land.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Ride a glacier vehicle to the top of Langjökull, Iceland’s second-largest glacier.
  • Discover amazing geological features like the Gullfoss waterfall and the Great Geysir.
  • Find out if huldufólk, or "hidden people" of trolls, elves and dwarves — of which the Nordura is said to harbor a large population — truly exist.
General Notes
The age range for this program varies by departure date. Please make sure that you are attending a departure date that meets the correct age requirement.
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Ásdís Birgisdóttir
Ásdís was born in Reykjavík in 1961 but spent most of her youth in the U.S. She has spent most of her adult life in Iceland where she received her degree in textile art and design and actively engages in her passion: travelling around the country in all seasons and all weather. In addition to being a certified hiking instructor, Ásdís also works as a Wilderness Medical Responder. She enjoys sharing her knowledge of her country with visiting guests and introducing them to Iceland’s many wonders.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
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Sandy Johnson
Sandy Johnson is a native Minnesotan who escaped to sunny California. During college she was an exchange student in Sweden. She has a BA in Scandinavian Languages & Literature as well as an MBA. Sandy was a Swedish interpreter for Northwest Airlines and has traveled extensively, including her work for Road Scholar. Sandy also travels in her role as a sales engineer, crossing California and Nevada to provide high-tech solutions for a diverse array of industries. Her hobbies include archery, hiking and Scandinavian folk dancing.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to two miles daily over varied terrain. Elevations up to 4,500 feet.
Suggested Reading List
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