Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please enquire. Children 12 years and older pay full price as adults. It is not recommended that children 0-5 years old travel on group tours.
Upon arrival, make your way into Reykjavik for your first night in Iceland. There are no scheduled activities today though there is an evening orientation meeting, and your escorted coach program will begin in earnest the following day. Please note that your arrival transfer is not included in the package price. A shared transfer or private transfer can be added; please speak to your Destination Specialist. Generally, on Day 2 – 9 there will be no more than 45 minutes to one-hour driving between each tour stop. You’ll arrive at each night’s accommodation in the late afternoon. Please note: If you have added extra nights in Reykjavik before your tour, the guide will meet your group on the evening of Day 1 according to the standard “Iceland Complete” itinerary. If you cannot make the information meeting on Day 1 you will meet your guide on Day 2 in the lobby of your hotel in the morning. If you arrive earlier in the day, you might consider adding a day tour. We’d be happy to make suggestions based on your interests. One of our favorite activities after a long flight is to visit one of the neighborhood geothermal pools. It is so refreshing to relax in the warm water, breathing in the fresh Icelandic air. It’s a great way to get to see Icelandic daily life and maybe meet a few locals. It’s also nice to take a stroll in the old city center, perhaps visiting one of the museums or relaxing with a cup of coffee in a cozy café. Dinner this evening is at your leisure. Reykjavik offers a multitude of restaurants and/or coffee-houses, making dinner a great way to get better acquainted with Iceland’s capital. Please note that hotels in Iceland start check-in around 14:00 (2:00pm), and early check-in is not guaranteed. Most hotels will be happy to store your luggage if you are not able to check in early.
Arrival in Reykjavik
Your Accommodation
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Fosshotel Reykjavik, Iceland's largest hotel stands prominently in Reykjavik's business district, only a short walk from the main shopping area. Here, from the heart of the city, you can easily explore Reykjavik's magnificent architecture, captivating history, vibrant markets and rich culture -- ideal starting point for experience the best of everything the city has to offer.
Approximate Distance: 205 km / 127 miles Breakfast at your hotel. Meet your guide and start your Iceland adventure! After a quick introductory of our home city of Reykjavik, head to Lake Thingvallavatn, Iceland’s largest lake and Thingvellir 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’ll also 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’ll 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. Dinner and overnight in the Golden Circle area.
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Thingvellir National Park - Geysir - Gullfoss
Your Accommodation
Selfoss Hotel
Situated by River Olfus in Selfoss, Hotel Selfoss has a cinema and a spa area. Guests at Selfoss Hotel can enjoy the Riverside Spa, featuring a sauna, a steam room and a thermal hot pool. Massages are available on request. The Riverside Restaurant has floor to ceiling windows overlooking the river, and offers both traditional and innovative cuisine. Drinks can be enjoyed beside the fireplace in the hotel bar. The hotel is located on the Icelandic Ring Road, Route 1. Svarfholsvollur Golf Club is 2km away.
Approximate Distance: 295 km / 183 miles Breakfast at your hotel. Explore enchanting Thjorsardalur valley and its ever-changing landscapes of birch woods, sandy lava fields, rivers, and waterfalls. If the skies are clear, you’ll also see the impressive and beautiful Mt. Hekla volcano towering over the region. Visit Stong, 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 Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss. Each waterfall has its own charm. Continue to Dyrholaey* and the thundering waves of the Reynisfjara black sand beaches. End the day in Vik, Iceland’s southernmost town. Dinner and overnight in the Vik area. Please note that Dyrholaey is closed for the bird nesting season between mid-May and the 25th of June.
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Thjorsardalur Valley – Skogar – Dyrholaey – Vik
Your Accommodation
Hotel Katla
Hotel Katla is situated 5km east of Vik, about 2.5 hours drive from Reykjavik. Vik's black sand beach and Vik Golf Course are both about a 5 minute drive from Katla Hofdabrekka Hotel. The Skogar Museum is 19 miles away. This countryside hotel offers spacious guest rooms in the beautiful surroundings of mountains, black sand beach and the Myrdalsjokull Glacier. Guests have free access to 4 outdoor geothermal hot tubs, great for relaxation.
Approximate Distance: 285 km / 177 miles Breakfast at your hotel. Today you will be in a world of glaciers! You’ll be visiting the southern area of Vatnajokull 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’ll also see Svinafellsjokull, one of the most beautiful glacial “tongues” that are slowly creeping down from Vatnajokull. Visit Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon where you’ll enjoy the breath-taking sight of icebergs floating in the fantastic 180m (591 ft.) deep glacial lagoon. You also have the option of enjoying a boat tour amid the ice bergs (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 Hofn, a fishing port in the shadow of Vatnajokull glacier. Dinner is on your own. Hofn has a nice selection of restaurants and cafes. The local specialty is langoustines (Norway lobsters). Overnight in Hofn. Optional Tour: Amphibian Boat tour on the Glacier Lagoon – Sail among the drifting icebergs to see them from a different angle | Duration: 30 mins | Includes: Guided tour on amphibian boat. You must book and pay for this tour in advance to ensure a spot for you on the tour. Please let you Destination Specialist know if you want to take this tour during the booking process.
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Vatnajokull National Park – Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon – Hofn
Your Accommodation
Hotel Hofn
Situated in south-eastern Iceland, in the coastal town of Hofn. The hotel is within 10 minutes' walk of Hofn Harbour and Silfurnes Golf Club, while the Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon is less than 1 hours' drive away. This hotel offers local cuisine and modern en-suite rooms with a flat-screen TVs.
Approximate Distance: 260 km / 162 miles Breakfast at your hotel. Drive from Hofn through Almannaskard pass, stopping to admire the majestic coastline. Continue to the towering mountains plunging vertically into the sea that form the magnificent East Fjords. We’re sure you’ll 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 Breiddalsvik. 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’ll 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 brings you to Egilsstadir town, located near Iceland’s largest forest and a lake said to be home to a legendary (friendly) monster. Dinner and overnight stay in the Egilsstadir area.
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Hofn - East Fjords - Egilsstadir
Your Accommodation
Hotel Hallormsstadur
Beautifully located in a forest area by Lake Lagarfljot, 25 km south of Egilsstadir, is the Hotel Hallormsstadur, close to hiking trails and various recreational opportunities. Guest room and cottage accommodation with a private bathroom and shower is offered at Hotel Hallormsstadur. This hotel is located near the east entrance of one of the largest nature reserves in Europe, the Vatnajokull National Park. The surrounding area has many scenic trails and guests are welcome to rent mountain bikes from the hotel. Horse riding is also available nearby during the summer.
Approximate Distance: 255 km / 158 miles Breakfast at your hotel. Explore the empty vastness of the highland desert plateau Modrudalsoraefi, desolate and yet hauntingly beautiful, as you head towards the Lake Myvatn area. Your route takes you by a historical Modrusalsoraefi; it is located at the highest altitude of any working farm in Iceland. Stop at Dettifoss, Europe’s largest and most powerful waterfall. Continue onwards to the Namaskard pass with its boiling mud pools and vibrant colors. We often feel like we are visiting another planet when we come here, and you may the same way. It’s such a surreal experience! Walk along the pseudo craters at Skutustadir and peek into Grjotagja, 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’ll definitely see why the surreal Myvatn area has become so popular as a movie location. Dinner and overnight stay in the Myvatn area.
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Lake Myvatn Area
Your Accommodation
Berjaya Myvatn Hotel
The tradition of receiving and serving travelers in the Myvatn area is long, and Icelandair Hotels are enthusiastic about continuing the legacy. Icelandair Hotel Myvatn's superb location makes it the place to stay when touring the Myvatn area. Relaxed atmosphere where you will enjoy kicking back and relaxing after a day of exploring. Recharge with your fellow travelers or inhale your experience in the comfortable, unconventional rooms. Myvatn is undoubtedly one of the best-known tourist destinations in Iceland and indeed a phenomenal place. Unparalleled nature has charmed tourists, naturalists, and scientists alike. In the Myvatn district and near vicinity there are many natural pearls and best to experience them in person. Visitors find places like Dimmuborgir, Skútustaoir, Hverfjall and Krafla especially alluring.
Approximate Distance: 85 km / 53 miles Breakfast at your hotel. Start your day’s adventure with visiting sites in the Mývatn area. Next, head to magnificent Goðafoss waterfall, one of North Iceland’s most important symbols. You will also learn how the waterfall got its interesting name. Afterwards, you’ll head to Akureyri, the colorful northern “capital“ of Iceland. The town has charming buildings and a beautiful view of the Eyjafjörður fjord. Though small, Akureyri has a lively cultural scene. The rest of the day is open for you to explore Akureyri. If you’re 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’ll certainly enjoy the chance to dine out tonight. Overnight in Akureyri. Dinner is on your own. Optional Tours - You can book and pay for these tours in advance for your convenience and to ensure a spot for you on the tour. Let us know during the booking process. Whale Watching from Akureyri – Take a boat tour to view whales and other marine life in Eyjafjörður fjord | Duration: 3 hours | Includes: Guided boat tour, Wi-Fi on boat, use of warm overalls if needed. | Not Included: Transfers to/from the harbor. Forest Lagoon Geothermal Spa – Relax in geothermal pools surrounded by trees and a beautiful fjord. | Duration: Flexible | Includes: Forest Lagoon bathing fee and towel rental | Not Included: Swimsuit (rentals available). Transfers to/from the Lagoon.
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Lake Myvatn Area - Godafoss - Akureyri
Your Accommodation
Hotel Akureyri
Hotel Akureyri is a luxury accommodation, just 100 meters from the waterfront and offering a beautiful view of the fiord.
Approximate Distance: 335 km / 208 miles Breakfast at your hotel. Icelanders consider the Skagafjordur 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 Holtavorduheidi plateau taking you into West Iceland. Drive through Borgarfjordur, a region that has been getting international recognition for its lovely volcanic and wooded scenery and for its Viking history. Walk up to the top of Grabrok crater for an amazing view. 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 colors. There is an interesting and poignant legend associated with this waterfall. Dinner and overnight stay in the Borgarfjordur area.
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Skagafjordur – Borgarnes
Your Accommodation
Hotel Hamar
The hotel restaurant serves traditional Icelandic food and international dishes made from fresh, locally produced ingredients. Guests can also enjoy views of the Borgarfjordur Fjord or have a drink on the patio. Icelandair Hamar is found 3 kilometers north of Borgarnes, just off Iceland's main road, Route 1, also known as the Ring Road.
Approximate Distance: 405 km / 252 miles Breakfast at your hotel. Today you will explore the amazing variety of natural landscapes in Snaefellsjokull National Park. The park’s crown jewel is Snaefellsjokull glacier itself, which covers a dormant volcano that last erupted in 250 AD. In addition, you’ll also see Kirkjufell, one of the most photographed mountains in Iceland. Walk along the uniquely pebbled seascape of Djupalonssandur beach. At the picturesque harbor village of Arnarstapi, you can observe magnificent basalt rocks in stacked formations. One Icelandic Saga mentions that Snaefellsnes 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. At the end of the afternoon, your journey leads back to Reykjavik. Your guide will bid you farewell at your hotel. Overnight stay in Reykjavik. Dinner is on your own.
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Borgarfjordur – Snaefellsjokull National Park – Reykjavik
Your Accommodation
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Fosshotel Reykjavik, Iceland's largest hotel stands prominently in Reykjavik's business district, only a short walk from the main shopping area. Here, from the heart of the city, you can easily explore Reykjavik's magnificent architecture, captivating history, vibrant markets and rich culture -- ideal starting point for experience the best of everything the city has to offer.
Breakfast at your hotel. Please note that this might be a light breakfast if you are taking an early morning flight. Transfer on your own to the international airport for your departure flight. The airport transfer is not included, but we are happy to arrange shared or private transfers for you. We recommend you arrive at the airport three hours before your departure flight.
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