Icelandic Adventure
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 with 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. Take a dip in the famous Blue Lagoon. From ethereal lava fields to thundering waterfalls and coastal villages, this tour reveals the island's dramatic contrasts.
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- Tour Operator
- Collette
- Offer
- Offer valid through 3/31/2025
- Duration
- 10 Days
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Reykjavik | 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. |
| Day 2 | Reykjavik | 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. |
| Day 3 | 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. |
| Day 4 | Reykjavik | This morning, fly* to Akureyri and take in the unique volcanic landscape that surrounds Lake MYvatn. You will have a chance to explore the Hverir geothermal area, where bubbling mud pools resemble a Martian terrain. Next, it's your choice! Dip into the warm water and steam of the Lake MYvatn Nature Baths, frequented by Icelanders and visitors alike -OR- hike through Dimmuborgir and pass by irregular lava formations and mystical caves that inspire your imagination. End your day in Husavik, one of the first settlements on the island. |
| Day 5 | Husavik | 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. After free time for lunch, travel to Grenjaoarstaour where you will visit and learn about the traditional Icelandic turf settlement homes. Return to Husavik in the late afternoon, where the remainder of the day is yours. |
| Day 6 | Husavik | En route to Akureyri, stop at one of Iceland's most historic waterfalls, Gooafoss, where Iceland was converted to Christianity in A.D. 1000. Enjoy time at leisure in Akureyri to explore Iceland's second largest city. Perhaps you'll peruse its botanical garden, a public park positioned just 30 miles south of the Arctic Circle and dedicated to finding and testing foreign plants to grow in Iceland. Next, head to the scenic Norourland Vestra region, famous for its 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 care takers. Later this afternoon, travel to the village of Laugarbakki for an overnight stay. |
| Day 7 | Laugarbakki | This morning, journey to the SnAEfellsnes Peninsula, with its camera-ready black sand beaches, mountain peaks, volcanic craters, rocky coastlines, and tiny fishing villages. Connect with the local culture during a visit to a maritime museum illustrating fishing techniques, such as the century-old tradition of catching and preserving the Greenland shark; you'll also taste hAkarl - cured shark meat. End the day in Borgarnes, your home for the next 2 nights. |
| Day 8 | Husafell | 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 JOhanna's goat farm. Here, she has 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.*** |
| Day 9 | Borgarnes | Visit the Settlement Museum and dive into the origins of Icelandic heritage, including the works of the famous Viking poet Egill SkallagrImsson. Drive to the Reykjanes Peninsula, home to the famous Blue Lagoon. Take a dip in the warm, mineral-rich waters of this iconic geothermal pool, located in the heart of a dramatic lava field. Come together this evening for a farewell dinner at a restaurant featuring Icelandic cuisine. |
| Day 10 | Reykjavik | Head home having uncovered Iceland's adventurous side. |
- Lodging
- Centerhotel Grandi - Reykjavik, Iceland
- Fosshotel - Husavik, Iceland
- Laugarbakki Hotel - Laugarbakki, Iceland
- Hotel Hamar - Borgarnes, Iceland
- Centerhotel Grandi - Reykjavik, Iceland
- Disclaimer
- * NOTE: Tour prices are land only rates based on per person, double occupancy. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking. Government taxes and fees are additional. Land rates are guaranteed at time of deposit. Certain taxes and fees are to be paid upon exiting the country in local currencies.
Airfare is additional and is available through Collette Vacations.
