Explore the island of fire and ice, discover stunning scenery and dramatic landscapes, the unspoiled Icelandic countryside with volcanoes, lava fields, hot springs, mountains, fjords, glaciers and waterfalls. See the uninhibited vast tundra, two national parks, as well as lesser-known, yet beautiful sites. And of course, get a chance to see the incredible Northern Lights!
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Akureyri is a small city in northern Iceland. It is Iceland's second largest urban area and fourth largest municipality.
Grabrok Volcano
Grabrok Volcano
The Grábrók crater was formed in a fissure eruption less than 3000 years ago. It is 173m a.s.l. Grábrók is the largest of the craters on a 600m long fissure.
Lake Myvatn
Lake Myvatn
Myvatn is a shallow eutrophic lake situated in an area of active volcanism in the north of Iceland, not far from Krafla volcano.
Namaskard
Namaskard
Situated on the north side of Iceland’s Lake Myvatn, this geothermal wonder of hot sulfuric mud springs and steam springs is otherworldly.
Reykjavik
Reykjavik
Reykjavik, on the coast of Iceland, is the country's capital and largest city. It's home to the National and Saga museums, tracing Iceland’s Viking history.
South Coast
South Coast
The South coast of Iceland holds some of the most beautiful natural attractions in Iceland. The area boasts a unique mix of volcanoes and glaciers, geysers, hot springs and waterfalls.
Thingvellir N. Park
Thingvellir N. Park
Besides being a location of historical significance, Thingvellir is also protected as a national park due to its unique geology and natural features.
Vatnajokull
Vatnajokull
Vatnajökull is the largest and most voluminous ice cap in Iceland, and one of the largest in area in Europe.
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Reykjavik
Welcome to the land of fire and ice! Upon arrival to the airport, your transfer is by FlyBus to take you to your hotel. As we make our suggestions, the rest of the day is yours to explore the vibrant capital.
Accommodation Stracta Hotel - 2 Star
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Day 2: Volcano Crater, Seals, Fjords & Mountains, Akureyri
We meet our guide at 09:00 and depart from the hotel to travel west, passing the town of Borgarnes and then climb the Grábrók volcano crater. Later in the afternoon we visit a natural history & seal museum in a small fishing village in Northwest Iceland and stroll around the local harbour. Further north we stop at the turf church of Vidimyri, considered one of the purest and most beautiful examples of traditional Icelandic architecture. We continue along scenic fjord landscape and through mountain passes until we reach the capital of North Iceland, Akureyri, a charming town of 17000 inhabitants.
In the morning, we explore Akureyri, visit the botanical garden and enjoy the panoramic view over the breath-taking fjords. In the afternoon, we explore an important site in Iceland’s history, Godafoss, the waterfalls of the Gods. We arrive at Lake Myvatn for the rest of the day, known for its geological wonders and active bird life in summer. We see the bizarre lava formations and take a walk around the many pseudo craters, and end the day with a relaxing soak. Myvatn Nature Baths contain a unique blend of minerals, silicates and geothermal micro-organisms that benefit both skin and spirit alike.
Accommodation Hotel Sel-Mývatn - 3 Star
Meals Breakfast
Included Activities Sightseeing of the dark castles Sightseeing of Namaskar
Sightseeing of East Iceland
Optional Activities Lunch
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Day 4: Lava Labyrinth, Hot Springs & Egilsstadir
We kick the morning off hiking in a lava labyrinth at Dimmuborgir “the dark castles”, said to host trolls, keep your eyes open! After an optional lunch, we visit the hot spring area of Námaskard with bubbling mud pools and steaming solfataras. We drive through the uninhabited vast highlands to East Iceland, Egilsstadir. If you are lucky you might even see an Arctic fox or see reindeer on the way.
Accommodation Hotel Hérað - 3 Star
Meals Breakfast
Included Activities Sightseeing of East Iceland
Sightseeing of Egilsstadir
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Day 5: Fjords & Glaciers, Vatnajokull NP, Kirkjubajarklaustur
Today you will admire the dramatic fjord landscape with tiny fishing villages at the end of twisty roads of fjords. Past the town of Höfn, we stop at a glacial lagoon filled with floating icebergs to explore the magical region, and perhaps even see seals, or walk on the black sandy beach where large icebergs get stranded. We travel along the southern part of the glacier and spend time at Europe’s largest national park, which has Iceland’s highest mountains, an alpine environment, and Europe’s largest glacier, Vatnajökull. We spend the night at Icelandair Hotel Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
Accommodation Icelandair Hotel Klaustur - 3 Star
Meals Breakfast
Included Activities Sightseeing of Europe's largest national park
Walking on the black sandy beach.
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Day 6: Waterfalls & Volcanoes
Get ready for many incredible natural wonders as we head across the Eldhraun lava field, cross the sandy desert of the south coast, overlooked by mountainous cliffs, glaciers and waterfalls. We stroll along the black lava beach of Reynisfjara near Vík. In the small village of Skógar there is the impressive 60-metre-high Skógafoss waterfall. Further west we stop at the Eyjafjallajökull Information Centre to learn about living among glaciers and active volcanoes. Next, we visit the high and narrow Seljalandsfoss waterfall, and bring along your raincoat!
Accommodation Icelandair Hotel Flúðir - 3 Star
Meals Breakfast
Included Activities Sightseeing of Europe's largest national park
Walking on the black sandy beach.
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Day 7: Icelandic Horses & Golden Circle, Reykjavík
Today we visit a must-see of Iceland, the Golden Circle. Firstly, at Fridheimar, you learn about the Icelandic horse, its special qualities and history and visit a geothermal greenhouse. Later, we see steam from the Geyser geothermal fields, a variety of hot springs and bubbling pools. The geyser is now dormant but has been replaced by Strokkur “the Churn” erupting every 5-10 minutes. Our next stop is Gullfoss, “the golden falls”, an amazing 34-metre-high double waterfall. We travel inland to Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, before we make our way back to Reykjavík and an optional Northern Lights evening cruise. As we arrive, we do a short city tour to show you the highlights of the world’s northernmost capital.
Accommodation Icelandair Hotel Natura - 3 Star
Meals Breakfast
Included Activities Sightseeing of Europe's largest national park
Walking on the black sandy beach.
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Day 8: Reykjavik
Our trip will end after we say goodbye to our new friends over breakfast, and check-out of the hotel in Reykjavík. The FlyBus shuttle will take you back to the airport from your hotel.
Meals Breakfast
All prices are per person, based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers not wishing to pay single supplement will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement is only to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. The supplement must be paid in addition to the tour fee. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking. Discounted prices shown below are only available for 2 or more passengers booking together. No discount will be available for solo travelers. Please note; Our Iceland tours are run in conjunction with other local and global tour operators, different age groups may join the tour.
All prices are per person, based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers not wishing
to pay a single supplement will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to
availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement needs only be paid if the
passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. The supplement must be paid in addition to
the tour fee. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date,
regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
The tour price and the local payment cover the following services:
Accommodation
3 star hotels
Airport Transfer
Arrival & departure airport transfer by FLYBUS Plus shuttle.
Meals
7 breakfasts
Transportation
Transportation in heated coaches with free Wi-Fi on board.
Guide
Services of Icelandic Guide from Day2 to Day7, Guided hike to Grabrok volcano crater
Other Inclusions
Entrance with towel to Myvatn Nature Baths
Multimedia presentation at Eyjafjallajokull Volcano Information Centre | Use of snow & ice gripper spikes and a torch for winter departures | Visit to Vidimyri turf church
Admission to Petra's Stone and Mineral Collection in the East Fjords | Entrance and demonstration to Fridheimar Horse Stables and Geothermal Greenhouse in South Iceland
What is not included in the tour price and local payment?
Any flights
Travel insurance
Meals not stated in the itinerary
Items of a personal nature
Tips & gestures
Visa fees
Entrance fees to the sights and museums
Optional activities
Other services not stated in the itinerary
Hotels are subject to change depending on the group size.
Icelandair Hotel Natura - Reykjavik
Icelandair Hotel - Fludir
Icelandair Hotel Klaustur - Kirkjubæjarklaustur
Icelandair Hotel Herad - Egilsstaðir
Hotel Reynihlid - Reynihlid
Icelandair Hote Akureyril - Akureyri
Tour Review Scores And Breakdown
At Travel Talk we do not only provide excellent value for premium adventures, but also strive to exceed expectations in every aspect of our trips, which is reflected in an enviable 98.9% customer satisfaction for 2018. We believe that our affordable tours, quality accommodation, transportation and sightseeing tours combined with likeminded people, passionate tour leaders and the overall atmosphere of a Travel Talk tour have made these results. However, we are never ones to rest on our laurels, and we continually try to improve on this year after year; and what do we get out of this? The satisfaction of our travellers!
4
Accomodation
5
Transportation
4
Value for Money
5
Guide
5
Overall
Laura
Epic Iceland experience!!
I did this tour in February and cannot recommend it enough. Everyday was filled with stunning scenery including waterfalls, volcanoes, glaciers and plenty of snow. The guide shared lots of knowledge, got us safely from a to b in the wild winter conditions and took us to places only a local could find. If you have time the Iceland Circle tour is definitely worth while to experience the more remote parts of the country, as opposed to just the golden circle which was filled with tourists.
Epic Iceland experience!!
I did this tour in February and cannot recommend it enough. Everyday was filled with stunning scenery including waterfalls, volcanoes, glaciers and plenty of snow. The guide shared lots of knowledge, got us safely from a to b in the wild winter conditions and took us to places only a local could find. If you have time the Iceland Circle tour is definitely worth while to experience the more remote parts of the country, as opposed to just the golden circle which was filled with tourists.
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Laura
Epic Iceland experience!!
I did this tour in February and cannot recommend it enough. Everyday was filled with stunning scenery including waterfalls, volcanoes, glaciers and plenty of snow. The guide shared lots of knowledge, got us safely from a to b in the wild winter conditions and took us to places only a local could find. If you have time the Iceland Circle tour is definitely worth while to experience the more remote parts of the country, as opposed to just the golden circle which was filled with tourists.