Day 1 – Arrival
You’ll arrive at Keflavík International Airport, located in the middle of a lava field on the Reykjanes Peninsula. After you’ve collected your bags, find your bus to take you to Iceland’s capital, Reykjavík. Once in Reykjavík, you are free to explore the city. Your accommodation is centrally located, meaning you’ll be within walking distance of some of the country’s finest restaurants as well as the city’s famous nightlife.
Highlights:
- Reykjanes Peninsula
- Reykjavík
Optional Activities
- Blue Lagoon: Your experience includes access to the Blue Lagoon, a rejuvenating silica mud mask, complimentary towel service, and your choice of a first drink.
- Sky Lagoon: Included is access to the Sky Lagoon, with the exquisite Skjól Ritual experience.
Day 2 – David’s Crack at Þingvellir National Park
Today, your diving guide will pick you up in the morning and take you to Þingvellir National Park, situated between tectonic plates. Dive at Davíðsgjá, or David’s Crack, in Þingvallavatn Lake, known for its unique underwater topography with massive boulders and excellent visibility (around 100 meters). After the dive, head to Akureyri for a two-night stay.
Highlights:
- Þingvellir National Park
- Davíðsgjá Crack
- Þingvallavatn Lake
Optional Activities
- There are no optional activities for this day.
Day 3 – North Iceland’s Strýtan Vent
After breakfast, you’ll head to Eyjafjörður Fjord for a dive. On the seafloor here lies a hydrothermal vent, a sort of underwater geyser known as Strýtan. Today, you’ll explore both this 55-metre hydrothermal chimney as well as a smaller one called Arnarnesstrýtur. Strýtan and Arnarnesstrýtur are the shallowest known vents in the world, making them the only hydrothermal chimneys scuba divers can visit.
Highlights:
- Akureyri Town
- Strýtan & Arnarnesstrýtur Vents
- Keep an eye out for wolffish
Optional Activities
- There are no optional activities for this day.
Day 4 – Nesgjá Gorge & The Diamond Circle
Today, you’ll dive and snorkel in waters found on the Diamond Circle, starting at Nesgjá Gorge. This underwater fissure is relatively shallow but boasts impressive cliffs. You’ll then head to a river, Litlaá, where you’ll snorkel in geothermal waters. You’ll then stop for some sightseeing on the Diamond Circle with a stop at Mývatn Nature Baths to unwind after a busy day.
Highlights:
- Nesgjá Gorge & Litlaá River
- Dettifoss Waterfall
- Námaskarð Geothermal Area
- Mývatn Nature Baths
Optional Activities
- There are no optional activities for this day.
Day 5 – Marine Wildlife in North Iceland
Today, you’ll go back to Eyjafjörður Fjord for a dive at either the French Gardens or The Wall. Both sites are absolutely stunning but rarely visited and thus considered hidden gems amongst divers. Here, you’ll see strange geological formations and an abundance of wildlife, including colorful anemones, redfish, lumpsuckers, and wolffish. After the dive, it is time to head back to Reykjavík.
Highlights:
- Eyjafjörður Fjord
- Colorful anemones
- Redfish, lumpsuckers, and wolffish
Optional Activities
- There are no optional activities for this day.
Day 6 – The Golden Circle with Silfra Fissure
No trip to Iceland can be complete without visiting the Golden Circle. And there is no better way to wrap up a diving tour of Iceland than with a dive in the country’s most famous dive site, Silfra Fissure. Luckily, you’ll be doing both today. At the end of the day, you’ll return to your accommodation in Reykjavík and bid farewell to your diving guide.
Highlights:
- Þingvellir National Park
- Silfra Fissure
- Geysir Geothermal Area
- Gullfoss Waterfall
Optional Activities
- There are no optional activities for this day.
Day 7 – The South Coast & Glacier Hike
After a night in the city, it is time to head back to the countryside. In the morning, a guide will pick you up in a small but comfortable minivan and take you on a 2-day tour of Iceland’s South Coast. You’ll explore waterfalls and black sand beaches before strapping on crampons for a glacier hike. You’ll then spend the night on the South Coast.
Highlights:
- Seljalandsfoss & Skógafoss Waterfalls
- Skaftafell Nature Reserve
- Glacier Hike
Optional Activities
- There are no optional activities for this day.
Day 8 – Boat Tour on a Glacier Lagoon
Today, after breakfast, you’ll head out to explore Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where enormous icebergs float on a bright blue lake. Though seeing the bergs from the lagoon’s shores is an amazing experience, an even better one is seeing them up close on a boat tour. And that is exactly what you’ll do. You’ll then head to Reykjavík, visiting a few black sand beaches on the way.
Highlights:
- Boat tour on Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
- Diamond Beach
- Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
Optional Activities
- There are no optional activities for this day.
Day 9 – Free Day in Reykjavík
Today, you’ll have a whole day to explore the northernmost capital in the world, Reykjavík. Reykjavík is one of the most beautiful places in Iceland, and it’s easy to explore. The city center is very walkable, and there are many things to do here. If you need suggestions, you can always talk to your travel advisor who’s ready to help or book tours for you.
Highlights:
- Old Harbour
- Tjörnin Lake
- City Hall
Optional Activities
- Sky Lagoon: Included is access to the Sky Lagoon, with the exquisite Skjól Ritual experience.
- Helicopter Tour over Reykjavík: Get a birds-eye view of the city. Included is a helicopter ride over Reykjavík and a landing on a nearby mountain.
- Whale Watching Tour: See the whales in their natural habitat. Admission includes a professionally guided tour and warm, floatable overalls for your safety and comfort. Also included is a second try in case there are no sightings.
Day 10 – Departure
Now it’s time to bid farewell and make your way home with memories you’ll never forget. If your flight leaves in the afternoon or evening, you’ll have time to explore Reykjavík a little, do a little sightseeing, or perhaps visit a museum or two. You could also visit the Blue Lagoon on your way to the airport, arriving relaxed and rejuvenated for your flight.
Highlights:
- Hallgrímskirkja Church
- Harpa Concert Hall
- Laugavegur Shopping Street
Optional Activities
- Blue Lagoon: Your experience includes access to the Blue Lagoon, a rejuvenating silica mud mask, complimentary towel service, and your choice of a first drink.
- Sky Lagoon: Included is access to the Sky Lagoon, with the exquisite Skjól Ritual experience.
