For those who love being outside and marveling at pristine landscapes and adventurous activities like walking on a glacier, descending into a volcano, cruising to see whales, fjords and puffins or glamping in remote wilderness, Iceland is a must visit. The extraordinary island nation boasts an otherworldly terrain that is ripe for expeditions and exploration and is a prime destination for viewing the magical Northern Lights.
Itineraries We Love
We believe that itineraries need to be personalized, and can work for anyone from honeymooners and adventurers to families and multi-gen groups as long as they are tailored to your interests. Here are some of our favorites; many more can be created by our expert team.
Iconic Iceland
Get a taste of the ultimate adventure destination with an overnight in the capital Reykjavik and an excursion to the famed Blue Lagoon, and then a few days spent exploring the sites of the Golden Circle, before venturing to the exclusive Deplar Farm for heli-skiing, fly-fishing, Arctic surfing and kayaking.
Get a taste of the ultimate adventure destination with an overnight in the capital Reykjavik and an excursion to the famed Blue Lagoon, and then a few days spent exploring the sites of the Golden Circle, before venturing to the exclusive Deplar Farm for heli-skiing, fly-fishing, Arctic surfing and kayaking.
When to Go
Year-round, but note that the winter months experience very few hours of daylight, which also makes it the best time to see the Northern Lights.
Ideal Length of Stay
7-10 days
Itinerary Highlights
Wandering around Reykjavik, visiting the Thrihnukagigur volcano, soaking in the Blue Lagoon, touring the Golden Circle with geysers, waterfalls and a national park, glacier walks, black sand beaches, heli-skiing
Days 1-2: Reykjavik
Spend a day exploring the city’s charming downtown, which is compact and easily navigated on foot with visits to the National Museum and the Hallgrímskirkja church. Also, don’t miss the dormant Thrihnukagigur volcano, which has has recently been made accessible to adventurous thrill seekers, and the famous Blue Lagoon, where you can relax and rejuvenate in the warm, turquoise blue geothermal baths.
Days 3-5: Golden Circle
The driving circuit along Iceland’s southwest coast is known as the Golden Circle and covers the “best of ” list of Icelandic attractions. You can hike through Thingvellir National Park, visit Gullfoss waterfall (one of the largest falls in Europe) and stop off in the valley of Haukadalur, where you can see active geysers.
Day 6-9: Deplar Farm
Owned by pioneering adventure travel company Eleven Experience, this pampering, 13-room resort in northern Iceland is one-of-a-kind thanks to its five-star service, ultra-posh lodgings and access to some of the best heli-skiing and fly-fishing in the world.
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