Discover Iceland's Midnight Sun
Explore the capital city of Reykjavík, the Golden Circle route, Þingvellir & Vatnajökull National Parks, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Látrabjarg, Siglufjörður & more!
| Style | Value Vacation Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | Group Size | 20 travelers max | |
| Themes | Active, History & Culture, Bucket List, Nature & Wildlife | ||
| Activity Level | |||
| What to Expect | Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
Get updates about this package
Experience the magical atmosphere and untamed beauty of Iceland's nature, breathtaking scenery and unique history. Energize your spirit and sooth your body with geothermal hot springs in the Land of the Midnight Sun. Discover the iconic fjords, charming countryside, towering glaciers, and more. Let your mind be inspired by the culture, from ancient to modern, in the world’s most northerly capital of Reykjavik, a UNESCO City of Literature, and home of one of the world’s oldest Parliaments. All the while, a backdrop of rugged mountains and icy glaciers serve as a constant reminder of Iceland’s tumultuous, volcanic past.
Package includes
- Flights
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round-trip flights from New York (JFK) or Newark (EWR) to Reykjavik, including taxes & fees
- All ground transportation and transfers
- Accommodations in Tourist Class hotels with guaranteed early check in
- 21 Meals: 11 breakfast daily, plus 10 dinners
- Comprehensive touring program including entrance fees
- Professional, English-speaking driver/guide
Why you'll love it
- Relax from your flight with guaranteed early check in upon arrival before setting out on your Iceland adventure.
- Travel along the famous Golden Circle route and admire Iceland's stunning scenery.
- Visit a tomato growing geothermal greenhouse and learn about Iceland's most important use of geothermal energy before enjoying an up-close look at Icelandic horses.
- Journey to Snæfellsnes Peninsula and witness the dramatic landscapes covered in lava fields, volcanoes, glaciers, and coastal cliffs.
- Embark on a lava cave tour and travel 35 meters underground to the interior of the Earth.
- Observe a variety of seabirds at the cliffs of Látrabjarg, the most western point of Iceland and Europe.
- Tour Siglufjörður, Iceland’s northernmost town and known as the herring capital of the North Atlantic.
- Get the opportunity to spot humpback and minke whales, harbour porpoises and dolphins during a whale watching experience in Eyjafjörður.
- Relax and soak at the Mývatn Nature Baths.
- Enjoy a boat ride amongst the floating icebergs on the magnificent Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon.
- Explore Vatnajökull National Park, home to massive glaciers, ice caves, rugged mountains, and waterfalls.
- Get a fantastic close-up view of the Seljalandsfoss waterfall as you walk along a slick trail that leads behind the falls for a unique behind-the-scenes view.
Itinerary at a Glance
- 1 Depart USA/Overnight Flight
- 2 Reykjavik
- 3 Golden Circle, Waterfalls & Icelandic Horses
- 4 Snæfellsnes Peninsula & Ferry trip to West Fjords
- 5 Iceland's Westernmost Point
- 6 West Fjords
- 7 Heading North
- 8 Iceland's Northernmost Town, Whale Watching & Sea Angling
- 9 Geological Wonders and Nature Baths
- 10 Secret of the East
- 11 Fjords, Glaciers & Glacier Lagoon
- 12 Vatnajökull National Park & The South Coast
- 13 Reykjavik/USA
Dates & Prices
Detailed Itinerary
To see full details, click the button to the right.
Day 1 Depart USA/Overnight Flight
- Depart the USA on your overnight flight to Reykjavik, Iceland
Day 2 Reykjavik
- Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel
- Balance of the day at leisure
Hótel Klettur or similar
Day 3 Golden Circle, Waterfalls & Icelandic Horses
- Visit a geothermal greenhouse
- Explore Gullfoss
- Þingvellir National Park
- Hvalfjörður fjord
Icelandair Hotel Hamar or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 4 Snæfellsnes Peninsula & Ferry trip to West Fjords
- Tour the Snæfellsnes Peninsula
- Visit Snæfellsnes National Park
- Enjoy a scenic Ferry Baldur ride over Breiðafjörður Bay
Fosshotel Westfjords or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 5 Iceland's Westernmost Point
- Visit folk and transport museum in Hnjótur
- Admire seabirds cliffs in Látrabjarg
Fosshotel Westfjords or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 6 West Fjords
- Tour the Arnarfjörður fjord
- Admire the seven level, picturesque Dynjandi waterfall
Vogur Country Lodge or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 7 Heading North
- Tour the wide open space and a living museum in Haukadalur
- Visit a turf house farm and folk museum in Glaumbær
Hotel Kea or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 8 Iceland's Northernmost Town, Whale Watching & Sea Angling
- Tour Siglufjörður, Iceland’s northernmost town
- Visit the Herring Era Museum in Siglufjörðu
- Enjoy an afternoon of whale watching
Hotel Kea or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 9 Geological Wonders and Nature Baths
- Visit Goðafoss, the waterfall of the Gods
- Explore Lake Mývatn and surrounding area
Sel Hótel Mývatn or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 10 Secret of the East
- Explore the Dettifoss waterfall in Vatnajökull National Park
- Tour Iceland's highest altitude residence of Möðrudalur
- Visit isolated village Bakkagerði at Borgarfjörður-Eystri
Hotel Álfheimar or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 11 Fjords, Glaciers & Glacier Lagoon
- Visit the Petra Stone Collection, a privately owned collection of stones from Eastern Fjords
- Embark on a boat ride on the magnificent Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon
- Explore the black sands of Diamond beach
Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 12 Vatnajökull National Park & The South Coast
- Tour Vatnajökull National Park
- Take in the beautiful view of Skógafoss waterfall
- Explore a behind the scenes view of the Seljalandsfoss waterfall
- Visit the Lava Center in Hvolsvöllur
Hótel Klettur or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 13 Reykjavik/USA
- Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the USA.
Breakfast
Hotels
In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.
Reviews & Photos
We love hearing your stories and seeing your photos! Here are some moments other travelers captured on this package. Or check out our entire fan photo gallery.
No reviews yet! Check back soon to see what our travelers are saying.
Traveled with us, but haven't received an invitation to review your trip? Contact us at reviews@friendlyplanet.com.
Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Depart from another city? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
- What's the fine print?Review the terms & conditions for this package.
What should I know about Iceland?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
Other Packages
Breathtaking Northern Lights, the capital city of Reykjavik, Snæfellsnes Peninsula and its dramatic landscape, the iconic Golden Circle, Iceland’s South coast, Þingvellir & Vatnajökull National Parks
From
$4299W/ Flights
From
$3799Tour Only
Days
Experience the remarkable Solar Eclipse & explore Iceland's iconic highlights, from Reykjavík's charm and the Golden Circle to the South Coast and the rejuvenating Blue Lagoon
From
$5349Tour Only
Days
Witness the awe-inspiring Solar Eclipse in this once-in-a-lifetime adventure & discover Iceland's natural marvels & cultural treasures, from Reykjavík’s charm to the Golden Circle
From
$2699Tour Only
Days
