3 daysReykjavik
3-Day Ice Cave, South Coast, Golden Circle and Northern Lights
4.9(683)Free cancellation
from$1,002
8-Day Summer Ring Route of Iceland with Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Length
8 days
Itinerary
8 days planned
Group
Max 18
Guides
English
Overview
This 8-day tour takes you to the must see Golden Circle route with all its amazing sites. You will see the unbeatable Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir geothermal area and of course the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Thingvellir National Park. Next you will be heading to the much talked about South Coast, where you will explore the unique black sand beach, Reynisfjara and Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. After exploring the Eastfjords, Lake Mývatn awaits with its unique surroundings, you will explore Dimmuborgir lava pillars and then carry on the journey to the capital of the North, Akureyri. From there you will head to West Iceland and Snæfellsnes Peninsula and find some hidden gems and locations to experience, such as Kirkjufell mountain, lava pillars, a white beach and waterfalls.
While you enjoy this versatile tour you will be able to book extra tours and activities along the way to make your experience even more special, such as horse riding, Vök baths and lava caving.
Day by day itinerary
1The Golden Circle⌄
Visit Thingvellir National Park
Visit Geysir Geothermal Area
Visit Gullfoss Waterfall
Overnight: Overnight in the Golden Circle area in a 3 star hotel with a private bathroom and breakfast included
2The South Coast and Ice Caving⌄
Visit Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
Visit Skogafoss Waterfall
Visit Reynisfjara the Black Sand Beach
Enter a stunning ice cave, and be amazed by the breathtaking surroundings!
Visit the "island" of Dyrholaey
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Overnight in Vík in a 3 star hotel with a private bathroom and breakfast included
3The South-East & Glacier Hike⌄
Visit the national park of Skaftafell and do a glacier hike on the largest glacier in Iceland
Visit Jokulsarlon the Glacier Lagoon and enjoy a boat ride among the icebergs.
Visit the Diamond Beach where the icebergs roll around on the black sand
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Overnight in the Höfn area in a 3 star hotel with a private bathroom and breakfast included
4The Eastfjords⌄
Visit the lake in the east
Go by the forest of the east
We will visit a famous outdoor art work by Sigurdur Gudmundsson. The Eggs in Gledivik.
Optional Horse back riding at Egilstadir, the biggest town in East of Iceland.
You can add the extra activity of Vok Bath hot spring, to soak in the warm waters and relax.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Overnight in the Egilsstaðir area in a 3 star hotel with a private bath and breakfast included
5The North-East of Iceland⌄
Visit the most powerful waterfall in Iceland
Visit the Námaskarð Geothermal Area
Visit the Myvatn area
Visit Dimmuborgir Lava Formations
Visit Godafoss Waterfalls
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Overnight in Akureyri in a 3 star hotel with a private bathroom and breakfast included
6North Iceland⌄
Check the charming town of Akureyri
Optional Extra whale watching tour
Meals: Breakfast: We will also visit a small farm called Kaffi Ku on this day
Overnight: Overnight in Borgarnes in a 3 star hotel with a private bathroom and breakfast included
7Snæfellsnes Peninsula In-Depth⌄
Visit the beach Djupalonssandur
Visit Ytri-Tunga beach to hopefully see some seals
Visit the Black Church at Búðir
Visit the small village of Arnarstapi
Check out the amazing cliffs Lóndrangar
Visit the most photographed mountain in Iceland
Visit the waterfall with the amazing mountain views
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Overnight in Borgarnes in a 3 star hotel with a private bathroom and breakfast included
8West Iceland⌄
Visit the Geothermal area
Check out the amazing waterfalls in the lava landscape
Visit the small waterfall
Optional to go on a adventure to a nature lava cave - Vidgelmir Lava Cave (The ticket for Lava cave tour is not included)
Meals: Breakfast
What's included
- ✓Katla ice cave
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Pickup and drop-off from designated Bus stops
- ✓Glacier Hike incl. Safety Equipment
- ✓Hauganes Whale Watching Tour
Not included
- ✕Lunch and dinner
- ✕Horseback Riding (contact the Tour Operator to add this Extra)
- ✕VÖK Baths (contact the Tour Operator to add this Extra)
- ✕Vidgelmir Lava Cave (contact the Tour Operator to add this Extra)
- ✕Hiking Boots Rental (4,000 ISK)
- ✕Waterproof Jacket Rental (3,000 ISK)
- ✕Waterproof Pants Rental (3,000 ISK)
- ✕Hat and Gloves Combo with Logo (3,000 ISK)
- ✕Neck Warmer with Logo (500 ISK)
- ✕Summer Cap with Logo (1,500 ISK)
- ✕Luggage Storage (3,000 ISK)
- ✕Boat tour in Glacier Lagoon Jokulsarlon
Good to know
Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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