Iceland: Land of Fire & Ice (2025)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating multi-day tour that unveils the dramatic contrasts of Iceland. This journey will take you through steaming lava fields, massive glaciers, thundering waterfalls, and plunging fjords. Starting in the capital city of Reykjavík, you'll explore renowned natural wonders, visit old fishing towns, and learn about geothermal renewable energy. You'll also have the chance to sample fresh seafood, visit a local wool dyeing studio, and soak in the Blue Lagoon. This tour is a perfect blend of nature, culture, and adventure, offering an unforgettable Icelandic experience.
Included
8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 5 dinners
Transport included
Day 1 to 2: Centerhotel Plaza
Day 3 to 4: Fosshotel
Day 5 to 7: Dyrholaey Hotel
Day 8: Centerhotel Plaza
hotel: 8 night(s);
The services of a guide are included
Must-See Inclusions:
Travel to the Golden Circle, one of many of Iceland's natural wonders.
Gain a local's perspective of Reykjavík on a walking tour.
Journey to the spectacular Gullfoss waterfall.
Cultural Experiences:
Savor Viking sushi aboard a Breiðafjördur cruise.
Explore Icelandic life at the Skógar Museum.
Glide past icebergs on an amphibian boat cruise of the ice strewn Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon.
Culinary Inclusions:
Relish Iceland’s local delicacies during a visit to a family-owned dairy farm.
Taste Icelandic cuisine at a popular local restaurant.
Highlights
Reykjavík
Golden Circle
Thingvellir National Park
Gullfoss
Geysir
Akranes
Breidafjördur Bay Cruise
Lava Exhibition Center
Vík
Skógar Museum
Skógafoss
Sólheimajöull Glacier
Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon
Seljalandsfoss
Blue Lagoon
Destinations
Stykkishólmsbær
Reykjavik
GrundarfjarðarbærMap
Attractions
Reykjavík 871±2
Old Akranes Lighthouse
Skógafoss
Vatnajökull National Park
The Geothermal Energy Exhibition
Stykkishólmskirkja Church
Garður Old LighthouseDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Iceland
- Reykjavik - Arrival day
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Begin your Icelandic adventure with a journey through the country's dramatic landscapes. From steaming lava fields to massive glaciers that sculpt mountains and valleys, you'll be captivated by the natural beauty of this unique destination.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Reykjavík
- Reykjavik
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- Reykjavík 871±2
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Start your day in the capital city of Reykjavík. Get acquainted with your fellow travelers over an Icelandic lunch before embarking on a walking tour of The Old City. Discover the city hall, the harbor, the Parliament building, and a nearby cathedral dating back to 1796.
Day 3 – Day 3: Golden Circle Tour
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- Great Geysir
- Thingvellir National Park
- Esjurætur - Hiking Center
- Gullfoss
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Travel the Golden Circle and marvel at the double-cascade Gullfoss waterfall, the explosive Geysir thermal area, and the famous Thingvellir National Park. Enjoy a light lunch at a family-run dairy farm and end your day with a visit to Friðheimar’s stud farm and greenhouse cultivation center.
Day 4 – Day 4: Akranes and Reykholt
- Western Region
- Reykjavik
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- Old Akranes Lighthouse
- Barnafossar
- Deildartunguhver
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Explore the western side of Iceland’s coastline and visit Akranes, an old fishing town at the base of Akrafjall Mountain. Continue to Deildartunguhver, the highest-flowing hot spring in Europe, and visit Barnafoss, known as 'the Children’s Falls'. Your day ends in the charming village of Reykholt.
Day 5 – Day 5: Stykkishólmur and Grundarfjörður
- Stykkishólmsbær
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- Kirkjufellsfossar
- Bjarnarhöfn Shark Museum
- Kirkjufell
- Stykkishólmskirkja Church
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Begin your day with stunning views on your way to Stykkishólmur, located in the northern part of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Join a nature cruise of Breiðafjörður Bay and sample fresh scallops and sea urchin roe straight from the ocean. Take in views of Mount Kirkjufell and witness Kirkjufellsfoss, a beautiful series of waterfalls, before returning to Reykholt for an evening at leisure.
Day 6 – Day 6: Hellisheiðavirkjun and Vík
Day 6: Hellisheiðavirkjun and Vík
- Hálsanefshellir cave
- Seljalandsfoss
- The Geothermal Energy Exhibition
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Learn about geothermal renewable energy on a visit to Hellisheiðavirkjun, the largest power station in Iceland. Visit the Lava Exhibition Center and delve into Iceland’s past and present volcanic eruptions. Afterward, witness Seljalandsfoss, a rushing waterfall where you may walk behind the water for unique views from the inside out. Arrive in Vík, Iceland's southernmost village, and one of the most remarkable spots in Iceland.
Day 7 – Day 7: Skógar Museum and Sólheimajökull Glacier
Day 7: Skógar Museum and Sólheimajökull Glacier
- Skógafoss
- Skógar Museum
- Dyrhólaey lighthouse
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Drive along the scenic south shore to the Skógar Museum. Discover its turf-built houses and its collection of farm and domestic artifacts. Nearby, find the impressive Skógafoss waterfall, one of the tallest in Iceland. Behold Reynisfjara, a black volcanic sand beach scattered with caves and surrounded by basalt columns and cliffs. Cap off your day with a visit to Sólheimajökull Glacier, part of Iceland’s fourth largest ice cap.
Day 8 – Day 8: Vatnajökull National Park and Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon
Day 8: Vatnajökull National Park and Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon
- Jökulsárlón
- Vatnajökull National Park
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Travel through the area of Vatnajökull, Iceland’s largest National Park. On your way to Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon, marvel at the vistas and snowy mountain peaks as you board a cruise on an amphibian boat along the huge icebergs. Explore this extraordinary landscape as you search for seals swimming in cold waters.
Day 9 – Day 9: Reykjanes Peninsula and Blue Lagoon
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- Reykjanes Lighthouse
- Garður Old Lighthouse
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Make your way back to Reykjavik while taking in stunning backdrops as you approach the Reykjanes Peninsula. Visit a local studio and learn about Icelandic traditions of wool dyeing using natural ingredients and traditional techniques. Later this day, visit the Blue Lagoon and soak in the warm, mineral-rich waters, located in the heart of a dramatic lava field.
Day 10 – Day 10: Departure
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Your Icelandic adventure comes to an end. Depart for home with memories of your journey through the Land of Fire and Ice.
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