Iceland Full Circle & Westfjords Guided Tour - Small Group Adventure

Today your Icelandic adventure begins. Your driver-guide will meet you at your hotel, and take you on a tour of the iconic Golden Circle.

First, you’ll head to Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During your visit, you’ll see the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, where 2 continents are slowly pulling apart. Next up is Geysir geothermal area, where the active Stokkur geyser erupts into the air every 10 minutes or so. Then, you’ll continue to the legendary Gullfoss waterfall, which makes up the trio of natural attractions on this tour.

After exploring the Golden Circle, you’ll stop by the Friðheimar greenhouse and farm. Here, you can taste delicious, geothermally-grown tomatoes and visit the stables where you’ll meet friendly Icelandic horses.

Back at your accommodation, you and your fellow travelers will enjoy dinner with stunning views over the Ölfusá river (dinner is included).

This morning, you’ll learn about Iceland’s geology at the Lava Centre, an interactive volcano exhibition.

Afterwards, explore more of the south coast, where you’ll discover natural wonders around each bend. First up is Seljalandsfoss, a jaw-dropping waterfall you can walk behind. Then, prepare to be wowed by Skógafoss, another one of Iceland’s most beautiful waterfalls, with a 60–meter (197–foot) drop.

Your next stop will be the Skógar Museum, where you’ll find a huge collection of historical artefacts, including a model turf-house village. Further on is the coastal village of Vík. Here, you’ll get to walk the iconic Reynisfjara black sand beach and see the Dyrhólaey and Reynisdrangar rock formations.

Spend the night in picturesque Kirkjubæjarklaustur, where you and your group will have a delicious dinner together (dinner is included).

Today you'll make your way east to see some of Iceland’s most photogenic attractions. Your first stop is Skaftafell, a nature-lover’s paradise within the Vatnajökull National Park. Here, you’ll spend time soaking up the area’s epic landscapes.

Next, your guide will take you to the Fjallsárlón glacier lagoon and its more well-known neighbour, the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. At Jökulsárlón, you’ll sail between shimmering icebergs on a guided boat tour.

Afterwards, tuck into homemade ice cream at a nearby local farm. This evening, enjoy a group dinner at your accommodation (dinner is included).

On your drive through East Iceland, you’ll be treated to views of pretty fishing villages, stunning fjords, and dramatic landscapes. In Stöðvarfjörður, you’ll stop by Petra's Stone Collection, a private mineral and stone exhibition in a beautiful botanic garden.

At the end of the day, you’ll have dinner back at your hotel (dinner is included).

This morning your journey takes you north, with a stop at the mighty Dettifoss, Europe’s second most powerful waterfall.

Next up is the beautiful Lake Mývatn, which sits in the middle of a giant lava field. Here you’ll see volcanic craters, mud pools, and steam vents. Plus, you could check out nearby attractions such as the Dimmuborgir caves and Námaskarð hot springs. In summer, Lake Mývatn’s lush shores are home to dozens of bird species.

You’ll end the day with dinner at your accommodation (dinner is included).

Your first stop today will be the coastal town of Húsavík, also known as Iceland’s whale-watching capital. At the local whale museum, you’ll find 11 whale skeletons on display.

Next is Jökulsárgljúfur National Park, home to the horseshoe-shaped Ásbyrgi canyon. Legend has it, this glacial canyon was formed by the hoof of Óðinn’s 8-legged flying horse, Sleipnir.

Later, you’ll get to unwind in the warm waters at Mývatn Nature Baths. This is the ultimate way to experience the area’s geothermal forces at play.

Come evening, enjoy dinner at the hotel with your group (dinner is included).

Kick off this morning with a visit to the stunning forked waterfall Goðafoss (‘Waterfall of the Gods’). You’ll then have some time to explore Akuyreri, the capital of North Iceland. The charming city center is dotted with historic buildings, cafés, restaurants, and shops.

Your next stop is Tröllaskagi (‘Troll Peninsula’), home to deep valleys, picturesque fjords, and Iceland’s tallest mountains. You’ll then make a stop at the Herring Era Museum, in the small fishing town of Siglufjörður. Taste local delicacies and learn about the town’s rich history of herring fishery.

Head to tonight’s accommodation, where you’ll have dinner with the group (dinner is included).

Today get off the beaten track and explore the remote and rugged Westfjords. Your first stop is Hólmavík, an idyllic town famous for its history of witchcraft. You’ll learn all about the myths and local superstitions at the Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft.

Enjoy the rest of the day in the fishing village of Drangsnes. Here, you can take a dip in the geothermal hot tubs along the shoreline.

Later, enjoy dinner at your hotel (dinner is included).

On today’s drive, you’ll be treated to views of towering mountains and epic fjords. Visit the rustic turf farmstead Litlibær, before heading to Ísafjörður, the unofficial capital of the Westfjords. This fishing town is known for its picturesque surroundings and historic wooden buildings.

From here, your group will take a boat tour to Vigur island, just south of the Arctic Circle. This is where you’ll find colonies of birds including Atlantic puffins, eider ducks, and Arctic terns. You’ll also be served refreshments by a local family.

Spend the rest of the evening exploring Ísafjörður and dining at your leisure.

Today, you’ll head to the remote village of Suðureyri and enjoy a guided food tour. Taste freshly caught fish from the North Atlantic and learn about how Icelanders live at the edge of the Arctic.

Next, follow in the footsteps of Vikings in Dýrafjörður. This fjord was the setting of an Icelandic saga, which featured the Viking-age hero Gisli Súrsson. Then, continue to Hrafnseyri. Here, you’ll visit a museum dedicated to Jón Sigurðsson, an important figure in Iceland’s fight for independence.

Before heading back, your guide will take you to the bridal veil Dynjandi waterfall. Tonight, dinner is at your leisure.

Start your day with a visit to Látrabjarg, Europe’s largest seabird cliffs. If you love puffins, this is the place to be. In summer, you’ll find some of the largest puffin colonies in the world, along with other seabirds.

Next, board the Baldur ferry and sail across Breiðafjörður Bay to Stykkishólmur village, on the Snæfellsnes peninsula. You’ll spend the rest of the day exploring the area’s natural highlights. One of these is Kirkjufell, one of the most photographed mountains in Iceland.

In the evening enjoy dinner at your hotel (dinner included). If you’re up for it, we recommend taking a walk along the coastline to soak up  the views.

This morning your itinerary takes you to Snæfellsjökull National Park, followed by the southern tip of the Snæfellsnes peninsula.

One of the highlights of the area is Djúpalónssandur, where you can test your strength by lifting the ancient boulders on the beach. From here, you can also get a breathtaking view of Snæfellsjökull, a 700,000-year-old glacier-topped volcano.

Next, the group will visit Arnarstapi to admire the striking rock formations found here. On your drive back to Reykjavík, you’ll pass by the iconic Búðakirkja, which means 'black church' in Icelandic. Once you reach the capital, you’ll have free time to explore the city and dine at your leisure.

Transfer from Reykjavík to Keflavík International Airport (included).

Your time in Iceland has come to an end. Before your flight, you’ll be picked up by a shuttle bus and taken to Keflavík International Airport.

If you're flying later in the day, you could stop at the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa on your way to the airport (optional, not included).