12 Day Iceland, Natural Force & Beauty 2018 Itinerary
12 days
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Small Group Tour
3 Reykjavík, 2 Borgarfjordur, 1 Siglufjörður, 2 Akureyri, 2 Hella
Overview
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
Highlights
- Thanks to our small group size, we can get to the heart of our destination, visit places that other tours miss, and get to know the locals. Tour Reykjavík, a buzzing city combining cosmopolitan and traditional trends Travel to the picturesque Borgarfjordur region, well-known for its astonishing natural beauty and historical heritage Explore an Ice Cave inside Langjökull Glacier, a once-in-a-lifetime experience Taste “hakarl,” Icelandic fermented shark, at the Bjarnarhöfn Shark Farm Visit Snæfellsjökull National Park, dramatic setting for Jules Verne's Journey to the Center of the Earth Visit the award-winning Herring Era Museum in Siglufjörður, the nearest town to the Arctic Circle View Godafoss, the “waterfall of the gods,” one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Iceland Pamper yourself with a soak in the warm geothermal Myvatn Nature Baths, with beautiful views over the Lake Myvatn area Enjoy a whale watching expedition from Húsavík harbor, considered the Whale Capital of Iceland Visit the remarkable geological and historical site of Þingvellir National Park, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour Iceland’s most famous natural wonders in the Golden Circle, including Gullfoss Waterfall and the famous Strokkur Geysir At Friðheimar Greenhouse, learn how pesticide-free tomatoes are grown with geothermal heat Travel along the wondrous southern coast, with its stark black sand beaches and waterfalls, and stunning views of Hekla and Eyjafjallajökull volcanoes Attend a unique performance of the famed Icelandic horses Visit the Hellisheidi Geothermal Power Plant and learn about geothermal power production in Iceland Enjoy a soothing experience in the warm and mineral-rich geothermal waters at the Blue Lagoon
What's this trip about?
3 Reykjavík, 2 Borgarfjordur, 1 Siglufjörður, 2 Akureyri, 2 Hella
Details
Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide
Travel Themes
Destinations
Attractions
Trip includes
- Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed Round trip flights New York-Reykjavik, Reykjavik-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges Intra-flight: Akureyri-Reykjavik 10 nights accommodations
- 3 nights Reykjavík 2 nights Borgarfjordur 1 night Siglufjörður 2 nights Akureyri 2 nights Hella All transfers and sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned vehicles 23 meals: 11 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners with wine Bottled water during sightseeing excursions Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Comprehensive, guided sightseeing and entrance fees per itinerary Active itinerary with unique cultural features
Itinerary
DAY 1, Sunday - Depart for Iceland
Depart for Reykjavík, Iceland
DAY 2, Monday - Reykjavik City Tour
Welcome to Iceland, the “Land of the Midnight Sun” - an island of dramatic contrasts forged by fire and ice. Upon arrival, transfer to Reykjavík, the world’s most northerly capital. After breakfast, your discovery of this modern city begins at Reykjavík University. Conti...
DAY 3, Tuesday - Picturesque Borgarfjörður, Langjökull Glacier Ice Cave, Husafell
Depart Reykjavik and travel to the picturesque Borgarfjordur region in the western part of Iceland, renowned for its astonishing natural beauty and historical heritage. View Deildartunguhver springs, Europe's most powerful hot spring. See Reykholt and the former home of ...
DAY 4, Wednesday - The Snæfellsnes Peninsula
The exploration of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula begins in the charming fishing village of Stykkishólmur. From the harbor, set sail on a fjord boat tour to view the jagged and rocky islands of Breidafjordur Bay. Nearing the island cliffs, admire the colorful bird life and go...
DAY 5, Thursday - Skagafjörður, Glaumbaer Museum, Herring Era Museum, Siglufjörður
A change in scenery today as you travel through fertile farmlands to the Skagafjörður area, a major Icelandic horse breeding region with a strong agricultural history. Visit the Glaumbaer Museum, featuring a renovated turf farm and timber buildings, showcasing rural 18th...
DAY 6, Friday - Akureyri, Godafoss Waterfall, Lake Mývatn, Nature Baths
After breakfast, depart Siglufjörður and drive through the Héðinsfjarðargöng tunnels and the villages of Ólafsfjörður and Dalvík to Akureyri, the unofficial capital of northern Iceland. Then continue to the Lake Myvatn area for a day of breathtaking vistas and fascinatin...
DAY 7, Saturday - Husavik, Whale Watching Boat Tour, Ásbyrgi National Park
A fabulous adventure awaits you today! In Husavik, whale-watching capital of Iceland, view the colorful houses, unique museums, and stunning snow-capped peaks across the bay in one of the northeast’s prettiest fishing towns. Here, set sail on Skjalfandi Bay for an exciti...
DAY 8, Sunday - Historic Þingvellir, Gullfoss Waterfall, Strokkur Geysir, Friðheimar Greenhouse
A short flight from Akureyri takes you back to the Reykjavik area. Upon arrival, a visit to the remarkable geological and historical site of Þingvellir where the Vikings established the world’s first democratic parliament in 930 AD. In the canyon that runs through the pa...
DAY 9, Monday - South Shore Adventure
Journey today along the rugged landscape of Iceland‘s wondrous southern coast, with its stark and stunning black sand beaches, hot springs, waterfalls, and volcanic landscapes, leading to the dramatic sea cliffs of Dyrhólaey and the Reynisdrangar basalt columns rising ou...
DAY 10, Tuesday - Icelandic Horse Performance, Geothermal Energy Exhibition, Reykjavik
Today, travel northward through "saga" country to a local horse farm where you have the chance to see purebred Icelandic horses. The Icelandic horse breed has remained virtually unchanged since the Vikings brought them to Iceland in the 9th century. Attend a powerful per...
DAY 11, Wednesday - Blue Lagoon, Farewell Dinner
This morning a truly delightful experience awaits you at the spectacular Blue Lagoon, with its warm and mineral-rich geothermal waters. Bathe in the soothing milky blue-green water, relax in a steam bath, or invigorate yourself under a Blue Lagoon waterfall. The high nat...
DAY 12, Thursday - Depart Iceland
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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Last Updated: 7/15/2018
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Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers, but does include flight Akureyri-Reykjavik.
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