The Snorri Plus program is a two-week version of the original Snorri Program, and is designed for North Americans over the age of 30 (individuals or couples) and families. Whether this is your first time to Iceland or you’ve been before, whether you have Icelandic blood or just a passion for Iceland, we meet the needs of everyone!
Travel with Snorri Plus and be more than just a tourist:
Meet Icelandic colleagues who work in the same field as you.
Connect with Icelanders that share your special interests or hobbies.
Experience Iceland’s breathtaking natural landscapes.
Meet your Icelandic relatives.
Bond with fellow travellers who love Iceland as much as you do!
Make lifelong friends.
Deadline to apply: January 2021
*Applications will be accepted in the order they are received
Travel with Snorri Plus and be more than just a tourist:
Meet Icelandic colleagues who work in the same field as you.
Connect with Icelanders that share your special interests or hobbies.
Experience Iceland’s breathtaking natural landscapes.
Meet your Icelandic relatives.
Bond with fellow travellers who love Iceland as much as you do!
Make lifelong friends.
Deadline to apply: January 2021
*Applications will be accepted in the order they are received
What is the cost?
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2020 Program Rates (flights are separate)
**We have lowered all rates by 15% from 2019! ***We require a minimum of 10 people to participate. Single rooms with private bath $7,660 CAD / $6,100 USD Single rooms without a private bath $7,370 CAD / $5,830 USD Double rooms with a private bath $6, 545 CAD / $5,190 USD Double rooms without a private bath $6,340 CAD / $5,000 USD *Please note that most but NOT all accommodation outside of Reykjavík will have a private bathroom. Apartments and deluxe rooms are only available in Reykjavík and when 3 people are sharing they will stay in single, double, and triple rooms outside of the city (depending on the place) and 4 people sharing will be staying in two double rooms. We require a non-refundable deposit of $2,100 CAD/USD per person in March of 2020 in order to hold room bookings and other admission tickets. Final payment is due at the end of April or at the beginning of May, but can be paid in full at any time. Insurance: Medical and cancellation insurance is recommended. |
2020 Flight Rates
Net Fare (per person) with Icelandair Toronto: $600 CAD Minneapolis: $570 USD Denver: $570 USD Edmonton: $600 CAD Vancouver: $760 CAD Seattle: $600 USD Seats have been pre-booked for the above destinations. Once you’ve been accepted into the program we will ask for your payment information to assign you a ticket. If you need a quote for Halifax, New York, Boston, or Washington DC, please let us know. Alternatively, you can book your own ticket online at www.icelandair.ca or www.icelandair.com. Please ensure you have been accepted into the program and that you have selected the correct dates and times before booking. Contact the Project Manager if you have any questions. Departure date from North America is August 10 and arrival in Iceland August 11 for most destinations. Departure from Iceland to North America is August 26, arrivals in the evening of the same day. |
What is included?
Keep reading below for more details about each segment of the program. Click here to see an outline of the 2020 itinerary. |
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2019 Snorri Plus Group at the Saga Museum
2019 Snorri Plus Group a the Reykjavík Marathon
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Cultural and EducationDuring the first few days in Reykjavík you will participate in a cultural and educational program. You will attend various presentations on topics such as: genealogy, history, economy, language, literature, geology, feminism, and genetics. The intent is to broaden your perspective of Icelanders and provide you with a more in depth understanding of Icelandic culture, society, and heritage.
You will also visit the Alþing (the Icelandic Parliament), museums and do shorter tours. If their schedule permits, you will meet the President of Iceland. Other highlights include: A reception for you and your relatives, hosted by The Snorri Foundation; participation in the Reykjavík Marathon (3km walk/run); and take part in the famous Culture Night. |
GenealogyWhen completing your application form you are asked to include your family tree as precisely as possible. The Program Manager will contact relatives for you before arrival in Iceland. If you are planning to travel extra before or after the program dates, it is also possible to put you in contact with relatives in areas you are travelling to if desired.
You will receive an information package showing you how you are related to historical persons, famous Icelanders, your fellow Snorris and more. During the cultural and educational part of the program you will also attend a presentation on genealogy. Genealogical information is provided by Icelandic Roots and Íslendingabók (Read about the Book of the Icelanders here). |
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What Participants Have Said...
"As a participant in Snorri Plus I can say it fulfilled a life-long dream of mine as a genealogist for over 50 years to walk on the land where some of my ancestors lived. A special part of the program was getting in touch with Icelandic cousins who shared the same heritage I do. It was like a giant family reunion in Reykjavik and in the Westman Islands. I learned so much of the history and culture of my ancestors plus touring and walking in the diverse landscape helped me to appreciate the land of fire and ice. Meeting and visiting with the President of Iceland was a special treat. I would recommend anyone interested in Iceland to check out Snorri Plus - it's well worth the time and money. Traveling alone from the United States to Iceland as a 71 year old, I became part of another family at Snorri Plus as our small group of participants bonded after spending two weeks together in classes, touring and partying.
It was so fun, now I have over 2000 photos of this beautiful land to share with my family here. Thanks for a memorable experience."
