I know where I’m a gonna Go when the volcano Blows

 I know where I’m a gonna Go when the volcano Blows. 

As I write this entry we are in the final stages of preparation for a return to Iceland. I know what some are saying, “weren’t you just there”.

Yes we were and we are headed back. Probably about 18 months ago we learned of a nice rate for a Viking Ocean Cruise circumnavigating Iceland. $25 held the reservation, sounded like a good idea and now here we are. 

We have sailed three times with Viking on River Cruises and have been wanting to experience their Ocean cruises. My current favorite cruise line is Hurtigruten and this trip will be a great opportunity to compare the two. I will do a separate blog entry after this trip comparing the two experiences. Might be Apples to Oranges.

On this trip we will be flying Iceland Air to Reykjavik on Tuesday August 6, 2024. Spending a few nights in Reykjavik before boarding the Viking Mars to circumnavigate Iceland in a clockwise fashion. 


Viking Mars Itinerary per Viking: ( Their Words)

 Sat. Aug. 10 Reykjavík, Iceland Stroll Europe’s northernmost capital, admire views from “The Pearl” or visit the Blue Lagoon.

Sunday Aug. 11 Reykjavík, Iceland Discover Reykjavík’s natural sites, from waterfalls to warm springs, and learn about the Sagas.

Monday Aug 12 ĺsafjördur, Iceland Explore the history and beauty of the Westfjords, visit small villages and see wildlife.

Tuesday Aug. 13 Akureyri, Iceland Admire the architecture in Iceland’s second-largest city, nicknamed “Capital of the North.”

Wednesday Aug 14 Seydisfjördur, Iceland Stroll the city’s quaint streets or explore the surrounding majestic fjord landscape.

Thursday Aug. 15 Djúpivogur, Iceland Immerse yourself in Iceland’s nature during countryside hikes and black-sand beach strolls.

Friday Aug. 16 Heimaey, Iceland Explore Heimaey and its scenery, the largest island in the Vestmannaeyjar archipelago.

Saturday Aug. 17 Reykjavík, Iceland Discover Reykjavík’s natural sites, from waterfalls to warm springs, and learn about the Sagas.  



Seydisfjord and Djupivogur and the only two new ports for us. 

After the cruise we will spend a few days in Reykjavik before we fly home. 

Plans before and after will unfold as the days progress. We have a photo project we want to complete, some new INK for me, a pre-cruise event at The Harpa, some swimming and of course a daily hot dog. 



I am keeping our plans very open because of the geologic activity near Grindavík. This will be a wait and see, thus not wanting to lock in any plans.  

As we say in Iceland Þetta reddast. 

Stay tuned in to see what things we find to explore as this journey unfolds.