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Below is our anticipated schedule of activities. The group will have limited access to the internet over the course of the program. While we understand families are eager for news, we ask for patience as our staff’s energy is focused on the students and the program at hand. Please do not call our office regarding these trip logs, as the office does not control the postings or the content of the updates. Thanks very much for your understanding!
Note: The group’s primary accommodations include Reykjavík Hostel Village (Reykjavik), Lodge Grímshús (Northern Iceland), and Solheimar Ecovillage.
Day 1 (June 21) – New York to Reykjavik – Students depart on an overnight flight via New York JFK
Day 2 (June 22) – Students arrive Reykjavik KEF; Transfer to Reykjavik for orientation, city exploration, and Icelandic cooking class
Day 3 (June 23) – Tour of the Golden Circle including Silfra snorkeling excursion
Day 4 (June 24) – Departure for Northern Iceland (near Husavik)/Scenic drive
Day 5 to 6 (June 25 to 26) – Community service days with the Soil Conservation Service
Day 7 (June 27) – Morning tour of Lake Mývatn; Afternoon whale watching excursion out of Husavik
Day 8 (June 28) – Return to Southwest Iceland including stops at local attractions
Day 9 to 10 (June 29 to June 30) – Workshops and community service days with Solheimar Ecovillage
Day 11 (July 1) – Morning rest and student downtime; Afternoon horseback riding tour and farm visit
Day 12 (July 2) – Day tour including Solheimajokull glacier hike and a visit to Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls
Day 13 (July 3) – Community service day with Blai Herinn with projects on the Reykjanes peninsula
Day 14 (July 4) – Morning excursion to the Blue Lagoon; Afternoon/evening closing program activities and final dinner
Day 15 (July 5) – Student fly day from Reykjavik to home