Witness the raw beauty of Iceland in full on this immersive adventure, which starts with world-renowned natural wonders, before heading away from the crowds. First up is the understandably popular Golden Circle, before we circumnavigate the island to visit landscapes well away from the typical tourist track. Stark coastlines, immense glaciers and the Eastern Fjords await, as do the dramatic landscapes of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula – a highlight for many, but far too often missed.
Picking your dates: Choose between the frozen landscapes of winter, with the chance to witness the Northern Lights, and the endless days of summer with 24-hour daylight.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
So well organised great options and our guide Eileen was AMAZING such a happy fun person and knew her stuff couldn’t of asked for a better person to have taken they tour
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Embark on an unforgettable Icelandic adventure packed with thrilling experiences and natural wonders that take you beyond the typical tourist trail. Kayak along inland canals to the sea where seals often play and hike across the crevassed surface of Solheimajokull glacier. Then, take the ferry to the Westman Islands and cycle through dramatic volcanic landscapes, where puffins nest on clifftops. Hike Eldfell for unforgettable views and walk behind the thundering curtain of Seljalandsfoss Waterfall and hike along the thermal river at Reykjadular. On this trip, you’ll see some of Iceland’s legendary natural spectacles, chase rainbows in the spray of Skogafoss and see Strokkur geyser erupt.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Explore Iceland’s rugged landscapes as you hike the Laugavegur Trail from Landmannalaugar to Thorsmork. See the rainbow-coloured mountains, black sand deserts and birch forests and stay in cosy mountain huts along the way. Soak in nearby geothermal hot springs, indulge in traditional Icelandic cuisine and, depending on the weather, maybe set off along the Makarfljotsgljufur Canyon for panoramic views of the neighbouring icecaps.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Experience the beauty of Iceland on this five-day adventure through some of the country's most iconic landscapes. Visit the highlights of the Golden Circle and the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. See the powerful double-tiered Gullfoss Waterfall, marvel at the eruptions of the Strokkur Geysir, explore Djupalonssandur’s black pebbled beach and walk underneath the stalactites at the Vogelmir Lava Cave. If you’re lucky, you might even see a whisp of the Northern Lights – Mother Nature’s greatest show. This trip is available year-round, offering a unique experience each season.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Opportunities to witness a total solar eclipse are rare. Your chances of experiencing one in the Arctic—from the deck of a polar ship—are even more rare considering the last total solar eclipse north of the Arctic Circle occurred in 2015. The next will take place on August 12, 2026.To satisfy the demand of eclipse-watchers, this longer voyage has been introduced on one of Quark's newest ships, Ocean Explorer. Covering 2,200 nautical miles in total—this expedition features your bucket-list eclipse adventure, time to explore Northeast and South Greenland, plus you get to check off two of the world’s northernmost capital cities: the Icelandic capital of Reykjavik (64°08′ north), where you’ll have time to explore, and Nuuk, Greenland (64°11′ north), where we disembark for our charter flight back to Reykjavik.
World-renown eclipse-cartographer Michael Zeiler will be onboard to deepen your understanding of eclipse-viewing, observational astronomy and celestial mechanics. Of course, you’ll also get to witness waterfalls, towering cliffs and remote fishing villages in the Westfjords, a hidden gem of Iceland, as well as icebergs, wilderness areas, glaciers, and the deep fjords of Greenland.
Special guest Michael Zeiler: The highly respected author, geographer and eclipse cartographer is a member of the International Astronomical Union Working Group on Solar Eclipses – with an asteroid named in his honour. Zeiler has been witnessing solar eclipses since 1991 and was among the first to develop eclipse maps online.
Polar expeditions and cruise
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Reykjavik, Northeast Greenland N
Reykjavik, Northeast Greenland National Park, Northeast Greenland National Park, Westfjords, Denmark Strait
Opportunities to witness a total solar eclipse are rare and your chances of experiencing one in the Arctic, from the deck of a polar ship no less, are even more so (considering the last total solar eclipse north of the Arctic Circle occurred in 2015). The next will take place on August 12, 2026. This voyage aboard the Ocean Explorer features your bucket-list eclipse adventure, time to explore Northeast and South Greenland, and two of the world’s northernmost capital cities – the Icelandic capital of Reykjavik and Nuuk, Greenland. World-renowned eclipse cartographer Michael Zeiler will also be onboard to deepen your understanding of eclipse-viewing, observational astronomy and celestial mechanics. Of course, you’ll also get to witness waterfalls, towering cliffs and remote fishing villages in the Westfjords – a hidden gem of Iceland – as well as icebergs, wilderness areas, glaciers and the deep fjords of Greenland.
Polar expeditions and cruise
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Reykjavik, Westfjords, Northeast
Reykjavik, Westfjords, Northeast Greenland National Park, Aappilattoq, Ivittuut
Experience the 2026 total solar eclipse, with an extraordinary 2 minutes and 2 seconds of totality, from the remote fishing village of Arnarstapi on this 6-day group tour of Iceland. Discover the country's iconic natural wonders, including the majestic Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, the erupting Strokkur geyser, and Thingvellir National Park. Savor bread baked using Iceland's geothermal energy, witness a thrilling volcanic eruption simulation, and explore the rugged beauty of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula.
On this 6-day once-in-a-lifetime group tour to Iceland, you will witness the majestic total solar eclipse of August 12, 2026. Positioned along the central axis of the eclipse in Reykjavik, you will experience nearly a full minute of totality. Also on this tour, enjoy guided sightseeing in the capital and embark on a 2-hour whale watching cruise. Visit the remote Westman Islands to learn about a devastating eruption that took place here in 1973, take a dip in the Sky Lagoon and discover some of Iceland's natural wonders, including Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Reykjavik, Hella
Reykjavik, Hella
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The genesis for this adventure dates to November 24, 2003, the day Quark Expeditions became the first operator to successfully lead a total solar eclipse voyage in remote Antarctica.
On that day, we provided 100 people, from 17 different nations, the experience of becoming the first-ever humans to witness a total solar eclipse in Antarctica. Now we’ve decided to achieve a comparable feat in the Arctic. However, with innovation as our DNA, we set out to make it distinct from any other eclipse-viewing experience in the industry.
We’ve assembled a taskforce of eclipse experts, a meteorologist and members of our Expedition Team to research the geography, terrain, angles of the sun, and Arctic weather patterns to prepare for one of the rarest experiences on the planet – observing a total solar eclipse in the High Arctic.
In addition, you’ll discover the natural wonders of the Westfjords – the unsung wonder of West Iceland. Our journey also takes us into the immense Northeast Greenland National Park, where we cruise the 70mi (110km) King Oscar Fjord. You’ll also get to unleash your inner adventurer on thrilling heli-flightseeing adventures over remote Greenland on Ultramarine’s state-of-the-art helicopters.
Special Guests
David Baron: The veteran science journalist, broadcaster and umbraphile – who has witnessed nine total solar eclipses across the globe – is also the author of the award-winning American Eclipse: A Nation’s Epic Race to Catch the Shadow of the Moon and Win the Glory of the World. Baron has travelled to every continent and more than 50 countries for work and pleasure.
Michael Zeiler: The highly respected author, geographer and eclipse cartographer is a member of the International Astronomical Union Working Group on Solar Eclipses – with an asteroid named in his honour. Zeiler has been witnessing solar eclipses since 1991 and was among the first to develop eclipse maps online.
Polar expeditions and cruise
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Hut
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Reykjavik, Scoresbysund, Westfjo
Reykjavik, Scoresbysund, Westfjords, Northeast Greenland National Park, King Oscar Fjord
Our Icelandic Adventure is filled with iconic experiences that highlight the very best of the region. We have included comfort admission into the famous Blue Lagoon, renowned for its rejuvenating geothermal waters and a natural wonder of the world. Next on your list is a guided excursion into the natural ice caves of Katla. You will embark on a beautiful and exciting super jeep ride to the secret area of one of 13 glaciers where you'll take a short walk through an amazing glacier area towards the natural ice cave - an experience like no other!
Also included within your Icelandic Adventure is entry to Hvammsvik Hot Spring Baths. Away from the crowds, you can enjoy 8 hot springs right on the Atlantic ocean, with water levels and temperatures fluctuating with the tides. Depending on the time of year, we include a Northern Lights by Boat Tour or a Whale Watching Tour. Sail away from the coastline of Reykjavik with a local guide in search for the amazing natural phenomenon that are the Northern Lights. Alternatively, on your guided whale watching tour from Reykjavik, you have the incredible opportunity to see minke and humpback whales, porpoises and dolphins.
Amongst all the above, you will also have the opportunity to drive the iconic Golden Circle route where you can visit UNESCO World Heritage Site Thingvellier National Park, Geysir Geothermal Area and the spectacular glacial waters of Gullfoss Waterfall. Whilst staying in Borgarfjordur within Western Iceland, you can explore the nearby Snaefellsnes, often referred to as 'Iceland in miniature' because of the wealth and diversity of its natural features. The coastline here is adorned with white and black sand beaches including Ytri-Tunga beach where you can observe its year-round seal colony.
Your trip begins and ends in the bustling city of Reykjavik; we recommend adding extra nights here should you want more time to explore the capital.
Explore Iceland’s crater lakes, coastal cliffs and Golden Circles on this six-day family adventure. Start with a lesson about the country's fascinating folklore in Reykjavik, then travel to the Snaefellsness Peninsula to spot Icelandic horses. Trace your way along the Golden Circle, stopping in at the Silfra Fissure, Strokkur Geyser and more, before seeing iconic sights like Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls on your way to the seaside town of Vik. The kids will love seeing real lava up close and making their very own Skrimsli – a cuddly Icelandic wool monster – as well as every other moment of this incredible adventure.
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Guest House
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Reykjavik, Snaefellsnes Peninsul
Reykjavik, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Golden Circle, Hvolsvollur
YEAR-ROUND TOUR: Circumnavigate Iceland in a week on this 7-day escorted group tour from Reykjavik. Hike on a glacier or take an ice cave tour, depending on your season of travel. Discover the natural wonders of the Golden Circle, see icebergs at Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon and hike up a volcano. Walk behind the cascading Seljalandsfoss, enjoy an included 3-hour whale watching cruise and take in the lava towers of Dimmuborgir, plus so much more. End your journey back in the Icelandic capital.
It was a very good program to get to know Iceland and see a lot without having to drive around the island in a rush. I don't have the feeling that I missed out on seeing anything.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
