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Icelandic expedition: glaciers & geysers
Iceland • 6 days / 5 nights
From £1,599
£2,849
35% off
Chase geysers, waterfalls, and glaciers on this unforgettable, semi-escorted Icelandic adventure. Experience the raw power of fire and ice, winter or summer for a different seasonal perspective.
Highlights
Overview

Fly to Reykjavik and explore the Golden Circle, including Thingvellir National Park, the Great Geysir, and Gullfoss. Travel along the South Coast over two days, discovering waterfalls, black sand beaches, hiking glaciers, and, depending on the season, exploring a natural ice cave near Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach. Return to Reykjavik before heading home.
Itinerary
Day 1
1
UK/Ireland - Reykjavik

Get ready to start your Icelandic adventure! At the scheduled time, head to your departure airport to board your flight to Reykjavik.*
Touch down in Reykjavik. Upon arrival at Keflavik Airport, self-transfer to your hotel.** You have the rest of the afternoon free to relax or begin exploring the surroundings. Overnight stay in Reykjavik.
*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
**Optional private or shuttle bus transfers can be added as a supplement in the next step of the booking process.
Day 2
2
Reykjavik

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy an excursion to the Golden Circle, where you'll explore geothermal hot springs and visit the famous Great Geysir and Strokkur—an active geyser that erupts every few minutes. Continue to Gullfoss, one of Iceland’s most stunning waterfalls. Afterwards you’ll have free time to relax. Overnight stay in Reykjavik.
Important: Included activities may take place in a different order on the itinerary.
Activities
Excursion to the Golden Circle
Day 3
3
Reykjavik - South Coast

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, embark on a scenic adventure along Iceland’s South Coast. Your first stop is the iconic Seljalandsfoss waterfall, where you can even walk behind the 60-meter cascade. Continue with visits to Gljufrabai and Skogafoss waterfalls, followed by the unforgettable Reynisfjara black sand beach. Throughout the day, your guide will share fascinating insights, adding to even more to your experience of Iceland’s unparalleled natural beauty.
Transfer to your hotel.* The rest of the day is free to explore on your own. In the evening, your guide will provide the Northern Lights forecast, and if conditions are right, you'll head out to witness the aurora. Overnight stay on the South Coast.
Distance covered today: 155-168 miles by coach (3h aprox).
*Depending on availability, your hotel will be located between the towns of Vik and Hofn.
Activities
Evening Hunt for the Northern Lights
South Coast Tour
Day 4
4
South Coast - Reykjavik

Breakfast at the hotel. Start the day with a visit to a natural ice cave in Vatnajokull Glacier, formed by meltwater tunnels that freeze into stunning passageways. Inside, centuries-old ice appears in shades of blue, and sunlight filtering through creates a surreal, otherworldly glow.
Afterward, visit the Eldhraun lava fields and the Bridge of the Volcanoes.* Continue to the famous Diamond Beach, where ice chunks lie scattered on black sand, sparkling like diamonds in the sunlight. Next, explore the Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, where enormous blue and white icebergs break off from Vatnajokull Glacier. This natural wonder is a must-see in southeast Iceland.
On the way back to Reykjavik, there may be time for a brief stop in Vik to explore this charming South Coast village. Overnight stay in Reykjavik.
Distance covered today: 155-168 miles by coach (3h aprox).
*Stops may change depending on weather, timing, or your hotel location.
Activities
Glacier Lagoon & Diamond Beach
Ice Cave Adventure
Day 5
5
Reykjavik

Breakfast at the hotel. Today you have a free day to explore at your own pace. Also, we recommend you to join our optional activities, like the Blue Lagoon experience* or whale watching.** Overnight stay in Reykjavik.
*Optional Blue Lagoon experience: With waters that are milky-blue and mineral rich, enjoy a visit to the Blue Lagoon, located in the middle of a lava field making it one of the most unique wonders of the world. The algae found within the waters is known for having healing properties on the skin. The Blue Lagoon comes equipped with an in-water bar offering soft and alcoholic drinks and an in-water Mask Bar to slather on a silica mud mask. There are also saunas and steam rooms.
**Optional whale watching: The wildlife is a must-see while in Iceland, and this island makes a great spot for whale watching.
Important: Included and optional activities may take place in a different order.
Activities
Blue Lagoon Experience
Whale Watching
Day 6
6
Reykjavik - UK/Ireland

Breakfast at the hotel.* It’s time to wrap up your journey. At the scheduled time, self-transfer** to the airport for your flight back home. Arrive in the UK/Ireland and end this extraordinary trip.
*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
**Optional transfer can be added at an additional cost in the next step of the booking process.
What's included
- Departures from main UK/Ireland airports.
- International flights: UK/Ireland - Reykjavik - UK/Ireland.
- 5 nights accommodation in Charm category hotels.
- 5 breakfasts.
- Optional airport-hotel-airport transfers.
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking guide.*
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- Golden Circle and South coast tour.
- Guide/s during the excursions.
- Ice Cave Adventure.
Accommodation
These are our featured hotels for this tour. Hotel allocation depends on availability and seasonality, so you may be assigned any hotel from our selection.
Select your departure date
All prices include flights, hotels and activities. A £39 per person handling fee applies at checkout.
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We recommend booking early
Prices can change and departure dates may sell out.
Flexible payment options available
Pay in full, make a deposit, or split payments.
Best prices
All prices include flights, hotels and activities. A £39 per person handling fee applies at checkout.
Included activities
Optional activities
Personalization options
- Extra nightsExtend your stay with additional nights before or after the tour.
- Flight optionsCustomize your flights by selecting your preferred airline, cabin class, and departure and arrival times.
Additional information
What's not included
Tax, drinks, tips and airport transfers not mentioned in what's included.
Accommodation tax in Iceland must be paid directly to the hotel (Approx. 666 ISK per room per night).
The airport transfers in Iceland are not included. Optional private or shuttle bus transfers can be added as a supplement in the next step of the booking process.
Please note: Unless otherwise noted in the itinerary, lunches are not included on this trip.
Important notes
*Pick-up times are not provided in advance, as they depend on your selected activities, the total number of activities, and time slot availability. Once your selections are confirmed, the schedule will be organized and shared with you accordingly.
Additional information about Northern Lights: keep in mind that the Northern Lights in Iceland are not guarantee as the unpredictable weather conditions mean we cannot guaranteed the excursions will go ahead.
If the Northern Lights don’t make an appearance, don’t worry—you can try again on another day! Refunds for the excursion are not available, but you’re welcome to join until you experience this natural spectacle.
Please note: double beds in Iceland hotels are not always the standard American size and can sometimes be less wide.
Tips: we advise to bring good shoes since in winter many sites may be covered in snow as well as their paths. The ground in Iceland can be slippery, wet, or icy. You may want to consider bringing or purchasing a pair of removable spikes (also known as crampons) to place on your shoes to aid with stability and grip. Also, you can bring your swimsuit, even if you don´t plan to swim. You might change your mind once you see the warm steaming lagoon!
If travelling with Fly Play, we recommend that you check your luggage online in order to avoid extra fees. The reservation only includes one piece of hand luggage per person (40 cm x 20 cm x 25 cm), which must be placed underneath the seat in front of you on the plane. Additional baggage may be purchased in advance on the airline’s website. Any luggage item larger than the aforementioned dimensions that is not reserved in advance will be subject to additional charges in the airport.
Most flights to Iceland from North America arrive very early in the morning. As a result, early check-in is not widely available and may be subject to availability. If this is important to you, please contact us in advance to see what can be arranged.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed without prior notice.
Offer conditions
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline's website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or canceled without prior notice.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +44 20 8068 3176 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office offer up-to-date travel advice by visiting www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice.
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