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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, couples or family groups*. 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 everyone's needs! 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 who share your special interests or hobbies.
Experience Iceland’s breathtaking natural landscapes.
Meet your Icelandic relatives.
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Make lifelong friends.
Bond with fellow travelers who love Iceland as much as you do!

2025 trip:  The program will begin late in the day on Sunday, August 17, so be sure to depart North America no later than Saturday, August 16.  The program ends with a celebration dinner on Sunday, August 31, with departure back to North America on Monday, September 1.

​2025 Rates:
Double (shared) room: $6400 USD per person
Single rate supplement for a private room: +$950 USD
Scroll down to blue section for more information on rates and payments!

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SPOTS STILL OPEN!
We're still accepting registrations for summer 2025!
​First come, first served - click the button below to register today!
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​​*Please note that teens and young adults age 16 and above are welcome to participate if traveling as part of a family group with one or more adults over the age of 30.
​Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate kids under the age of 16.

What is included?

  • Accommodation: All accommodation during program dates is covered. The two weeks will be more or less evenly split between Reykjavík and a tour around the country (route and destinations vary by year - the 2025 tour will focus on East and North Iceland).
  • Approximately half of all meals are covered.
  • Cultural and educational program in Reykjavík, including all presentation documents.
  • Welcome reception and gala dinner.
  • Genealogy Program: your family tree tracing your roots back to the Icelandic settlement and contact with relatives (assistance in finding the farmstead(s) of your ancestors and/or a short visit if possible).
  • Visit to the Alþingi (parliament) and Bessastaðir, home of the Icelandic President (subject to availability).
  • Optional Golden Circle day trip from Reykjavík (modest additional fee may apply)
  • Visit to select museums in and/or outside of Reykjavík, always including a stop at the Icelandic Emigration Center in Hofsós.
  • Information Package upon arrival.
  • Adventure Tour domestic travel expenses (examples: bus, flights, ferry).​
  • Visits to companies/organizations/institutions related to each participant’s line of work or related to your passions and hobbies. 
  • Personal service throughout your stay (24/7 if needed).

*Travel and medical insurance are not included in the program cost, but are highly recommended for all participants. Click here to learn more.
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Keep reading below for more details about each segment of the program. 
​​Click here to see the outline of the 2025 itinerary.
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Culture and Education

During 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 Alþingi (the Icelandic Parliament), museums and do shorter tours. If their schedule permits, you will meet the President of Iceland.
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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 (Menningarnótt).

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Genealogy

When 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.
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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 Íslendingabók and Icelandic Roots (Read about the Book of Icelanders here). 
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Have more questions? Find answers to many FAQs here.

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."
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- LIN FLOYD, ST. GEORGE, UTAH

What is the cost?

*2025 Program Rates*
(flights are not included)


Double room with private bath: $6400 USD per person
Single rate supplement room with private bath: +$950 USD per person

*Please note that most but not necessarily all accommodation outside of Reykjavík will have a private bathroom. If there are more than two people in your group traveling together who prefer to share a larger room or apartment, we will do our best to meet your requests but your group may have to split up into multiple single/double rooms, especially in the countryside where accommodation can be limited.
Flights 

Participants must book their own flights to Iceland and make any additional travel arrangements necessary within North America to get to and from their international departure airport. Before booking, please ensure that your program registration has been confirmed AND that your selected flights will arrive in Iceland on or before the program start date. Contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions. 
We require a non-refundable deposit on or before March 7 in order to hold room bookings and other admission tickets.  Final payment is due on or before May 1.  Payment in full may be made at any time.
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*Please note we require a minimum of 10 people to participate*

Insurance: Medical and cancellation insurance is recommended. Click here for more information.
For full information on payment deadlines and to read our Refund and Cancellation Policy, click here.
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The Snorri Programs

​Óðinsgata 7, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland 
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