Reykjavik: 8-Day Iceland Ring Road Guided Small Group Tour

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Discover Iceland on an 8-day small-group Ring Road tour, staying in quality hotels. Enjoy stunning scenery, expert guide, and a comfortable journey among glaciers, waterfalls, and volcanic landscapes.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in Iceland’s natural beauty on a guided 8-day tour
  • Explore the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, known as “Iceland in Miniature”
  • Visit the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and see icebergs up close
  • Discover the Golden Circle, including Gullfoss Waterfall and Geysir
  • Stay in carefully chosen, best-rated hotels throughout the trip

Description

Day 1: Arrival in Iceland – Welcome to Reykjavík After landing at Keflavík International Airport, make your own way to your accommodation in Reykjavík, Iceland’s vibrant capital. For convenience, you can add airport transfer during the booking process. Once checked in, relax after your flight and enjoy your first glimpse of Iceland before beginning your 8-day Ring Road adventure. Day 2: Snæfellsnes Peninsula Day Tour Early pickup for a full-day tour of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, often called “Iceland in Miniature.” Drive through Borgarnes to Ytri Tunga Beach, home to a seal colony, then on to Arnarstapi’s cliffs and rock arches. Explore Djúpalónssandur black beach and Hólahólar craters before visiting Ólafsvík fishing village. End the day at Kirkjufell Mountain and Kirkjufellsfoss Waterfall before returning to Reykjavík. Day 3: Journey to Akureyri – North Iceland’s Charm Travel north via the Hvalfjörður Tunnel to Borgarnes and Skagafjörður Fjord, known for Icelandic horses. Visit the Glaumbær Turf Museum, showcasing traditional farm life, then cross the Öxnadalsheiði plateau to reach Akureyri, the capital of North Iceland. Optional evening visit to the Forest Lagoon geothermal spa. Overnight in Akureyri. Day 4: Lake Mývatn – Volcanic Landscapes and Waterfalls Explore Lake Mývatn’s geothermal wonders, starting with the stunning Goðafoss Waterfall. Continue to Dimmuborgir lava fields, Skútustaðagígar pseudocraters, Grjótagjá lava cave, and the bubbling mud pools of Námaskarð. Later, visit Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall, before driving through Möðrudalsöræfi and Jökuldalur Valley to Egilsstaðir for the night. Day 5: The East Fjords – Remote Beauty and Reindeer Follow the scenic East Fjords coastline, a region of fjords, fishing villages, and free-roaming reindeer. Enjoy views of clear lakes and steep mountains. In the afternoon, take an optional Glacier Jeep Adventure on Vatnajökull Glacier. Overnight in Höfn, known for its lobster and ocean views. Day 6: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach & South Coast Travel along the southeast coast to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where icebergs float toward the sea. Nearby, see the glittering ice on Diamond Beach. Continue through Vatnajökull National Park and past Iceland’s highest peak, Hvannadalshnúkur. Visit Reynisfjara black sand beach and the waterfalls Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss. Overnight in the Selfoss area. Day 7: The Golden Circle & Optional Blue Lagoon Tour Iceland’s famous Golden Circle, including Gullfoss Waterfall, the Geysir geothermal area, and Þingvellir National Park, where tectonic plates meet. Return to Reykjavík for your final night, or visit the Blue Lagoon (optional extra with transfer, entrance, silica mask, towel, and drink). Day 8: Departure – Farewell Iceland Enjoy a relaxed morning before transferring to Keflavík Airport. As your 8-day Ring Road journey concludes, you’ll depart with unforgettable memories of Iceland’s beauty and culture.

Includes

Small group tour in spacious vehicle with no restrictions on luggage allowance Free Wi-Fi on board Expert guidance from a professional local guide Accommodation with private bathroom for 7 nights Breakfast at the hotel Visit to Glaumbær Folk Museum Amphibian Boat Tour on Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Important Information

  • Dress in layers due to varying weather conditions. Be prepared for long travel days. Some activities are weather dependent. Minimum of 4 participants required for the optional Glacier Super-Jeep Adventure. If minimum is not reached, the option is refunded. Room Allocation: Guests booking for one person will be accommodated in a single room. Bookings for two people will be placed in a double room. Bookings for three people will be accommodated in a double room with an extra bed or a triple room, depending on availability.

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