Scout holidays and scouts tours to Iceland - Venture Abroad

Iceland has become one of Europe’s hottest destinations. A short plane journey lands you in Reykjavik where your adventure will begin. A stunning landscape awaits you in Iceland and you cannot help but be enthralled by the erupting geysers, thundering rivers and rolling lava flows.

Go hiking on a glacier, white water rafting down the thrilling rapids, test your strength on an overnight triathlon and discover for yourself where the world splits in two in Thingvellir National Park, all in one week! Whatever you choose to do, your tour to Iceland is guaranteed to be an exciting and fun-filled journey in a totally unique landscape.

• Mountain biking
• Hiking
• Glacier Hiking
• White Water Rafting
• Canoeing
• Rock climbing

• Blue Lagoon
• Whale watching
• Capital city of Reykjavik
• Gulfoss waterfall
• Great Geyser

Prices are based on a self-catering option.

Full board option: The centre offers an excellent full board option which includes three good meals per day and gives greater flexibility when planning your activities.

Reykjavik Option

Spend 2 nights’ in Iceland’s vibrant, energetic capital, Reykjavik, and take the time to explore this wonderful city. Go whale watching or catch the Puffin Express Boat to experience the amazing sight of hundreds of puffins all on one island*. Discover for yourself the striking landmarks, beautiful buildings and intriguing sculptures which are dotted throughout the city.

*seasonal excursions

Depart UK	Accommodation	Board Basis	Day / Nights	Price (pp)
Monday 1st August 2011	Tents	Self Catering	8/7	£579
Monday 15th August 2011	Tents	Self Catering	8/7	£579

What's Included

• ATOL protected return flights from London Gatwick with Iceland Express to Reykjavik Airport
• One piece of checked hold baggage per person, subject to airline weight and dimension restrictions
• One piece of hand baggage per person, subject to airline weight and dimension restrictions
• Low-Cost airline check-in, baggage fees and other charges (excluding excess baggage)
• All government and third party taxes and charges
• Return coach airport transfers in Iceland
• 7 nights’ accommodation in Venture Abroad tents on a self-catering basis at Úlfljótsvatn Scout Centre
• Tents set up prior to your arrival at the Úlfljótsvatn Scout Centre
• Full tour and itinerary planning
• 1 x drawstring bag per passenger
• Luggage labels for the group plus payment cards on request
• VAT (at current rate) on tour operator’s margin (non-reclaimable)
• No currency surcharges (guaranteed upon confirmation of booking)
• The reassurance of an externally audited safety management system and the security of our 24-hour emergency contact service throughout your tour

Please note that we can be flexible on the above dates, contact us for a tailor-made quotation.

Úlfljótsvatn Scout Centre offers excellent accommodation either on a large camping ground or indoor. Come and meet scouts and guides from all over the world and revel in this unique international atmosphere. All of your tents and cooking facilities are provided on-site for the exclusive use of guests travelling with Venture Abroad. We also offer indoor accommodation for a supplementary cost. This accommodation centre is subject to availability.