10-Day Natural Wonders of Iceland Tour

Upon arrival at Keflavík International Airport, you'll be greeted by your driver who will take you to your hotel in the city center of Reykjavík. After settling in, the rest of the day is free for you to explore the vibrant capital city with its abundance of museums, restaurants, and bars to suit all tastes. If you're interested in checking out Icelandic design or experiencing the city's thriving coffee culture, head to the main street, Laugavegur, and enjoy its various shops and cozy cafes. Visit the iconic Hallgrímskirkja Church, stroll along the waterfront to see the Sun Voyager sculpture, or explore one of the many excellent museums. In the evening, try one of Reykjavík's many restaurants offering everything from traditional Icelandic cuisine to innovative New Nordic fare. Overnight: Fosshótel Reykjavík or similar

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Reykjavík City

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Laugavegur Shopping Street

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Hallgrímskirkja Church

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Sun Voyager - The Solfar Sculpture

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Harpa - Music Hall

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This morning, your guide will meet you at the hotel to start your adventure around the country. First, you'll head to Þingvellir, a national park listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for both its geological significance and its role as the birthplace of Icelandic democracy. Walk through the dramatic Almannagjá rift valley where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are visibly pulling apart. Next, you'll visit the great Geysir geothermal area with its spouting geysers and colorful hot springs. Watch as the reliable Strokkur geyser erupts every few minutes, shooting boiling water high into the air. Then you'll continue to Gullfoss, the "Golden Waterfall," where you can witness powerful cascades tumbling down an impressive multi-tiered canyon in one of nature's most dramatic displays. After a scenic drive, you'll make a special stop at Friðheimar farm. Here you'll taste geothermally grown tomatoes fresh from one of their innovative greenhouses and enjoy their famous homemade tomato soup. You'll also meet beautiful Icelandic horses, renowned for their diversity of gaits, strength, and friendly spirit. The day ends with dinner at your accommodation. Overnight: Hotel South Coast or similar

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Þingvellir National Park

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Geysir

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Gullfoss Waterfall

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Friðheimar

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This morning you and your fellow travelers will learn about Iceland's unique geology at the Lava Centre, an interactive exhibition that brings Iceland's volcanic activity, frequent earthquakes, and geological evolution over millions of years to life through cutting-edge displays and immersive experiences. The next leg of the tour takes you along the dramatic South Coast, traveling below the majestic Eyjafjallajökull volcano. You'll stop at the fairytale-like Seljalandsfoss waterfall, where you can walk right behind the misty cascade on a unique footpath, and the gorgeous Skógafoss, a 60-meter-high waterfall that creates powerful spray and often produces beautiful rainbows. At Skógar, the group will also have the chance to visit the charming Skógar Museum, a cultural heritage collection including traditional turf houses that show how Icelanders lived for centuries. Further ahead at the village of Vík, you'll walk along the volcanic black sand beach south of the village. From here you can view the haunting rock formations of Dyrhólaey and the Reynisdrangar basalt sea stacks rising dramatically from the ocean. Your last stop is your accommodation in the Kirkjubæjarklaustur area, where you'll enjoy dinner with the group. Overnight: Fosshótel Núpar or similar

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Seljalandsfoss

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Skógafoss

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Skógar Folk Museum

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Reynisfjara - Black Sand Beach

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Vík

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Today's drive takes you to some of Iceland's most photogenic attractions, including the beautiful Skaftafell area of Vatnajökull National Park, named for Iceland's largest glacier. This stunning area is surrounded by glacial tongues, dramatic mountain peaks, and offers some of Iceland's most spectacular scenery. You'll have time to explore and take in the magnificent views. Next, your journey continues to the famous Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where the group will sail among floating icebergs on a guided amphibian boat tour. Drift between ancient ice sculptures in shades of brilliant blue and milky white while learning about glacial geology. Nearby, you'll also visit Diamond Beach where large chunks of ice have washed up on the black sand shore after being polished smooth by the ocean waves, creating a stunning contrast. After this icy experience, the group will stop for some homemade ice cream, a beloved Icelandic treat, before driving along the majestic East Fjords with their dramatic landscapes and tranquil fishing villages on your way to your accommodation. Enjoy dinner at your hotel this evening. Overnight: Hótel Breiðdalsvík or similar

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Vatnajökull glacier

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Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

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The Diamond Beach

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After breakfast, you'll head toward Egilsstaðir, the largest town in East Iceland. With the Lagarfljót river and Iceland's largest forest, Hallormsstaðaskógur, right nearby, it's a nature lover's paradise and offers a different perspective on Icelandic landscapes. Next, you'll discover the natural beauty of Lake Mývatn and its remarkable lunar landscapes. This geologically active area offers some of Iceland's most unusual and photogenic scenery. You'll find bubbling thermal pools at the Námaskarð Pass with its colorful mineral deposits and steaming fumaroles, the dramatic lava formations at Dimmuborgir creating what locals call the "Dark Castles," and the Skútustaðagígar pseudocraters nearby. This is truly a paradise for geology enthusiasts. You'll also visit the roaring Dettifoss waterfall, Europe's most powerful waterfall by volume. Marvel at the thundering column of glacial water plunging into the gorge below in a spectacular display of nature's raw power. Tonight, you'll be at your leisure in Húsavík, and your delicious dinner is included at a local restaurant, so you can wander the charming whale-watching capital without worrying about finding somewhere to eat. Overnight: Fosshótel Húsavík or similar

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Egilsstaðir

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Lagarfljót River

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Lake Mývatn

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Námafjall Geothermal Area

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Dimmuborgir

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Today begins with a journey to Jökulsárgljúfur area, home to monumental canyons carved by glacial floods. You'll explore the quiet sanctuary of Ásbyrgi canyon, a horseshoe-shaped canyon with lush vegetation and towering cliffs. According to Norse legends, this dramatic canyon was formed by the footprint of Odin's eight-legged horse, Sleipnir. The canyon's unique shape and sheltered microclimate create an almost magical atmosphere. After you've explored these remarkable geological formations and captured plenty of photos, you'll journey to the seaside village of Húsavík. With impressive views of the Kinnarfjöll mountains across the bay, it's a remarkable place known as Iceland's whale-watching capital. You'll spend this evening at your leisure, so make sure to explore the charming town center and enjoy dinner at one of the excellent local restaurants. Overnight: Fosshótel Húsavík or similar

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Ásbyrgi Canyon

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Jökulsárgljúfur

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The first highlight of today's journey is Goðafoss, the "Waterfall of the Gods," one of the most picturesque waterfalls in Iceland. This historically significant waterfall is where, according to legend, Iceland's lawspeaker threw his pagan idols when the country officially converted to Christianity in the year 1000. Your guide will then drive to the charming town of Akureyri, often called the "Capital of North Iceland." Here you'll have leisure time to stroll in the heart of the city center, grab lunch at one of the many cafes, and explore some of the town's highlights like the botanical gardens, local museums, or the distinctive Akureyrarkirkja church. Next, you'll journey around Tröllaskagi, the "Peninsula of the Trolls," where you can enjoy fantastic views of beautiful mountains, dramatic cliffs, and deep fjords. The group will make a stop in the scenic town of Siglufjörður, which was once the bustling center of Iceland's herring industry. Here, you'll visit the award-winning Herring Era Museum and taste some local treats. Your journey continues to the tranquil farmlands of Skagafjörður, where you'll enjoy dinner at your accommodation. Overnight: Hofsstaðir Country Hotel or similar

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Goðafoss

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Akureyri

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Siglufjörður

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The Herring Museum

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Today your guide will take you through Skagafjörður toward the spectacular Snæfellsnes Peninsula. This is a scenic drive through a beautiful stretch of Iceland where you'll pass sweeping farmlands in the northwest, dotted with grazing Icelandic horses in their natural habitat. You'll see spectacular views of the islands of Breiðafjörður Bay just before reaching the charming town of Stykkishólmur in the early afternoon. This picturesque harbor town features colorful houses and offers stunning coastal views. Here you'll have time to explore on your own before the group heads to your accommodation where dinner awaits. As you continue toward your accommodation on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, you'll visit the Bjarnarhöfn Shark Museum to learn about an unusual Icelandic delicacy: fermented shark meat (hákarl). After discovering its importance to Icelandic food culture and perhaps tasting this unique delicacy, you'll continue to admire Kirkjufell, one of Iceland's most photographed mountains thanks to its distinctive cone shape. Overnight: Arnarstapi Hotel or similar

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Stykkishólmur

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Bjarnarhöfn Shark Museum

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Kirkjufell Mountain

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The whole day is dedicated to exploring the beautiful Snæfellsnes Peninsula, often called "Iceland in Miniature" for its incredible diversity of landscapes. You'll start with the charming villages of Hellnar and Arnarstapi, where you can admire unique coastal rock formations and take photos of the dramatic sea cliffs with their natural arches and bird colonies. Next, you'll head to Djúpalónssandur on the western tip of the peninsula, a dramatic black pebble beach where you can test your strength with the heavy lifting stones that were once used to measure the fitness of prospective fishermen. Who in your group will be the strongest? The beach is also home to the haunting remains of a shipwreck. After exploring the peninsula's highlights, you'll head back toward the capital, having completed your circle around Iceland. After being dropped off at your hotel for the night, you'll have the rest of the evening at your leisure to explore Reykjavík, perhaps doing some last-minute shopping or visiting any attractions you missed on your first day. Overnight: Fosshótel Reykjavík or similar

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Arnarstapi

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Djúpalónssandur

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Snæfellsjökull Glacier

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Kirkjufell Mountain

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Reykjavík City

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When it's time for your Iceland adventure to end, you'll be picked up from your hotel by shuttle bus for your airport transfer to Keflavík International Airport. If you're flying in the afternoon, you have the option to add a visit to the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa to your itinerary. This is the ideal way to relax in the warm, mineral-rich waters and reflect on your incredible journey before continuing to the airport for your flight home.

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Reykjavík City

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