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Iceland: it’s been traveled by many, but not like this.<\/strong><\/p>\n Private super Jeep expeditions across the dramatic Valley of Thor \u2013 no other vehicles in sight. A remote hike and exclusive Icelandic lunch on a vast, shimmering glacier. Silica mud masks and geothermal spa healing at the iconic Blue Lagoon and, of course, Northern Lights spotting every single night, often from the warmth of a hot tub beneath the stars.<\/p>\n From your expert local guide who happens to be an expert at seeking the Northern Lights to some of the best, most unique meals that the country has to offer; nothing on this five-day adventure is off-the-shelf.<\/p>\n Yes, it\u2019s definitely still Iceland, but this is Iceland done differently.<\/p>\n","highlights":{"Search for the Northern Lights each night":"Search for the Northern Lights each night","Escape the tourists with a super jeep tour through the valley of Thor ":"Escape the tourists with a super jeep tour through the valley of Thor ","Hike across the icy blues of S\u00f3lheimaj\u00f6kull Glacier and stop for a private picnic":"Hike across the icy blues of S\u00f3lheimaj\u00f6kull Glacier and stop for a private picnic","Experience the Gastronomic side of Iceland":"Experience the Gastronomic side of Iceland","Visit Iceland's spectacular waterfalls and walk behind a thundering cascade":"Visit Iceland's spectacular waterfalls and walk behind a thundering cascade","Relax in the healing waters of the world-famous Blue Lagoon":"Relax in the healing waters of the world-famous Blue Lagoon","Hotel L\u00e6kur":"Hotel L\u00e6kur","Exeter Hotel, Reykjav\u00edk":"Exeter Hotel, Reykjav\u00edk","Hotel Vos, \u00deykkvib\u00e6r":"Hotel Vos, \u00deykkvib\u00e6r"},"lang":"us","trip_type":[{"term_id":11837,"name":"For First-Timers","slug":"for-first-time-flashpackers-us","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":11837,"taxonomy":"style","description":"These are the adventures perfect for first-time Flashpackers. 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The key is to bring plenty of layers to stay warm.\nWhat you pack is personal to you and our list is certainly not exhaustive. If you have any questions about what to pack for your trip to Iceland, please get in touch with one of our friendly Trip Experts.\nBaggage\n\nLarge backpack or suitcase \u2013It\u2019s up to you whether you bring a backpack or a suitcase, but either way, a soft-sided bag is best for packing into transfer vehicles.\nDay bag \u2013 This needs to be around 20-25 litres to fit your daily essentials in, such as water and your camera.\n\nClothing\n\nLayers \u2013 Breathable thermal materials are best as a base layer for activities. 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