4 independent reviews for Iceland circumnavigation cruise
Reviews for Iceland circumnavigation cruise
Jennifer Anderson review 1 Jun 2024
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Interaction with scientists on board and with local guides on included land excursions.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Bring layers for warmth as the temperature did not get about 10°C and often the wind was very strong.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Hiring of local guides and small buses, included coffee breaks and lunch all benefitted the local economy. The efforts of Hurtigruten to conserve energy (hybrid vessel), "green cabin" option, etc. all contribute to reduced environmental impacts. The presence of scientists on board encouraged passengers to consider many aspects of conservation.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Really quite marvellous.Read the operator's response here:
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that the interactions with scientists on board and local guides
during the excursions were a highlight of your trip. We're also delighted that you felt your holiday positively impacted the local community and supported
environmental conservation through eco-friendly practices and initiatives. Knowing that you found your holiday "really quite marvellous" is incredibly
rewarding. We look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure soon!
Shirley Lovegrove review 24 May 2024
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Seeing all the Puffins and other birds2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Research excursions first to make sure you get the most from this holiday3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Good, felt I missed out on some excursions as you needed to be much fitter than I am.Susan Pailing review 7 Aug 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
It is difficult to say as everything was wonderful. We managed to see whales, which was one of the reasons for the trip. The scenery is beautiful and we learned a lot about the culture and history of Iceland.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Not to be afraid of booking excursions as they are very well run and you get lots of help.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
I do think that holiday benefited the local community as buying things in the local shops benefits Iceland's economy. There was so much I learned about Iceland that was positive and this will be passed on to friends and encourage them to visit. Following the advice of 'dont leave anything, don't take anything from Iceland' helps with supporting conservation and the environment.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
I thought the whole holiday was fabulous. The ship was just the right size. It was clean and well maintained inside and out. The cabin was comfortable and the facilities provided appreciated. We went on many of the excursions which were well run and the excursion leaders were knowledgeable about local history. The whole crew on the ship were attentive, polite and always smiling and nothing was too much for them. The food was superb and the crew showed there impressive talents on the crew show night. Nothing but good things to say and hope to travel to Iceland again.Eileen Johnson review 7 Jun 2022
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Zodiak trips which get close to seabird colonies and the rib boat whale watching trip.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
We were advised to print and bring all travel docs including a lengthy full colour guide with details of ship facilities. I didn't take this seriously expecting such information to be available on board - I was wrong!3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, to some extent. The cruise operator is a local company employing some Icelanders as tour guides and admin, the crew and hospitality were almost entirely international many of whom will be sending remittances to developing countries. The ship will have used a lot of fuel, my enquiry about refuse disposal was not answered, but as we were in port each day I imagine it went into Iceland's usual system. No specific reference was made to conservation.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
A wonderful trip overall. There were a few annoying glitches, probably because it was the first of the season, which staff and crew did their best to overcome.Holiday Reviews
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