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Incredible Iceland (Fixed Departure)

Reykjavik, Vik, Borgarnes, Keflavik
Best-Time
October - March
Stops
4
Experience
Adventure, Family, Honeymoon, Nature
Length
8 Days
Type
Group

Highlights

Departure Dates:

  • Feb 2020 - 15, 22, 29
  • Mar 2020 - 7, 14, 21

Witness the extraordinary beauty of Iceland and chase the Northern Lights on this 8-day tour of Iceland’s Ring Road.

Witness stunning waterfalls, see icebergs & glaciers, descend into lava tunnels, walk on black-sand beaches, relax in thermal pools, and be mesmerized by the Icelandic landscape.

What will you cover?

Suggested Itinerary

DAY 1
DAY 2
DAY 3
DAY 4
DAY 5
DAY 6
DAY 7
DAY 8

Day 1 : Reykjavik Arrival

Arrive at Keflavik International airport and transfer to your accommodation in Reykjavik. Check in and later in the evening, visit Aurora Museum.

This museum possesses detailed information on the Northern lights, the science behind it, where all can it be seen, etc. This is followed by a video of Northern lights shot in Iceland.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Reykjavik

Day 2 : Reykjavik

After breakfast, proceed towards the Golden Circle

Your first destination will be the Thingvellir National Park. The park is a place of great beauty located on the biggest lake of Iceland (Thingvellir Lake) where the tectonic plates of North America and Euro Asia continent drifts apart each year. The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Later, continue your journey towards Geysir - home to the Littli Geysir & the great Strokkur Geyser which erupts about every 8 minutes. It truly is a sight to behold. Next stop is the Gullfoss Waterfall, one of the most impressive waterfalls in Europe that falls in two folds.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Reykjavik

Day 3 : Reykjavik - Vik

After breakfast, check out from Reykjavik hotel and proceed towards Vik.

Start your journey towards South Iceland. Your first stop will be the Gerua fame waterfall – Seljalandsfoss, then we continue journey towards Skogafoss. During the journey you will enjoy charming views and picturesque scenery. Later, visit Reynisfjara beach, where you can take a walk on the black sands, admiring the extraordinary rock formations and thundering waves of the Atlantic Ocean

Arrive in Vik, transfer to the accommodation and check in


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Vik

Day 4 : Vik

After breakfast, drive past Eldhrun lava fields to reach Skaftafell National park beneath Vatnajokull Glacier.

Continue your journey and reach the glacier lagoon Jökulsárlón, one of the most spectacular sights in Iceland. Enormous icebergs constantly break off the glacier into the lagoon, melting slowly as they drift towards the sea nearby. Here, take a photo-stop and walk around the lagoon to enjoy this amazing landscape.

Opposite to the lagoon is the Diamond Beach where you will see icebergs on the shore creating a beautiful landscape.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Vik

Day 5 : Vik - Borgarnes

After breakfast, start your journey towards Langjökull, second largest glacier in Iceland.

First stop will be at Deildartunguhver, hot spring in Reykholtsdalur, Iceland. It is characterized by a very high flow rate for a hot spring (180 liters/second) and water emerges at 97 °C. It is the highest-flow hot spring in Europe.

Next, visit the most picturesque waterfall Hraunfossar & Barnafoss. Enjoy a 10 min walking trail.

Then, get up close and personal with the Langjokull Glacier. On this tour, drive in a Monster Truck to reach the Langjokull Glacier and then, take a guided tour in a manmade ice cave inside the Glacier to see what the world beneath the Glacier is like. This is truly a once in a lifetime experience which you might not encounter anywhere else in your life.

Later, transfer towards your accommodation in Borgarnes. Arrive and check in at the accommodation


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Borgarnes

Day 6 : Borgarnes

After breakfast, proceed toward Snaefellsnes Peninsula

This tour takes you on a scenic route to Borgarfjörður and the village of Borgarnes. Shortly after entering Snæfellsnes peninsula by Ytri-Tunga Farm, you all get a chance to spot local wildlife at the beach which is home to a seal colony and variety of sea birds.

Next, visit the idyllic Arnarstapi village. Take a walk to view the extraordinary landscape along the precipitous shoreline. The area all around the glacier contains hundreds of lava tubes, which makes the area special for those interested in caves.

Your next adventure is visiting Vatnshellir Cave. Your tour guide will lead you down a subterranean, spiral staircase to explore this ancient lava tube. This 8000-year-old lava tube reaches over 200m and goes 35m below the surface.

Later visit Grundarfjörður, home to one of the country‘s most iconic and photographed landmarks- the symmetrical mountain Kirkjufell that towers 1500 ft. up from the shoreline.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Borgarnes

Day 7 : Borgarnes - Reykjavik - Keflavik

After breakfast, check out from Borgarnes & experience the Flyover Iceland ride.

You will hang suspended, feet dangling, before a 20-meter spherical screen while the film whisks you away on an exhilarating journey across Iceland. Special effects, including wind, mist and scents, combined with the ride’s motion, create an unforgettable experience. This is a breathtaking journey across Iceland where you will soar over land, sea and ice as well as move with the arctic winds.

Next, transfer to Reykjavik and proceed for the Reykjavik orientation tour.

Start your tour from sightseeing points such as Sun Voyager, Harpa concert house, City Hall, Parliament House, etc. The capital is trendy with friendly pubs, clubs, and cosy restaurants in the downtown area. The area is rich in historical landmarks and museums. The most famous landmark of the city is the Hallgrimskirkja Church.

Later in the afternoon, proceed towards the famous Blue Lagoon.

The Blue Lagoon is a unique sight where you can enjoy relaxing in warm geothermal water surrounded by magical black lava fields. The Blue Lagoon’s warm water and natural active ingredients; mineral salts, silica and blue green algae, help you relax and escape the stress and strain of daily life.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Keflavik

Day 8 : Keflavik Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Keflavik airport to catch your flight back home.


Where to rest your head ?

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Inclusions

accommodation
Hotels
meals
All Meals
sightseeing
Tours
transfers
Private Airport Transfers
transport
Intercity Coach

Exclusions

flights
International Flights
visa
Iceland Visa
travel insurance
08 Days

Starting from
179000 per person