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This tour is divied in two stages. First we explore the Northern part of the Island around Akureyri before we're heading down to explore the South.

Day 1, MON: WEST ICELAND AND OVER THE MOUNTAINS TO THE NORTH (500 km/310 mls)
After leaving Reykjavík, we explore Hraunfossar waterfalls, Europe's most powerful hot spring and climb the Grábrók volcano crater in West Iceland. We see some of Iceland’s past with a visit to Glaumbær Turf Farm & Folk Museum, and travel along fjords and over mountains to Akureyri - the capital of North Iceland, our base for the next five nights.

Day 2, TUE: AKUREYRI AND OPTIONAL TOUR TO HRÍSEY ISLAND (20 km/12 mls)
In the morning, you have a guided walk to explore Akureyri, which has a charming city center and a fine botanical garden. The afternoon is free to explore on your own, or join an optional excursion by bus and ferry to Hrísey Island (driving about 90 km/56 miles).

Day 3, WED: GEOLOGICAL WONDERS OF LAKE MÝVATN (230 km/143 mls)
Full day excursion to Goðafoss waterfall and Lake Mývatn with its rich bird life and extraordinary volcanic landscapes.

Day 4, THU: LEISURE DAY OR OPTIONAL DAY TOUR TO SIGLUFJÖRDUR (300 km/186 mls)
Explore Akureyri on your own or join our optional excursion to see some spectacular fjord landscapes while travelling to Siglufjörður, Iceland’s northern most town.

Day 5, FRI: WHALES, WATERFALLS AND EUROPE’S LARGEST NATIONAL PARK (360 km/223 mls)
Húsavík is a picturesque small fishing town only an hour from Akureyri, where you can join an optional whale watching cruise or visit some of the many museums. Then we travel to the northern part of Vatnajökull National Park, stop at bird cliffs where puffins may be seen, and visit the huge canyon of Ásbyrgi and Dettifoss, Europe's most powerful waterfall.

Day 6, SAT: KJÖLUR HIGHLAND ROAD (390 km/242 mls)
We go through the heart of Iceland today – travelling on the Kjölur Trail, between the glaciers Langjökull and Hofsjökull. We stop at the hot springs of Hveravellir, where you can soak in a natural hot pool. Hella, a small village in South Iceland, is our base for the next six nights. The Best of North Iceland ends today, as travellers return to Reykjavík.

Day 7, SUN: SOUTH SHORE (200 km/124 mls)
The Best of South Iceland starts this morning as those travellers join the group for the rest of the tour. We visit the glaciers, waterfalls, bird cliffs and lava beaches of South Iceland. There is an optional glacier walk or a visit to Skógar village together with our guide.

Day 8, MON: ÞJÓRSÁRDALUR (180 km/112 mls)
We travel alongside the Hekla volcano and visit the Hjálparfoss waterfall, the Viking farm ruins at Stöng and enjoy a leisurely hike to Gjáin, a green oasis in an otherwise rocky, barren moon landscape.

Day 9, TUE: LEISURE DAY OR OPTIONAL DAY TOUR TO VATNAJÖKULL NATIONAL PARK (600 km/372 mls)
Today is a free day, or you can join an optional day tour to the southern part of Vatnajökull National Park, home of Europe’s largest glacier and including a visit to Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon with floating icebergs.

Day 10, WED: WESTMAN ISLANDS (100 km/62 mls)
Ahoy! We take a short ferry ride to the Westman Islands. There is a bus and walking tour of the village of Heimaey. You have the afternoon free to explore the island, with its birds and signs of recent volcanic eruptions.

Day 11, THU: GOLDEN CIRCLE (230 km/143 mls)
A day to visit three of Iceland’s most important spots: Gullfoss waterfall, Geyser hot springs and Þingvellir National Park.

Day 12, FRI: REYKJANES PENINSULA, BLUE LAGOON AND REYKJAVÍK (200 km/124 mls)
Hot springs, lava fields, amazing bird cliffs and moon landscapes are on today’s itinerary. After an optional visit to the Blue Lagoon the tour ends after a Reykjavík city tour.

Note:

  • About 1-2 hours light walking each day, mainly several short walks from the bus to the different nature sights.
  • It is an easy tour in which nearly everyone can take part.
  • Total mileage is about 2.410 km (1.495 miles) for the tour, and about 990 km (614 miles) for the optional tours

Optional tours that can be booked in advance:

  • Day 2: Hrisey Island including ferry, 4-5 hours for ... €
  • Day 4: Siglufjörður, Iceland's most northern town, 8 hours for ... €
  • Day 9: Vatnajökull National Park, 12 hours for ... €

Those optional tours can also be booked and paid while on tour directly with the tour guide.

Other optional activities that can only be booked and paid during the tour:

  • Different museums: between 5 € to 15 € entrance fee
  • Whale watching in Husavik (day 5): ... €
  • Glacier hike during South Shore Tour (day 7): ... €
  • Boat Tour on Glacial Lagoon (day 9): ... €
  • Blue Lagoon entrance & towel (day 12): ... € or Blue Lagoon visitor fee: ... €

Above prices are subject to change!

Prices

Hotel category Facilities Room type Price Extra single
Tourist class shared double or twin (triple not available) TBA TBA
Tourist class private double, twin or triple TBA TBA
Superior class private double or twin (triple not available) TBA TBA

Note that the number of rooms in the superior class is limited.

Children discount

In general the escorted coach tours are not recommended for children under the age of 10, except they are experienced coach tour travellers. Children 2-11 years pay 75% and 12 years and older full fare. On hotel tours the reductions are only valid when the child is sharing a room with two full paying persons. Largest available room type on hotel tours are triple (in some only double) rooms.

Min. group size
All dates are guaranteed departures once a booking is made
Max. group size 28
Min. age 10 years. Children discount see "Prices".
Pick up All tours depart Reykjavík at 09:00 with pick up from accommodation between 08:15-08:45.
Accommodation

5 nights in Akureyri, North Iceland with the following accommodation choices:

  • Edda Hotel Akureyri with shared facilities
  • Edda Hotel Akureyri with private facilities
  • Hotel Kea as superior accommodation

6 nights in Hella, South Iceland with the following accommodation choices:

  • Fosshotel Mosfell with shared facilities
  • Fosshotel Mosfell with private facilities
  • Hotel Rangá as superior accommodation
Pre & post nights in Reykjavik Are not included in tour price but we are happy to book accommodation for you! Please ontact us for further information and prices.
Meals included 11x breakfast
Lunch stops will be made at restaurants or café-shops en route.
Dinner: we will provide the group members a list of restaurant options in Akureyri and Hella. For guests staying at Hotel Rangá the only dining option is the excellent a la carte restaurant at the hotel (not included in tour price)
Recommended clothing/equipment Although you won't be outside for long times prepare for the changing Icelandic weather.  Bring rain gear and warm cloths - also in the summer. Layer technique has profed to work well. Furthermore:
* sturdy boots
* sunscreen
* swim suit
* hat
* binoculars
Aiport transfer There's no airport transfer included in the trip. The Flybus shuttle operates regular service between Keflavik airport and Reykjavik's city centre in time with arriving and departing flights. There's no need to book tickets in advance. You can buy them upon arrival in the Reykjavik Excursions' booth in the arrival hall.
Guide An english speaking professional tour guide will join the group on day 2 and travel with you.

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12 days
Included
  • Bus transfer
  • English speaking guide
  • 11 nights accommodation
  • 11x breakfast
  • Ferry to/from Westman Islands
  • Entrance to Glaumbær folk museum
Not Included
  • Accommodation in Reykjavik before and after the tour
  • Airport transfers
  • Other optional tours like afternoon program on day 2 and full day program on day 4 and 9
  • All other services not mentioned in "included"

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