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Experience the best highlights of Iceland in just one week. Tempting, isn't it?
Choose between two amazing packages:
We'll take you to breathtaking and famous sites, from majestic waterfalls and geysers to the famous Golden Circle and the Snæfellsnes peninsula. You'll also be able to relax in hot springs, explore geothermal areas, and, depending on the season, see the magical Northern Lights.
Whether you're looking for a thorough sightseeing tour or more excitement with extra activities, we'll take care of all the arrangements so you can relax and enjoy Iceland!
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Activities included in the Adventure Package
Your 7-day tour around Iceland begins in Reykjavik, where your guide will pick you up before heading along the Ring Road to the Golden Circle and the South Coast. You'll trek across Vatnajökull Glacier and find peace in the remote East Fjords. From there, head north to explore the geothermal wonders of Lake Myvatn and go whale watching in Dalvik. Wrap up your adventure in West Iceland at the stunning Snæfellsnes Peninsula with photo ops at the iconic Kirkjufell Mountain.
Named “Best Tour in Iceland” by TourRadar, this trip offers small group experiences led by expert guides who know adventure inside and out. The Snæfellsnes Peninsula—named Europe’s best winter destination by Luxury Travel Guide—awaits with glacier views, black sand beaches, and more.
You'll travel in a small group led by the country’s best guides to ensure an authentic experience for every traveler.
You’ll think you’re living a dream, but trust us, it’s all real. Let’s get started!
We will pick you up from your accommodation or a nearby pick-up point in Reykjavik. The first places we will see are the sights of the famous sightseeing route named the Golden Circle.
Our first stop is at Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site. Less than 60 years after the Vikings settled Iceland, the Icelandic Parliament, Alþingi, was established here in 930. You will see the flag marking the Law Rock, where the Law Speaker delivered the laws to the public.
A sturdy cliff, part of the Almannagjá gorge, formed by the Eurasian and North American plates edging apart, defines the eastern boundary of Þingvellir. The Mid-Atlantic Ridge extends beneath the Þingvallavatn, the picturesque Þingvellir Lake, creating Silfra Fissure, recognized as one of the top snorkeling and diving sites in the world.
Our second Golden Circle visit will be to Geysir, the famous geothermal hot spring area in the valley of Haukadalur. We will see Strokkur, a highly active hot spring that erupts vast jets of super-hot scalding water and steam every 5 to 10 minutes. You’ll also see the dormant Great Geysir, whose name created the English word ‘geyser’.
Our final Golden Circle attraction is Gullfoss Waterfall. Here, you will witness the tremendous power of the Hvítá River as the roaring torrent drops in two stages of 36 feet (11 meters) and 69 feet (21 meters).
Following the Ring Road along the scenic south coast will bring us to our next stop, Seljalandsfoss Waterfall. A pathway threads its way behind the waterfall. It is good to put on your rainwear because there can be a lot of spray. To see the very best of Seljalandsfoss, you really should walk behind the cascade. It is a beautiful and elegant waterfall from any angle!
Next is Skógafoss Waterfall, a 197-foot (60-meter) drop of powerful water. On a clear day, the mountain glacier scenery around Skógafoss is mesmerizing, and the single or double rainbows generated by the falls' spray on sunny days are magical.
After a day of majestic sights, your final stop will be at Reynisfjara black sand beach. Make sure to visit the amazing basalt column cave and cliffs. A short distance away, you will see the Reynisdrangar rock formations. Indeed, they resemble the trolls of the famous Icelandic legend, who were turned into stone by the sunshine!
Your accommodation for the night will be at a country hotel in the area around Kirkjubaerklaustur. From September to April, slip away from the hotel for a couple of hours to chase the Northern Lights!
After breakfast, we continue along the South Coast to Skaftafell Nature Reserve in Vatnajökull National Park, where you'll go on an incredible glacier hike. This park spans a massive 13,600 square kilometers and is home to many of Iceland's natural wonders.
Highlights include Hvannadalshnúkur, Iceland's highest peak, the famous Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, often called 'the ice lagoon,' and Vatnajökull Glacier, the largest glacier in Europe.
The glacier hike (part of the Adventure package) begins at Skaftafell, on the tongue of Vatnajökull. You'll be provided with crampons and all the necessary glacier gear, and our certified guide will explain everything you need to know. You'll then head out onto a glacier tongue, where each outlet glacier offers a unique and ever-changing ice landscape. Your guide will lead you through crevasses, ridges, and stunning ice formations while explaining how the glacier moves and how meltwater flows underneath.
From October to April, the glacier hike is replaced by an ice cave tour. You'll explore the rare and temporary natural ice caves that form inside glaciers each winter, making every visit a unique experience.
Your warm minibus will be waiting at the end of your glacier hike, ready to take you to the stunning Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. Here, you'll witness incredible floating icebergs gliding serenely through the water. You might even feel a touch of déjà vu, as this lagoon has featured in numerous movies, including James Bond films.
The lagoon began forming around 1934 at the edge of the receding Breiðamerkurjökull glacier. You'll see uniquely shaped icebergs break free from the glacier, showcasing stunning blue ice, often laced with gray volcanic ash. Watching these natural ice formations roll or split apart is mesmerizing and offers fantastic video opportunities—capture it if you can!
As the icebergs drift towards the Atlantic Ocean, some wash up on the nearby Diamond Beach, where they glisten like diamonds or pure quartz crystals against the black sands.
In the evening, we will rest in comfortable accommodation in the Southeast area. On winter nights, you'll be in a great location to hunt the Northern Lights - your guide can give you advice on catching them.
The majestic scenery of the East Fjords stretches out ahead of us today. The Ring Road threads a winding and meandering pathway between jagged mountains and impossibly steep and beautiful fjords in these parts. Each fjord offers sensational but very different views as hairpin bends unfold to reveal landscape after landscape.
Djúpivogur is a tiny and charming fishing village of a few hundred people. The salty Atlantic Ocean lapping at the black sand beaches brings a beautiful reminder that wild and raw nature is all around you. This area has important bird habitats and spectacular mountain scenery.
Our journey through the East Fjords will bring us to Egilsstaðir, beside the Lagarfljót river and lake. This is home to the legend of the giant Largarfljót Worm, Largarfljótasormurinn. This squirming water creature is said to reside in the lake's depths and show itself from time to time!
Next, we will go to the Wilderness Center (Óbyggðasetrið). This adventure center and museum is on the edge of pristine Highlands. As you explore, you will step back in time and learn about Iceland's history. You can visit the exhibits for free during your stay and discover the stories of the early settlers who lived in this beautiful and wild area.
Cross the old wooden bridge to rustic accommodations, where you'll savor delicious meals made from local ingredients. After your adventures, relax in the warm pool at the bathing house, surrounded by peaceful nature.
After checking into your rustic accommodations, you can explore the area and hunt for the Northern Lights from September to April.
The fabulous highlights of North Iceland await us today as we head from the East to the North. Of course, we will stop by to show you some beautiful places along the way! First, we will visit Stuðlagil Canyon, one of the world’s most enchanting basalt rock formations.
We journey from tumultuous glacial torrents to the mystical, steam-clouded horizons of the geothermal area at Námaskarð with its boiling mud pools, many of them sporting vivid colors. Gentle clouds of sulfur-scented steam pouring from multiple fumaroles drift over the land.
As we drive through the beautiful Lake Mývatn area, you'll be captivated by its remarkable volcanic scenery, including craters, lava formations, and hot springs. We’ll pause at the Mývatn Nature Baths, often called the "Blue Lagoon of the North." Here, you can relax in the soothing geothermal waters, heated by volcanic activity from deep underground (optional extra).
Next on our agenda is to see the atmospheric and troll-like lava formations at Dimmuborgir - this area is often referred to as the 'dark cities.' The roof of a massive lava tube collapsed, leaving behind them, at times towering, Dimmuborgir lava 'statues,' all completely natural and fashioned single-handedly by nature. Some will, very likely, remind you of figures or mythical beings.
Next, we'll reach the impressive Goðafoss Waterfall, translated as the "Waterfall of the Gods." Shaped like a horseshoe and about 30 m (98 ft) wide, it holds a special story dating back to 1000 AD. We will give you time to explore and enjoy this location before continuing our journey north along Eyjafjörður Fjord.
We will be staying at a rural hotel in Akureyri, Iceland's second-largest city. The clear winter skies in this area provide excellent opportunities for viewing the Northern Lights.
*Please note that in winter, road conditions may restrict access to Stuðlagil. However, we will ensure that you have alternative thrilling sights to experience!
You have an exciting whale-watching boat trip from Dalvík to look forward to today! These tours have an excellent success rate. Ceataeceans are spotted on 98% of our tours! Humpback whales and dolphins, porpoises, and other ocean wildlife are seen quite often. Please note this is a part of the Adventure package.
After leaving Dalvík, we’ll continue around the peninsula to the vibrant village of Siglufjörður, Iceland's northernmost town. Its harbor is one of the most beautiful in the country, featuring charming, brightly colored buildings. In the early 20th century, Siglufjörður became the herring capital, attracting workers from across Iceland.
We’ll be driving through the stunning Tröllaskagi Peninsula, located in Northern Iceland and surrounded by the deep fjords of Skagafjörður on the west and Eyjafjörður on the east. On our way to our overnight accommodation, we’ll stop to explore some attractions along Skagafjörður, a picturesque fjord dotted with islands.
We head to Laugarbakki, a small community, passing agricultural areas and horse farms. Your accommodation for the night will be at a country hotel in this area. Far from big cities, you're in a great place to chase the Northern Lights in winter!
We continue our journey west around the Ring Road, stopping at Grábrók, a volcano crater with fabulous views across the lava fields and beyond on a clear day. We will enjoy a short hike to the top to enjoy the Borgarfjörður vistas. In 2016, West Iceland was listed by Lonely Planet as the world’s best travel destination!
After our crater walk, we’ll head to Reykholt, where we’ll explore the historical site and visit Snorralaug, the hot spring pool of Snorri Sturluson, a wealthy chieftain during the the Sturlung Era. Snorri was a lawyer, historian, and the author of Icelandic Sagas, including “Heimskringla,” which tells the story of the Norwegian kings.
Next, we’ll stop at Europe’s most powerful hot spring, Deildartunguhver. This abundant hot water is a valuable resource, especially in Iceland's cool climate. The people of Borgarfjörður use it to fill swimming pools, for domestic bathing, and to heat buildings in the towns of Borgarnes and Akranes.
We will then visit Hraunfossar Waterfall, where thousands of tiny ice-cold cascades tumble out from the edge of the Hallmundarhraun lava field, forming a graceful and vast sweep. Just a short distance away, we’ll see Barnafoss, or “Children’s Falls,” known for the legend surrounding a tragic accident that inspired its name.
Another exciting activity today is a visit to the Sturlureykir horse farm. Here, you can interact with the friendly Icelandic horses, pet them, and learn more about these unique animals.
We will end the day at a guesthouse or hotel in the Borgarnes area. From September to April, ask your guide for tips on hunting for the Northern Lights!
Our guide will pick you up from your hotel in Borgarnes in the morning for a full day of exploring Snæfellsnes Peninsula, often referred to as "Iceland in Miniature." This area is renowned for its stunning glaciers, volcanoes, lava tubes, waterfalls, and beautiful beaches.
Our first stop will be the charming coastal village of Arnarstapi, where you can admire the natural Miðgjá rock arch and the historic Búðakirkja church from the 19th century. Afterward, we’ll make a brief visit to the village of Hellnar for lunch (meals not included) before heading into Snæfellsnes National Park.
Inside the park, you'll be amazed by the moss-covered lava fields and enjoy sweeping views of Snæfellsjökull Glacier, which was famously featured in Jules Verne's "Journey to the Center of the Earth."
Next, we’ll visit the striking black pebble beach of Djúpalónssandur, where you can explore the shoreline and try your hand at the 'lifting stones' that fishermen traditionally used to demonstrate their strength. Will you give it a go?
As we make our way back to the capital, we'll stop at Kirkjufell, often regarded as Iceland's most photographed mountain. Here, you can take in the breathtaking landscapes of the cone peak and the small waterfalls nearby.
We drop you off in Reykjavík at the same place we picked you up at around 8 pm, leaving you with unforgettable memories after seven wonderful days of sightseeing in Iceland!
The Northern Lights are natural phenomena and we, unfortunately, cannot promise you will see them. Their appearance depends upon atmospheric and weather conditions.
For more information on the Northern Lights, please have a look at our Northern Lights tours.
The Northern Lights season is from late August until mid-April. However, if you want to increase your changes of seeing them, it is best to wait until the clear winter months of mid-September until March.
Iceland is known for unforeseeable weather. It is likely that you can see all 4 seasons in one day.
Dressing for that kind of weather can always be demanding, so we suggest dressing in layers. 3 or 4 upper layers are highly recommended, for example, a light t-shirt (preferably wool) next to the skin, then a fleece or heavy wool garment topped off with a waterproof windbreaker.
Jeans are not recommended for our trips as they are not suitable for the weather conditions, they become very heavy, cold and uncomfortable to wear when they get wet.
Lightweight hiking pants, track pants or long cotton pants are convenient and wear wind/waterproof pants over them. There is high UV and sunlight reflecting off on the glacier so we highly recommend using sunglasses and sunscreen even if it is cloudy.
You will need sturdy hiking boots that fit crampons for the glacier hiking tours. If you do not own a pair then we rent out suitable hiking boots as well as a waterproof raincoat and trousers.
It is good to bring your own backpack on our full-day or half-day tours. It’s the best carry-on for a small lunch, extra clothes, and other necessary items.
The scenery on the tour is full of stunning, breathtaking views that you’ll almost definitely want to capture forever, so you should definitely bring your camera along. Your tour guide will also be happy to take your photo.
This is surely a personal choice, we do not deny pregnant women on our glacier trips but we highly recommend you to take a closer look at our trip description and difficulty ratings, they will hopefully give you a better idea. We also recommend you to contact your physician, as pregnant women’s health can be quite different. If you have any further questions or concerns then feel free to contact us.
Yes, we have specially trained and certified glacier guides on every glacier tour that we offer. And for our 3rd party tours we only partner with operators that meet our quality and safety standards.
Yes, we provide you with all the necessary glacier gear for our glacier hiking tours. Ice axes, crampons, harnesses, and helmets are provided. This will help you to complete the tour safely. The minimum shoe size to attach crampons is EU 35.
We always recommend booking a multi-day tour starting at least one day after arriving in Iceland. If you’re flying in from the US or will be landing early (4-6:30 am) you should be able to join the tour, but some risks would follow (i.e if the flight gets delayed) and could, therefore, miss out on the tour.
For multi-day tours, each participant is allowed to bring a small backpack and 1 piece of luggage weighing a maximum of 20 kg (44 lbs). If you have more or heavier luggage with you, you will need to book storage for the surplus luggage before you arrive, there is a small fee for using this facility. Luggage storage in Reykjavík can be added during the booking process of your order in the extras section.
* The combined dimensions of each bag must not exceed 158 cm (62 in).
When booking with Adventures.com, you are guaranteed accommodation at a nice country hotel and/or a guesthouse. The hotels we have partnered up with are all of the same standards and offer nice rooms with made-up beds. The rooms come with private or shared bathrooms, depending on your booking. The standard room is a twin room but it’s possible to request a double room or a triple room, with no extra charge.
If you are traveling solo, you will have to add the single room fee if you wish to have a single room.
All hotels have free Wi-Fi. Towels, a hairdryer, and a kettle are accessible at all of the hotels. Hotel breakfast is included!
If your tour includes accommodation, breakfast is always included during the tour at the hotel/guesthouse restaurant.
Meals and beverages are otherwise not included on your tour. (Unless it’s specifically stated in the description of the tour)
On our multiday tours, we will be making stops at restaurants and convenience stores where you will be able to purchase all necessities.
You should count on spending around 8,000 ISK (80$) on food each day per person. Cash is not necessary, as credit cards are almost always accepted. Having a small amount of cash doesn’t hurt though.
Breakfast is included at all the hotels we stay in during the tour. The breakfast will be a typical breakfast buffet, offering bread, toppings, cereal, yogurt, fruits, coffee, and tea etc.
Your guide will also find a good place for the group to eat lunch. We always try to choose places that have a wide selection of dishes on the menu, so there will be options available for everyone. The dinner is usually at the hotels we stay at for the night.
We do welcome participants of all ages older than the listed minimum age for each tour. We have people of ages ranging from 8-99 years joining our multi-day tours. Our average group usually consists of participants between the age 20-55 years. We do get a lot of solo travellers joining our tours, as well as families and friends.
If you have difficulties participating in any of the activities included in the tour, for example, a glacier activity, you are more than welcome to skip it. You can explore your surroundings in the meantime or wait elsewhere. Our guide should be able to drop you off at a nearby place where there are some services available.
A single supplement is available if you want to have your own room, but you are not required to pay a single supplement. If you are a single traveler and do not wish to book a single room, you’ll be roomed with another traveler of the same gender.
Don’t worry, you can always rent sturdy hiking boots, a waterproof jacket and pants in the booking process. We do not rent these items from the location, they must be ordered in advance.
We drive on average around 300 km (186 miles) per day on our multi-day tours. You will be spending approximately 4-5 hours in the car each day. We do of course stop on multiple locations throughout the tour for sightseeing, activities, bathroom breaks and lunch stops.
