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9 Night Iceland Circumnavigating the Land of Fire and Ice Cruise

From Reykjavik, (Iceland) to Reykjavik, (Iceland)

Sylvia Earle
Aurora Expeditions
4 Stars
Cruise #: 14310780
Sail Date: Wednesday, Aug 9, 2028
Return Date: Friday, Aug 18, 2028
Room Types & Rates:
Oceanview
Call to Book1-800-427-8473
Balcony
$15,916
Suite
$23,516
*Prices are per person based on double occupancy
Includes taxes & fees

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9 Night Iceland   Circumnavigating the Land of Fire and Ice Cruise

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Wednesday - Aug 9, 2028
Day
1
  • Reykjavik, Iceland
Arrive at Keflavik International Airport and transfer to your Embarkation Suite (conditions apply below). Explore Reykjavik at your leisure before returning to your Embarkation Suite at the designated times for the group transfer to Sylvia Earle. Important information: complimentary airport arrival transfers are available as group transfers for passengers arriving at Keflavik International Airport before 11 am on Day 1 only; if you arrive after the airport-transfer cut-off, please make your own way to the Embarkation Suite before 2 pm to complete mandatory check-in; if you are already in Reykjavik, please bring all your luggage to your centrally located Embarkation Suite and complete mandatory check-in between 9 am and 2 pm; at the Embarkation Suite, luggage storage, Wi-Fi, tea, coffee, and light refreshments are available, along with assistance from Aurora Expeditions staff regarding your voyage and time in the city; Embarkation Suite location: to be advised approximately six months before departure; your main luggage will be transferred to the ship at 2:30 pm - please keep passports, medication, money, cards, and anything else you may need during the day in your hand luggage. In the late afternoon, join the group transfer to Sylvia Earle. Once onboard, settle into your cabin before attending the mandatory safety briefings as we prepare to set sail on our Icelandic adventure. This evening, meet your Expedition Team and fellow travelers at a welcome dinner and raise a toast to the journey ahead. ...
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Thursday - Aug 10, 2028
Day
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Grundarfjordur, Iceland
  • Grundarfjordur, Iceland
Grundarfjordur is our gateway to the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, a region often described as 'Iceland in miniature' for its remarkable concentration of glaciers, lava fields, mountains, fishing villages, and wave-sculpted coastline. Dominating the peninsula is the glacier-capped Snaefellsjokull volcano, immortalized by Jules Verne in Journey to the Centre of the Earth. We plan to travel ashore by Zodiac, taking in views of the surrounding coast before making a dry landing. Personalize your expedition with an included 'Your Choice' experience suited to your interests and fitness level. ...
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Friday - Aug 11, 2028
Day
3
Dynjand, Iceland
  • Dynjand, Iceland
Today, we enter the Westfjords, one of Iceland's most remote and sparsely populated regions. Ancient glaciers have carved a dramatic world of deep fjords, broad valleys, and sheer-sided table mountains that fall towards the North Atlantic. Waterfalls thread down the mountainsides, small farms sit beneath immense cliffs, and the winding coastline reveals new perspectives at every turn. As we navigate these sheltered waterways, the Expedition Team will interpret the geology, wildlifekl, and human stories of a landscape that feels wonderfully removed from modern life. Conditions permitting, we travel ashore by Zodiac to visit Dynjandi, the jewel of the Westfjords. This magnificent waterfall tumbles approximately 100 meters (328 feet) down a broad, tiered mountainside, widening like a bridal veil as it descends. A walking trail follows a succession of smaller cascades towards the main falls, offering ever-changing views across Arnarfjordur and the surrounding peaks. Whether you choose to walk towards the base or admire the panorama from below, the scale, sound, and setting of Dynjandi make it one of Iceland's most memorable natural landmarks. Later, we continue north through the Westfjords. Relax on deck as mountains and isolated valleys slip past, and keep watch for seabirds, seals and whales in the nutrient-rich waters. The long summer light lends an added beauty to this quiet afternoon of scenic expedition cruising. ...
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Saturday - Aug 12, 2028
Day
4
  • Vigur Island, Iceland
This morning, travel ashore by Zodiac to Vigur, a small island jewel in the Isafjardardjup fjord. Home to only a handful of residents but vast numbers of seabirds, Vigur offers an intimate glimpse of traditional island life. Follow gentle paths through rolling green landscapes where puffins, Arctic terns, eider ducks, and black guillemots nest in season. Learn about the island's long tradition of sustainable eiderdown farming, discover its historic buildings, and visit the tiny post office. With its lively bird colonies, sweeping fjord views, and warm Icelandic character, Vigur is a place of rare charm. Back onboard, spend the afternoon exploring the deep fjords and sheltered bays of Isafjardardjup. Towering, flat-topped mountains rise directly from cold, nutrient-rich waters, creating a spectacular setting for scenic cruising and wildlife watching. Keep your camera and binoculars close as we search for humpback and minke whales, dolphins, and seabirds. Sightings can never be guaranteed, but these productive waters offer exciting possibilities. Your Expedition Team will help scan the fjord and share insights into its geology, ecology, and centuries of human history. ...
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Sunday - Aug 13, 2028
Day
5
  • Akureyri, Iceland
Set against a backdrop of snow-streaked mountains at the head of Eyjafjordur, Akureyri is Iceland's largest urban center outside the capital region. Its sheltered setting, colorful streets, and celebrated botanical gardens make an inviting gateway to northern Iceland's waterfalls, volcanic landscapes, and geothermal wonders. Personalize your expedition with an included 'Your Choice' experience suited to your interests and fitness level. ...
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Monday - Aug 14, 2028
Day
6
Grimsey Island, Iceland
  • Grimsey Island, Iceland
  • Skjalfandi Bay, Iceland
Around 40 kilometers (25 miles) off Iceland's north coast, grassy Grimsey is best known for straddling the Arctic Circle. A small community calls the island home, while vast numbers of seabirds occupy its dramatic cliffs during the breeding season. Conditions permitting, explore on foot, by Zodiac, or by kayak, and enjoy the symbolic moment of crossing the Arctic Circle. Keep watch for guillemots, gulls, kittiwakes, and puffins along the coast. As we return towards the mainland, we scan the waters of Skjalfandi Bay near Husavik, Iceland's celebrated whale-watching capital. Up to 24 cetacean species have been recorded in these productive waters, including humpback, minke, and blue whales, as well as dolphins, orcas, fin whales, and pilot whales. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed, but the bay offers an exciting setting for time on deck with the Expedition Team. ...
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Tuesday - Aug 15, 2028
Day
7
Seydisfjordur, Iceland
  • Seydisfjordur, Iceland
Tucked at the head of a long fjord and framed by steep, waterfall-streaked mountains, Seydisfjordur is one of Iceland's most picturesque communities. Stroll among colorful timber buildings introduced by Norwegian merchants during the herring era, follow paths beside the cascading Fjardara River, or explore hiking trails leading into the surrounding valley. The village is also known for its flourishing creative scene, with artists' studios, locally made handicrafts, and the much-photographed blue church adding to its distinctive character. ...
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Wednesday - Aug 16, 2028
Day
8
Djupivogur, Iceland
  • Djupivogur, Iceland
In Iceland's east, we plan to travel ashore by Zodiac at Djupivogur, our gateway to Vatnajokull National Park and the immense ice cap that dominates the region. Today's experiences reveal a landscape shaped by glaciers, volcanic forces, and the restless meeting of ice and ocean. Personalize your expedition with an included 'Your Choice' experience suited to your interests and fitness level. ...
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Thursday - Aug 17, 2028
Day
9
Westmann Islands, Iceland
  • Westmann Islands, Iceland
Enjoy a relaxed morning onboard as we sail towards the Westman Islands. Join informative presentations from the Expedition Team and spend time on deck watching for whales and seabirds. Rising from the sea off Iceland's south coast, the Westman Islands were formed by volcanic eruptions over the past 10,000 years. The archipelago comprises 15 islands and numerous rocks and skerries, providing refuge for rich marine life and one of the world's largest Atlantic puffin colonies. Heimaey is the only inhabited island and offers a compelling blend of dramatic geology, resilient community history, and abundant birdlife. Personalize your expedition with an included 'Your Choice' experience suited to your interests and fitness level. ...
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Friday - Aug 18, 2028
Day
10
  • Reykjavik, Iceland
During the early morning, we cruise into Reykjavik and plan to disembark at approximately 8 am. Farewell your Expedition Team and fellow travelers before transferring to Keflavik International Airport or a central Reykjavik location. Note: At the conclusion of the voyage, consider booking flights departing after 12 pm on the day of disembarkation in case there are delays. ...
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