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Trip Length
7 Days, 6 Nights
Group Size
4-15
Activities
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Snorkeling
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Hiking
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Trail Running
OVERVIEW
Come explore Iceland and race in Reykjavik’s annual Summer Solstice Half Marathon, visit historical Thingvellir National Park, snorkel between continental plates in the Silfra Fissure, bask in natural hot springs, run trails in epic Thorsmork, and lend your labor helping to reforest this windswept island. Are you up for a challenge?

Check out the Open World Racing video from our last destination racing trip to Iceland.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
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Snorkel the Sifa Fissure Frolic and soak in the natural hot river
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Visit majestic Gulfoss Falls
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Explore Thormosrk National Park via rugged and black soil trails
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Race in Reykjavik’s Summer Solstice Half Marathon under the midnight sun
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Search for Humpback Whales
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Plant trees in Þorlakshofn to aid in the reforestation project
WHAT'S INCLUDED
All overnight accommodations. There will be an additional $250 charge if you'd like a single occupancy option, "single supplement."
All planned in-country transportation. All meals planned by OWR and included in the detailed agenda.
All meals planned by Open World Racing and included in the detailed agenda.
All program activities listed in the detailed agenda. Race fees and other miscellaneous costs.
ITINERARY
Iceland Itinerary
Day 1 – June 21
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Arrival and check into hotel -
Whale watching -
Welcome happy hour
Day 2 – June 22
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Catch 10:30 bus from lava center for Thorsmork -
Check into Lava Huts -
Break -
Afternoon guided trail run -
Welcome dinner at Lava Hut lodge
Day 3 – June 23
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Free Morning -
Bus from Thorsmork to Lava Center (13:00) -
Change transportation at Lava Center -
Reykjadalur for lunch -
Hike to hot river- afternoon/early evening at hot river -
Stay in/around Reykjadalur -
Free evening
Day 4 – June 24
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Transit to Gulfoss -
Visit Gulfoss Waterfalls -
Rafting Trip -
Stay in RJK -
Free evening
Day 5 – June 25
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Silfra fissure snorkeling and visit Thingvellir -
Summer solstice half marathon -
Stay in RJK
Day 6 – June 26
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Free Morning to recuperate -
Early Afternoon Blue Lagoon -
Free Evening -
Stay in RJK
Day 7 – June 27
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Tree planting in Heiðmörk nature preserve -
Goodbye dinner -
Stay in RJK
Day 8 – June 28
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Depart Rejkyavik
ACCOMODATIONS
In Reykjavik we will spend several nights in the heart of the downtown with plenty of activities nearby to occupy your free time, not that you'll have too much.
We won't be in Reykjavik long, venturing out to Thorsmork National Park to spend the night glamping under the stars in a valley alongside glacial streams and with incredible views of the surrounding peaks. We will also spend a night at the Frost and Fire, a boutique Nordic style hotel alongside the Varma River.
We will also spend a night at the Frost and Fire, a boutique Nordic style hotel alongside the Varma River.
YOUR TRIP GUIDE
Kevin Irish
Born in Delaware and a current resident of DC, Kevin likes to run fast and travel slow. He holds a NOLS Wilderness First Aid certificate and his last three trips were to Patagonia, Yosemite, and Banff. His ideal vacation includes a hike, a food tour, and an opportunity to give back to the communities he visits. Oh, and ice cream.

Kevin Irish is one of the Open World Racing trip guides.
GEAR LIST
Required
Day Pack - 35 L
Duffel Bag - 35 L
Fleece Jacket
Hiking Pants
Recommended
Base Layer
Camp Towel
Rain Jacket
Wool Socks
Sunblock
Optional
Ear plugs
Shower sandals
Binoculars
DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS?
If you're interested in coming on a trip, but aren't quite sure and you'd like to speak to someone, we'll give you a call at your convenience.