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9 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

12 peopleMaximum group size

15 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Reykjavik, Iceland

Ends

Reykjavik, Iceland

Highlights

Witness the diversity of Iceland's natural phenomena – rootless craters, glacial lakes and geothermal lagoons. Visit Gulfoss – Iceland's largest waterfall – and the hot springs of the Sky Lagoon.

Get to know Iceland’s gentle giants on board a carbon-neutral sailing boat. This Exclusive Experience allows you to respectfully and silently spot whales with the help of an expert guide.

Stay in the stylish Fosshotel for your Feature Stay, offering up priceless views of the surrounding landscape and an excellent on-site restaurant that uses fresh Icelandic produce.

Gain an insight into how the eruption of Eyafjallajokull volcano in 2010 has affected the lives of the residents in the Hvolsvollur Valley, then take part in their tree planting project during an Exclusive Experience.

From a soak in the Deildartunguhver Hot Spring to a visit to a local artist’s stone carving workshops and a tasting session of Icelandic specialties, your Exclusive Experiences will deepen your understanding of Icelandic culture.

By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Intrepid Foundation partner, SEA LIFE TRUST Beluga Whale Sanctuary in the Westman Islands. Donations help them in their work with rescuing local puffins as well as rehabilitation of these and two rescued beluga whales, which were previously performing in captivity in an aquarium in Shanghai. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

Itinerary

Iceland’s wild beauty comes alive on this nine-day Premium Iceland tour, starting and finishing in Reykjavik. Tailored for experienced travelers and seniors, the easygoing itinerary invites you to marvel at Skagafjordur’s sweeping valleys, Akureyri’s northern charm, and the dramatic coastal cliffs and glaciers of the western peninsulas. Highlights include a boat cruise through Glacier Lagoon’s floating icebergs, whale watching on a carbon-neutral voyage, and relaxing in the Arctic Ocean’s unique waters. The tour’s standout feature is its handpicked local experiences—visiting artisans in Grundarfjordur and sampling fresh Icelandic produce—offering a true taste of this Nordic wonderland. With expert guidance and comfortable accommodations, this trip is ideal for those seeking authentic adventure and relaxation in equal measure.

day 1 - Reykjavik

Velkominn! Welcome to Iceland. Your adventure begins in Reykjavik, where you’ll be picked up from the airport by a local representative and transferred to your hotel. You’ll then have a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, why not stroll around the world's northernmost capital and visit the National Museum to see the permanent exhibition on the history of Iceland. After your meeting, head out with your leader and small group to get to know Reykjavik’s food scene. Have dinner at one of the city’s fantastic local restaurants and learn about Icelandic produce and cuisine.

included:Reykjavik - Welcome Dinner, Complimentary Arrival Transfer

accommodation:Hotel Reykjavik Centrum or similar

meals:1 Dinner

day 2 - Thingvellir National Park / Borgarfjordur / Snaefellsnes Peninsula

Today, you’ll board a private vehicle and drive to Thingvellir National Park (Parliament Plains) – your leader will explain how this spot is both the original location of Iceland’s first parliament from AD 930 and a geological phenomenon. From here, enter the Borgarfjordur area and visit the spectacular waterfalls of Hraunfossar (Lava waterfalls) and Barnafossar (Children’s waterfalls). Continue to Deildartunguhver – Europe’s most powerful warm water spring. In the afternoon, head to your overnight stay in the southern part of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. When you’re settled, meet up with your group for dinner.

included:Borgarfjordur - Deildartunguhver Hot Spring, Golden Circle - Thingvellir National Park (Parliament Plains), Borgarfjordur - Hraunfossar & Barnafoss Waterfalls

accommodation:Hotel Snaefellsnes or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

day 3 - Snaefellsnes Peninsula / Skagafjordur

Today you’ll continue around the Snaefellsnes Peninsula and its glacier Snaefellsjokull – an icecap covering a dormant volcano. Visit the small town of Budir, followed by a stop at the basaltic pebble beaches framed by lava. Then, visit Arnarstapi, where a short stroll along the coastal cliffs gives you access to the rich birdlife of the area. Continue to Grundarfjordur, where you’ll stop by the open air workshop of local artist Linston to admire his stone carvings. You’ll also have a guided tour of the Glaumbaer Farm and Museum. The farmhouse is built of turf, stones and timber and dates back to the Age of the Settlements (AD 900). After, drive to Saudarkrokur in Iceland's north, located on Skagafjordur Fjord. Your home for the night is the family-run Hotel Tindastoll, Iceland’s oldest hotel. Experience a part of Iceland’s history as soon as you step through the door – the hotel’s past is everywhere, from the antique furniture to the original architecture. The hotel also features a courtyard with a thermal hot tub and some pretty incredible surroundings.

included:Snaefellsnes Peninsula - Snaefellsjokull, Arnarstapi & Stykkisholmur, Glaumbaer - Turf Houses visit and guided tour

accommodation:Hotel Tindastoll Saudarkrokur (Feature Stay) or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

day 4 - Trollaskagi Peninsula / Akureyri / Husavik

Drive around the Trollaskagi Peninsula and visit the small fishing town of Siglufjordur. Explore the town centre, dwarfed by towering mountains on three sides with the fjord on its north. Further along the coast you’ll have the opportunity to dip your toes in the Arctic Ocean before an Icelandic schnapps tasting, accompanied by some local delicacies – think shark, lamb’s head, liver sausage and dried fish. Continue to Hauganes, where you’ll get to know the gentle giants of Iceland’s waters on board a carbon neutral whale watching tour. Minke and humpback whales are commonly spotted in these parts, and the boat keeps a respectful distance from the whales, allowing you to observe them in their natural environment without disturbing or distressing them. You’ll be joined on board by an expert whale watching guide who will help to spot these beautiful creatures while providing insight on their lives and habitats in Arctic waters. Continue to the town of Akureyri and head out for a leader-led orientation drive when you arrive. Next, drive to the mighty waterfall of Godafoss, also known as The Waterfall of the Gods, before continuing to your hotel in Husavik.

included:Trollaskagi Peninsula - Siglufjordur, Trollaskagi Peninsula - Icelandic Specialties Tasting, Myvatn - Godafoss Waterfall, Hauganes - Whale Watching Excursion

accommodation:Fosshotel Husavik or similar

meals:1 Breakfast

day 5 - Husavik / Lake Myvatn / Egilsstadir

Start the day with a scenic drive through the Lake Myvatn area – one of the most interesting geological areas of the northern hemisphere. Visit several geological anomalies lining the lake’s shoreline, including the lava labyrinth of Dimmuborgir, the pseudo-crater group at Skutustadir and the boiling mud pots and sulphuric vents of Namaskard. Your leader will be on hand to explain how these natural wonders came to be. Drive via the highlands to your overnight stop at Egilsstadir.

included:Myvatn - Lake Myvatn scenic drive, Myvatn - Namaskard Boiling Mud Pools, Dimmuborgir & Skutustadir Crater Group

accommodation:Hotel 1001 Nott or similar

meals:1 Breakfast

day 6 - East Fjords / Jokulsarlon

This morning after breakfast, continue along the beautiful coastal region of Iceland's East Fjords, taking in the views of varied landscapes as mountains give way to deep fjords. Drive from your Hotel in Egilsstaðir through the Eastfjords. Make stops along the way at small towns like Djupivogur, which became a member of the cittaslow movement in 2013 and is aiming to be the Happiest Town in Iceland. Drive to the famous Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon for a boat tour on the milky blue waters. Get up close and personal with huge floating icebergs, originating from Vatnajokull – Europe’s largest ice cap. If you’re lucky, you may even spot a seal or two during your boat ride! Later, discover the Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon – your Feature Stay for this evening. This modern and contemporary hotel carefully considers its surroundings as spacious rooms with huge windows show off views of the mountains and sea, while the interiors reflect the colours of the world outside.

included:Jokulsarlon - Glacier Lagoon Boat Ride (seasonal), East Fjords - Scenic Drive

accommodation:Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

day 7 - Vatnajokull National Park / South Coast / Hella

Visit Vatnajokull National Park today and walk to the tongue of either Skaftafellsjökull or Svínafellsjökull glacier. Drive over the black sands and lava formations caused by the Laki eruption of 1874 – an event that has shaped Iceland's history and culture. Visit the waterfalls of Seljarlandsfoss and Skogafoss, then continue to your base for the evening near Hella.

included:South Coast - Seljalandsfoss & Skogafoss Waterfalls

accommodation:Landhotel Hella or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

day 8 - Golden Circle / Reykjavik

From Hella, drive to the geyser geothermal area for the spouting hot springs of Geysir (after which all other geysers were named) and Strokkur – the most reliable of the geysers, erupting every ten minutes on average. Then, it’s on to Gullfoss (the Golden Waterfall) where on a sunny day, you can see rainbows shimmer in the spray above the waterfall. Visit the Sky Lagoon – a geothermal spa overlooking the ocean. Sit back and relax in the warming waters as you breathe in the ocean air and soak in the views. Drive back to Reykjavik city centre for a short tour with your leader to get to know the main sights of this eclectic city. The evening is free for you to explore the streets of Iceland’s capital – you may like to join your group for a final dinner together to round off your adventure.

included:Reykjavik - Leader-led walking tour, Golden Circle - Thingvellir National Park, Strokkur Geysir & Gullfoss Waterfall, Golden Circle - Strokkur Geyser & Gullfoss Waterfall, Reykjavik - Sky Lagoon

accommodation:Hotel Reykjavik Centrum or similar

meals:1 Breakfast

day 9 - Reykjavik

With no activities planned, your adventure comes to an end after breakfast today. If you’d like to extend your stay in Reykjavik, just get in touch with your booking agent ahead of time.

meals:1 Breakfast

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What's Included

Accommodation

Comfortable hotel (7 nights), Feature stay (1 night)

Meals

8 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners

Transport

Private Vehicle (Mercedes Benz Sprinter or similar)

Guide

An expert tour leader

Included Activities

Reykjavik - Welcome DinnerComplimentary Arrival TransferBorgarfjordur - Deildartunguhver Hot SpringGolden Circle - Thingvellir National Park (Parliament Plains)Borgarfjordur - Hraunfossar & Barnafoss WaterfallsSnaefellsnes Peninsula - Snaefellsjokull, Arnarstapi & StykkisholmurGlaumbaer - Turf Houses visit and guided tourTrollaskagi Peninsula - SiglufjordurTrollaskagi Peninsula - Icelandic Specialties TastingMyvatn - Godafoss WaterfallHauganes - Whale Watching ExcursionMyvatn - Lake Myvatn scenic driveMyvatn - Namaskard Boiling Mud Pools, Dimmuborgir & Skutustadir Crater GroupJokulsarlon - Glacier Lagoon Boat Ride (seasonal)East Fjords - Scenic DriveSouth Coast - Seljalandsfoss & Skogafoss WaterfallsReykjavik - Leader-led walking tourGolden Circle - Thingvellir National Park, Strokkur Geysir & Gullfoss WaterfallGolden Circle - Strokkur Geyser & Gullfoss WaterfallReykjavik - Sky Lagoon

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