• Board a specially-equipped boat bound toward the glacier lagoon of Jökulsárlón, the deepest lake in Iceland
• Trek the volcanic Vestmannaeyjar  Islands and visit the inhabited island of Heimaey, where half-buried houses from a 1973 eruption remain
• Early risers will have an opportunity to board Zodiac boats and visit Flatey Island with the Expedition Team, along with other optional Zodiac excursions
• Join your Expedition Team on guided walking tours of Húsavík, Seyðisfjörður, and Djúpivogur

• Embark on guided walking tours in several Icelandic villages
• Use your leisure time to take an extended walk or hike in surrounding areas
• Enjoy a rejuvenating soak in the geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon or the Myvatn Nature Baths during optional Destination Enhancement excursions
• Hotels used on this itinerary feature a variety of spa and fitness facilities, outside hot tubs, and leisure activities

• Explore UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park, and learn about its natural and cultural significance
• Visit idyllic Ísafjörður, the largest town in the Westfjords region, originally settled during the 9th century
• Early risers will have an opportunity to board Zodiac boats with the Expedition Team and visit the quirky fishing village of Flatey Island which served as a 19th century hub for shark hunting and whaling
• Head ashore in Húsavík, one of the first places in Iceland to be settled by Norse Vikings in the 9th century, and enjoy a guided walking tour with the Expedition Team
• Stroll down a rainbow-tiled street and past colorful wooden houses as you make your way to the Blue Church in Seyðisfjörður
• Head ashore with your Expedition Team and explore the quaint coastal village of Djúpivogur, stopping at Langabúð, a late 18th-century warehouse that now serves as the town's cultural center and site of its Heritage Museum
• Explore the Golden Circle and discover some of Iceland's most prized natural attractions, including Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Visit Hallgrímskirkja Church, Iceland’s tallest church, before continuing on to the Perlan viewpoint during a tour of Reykjavík
• Explore the highlights of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, and delve into the history and geology of Iceland's craters, rock formations, lava fields, and black sand beaches

• Explore the diverse landscapes of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, situated atop a 700,000-year-old dormant volcano
• Embark a whale-watching cruise from the colorful, coastal village of Húsavík
• Explore the Golden Circle and discover some of Iceland's most prized natural attractions, including Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Explore the highlights of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, and delve into the history and geology of Iceland's craters, rock formations, lava fields, and black sand beaches

You don’t need to be professional photographer to expertly photograph Iceland’s diverse topography. Here are a few tips and recommended sites:

• Take your time to capture an image. Think like a photographer and slow down to compose your shot. Remember: tourists take pictures, while photographers make images
• From massive glaciers to vast landscapes, you’ll encounter large landmarks on this trip, which might create pressure to fit everything into one shot. Instead, try focusing on a distinctive feature rather than trying to incorporate everything into frame
• Incorporate your surroundings. Don’t try to edge out other tourists from your photos, but use them to enhance the scene. Try tilting the camera at your target, including tourists and the real scene in the background or forefront, and the image instantly is more intriguing than a generic snapshot
• Pursue quirky composition — shooting off-center makes for a more artsy, unique shot

On this small ship ocean cruise, independent travelers will enjoy solo-friendly features, such as:

• Onboard Destination Manager to personalize your expedition
• Water-sport opportunities, depending on the location
• A lively social media night and musical performances most nights
• Solo-friendly social activities, including a Solo Connection mixer
• Onboard entertainment, lectures, and cooking demonstrations
• Health and wellness options, including onboard spa, jacuzzis, and a gym

Prior to your expedition cruise, our complimentary Concierge service will be available to help you customize your journey. Here are just a few services your Concierge can provide:

• Do you have a special birthday, anniversary, family reunion or other important event you want to celebrate on board? Let your Concierge know and he or she can make all the special arrangements, whether it’s a private reception in your suite, a gathering in the lounge, and more
• Restaurant reservations. Just notify your Concierge of your interests, and he or she will be happy to make recommendations, and will call ahead to reserve your table
• Special excursions. Would you like a limo to take you for a special night in the city? Perhaps you’d like to look up long-lost relatives. Your Concierge is here to help!
• Extend your stay! Your Concierge can help modify your hotel reservations and flights if you decide to stay on
• Tickets to local concerts, exhibits, theater, sporting events, and more

Take advantage of this free, start-to-finish service by making your requests prior to your journey or during your journey. We are one of the only companies to offer this level of service! Call 1-888-982-6824 or email Concierge@vantagetravel.com to speak to a Concierge today, or simply log into My Portfolio up to two weeks prior to departure.

During your journey, a Vantage Destination Manager doubles as your onboard Concierge and can assist with any personal requests you may have.