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LUXURIES INCLUDED IN ALL SUITES:
CONCIERGE SUITES AND HIGHER INCLUDE:
PENTHOUSE SUITES AND HIGHER INCLUDE:
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Private Balcony
European King Size Elite Slumber™ Bed
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
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European King Size Elite Slumber™ Bed
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Private Balcony
European King Size Elite Slumber™ Bed
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Private Balcony
European King Size Elite Slumber™ Bed
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Private Balcony
European King Size Elite Slumber™ Bed
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Private Balcony
European King Size Elite Slumber™ Bed
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Private Balcony
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Private Balcony
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Private Balcony
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Private Balcony
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
This category includes Accessibility Options in suites 822 and 823. For more information about accessible suites click here.
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
This category includes Accessibility Options in suites 822 and 823. For more information about accessible suites click here.
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
This category includes Accessibility Options in suite 916. For more information about accessible suites click here.
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
This category includes Accessibility Options in suite 916. For more information about accessible suites click here.
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
1 Spacious Bedroom with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
1 Spacious Bedroom with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
1 Spacious Bedroom with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
Welcome Letter from President and General Manager
Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
Vanity and Hair Dryer
1 Spacious Bedroom with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
Welcome Letter from President and General Manager
Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Experience the joy of sailing the world with an exquisitely designed space like this suite to call home throughout your voyage. Indulge in a sumptuous living room, two full baths, lavish bath products and a private balcony.
The suite pictured may differ from the suite booked, as layouts and designs vary by ship, deck, and suite location.
1 Spacious Bedroom with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Experience the joy of sailing the world with an exquisitely designed space like this suite to call home throughout your voyage. Indulge in a sumptuous living room, two full baths, lavish bath products and a private balcony.
The suite pictured may differ from the suite booked, as layouts and designs vary by ship, deck, and suite location.
1 Spacious Bedroom with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Experience the joy of sailing the world with an exquisitely designed space like this suite to call home throughout your voyage. Indulge in a sumptuous living room, two full baths, lavish bath products and a private balcony.
The suite pictured may differ from the suite booked, as layouts and designs vary by ship, deck, and suite location.
1 Spacious Bedroom with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Experience the joy of sailing the world with an exquisitely designed space like this suite to call home throughout your voyage. Indulge in a sumptuous living room, two full baths, lavish bath products and a private balcony.
The suite pictured may differ from the suite booked, as layouts and designs vary by ship, deck, and suite location.
1 Spacious Bedroom with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
2 Spacious Bedrooms with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
2 Spacious Bedrooms with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Laundry and Dry Cleaning
Private In-suite Spa with Sauna, Steam Room and Jetted Tub
3 Walk-in Closets, 2 Safes
Personal Car and Guide to Explore Ashore
Access to The Study, A Private Dining Room For Up To 12 Guests
Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
Preferred Selection of Luxurious Bed Linens and Pillow Menu
Daily Canapés
Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
Laundry and Dry Cleaning
Private In-suite Spa with Sauna, Steam Room and Jetted Tub
3 Walk-in Closets, 2 Safes
Personal Car and Guide to Explore Ashore
Access to The Study, A Private Dining Room For Up To 12 Guests
Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
Preferred Selection of Luxurious Bed Linens and Pillow Menu
Daily Canapés
Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
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Explore both cosmopolitan London and a deeply fascinating corner or Britain, the beautiful countryside of Kent. Admire a variety of popular attractions such as the Tower of London and its Crown Jewels, the Battle of Britain Monument, Dover Castle and the surrounding area that is referred to as “the Garden of England”.
Operational Note: Venues and sites in London are not able to be confirmed for groups until we are much closer to operation dates. For this reason, should a venue or site not be available during your voyage, guests will be advised prior to departing for the program. Guests should refer to their final cruise documents received 21 days before sailing for the most up to date itinerary for their voyage.
DAY 1
Fly into London Heathrow or London Gatwick Airport. Here you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Although every effort will be made to have your room available prior to the 3:00pm check in, this cannot be guaranteed.
Note: Once you have gone through Customs and Immigration you will collect your luggage at the carousel, walk through the “nothing to declare” channel and then exit into the arrivals hall where your driver will be waiting with a sign with the cruise line logo.
The remainder of the day and meals are on your own, after which you will overnight at the hotel.
DAY 2
London is a city that inspires and amazes! A capital that basks in its rich history where around every corner there is something new, yet something very familiar. We take you on a tour of this majestic city, fully guided by a London expert.
Start this day of discovery with a tour of the Crown Jewels within the historic Tower of London.
You'll be met by one of the guardians of this royal fortress upon arrival - a magnificently dressed Yeoman Warder, or 'Beefeater' who will show you symbols of over 800 years of monarchy. Marvel at the Imperial State Crown and gaze in wonder at the Cullinan diamond, the largest clear-cut diamond in the world. An amazing collection of intricate jewellery and precious metals which are still in use today for coronations and special events.
Note: Crown Jewels tour may not be exclusive to RSSC
There is plenty of time to explore the rest of this ancient fortress, see the site of executions at the scaffold, visit the Beauchamp Tower adorned with the graffiti of prisoners over 500 years ago. Climb the thousand-year-old White Tower and learn the gruesome history of the Bloody Tower.
This is followed by a 2-course lunch in a top London restaurant to enjoy a ‘Taste of Britain’ menu followed by a cruise on the Thames River. Sip Champagne as you pass by the iconic Tower Bridge, St Paul's Cathedral and the Palace of Westminster.
In the afternoon enjoy a guided panoramic tour of the city, starting from Parliament and Westminster Abbey, peer along Downing Street, home of the British Prime Minister, circle around Trafalgar Square, see vibrant Piccadilly Circus and the opulent Albert Memorial and view the city's famous museums such as the Victoria and Albert and the Science Museum. Head into Knightsbridge to drive by Harrods and then take a short walk for a photo stop outside Buckingham Palace before returning to your hotel at the end of this entertaining and rewarding day.
Please note: Parts of the itinerary may be reversed depending on local traffic conditions.
Upon returning to your hotel, the evening is at spent at your leisure, dinner is on your own.
DAY 3
Travel to a surprisingly unique and deeply fascinating corner of Britain, the beautiful county of Kent, with its lush green landscape, bountiful orchards, fruit markets and bustling vegetable farms it is known, quite rightly, as The Garden of England.
But Kent is not just a collection of charming villages and narrow country lanes, its proximity to the continent has made it both a rewarding and dangerous place to be. Whether it be Roman or Norman invaders, the arrival of Christianity through St Augustine, or French Huguenot refugees escaping persecution, the county of Kent has seen it all.
More recently, though, it was in the firing line from Luftwaffe during World War Two, specifically the Battle of Britain in 1940. The sky over the county echoed to the sound of dogfights between the Royal Air Force and the enemy.
Enjoy a drive into the heart of the region, through fields of market produce, tomatoes, onions, orchards of apples and the ever-present hop fields. Pause in the delightful village of Chilham. With its timber framed cottages huddled below the stately Manor House at the head of the old square. Visit the church and see the ancient Yew tree which took root way back in 690AD.
Pay a visit to the Battle of Britain memorial that overlooks the famous White Cliffs of the South Coast. From here, as we look out to the French coast, we make the short journey to Dover Castle, the largest castle in England. Visit the 2,000-year-old Roman lighthouse, Henry II's magnificent 12th century stone keep and explore the extensive range of tunnels dating from the Napoleonic Wars and World War Two.
The next stop is the award winning Gusbourne Vineyard. As a founding member of Sustainable Wines of Great Britain, Gusbourne carries an accreditation that reflects the most exacting environmental standards. The visit begins with a glass of sparkling wine on arrival followed by an exclusive vineyard tour. Learn the processes and methods to transform fruit into great wines, all while taking in the stunning views. The tour concludes with a 2- course, locally sourced lunch and tutored wine tasting.
Once the visit ends, begin the journey back to London where the remainder of the evening is at your leisure and dinner is on your own.
DAY 4
After breakfast and check out, begin your journey to the ship via one of the wonders of the world and the best-known prehistoric monument in Europe ‘Stonehenge’. Entry to the site is included but the tour is self-guided.
Please meet in the lobby 15-minutes prior to departure, having settled any incidentals, where you will be met by a representative who will accompany you on the drive. Once at the port you will embark the ship.
Land Program Details Step by Step
•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. Program times are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the up-to-date details will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive a final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review the letter and your final itinerary carefully for further amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Extra Nights
•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.
•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm.
•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.
DAY 1
Fly into either London Heathrow or London Gatwick Airport
Transfer to your hotel for a 3:00pm check in
The remainder of the day and all meals are at your leisure
Overnight at The May Fair Hotel or similar hotel
Meet and Greet and transfers
•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.
•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.
•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.
•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.
DAY 2
Full English breakfast.
7:00am Depart hotel by executive coach.
7:30am Arrive Tower of London for Crown Jewels tour followed by time to visit Tower
8:00am Crown Jewels tour begins followed by free time
10:30am Thames River Cruise with Champagne
12:00pm Lunch
2:00pm Panoramic coach tour with photo stops ending at the hotel at approximately 3:00pm
Remainder of the day at leisure, dinner on own
Overnight at The May Fair Hotel or similar hotel
DAY 3
Full English breakfast.
7:30am Depart hotel by executive coach.
9:30am Photo stop at Chilham
10:30am Arrive Dover Castle
12:00pm Depart Dover Castle
12:15pm Arrive Battle of Britain Memorial site
1:15pm Lunch at Gusbourne Vineyard followed by wine tasting guided tour
6:30pm Approx arrival back at the hotel
DAY 4
AM Full English breakfast
8:45am Depart hotel for Stonehenge
11:15am Arrive at Stonehenge
1:15pm Depart Stonehenge
2:30pm Approximate arrival at the ship for embarkation
Dietary Requests:
Any specific dietary requirements should be relayed to RSSC at the time of booking and noted for your land program. If you have not done so, please contact RSSC right away with these details. Late requests may not be able to be confirmed by the venues used.
Expected Weather:
Summers in London are generally mild and pleasant, but not without the occasional rain showers. Average high temperatures are around 70°F (21°C) to 73°F (23°C) degrees and average lows are around 59°F (15°C).
What to Bring:
Prepare for moderately mild weather at all times and be able to supplement basic dress with a warm sweater and/or a rainproof top. Pack sensible footwear, as most rural attractions and even some urban areas are best described as “rugged terrain,” and the ground is wet occasionally. Also bring hats, umbrellas, sunglasses, cameras, and chargers.
Local Currency:
Pound Sterling. USD are not accepted however all major credit cards are widely accepted.
Electricity:
230v / 50hz (plugs are 3 square pins). An adjacent switch typically controls outlets. We recommend brining a universal travel adaptor for electric devices.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
A valid passport is required. Please check with your local British Embassy for any up-to-date visa information for your nationality.
Accessibility:
NOTE: For guests who utilize a wheelchair or with accessibility needs, lifts are typically available and 90% of the sites are accessible to wheelchair users. Guests need to be able to walk up and down the steps of the tour coach with little to no assistance. Visitors with hearing or visual impairments are able to enjoy the sites using sign language audio guides and tactile displays. Any guests using a scooter or wheelchair should contact the cruise line and have their booking noted. Wheelchairs must fold and scooters need to come apart in order to fit in the coaches. Accessible rooms in the hotel need to be requested in advance and are subject to availability.
Hotel address:
The May Fair Hotel
Stratton St, London W1J 8LT, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 20 7629 7777
*We will only substitute hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are substituted, they will be of equal ratings and standards. If you are not notified of any changes then you will be staying at the hotel listed in the program.
Program Includes:
•3 nights at the May Fair Hotel (superior room) or similar hotel
•Transfers
•Transportation and the services of an English-speaking tour guide for two days of sight-seeing and all associated expenses
•Taste of Britain 2 course meal with a drink in a top London restaurant
•Entry to Tower of London with viewing of the Crown Jewels
•Thames River cruise with commentary with glass of champagne
•Two course meal and a drink followed by tutored Wine Tasting Tour at Gusbourne Vineyard
•Entry to Dover Castle and photo stop at Battle of Britain memorial site
•Visit to Stonehenge, entry and audio guide included
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes:
•Any meals or beverages not listed above
•Gratuities to drivers or tour guides
•Hotel incidentals, including mini bar and room service
•Personal expenses
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released. Arrangements for accommodation and transfers will be at the expense of guests.
Price: $3,099 per guest based on double occupancy.
Hotel and Land Program pricing is not combinable with FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package. If applicable, please contact Regent Seven Seas Cruises or your travel agent for multi-night pre-cruise hotel pricing information. Land program promotions are subject to terms.
Explore both cosmopolitan London and the quintessentially British countryside in the Cotswold’s, admiring a variety of popular attractions such as Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London and the elegant city of Bath including a visit to the ancient Roman Baths.
Operational Note: Venues and sites in London are not able to be confirmed for groups until we are much closer to operation dates. For this reason, should a venue or site not be available during your voyage, guests will be advised prior to departing for the program. Guests should refer to their final cruise documents received 21 days before sailing for the most up to date itinerary for their voyage.
DAY 1
Fly into London Heathrow or London Gatwick Airport. Here you will be met and transferred to The May Fair Hotel.
Although every effort will be made to have your room available prior to the 3:00pm check in, this cannot be guaranteed. If you have an early arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night to guarantee early availability of your room.
Note: Once you have gone through Customs and Immigration you will collect your luggage at the carousel, walk through the “nothing to declare” channel and then exit into the arrivals hall where your driver will be waiting with a sign with the cruise line logo. Should you not be able to locate your driver within a few minutes, as he may be assisting other guests, please contact the local agent via the emergency phone number listed below.
The remainder of the day and meals are on your own, after which you will overnight at the hotel.
DAY 2
London is a city that inspires and amazes! A capital that basks in its rich history where around every corner there is something new, yet something very familiar. We take you on a tour of this majestic city, fully guided by a London expert.
Your day begins in a Royal Palace after breakfast at your hotel and a short drive outside the city.
On the banks of the River Thames, Hampton Court Palace started life in 1515 as a magnificent brick stately home for Cardinal Thomas Wolsey. Seized by Henry VIII at Wolsey's downfall, the Palace was enlarged and became home for Henry and wife number two, Anne Boleyn.
Explore with a Hampton Court guide the Tudor bedrooms, oak panelled corridors, and extensive Royal kitchens. Visit the magnificent chapel and banqueting hall. See how the Palace received a makeover by Sir Christopher Wren during the late 17th century reign of William and Mary. Enjoy the works of art from the Royal Collection on display throughout the building and take time to stroll around the grounds, admiring the fountains and getting yourself lost in the famous Hampton Court maze!
Return to the city for a superb 2-course lunch in a top London restaurant to enjoy a ‘Taste of Britain’ menu followed by a cruise on the river Thames. Enjoy a glass of champagne as you pass by the iconic Tower Bridge, St Paul's Cathedral, and the Palace of Westminster.
In the afternoon enjoy a guided panoramic tour of the city, starting from Parliament and Westminster Abbey, peer along Downing Street, home of the British Prime Minister, circle around Trafalgar Square, see vibrant Piccadilly Circus and the opulent Albert Memorial and view the city's famous museums such as the Victoria and Albert and the Science Museum. Head into Knightsbridge to drive by Harrods and then take a short walk for a photo stop outside Buckingham Palace before returning to your hotel at the end of this entertaining and rewarding day.
Please note: Parts of the itinerary may be reversed depending on local traffic conditions.
Upon returning to your hotel, the evening is at spent at your leisure, dinner is on your own.
DAY 3
After breakfast at your hotel, begin the day with a journey to England's West Country, to the elegant city of Bath, famed for its therapeutic hot springs, a long and varied Roman history plus the beautiful terraces, crescents and circuses of the 18th Century that adorn the residential area of the city.
Bath's foundations go back to Celtic times when the springs were first discovered, and the healing properties realized. Enjoying the warm waters, the Roman invaders soon arrived in the first century and called this place Aquae Sulis turning it into one of the most important religious centers and military settlements in the northern part of the empire.
Through the Saxon era and the Mediaeval period up to the city's new foundation as a resort for Georgian aristocrats, making the three-day journey from the capital, the wealthy elite would take the waters to cure themselves of rheumatic diseases, stiffness of the joints and gout.
On arrival in Bath there will be a guided tour where you will walk along the original Roman pavement, before entering the Roman Baths to see the hot baths and remains of the temple of Sulis Minerva.
Next, take a drive though the delightful rolling hills and meandering streams of the Cotswolds, to honey-coloured stone villages down narrow country lanes. Time seems to have been given very little chance to march forward around these parts. Cottages of 17th century weavers’ homes stand next to chuckling streams, gentle rolling green hills and hidden valleys that stretch across these limestone uplands. With an expert guide on board your coach you will set about exploring this area and meander through this wonderful landscape.
Visit Burford where the old weavers’ houses cascade down to the valley of the river Windrush below and see Stow on the Wold with its ancient marketplace and hilltop views. Enjoy a hearty pub lunch in an old English hostelry during your journey around the Cotswold Hills as well as photo stops and guided walks in each of the villages you call into.
Please note: Parts of the itinerary may be reversed depending on local traffic conditions.
Back in London at your hotel, the remainder of the evening is at your leisure and dinner is on your own.
DAY 4
After breakfast and check out, begin your journey to the ship via one of the wonders of the world and the best-known prehistoric monument in Europe ‘Stonehenge’.
Entry to the site is included, with an audio guide. Kindly be in the lobby 15 minutes prior to departure, having settled any incidentals, where you will be met by a local representative.
Land Program Details Step by Step
•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. Program times are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the up-to-date details will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive a final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review the letter and your final itinerary carefully for further amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Extra Nights
•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.
•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm.
•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.
DAY 1
Fly into either London Heathrow Airport or London Gatwick Airport.
Transfer to your hotel for 3:00pm check in.
The remainder of the day and all meals are on your own
Overnight at The May Fair Hotel or similar hotel
Meet and Greet and transfers
•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.
•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.
•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.
•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.
DAY 2
AM Full English breakfast at your hotel
8:45am Depart hotel by executive coach
10:00am Arrive Hampton Court for entry and guided tour with expert guide
12:30pm Depart Hampton Court, short drive to lunch venue
1:15pm Lunch in London
3:20pm River cruise with Champagne
4:20pm Panoramic coach tour with photo stops
6:00pm Approximate return to your hotel, dinner on own
Overnight at The May Fair Hotel or similar hotel
DAY 3
AM Full English breakfast at your hotel
7:30am Depart hotel by executive coach
10:30am Arrive Bath. Guided walking tour ending with entry to Roman Baths
1:00pm Depart Bath
1:45pm Two course lunch in a Cotswold’s local village pub or restaurant
3:00pm Cotswold’s Village tour with photo stops
5:30pm Depart the Cotswold’s
7:00pm Approximate arrival back at the hotel, dinner on own
Overnight at The May Fair Hotel or similar hotel
DAY 4
AM Full English breakfast at your hotel followed by check out
8:45am Depart hotel for Stonehenge
11:15am Arrive Stonehenge, explore with audio-guide
1:15pm Depart Stonehenge
2:30pm Approximate arrival at the ship in Southampton for embarkation
Dietary Requests:
Any specific dietary requirements should be relayed to RSSC at the time of booking and noted for your land program. If you have not done so, please contact RSSC right away with these details. Late requests may not be able to be confirmed by the venues used.
Expected Weather:
Summers in London are generally mild and pleasant, but not without the occasional rain showers. Average high temperatures are around 70°F (21°C) to 73°F (23°C) degrees and average lows are around 59°F (15°C).
What to Bring:
Prepare for moderately mild weather at all times and be able to supplement basic dress with a warm sweater and/or a rainproof top. Pack sensible footwear, as most rural attractions and even some urban areas are best described as “rugged terrain,” and the ground is wet occasionally. Also bring hats, umbrellas, sunglasses, cameras, and chargers.
Local Currency:
Pound Sterling. USD are not accepted however all major credit cards are widely accepted.
Electricity:
230v / 50hz (plugs are 3 square pins). An adjacent switch typically controls outlets. We recommend brining a universal travel adaptor for electric devices.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
A valid passport is required. Please check with your local British Embassy for any up-to-date visa information for your nationality.
Accessibility:
NOTE: For guests who utilize a wheelchair or with accessibility needs, lifts are typically available and 90% of the sites are accessible to wheelchair users. Guests need to be able to walk up and down the steps of the tour coach with little to no assistance. Visitors with hearing or visual impairments are able to enjoy the sites using sign language audio guides and tactile displays. Any guests using a scooter or wheelchair should contact the cruise line and have their booking noted. Wheelchairs must fold and scooters need to come apart in order to fit in the coaches. Accessible rooms in the hotel need to be requested in advance and are subject to availability.
Hotel address:
The May Fair Hotel
Stratton St, London W1J 8LT, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 20 7629 7777
*We will only substitute hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are substituted, they will be of equal ratings and standards. If you are not notified of any changes then you will be staying at the hotel listed in the program.
Program Includes:
Three night’s accommodation at The May Fair Hotel or similar (superior room).
Airport transfer from London Heathrow Airport or London Gatwick Hotel on Day 1
Transportation and the services of an English-speaking tour guide for two days of sight-seeing and all associated expenses.
Taste of Britain 2 course meal with a drink in a top London restaurant
Entry to Hampton Court with guided tour by expert Hampton Court guide
River cruise with Champagne
Two course meal and a drink in a Cotswold’s village pub
Entry to Roman Baths and Bath guided walking tour
Day 4, transfer, and professional tour guide from the London hotel to cruise terminal
Entry to Stonehenge with audio guide
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes:
Meals or beverages not listed above
Gratuities to drivers or tour guides
Hotel incidentals, including mini bar and room service
Personal expenses
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released. Arrangements for accommodation and transfers will be at the expense of guests.
Price: $2,899 per guest based on double occupancy.
Hotel and Land Program pricing is not combinable with FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package. If applicable, please contact Regent Seven Seas Cruises or your travel agent for multi-night pre-cruise hotel pricing information. Land program promotions are subject to terms.
View the staggeringly beautiful natural wonders of Iceland – known as the Land of Fire and Ice for its volcanoes and glaciers – and come away with a deep respect for the country’s strict environmental policies.
Special Note: Due to limited access as various sites, this program is not recommended for guests with extreme walking difficulty or for those who require the use of a wheelchair.
DAY 1
Disembark the ship in Reykjavik, meet your guide and start out on a brief city tour en-route to your hotel.
Note: make sure to eat a hearty breakfast before your departure.
Begin with a drive to Perlan, a nature museum with a revolving observation deck that offers a stunning 360° view of Reykjavik.
Then, it’s off to the world’s only live lava show, a highly engaging experience that recreates a volcanic eruption by superheating real lava that slowly flows into a special area of the showroom. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity allows you to get so close to real molten lava that you can hear it sizzling and feel its intense heat.
Finally, transfer to your city-based hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure with lunch and dinner on your own. The team at the Regent Seven Seas Hospitality desk will be glad to recommend further sightseeing and dining options.
Note: Described as “Modern Scandi Bliss”, your hotel is located in the heart of the city. Although the rooms are comfortable, they are basic. Your room type includes complimentary access to the hotel’s spa.
DAY 2
After breakfast at the hotel meet your guide and depart for Þingvellir National Park, an attraction of great historical, geological and cultural significance. It is located in a rift valley where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates meet. The site is also where Iceland’s Parliament was founded in 930 AD. Thingvellir became Iceland’s first national park in 1930 and is home to Iceland’s largest natural lake, Thingvallavatn. Visit Öxarárfoss Waterfall.
Continuing, you will head for the Geysir geothermal area in Haukadalur Valley, home to the Geysir hot spring. Although Geysir doesn’t erupt often, it is surrounded by bubbling cauldrons of superheated mud, steaming pools and Strokkur, a geyser that erupts every 6-10 minutes. The geothermal activity at this popular destination is much like that happening all across and beneath Iceland that naturally powers countless hot tubs, swimming pools and greenhouses.
That same energy is used to bake bread underground at the aptly named Geothermal Bakery. After learning about the process, give it a try! You can slather on butter and top the bread with a piece of herring or trout. Note: The process of baking and extracting the bread from the ground is only done at certain times in the day. Seeing this process cannot be guaranteed.
You will next visit Gullfoss Waterfalls, whose name comes from the golden color of its water as it churns up silt and sediment. These magnificent waterfalls in the Hvitá River are fed by Langjökull, Iceland’s second largest glacier. The cascades are more than 100 feet high and fall in two tiers making for a magnificent sight. If not for the tenacity of a local environmental activist, Gullfoss would have been covered by the waters of a proposed hydroelectric dam.
After lunch at a local restaurant, visit Friðheimar Farm which offers a horse show called Meeting with the Icelandic Horse. The show gives you an insight into the story of this remarkable horse breed which was brought to Iceland by the first settlers from Scandinavia around 900 AD. The Icelandic horse is small, sturdy breed, famed for its five gaits: in addition to the walk, trot and gallop, Icelandic horses have the tölt (a smooth run) and skeið (flying pace).
Finally, you will see Kerið, a volcanic crater lake located in the Grímsnes area that is one of the most visually stunning geological wonders in the country. This vibrant blue gem, which is part of the Western Volcanic Zone that includes the Reykjanes peninsula and the Langjökull Glacier, is it one of the three most recognizable volcanic craters in Iceland because of its unique red rock.
Once you return to the hotel, the remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.
DAY 3
After breakfast at the hotel, you will depart for a full day of touring South Iceland. While traveling through a mountain pass and into fertile farmland, you will enjoy astonishing views of the countryside, especially along this section of the Ring Road, which is flanked by rugged mountains, glittering glaciers and towering volcanoes.
A comfort stop will be made at LAVA Center where you will see a short educational movie about volcanic activity that reveals the lava theme that is an integral part of Iceland especially now with the active eruption near Grindavik.
Depending on the weather conditions, you may see Eyjafjallajökull, the site of a volcanic eruption in 2010 that was so enormous that its ash cloud halted Europe’s air traffic for several days.
Behold the beauty of Seljalandsfoss waterfall as it tumbles off Eyjafjallajökull Glacier into a deep pool below. If you don’t mind getting wet, you can walk behind the cascade to see it from the other side.
Just before lunch an exterior visit is made at Vik Church, famous for its postcard views and after lunch you will stroll along the black volcanic sand beach at Reynisfjara. The basalt sea stacks rising out of the water there are absolutely spectacular.
From a distance, view Sólheimajökull Glacier, a glacier tongue of Mýrdalsjökull – the 4th largest glacier in Iceland and then visit Skógafoss Waterfall, one of the largest waterfalls in the country. Due to the amount of spray the waterfall consistently produces, a single or double rainbow is frequently seen on sunny days.
Upon returning to the hotel, the remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.
DAY 4
After breakfast at the hotel and check out, you are transferred to Keflavík International Airport for your flight. Transfers will be set up according to the flight details provided. Luggage storage is available at the hotel for guests with later flights. Check out time at the hotel is at 12:00pm.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program timings are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the
•Destination Services Team once you board the ship.
•Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments. The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.
Day 1
10:15am Disembark in Reykjavik cruise port and meet your guide
Eat a hearty breakfast before your departure
10:30am Drive to Perlan
10:45am Perlan Observation Deck and a short Reykjavik city tour
1:30pm Drive towards Lava Show
1:45pm Arrival to Lava Show, souvenirs and restrooms available
2:00pm Lava Show
3:05pm Depart for the hotel
3:25pm Estimated arrival time to hotel and hotel check-in
TBA Hospitality Desk at the hotel
Evening at leisure, lunch and dinner on own
Overnight at the Midgardur Hotel or similar
DAY 2
6:30-10:00am Breakfast at the hotel
7:30am Meet your guide in the hotel lobby
7:45am Drive to Thingvellir National Park
8:30am Visit Thingvellir National Park and Öxarárfoss Waterfall
9:45am Drive to the Geysir
10:35am Arrival at the Geysir for guided site talk and view the Geyser in action
11:30am Geothermal Bakery visit to learn about traditional Icelandic lava bread baking with tasting
12:05pm Drive from Geysir to Gullfoss Waterfall
12:20pm Walk to the observation platform and view Gullfoss Waterfall
1:20pm Drive to the Efstidalur Restaurant or similar venue for lunch
1:45pm Lunch at the Efstidalur restaurant or similar venue
3:15pm Drive to Friðheimar Farm
3:30pm Icelandic Horse show with an accompaniment of lively Icelandic music and stables visit
4:00pm Souvenir shop, restrooms available
4:30pm Departure to Kerið Crater
4:55pm Kerið Crater visit
5:25pm Return to Reykjavik
6:25pm Estimated arrival time to the hotel
Evening at leisure, dinner on your own
Overnight at the Midgardur Hotel or similar
DAY 3
6:30-10am Breakfast at the hotel
8:15am Meet your guide in the hotel lobby
8:30am Depart for the LAVA Center
10:00am Movie and comfort stop
10:35am Drive to Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
10:55am View Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
11:25am Leave Seljalandsfoss and drive to Vík Village
12:15pm Short stop at Vik church (exterior view only)
12:30pm Lunch at Berg Restaurant in Hotel Vik i Myrdal or similar venue
2:15pm Transfer to black volcanic sand beach of Reynisfjara
2:30pm Visit the Black sand beach
3:20pm Depart for Sólheimajökull Glacier
3:50pm Arrival at Sólheimajökull (explore glacier from afar)
4:20pm Drive to Skógafoss waterfall
4:35pm Walk to Skógafoss Waterfall and free time for pictures
5:20pm Return to Reykjavik
7:40pm Estimated arrival time to Reykjavik
Evening at leisure, dinner on your own
Overnight at the Midgardur Hotel or similar
DAY 4
6:30-10am Breakfast at the hotel
12:00pm Check out time from the hotel
TBA Transfer to Keflavík Airport based on flight details provided
Luggage storage is available at the hotel for guests with late flights
Extra Nights:
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.
•When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 12:00pm. Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.
Transfers:
•All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.
•Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.
•Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.
Dietary Requirements
If guests have any food intolerance, allergies or vegetarian requirements, please advise RSSC no later than 75 days before sailing to be added to your land program booking extension. Any requests made after this time, may not be able to be accommodated at the restaurants.
Expected Weather
The weather in Reykjavik averages around 54 F (12 C) in summer. Iceland's summer starts in late May or early June and lasts through August. The midnight sun appears, meaning the days are incredibly long. The longest days last close to 21 hours until the sun sets.
Access:
Due to limited access as various sites, this program is not recommended for guests with extreme walking difficulty or for those who require the use of a wheelchair. Should guests participate with a wheelchair, they must have someone to push the chair as guides are not able to take on this task.
Sites with limitations:
Geysir bread experience: The site is located on a small hill with no vehicle access. Guests must walk a few meters but there is no pathway and the gate is narrow so a wheelchair will not fit through.
Kerid crater: Not accessible
Seljalandsfoss: Accessible only until the observation bridge
Black sand beach: Gravel parking area
Solheimajokull: Not accessible and glacier cannot be seen from the parking area
Skogafoss: Gravel walking path
What to Bring
Warm clothing, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, camera and a waterproof jacket with hood. We would highly recommend layered clothing, waterproof and windproof jackets or raincoats. Umbrellas will not go as there might be strong winds.
Local Currency
Icelandic krona (ISK).
Euro/Mastercard and Visa credit and debit cards are widely used. In larger towns and airports, it is easy to withdraw cash through ATMs (cash machines). Many places (restaurants, bars, tourist attractions) will take US dollars, Canadian dollars and Euros. It is important to mention, that any money given back after payment in US, Canadian Dollars or Euros, will be in ISK.
Electricity
Type C, F sockets, Voltage: 230V. We recommend bringing a universal travel adaptor for electric devices.
Documents and Visa Requirements
A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel.
Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality into Iceland.
Iceland is in the Schengen visa zone. US citizens do not require a visa to enter Europe.
The above information is subject to change and serves as a guide only. It is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guest to ensure they meet the entry requirements for each destination.
If traveling internationally, the countries you are flying to and/or connecting through may have different document requirements and as such we encourage you to visit the government and airport websites of every country you will be traveling to throughout the journey to familiarize yourself with their requirements.
Hotel Address:
Midgardur Hotel
Laugavegur 120, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Phone: +354 595 8560
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards, and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotel listed in this program.
Program Includes for guests
•3-nights at the Midgardur or similar hotel – Standard Plus room with spa access
•Luggage handling at hotel at check-in and check-out
•Meet and greet and transfers
•English-speaking guide for the tours
•Touring and entrances as per the itinerary
•Geothermal Bakery with tasting
•Hospitality Desk on Day 1 – in hotel lobby (time TBA)
•2 lunches including water, a cup of coffee or tea, 1 glass of beer or wine
•1 bottle of water in the coach per person per day
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights independently of the cruise line are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes for guests:
•Visas if required
•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry, room service
•Meals other than what is listed above
•Porterage at the airport
•Gratuities to drivers and guides
•Breakfast on day 4 should your transfer depart before 6:30am
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel and natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change.
Land programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Price: $3,399 per guest based on double occupancy.
Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.
View the staggeringly beautiful natural wonders of Iceland – known as the Land of Fire and Ice for its volcanoes and glaciers – and come away with a deep respect for the country’s strict environmental policies.
Special Note: Due to limited access at some sites, this program is not recommended for guests with extreme walking difficulty or for those who require the use of a wheelchair.
DAY 1
Disembark the ship in Reykjavik, meet your guide and start out on a brief city tour en-route to your hotel.
Note: make sure to eat a hearty breakfast before your departure.
Begin with a drive to Perlan, a nature museum with a revolving observation deck that offers a stunning 360° view of Reykjavik.
Then, it’s off to the world’s only live lava show, a highly engaging experience that recreates a volcanic eruption by superheating real lava that slowly flows into a special area of the showroom. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity allows you to get so close to real molten lava that you can hear it sizzling and feel its intense heat.
Finally, transfer to your city-based hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure with lunch and dinner on your own. The team at the Regent Seven Seas Hospitality desk will be glad to recommend further sightseeing and dining options.
Note: Described as a “stylish hotel in the heart of Reykjavik”, your hotel is a landmark building which has the perfect address for exploring the city sights. Although the rooms are comfortable, they are basic.
DAY 2
After breakfast at the hotel meet your guide and depart for Þingvellir National Park, an attraction of great historical, geological and cultural significance. It is located in a rift valley where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates meet. The site is also where Iceland’s Parliament was founded in 930 AD. Thingvellir became Iceland’s first national park in 1930 and is home to Iceland’s largest natural lake, Thingvallavatn. Visit Öxarárfoss Waterfall.
Continuing, you will head for the Geysir geothermal area in Haukadalur Valley, home to the Geysir hot spring. Although Geysir doesn’t erupt often, it is surrounded by bubbling cauldrons of superheated mud, steaming pools and Strokkur, a geyser that erupts every 6-10 minutes. The geothermal activity at this popular destination is much like that happening all across and beneath Iceland that naturally powers countless hot tubs, swimming pools and greenhouses.
That same energy is used to bake bread underground at the aptly named Geothermal Bakery. After learning about the process, give it a try! You can slather on butter and top the bread with a piece of herring or trout. Note: The process of baking and extracting the bread from the ground is only done at certain times in the day. Seeing this process cannot be guaranteed.
You will next visit Gullfoss Waterfalls, whose name comes from the golden color of its water as it churns up silt and sediment. These magnificent waterfalls in the Hvitá River are fed by Langjökull, Iceland’s second largest glacier. The cascades are more than 100 feet high and fall in two tiers making for a magnificent sight. If not for the tenacity of a local environmental activist, Gullfoss would have been covered by the waters of a proposed hydroelectric dam.
After lunch at a local restaurant, visit Friðheimar Farm which offers a horse show called Meeting with the Icelandic Horse. The show gives you an insight into the story of this remarkable horse breed which was brought to Iceland by the first settlers from Scandinavia around 900 AD. The Icelandic horse is small, sturdy breed, famed for its five gaits: in addition to the walk, trot and gallop, Icelandic horses have the tölt (a smooth run) and skeið (flying pace).
Finally, you will see Kerið, a volcanic crater lake located in the Grímsnes area that is one of the most visually stunning geological wonders in the country. This vibrant blue gem, which is part of the Western Volcanic Zone that includes the Reykjanes peninsula and the Langjökull Glacier, is it one of the three most recognizable volcanic craters in Iceland because of its unique red rock.
Once you return to the hotel, the remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.
DAY 3
After breakfast at the hotel, you will depart for a full day of touring South Iceland. While traveling through a mountain pass and into fertile farmland, you will enjoy astonishing views of the countryside, especially along this section of the Ring Road, which is flanked by rugged mountains, glittering glaciers and towering volcanoes.
A comfort stop will be made at LAVA Center where you will see a short educational movie about volcanic activity that reveals the lava theme that is an integral part of Iceland especially now with the active eruption near Grindavik.
Depending on the weather conditions, you may see Eyjafjallajökull, the site of a volcanic eruption in 2010 that was so enormous that its ash cloud halted Europe’s air traffic for several days.
Behold the beauty of Seljalandsfoss waterfall as it tumbles off Eyjafjallajökull Glacier into a deep pool below. If you don’t mind getting wet, you can walk behind the cascade to see it from the other side.
Just before lunch an exterior visit is made at Vik Church, famous for its postcard views and after lunch you will stroll along the black volcanic sand beach at Reynisfjara. The basalt sea stacks rising out of the water there are absolutely spectacular.
From a distance, view Sólheimajökull Glacier, a glacier tongue of Mýrdalsjökull – the 4th largest glacier in Iceland and then visit Skógafoss Waterfall, one of the largest waterfalls in the country. Due to the amount of spray the waterfall consistently produces, a single or double rainbow is frequently seen on sunny days.
Upon returning to the hotel, the remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.
DAY 4
After breakfast at the hotel and check out, you are transferred to Keflavík International Airport for your flight. Transfers will be set up according to the flight details provided. Luggage storage is available at the hotel for guests with later flights. Check out time at the hotel is at 12:00pm.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program timings are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the
•Destination Services Team once you board the ship.
•Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments. The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.
Day 1
10:15am Disembark in Reykjavik cruise port and meet your guide
Eat a hearty breakfast before your departure
10:30am Drive to Perlan
10:45am Perlan Observation Deck and a short Reykjavik city tour
1:30pm Drive towards Lava Show
1:45pm Arrival to Lava Show, souvenirs and restrooms available
2:00pm Lava Show
3:05pm Depart for the hotel
3:25pm Estimated arrival time to hotel and hotel check-in
TBA Hospitality Desk at the hotel
Evening at leisure, lunch and dinner on own
Overnight at the Radisson Blu 1919 or similar hotel
DAY 2
6:30-10:00am Breakfast at the hotel
7:30am Meet your guide in the hotel lobby
7:45am Drive to Thingvellir National Park
8:30am Visit Thingvellir National Park and Öxarárfoss Waterfall
9:45am Drive to the Geysir
10:35am Arrival at the Geysir for guided site talk and view the Geyser in action
11:30am Geothermal Bakery visit to learn about traditional Icelandic lava bread baking with tasting
12:05pm Drive from Geysir to Gullfoss Waterfall
12:20pm Walk to the observation platform and view Gullfoss Waterfall
1:20pm Drive to the Efstidalur Restaurant or similar venue for lunch
1:45pm Lunch at the Efstidalur restaurant or similar venue
3:15pm Drive to Friðheimar Farm
3:30pm Icelandic Horse show with an accompaniment of lively Icelandic music and stables visit
4:00pm Souvenir shop, restrooms available
4:30pm Departure to Kerið Crater
4:55pm Kerið Crater visit
5:25pm Return to Reykjavik
6:25pm Estimated arrival time to the hotel
Evening at leisure, dinner on your own
Overnight at the Radisson Blu 1919 or similar hotel
DAY 3
6:30-10am Breakfast at the hotel
8:15am Meet your guide in the hotel lobby
8:30am Depart for the LAVA Center
10:00am Movie and comfort stop
10:35am Drive to Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
10:55am View Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
11:25am Leave Seljalandsfoss and drive to Vík Village
12:15pm Short stop at Vik church (exterior view only)
12:30pm Lunch at Berg Restaurant in Hotel Vik i Myrdal or similar venue
2:15pm Transfer to black volcanic sand beach of Reynisfjara
2:30pm Visit the Black sand beach
3:20pm Depart for Sólheimajökull Glacier
3:50pm Arrival at Sólheimajökull (explore glacier from afar)
4:20pm Drive to Skógafoss waterfall
4:35pm Walk to Skógafoss Waterfall and free time for pictures
5:20pm Return to Reykjavik
7:40pm Estimated arrival time to Reykjavik
Evening at leisure, dinner on your own
Overnight at the Radisson Blu 1919 or similar hotel
DAY 4
6:30-10am Breakfast at the hotel
12:00pm Check out time from the hotel
TBA Transfer to Keflavík Airport based on flight details provided
Luggage storage is available at the hotel for guests with late flights
Extra Nights:
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.
•When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 12:00pm. Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.
Transfers:
•All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.
•Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.
•Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.
Dietary Requirements
If guests have any food intolerance, allergies or vegetarian requirements, please advise RSSC no later than 75 days before sailing to be added to your land program booking extension. Any requests made after this time, may not be able to be accommodated at the restaurants.
Expected Weather
The weather in Reykjavik averages around 54 F (12 C) in summer. Iceland's summer starts in late May or early June and lasts through August. The midnight sun appears, meaning the days are incredibly long. The longest days last close to 21 hours until the sun sets.
Access:
Due to limited access as various sites, this program is not recommended for guests with extreme walking difficulty or for those who require the use of a wheelchair. Should guests participate with a wheelchair, they must have someone to push the chair as guides are not able to take on this task.
Sites with limitations:
Geysir bread experience: The site is located on a small hill with no vehicle access. Guests must walk a few meters but there is no pathway and the gate is narrow so a wheelchair will not fit through.
Kerid crater: Not accessible
Seljalandsfoss: Accessible only until the observation bridge
Black sand beach: Gravel parking area
Solheimajokull: Not accessible and glacier cannot be seen from the parking area
Skogafoss: Gravel walking path
What to Bring
Warm clothing, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, camera and a waterproof jacket with hood. We would highly recommend layered clothing, waterproof and windproof jackets or raincoats. Umbrellas will not go as there might be strong winds.
Local Currency
Icelandic krona (ISK).
Euro/Mastercard and Visa credit and debit cards are widely used. In larger towns and airports, it is easy to withdraw cash through ATMs (cash machines). Many places (restaurants, bars, tourist attractions) will take US dollars, Canadian dollars and Euros. It is important to mention, that any money given back after payment in US, Canadian Dollars or Euros, will be in ISK.
Electricity
Type C, F sockets, Voltage: 230V. We recommend bringing a universal travel adaptor for electric devices.
Documents and Visa Requirements
A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel.
Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality into Iceland.
Iceland is in the Schengen visa zone. US citizens do not require a visa to enter Europe.
The above information is subject to change and serves as a guide only. It is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guest to ensure they meet the entry requirements for each destination.
If traveling internationally, the countries you are flying to and/or connecting through may have different document requirements and as such we encourage you to visit the government and airport websites of every country you will be traveling to throughout the journey to familiarize yourself with their requirements.
Hotel Address:
Radisson Blu 1919
Pósthússtræti 2, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Phone: +354 599 1000
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards, and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotel listed in this program.
Program Includes for guests
•3-nights at the Radisson Blu 1919 or similar hotel – Standard Room
•Luggage handling at hotel at check-in and check-out
•Meet and greet and transfers
•English-speaking guide for the tours
•Touring and entrances as per the itinerary
•Geothermal Bakery with tasting
•Hospitality Desk on Day 1 – in hotel lobby (time TBA)
•2 lunches including water, a cup of coffee or tea, 1 glass of beer or wine
•1 bottle of water in the coach per person per day
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights independently of the cruise line are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes for guests:
•Visas if required
•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry, room service
•Meals other than what is listed above
•Porterage at the airport
•Gratuities to drivers and guides
•Breakfast on day 4 should your transfer depart before 6:30am
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel and natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change.
Land programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Price: $3,399 per guest based on double occupancy.
Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.
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