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Suitability
Suitability
We've given each of our tours a comfort rating and a tour pace, walking or cycling grade to give you a general idea about the level of activity on each tour and the standard of accommodation you will be staying in at the end of your day's adventure.
Often you'll stay in different styles of accommodation during your tour; so we make an average rating across the entire tour. For more information on where you'll stay each night, please refer to the day by day tour itinerary.
The following excursions and/or activities are usually available and may be arranged locally. Estimated costs are provided below for guidance only, are on a per person basis unless shown otherwise, and may depend on the number of participants. Prices quoted are correct as of the date these trip notes were originally issued but may change at any time due to currency fluctuations.
Local Staff- Tipping is not a recognised part of life in Iceland for meals etc, though if you do wish to tip your local representative (entirely at your discression) it will no doubt be appreciated.
Recommended Currency for Exchange: GBP, EUR and USD are readily exchanged at banks and post offices.
Where to Exchange: Most major towns. Your Tour Leader will advise you on arrival. When changing money always keep your receipts for changing back money.
Please be aware that some UK banks need prior notification before allowing debit or credit cards to be used in Iceland.
ATM Availability: Cash can be drawn on credit cards from ATM’s in Reykjavik and at the airport.
Credit Card Acceptance: Most shops and restaurants take credit cards.
Travellers Cheques: Can be exchanged at banks and post offices.
*Cheap local fare in a small cafe or restaurant. **Typical food in a simple, reasonably comfortable mid-range restaurant.
Important Information
Travel Insurance
It is a condition of joining any of our tours that you must have valid travel insurance. It must indicate that you have cover for (at least) medical expenses and emergency repatriation in the event of illness or injury. We also strongly recommend your policy includes cancellation protection as all deposit paid are non-refundable.
If you require travel insurance for your tour, Explore Worldwide is an appointed representative of Campbell Irvine Limited, who is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services authority. Our travel insurance policy is specially tailored to the needs of the adventure traveller and will cover you for any included activity on any Explore trip. You can either purchase this at the time of booking or call us 0844 499 0901 after you have booked.
The above is not an exhaustive list. Further information regarding vaccinations and travel health advice can be found by following the NHS and NaTHNaC links at http://www.explore.co.uk/Travelhealth/ and from your local healthcare provider.
Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change and should be confirmed before departure.
We strongly recommend that you check your government’s travel advisory for up-to-date information and advice about your destination: safety and security, entry requirements, health, local laws and customs, including advice re: the legality of and local attitudes towards same-sex relationships. For UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office Advice follow the link athttp://www.explore.co.uk/Traveladvice/
Iceland has a cool and temperate climate and, despite its situation just south of the Arctic Circle, its northerly latitude is counteracted by the encircling warm waters of the North Atlantic Drift. Summer is generally cool but higher temperatures are common inland. The mean temperature for a summer afternoon is between 12°C and 15°C. The north and interior of the country are generally drier than the south and southern coastal regions. The summer enjoys continuous daylight, whereas late spring and early autumn have long twilights.
Unfortunately it does occasionally happen that luggage does not always reach its destination on the same flight as its owner, or possibly it may be damaged in transit. If you are unlucky enough for this to occur, it is important that you file a PIR (Property Irregularity Report) with the airline before leaving the airport. This is essential when you come to make a claim either against the airline or from your travel insurance company
Weather conditions can change rapidly – sunshine, drizzle, rain and snow may all occur in the same day. You’ll need warmer clothing for outdoors and cool evenings. A good quality wind and waterproof jacket and trousers are essential. We also recomend that you bring a swimming costume plus a towel with you as there will be plenty of chances to swim on the tour.
For comprehensive information regarding voltages and plug types in use in the countries visited, follow the relevant link at http://www.explore.co.uk/Traveladvice/
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