Luxury Holidays in Iceland
If ever there was nation shaped by the forces of nature, it’s Iceland. The elements of wind, fire and water have buffeted, sculptured, and pummelled this island, leaving Arctic glaciers, smoking geysers, volcanoes, and fjords in their trail. And yet, it is more than rugged natural wonders that lure guests to Iceland. Lightfoot Travel can tailor-make a luxury holiday to Iceland for you using knowledge gleaned from our own travels.
With landscapes straight out of mythical Viking sagas, it comes as no surprise that Iceland is a filming location for Game of Thrones. Yet there’s another side to Iceland; cool Reykjavik is one of our favourite small cities in Europe. Hip boutique hotels, an electric nightlife scene, leading art galleries, super-friendly locals and a unique Nordic way of life contribute to this captivating capital city. We recommend Reykjavik as an essential stop before heading out to the wild surrounding lands.
If you’re the adventurous type, you’ll love the Reykjanes Peninsula. This UNESCO Global Geopark is Iceland’s most jaw-dropping outdoor playground and home to the geothermal spa Blue Lagoon. The stark contrast between the neon blue water and the dark volcanic rocks here is an awe-inspiring, as is the steam that rises like a smoke machine.
You’ll also find some of the finest hiking in the world and a fascinating geological history.
Ancient volcanic eruptions have scarred the landscapes, scattered geothermal pools mix with Arctic winds, and the aurora borealis lights up sky and stark tundra beneath. Experiences in Iceland can range from glacier caving and walking to whale watching, from fjord boat tours to just relaxing in a natural hot spring pool.
Lightfoot Travel’s highly-experienced team design luxury tailor-made tours of Iceland using our own travels in the country, while offering impartial advice on where to stay. Enquire now!
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Country: Iceland
Capital: Reykjavik
Best Time To Go: All year, October to April (northern lights)
Currency: Icelandic Krona
Language: Icelandic Language
Time Zone: GMT (UTC+0)
Family Adventure in Tanzania
Ngorongoro Crater & Lake ManyaraSerengeti & Northern TanzaniaZanzibar & surrounding islandsTanzaniaAfrica
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The beauty of the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site
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Family nature drives searching for zebra, gazelles, lion, leopards and elephants
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Witnessing the wildebeest migration from Serengeti National Park
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Relaxing on the sands of Zanzibar
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Early morning dolphin and whale watching from a private boat
Luxury Private Kilimanjaro
TanzaniaAfricaKilimanjaro & Arusha National Parks
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Climb to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa
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Spot African wildlife, including elephants, buffalos and black and white Colobus monkeys
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Marvel at Kilimanjaro’s explosive past at the Lava Tower
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Scale the imposing Great Barranco Wall
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Experience sunrise over Africa as you reach Uhuru Peak
Mobile Migration in Tanzania
Serengeti & Northern TanzaniaNgorongoro Crater & Lake ManyaraTanzaniaAfrica
- The beauty of the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Daily nature drives across a landscape including 25,000 animals
- Guided walks, sundowners and Maasai cultural experiences
- A hot-air balloon flight over the open savannah at sunrise
- Witnessing the wildebeest migration from Serengeti National Park
Off the beaten path in Tanzania
Nyerere National Park & Southern TanzaniaLake Tanganyika & Western Tanzania
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African game drives in Ruaha National Park searching for elephant, giraffe, leopard, wild dog and lion
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An early morning bird safari in Nyerere National Park
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Explore the Great Rufiji River on a walking safari
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Search the Mahale Mountains National Park for chimpanzees
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Swim in ice-cold pools in the mountain waterfalls of Greystoke Mahale
Safari Highlights of Tanzania
Ngorongoro Crater & Lake ManyaraSerengeti & Northern TanzaniaTanzaniaAfrica
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Enjoy spectacular views over the Ngorongoro Crater
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Experience the thrill of seeing African wildlife on game drives
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Track animals on foot with an experienced guide at Grumeti Reserve
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Witness wildebeest crossing the river in the Serengeti National Park
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Stay in intimate, luxury bush camps with pools and spa treatments
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