3 Day - Golden Circle, South Coast, Jökulsárlón & Ice Cave
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable three-day journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Iceland. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of history, geology, and natural beauty, taking you from the historic Thingvellir National Park to the mesmerizing Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. Experience the thrill of walking behind a waterfall, exploring an ice cave, and hiking on a glacier. Marvel at the power of geysers and the tranquility of black sand beaches. And if the conditions are right, you might even catch a glimpse of the elusive Northern Lights. This tour is perfect for those seeking adventure and a deep connection with nature.
Included
English Speaking Tour Guide
Certified Glacier Guide
Free WiFi on Board Your Bus
All Required Safety Equipment
All Necessary Glacier Equipment
Ice Cave Visit and Glacier Hiking
Highlights of the South Coast
Highlights of the South Coast
Guided Minibus Tour
Pick-up & drop off from Reykjavík
Hotel Breakfasts on Days 2 & 3
vegetarian, vegan, meat
Hotel Room with Private Bathroom for 2 nights
Destinations
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Reykjavík - Golden Circle - South Coast
- Reykjavik - Arrival day
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- Great Geysir
- Thingvellir National Park
- Seljalandsfoss
- Skógafoss
- Black Sand Beach Vik
- Gullfoss
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Your Icelandic adventure begins in Reykjavík, from where we'll drive to the historic Thingvellir National Park. Here, you'll explore the site of the world's oldest parliament and the meeting point of two tectonic plates. Next, we'll visit the Geysir Hot Springs and the magnificent Gullfoss Waterfall. After lunch, we'll head to the South Coast, stopping at the Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls. The day ends at the dramatic Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, where you'll witness the power of the ocean and the beauty of basalt sea stacks. If conditions permit, we'll go on a Northern Light walk in the evening. Overnight stay will be at a nearby hotel.
Day 2 – Day 2: Vík - Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon - Ice Cave
- Vik
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- Diamond Beach
- Jökulsárlón
- Reynisdrangar
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After breakfast, we'll continue eastwards, stopping at the village of Vík for a different view of the Reynisdrangar peaks. We'll then drive to the mesmerizing Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where you'll see floating icebergs and possibly capture the photo of a lifetime. The day's highlight is a visit to a natural ice cave, an unforgettable experience. Depending on conditions, we'll visit either the Crystal Cave at Breiðamerkurjökull or the Katla Ice Cave. We'll end the day at our hotel, where we'll have another chance to spot the Northern Lights if conditions are favorable.
Day 3 – Day 3: Vatnajökull National Park - Glacier Hike - Reykjavík
- Reykjavik - Departure day
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- Fjaðrárgljúfur
- Svínafellsjökull útsýnisstaður
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On the final day, we'll venture into the Vatnajökull National Park, Europe's largest national park, for a thrilling glacier hike on the Virkisjökull glacier. You'll spend about an hour on the glacier, exploring its stunning surroundings and impressive formations. After the hike, we'll visit the breathtaking Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon on our way back to Reykjavík, where we'll arrive in the evening.
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