Best of Iceland: Golden Circle & Snæfellsnes Peninsula
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Summary
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Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through Iceland's most stunning landscapes. From the vibrant city of Reykjavik to the serene beauty of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, this journey offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. Explore charming towns, majestic waterfalls, geothermal wonders, and breathtaking glaciers. Each day brings new experiences, from whale watching in Akureyri to hiking in Skaftafell National Park. Enjoy comfortable accommodations and delicious breakfasts as you immerse yourself in the natural splendor of Iceland. Join us for an adventure of a lifetime!
Included
7 breakfasts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Private minivan/bus, walking.
Standard hotel (6 nights), local guesthouse (2 nights).
hotel: 6 night(s), guesthouse: 2 night(s);
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group. Local guesthouse stay (Borgarfjörður). Mývatn lake visit. Vatnajökull glacier visit. Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon visit. Reynisfjara beach. Seljalandsfoss waterfall. The Golden Circle: Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir Hot Springs, and Þingvellir National Park. Enjoy a soak in Sky Lagoon just outside of the city. Day tour of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Destinations
Reykjavik
Akureyri
HöfnMap
Attractions
Akureyrarkirkja
Súgandisey Island Lighthouse
Great Geysir
Diamond Beach
Thingvellir National Park
Seljalandsfoss
Jökulsárlón
Akureyri Museum
Selatangar
Goðafoss
Námafjall Hverir Viewpoint
Skaftafell
GullfossDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Reykjavik
- Reykjavik - Arrival day
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- Inside the Volcano - Meeting Point
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Arrive at your leisure in Reykjavik. There are no scheduled activities until the evening, when you'll meet your CEO and fellow travelers for a welcome meeting.
Day 2 – Day 2: Reykjavik to Akureyri
- Reykjavik
- Akureyri
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- Akureyrarkirkja
- Akureyri Museum
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After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Akureyri, the Capital of the North. Explore the charming old town and enjoy optional activities like whale watching in Eyjafjörður. Overnight in Akureyri.
Day 3 – Day 3: Akureyri to Bakagerdi
- Akureyri
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- Mývatn
- Goðafoss
- Námafjall Hverir Viewpoint
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Journey to Mývatn Lake, stopping at the stunning Goðafoss waterfall. Explore the lava formations of Dimmuborgir and the geothermal area of Námafjall. Visit the powerful Dettifoss waterfall before reaching Bakagerdi for an overnight stay in a local guesthouse.
Day 4 – Day 4: Bakagerdi to Hofn
- Höfn
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- Svínafellsjökull útsýnisstaður
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Depart Bakagerdi and travel along the picturesque eastern fjords. En route to Hofn, catch a glimpse of the magnificent Vatnajökull glacier, the largest ice cap in Europe. Overnight in Hofn.
Day 5 – Day 5: Hofn to Vik
- Höfn
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- Diamond Beach
- Jökulsárlón
- Skaftafell
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Visit the breathtaking Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon and nearby Diamond Beach, where you might spot seals sunbathing on the ice. Continue to Skaftafell National Park for hiking or an optional glacier hike. End the day in the charming village of Vik.
Day 6 – Day 6: Vik to Reykjavik
- Reykjavik
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- Great Geysir
- Thingvellir National Park
- Seljalandsfoss
- Gullfoss
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Start the day with a visit to the black sand beach of Reynisfjara. Continue along the Golden Circle, stopping at the stunning Seljalandsfoss and Gullfoss waterfalls, Geysir Hot Springs, and Þingvellir National Park. Arrive in Reykjavik in the early evening.
Day 7 – Day 7: Reykjavik
- Reykjavik
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- Reykjavík's City Hall
- The Sun Voyager
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Join an optional snorkeling excursion at the Silfra fissure in Þingvellir National Park. Later, enjoy a walking tour of Reykjavik's city center with your CEO, followed by a relaxing soak at the Sky Lagoon.
Day 8 – Day 8: Reykjavik to Snæfellsnes Peninsula
- Reykjavik
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- Súgandisey Island Lighthouse
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Explore the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, made famous by Jules Verne's 'Journey to the Center of the Earth.' Discover moss-covered lava fields, picturesque mountains, black sand beaches, and charming fishing villages. Return to Reykjavik for the night.
Day 9 – Day 9: Reykjavik
- Reykjavik - Departure day
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Enjoy your final breakfast in Reykjavik before departing at any time. Safe travels!
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