Reviews

Most Inspirational Moment

The Blue Lagoon was much better than expected. Another highlight was the museum at Eyjatjallajokull explaining the 2010 volcanic eruption. Gullfoss was very impressive as was the Jokulsarton glacial lagoon and the associated ice on the beach.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Kristian was a very enthusiastic leader who did all he could to find northern lights and explain the history and culture of Iceland. His enthusiasm for his country was clear.He made sure we were safe at all times.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take plenty of warm clothes and waterproofs

Most Inspirational Moment

The northern lights - they looked simply amazing!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader was great, he interacted with us and shared his knowledge and experaince in a proffesional manner. He had a great sense of humour which really helped make the trip experiance so great.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Pack lots of layers and good quality water proofs! Also a good pair of walking boots are a must for some of the locations!

Suggestions

A great trip, well organised and carried out. Wel done Exodus!!

Most Inspirational Moment

There were so many fantastic moments in this trip, though walking through the divide at Thingvellir National Park and taking in the view was spectacular. The Blue Lagoon was the perfect way to end the trip with new found friends.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Ibi really helped to make this trip with an informative and friendly style. I felt complete safe under her guidance at all times.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared to take lots of photographs and bring one will a long exposure and a tripod if you hope to shoot the northern lights. Alongside that, thermals are recommended as the wind can be icy. Good waterproofs including over-trousers are essential, especially at the falls if the weather is bad. Also try and take a walk into Reykjavik at some point so you don't miss out.

Suggestions

This was an amazing trip. I'd wanted to see dramatic Iceland and we got to see so many aspects of it packed into such a short trip.

Most Inspirational Moment

The icebergs floating on the lake and the sea, with the clear blue sky behind. White Russian Cocktails in Bar Lebowski's, Reykjavik. I was surprised at how barren then landscape is - it's worth seeing. We did see the Northern lights (not the best but they were there). At Hotel Laki you can book a wake-up call if they appear!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Ingibjorg (Ibi) was excellent. She is also a Ranger at the national park so very knowledgeable and she led us on the Glacier and in the Caves. She even provided hot flasks of drinks and snacks in the bus to help with the biting cold wind!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for the biting wind - take warm layers - thermal leggings, a balaclava, ski gloves. Waterproofs (jacket & trousers) are a must to keep out the wind and also you walk behind one of the waterfalls. Take walking boots for the crampons on the Glacier and also to keep out the cold. Book an extra day to see Reykjavik - there are free local walking tours - it's easy to get around and not very big but worth the effort.

Suggestions

Compared to some other travel companies this trip may look expensive, but everything except 2 dinners is included. Admission to places and food is very expensive (c£20-£25 for a main meal), so when comparing make sure you add in everything.

Most Inspirational Moment

seeing the northern lights on a beautiful clear night and then viewing a photo of same to really see the colours.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Ibi was excellent. Nothing was too much trouble

Advice for Potential Travellers

make sure you have warm, windproof clothes

Suggestions

I had expected better accommodation for the price of the holiday. Hotel Laki was very basic. Our group had the worst rooms. Should have had 3 course meals included in the price

Most Inspirational Moment

There were a number... a double rainbow over one of the waterfalls, walking on a glacier (complete with ice axe and crampons), the brilliant ice blue and white of the lagoon with seals basking in the sun, getting soaked by an unusually large spurt from the geyser, the meals out with the complete group. Scanning the skies on the rooftop on the hope of seeing the Northern Lights.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Petur was totally brilliant. He certainly went the extra mile for our group. Arranging meals for us - and then joining us to eat with us. Taking us on unscheduled 'detours' to show us even more of his beautiful country. He was extremely knowledgeable about Iceland, the history, the people the geology, the landscape and he delivered his knowledge with a sense of humour. He managed the perfect balance of narrating the tour but giving us space and peace to enjoy it for ourselves.. There was a lot to fit in so he was also very good (in the very nicest way) at keeping us 'on schedule' for our various stops. Thank you so much Petur.

Advice for Potential Travellers

There is so much more to see in Iceland than the Northern Lights. Sadly we didn't see them on this trip but I had a truly amazing time and I would recommend this trip to anyone who has a love of the 'great outdoors' and the natural world.

Suggestions

Being in a small group meant that arrivals and departures at hotels and the various sights were manageable. It was very worthwhile to travel across to the black beach and Jokulsson.

Most Inspirational Moment

Every day was exciting, from waterfalls to geysers to glaciers, to film shows, museums and tomato growing !! I was inspired the way Icelanders seem to be so innovative. In 2010 we worried about the ash cloud disrupting our flights, look what happened to them and how they have moved forward.......

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our leader Ibi was the best!!!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go,go,go...

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking across a glacier, seeing the blue glaciers from the bus window, seeing the icebergs on the black beach.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader Ipi was fantastic, she couldn't do enough for us and made sure every single person was OK.

Advice for Potential Travellers

This was a great trip, but you're tied to the pre-planned itinerary around the south coast of Iceland. The days were very full, which was great, but would have liked more flex to get to better places to see NLs, as they are the main attraction of the tour. Bring your own shower gel - both our hotels were surprisingly primitive on the toiletries side. Also towels provided tended to be very thin, one pillow each, and thin narrow duvets.

Most Inspirational Moment

The wrecked icebergs strewn along a black, volcanic beach illuminated in a multitude of glassy shades - a magnificent sculpture park sparkling in the sunshine. A truly memorable experience.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our guide could not have been better - humorous, knowledgeable, capable and thoroughly good company. Ibi is an exceptional person (a member of the Icelandic volunteer search and rescue service - who could ask for more?). I felt in thoroughly good hands and Ibi made the trip a brilliant experience for all the members of the group. She provided constant and interesting information at the appropriate moments, was a brilliant driver on roads which were, at times, quite challenging. She has great skills, both organisational and interpersonal. She gave us a wonderful insight into her country, both historical, geological, botanical, political - the list goes on and on... Thank you Ibi!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for a lot of driving - but every mile is worth it.

Suggestions

The museum at Skogar is brilliant and should not be missed.

Most Inspirational Moment

Every place we went to was stunningly breath taking and even the Northern lights put in an appearance.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Group leader was exceptional.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Dont park at the airport. Go the night before and stay in a hotel. The rip off parking charge at the airport was the only thing that marred the holiday. But then you cant expect anything else from London area I suppose.

Suggestions

If you have never been to Iceland... GO. You wont regret it.