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Best of Iceland
from $5,349 pp

  • Duration: 9 Days
  • Destinations: Iceland
Encounter a world of untamed beauty as you discover Iceland's adventurous landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Travel the stunning Golden Circle and visit Thingvellir National Park, Geysir thermal field, and the awe-inspiring Gullfoss waterfall. Interact with friendly Icelandic horses. Go whale watching in Skjalfandi Bay aboard specialized RIB Zodiac boats. Savor Icelandic delicacies during a visit to a local goat farm. Ascend the Langjokull glacier in a super truck surrounded by uninterrupted mountain scenery. In Reykjavik, choose between taking a dip in the famous Sky Lagoon or a thrilling virtual experience ride. From ethereal lava fields to thundering waterfalls and coastal villages, this tour reveals the island's dramatic contrasts.
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You're on your way to Iceland, a land forged by fire and ice, where adventurous landscapes give way to a rich cultural heritage. Discover the dramatic contrasts: from ethereal lava fields and thundering waterfalls to charming coastal villages.

Reykjavik, Iceland

Discover culture and history in Reykjavik, Iceland's capital. Explore the old section on a walking tour featuring the Parliament, harbor, city hall, and the city's oldest building. Gaze up at the famous glass facade of the Harpa Concert Hall, a true marvel of modern architecture. Tonight, gather with your fellow travelers and experience the freshness of Icelandic food at a local restaurant.

Reykjavik - Golden Circle - Reykjavik

Travel the Golden Circle to see Iceland's most iconic natural wonders, including the Mid-Atlantic Ridge in Thingvellir National Park where you can walk between two continents. Learn how locals use Iceland's geothermal energy to cook food and taste "lava bread," which is submerged into the earth and cooked for 24 hours. Continue along the Golden Circle and take in the beauty of the Gullfoss (Golden Falls) double-cascade waterfall before visiting the explosive Strokkur fountain geyser. Return to Reykjavik for an evening on your own.

Reykjavik - Husafell - Langjokull Glacier - Borgarnes

This morning, journey inland to Husafell and look out at the misty waterfalls cascading over lava rocks. Then, experience an Impact Moment with a visit to an Icelandic goat farm. Learn how local farmer, Johanna, helped to bring this unique breed, dating back to the time of Iceland's settlement, back from the brink of extinction. After visiting with the friendly goats, enjoy a simple meal of homemade specialties from the farm. Then, bundle up and ascend Langjokull glacier* via mountain truck and go "Into the Glacier" to experience the purest blue ice color in this man-made tunnel, the world's largest.** End the day in Borgarnes, your home for the next two nights.

Borgarnes - Snfellsnes Peninsula - Borgarnes

This morning, journey to the Snfellsnes Peninsula with its camera-ready black sand beaches, mountain peaks, volcanic craters, rocky coastlines, and tiny fishing villages. Enjoy lunch on your own in Arnarstapi, a beautiful small fishing village located at the foot of Mt. Stapafell, and where extraordinary columnar basalt and cliff formations form a safe harbor. This afternoon, take in the views on Mount Kirkjufell with its iconic shape and freestanding form; this is one of the most photographed landscapes in Iceland.

Borgarnes - Norurland Vestra region - Husavik

Today, head to the scenic Norurland Vestra region, famous for horse breeding. On a family-owned farm, grab your camera for a photo tour of the stables and interact with these friendly animals and their caretakers. En route, stop at one of Iceland's most historic waterfalls, Goafoss, where legend says Iceland converted from its pagan roots to Christianity in AD 1000. End your day in Husavik, one of the first settlements on the island.

Husavik - Lake Mvatn - Husavik - Whale Watching

This morning, take in the unique volcanic landscape that surrounds Lake Mvatn. You will have a chance to explore the Hverir geothermal area, where bubbling mud pools resemble a Martian terrain. Join your Tour Manager for a hike through Dimmuborgir and pass by irregular lava formations and mystical caves that inspire your imagination. After free time for lunch, gear up in thermal wear to join expert whale watchers on a cruise on Skjalfandi Bay. Aboard specialized Zodiacs, you'll get as close as you can to whales in northern Iceland. You may see humpback, minke, fin or harbor porpoise, and possibly the orca or giant blue whales that frequent these waters.

Husavik - Akureyri - Reykjavik

This morning, fly*** back to Reykjavik. Then, it's your choice! Experience the Icelandic tradition of geothermal bathing with a dip in the warm, mineral rich waters of scenic Sky Lagoon**** -OR- go on a thrilling virtual experience ride, giving you the feeling of flying over Iceland's glaciers, fjords, and most iconic landscapes. Come together this evening for a farewell dinner at a restaurant featuring Icelandic cuisine.

Reykjavik - Tour Ends

Head home having uncovered Iceland's adventurous side.

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Start: September 18, 2026
End: September 26, 2026
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