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Experience Overview
Search the sky for dancing lights by night and discover natural wonders by day on this eight-day Premium adventure. Travel with a local leader who brings the landscape to life as you view the mighty Gullfoss waterfall, drive through hardened lava fields in Skaftafell National Park, see the eerily calm waters of the Glacier Lagoon and wander among Reynisdrangar’s imposing basalt sea stacks. Take in dramatic views from your Feature Stay hotel, enjoy included dinners of fresh produce, take part in amazing Exclusve Experiences and journey from Hvolsvollur to the Snaefellsnes Peninsula in pursuit of mother nature’s most spectacular show.
Highlights
- Experience the breadth of Iceland's incredible natural phenomena, including ancient volcanic rock formations, black pebble beaches, glacial lakes and geothermal lagoons.
- Take part in two incredible Exclusive Experiences – a home cooked dinner on a local farm and a relaxing dip in the wonderfully scenic Krauma thermal pools.
- Stay in the stylish Fosshotel for your Feature Stay, offering up priceless views of the surrounding landscape, modern comforts and an excellent restaurant that uses the freshest Icelandic produce.
- Travel with an experienced local leader who will explain geographic features, share stories of Iceland’s history and folklore and narrate your nightly sky watching with the science behind aurora borealis.
- Get the best chance at seeing the spectacular dancing lights of the aurora borealis in the northern sky.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Eden Reforestation Projects. Donations help them provide local employment opportunities and tackle climate change one tree at a time as they restore forests across 10 different countries.
Trip Details
Product Code: 1628
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Unknown
Transport: Private Vehicle (Ford Transit van or similar)
Guide Language: English
Supplier Code: BIPI
Starts: Reykjavik, Iceland
Finishes: Reykjavik, Iceland
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Light
Includes
Meals: Breakfasts (7), Dinner (4)Accommodation: Comfortable hotel (6 nights),Feature stay (1 night)
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) $3,700 ($462 /day)
Itinerary
Velkommin! Welcome to Reykjavik – the world’s most northerly capital and the starting point of your adventure. You'll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. You’ll then have a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight to meet your group and local leader. If you arrive early, maybe take a trip to the National Museum to see the permanent exhibition of Iceland’s history. After the welcome meeting, celebrate the start of a new adventure at dinner with your group, where your leader will introduce you to Icelandic cuisine.
Included Activities:
- Reykjavik - Welcome Dinner
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Accommodation:
- Hotel Reykjavik Centrum or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
This morning, head to the geologically and historically important Thingvellir National Park. The national park may seem to be just a natural wonder, but your leader will be on hand to provide historical context and explain that this was the original site of Iceland’s old parliament from AD 930. Visit the spouting hot springs of Geysir and Strokkur before driving to the spectacular Gullfoss – Iceland’s largest waterfall. After your visit, head to your base for the evening in Fludir. This afternoon, maybe visit the Secret Lagoon – a natural geothermal pool warmed by the nearby hot springs. This evening will be a good opportunity to turn your head to the skies in search of the Northern Lights.
Included Activities:
- Golden Circle - Thingvellir National Park, Strokkur Geysir & Gullfoss Waterfall
- Aurora Spotting (weather dependent)
Optional Activities:
- Fludir - Secret Lagoon (3600 ISK)
Accommodation:
- Landhotel Hella or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Start the day by travelling through the lava fields of the Laki volcanic eruption in 1783, as your leader explains how this devasting event shaped not only Iceland’s landscape, but also its culture. Next is Skaftafell National Park, where you’ll come face-to-face with Vatnajokull – Europe's biggest glacier. Carry on to some of the country’s most impressive, uninterrupted scenery and wander past the enormous basalt sea stacks at Reynisdrangar. Later, head to the Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon – your Feature Stay for the night. This modern and contemporary hotel carefully considers its surroundings as spacious rooms with huge windows show off views of the mountains and sea, while the interiors reflect the colours of the world outside. This evening, you’ll have dinner at the on-site restaurant that serves up a creative list of dishes made with local Icelandic produce.
Included Activities:
- Skaftafell - National Park
- Aurora Spotting (weather dependent)
- South Coast - Laki Lava Fields
Accommodation:
- Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon (feature stay) or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Start the day with a short drive on to Jokulsarlon, also known as the Glacier Lagoon. Take a walk around the glacial lake and learn a little more about its history. Continue through the beautiful scenery of Iceland’s South Shore and admire the spectacular Skogafoss – a waterfall on the Skoga River. At 60 m high and 25 m wide, it's one of the largest and most impressive waterfalls in Iceland. Your leader will be on hand to explain how these geographical wonders came to be. Continue to Seljalandsfoss waterfall, where you can walk right behind the stream of rushing water to see it from another angle. Next, return to Reykjavik for a free evening. Perhaps head to the Old Harbour to try the famous lobster soup, or if you’re feeling brave, the infamous fermented shark washed down with a shot of Brennivin (Icelandic Schnapps).
Included Activities:
- South Coast - Reynisdrangar & Solheimajokull Glacier
- South Coast - Seljalandsfoss & Skogafoss Waterfalls
- Jokulsarlon - Glacier Lagoon
Accommodation:
- Hotel Reykjavik Centrum or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
After breakfast, see Reykjavik’s through the eyes of a local on a tour of the city with your leader. Learn the history of the Old Harbour and pass through the city centre. Visit the Hallgrimskirkja church and the dome-shaped Pearl, then head to the remote and geographically fascinating Snaefellsnes Peninsula – your home for the next two nights. On your way visit the Borgarfjordur area, you’ll pass waterfalls Hraunfossar and Barnafossar, then continue to Deildartunguhver – Europe’s most powerful hot spring. Take a relaxing dip in the Krauma thermal pools, where waters from the hot spring mix with glacial waters to create the perfect temperature. Tonight, have dinner at your accommodation before looking to the skies in search of dancing lights.
Included Activities:
- Krauma - Geothermal Baths Visit
- Borgarfjordur - Hraunfossar & Barnafoss Waterfalls
- Borgarfjordur - Deildartunguhver Hot Spring
- Aurora Spotting (weather dependent)
- Reykjavik - Leader-led walking tour
Accommodation:
- Hotel Snaefellsnes or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Today, you’ll explore the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, beginning with the Snaefellsjokull glacier – an icecap that covers a dormant volcano. Travel to the small fishing village of Arnarstapi, where a short stroll along the coastal cliffs will reveal rich birdlife. Stop by Djupalonssandur – a basaltic pebble beach framed by strange lava formations – then visit the village of Grundarfjordur, famous for its views of Mt Kirkjufell. Travel to the horse farm of Lysuholl, where a local will welcome you for a home-made dinner. Head back to your accommodation, and depending on the weather, rug up in warm clothing and head out in search of the northern lights.
Included Activities:
- Aurora Spotting (weather dependent)
- Snaefellsnes Peninsula - Snaefellsjokull, Arnarstapi & Stykkisholmur
- Snaefellsnes Peninsula - Liston's Stone Carving Workshop
- Snaefellsnes Peninsula – Homemade Farmhouse Dinner
Accommodation:
- Hotel Snaefellsnes or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Today, you’ll return to Reykjavik. On the drive, your leader may share some stories of Norse mythology, so keep an eye out for elves and fairies along the way! Iceland's capital has an eclectic art and music scene, and this afternoon you may like to browse some of the city's excellent galleries and museums. If you feel like something more active, you can take a ride on an Icelandic horse, or see killer whales just offshore on a whale watching expedition. If you are after another look at the Northern Lights, you can head out of town to chase them again this evening. Ask your leader for more information on these activities.
Optional Activities:
- Reykjavik - Settlement Exhibition (2900 ISK)
- Reykjavik - Saga Museum (3600 ISK)
- Reykjavik - Whales of Iceland Museum (4300 ISK)
- Reykjavik - Maritime Museum (2350 ISK)
- Reykjavik - Harpa Concert Hall - Free
- Reykjavik - Perlan Museum (5390 ISK)
Accommodation:
- Hotel Reykjavik Centrum or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Your Icelandic journey comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you’d like to extend your stay, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time to organise additional accommodation.
Optional Activities:
- Reykjanes Peninsula - Blue Lagoon inc return transfer (18980 ISK)
- Nauthólsvík - Thermal Beach - Free
- Reykjavik - Lava Tunnel Tour (13900 ISK)
Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
In Business Since 1989
Reviews
Jeffrey - Traveled, March 2024
A wonderful trip full of adventure and unbelievable sights and people- highly recommend Intrepid and our guide Joseph!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/13/2024
Tracy - Traveled, February 2024
The Iceland tour was excellent. Well planned, well executed. The places and things we saw are unforgettable. Ari Steinthorsson was the best tour guide I could have ever imagined. I would go back for another tour in a heartbeat.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/19/2024
Carol - Traveled, February 2024
Iceland in winter was beautiful and easy to negotiate with the help of our Intrepid Leader. Ari was a local who had plenty of information and insights which made the tour fun as well as so interesting.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/25/2024
Kaitlin - Traveled, November 2023
Excellent way to see Iceland. You don’t have to worry about anything but enjoying the scenery and excursion’s. Relax at night in your comfy rooms and enjoy the hot spring lagoons. Was an amazing experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/07/2023
Mileta - Traveled, November 2023
Fire, ice, lots of weird & wonderful things in between… and if you’re lucky, there may be Lights ;) A great trip, even in November when the weather can be “challenging”. Just do it!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/28/2023
Linda - Traveled, November 2023
This tour was led by a very friendly and knowledgeable guide who was proud to show us his stunning homeland. Every day was filled with visits to amazing locations- the thermal pools were my favorite. Accommodation was excellent.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/20/2023
Michael - Traveled, February 2023
Going to Iceland was a beautiful trip. We stayed at a variety of accommodations and saw the sites of Iceland"s Golden Circle. Having a small group (11) meant we could stop and see things off the beaten path. We saw and experienced the many glaciers, waterfalls, lava fields and thermal spas that Iceland has to offer. Simply a great adventure.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/04/2023
Alan - Traveled, January 2023
Meet the feral island of Iceland and get to know it via the cross-country experience! It will enlighten you.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/05/2023
Kate - Traveled, January 2023
The Premium Iceland in Winter tour was an incredible way to see Iceland during winter and witness the extremes of this harsh but beautiful landscape. It truly is the land of fire and ice.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/27/2023
Giana - Traveled, January 2023
Our tour leader, Kristjan Karlsson, did a fantastic job. He was incredibly knowledgeable and showed us some some of the best sites Iceland has to offer. He was engaging and kind and I could not have asked for a better tour leader for my first international solo trip. As a whole, Iceland’s landscape is breathtaking and I could not recommend this trip enough
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/29/2023
Courtney - Traveled, January 2024
Overall the trip was great and the things we saw were magnificent. However, we missed out on four of the included activities due to poor weather. Understandably Intrepid cannot predict the weather however on one occasion the bad weather meant we arrived early to one of the hotels around 11am and didn’t have anything to do until an included dinner at the hotel at 7pm. Due to the secluded area of the hotel we sat around for hours on end with nothing to do. I feel as if there needs to be a plan B for these situations to avoid this. The itinerary also suggests there will be occasions for aurora spotting in the evenings/nights. We returned to Reykjavík on day 4 and had a free evening with good weather - it would have been nice to be able to drive a little out of town to try and spot them however this was not offered.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/07/2024
Andrew - Traveled, January 2024
We recently participated in a Premiem trip of Iceland. Fascinating country and Intrepid do a great job of organizing every detail of the trip, building and excellent itinerary and our guide was knowledgeable, helpful and very professional. Transportation and accommodations were very good and we really enjoyed our experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/07/2024
Meghan - Traveled, January 2024
I was unsure how Iceland in winter was going to be but holy cow, 10/10 trip! Crazy beautiful and unique scenery and not too cold. Awesome guide who helped make the trip a lot of fun!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/31/2024
Lillian - Traveled, January 2024
An outstanding trip with an excellent leader. Iceland is an incredible place to visit
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/17/2024
Kelly - Traveled, December 2024
Iceland is spectacular and this trip was a fantastic way to travel and visit a range of sites in winter conditions. Our guide - Kris - was extremely knowledgable and educated us about local geography, history, beliefs and customs. Weather conditions meant we missed out on seeing the northern lights, but the trip was still amazing - there is so much to see and marvel at. Time in the hot springs to soak and reflect on the travel was a highlight.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/22/2024
Barbara - Traveled, December 2023
Enjoyed our trip but would not visit in December again. Short days mean activities before 11:15 are seen in twilight. Weather changes rapidly, and for half the trip was so bad that attractions were visited briefly before retreating to the van. Only two of four hotels were of Premium standard.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/27/2023
Maria Ines - Traveled, November 2023
Iceland, amazing place to visit. Do not miss the opportunity. It is magical and a great place for grounding.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/06/2023
Cortnie - Traveled, November 2023
3 What an incredible trip and introduction to Iceland! My first ever group tour (and as a solo traveller)— can’t wait for the next one if it compares to this! The sites and nature in Iceland were magnificent, guide Óli was fantastic, and food/accommodation/transport were excellent.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/19/2023
Denise - Traveled, November 2023
This tour gave me a wonderful introduction to Iceland, its landscape, history &its people. The itinerary was fantastic and loved the small group travel which allows for a more personalized experience. I will definitely be coming back to Iceland!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/19/2023
Sam - Traveled, October 2023
A wonderful trip from start to finish. Breathtaking nature, quality hotels and spas, good food, good company, and a fantastic tour guide. Shout out to Ari!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/09/2023
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