ICELAND FIRE AND ICE
Overview
Starting in the soulful city of Reykjavik, this trip will have you widening your eyes at the best of Iceland’s unique natural beauty. Along the way you’ll witness erupting geysers & cascading waterfalls, marvel at volcanoes & glaciers and soak in the Blue Lagoon, a geothermal mineral wonder surrounded by steam and stars. By the time it’s over, you’ll be floating home with a full camera reel and a lovestruck look plastered all over your face.
Included/Excluded
- Your accommodation, essential trip transport, and a good handful of meals are included in the cost (on most trips we offer breakfast every day, plus a hand-picked selection of authentic and tasty meals)
- A number of meal times are left open for you to explore a region and its foodie offerings in greater detail, so budgeting for your taste in non-catered meals is important.
- Travel insurance and visas
- Flights to and from your starting and ending points
- We offer Free Time Add-Ons, which are additional experiences
- Meals not mentioned
Day 1: Reykjavik
Reykjavik:
- Welcome to Iceland, home to the world’s most swoon-worthy sights. You’ll soon be heading home with a camera roll filled with epic vistas and a head full of cherished memories. But first thing’s first, it’s time to get acquainted with the quirky and colourful buildings of Reykjavik (this captivating capital is cool in more ways than one). After checking into your hostel and having time to unwind, we’ll bond over a tasty local dinner, feeling the frisson of excitement about the fine days that lay ahead of us.
Kex Hostel (or similar)
Included Meals
Dinner
Included Experience:
- Enjoy a Icelandic dinner in Reykjavik
Day 2: Reykjavik to Midgard
Reykjavik:
- After breakfast this morning we’re headed to Midgard Base Camp – but loads to see and do on the way as we make our way around the Golden Circle.
Midgard:
- First, a stop at the spectacular Thingvellir National Park before heading onto Efstidalur, where we’ll enjoy a Farm to Table presentation and get a tantalising taste of the local cuisine. Then we’re off to the jaw-dropping geothermal fields of Geysir and a visit to the magnificent Gullfoss Falls. The evening offers the opportunity to relax in the rooftop sauna & hot tub at Midgard Base Camp and reflect on an incredible day in this amazing country.
Midgard Base Camp (or similar)
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included Experience:
- Golden Circle Tour
- Icelandic Farm-to-Table Tasting MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience
- Chill at the spa in Migrad Base camp
- Friðheimar Greenhouse Visit MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience
- Spot native Icelandic Horses
Day 3: Midgard to Kirkjubaejarklaustur
Midgard:
- Rise and shine! After breakfast we’re headed across the astonishingly beautiful south shore.
Kirkjubaejarklaustur:
- It’s time for more spectacular waterfalls, the famous Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. After gawping at their thundering beauty, we’re headed past the Mýrdalsjökull Glacier to Reynisfjara beach. Take a walk along the uniquely black sands, admire the crazy rock formations and remind yourself you’re still on planet earth.
Fosshotel Nupar Kirkjubaejarklaustur (or similar)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Included Experience:
- Gawp at the spectacular Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls
- Walk the black sands of Reynisfjara Beach
- Marvel at canyons, volcanoes & glaciers
Day 4: Kirkjubaejarklaustur to Vik
Kirkjubaejarklaustur
- Another day, another included breakfast and another awe-inspiring National Park to head to. Vatnajökull is named after Europe’s largest ice cap, and is the largest National Park in western Europe. Cameras at the ready, we’ll check out Svinafellsjökull, one of the most beautiful of the glacial outlets emerging from Vatnajökull. Today is your chance to sign up for an optional glacier adventure.
Via Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon:
- We’ll make a quick stop at this jaw-dropping lagoon, known for its still blue waters. Plus, you can warm up with a drink from a cute little cafe here.
Vik:
- We’ll arrive in Vik after a day of fresh air and exploring the glorious sights that Iceland has to offer.
Hotel Katla Vik (or similar)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Included Experience:
- Visit Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon & Diamond Beach
Additional Cost Applies:
- Glacier Walk
Day 5: Vik to Reykjavik
Vik:
- After breakfast today we’re headed towards the Reykjanes peninsula.
Reykjavik:
- Visit geothermal sites, explore dramatic coastlines and charming villages, or enjoy views over Lake Kleifarvatn with its mesmerising rock formations and legends of mythical creatures. Today you’ll have a chance to take a dip in the hot springs of the Blue Lagoon.
Hótel Klettur (or similar)
Included Meals: Breakfast
Additional Cost Applies:
- Blue Lagoon (or similar)
- Reykjavik Farewell Dinner
Day 6: Reykjavik
Reykjavik:
- Pack your bags back in pretty Reykjavik and try to stay on the high induced by all the wonders we’ve taken in. We’ll say our farewells as the trip wraps up, leaving us with a deep appreciation for this special country.
Included Meals: Breakfast
