Itinerary
- Day 1
Reykjavik
You'll land at Keflavik airport and catch the Flybus shuttle into Reykjavik where you're staying. If timing works out, there's time to wander around the capital on your own and get a feel for the city before settling in.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Reykjavik city at leisure
- Day 2
Reykjavik to Patreksfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur
Meet your guide early and head west toward the Westfjords. You'll check out the 3,400-year-old Grábróg volcanic crater for views across the valley, then walk through Eiríksstað with its Viking longhouse replica and living museum. Stop by Þingmannáa Waterfall, and after that arrive in the fishing village of Patreksfj, where you'll stay two nights.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Gr\u00e1br\u00f3k volcanic crater with 360-degree panoramic views
- Explore Eir\u00edkssta\u00f0ir replica longhouse and Viking living museum
- View \u00deingmanna\u00e1 Waterfall
Landmarks Gr\u00e1br\u00f3k Eir\u00edkssta\u00f0ir \u00deingmanna\u00e1 Waterfall 
- Day 3
Patreksfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur
This day focuses on the western coast. You'll see Rauðasandur beach with its red sand and turquoise water, stop at the Hnjótur Folk Museum to learn about local history, hike up to Látrabjarg seabird cliffs where puffins and other birds hang out, and pass by the historic Garðar shipwreck before heading back to Patreksfj.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Rau\u00f0asandur beach
- Explore Hnj\u00f3tur Folk Museum
- Visit L\u00e1trabjarg seabird cliffs
- Visit Gar\u00f0ar shipwreck
Landmarks Rau\u00f0asandur Hnj\u00f3tur Folk Museum L\u00e1trabjarg Gar\u00f0ar shipwreck - Day 4
Patreksfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur to \u00cdsafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur
You'll walk to the tiered Dynjandi waterfall and then visit the pier at Öundarfjörður. Later, explore the village of Flateyri and stop into the historic Gamla bókabúðin bookstore from 1914. There's time to learn about the 1995 avalanche and how the town protected itself since then. By evening, you'll be in Ísafjörður, the largest town in the Westfjords.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Dynjandi waterfall
- Explore \u00d6nundarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur pier
- Visit Flateyri village and Gamla b\u00f3kab\u00fa\u00f0in bookstore
Optional Activities
- Browse for unique souvenirs at Gamla b\u00f3kab\u00fa\u00f0in
Landmarks Dynjandi \u00d6nundarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur Flateyri Gamla b\u00f3kab\u00fa\u00f0in - Day 5
\u00cdsafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur
Start early climbing Bolafjall mountain for cliff views from the steel platform at the top. You'll visit the Ósvör Maritime Museum to see a restored 19th-century fishing hut and learn about rowboat fishing. Walk around Suðureyri to see the fishing heritage. The afternoon is yours to relax or, if interested, take an optional ATV tour or head to Vigur island to spot puffins.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Bolafjall mountain viewing platform
- Explore \u00d3sv\u00f6r Maritime Museum
Optional Activities
- Walk through Su\u00f0ureyri and sample local seafood
- ATV tour around \u00cdsafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur
- Visit Vigur island for wildlife viewing
Landmarks Bolafjall \u00d3sv\u00f6r Maritime Museum Su\u00f0ureyri Vigur - Day 6
\u00cdsafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur to Brei\u00f0afj\u00f6r\u00f0ur
Travel through the Ísafjardardúp fjords, keeping an eye out for whales. Stop at the Saltverk factory to see how they use geothermal heat to make salt. Then visit the Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft in Hólmavík to explore folklore and historical artifacts. End the day in West Iceland near Breiðafjörður Bay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Saltverk salt factory
- Explore Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft
Optional Activities
- Whale watching along \u00cdsafjar\u00f0ardj\u00fap fjords
Landmarks Saltverk H\u00f3lmav\u00edk Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft Brei\u00f0afj\u00f6r\u00f0ur Bay - Day 7
Brei\u00f0afj\u00f6r\u00f0ur to Reykjavik
You'll head back toward Reykjavik with several stops. First, see the Hraunfossar lava waterfalls where glacial water flows through rocks. Stop at a local horse farm to meet Icelandic horses up close. Back in Reykjavik, you'll check out Hallgrímskirkja church, walk through the university area, stroll the harbor, and finish at Harpan concert hall.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Hraunfossar lava waterfalls
- Visit Icelandic horse stables
- Explore Reykjavik including Hallgr\u00edmskirkja church, University campus, and harbor
Landmarks Hraunfossar Hallgr\u00edmskirkja University of Iceland Reykjavik Harbour Harpan - Day 8
Reykjavik
Your trip wraps up after breakfast. The Flybus shuttle will pick you up from your accommodation in Reykjavik and take you to Keflavik airport for your flight home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
