Iceland to Newcastle

The capital city of Iceland, Reykjavik is an interesting place to explore and an important cultural centre, well-known for its colourful houses, vibrant culture and mesmerising natural beauty. The city boasts of several museums, churches, recreation centres and other interesting attractions worth exploring. On a tour of Reykjavik, travellers can visit Hallgrimskirkja- the largest church in the country and one of the tallest structures here; go to Bessastadir to view the Presidential residence; behold sights of the glass dome of Perlan that rests on five hot water tanks or enjoy shopping in Laugavegur, one of the main shopping streets in the city. The Culture House deserves a visit on any trip to Reykjavik. Here, one can catch a glimpse of unique exhibits that present a clear insight of the rich cultural heritage of Iceland. ‘Reykjavík 871±2’ is an unusual archaeological exhibition related to the Viking era, worth visiting. Harpa Reykjavik is a renowned performance venue in the city that features a number of musical concerts. The presence of Tjornin- a beautiful pond, located in the heart of the city, adds to the beauty and appeal of the place. Nature-lovers can go to Heidmork, the largest nature reserve of the city. To explore this wonderful city in a very expedient manner, tourists can get their hands on one of the many exciting travel packages from MakeMyTrip.

Located on the north bank of River Tyne, New Castle is one of those cities in the world which is known for its rich cultural facts, deep rooted history, warm hospitality, vibrant lifestyle and madness for football. The history of this splendid metropolis dates back to Roman times. The city derived its name from the Norman Castle which was built by son of William. Moving in and around the city, you will find various facts about its past and present. The city is situated in the centre of the oldest kingdom of Northumbria, therefore you will come to know about its rich heritage. With its beauty, the city lures the attention of travellers across the world. People of New Castle are quite jolly natured and fun loving. They love to dance and listen to the music. The city also has an excellent theatre history. This makes theatres a common sight here. The largest and most famous theater is Royal Theater which opened in 1837, is located in Grey Street. New Castle is also regarded as the city of poetry. The city residents also celebrate many colourful festivals with great enthusiasm. Newcastle's Chinatown is one of the popular festivals of New Castle which is celebrated during the months of January to February. The city welcomes you everywhere, every time, whether you want to enjoy nightlife or have some delicious food. New Castle also has the presence of some of the best hotels for staying. All hotels, whether luxury hotels or mid-range hotels are equipped with all the modern amenities. If you want to book your hotels in New Castle well before your trip, then you can simply log onto MakeMyTrip.com. Here, you also get attractive discounts on your various types of booking like air tickets and tour packages. Being India's leading online travel portal, this dedicated portal allows you to book your entire tour related bookings within few clicks of your mouse. So, enjoy a comfortable tour with MakeMyTrip.