Escorted Tour Iceland

This new tour offers insights in the extraordinary nature and geology of Iceland as well as the unique culture heritage of the country

Itinerary

Overnight stay in Reykjavík in Island Park Inn or similar. (transfer not included).

Natural Wonders and History

Start the day with a short city sightseeing around Reykjavík.

On to Thingvellir National Park, a geologically fascinating area and the ancient site of the World's first parliament. A walk through the stunning natural beauty of this historic site. Enjoy great photo opportunities in the world-famous hot spring area of Geysir, with boiling mud pools and erupting hot springs. Wait a few minutes for Strokkur to spout a magnificent water and steam column high into the air. Head to the Gullfoss waterfall, considered by many to be Icelands most impressive waterfall, and feel its enormous power.

Overnight in Selfoss.

Meadows and Waterfalls

Drive through the historic countryside of South Iceland and the main agricultural area of the country. View the rich farmlands, the towering mountains and even on a clear day spot the famous, still active, volcano of Hekla, which last erupted in the year 2000. The road then leads to the waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss displaying seductive scenery and giving us the chance of getting close to the forces of nature. Onwards to Vík and Reynisfjara for a view of striking rock formation and the endless black sand beach.

Overnight in Selfoss

Viking Trails

Drive in the morning to the fertile Borgarfjordur area, to Hraunfossar waterfall and Deildartunguhver, the most powerful hot spring in the world. In the village Borgarnes you will visit the "Settlement Centre" to discover how Iceland was settled.

Drive on through the moors and lava fields of the Myrar district and past the regularly shaped extinct volcanic crater Eldborg.

Overnight in Stykkisholmur

Start the day by a visit to Bjarnarhofn for a taste of shark, a unique taste of the Icelandic food culture. Later you can relax and explore the town of Stykkisholmur on your own or go on an cruise excursion of Breidafjordur bay. The bay is famous for its countless islands and bird life. The highlight of the tour is when a net-plough is cast overboard and shellfish delicacies brought onboard for everyone to taste straight from the sea. Enjoy!

Overnight in Stykkisholmur

Glacier and Mystical Healing Power

Circle the legendary Snaefellsjökull glacier which covers a powerful central volcano and is unquestionably the crowning jewel of the peninsula. Continue along the northern shores of the peninsula driving through the tiny picturesque fishing villages. Take a walk along the magnificent columnar basalt formations of Arnarstapi before stopping at the fair sandy beach at Budir. Onwards to the Blue Lagoon, for an optional refreshing bath or swim in the pleasantly warm mineral-rich water, reputed for its healing properties.

Overnight in Northern Lights Inn by the Blue Lagoon

You will be transferred to the airport following breakfast.

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