Experience Iceland intimately with over 50 small group tours (max 16 travelers). Enjoy personal attention from guides, flexibility in itineraries, and deeper cultural connections, rated by more than 150 small group travelers.
Chase the ethereal beauty of the Aurora Borealis on the Iceland Northern Lights Experience 2D/1N. Starting and ending in Reykjavik, this guided adventure unfolds across the Snæfellsnes Peninsula and the Golden Circle, combining geothermal relaxation with unforgettable night skies. With a relaxed pace, it’s perfect for travelers who yearn for raw landscapes and magical moments. The USP: expertly guided Northern Lights hunting paired with Iceland’s natural wonders, ensuring a once-in-a-lifetime escape for those in search of awe and wonder under Arctic stars.
AdventureTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Go in search of the most dramatic lightshow on Earth on this aurora-hunting adventure in Iceland. Guided by an expert local tour leader, we head into the Icelandic countryside, where the dark skies (and real-time data) give us our best chance of seeing the Northern Lights. Here, we also discover roaring waterfalls, icebergs littered on the black volcanic sands of Diamond Beach, and the Golden Circle of Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir and Thingvellir National Park.
One of Our Top Recommended Trips for 2026… Here’s Why
Our stage in the Solar Cycle, a natural 11-year fluctuation in the sun’s magnetic activity, means that 2026 promises to be the best aurora-viewing year in a decade with more intense and more frequent displays. If you’ve ever dreamt of seeing the Northern Lights, now’s the time to book that trip! − Garance Chuzel, destination expert.
Winter adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Get ready to explore Iceland’s most stunning sights on this Iceland tour from West to East. Your journey begins in Reykjavik, where you'll immerse yourself in Icelandic history, culture, and cuisine. Next, you’ll visit the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, named the ultimate winter destination by Travel & Leisure. Explore jagged bays, rugged cliffs, glacier tongues, ancient lava tubes, black pebble beaches, and the famous Kirkjufell mountain. Chase the Northern Lights at night. In Borgarfjörður, you’ll enjoy views of Mount Kirkjufell, Hraunfossar waterfall, and Europe's most powerful hot spring, Deildartunguhver. You’ll get to learn about poet Snorri Sturluson in Reykholt and get the chance to either soak in Krauma geothermal baths or visit Sturlureykir horse farm. You’ll also get to explore the Golden Circle with stops at Thingvellir, Gullfoss waterfall, and Strokkur hot spring. Visit Seljalandsfoss waterfall and Reynisfjara black sand beach, ending with another Northern Lights chase. The highlight of the tour will be when you get to marvel at floating icebergs in Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and visit Diamond Beach. Explore a natural ice cave in Vatnajökull glacier or Katla Ice Cave in summer. The tour will conclude with a visit to Skógafoss waterfall and Reynisfjara beach. You’ll also pass by moss-covered lava fields and snow-capped mountains on your return to Reykjavik, completing your unforgettable Icelandic adventure !
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Get ready to explore some of the most famous sights and stunningly beautiful places in South Iceland. Your journey will begin in Reykjavik, the northernmost capital of the world, and the perfect place to learn about Icelandic history, culture, and cuisine. In Reykjavik, you will also get the chance to go Whale Watching, and experiencing the Sky Lagoon - Iceland’s latest geothermal lagoon spa experience. Next, you will visit the Westman Islands and the village of Heimaey, which is also known as ‘Pompeii of the North’. You will spend 2 days exploring the highlights of South Iceland, such as Seljalandsfoss waterfall and Skógafoss waterfall, and also get to witness the Icelandic Lava show near Vik which is the only exhibition in the world where you can experience actual flowing lava! You will then explore Landmannalaugar, and go on a short hike to Brenninsteinsalda, the rainbow mountain of Iceland, before returning back to Reykjavik, where your tour of South Iceland will come to an end!
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Discover Iceland’s iconic Golden Circle on a premium small bus tour designed for seasoned explorers and young adventurers alike. Covering around 300 kilometers from Reykjavik into Iceland’s heart, this tour package brings you face-to-face with geological marvels and local traditions.
Begin at Thingvellir, a site rich in history and the best vantage point for viewing the North Atlantic divergent ridge. Visit Friðheimar farm and greenhouse to meet Icelandic horses and savor fresh tomatoes, with the option to enjoy lunch amid the greenery. Next, marvel at the jewel-toned Kerið crater lake, a volcanic wonder with striking colors and a storied past.
Continue to the awe-inspiring Gullfoss Waterfall, where powerful cascades create unforgettable vistas. The tour also includes photo stops and spontaneous chances to meet friendly Icelandic horses along the way.
With groups capped at 18 guests, the standout feature of this tour is its intimate scale—offering greater flexibility, more personal interaction, and plenty of free time to savor each stop. It’s a sightseeing trip that blends iconic sights, local flavor, and authentic Icelandic hospitality for a truly memorable journey.
Bus toursSightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Age Range
8-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Reykjavik, Golden Circle, Thingvellir National Park
Reykjavik, Golden Circle, Thingvellir National Park
By combining two of Iceland’s best-known trekking trails, you get an unbelievable seven-day trek through incredibly diverse landscapes. From the famous geothermal area of Landmannalaugar to the volcanic landscapes of Fimmvörðuháls. This path takes us through it all; over multi-coloured hills and black sands deserts, alongside small gullies and great canyons, through verdurous valleys, between glamorous glaciers, and past wonderful waterfalls. This is a memorable hike littered with contrasts giving you a chance to absorb the true spirit of this remarkable country. Accommodations will be provided in comfortable mountain huts and all luggage will be transferred along the trail except for the last night where we carry a light backpack to a hut hardly accessible by vehicles. Trekking: 6 daysWalking per day: 4-7 hoursTotal walking distance: 78 km. (48 miles)Altitude: 200-1100 m. (650-3600 feet)Maximum Ascent: 900 m. (3000 feet)Day 1: REYKJAVÍK - LANDMANNALAUGAR - HRAFNTINNUSKERWe take the regular public bus from BSI bus terminal, that during the summer months drives the mountain tracks that lead to Landmannalaugar, passing by the Hekla volcano and other volcanoes in the Dómadalur area. Arriving in Landmannalaugar at noon, we have a lunch and then head south into the mountains. The trail takes us past small gorges, steaming hot springs and yellow mountain ridges. We will arrive in the late afternoon at Hrafntinnusker mountain hut, where we will stay the night.Day 2: HRAFNTINNUSKER - ÁLFTAVATNFrom Hrafntinnusker we descend down in the gullies of Jökultungur with hundreds of steaming hot springs and mud pools. Fascinating views to the south to the Álftavatn area (Swan Lake), and the Mýrdalsjökull and Eyjafjallajökull glaciers. In the afternoon we arrive at Álftavatn hut where we stay the night.Day 3: ÁLFTAVATN - EMSTRURWe pass at the foot of the green conic volcano of Stórasúla before entering the black deserts of Mælifellssandur. Heading towards another ancient and verdurous volcano, the Hattfell, we enter the Emstrur region where farmers used to graze their sheep in summer. Before arriving at the Botnar hut where we stay the night, we visit the magnificent Markarfljót canyon cut almost 200 m down into the rocks south of Hattfell.Day 4: EMSTRUR - ÞÓRSMÖRKWe continue up and down through the small valleys and gullies of Emstrur, where the great Mýrdalsjökull glacier rises only a couple of kilometers away. At the end of the day, the vegetation starts to grow thicker and higher as we descend into Þórsmörk’s (the woods of Thor) green valleys filled with arctic birch forests and colorful flowers. We cross the river Krossá on a footbridge entering the magic landscapes of Goðaland, the abode of the Gods. Nesting at the foot of two glaciers this is a wonderland of ridges and cliffs covered by a multitude of flowers and grasses, certainly fit for gods and humans alike. Even the elves have made themselves at home here. We spend the night in the Básar hut.Day 5: ÞÓRSMÖRK - FIMMVÖRÐUHÁLSWe climb up the hills leading to the pass of Fimmvörðuháls, walking along the Kattarhryggir ridges with views to the impressive mountain of Útigönguhöfði up to Morinsheiði heath. At the end of the Morinsheiði plateau we enjoy the view of the lava stream that flowed down from the Fimmvörðuháls volcano in March and early April 2010. As we gain height above Morinsheiði we come to the lava and then to the two craters Magni and Móði that erupted prior to the main Eyjafjallajökull crater. We head back to Þórsmörk with the magnificent view over the glaciers and this beautiful valley for our celebration barbeque dinner and night in Básar Hut.Day 6: ÞÓRSMÖRK VALLEYWe spend the last day in Þórsmörk, the hiker’s paradise, where we have an abundance of choices between various paths. For example, we can visit the Sönghellir cave (“Song cave”), climb up the small mountain of Valahnúkur from where the magnificent views can be enjoyed, or hike into the beautifully carved canyon Stakkholtsgjá. This oasis between the mountains is also an ideal place to relax and just enjoy nature. Return to Reykjavik in the afternoon.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
xplore one of Iceland's most breathtaking volcanic regions on this remote trail. Led by an experienced trekking guide, you will embark on a mesmerizing hike through the wild terrain of Vatnajökull National Park and South Fjallabak through breathtaking landscape, you'll traverse a dynamic terrain boasting lava fields, towering mountain peaks, awe-inspiring waterfalls, vibrant green moss, volcanic black sand, and an inviting natural hot pool. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the land and the profound solitude it offers. In the evenings, find solace and camaraderie in the cozy mountain huts along the trail, sharing stories and laughter with your amiable guide and fellow travellers in this intimate setting.This trek is tailor-made for adventurers seeking to break free from the usual paths and discover the true essence of Iceland's natural wonders.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers