Iceland: Glaciers, Geysers, and Waterfalls
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Venture inside Langjökull glacier
Enter the icy depths of Langjökull on the “Into the Glacier” tour, following tunnels carved deep within Iceland’s second-largest glacier. See layers and formations within the ice while experiencing one of the forces continually shaping Iceland’s living landscape.
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Descend into Iceland’s largest lava cave
Explore Víðgelmir, Iceland’s largest lava cave, along pathways leading beneath an ancient lava field. Discover colourful rock formations, lava stalactites, and other geological features created as molten rock cooled and hardened beneath the surface.
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Feel the power of Gullfoss
Stand above Gullfoss as glacial water surges through the Hvítá River and plunges into a rugged canyon below. Follow viewpoints along this celebrated waterfall for a vivid demonstration of the power of water to shape Iceland’s volcanic terrain.
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Witness Iceland’s geothermal energy in action
Visit the Geysir Geothermal Area, where steaming ground and bubbling pools reveal the heat beneath Iceland’s surface. Watch Strokkur erupt at frequent intervals, sending a column of hot water skyward from one of the country’s most active geothermal areas.
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Walk through Iceland’s tectonic and human history
Explore Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site set within the rift between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. Walk through this remarkable geological landscape while discovering the historic gathering place of the Alþingi, established more than a thousand years ago.