Reykjavik
Akureyri is a town to the north of Lýðveldið Ísland (Republic of Iceland), also known as the Capital of North Iceland.
A beautiful setting and a thriving cultural sceneAkureyri is a town to the north of Lýðveldið Ísland (Republic of Iceland), also known as the Capital of North Iceland. The area was the site of the most important archaeological discoveries of Iceland, an ancient sculpture of Thor, the Norse God of Thunder (now on display in Reykjavik’s National Museum).
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Akureyri offers a sheltered natural harbor with 3 cruise berth. The ship facilities are within walking distance from the town centre.
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KEF01 - PANORAMIC OF REYKJAVIK - 2,5 hours - 2012
This comprehensive sightseeing excursion takes in all the highlights of Reykjavik, the northernmost capital in the world. We will leave the pier and head to the conservation area of Heidmork, crossing the Ellidaar River, which is one of the cleanest metropolitan salmon rivers in the world. En route we will pass the Arbaer Open Air Folk Museum where historic homes from Reykjavik and other parts of Iceland have been recreated in a display of Icelandic life. Our first stop will be at Heidmork to see the Raudholar craters and from where we can admire the surrounding lava fields and the imposing mountain ranges. We will board the bus again and follow the coast road, past Hofdi House where President Reagan and Secretary General Gorbachev held a key summit in 1986. The pretty harbour area will be the site of our main photo stop before we drive past the Hallgrimskirkka Church and the charming old quarter of Reykjavik with its colourful wooden houses and narrow streets. We will stop at the famous rotating "Pearl" Restaurant for a fantastic panorama of the city from the restaurant's viewing platform. Return to the port.Please note : limited number of guides in languages other than English. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be provided in English only. This tour is suitable for disabled guests on condition they can get in/out the coach. Itinerary may be carried out in reverse order.
Price per person $59.00 Adults $41.00 Children
KEF02 - THE GOLDEN CIRLCE - 8.5 hours with lunch - 2012 
Join this tour and prepare to spend time enjoying some of the natural splendours that have helped make Iceland famous. We will leave the port for a bus transfer to the lovely Thingvellir National Park - a UNESCO World Heritage Site situated 30 miles from Reykjavik. This park is a must during any visit to Iceland; we will experience one of the most outstanding sceneries in the Country, a vast lava plain of green moss and wild flowers. This site is regarded by Icelanders as a sacred place and the world's oldest legislative parliament was founded here. Next stop will be the huge Gullfoss or "golden" Waterfall; this twin cascade is one of the most powerful in Europe and there are some amazing views from here. Our third visit takes in the Iceland Geysers, which, together with Thingvellir Park and Gullfoss, form the "Golden Circle" tourist route. Here we will see nature in all her glory as we marvel at the hissing hot springs and other geothermal phenomena and it is in this surreal environment that we will have lunch. Return to Reykjavik via the Pearl restaurant viewing point before reaching the port.Please note : limited number of guides in languages other than English. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be provided in English only. The order of the visits may vary. This tour includes walking on uneven ground but most of the sights can be seen from the bus. Only water is included in the lunch; additional drinks to be paid for on site.
Price per person $177.00 Adults $124.00 Children
KEF03 - BATHING IN THE BLUE LAGOON & PANORAMIC OF REYKJAVIK - 5 hours - 2012 The Blue Lagoon is located in the middle of a beautiful lava field and our excursion here offers an intriguing introduction to the unusual Icelandic landscapes. A 30-minute bus transfer will take you to the Lagoon which owes its existence to the nearby geothermal power plant; we will have two hours to indulge in the reviving lagoon waters which remain at a temperature 37º-39ºC, are rich in minerals and renowned for their healing properties. Relax into the unique atmosphere as you soak up the blue waters, surrounded by the steam and the four-metre high lava wall that surrounds the Lagoon. On the way back to the port we will visit Iceland's capital city Reykjavik for a short sightseeing tour.Please note : limited number of guides in languages other than English. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be provided in English only. For hygienic purposes and in line with local customs, it is compulsary to take a shower without swimwear before entering the lagoon. Dressing rooms and showers for men and women separated.
Price per person $126.00 Adults $88.00 Children
KEF04 - DISCOVER THE CITY OF REYKJAVIK - 3,5 hours - 2012
Iceland's capital city, Reykjavik, is a fascinating mix of the tradition and technical modernity. Visitors are always struck by the juxtaposition of the clean-lined, boldly coloured modern constructions and the quaint historic buildings that characterise the old city centre. Our tour starts with a drive to the Arbaer Open Air Folk Museum where historic homes from Reykjavik and other parts of Iceland have been recreated in a display of Icelandic life. Enjoy a pleasant walk around the museum and see the traditional northern Icelandic turf church and turf farm buildings. Our next stop will be the rotating "Pearl" restaurant and we can enjoy a panoramic city view from the vantage point of its hot-water storage tanks ! The Pearl is of particular architectural interest as it features a dome built of reflective glass panels set on a hollow steel frame. After viewing the city from above we can continue exploring on the ground as we take a short walk through the historic district, admiring Reykjavik's colourful wooden houses and pretty narrow streets. Return to the port.Please note : limited number of guides in languages other than English. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be provided in English only. This tour is not recommended for guests with mobility problems. Itinerary can be done on reverse order.
Price per person $89.00 Adults $62.00 Children
KEF05 - ICELANDIC JEEP ADVENTURE - 3,5 hours - 2012 Adventurous passengers will love this special excursion that lets you enjoy the scenery of Iceland aboard a special "super truck" jeep. Built to weather exceptionally tough conditions, we will ride these jeeps out to rocky landscapes carved by the forces of nature and time. The excursion begins with a transfer to Nesjavellir Power Plant, which formally opened in 1990 to create the biggest high-temperature field in Iceland and which is now one of the main sources of heat for homes in Reykjavik. From here you will take the gravel road along the lake Thingvallavatn, driving across the lush farmlands of the south through a constantly changing landscape. We will arrive at the birch forests of Trastarlundur where we will stop for a short break before driving on a special jeep track known as "The Thousand Waters"; you will pass a series of rivers, mud banks and streams. Our last stop will be on a hill to take in a final view of the unique Icelandic scenery.Please note: guiding only in English. This tour is not recommended for guests with mobility problems.
Price per person $203.00 Adults $142.00 Children
KEF06 - KRYSUVIK GEOTHERMAL FIELD & BLUE LAGOON - 5 hours - 2012 We will leave the port and drive to the enchanting Kleifarvatn Lake, one of the deepest lakes in Iceland, where we will stop briefly to take pictures. Next we will continue to the geothermal fields of Krysuvik to witness the powerful jets of steam that spurt from deep below the earth's crust; we will admire the solfatara and the multicoloured pools of boiling muds before reaching the bustling village of Grindavik and the Blue Lagoon. The Lagoon owes its existence to the nearby geothermal power plant; the waters of the lagoon remain at a warm 37º-39ºC and are rich in minerals and renowned for their healing properties. After viewing the Lagoon we will drive over the lava-covered Reykjanes Peninsula to the outskirts of the little town of Njardvik to visit the newly-built Viking Museum. Here we can admire the "Islendingur" Viking ship, a fully seaworthy replica of an averaged-size Viking vessel which would have carried a crew of 70. Drive back to the pier.Please note : limited number of guides in languages other than English. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be provided in English only. This tour is not recommended for guests with mobility problems. Itinerary can be done on reverse order. Guests will only visit the Blue Lagoon but will not bathe in it.
Price per person $105.00 Adults $74.00 Children
The excursions in the program above are intended to provide MSC Guests with an idea of the different tours that can be arranged in each port of call; this program is merely a guide and confirmation of each excursion and its description and prices will be made during your cruise. Full information can be found in the onboard Tour Magazine.
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