7-Nights Best of Iceland - Explorations – Small Group from $5,949

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OFFER ID 1689929

Best of Iceland
Encounter a world of untamed beauty as you discover Iceland’s adventurous landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Travel the stunning Golden Circle and visit Thingvellir National Park, Geysir thermal field, and the awe-inspiring Gullfoss Waterfall. Interact with friendly Icelandic horses. Go whale watching in Skjálfandi Bay aboard specialized RIB Zodiac boats. Savor Icelandic delicacies during a visit to a local goat farm. Ascend the Langjökull Glacier in a super truck surrounded by uninterrupted mountain scenery. In Reykjavík, choose between taking a dip in the famous Sky Lagoon or a thrilling virtual experience ride. From ethereal lava fields to thundering waterfalls and coastal villages, this tour reveals the island’s dramatic contrasts.


7 nights from $5,949 per person

Itinerary

Day 1 Overnight Flight
You’re on your way to Iceland, a land forged by fire and ice, where adventurous landscapes give way to a rich cultural heritage. Prepare to discover the dramatic contrasts from ethereal lava fields and thundering waterfalls to charming coastal villages.

Day 2 Reykjavík, Iceland
Hotel: Centerhotel Miðgardur
Arrive in Reykjavík, Iceland’s vibrant capital. Explore the city’s old core on a guided walking tour featuring the Parliament, harbor, city hall, and the city’s oldest building. Marvel at the dazzling glass façade of the Harpa Concert Hall, a true marvel of modern architecture. This evening, join your fellow travelers for dinner featuring fresh Icelandic ingredients at a local restaurant.(D)

Day 3 Reykjavík - Golden Circle - Reykjavík
Hotel: Centerhotel Miðgardur
Travel the Golden Circle to see Iceland's most iconic natural wonders, including the Mid-Atlantic Ridge in Thingvellir National Park, where you can walk between two continents. Visit a geothermal bakery to see how Icelanders use natural steam to cook food underground, and taste the delicious, slow-cooked “lava bread.” Continue along the Golden Circle and take in the beauty of the Gullfoss (Golden Falls) double-cascade waterfall before visiting the explosive Strokkur fountain geyser. Return to Reykjavík for an evening at leisure.(B)

Day 4 Reykjavík - Húsafell - Langjökull Glacier - Borgarnes
Hotel: Hotel Hamar
This morning, travel inland to Húsafell to view its misty waterfalls cascading over ancient lava rocks. Experience an Impact Moment during a visit to an Icelandic goat farm, where you’ll learn how local farmer Jóhanna helped revive this historic breed, dating back to Iceland’s earliest settlers. Enjoy a simple meal of homemade specialties before continuing onward. Then, bundle up for an adventurous ascent of Langjökull glacier* via mountain truck. Go “Into the Glacier” to explore the shimmering blue ice inside the world’s largest man-made ice tunnel.** End the day in Borgarnes, your home for the next 2 nights.(B, L, D)

Day 5 Borgarnes - Snæfellsnes Peninsula - Borgarnes
Hotel: Hotel Hamar
Journey to the stunning Snæfellsnes Peninsula with its camera-ready black sand beaches, mountain peaks, volcanic craters, rocky coastlines, and tiny fishing villages. Enjoy free time for lunch in Arnarstapi, a beautiful, small fishing village at the foot of Mt. Stapafell, framed by columnar basalt and striking sea cliffs. In the afternoon, take in views on Mount Kirkjufell, with its iconic shape and freestanding form — this is one of the most photographed landscapes in Iceland.(B, D)

Day 6 Borgarnes - Norðurland Vestra region - Húsavík
Hotel: Fosshotel
Today, head to the scenic Norðurland Vestra region, celebrated for its horse-breeding heritage. Visit a family-owned farm, grab your camera for a photo tour of the stables and interact with these friendly animals and their caretakers. En route, stop at one of Iceland's most historic waterfalls, Goðafoss, where legend says Iceland converted to Christianity in AD 1000. End your day in Húsavík, one of the first settlements on the island.(B, D)

Day 7 Húsavík - Lake Mývatn - Húsavík - Whale Watching
Hotel: Fosshotel
This morning, take in the otherworldly landscapes surrounding Lake Mývatn, including the Hverir geothermal area, where bubbling mud pools resemble Martian terrain. Join your Tour Manager for a hike through Dimmuborgir, where fantastical lava formations and mystical caves inspire Icelandic legends. After free time for lunch, gear up in thermal wear to join expert whale watchers on a cruise on Skjálfandi Bay. Aboard RIB Zodiacs, get as close as you can to whales in northern Iceland. You may see humpback, minke, fin, or harbor porpoise, and possibly the orca or giant blue whales that frequent these waters.(B)

Day 8 Húsavík - Akureyri - Reykjavík
Hotel: Centerhotel Miðgardur
This morning, fly*** back to Reykjavík. Then, it’s your choice! Experience the Icelandic tradition of geothermal bathing with a dip in the warm, mineral-rich waters of scenic Sky Lagoon**** -OR- take a thrilling virtual experience ride, giving you the feeling of flying over Iceland’s glaciers, fjords, and most iconic landscapes. Gather this evening for a farewell dinner at a restaurant highlighting Icelandic cuisine.(B, D)

Day 9 Reykjavík - Tour Ends
Head home having uncovered Iceland’s adventurous side.(B)

Featured Destinations
Husavik
Borgarnes
Reykjavik

Vacation Details

Valid Date Ranges
07/02/2027 - 07/10/2027
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07/23/2027 - 07/31/2027
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07/30/2027 - 08/07/2027
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08/06/2027 - 08/14/2027
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08/27/2027 - 09/04/2027
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09/17/2027 - 09/25/2027
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05/19/2028 - 05/27/2028
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06/02/2028 - 06/10/2028
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06/23/2028 - 07/01/2028
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* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
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Length
7 Nights
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Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability and change without notice. Prices reflect land only accommodations, airfare is additional. Blackout dates/seasonal supplements may apply. Itinerary and map subject to change. Prices subject to availability and changes without notice. Some restrictions may apply.

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