Þingvellir National Park

Þingvellir National Park is the historic location where Iceland’s first parliament, the Althingi, was founded in 930 AD. It is recognized for its cultural and geological importance and is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

30 min

Geysir Geothermal Area

The Geysir Geothermal Area features bubbling hot springs and steam vents. Strokkur, an active geyser here, erupts every few minutes, sending boiling water up to 25 meters into the air.

30 min

Þingvellir Rift Valley

Þingvellir National Park, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates separate by roughly two centimeters each year. The park is historically important as the location where Iceland’s Althingi, one of the earliest parliamentary assemblies in the world, was founded in 930 AD.

30 min

Hvolsvöllur Accommodation

The minibus transports guests to accommodation in Hvolsvöllur, located away from city noise and light pollution. Under clear skies and favorable conditions, there is a good chance to see the Northern Lights outside the lodging.

Seljalandsfoss Waterfall

Seljalandsfoss is a waterfall that can be walked behind, providing a view of the cascade from all sides. It is one of the few waterfalls worldwide where visitors can experience the fall from inside.

30 min

Skógafoss Waterfall

Skógafoss is a waterfall where the Skógaá River drops 60 meters over a cliff into a narrow gorge. The water then continues through the landscape toward the Atlantic Ocean.

30 min

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach features strong waves from the Atlantic Ocean crashing against cliffs topped with basalt formations. The beach is known for its dark volcanic sand and unusual rock structures that define this coastal area of Iceland.

30 min

Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike

The included glacier hike takes place on Sólheimajökull, a glacier in South Iceland. This guided moderate hike crosses glacial ice streaked with volcanic ash and is surrounded by unusual landscapes.

180 min

Vík í Mýrdal Village

The day ends in the village of Vík í Mýrdal, where guests stay overnight. The village has low light pollution, offering good conditions for viewing the Northern Lights if weather permits.

Diamond Beach

Breiðamerkursandur, or Diamond Beach, is a black sand shore known for icebergs that wash ashore from the nearby glacier lagoon. These ice pieces sparkle against the dark sand as they drift toward the Atlantic Ocean.

30 min

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon is a large body of water filled with icebergs that have broken off from nearby glaciers. During the winter months, the lagoon becomes a gathering place for hundreds of seals that come to hunt, contributing to the area's natural wildlife presence.

30 min

Vatnajökull Crystal Ice Cave

Inside Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, visitors explore the Crystal Ice Cave. This experience reveals natural ice formations shaped over time.

180 min

Hvannadalshnjúkur Peak

Hvannadalshnjúkur stands as Iceland’s tallest mountain at 2,110 meters and lies along the rim of Öræfajökull’s crater, which is among the most powerful volcanoes in the country. This peak is a prominent element within Iceland’s volcanic terrain.

Djúpivogur Village

On the fourth day, the tour explores the East Fjords, an area known for mountain ridges and unique wildlife, including wild reindeer found only here in Iceland. The Vatnajökull glacier is visible to the west while passing fishing villages that reflect the region’s fishing heritage. The first stop is Djúpivogur, a village that is part of the Cittaslow movement promoting a slower pace of life.

30 min

Búlandstindur Mountain

The first stop in the East Fjords region is near Búlandstindur, a pyramid-shaped mountain known for its symmetrical form that towers over the area.

Finnstaðir Farm and Icelandic Horses

At Finnstaðir farm, local farmers Helga and Siggi introduce visitors to the Icelandic horse, a breed recognized for being calm and sociable. These horses accommodate riders of every ability, from novices to those with extensive experience.

120 min

Lake Lagarfljót and Hallormsstaðarskógur

Lake Lagarfljót is said to be home to the Lagarfljótsormur, a sea serpent similar to Scotland’s Loch Ness Monster, with the last reported sighting in 2012. Nearby is Hallormsstaðarskógur, Iceland’s largest forest, located on the lake’s shore.

Vök Baths Geothermal Retreat

Vök Baths is an optional geothermal spa on Lake Urriðavatn, available at personal cost. Visitors can relax in floating hot spring pools on the lake or use onshore hot pools, an outdoor pool bar, sauna, and cold tunnel with mist shower. The baths offer a chance to see the Northern Lights on clear nights.

120 min

Námafjall Geothermal Area

Near Námaskarð Pass, the Námafjall geothermal area features sulfurous mud springs and steaming fumaroles within the Krafla volcano fissure zone, connecting to Lake Mývatn.

30 min

Dimmuborgir Lava Fields

Dimmuborgir, meaning "Dark Castles," is a large area of lava formations near Lake Mývatn created when lava flowed into marshlands, resulting in unusual and dramatic lava structures.

30 min

Lake Mývatn Region

Lake Mývatn and its surroundings are volcanic, with nine eruptions between 1975 and 1984 and a continental drift of 4.8 meters. The lake contains Arctic char and drains into the Laxá River, known for brown trout fishing. The area is among the coldest in Iceland during winter.

30 min

Goðafoss Waterfall

Goðafoss, whose name translates to "Waterfall of the Gods" and is pronounced "GO-thuh-foss," is a significant waterfall in Iceland that also holds considerable historical importance.

30 min

Akureyri Town

The tour concludes in Akureyri, regarded as the northern capital and serving as a major fishing hub and port in Iceland. Accommodation is provided here overnight, with a chance to observe the Northern Lights if the skies are clear.

Akureyri Town Center

Akureyri, with a population of about 20,000, is known as the Capital of the North. The town has a warm atmosphere and distinctive features such as heart-shaped stop signs at traffic lights.

Hauganes Harbor and Black Sand Beach

The small town of Hauganes includes a harbor area suitable for walking and a black sand beach. These are set with views of tall mountains and the ocean.

60 min