NATURAL WONDERS OF ICELAND
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Iceland. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of natural wonders, historical sites, and cultural experiences. From the UNESCO heritage site of Thingvellir National Park to the stunning waterfalls of Gullfoss, Skogarfoss, and Seljalandsfoss, you'll be captivated by the beauty of this Nordic island. Explore the volcanic landscapes of the Lava Center, the black sand beach of Reynisfjara, and the impressive Fjadrargljufur canyon. Discover the geothermal wonders of Hverir and the volcanic crater of Grabrok. Marvel at the largest hot spring in Europe, Deildartunguhver, and the picturesque town of Borgarnes. End your journey with a relaxing dip in the world-renowned Blue Lagoon. Each day is packed with adventure, relaxation, and discovery, making this tour a must for any travel enthusiast.
Included
•Welcome reception with 1 drink and finger food snack
•Breakfast daily and 4 dinners
•Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
•Reykjavik: Fosshotel Hotel or similar
•Selfoss: South Coast Hotel or similar
•Vik: Hotel Vik i Myrdal or similar
•Breiddalsvik (Eastfjords area): Fosshotel Eastfjords or similar
•Akureyri: Icelandair Hotel Akureyri or similar
•Reykholt: Fosshotel Reykholt or similar
•Professional Tour Director throughout
Included Features:
•Airport transfers in Reykjavik on days 1 and 8
•Selected hotels, rooms with private facilities
•Service charges and hotel taxes
•Luggage handling (1 pc per person)
•Professional Tour Director throughout
•Whisper technology enhanced touring
•Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
•Welcome reception with 1 drink and finger food snack
•Breakfast daily and 4 dinners
•Greenhouse visit, including light lunch: tomato soup with freshly baked bread
•Admission to the Exhibition & Cinema with observation platform - LAVA Centre
•Aurora Northern lights Planetarium Show & Observation deck – Perlan
•Admission to the Blue Lagoon, including a towel and a drink
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival and Welcome Reception
Day 1: Arrival and Welcome Reception
Upon your arrival at KEF airport, you will be transferred to your hotel. If you arrive early, you can enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax and settle in. In the evening, you'll meet your fellow travelers at a welcome reception.
Day 2 – Day 2: Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss, and Great Geyser
Day 2: Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss, and Great Geyser
- Thingvellir National Park
- Great Geysir
- Ægissíðufoss Waterfall
- Gullfoss
- More
The day begins with a visit to the UNESCO heritage site, Thingvellir National Park, where you can witness the meeting point of the European and American tectonic plates. From there, we continue to the stunning Gullfoss waterfall and the Great Geyser, one of Iceland's most significant natural attractions. Enjoy a unique lunch experience at the Fridheimar tomato farm before returning to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3 – Day 3: Lava Center, Waterfalls, and Reynisfjara
Day 3: Lava Center, Waterfalls, and Reynisfjara
- Seljalandsfoss
- Skógafoss
- LAVA Centre
- More
Today, we'll explore the interactive Lava Center in Hvolsvollur, where you can learn about Iceland's volcanic activity. We'll then visit the beautiful Skogarfoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls. The day concludes with a visit to the black sand beach of Reynisfjara, known for its volcanic origin and impressive rock formations. After a day of exploration, we'll return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4 – Day 4: East Iceland Exploration
Day 4: East Iceland Exploration
- Fjaðrárgljúfur
- Jökulsárlón
- Vatnajökull National Park
- Skaftafell
- More
Today, we journey to the East of Iceland. We'll marvel at the magnificent Fjadrargljufur canyon and stop at the Skaftafell visitor center in Vatnajokull National Park, the largest national park in Iceland. In the afternoon, we'll take a boat ride to the Jokulsarlon Lagoon, known for its blue-white icebergs. We'll then continue to the fishing port of Hofn, the capital of Southeast Iceland, before arriving at our hotel in the Eastfjords area for the night.
Day 5 – Day 5: Myvatn and Krafla Caldera
Day 5: Myvatn and Krafla Caldera
- Krafla
- Hverfell
- Skútustaðagígar
- Goðafoss
- Námafjall Hverir Viewpoint
- More
We depart to Myvatn, and if the weather permits, we'll stop at the Krafla caldera and the Leirhnujukur volcano. Today, we'll witness the unique landscape of the Hverir geothermal area, where you'll feel connected to the power of the planet. We'll also stop at the Dimmuborgir lava formations, Namaskard thermal spring, Skutustadagigar pseudocraters, Godafoss waterfall, and Hverfell mountain before returning to the hotel.
Day 6 – Day 6: Grabrok Volcano
Day 6: Grabrok Volcano
- Grábrók
- More
After breakfast, we depart to the Grabrok volcano. Here, you can take a short hike to the top of the Grabrok crater and admire a panoramic view of the Borgarfjordur area. After this invigorating hike, we'll return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7 – Day 7: West Iceland and Reykjavik
Day 7: West Iceland and Reykjavik
- Reykjavík Escape
- Borgarnes Swimming Pool
- Hraunfossar
- Barnafossar
- Deildartunguhver
- More
Today, we'll explore the West of Iceland, starting with Deildartunguhver, the largest hot spring in Europe. We'll also visit two of the most spectacular waterfalls: Hraunfossar and Barnafos. We'll stop in the picturesque town of Borgarnes before returning to Reykjavik. Here, we'll enjoy a city tour, visiting landmarks such as the National Cathedral, the Hallgrimskirkja church, the City Hall, the Parliament building, the Hofdi house, the fish port, and Perlan View for a panorama of Reykjavik and its surroundings.
Day 8 – Day 8: Blue Lagoon and Departure
Day 8: Blue Lagoon and Departure
- Garður Old Lighthouse
- More
After breakfast, we'll check out from the hotel and head to the Blue Lagoon, a unique geothermal spa and one of the most visited attractions in Iceland. After a relaxing dip, we'll transfer you to the airport for your departure, marking the end of an unforgettable journey through Iceland.
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