Icelandic Adventure
Icelandic Adventure
Icelandic Adventure
10 Days Starting and ending in Iceland
Visiting: Reykjavík, Golden Circle Iceland, Mývatn, Húsavík, Goðafoss, Akureyri, Laugarbakki, Snæfellsnes, Borgarnes, Húsafell, LANGJÖKULL Glacier Klaki Basecamp, Blue Lagoon
Tour operator:
Tour code:
14490
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
10 - 24
Physical rating:
High, Acivity Level 4
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Collette with any specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
Encounter a world of untamed beauty as you discover Iceland’s adventurous landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Travel the stunning Golden Circle and visit Thingvellir National Park, Geysir thermal field, and the awe-inspiring Gullfoss waterfall. Interact with friendly Icelandic horses. Go whale watching in Skjálfandi Bay with specialized RIB zodiac boats. Savor Icelandic delicacies during a visit to a local goat farm. Ascend the Langjokull glacier in a super truck surrounded by uninterrupted mountain scenery. Take a dip in the famous Blue Lagoon. From ethereal lava fields to thundering waterfalls and coastal villages, this tour reveals the island’s dramatic contrasts.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Overnight Flight
Location: Reykjavík
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: No Meals
You’re on your way to Iceland, a land forged by fire and ice, where adventurous landscapes give way to a rich cultural heritage. Discover the dramatic contrasts: from ethereal lava fields and thundering waterfalls to charming coastal villages.
Day 2 : Reykjavík, Iceland - Tour Begins
Location: Reykjavík
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Discover culture and history in Reykjavík – Iceland’s capital. Explore the old section on a walking tour featuring the Parliament, harbor, city hall, and the city’s oldest building. Gaze up at the famous glass façade of the Harpa Concert Hall, a true marvel of modern architecture. Tonight, enjoy a traditional Icelandic dinner at a distinctive local restaurant.
Day 3 : Reykjavík - Golden Circle - Reykjavík
Location: Reykjavík, Golden Circle Iceland, Reykjavík
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel the Golden Circle to see Iceland's most iconic natural wonders, including the Mid-Atlantic Ridge in Thingvellir National Park where you can walk between two continents. Learn how locals use Iceland’s geothermal energy to cook food and taste “lava bread,” which is submerged into the earth and cooked for 24 hours. Continue along the Golden Circle and take in the beauty of the Gullfoss (Golden Falls) double-cascade waterfall before visiting the explosive Strokkur fountain geyser.
Day 4 : Reykjavík - Lake Mývatn
Location: Reykjavík, Mývatn
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
This morning, fly* to Akureyri and take in the unique volcanic landscape that surrounds Lake Mývatn. You will have a chance to explore the Hverir geothermal area, where bubbling mud pools resemble a Martian terrain. Next, it’s your choice! Dip into the warm water and steam of the Lake Mývatn Nature Baths, frequented by Icelanders and visitors alike -OR- hike through Dimmuborgir and pass by irregular lava formations and mystical caves that inspire your imagination.
Day 5 : Lake Mývatn - Húsavík - Whale Watching - Lake Mývatn
Location: Mývatn, Húsavík, Mývatn
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Venture into the town of Húsavík, where legend claims the Norse first settled in Iceland. Gear up in thermal wear to join expert whale watchers on a cruise on Skjálfandi Bay. Aboard specialized Zodiacs, you’ll get as close as you can to whales in northern Iceland. You may see humpback, minke, fin or harbor porpoise, and possibly the orca or giant blue whales that frequent these waters. End your day with a visit to Grenjaðarstaður and peruse Icelandic turf settlement homes.
Day 6 : Lake Mývatn - Goðafoss - Akureyri - Laugarbakki
Location: Mývatn, Goðafoss, Akureyri, Laugarbakki
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
En route to Akureyri, stop at one of Iceland's most historic waterfalls, Goðafoss, where Iceland was converted to Christianity in A.D. 1000. Enjoy time at leisure in Akureyri to explore Iceland’s second largest city. Perhaps you’ll peruse its botanical garden, a public park positioned just 30 miles south of the Arctic Circle and dedicated to finding and testing foreign plants to grow in Iceland. Next, head to the scenic Norðurland Vestra region, famous for its horse breeding. On a family-owned farm, grab your camera for a photo tour of the stables and interact with these friendly animals. Later this afternoon, travel to the village of Laugarbakki.
Day 7 : Laugarbakki – Snæfellsnes Peninsula - Borgarnes
Location: Laugarbakki, Snæfellsnes, Borgarnes
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
This morning, journey to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, with its camera-ready black sand beaches, mountain peaks, volcanic craters, rocky coastlines, and tiny fishing villages. Then journey 100 feet below the ground and into an 8,000-year-old lava tube on a tour of Vatnshellir Cave.** In addition to seeing the cave’s amazing rock pigments and lava formations, you’ll also get to experience total and absolute darkness. End the day in Borgarnes, your home for the next 2 nights.
Day 8 : Borgarnes - Húsafell - Langjökull Glacier Experience - Borgarnes
Location: Borgarnes, Húsafell, LANGJÖKULL Glacier Klaki Basecamp, Borgarnes
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner,
This morning, journey inland to Húsafell and look out at the misty waterfalls cascading over lava rocks. Then, experience an Impact Moment with a visit to Jóhanna’s goat farm. Here, she has helped to bring this unique breed, dating back to the time of Iceland’s settlement, back from the brink of extinction. After visiting with the friendly goats, enjoy a simple meal of homemade specialties from the farm. Then, bundle up and ascend Langjökull glacier*** via mountain truck and go “Into the Glacier” to experience the purest blue ice color in this man-made tunnel, the world’s largest.****
Day 9 : Borgarnes - Blue Lagoon - Reykjavík
Location: Borgarnes, Blue Lagoon, Reykjavík
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
Visit the Settlement Museum and dive into the origins of Icelandic heritage, including the works of the famous Viking poet Egill Skallagrímsson. Drive to the Reykjanes Peninsula, home to the famous Blue Lagoon. Take a dip in the warm, mineral-rich waters of this iconic geothermal pool, located in the heart of a dramatic lava field. Come together this evening for a farewell dinner at a restaurant featuring Icelandic cuisine.
Day 10 : Reykjavík - Tour Ends
Location: Reykjavík
Meals Included: Breakfast
Head home having uncovered Iceland’s adventurous side.
What's Included
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Accommodation
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Drinks with Meals
(non-alcoholic)
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Meals – Half Board
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Train Tickets
(if train occurs once tour starts and before tour ends – i.e. not airport transfers)
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Fully Guided
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Country Entry Visas
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Tipping and Gratuities
Experiences
- Enter into a hidden world as you descend into the expansive Vatnshellir lava cave.
- Go whale watching in Skjálfandi Bay with specialized RIB Zodiac boats.
- Ascend the massive Langjokull glacier via mountain truck.
Check out our Q&As
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What is the tipping policy?
Igratuities for included meals and accommodation housekeeping are included. It is customary to tip you Tour Manager and driver at the end of the tour.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Varies by tour.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes.
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No, the fees associated with required Visa’s are an additional expense.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
That will vary by country of residence and country destination.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, it varies by tour.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, our Customer Care center would be happy to help.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
We can accommodate children as young as 5 years old, provided they are traveling / rooming with a parent or legal guardian.
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes, with few exception.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Absolutley. Out tours are crafted with that in mind – striking a balance between included experiences and time to explore on your own.
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes, most likely. Our tours draw travelers from the United States, Canada and Australia, predominatly.
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Effective immediately and until further notice, all guests will be required to bring one of the following: proof of vaccination (official vaccination certificate in paper or electronic form), proof of recovery from COVID-19 or a negative test result (FDA Approved diagnostic) for a test performed 72-hours or less from the start date of the tour with you on tour to verify information you will be pro
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What is the maximum group size?
Varies by tour.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No, unless you purchase and land and air package from Collette.
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Local currency.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes, an experienced Tour Manager, with the passion for travel, discovery and the destination - will guide you through your journey from start to finish,
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Are flights included in this tour?
No.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes, you will receive full information within the weeks leading up to your departure.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Primarily, yes. All of the coaches used must meet rigourous safety and cleanliness standards.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
Varies by tour, but typically thjey are 4* / 4*+, and an occaissional 5*
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Yes. Baggage is limited to 1 checked bag and 1 carry per person.
Book with Confidence
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Low Deposit
Collette requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of collette charges.
Up to 300 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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