Escorted Tours
Welcome to the Land of Fire and Ice! Upon arrival, transfer on your own to the hotel for check-in. We would be happy to arrange shared or private transfers for you (pre-book in advance). Optional transfer that stops at the Blue Lagoon or the Sky Lagoon for some geothermal relaxation before you head to your hotel (not included). If you arrive earlier in the day, you might consider adding a day tour. It’s also nice to take a stroll in the old City Centre, perhaps visiting one of the Museums or relaxing with a cup of coffee in a cosy café. Early this evening there will be an informational meeting at the hotel with your guide. You will learn more about the tour and meet other tour participants. Dinner this evening is at your leisure. Reykjavík offers a multitude of restaurants and/or coffee houses, making dinner a great way to get better acquainted with Iceland's Capital.
After breakfast, meet your guide and start your Iceland adventure! After a quick introductory of our home City of Reykjavík, head to Þingvellir National Park. This UNESCO Heritage Site is where the world's oldest continuing Parliamentary Government was founded in the 10th Century. It is also the place where the North American and European tectonic plates meet. You will have the unusual experience of walking between two continents! Next on your journey is Gullfoss, the 'Golden Waterfall', where various walking paths give you photo-worthy views of the beautiful double ledged cascade. You will also get to visit the nearby Geysir Hot Spring area to see the famous Geysir and Strokkur, as well as numerous other hot springs and boiling mud pools. During the day you will get a glimpse into Icelandic local life. Visit an Icelandic family farm where Tomatoes are grown using organic geothermal energy. Tour the greenhouse and sample some of the farm's sweet Icelandic Tomatoes. The day ends in Hveragerði. Dinner and overnight in the Golden Circle area. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
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After breakfast at the hotel, explore the enchanting Þjórsárdalur Valley and its everchanging landscapes of birch woods, sandy lava fields, rivers and waterfalls. If the skies are clear, you will also see the impressive and beautiful Mt. Hekla Volcano towering over the region. Visit Stöng, where you can view a replica of a Viking age longhouse that was buried by a volcanic eruption of Hekla. The area was a filming location for Game of Thrones Season 4. Drive along the scenic farmlands of Iceland's South Shore. Stop to admire the scenic waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. Each waterfall has its own charm. Continue to Dyrhólaey and the thundering waves of the Reynisfjara black sand beach. End the day in Vík, Iceland's Southernmost Town. Dinner and overnight in the Vík area. Please Note: Dyrhólaey is closed for the bird nesting season between mid-May and the 25th of June. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at your hotel. Today you will be in a world of glaciers! You will be visiting the Southern area of Vatnajökull National Park, named after Europe's largest glacier. The total park area covers almost 14% of Iceland, making it the largest National Park in Western Europe. Drive through vast sand plains created by glacial outwashes as you head East. Visit the National Park's famous Skaftafell area, a site of outstanding natural beauty. Enjoy the views of rich green landscapes and black sands dominated by several magnificent glaciers. You will also get to see Svínafellsjökull, one of the most beautiful glacial 'tongues' that are slowly creeping down from Vatnajökull. Visit Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon where you will enjoy the breathtaking sight of icebergs floating in the fantastic 180m deep glacial lagoon. You also have the option of enjoying a boat tour amid the icebergs (must be booked in advance). Nearby is the dramatic beauty of the Diamond Beach, named for the shrinking icebergs that settle on the black sands before drifting out to sea. Your overnight is in Höfn, a fishing port in the shadow of Vatnajökull Glacier. Dinner is on your own. Höfn has a nice selection of restaurants and cafés. The local specialty is Langoustines (Norway Lobsters). Meals: Breakfast
Breakfast at your hotel. Drive from Höfn through Almannaskarð Pass, stopping to admire the majestic coastline. Continue to the towering mountains plunging vertically into the sea that form the magnificent Eastfjords. We are sure you will love the amazing views, so keep your camera ready. You will also pass villages, each with its own special history and charm. One of these is the tiny Village of Breiðdalsvík. Your group will visit the Beljandi Microbrewery and sample some of the wonderful Beer. The local community came together in 2017 to transform a rustic warehouse into a charmingly quirky Brewery. You will meet one of the townsfolk and get a feel for life in a small Icelandic Town, as well as see how great Beer is made. The road finally brings you to Egilsstaðir, located near Iceland's largest forest and a lake said to be home to a legendary (friendly) monster. Dinner and overnight stay in the Egilsstaðir area. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at your hotel. Explore the empty vastness of the highland desert plateau Möðrudalsöræfi, desolate and yet hauntingly beautiful, as you head towards the Lake Mývatn area. Visit fantastical Stuðlagil, an impressive canyon made of Basalt columns that seem to resemble organ pipes. A viewing platform near the canyon lets you enjoy the canyon's unique features. Stuðlagil is one of Iceland's largest Basalt formations. You can see how Basalt columns like these influenced the design of Reykjavík's Hallgrímskirkja Church. Stop at Dettifoss, Europe's largest and most powerful waterfall. Continue onwards to the Námaskarð Pass with its boiling mud pools and vibrant colours. We often feel like we are visiting another planet when we come here, and you may feel the same way. It is such a surreal experience! Walk along the pseudo craters at Skútustaðir and peek into Grjótagjá, a cave with underground hot springs. Explore the peculiar lava formations at Dimmuborgir. They look as if they were built by fantasy creatures. Legend has it that Elves live here, so be respectful during your visit. You will definitely see why the surreal Mývatn area has become so popular as a movie location. Dinner and overnight stay in the Mývatn area. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, start your day's adventure by visiting sites in the Mývatn area. Next, head to magnificent Goðafoss Waterfall, one of North Iceland's most important symbols, where you will also learn about how the waterfall got its interesting name. Afterwards, head to Akureyri, the colourful Northern 'Capital' of Iceland. The town has charming buildings and a beautiful view of the Eyjafjörður Fjord. Though small in size, Akureyri has a lively cultural scene. The rest of the day is open for you to explore Akureyri. If you are interested in culture, check out the trendy Listagil area, the 'Art Canyon'. You can stroll the street here, browsing art galleries and stopping in at one of the friendly cafés or pubs for delicious, locally sourced food. Several Museums are worth a visit. The botanical garden is open year round, many visitors find it interesting that a garden so close to the Arctic Circle has such a large variety of plants. Akureyri also has a nice variety of restaurants, so you will certainly enjoy the chance to dine out tonight. Overnight in Akureyri. Dinner is on your own. Meals: Breakfast
Breakfast at your hotel. Drive through scenic valleys framed by dramatic mountains as you head into the historical Skagafjörður region. Icelanders consider the Skagafjörður area to be one of the country's finest places for Horse breeding. Enjoy an introduction to the unique Icelandic Horse breed with its special fifth gait, the tolt. This Horse breed has remained unchanged since Viking times. Cross the Holtavörðheiði Plateau, taking you into West Iceland. Drive through Borgarfjörður, a region that has been getting international recognition for its lovely volcanic and wooded scenery and for its Viking history. Listen to the powerful rushing waters of Deildartunguhver, Europe's mightiest hot spring area. Stop to admire the beautiful Hraunfossar Waterfalls, where brightly blue water rushes through black lava formations. Nearby is Barnafoss, a waterfall with even more brilliantly blue colours. There is an interesting and poignant legend associated with this waterfall. Dinner and overnight stay in the Borgarfjörður area. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, explore the amazing variety of natural landscapes in Snæfellsjökull National Park. The park's crown jewel is Snæfellsjökull Glacier itself, which covers a dormant volcano that last erupted in 250 A.D. In addition, you will also see Kirkjufell, one of the most photographed mountains in Iceland. Walk along the uniquely pebbled seascape of Djúpalónssandur Beach. At the picturesque harbour Village of Arnarstapi, you can observe magnificent Basalt rocks in stacked formations. One Icelandic Saga mentions that Snæfellsnes and its people are protected by a benevolent half Troll who lives high on the glacier. You might even find a sense of magic and healing energy in this beautiful peninsula. During the day, your group will visit Bjarnarhöfn Shark Museum, where you will learn about 'hákarl', the cured Shark meat specialty that Icelanders have enjoyed since Viking time. You can even try some for yourself (if you dare). At the end of the afternoon, your motorcoach heads back to Reykjavík. Your guide will bid you farewell at your hotel. Overnight stay in Reykjavík. Meals: Breakfast
Breakfast at your hotel. Transfer on your own to the airport for your onward journey. We wish you a pleasant trip back to your homeland and hope to see you in Iceland again. Meals: Breakfast
Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (ic)
