Journeys: Explore Iceland

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 Trip Length
9 Days
 Trip Starts
Reykjavik
 Trip Finishes
Reykjavik
9 Day Journeys: Explore Iceland Itinerary (G Adventures)
Countries Explored: Iceland
Trip Style
National Geographic Journeys
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Max. Group Size
16
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Fully Guided
Trip Code
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Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 9 Day Journeys: Explore Iceland. At the point where two continental plates brush up against each other lies incredible Iceland, the land of fire and ice. Experience the natural highlights of this staggeringly beautiful country, strolling along striking black sand beaches and hiking to enchanting, rainbow-dappled waterfalls. Watch the Earth in action at some of the island’s volcanoes, gain insights into the life and culture of the Icelandic people, and explore the otherworldly landscapes that have inspired fantasy writers for centuries, from...read more Jules Verne to J.R.R. Tolkein and George R. R. Martin.

Itinerary

There is a lot to do in and around Reykjavik - should you wish to take advantage of the many optional activities, such as the Blue Lagoon thermal pools, we recommend booking a pre or post night. Hotel accommodation in Iceland is very limited and rooms/facilities can be fairly simple with few amenities. Hotels are chosen for their location and access to the wonderous landscapes and natural wonders of Iceland. Hotels are often remote, all the better to enjoy the beautiful natural setting. Stay: Fosshotel Reykjavik

Discover the beauty of Iceland’s southern coast as we drive towards Skaftafell. Take in views of the infamous Eyjafjallajökull volcano, whose 2010 eruption sent massive clouds of ash into the atmosphere of the North Atlantic. See the stunning Seljalandsfoss waterfall, and follow a hidden path through a canyon to the secluded falls of Gljúfrabúi. Stop in Hveragerði, nicknamed the “hot spring village,” where you will have the opportunity to taste bread baked in a hot spring. Then visit the Lava Center in Hvolsvöllur for a look at how volcanoes and earthquakes have shaped the island. Stay: Hali Country Hotel (B)

Continue exploring the southern shore, driving through sandy plains and moss-covered lava fields and stopping along the way at historical and geological sites. Visit Diamond Beach, scattered with icebergs that wash up on the black sands, and see iridescent ice formations in the Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon. Consider enhancing your experience by opting for the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Boat Ride, or take take some time on your own to soak in the stunning scenery. Hike in Vatnajökull National Park to Svartifoss waterfall, framed by basaltic lava columns, and pause at a historic farmstead in Öræfi, home to one of Iceland’s best preserved turf churches. Stay: Hali Country Hotel (B)

Depending on the season and nesting habits of birdlife, we may also visit Dyrhólaey Cape. As well, it is possible to see puffins at Reynisfjara beach, Dyrhólaey Cape or near Vík in the summer months (15 May - 15 August). Stay: Hotel Dyrholaey (B)

This morning, learn about Icelandic cultural heritage at the Skógar Folk Museum and visit the awe-inspiring Skógafoss waterfall, opting to climb 400-odd steps to the viewing platform for spectacular vistas. Then set out on a tour of the celebrated Golden Circle. Stand in awe before the steaming Geysir, from which the English word “geyser” derives, and visit the mighty Gullfoss waterfall. Stay: Hotel Ork Selfoss (B/L)

Thingvellir National Park is the meeting place of the two tectonic plates on which America and Europe rest. This rift is clearly visible in the huge fissures that scar the landscape surrounding the lake and lava fields. Stay: Fosshotel Stykkisholmur (B/L)

Spend the day exploring the peninsula, including Snæfellsjökull National Park and its mystical glacier-topped volcano, which Jules Verne wrote about in his novel Journey to the Center of the Earth. See Búðir church, a tiny black church perched in the middle of a lava field; the Lóndrangar sea stacks; the iconic peak of Kirkjufell, featured in Game of Thrones; and the black pebble beach at Djúpalónssandur. Stay: Fosshotel Stykkisholmur (B/D)

Venture to Borgarfjörður, a picturesque fjord that has provided the setting for many of Iceland’s sagas. See the Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls; and step into Reykholt, the homestead of the 12th-century writer Snorri Sturluson. We’ll also visit Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring, whose water heats most buildings in western Iceland. In the afternoon we'll take some much-needed time to relax at Krauma Spa and Geothermal Baths before continuing on to Reykjavík for our final evening. Stay: Fosshotel Reykjavik (B)

Depart at any time. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Tour the Golden Circle and see the geological wonders here.
  • Head to Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon and view the icebergs floating by.
  • Hike in Skaftafell National Park.
  • Explore the beautiful Snæfellsnes Peninsula.
  • Relax at the Krauma Spa and Geothermal Baths.

  • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Icelandic Farm Experience, Hvalfjörður
  • Your Wellness Moment: Krauma Spa and Geothermal Baths, Reykholt
  • Seljalandsfoss waterfall
  • Visit the LAVA Centre
  • Hveragerði geothermal garden
  • Visit Jökulsárlón Lagoon
  • Take an ice walk on a glacier in Skaftafell National Park
  • Visit black sand beaches
  • Explore Vatnajökull National Park
  • Golden Circle tour including Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall and Geysir Hot Springs
  • Explore Snæfellsnes Peninsula including Snaefellsjokull National Park, Sagaland and Deildartunguhver Hot Spring
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

  • Hotels (8 Nights)
  • In Iceland we use small hotels, guest houses and Inns. They are comfortable and clean but do not have many amenities.

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides

  • 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner

  • 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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