Icelandic Delights – Best of South, West & North

  • 9 Days, 8 Night
Description

Icelandic Delights – Best of South, West & North Highlights
Follow the path behind the Seljalandsfoss Waterfall and witness the white water cascading down from a totally unique viewpoint

Stroll around the famous black sand beach, Reynisfjara which will captivate you with its black volcanic sands, smooth pebbles & unique rock formations

Bathe in the otherworldly setting like no other, in the famous Secret Lagoon Geothermal Spa, in its steamy milky water against the black lava rock landscape

Explore the fire-and-ice landscape of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula and visit the famous Kirjufell mountain featured in the Game Of Thrones Series

Hear the mighty roar of Gullfoss, the golden waterfall one of the main attractions of the Golden Circle cascading fiercely down the rocky boulders

Visit some of the most spectacular waterfalls in a classic diamond circle like the mighty Godafoss, the waterfall of the Gods, Dettifoss & Selfoss

Icelandic Delights – Best of South, West & North Overview
About the Tour:

The land of ice and fire, with breathtaking glaciers, black sand beaches cuddled against rugged coastlines, dazzling hot springs amidst the misty valleys and gushing waterfalls, Iceland with its natural splendours will surely take your breath away. This 9-day tour to Iceland starts and ends in the capital city Reykjavik and lets you explore the wonders of Southern, Western & Northern Iceland. Explore the phenomenal geysers, majestic waterfalls like Gullfoss and Seljalandsfoss, and volcanic landscapes of the Golden Circle. Your astonishment wouldn’t cease here wait till you explore the fire-and-ice landscape of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula amidst the Westfjords and take the path that leads straight to the northern capital of Iceland, Akureyri with its Diamond circuit that takes in some of North Iceland’s most impressive natural wonders like Godafoss, Dettifoss, Hverir hot springs, Lake Mývatn and so much more.

Quick info:

Start Point: Keflavík Airport

End Point: Keflavík Airport

Duration: 9 Days, 8 Nights

Destinations Covered: Reykjavik – Akureyri

Experiences Covered:

Golden Circle Tour of Iceland
Secret Lagoon Tour from Reykjavik
South Coast Tour of Iceland
Diamond Circle tour from Akureyri
Snaefellsnes Peninsula & Kirkjufell Mountain Tour

Inclusions:

Accommodation for 8 nights in a standard hotel as per the itinerary
Breakfast from Day 2 to day 9
Private Airport transfers from Keflavík Airport to Reykjavík
Shared transfers (Coach/Bus) for sightseeing as per the itinerary
Visa assistance will be provided (charges are not included)

Destination info:

Official Name: Republic of Iceland
Capital: Reykjavik
Plug Type: C & F
Currency: Icelandic króna

Itinerary

Reykjavík Arrive at the Keflavík Airport and get ready with the necessary documentation for the immigration process. It will take around 45 minutes to 1 hour depending upon the people in the queue. After the immigration process, meet the representative who will take you to your pre-booked hotel in Reykjavik Arrive at the hotel in Reykjavik, proceed with the check-in formalities and spend the rest of the day at leisure. You can stroll around the streets of Reykjavik, and visit museums and famous attractions. Spend your time strolling around the downtown lined with numerous excellent restaurants, cafés, coffeehouses and bars Head back to the hotel for the overnight stay. Overnight stay in Reykjavik.

Reykjavík Wake up with a delicious breakfast and get ready for an unforgettable experience and witness the three wonders of the famous Iceland Golden Circle The representative will pick you up from the hotel in a shared transport for a guided classic golden circle tour Take in the breathtaking views of Iceland’s natural beauty, rugged peaks, pastures and volcanic plains Your first stop will be Thingvellir National Park, a place of splendid historical and geological significance and listed as the UNESCO World Heritage Site With high cliffs and deep gorges, this stunning National Park is known to leave its visitors in awe One can witness the arctic foxes and minks along with a large bird population here Next, head towards The Great Geysir, the first of its name located in the Haukadalur valley in southwestern Iceland The awestruck sight of the geyser Strokkur erupting every 10 minutes will fascinate you Proceed, towards the beautiful two-tiered Gullfoss waterfall famously known as the ‘Golden Waterfall’ Take the footpath leading to an observation platform where you can experience the waterfall in all its glory On sunny days, one can witness rainbows amidst the mist rising from the falls and there are several paths leading around the waterfall including one leading down to its bottom After exploring the classic Golden Circle, head back to the hotel for the overnight stay Overnight stay in Reykjavik

Reykjavík Wake up with a delicious breakfast and get ready to have a wonderful day tour of the South Coast The representative will pick you up in a shared luxurious minibus and take you to the first stop of the tour The tour starts with the picturesque Seljalandsfoss waterfall, which is 40-metres high The main attraction, besides the breathtaking vistas of the waterfall, is the pathway that leads behind the waterfall At the sight, there are restrooms, a food stall and a small gift shop where you can collect souvenirs for your loved ones Next, visit an archetypal waterfall, Skógafoss, one of the most beautiful attractions of South Iceland Take the staircase leading to a viewing platform for the waterfall and surrounding areas The platform gives you expansive vistas of the south coast, Eyjafjallajökull and Skógafoss that will sure to leave you awestruck Next up is Solheimajokull Glacier, an outlet off of the main Glacier Mýrdalsjökull Walk through the valley that has been carved out of the mountainscape along the glacier river it forms at its base to reach Solheimajokull The glacier is unlike the rest of them as it is streaked with layers of ash crushed between seasonal layers of ice Next, visit one of the famous black sand beaches of Iceland, Reynisfjara Beach which is truly a natural marvel Apart from the marvellous vistas, it offers beautiful basalt columns, a natural arc viewed from afar and two bizarre-looking rock pillars are said to be petrified trolls that were caught outdoors at sunrise and frozen in time Right along the beach are the stunning Hálsanefshellir sea cave and the Gardar cliff, composed of dark basalt columns and resemble a pyramid or organ pipes. From the shore, one can have spectacular views of the arched cliff of Dyrhólaey looming over the sea After exploring the south coast of Iceland, it’s time to head back to the hotel Overnight stay in Reykjavik

Reykjavík Wake up with a delicious breakfast and spend your rest of the day at leisure You can opt to have a wonderful whale-watching tour on a 3-hour cruise from Reykjavik Cruise through the coastal curve of Iceland to witness the humpback and orca whales in their natural habitat With an expert guide accompanying you, get to know about the fascinating wildlife that inhabits Iceland's ocean Head back to the hotel after a fun-filled day. Overnight stay in Reykjavik Please note that this is an optional tour and can be availed at an additional cost. Send an enquiry to know more about the tour.

Reykjavík Wake up with a delicious breakfast and get ready to have a most wonderful experience in the West The representative will pick you up from the hotel in a shared transfer and take you on an amazing journey to explore the fire-and-ice landscape of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula The tour starts with the picturesque black sand beach of Djupalónssandur to witness the stunning coastline It has many shore lava formations, including a large lava rock with a hole in the middle through which you can witness the Snæfellsjökull glacier volcano After having a peaceful time at the beach, drive towards Kirkjufell Mountain, the most photographed attraction in Iceland close by the scenic Kirkjufellsfoss Waterfall As you go deep within the region, Snæfellsjökull will dominate the horizon where you can witness the stunning vistas of the ancient stratovolcano Take a small halt at the Londrangar viewpoint to admire the breathtaking rock formations Next and the final stop of the tour is Arnarstapi Village, a quaint Icelandic fishing village with a rich history dating back to the Vikings era. Head back to the hotel in Reykjavik for an overnight stay Overnight stay in Reykjavik

Akureyri Wake up with a delicious breakfast and get ready to check out from the hotel Head to the Reykjavik airport to board a domestic flight to Akureyri, the northern capital of Iceland (additional cost) The flight will take around 1.5 hours in total Arrive in Akureyri, get transferred to your pre-booked hotel, proceed with the check-in formalities and spend the rest of the day at leisure. One can visit Laufas Turf Homes in Akureyri and get to know how Icelanders used to live in ancient times There are many things to do in this beautiful town such as go horseback riding, visit Akureyri Church, stroll around the streets to explore cafes, hike Mount Sulur and many more You can spend the day however you like it Overnight stay in Akureyri Please note flight charges from Reykjavik to Akureyri are not included in the package. Send an enquiry to know more.

Akureyri Wake up with a delicious breakfast and get ready to explore the classic Diamond Circle of Iceland The representative will pick you up from the hotel in a shared transport and take you to your first location The tour starts from the mighty Goðafoss, the waterfall of the gods known to be one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Iceland The falls have three main observation points, from there you can witness the breathtaking vistas of this natural wonder Next up in the classic Diamond Circle is the beautiful Lake Myvatn, one of the major attractions of this tour It is a shallow eutrophic lake nestled in an area of active volcanism in the north of Iceland The Lake changes its colours from season to season, in summers, the colours are bright and vibrant with an abundance of wildlife and birds all around and in winters, the area is loaded with serenity and the colours are replaced with frosty whites and blues Next, visit the mighty Dettifoss, considered to be one of Europe's most powerful waterfalls Next up are the attractions like Selfoss Waterfall, and Vatnajokull National Park to observe the unique wilderness of Iceland Proceed towards, Jökulsárgljúfur, Glacial-River-Canyon and known as one of the deepest and most breath-taking canyons in Iceland Other attractions in this classic diamond circle include Hljooaklettar, Tjörnes where you can witness puffins and Husavik, the location of the GeoSea baths After exploring Northern Iceland, head back to the hotel for an overnight stay. Overnight stay in Akureyri

Reykjavík Wake up with a delicious breakfast and get ready to check out from the hotel Head to the Akureyri airport to board a domestic flight to Reykjavik (Additional cost) The representative will pick you up from the hotel and take you to your pre-booked hotel Proceed with the check-in formalities and spend the rest of the day at leisure Overnight stay in Reykjavik

Reykjavík Wake up with a delicious breakfast and get ready to check out from the hotel Meet the representative at the hotel's lobby who will transfer you to the airport Board a flight back home and take a bag full of memories to cherish for eternity

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