Choose Your Own Iceland

Enjoy the bus transfer from Iceland’s Keflavik airport to the capital city past moss covered terrain and lava fields. Drop off your luggage at your hotel and spend some time at leisure enjoying the city. Join an afternoon tour today. Overnight in Reykjavík

Excursion options today:

• Whale Watching – Professional guides are on board the boat to help you make the most of your tour by pointing out the whales and other wildlife that may be seen.
• Reykjavík Food Tour – Get acquainted with the city and its culture with a local guide, stopping at various dining establishments across the city to sample some of the best native Icelandic treats.
• Northern Lights by Boat – Sail out from Reykjavik harbor to search for the elusive Aurora Borealis on water, away from city lights. Warm suits and warm drink provided. (Available Sep 1 – Apr 15.)
• Puffin Express – Journey from Reykjavik harbor to nearby island to view colorful puffins and other bird life up close from the boat. (Available May 1 – Aug 20.
• Reykjavík Sightseeing – This walking tour begins at beautiful Hallgrímskirkja Church, then your guide will lead you to Reykjavík sights of City Hall and Pond, the downtown area, the Old Harbour, Harpa Concert Hall, while explaining a bit about Iceland’s fascinating geology and volcanic history.

Begin your first full day in Iceland with a guided tour of Iceland’s unique landscapes. Overnight in Reykjavík

Excursion options today:

• South Coast – Enjoy stops at Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls and Sólheimajökull Glacier. You’ll also see Iceland’s famous black sand beaches and the village of Vík.
• Golden Circle – Travel Iceland’s most well-known route, seeing Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir hot springs and Þingvellir (Thingvellir) National Park.
• Snæfellsnes Peninsula – Experience the many wonders and idyllic villages of West Iceland. Visit black sand beaches and basalt columns, spot birds and seals, and see Mt. Kirkjufell, waterfalls and small fishing villages.
• Volcanic Wonders of Reykjanes – Check out the many geological sights of the Reykjanes Peninsula: mud pools in a volcanic landscape, the Bridge Between Two Continents, and views of the newest volcanoes in Iceland (from 2021 to present!) and their surrounding lava fields.

Today’s tour will get you up close and personal with Iceland while also getting your blood pumping! Overnight in Reykjavík

Excursion options today:

• Glacier Walk – Transfer from Reykjavik to South Iceland for an easy guided walk on Solheimajokull glacier. Explore the wonderland of ice formations, ridges and crevasses. Equipment is provided. This tour will also visit two waterfalls in the south.
• Into the Glacier – Explore one of Iceland’s amazing glaciers, Langjökull, from the inside! A monster truck will take you past lava fields, hot springs and waterfalls to the entrance of an ice tunnel, where you will learn the meaning of the name “ICE-land.”
• South Coast & Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon – Head along the south coast to eastern Iceland, making several stops along the way to see the sights. Then visit the glacier lagoon with its icebergs as well as the Diamond Beach. Take the optional boat ride (offered May-Oct) to get you even closer to the icebergs, at a supplemental cost. You will also get a view of Iceland’s biggest glacier, Vatnajökull.
• Inside the Volcano – This unique volcano tour literally takes you inside a dormant volcano, through the top crater and to the bottom of its magma chamber where molten magma flowed during an eruption. (Tour offered May – October).

Spend the day at leisure in Reykjavík or join one of the listed day tours for an additional cost. Overnight in Reykjavík

Your last day in Iceland will be spent either through an up-close experience with the unique nature or learning more about the country through their culinary arts. Overnight in Reykjavík

Excursion options today:

• Snorkeling at Silfra – Guided snorkeling excursion in the crystal clear glacier waters of the Silfra Fissure, located in between two tectonic plates in Thingvellir National Park. A magical sub-aquatic adventure!
• Horseback Riding Tour – This tour is for riders of all abilities and riding gear is provided in all sizes to protect against wind and weather. After your ride, enjoy coffee and a home-baked treat.
• Lava Caving – Visit the lava tunnel Raufarholshellir, formed after a volcanic eruption 5000 years ago. Vivid colors, fascinating rock sculptures and more will inspire awe and wonder.
• Cooking School – A professional chef will instruct you in preparing a three-course meal featuring traditional Icelandic dishes. After all of your hard work, sit down and enjoy your lunch along with a glass of wine.

Morning transfer to the Blue Lagoon. Once there, store your luggage for a small fee (paid onsite) and then head into the lagoon to enjoy the morning relaxing in the geothermal pool. The mineral rich water is a milky shade of blue, while the soothing and healing effects on the skin have been experienced by visitors for over 30 years. Your entrance includes the self-applied silica mud mask to soften and clean the skin, towel usage, and your first drink in the lagoon free. You will leave the lagoon feeling clean, relaxed, and satisfied. Transfer to the airport for your flight home – or extend your stay in Scandinavia!