Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Reykjavik
You'll arrive in Reykjavik whenever your flight gets in, so the day is yours to settle in. There's nothing scheduled until the evening when you'll meet your CEO and the rest of the group at a welcome meeting. It's a good time to grab dinner on your own and get oriented to the city if you want.
Included Activities
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Day 2
Reykjavik to Akureyri
After breakfast you'll head north from Reykjavik by private vehicle to Akureyri, known as the Capital of the North. Once there, wander through the old town and grab lunch at one of the local spots if you're interested. The Eyjafjordur area is great for spotting local wildlife and checking out small villages along the way. There's an optional whale-watching tour available in the evening if that appeals to you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore Akureyri old town
Optional Activities
- Lunch at local eateries in Akureyri
- Whale Watching from Akureyri
Landmarks/POIs Akureyri Eyjafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur - Day 3
Akureyri to Bakagerdi (Borgarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur)
Traveling south today takes you through Iceland's dramatic landscapes with stops at Godafoss waterfall en route. You'll explore the lava formations at Dimmuborgir and the geothermal area near Myvatn lake. Before heading to your overnight guesthouse in Bakagerdi, the itinerary includes a visit to Dettifoss, one of Europe's most powerful waterfalls. It's a full day of scenery and natural wonders.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Godafoss Waterfall Visit
- Myvatn Geothermal Lake Visit
- Dimmuborgir Lava Fields Visit
- Námaskarð Visit
- Dettifoss Waterfall Visit
Landmarks/POIs Goðafoss Waterfall Mývatn Lake Dimmuborgir Námaskarð Dettifoss Waterfall - Day 4
Bakagerdi (Borgarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur) to Hofn
Leaving Bakagerdi, you'll drive along the eastern fjords coastline toward Hofn. The route keeps you close to Vatnajokull, Europe's largest ice cap, with several scenic stops built in so you can take in the views and get photos. It's mostly a travel day but with plenty of opportunities to get out and look around.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Vatnajökull Glacier - Day 5
Hofn to Vík
Today centers on Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon where massive icebergs float toward shore and seals hang out on the bright blue ice. There's an optional boat tour through the lagoon if you want to get closer. Nearby Diamond Beach has crystal-clear chunks of glacier ice scattered across black sand, worth spending time exploring. You can either hike through Skaftafell National Park or take an optional glacier hike with equipment. Later you'll head to Vik for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Visit
Optional Activities
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Boat Ride (5700-9800ISK per person)
- Skaftafell National Park Glacier Hike (10990ISK per person)
Landmarks/POIs Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Diamond Beach Breiðamerkurjökull Glacier Skaftafell National Park - Day 6
Vík to Reykjavik via Golden Circle
The drive back to Reykjavik follows the famous Golden Circle route with several stops. You'll see Reynisfjara beach, then visit Seljalandsfoss and Gullfoss waterfalls. After that comes Geysir Hot Springs and Thingvellir National Park before arriving in Reykjavik by early evening. It's a scenic route with plenty of photo opportunities along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Reynisfjara Beach
- Seljalandsfoss Waterfall Visit
- Gullfoss Waterfall Visit
- Geysir Visit
- Thingvellir National Park Visit
Landmarks/POIs Reynisfjara Beach Seljalandsfoss Waterfall Gullfoss Waterfall Geysir Hot Springs Thingvellir National Park - Day 7
Reykjavik
This morning there's an optional snorkeling trip to Silfra where you can see the tectonic plates meeting in Thingvellir National Park. Later you'll meet your CEO for a walking tour through Reykjavik's city center to check out the main sights and neighborhoods. After the walk, you'll head to Sky Lagoon for a relaxing soak in the geothermal waters, which is a nice way to end the day.
Included Activities
- Reykjavik City Tour
- Sky Lagoon Geothermal Hot Springs
Optional Activities
- Silfra Fissure Snorkelling in Thingvellir National Park (17490ISK per person)
Landmarks/POIs Thingvellir National Park Silfra Fissure Sky Lagoon - Day 8
Snaefellsnes Peninsula
The Snaefellsnes Peninsula gets a full day visit, famous from Jules Verne's novel. You'll see moss-covered lava fields, mountains, black sand beaches, and dramatic sea cliffs all in one day. Small fishing villages dot the coastline and the views just keep changing as you drive around. It's a long day but shows off Iceland's variety in a single route.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Landmarks/POIs Snaefellsnes Peninsula - Day 9
Departure
You'll depart Reykjavik anytime that works for you, wrapping up the tour. Head to the airport whenever your flight is scheduled and make your way home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
