Set alongside a beautiful fjord, with a stunning mountainous backdrop, Akureyri is ideal for a peaceful Valentines break.

Known as the Capital of the North, Akureyri has a superb location on the north coast of Iceland and is only a 45-minute flight from Reykjavik and about an hours drive from the stunning Lake Myvatn. It is known for the best downhill skiing and has a higher than average sunshine record. The mixed architecture includes traditional Icelandic buildings dating back to the 19th century.

We offer the option of a 3 or 5-night city break with prices starting from £490 per person with departures every Thursday until April 2005. We also offer optional sightseeing trips and can even arrange car hire. For more information please contact our Iceland team on 01737 214 214 or visit www.arctic-experience.co.uk/tour3w

The Snaefellsnes Peninsula is one of the most magical and romantic places in Iceland and our Romantic Retreat is the perfect fly drive holiday to treat your loved ones to this summer.

Based at Hotel Budir, on the south shore of the peninsula, you can relax in an idyllic setting surrounded by fascinating scenery from sand dunes, moss-clad lava beds and a nearby sandy shoreline where you can watch for seals and seabirds. Excursions to enjoy include whale watching (seasonal), kayaking, horse riding and an island cruise.

This romantic fly drive weekend also includes time in Reykjavik with a visit to the Blue Lagoon before your flight home. Prices for our 4-night trip start from £763 per person and include return flights, 4-nights accommodation at Hotel Budir on B&B basis, transfers, taxes and vehicle hire. To make a booking or to find out more, please contact our reservations team on 01737 214214 or visit www.arctic-experience.co.uk/tour4 for full details of this holiday.