Natural Wonders Of Iceland

Day Stops

• Reykjavík, Iceland
• Geysir, 806, Iceland
• Gullfoss Nature Reserve, 35, 846, Iceland
• Vik, Iceland

Hotel(s)

Hótel Kría

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, heading east to visit Iceland’s newest geothermal and electric power station at Hellisheiðavirkjun. Later, explore a local farm and sample their sweet-tasting, homegrown tomatoes. Meet the family to learn about Icelandic horticulture and growing the tastiest tomatoes. Continue to the hot springs at Geysir and the mighty Gullfoss waterfalls, the Icelandic equivalent of Niagara Falls. In the afternoon, visit the majestic south coast waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss before continuing to your hotel in Vik.

Day Stops

• Vik, Iceland
• Skaftafell, 785 Skaftafell, Iceland
• Jökulsárlón, 781, Iceland
• Höfn, Iceland

Hotel(s)

Hótel Höfn

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Travel along the southern coast of Iceland, beside the black sand beaches and basalt rock formations. Continue through the National Park at Skaftafell and see the largest glacier in Europe, Vatnajökull. Travel on to the luminous blue icebergs of Lake Jökulsárlón, the highlight of the day. This dramatic setting was featured in two James Bond films. Arrive in the small harbor town of Höfn, an active lobster fishing hub. From here, your travel director will lead a short orientation. Dine at your hotel's restaurant tonight and experience what the local produce has to offer.

Day Stops

• Höfn, Iceland
• Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Hotel(s)

Icelandair Hotel Herad

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Explore yet another face of Iceland, as you drive through narrow fjords surrounded by steep cliffs and past small fishing villages. Catch a glimpse of Papey Island, once the home of Gaelic monks who settled here before the arrival of the Vikings. Continue to the lakeside town of Egilsstaðir where upon arrival relax in the untouched nature at Iceland’s only geothermal floating pools. Vök Baths harnesses the natural geothermal power of the area to create a unique bathing experience with amazing views of the Lake Urriðavatn. The architecture of the hot springs are designed to complement the unspoiled beauty of the Icelandic environment. Continue on to your hotel for an included dinner.

Day Stops

• Egilsstaðir, Iceland
• Mývatn, 660, Iceland
• Húsavík, Iceland
• Akureyri, Iceland

Hotel(s)

Hotel Kea, Akureyri

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Continue on to the beautiful Lake Mývatn and explore a wide spectrum of geological formations. The concentrated geothermal activity produces mud pools and spectacularly colored deposits. Continue to the charming fishing village of Húsavík for some free time to enjoy lunch. Perhaps visit the Húsavík Whale Museum for a guided tour to learn about whales, their significance in marine ecosystems and the history of whaling in Iceland. This evening is yours to relax or explore Akureyri at your leisure.

Day Stops

• Akureyri, Iceland
• Hvammstangi, Iceland
• Borgarnes, Iceland

Hotel(s)

Hótel Hamar

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Enjoy an orientation of Akureyri, the capital of northern Iceland, first established as a trading center in 1602. Travel past mountains, waterfalls, and green coastal regions. Later, continue to the southwest coast of Borgarnes. This evening, consider joining the optional experience at one of the oldest houses in Borgarnes and enjoy dinner at The Settlement Center restaurant, which is home to an exhibition telling the story of The Settlement Era in Iceland.

Day Stops

• Borgarnes, Iceland
• Snæfellsjökull, Iceland

Hotel(s)

Hótel Hamar

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Travel along the Snæfellsnes Peninsula to Snæfellsjökull National Park, known as the Jewel of West Iceland and home to the country’s most famous volcano. See the magnificent Snæfellsjökull glacier surrounded by unspoiled natural beauty. En route, admire the impressive landscapes of Búðir, offering a mixture of sandy hills, black lava fields and a yellow beach. Next, take a stroll along the sea cliffs of Arnastapi with its unique column rock formations and take in the beautiful scenery.

Day Stops

• Borgarnes, Iceland
• Thingvellir National Park, 806 Selfoss, Iceland
• Reykjavík, Iceland

Hotel(s)

Fosshotel Reykjavík

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Journey south to Thingvellir. This remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site lies on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. Explore Reykjavik. Choose to visit the Perlan Museum with the Wonders of Iceland's one-of-a-kind exhibition to experience Iceland´s natural beauty. Alternatively, experience the magic of Iceland on an exhilarating flight-ride at FlyOver to see incredible scenery from sweeping glaciers to stunning fjords. This afternoon, you may decide to visit the mineral-rich waters of the Blue Lagoon on our optional experience. Round off your journey through one of the world's most naturally beautiful places with a delicious dinner paired with wine at a local restaurant.

Day Stop

• Reykjavík, Iceland

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Your Icelandic adventure comes to an end, with a transfer to Reykjavík's Keflavík Airport.