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Reykjavik
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Reykjavik
9 Day Best of Iceland: Golden Circle & Snæfellsnes Peninsula Itinerary (G Adventures)
Countries Explored: Iceland
Trip Operator
G Adventures
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Trip Style
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Jul 2025 to Oct 2027
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Affordable
Max. Group Size
16
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Moderate
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Fully Guided
Trip Code
ELBS

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Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 9 Day Best of Iceland: Golden Circle & Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Looking for a fast, jam-packed, but immersive visit around Iceland? This nine-day trip checks all the boxes. Pack those senses of adventure and head out into Iceland’s varied landscapes. Visit erupting geysers, glacier lagoons, and breathtaking waterfalls. Photograph black-sand beaches, soak in geothermal hot springs, and be prepared to fall more in love with a country with land you can sense shifting under your feet.

Itinerary

There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting. Stay: Hotel Cabin

Eyjafjörður is a scenic spot to enjoy the local wildlife and small villages in the area. Opt to go on a whale-watching excursion. Stay: Sveinbjarnargerdi Country Hotel (B)

Head to Mývatn lake, stopping en route at Goðafoss waterfall. In Mývatn, explore lava formations of Dimmuborgir and the geothermal area of Námaskarð. Visit Dettifoss waterfall, one of the most powerful waterfalls in Europe. Reach Bakagerdi (Borgarfjörður) in the East Fjords region for a night in a local guesthouse. Stay: Alfheimar Guesthouse (B)

Depart from the charming village of Bakkagerði and journey along the picturesque coastline through the majestic eastern fjords. As you travel toward Hofn, take in the stunning scenery and keep an eye out for breathtaking views of the Vatnajökull glacier, Europe’s largest ice cap. You will be making breathtaking stops along the way that will insure a memorable experience. Stay: Hotel Smyrlabjorg (B)

Marvel at the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, with a chance to see seals sunbathing on the bright blue ice. The massive icebergs floating towards shore tower over visitors. Opt to check out the lagoon by boat. Stop by Diamond Beach, which gets its name from chunks of the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier that float to shore. As these blocks of glacier ice melt, they develop a crystal clear sheen, set against the black sand of the beach. Continue on to Skaftafell National Park with time to explore before continuing on in the evening to the small town of Vík. Stay: Hotel Dyrholaey (B)

Visit Reynisfjara beach. Continue along the Golden Circle to Drumbo. Stop at the waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Gullfoss. Explore the Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir Hot Springs and Þingvellir National Park. Arrive to Reykjavík in the early evening. Stay: Hotel Cabin (B)

This morning join an optional snorkeling to the Thingvellir Silfra (where the tectonic plates meet). Later in the day join Your CEO for a short walking tour of Reyjavik center and some time at the beautiful Sky Lagoon for a warm soak. Stay: Hotel Cabin

Winter or summer, the Snæfellsnes peninsula is one of the most scenic destinations in Iceland. This place is magical and spellbinding with moss-covered lava fields, picturesque mountains, gorgeous black sand beaches, roaring ocean waves, charming little villages, and great vistas from sea cliffs. It's a long day, but well worth it. Stay: Hotel Cabin (B)

Depart at any time. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Sleep in a local guesthouse in the eastern fjords region.
  • Search for seals floating on icebergs in Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon.
  • Spend time soaking in the Sky Lagoon outside the city.
  • Enjoy an immersive day tour of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula.

  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Wellness Moment: Sky Lagoon Soaking Experience, Reykjavik
  • 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

  • Standard hotel (6 nights), local guesthouse (2 nights)
  • On this trip you can expect to stay in small family-run hotels or pensions (with the exception of the start and finish hotels, which are often larger city hotels), which will vary a little in standard and facilities: some may not have elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff, but most importantly all are locally-run, with some traditional character, and in excellent central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights. You can expect to find clean, safe, simple accommodation in convenient locations.
  • Note that most accommodation in Europe does not have air conditioning units in rooms. Air conditioning is not routinely installed in European homes and workplaces. However, nearly all hotels will provide a standing or desk fan for your room on hot nights. If you do not already have one in your room, please ask your CEO to organize one for you with reception.

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

  • 7 breakfasts

  • Private minivan/bus, walking

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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