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Glaciers, Waterfalls & Hot Springs
Iceland in 8 Days, 6 Nights in Destination
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Enjoy a fully-guided journey through the land of ice and fire! Experience landscapes unlike anywhere else in the world; from volcanoes and waterfalls to glaciers and geysers.
Trip Highlights
- Geysir Geothermal Area
- Gullfoss Waterfall
- Reykjavik
- Skogafoss Waterfall
- Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Included
All flights
Accommodation
Some transfers
Activities
Breakfast only
Availability
Departures available until December 2024
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Accommodation: 6 Nights
Day 2 to 3
Klettur
Location
Reykjavik
Category
Nights
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The hotels we select comply with our high standards and requirements per category. The allocation is dependent on availability and seasonality, so you can be assigned any of our selection, including the following: Center Hotels Plaza, Fosshotel Baron, Fosshotel Lind, Fosshotel Raudara, Fosshotel Reikiavik, Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels, Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels, Storm Hotel by Keahotels
Itinerary
Explore the magical northern island of Iceland known for its volcanoes in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, glaciers and waterfalls in the South Shore and geysers in the Golden Circle. Step into the jaw-dropping landscapes of this snowy and fairytale-like part of the world and take advantage of its relaxing milky-blue waters said to have healing properties.
Ready to discover the spectacular cities and landscapes of Iceland? Arrive at your departure airport, ready to catch a flight to Reykjavik.* Night on board.
* 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.
Touch down in Reykjavik, the capital and largest city in Iceland. Self-transfer* to the hotel** and get settled in before enjoying the remainder of the day exploring at your leisure.
If time allows, get out and explore the cosmopolitan atmosphere and unique Icelandic cuisine of the capital or visit Reykjavik's fantastic museums on Viking heritage. Overnight stay in Reykjavik.
*Optional private transfer can be added at an additional cost in the next step of the booking process.
**The early check-in is at your disposal only upon availability and can be requested and paid for directly once you arrive at the hotel.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Klettur or similar
2294 Reviews
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, embark on a full day excursion to the Snæfellsnes peninsula where you will get to explore the natural wonders of this location that divides the west coast of Iceland into two large bays. Start by visiting the northern part of Mýrar, home to an array of volcanic craters, including Eldborg, the largest one.
Next, head west towards the tip of the peninsula, passing the small fishing towns of Grundarfjörður, Ólafsvík, Rif and Hellissandur. You will also be passing by the Snæfellsjökull National Park, full of interesting geological phenomena and historic sites. Stop at Arrow Mountain or Kirkjufell Mountain, famous for appearing in the TV series Game of Thrones.
Here you will also find a beautiful waterfall called Kirkjufellsfoss. Make a short detour to Djúpalónssandur and take a short walk along a marked path to the lovely black pebble beach. From here, you will drive around the tip of the peninsula at the foot of Snæfellsjökull, a glaciated volcano where the famous novel “The Journey to the Centre of the Earth” by Jules Verne is set in. Visit Þúfubjarg, a spectacular cliff and a nesting colony for many seabirds.
Continue to Arnarstapi and Hellnar to view the beautiful coast and impressive variety of birdlife. Stop by Búðir, a charming little site located on a natural inlet. Return to your hotel and overnight stay in Borgarnes.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Borgarnes or similar
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Activities
Full-Day Excursion to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Moderate
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, embark on an adventure around Borgarfjörður where you will see Deildartunguhver, Iceland’s largest hot spring. Drive further to the historic Reykholt, home of a 13th-century chieftain, writer, poet and scholar, Snorri Sturluson. Make your way to Hraunfossar and Barnafossar, some of Iceland’s most scenic waterfalls before you drive back to Borgarnes.
In Borgarnes you will visit the Settlement Center—devoted to recreating Iceland’s earliest days and introducing visitors to one of the country’s most iconic heroes, Egil Skalla-Grimson. The center also houses a restaurant, a café and a souvenir shop. Drive the scenic road around Hvalfjörður Fjord (weather permitting) on your way to the last stop of the day, Þingvellir National Park.
The park is known for being the site of Iceland’s parliament from the 10th to 18th centuries. On the site are the Þingvellir Church and the ruins of old stone shelters. The park sits in a rift valley caused by the separation of 2 tectonic plates, with rocky cliffs and fissures. Return to your hotel and overnight stay in Selfoss.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel South Coast or similar
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Activities
Excursion to Borgarnes
Moderate
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, embark on a full-day excursion to the South Shore. Start by visiting Seljalandsfoss, a gorgeous waterfall that drops 60 m and is part of the Seljalands River.
From here, visit the Skógar Museum and then pass by Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glaciers before stopping by Sólheimajökull glacier where you will get to marvel at the sights of the glacier and the lagoon in front of it from a platform viewpoint.
Finally, drive to Reynisdrangar, known for its spectacular coast and beautiful rock formations. Continue to Vik, a small town on the black beach. Overnight stay in South Shore.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel South Coast or similar
91 Reviews
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Activities
Excursion to South Shore and Skogafoss Waterfall
Moderate
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Breakfast at the hotel. Take part in an excursion to Golden Circle where you will visit the numerous hot springs and see the famous Great Geysir and Strokkur, an active geyser that shoots out strong jets every few minutes. Then, you will make your way to Gullfoss waterfall, one of Iceland’s most beautiful natural wonders.
As an added optional, take part in a visit to the Secret Lagoon*. Overnight stay in Reykjavík.
*Optional visit to Secret Lagoon: Enjoy an authentic Icelandic experience by replenishing your body in warm, clean and sulfur-rich waters of the Secret Lagoon, Iceland’s oldest swimming pool, dating back to 1891. What makes it special are the rich natural resources of warm water coming from hot springs around it. With the pool water flowing continuously, it only takes about 24 hours for it to be completely replenished.
The water source comes straight from the Vaðmálahver, Básahver or Litli geysers and remains at a comfortable temperature of around 40 degree celsius all year round, perfect for a relaxing dip sure to help you decompress.
For Those who choose not to bathe in the lagoon, your driver and guide will take you to Skálholt, a historically significant sight nearby. For centuries it was one of Iceland’s two episcopal sees, making it a cultural and political center. The first official school in Iceland was also founded here.
Please note: The availability of this activity is limited due to its high demand. To guarantee your spot at Secret Lagoon, you MUST book your ticket at least 30 days in advance
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Klettur or similar
2294 Reviews
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Activities
Excursion to Golden Circle
Moderate
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Visit to Secret Lagoon
Light
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, head to the Blue Lagoon, one of Iceland's most iconic sites. You will then have the option to participate in the additional activity where you can bathe in the mineral-rich waters of the Blue Lagoon (additional fees)* or stroll along the walking path taking in the spectacular views of this majestic location. Overnight stay in Reykjavík.
*Optional Swim in the Blue Lagoon: 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 (first one free with your entrance ticket) and an in-water Mask Bar to slather on a silica mud mask. There are also saunas and steam rooms.
Please note: The availability of this activity is limited due to its high demand. To guarantee your spot at Blue Lagoon, you MUST book your ticket at least 30 days in advance.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Klettur or similar
2294 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Visit the Blue Lagoon
Light
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Breakfast at the hotel*. It's time to bid farewell to the captivating landscapes of Iceland. At the indicated time, self-transfer** to the airport for your flight back to the US.* Arrive in US and end your 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 private transfer can be added at an additional cost in the next step of the booking process.
Included activities
Available Activities
The price includes
- Included in all our trips. more information
- Departures from main US airports.
- International flights: US - Reykjavik - US.
- 6 nights accommodation in Charm category hotels.See hotels included
- 6 breakfasts.
- Airport-hotel-airport transfers not included.
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking guide.See itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- English-speaking guide during the whole trip.
Not included
Drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.
Additional information: we do not offer optional excursions to see the Northern Lights in Iceland as the unpredictable weather conditons mean we cannot guarantee the excursions will go ahead. If you are interested in taking any such excursion our local provider will be able to advise you when you arrive in the destination.
Please note: double beds in Iceland hotels are not always the standard American size and can sometimes be less wide.
Important: you will not meet your guide until the day after your arrive in Iceland, when you begin the tour of Reykjavik.
* For groups consisting of 2 to 17 people you will not have a tour leader. Instead, your English speaking driver, who is very knowledgeable, will be assisting you with local information.
Tips: we advise to bring good shoes since in winter many sites may be covered in snow as well as their paths. 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.
Entry requirements
Passport with a minimum of 6 months validity required.
Visa
No visa is required to enter the country.
Currency
Icelandic Krona.
Language
Icelandic.
Electricity
220 V. Standard european adapter required.
Health
There are no mandatory vaccinations.
Time zone
UTC.
Other useful information
Tap water is drinkable and probably even more healthy than bottled water, as it is sourced in general from the nearest glacier.
Tourist Office website
https://www.iceland.is/
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 cancelled without prior notice.
If you have reduced mobility/require the use of a wheelchair and prefer to go at your own pace, please contact our customer service team at +1 888-488-0592 or via our contact form.
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40%
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