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Reykjavik ItineraryAugust 21 (Th) - Guests will be met upon arrival and transfered to the Hotel Radisson 1919 or the Hotel Centrum in the center of the city. Afternoon city tour of the world's most northerly capital with visits to the Asmundur Sveinsson sculpture museum, Hofdi House (site of the Reagan/Gorbachev Summit)and to the modern swimming facility at Laugardaur valley. August 22 (Fr) - Free day to book an optional tour and perhaps some shopping for the famous Icelandic woolen sweaters and blankets. Afterwards you can pick up your race number and attend the Pasta Party at the expo. August 23 (Sa) - RACE DAY! The Marathon starts at 8:40am. Dinner celebration with the group at your own expense. In the evening enjoy Culture Night and the fireworks. August 24 (Su)- Full day "Golden Circle" tour of the Icelandic countryside exploring the country's natural wonders. First a stop at Thingvellir National Park where the worlds oldest parliment met and then to Gullfuss (Golden Falls), a magnificent waterfall. After Gullfoss we travel down the road to visit Geysir from where the word "geysir" comes from. After lunch we continueto Hveragerdi where harnessed geothermal power warms greenhouses nurturing fruits . Finally we end the tour at the Blue Lagoon for a relaxing soak in the world famous hot springs. August 25 (Mo) - Transfer to the airport for return flights to the U.S. or commencement of optional extensions. |
