8-Day Small Group Tour Around Iceland from Reykjavik

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Duration
8 days
Group Size
1 to 15 people
Ages
8 - 99 yrs
Languages
English

Tour Overview

Explore Iceland’s most iconic sights on this comprehensive 8-day tour, covering the famous Golden Circle with highlights like Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir geothermal area, and UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park. Journey along the South Coast to visit the black sand beach of Reynisfjara and the stunning Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. Discover the dramatic Eastfjords before experiencing the unique volcanic landscapes of Lake Mývatn and Dimmuborgir lava pillars. Continue to Akureyri, the capital of North Iceland, and then explore West Iceland’s Snæfellsnes Peninsula, including the iconic Kirkjufell mountain and hidden natural gems. Customize your adventure with optional tours and activities available throughout the trip.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Pickup

Pick up starts at 8:00 and might take 30 minutes. Please be ready at your selected location. Due to traffic regulations, we can't stop at all hotel entrances downtown, so please read carefully if you will be picked up at your hotel or at the nearest designated Bus Stop (usually no further than a couple of mins walk). For walking distance to bus stops, please check busstop.is.

What's included

8-day guided minibus tour around Iceland
Transportation in a comfortable minibus
WiFi on board
Professional English-speaking driver-guide
Glacier Hike with Safety Equipment
Breakfast: 7
Small group size for a personalized experience
Accommodation for 7 nights
Pick-up and drop off from designated bus stops
Hauganes Whale Watching Tour
Ice Cave Tour with Safety Equipment
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Itinerary

Day 1: Golden Circle
Þingvellir National Park is the historic site where Iceland’s first parliament, the Althingi, was established in 930 AD. Recognized for its cultural and geological significance, it is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Accommodation in a comfortable hotel in the Golden Circle with breakfast included and private bathroom.

Day 2: The South Coast & Glacier Hike
Seljalandsfoss is a stunning waterfall that you can walk behind, offering a unique view from all angles. It's one of the few waterfalls in the world where you can experience the cascade from the inside out.

Accommodation in a comfortable hotel in the South with breakfast included and private bathroom.

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Day 3: Glacier Lagoon & Ice Caving
Breiðamerkursandur, also known as Diamond Beach, is a black sand shore famous for the sparkling icebergs that wash up from the nearby glacier lagoon as they drift toward the Atlantic Ocean. These ice chunks glisten like diamonds against the dark sand, creating a stunning and unique landscape.

Accommodation in a comfortable hotel in the South with breakfast included and private bathroom

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Day 4: Exploring The East Fjords
On your fourth day, you’ll explore the East Fjords of Iceland, known for its stunning mountain ridges and unique wildlife, including the only area in Iceland where wild reindeer are sometimes spotted. The majestic Vatnajökull glacier towers to the west as you pass peaceful fishing villages, reflecting the region’s deep-rooted fishing heritage. Your first stop is the charming village of Djúpivogur, a member of the Cittaslow movement, dedicated to enhancing quality of life by embracing a slower, more relaxed pace.

Accommodation in a comfortable hotel in the Eastfjords with breakfast included and private bathroom.

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Day 5: Exploring North-East Iceland
The surreal Námafjall geothermal area lies near the Námaskarð Pass, connecting you to Lake Mývatn. Here, vibrant sulfurous mud springs and steaming fumaroles showcase the geothermal power within the Krafla volcano fissure zone.

Accommodation in a comfortable hotel in Akureyri with breakfast included and private bathroom

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Day 6: Exploring North Iceland
Known as the Capital of the North, this hip and charming town has a population of around 20,000. Its warm atmosphere and unique touches, like heart-shaped stop signs at traffic lights, make it a memorable place to visit.

Accommodation in a comfortable hotel in West Iceland with breakfast included and private bathroom.

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Day 7: Exploring Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Our first stop on Snæfellsnes is Gerðuberg, home to an impressive cluster of hexagonal basalt columns. This site features some of the largest and most striking basalt formations in Iceland.

Accommodation in a comfortable hotel in West Iceland with breakfast included and private bathroom.

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Day 8: Exploring West Iceland
The awe-inspiring Hraunfossar, or Lava Falls, is a stunning and unique natural phenomenon. It features streams of water flowing over a stretch of 900 meters from the Hallmundarhraun lava fields.

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