Iceland: The Golden Circle & The South

Arrive in Reykjavík

Arrive at Keflavik Airport and transfer to Reykjavík. Stay 4 nights at Hotel Reykjavík Saga (or similar).

Meal basis:

As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.

Reykjavík

Enjoy a private tour of Reykjavík, Iceland’s capital, learning about the city’s storied past. This afternoon, visit the Blue Lagoon for a chance to bathe in the silica-rich geothermal waters. (B)

Reykjavík

Navigate Iceland’s Golden Circle, the scenic route linking many of the country’s greatest natural and historical landmarks. Your shared excursion begins in UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park, where you can see Iceland’s Viking-age parliament, and the rift dividing Europe from North America. Continue to the hot springs of the Haukadalur Valley, home to the dependable Strokkur geyser, which erupts every 10 minutes or so. Next, visit Gullfoss, one of Iceland’s most powerful waterfalls, and the aquamarine crater lake of Kerid, nicknamed the ‘Eye of the World’. Finish in the geothermal town of Hveragerdi, with its hot-spring heated greenhouses and earthquake exhibition. This evening, you have the option of joining a northern lights and stargazing excursion (subject to availability). (B)

Reykjavík

Embark on a comprehensive tour of Iceland’s southern wonders. Your shared excursion visits the dramatic waterfalls of Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss – the latter offering a chance to stand behind its cascading curtain; the volcanic black-sand beach of Reynisfjara, with its roiling waves and remarkable basalt columns; and Vik, a small coastal town with a charming red-roofed church. (B)

Fly home

This afternoon, transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B)

Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.