Day 1 – Arriving in Reykjavík
Your driver will be waiting for you as your plane lands at Keflavík Airport. From there, it is only a short drive through lava landscapes to Iceland’s capital, Reykjavík. Once there, you’ll meet your private guide and review the itinerary for the next few days. Afterward, you’ll have the evening to explore the vibrant city of Reykjavík.
Highlights:
- Reykjanes Peninsula
- Reykjavík
- Meet and greet with your guide
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 – The Snæfellsnes Peninsula
In the morning, your private guide will arrive, ready to navigate you away from the city’s familiar sights and towards the bewitching beauty of the West-Iceland countryside. Today’s focus is the breathtaking Snæfellsnes Peninsula, an area filled with stunning beaches, silvery waterfalls, charming towns, and majestic glaciers. You’ll spend the night in West Iceland’s Borgarfjörður region.
Highlights:
- Gerðuberg Cliffs
- Djúpalónssandur Black Pebble Beach
- Mt. Kirkjufell
Optional Activities
- Ólafsvík 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.
Day 3 – West Iceland
On the third day, you’ll delve even deeper into the heart of Iceland’s West. It’s a region known for its dramatic landscapes and rich history, and today, you’ll get to experience them fully. Your guide will help bring the country’s vibrant history and culture to life before returning you to your comfortable accommodations in the Borgarnes area at the end of the day.
Highlights:
- Hraunfossar & Barnafoss Waterfalls
- Reykholt Farm
- Deildartunguhver Hot Spring
Optional Activities
- Viðgelmir Lava Cave: One of the largest caves in Iceland. The tour includes an English-speaking guide and the use of caving equipment such as a helmet and headlamp.
- Krauma Spa: Your experience includes access to the Krauma’s geothermal waters, relaxation room, saunas, infrared cell, and steam bath.
Day 4 – The Golden Circle
Today, the famed Golden Circle route awaits your exploration. This legendary route is known for encompassing some of the most iconic sights in Iceland, with each stop revealing another layer of this nation’s rich natural tapestry. After an exciting day of exploring, you’ll be guided to cozy accommodations in South Iceland.
Highlights:
- Þingvellir National Park
- Gullfoss Waterfall
- Geysir Geothermal Area
Optional Activities
- Snorkeling in Silfra: Swim between continents in crystal-clear water. Includes a tour with a certified PADI divemaster, all necessary snorkeling gear, Silfra admission fee, and hot chocolate to warm up afterward.
- Horseback Riding: Get to know the Icelandic horse on a riding tour through the countryside. Icelandic horses are small, friendly, and very intelligent creatures, making this excursion perfect for both new and experienced riders. Riding helmets, boots, and rainwear are provided.
- Glacier Snowmobiling: Race across a glacier on a snowmobile. No prior experience is needed; you only have to bring warm clothes and good shoes. Use of overalls, helmets, and balaclavas are included.
Day 5 – The Icelandic Highlands
Day five of your journey invites you to discover Landmannalaugar, one of Iceland’s true gems deep within the rugged Icelandic Highlands. Awaiting you is an exhilarating super jeep tour, an adventure that promises to elevate your Icelandic journey from memorable to unforgettable. After an action-packed day, you’ll return to the comfort of your accommodations in South Iceland.
Highlights:
- Hiking in the Icelandic Highlands
- Mt Hekla
- Landmannalaugar Region
Optional Activities
- There are no optional activities for this day.
Day 6 – South Iceland
Today, the focus shifts from the Highlands to the mesmerizing coastline and its striking landscapes, culminating in the majestic Vatnajökull National Park, where you’ll spend the night. Along the way, you’ll explore glittering waterfalls, jet-black beaches, and stunning glacier lagoons.
Highlights:
- Seljalandsfoss & Skógafoss Waterfalls
- Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Optional Activities
- Sólheimajökull Glacier Hiking: This glacier hike is fun and easy, requiring no prior experience. The tour provides an English-speaking glacier guide and supplies necessary safety gear such as a helmet, crampons, and an ice axe.
- ATV tour on Black Beach: Drive across black sand beaches, glacial streams, and rugged hills to the DC3 Plane Crash on this thrilling Quad Bike Tour from South Iceland’s Mýrdalsjökull Glacier.
Day 7 – South Iceland In-Depth
As day seven dawns, a sense of familiarity greets you. It’s time to head back to Reykjavík, retracing your steps along the picturesque South Coast. But this day is far from a mere repeat of yesterday’s journey. Today, you have the opportunity to see the unforgettable sites you’ve visited in a new light or to uncover new locations, with each choice enriching your Icelandic experience.
Highlights:
- Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon
- Dyrhólaey Promenade
- Hjörleifshöfði Cave
Optional Activities
- Skaftafell Glacier Hiking: This glacier hike is fun and easy, requiring no prior experience. The tour provides an English-speaking glacier guide and supplies necessary safety gear such as a helmet, crampons, and an ice axe.
- Amphibian Boat Tour: Sail amongst the enormous icebergs on Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. This tour is especially suited for families with young children as well as photographers looking for a great shot of the ice. Included is a guided tour in English and the use of a lifevest.
- Zodiac Boat Tour: Get a front-row seat to see giant icebergs floating on a glacier lagoon. The small Zodiac boat can get close to the icebergs, giving you a unique perspective over the bergs. Includes the use of floatation overalls and lifejackets.
Day 8 – Departure
Day eight marks the final chapter of your extraordinary Icelandic journey. Depending on your flight’s departure time, you may have some extra moments to steal away and immerse yourself once more in the charming city of Reykjavík. When the time comes to bid farewell to this land of fire and ice, a driver will take you back to Keflavík Airport in time 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.
