Iceland Full Circle Vacation
Ring Road Tour
Private Escorted 10-Days / 9-Nights
(Iceland Vacations are only available April - September of each year)
Highlights:
- Reykjavík
- Ring Road Route (full circle of the island)
- Golden Circle Route
- Blue Lagoon
- Diamond Beach
- Strokkur Geyser
- Hverfjall Volcano Crater
- Floating Icebergs at Glacier Lagoon
- Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss Waterfalls
- Skútustaðagígar Pseudo Crater
- Over 30 Waterfalls, Beaches, and Hot Springs
Day 1 / Arrival in Keflavík to Reykjavík
We will pick you up at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
After a short drive to Reykjavik, you will get settled into your hotel. You will take a 2-hour historical city walking tour with an experienced guide that covers all the main sights of the city. You will see the main attractions downtown, Harpa concert hall, Parliament building, City hall and more. The main focus of this walking tour is the general history of Iceland and the evolution of Reykjavík as a town as well as stories of elves, Vikings, food, nightlife, music, economic aspects and political affairs. You will have free time to explore the capital city with its abundance of museums, restaurants, and clothing stores.
After a day of touring the city, you will have dinner in a local restaurant in Keflavik.


Day 2 / The Golden Circle Route
After breakfast you will start your day with the Golden Circle. The first site you will visit on the route will be the þórufoss Waterfall, a little-known waterfall standing at 54 feet high and up to 100 feet wide.
Then on to the Pingvellir "Thingvellir" National Park Visitor Centre where you can learn about the history and significance of Þingvellir through exhibits and displays. The national park contains several points of interest, including the Almannagjá Gorge which is the boundary of the Mid-Atlantic Rift where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates push apart.
Nearby is the Öxarárfoss Waterfall,which flows out of the cliffs of Almannagjo Gorge at a heigh of 45 feet. Oxararfoss Waterfall is also known for the filming location for the TV series "Game of Thrones".
Next is a 45 minute drive to Geysir Hot Springs. You will see the Strokkur Geyser which erupts every 6–10 mins with height of up to 65 feet high.
Then a short drive to Gullfoss Waterfall. The name Gullfoss means "Golden Falls," and it's known for its powerful cascade. Gullfoss is fed by the Hvita River and plunges into a dramatic canyon, creating two distinct drops that total around 105 feet in height and up to 800 feet wide. The first drop is 36 feet, followed by a second, larger plunge of 69 feet.
Nearby is the Faxafoss Waterfall. The name "Faxafoss" is derived from the Faxi River, which gracefully flows through the Icelandic landscape. The waterfall stands at about 23 feet tall and 260 feet wide. It also has fish ladder adjacent to it, suggesting that salmon and trout is in this river.
You will stop at the Friðheimar Farm. Here you will have an hour of free timeto view the geothermally grown tomatoes from their greenhouses and enjoytheir famous tomato soup and tomato beer.
Then on to the Secret Lagoon Iceland, Hrunalaug Hot Spring and Kerid Crater Lake.
You will have dinner at Ölverk Pizza & Brewery in Hveragerði before returning to your room in Reykjavík.


Day 3 / Akranes to Sauðárkrókur
After breakfast you will depart for Akranes.
You will visit inside the Old Akranes Lighthouse which gives amazing views of the ocean, the village of Akranes, and a old shipwreck.
An hour drive away you will see the Hraunfossar and Barnafoss Waterfalls. The Hraunfossar is a series of waterfalls formed by rivulets streaming over a distance of about 900 meters.
You will depart on a 3 hour drive for Sauðárkrókur. East of the town lays the beautiful black sand beach known as Borgarsandur Beach with dunes and marram grass.
You will check-in at Hotel Tindastóll in Sauðárkrókur.
Dinner will be at a local restaurant and afterwards will be free-time to relax on the Black Beach.

Day 4 / Akureyri to Mývatn
After breakfast you will take a 1.5 hour drive to Akureyri.
Here you will visit the Laufás Museum "The Old Farmhouse Laufas" which is a renowned church site and chieftain‘s residence. The Grass-roofed houses & a church from the 19th century offer insights into early Icelandic life.
After a 30 minute drive, you will visit the Goðafoss Waterfall. The water of the Skjálfandafljót River falls from a height of 40 feet over a width of 100 feet. A 1.8-mile hiking trail loops around the waterfall area.
Afterwards, you will take a short drive to the Skútustaðagígar Pseudo Craters. These pseudocraters were formed some 2,300 years ago in the eruption of Lúdentaborgir and Þrengslaborgir. The clusters of pseudocraters sit on a scoria mount, which is unique for this type of crater.
You will check-in at Sel Hótel Mývatn in Mývatn.
Dinner will be at the Sel Hotel Myvatn Restaurant and the craters are across the street for you evening walk.


Iceland Full Circle Vacation – 10-Days / 9-Nights
(Iceland Vacations are only available April - September of each year)
Cost: Adults / $5,995*
Students (ages 6-12) / $2,995
Children 5 and under / Free
*Children under the age of 12 are required to share a room with an accompanying adult. There is a maximum of 2 children with 2 adults.
Prices are based on Double Adult Occupancy
Single room supplement of $750
Private Tour Supplement of up to $1,000 per person depending upon the tour requests and days.
The tour includes:
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All ground transportation from flight arrival and departure in Keflavik.
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Tour in private auto/minibus, with transportation to and from all tours and restaurants on the itinerary.
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All accommodations are in a clean comfortable hotel, bed & breakfast, or country inn. (European 3-5 star standards).
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Breakfast each morning.
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Dinner each evening with two free drinks (beer, wine, soda, juice, or water only).
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Free alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with European snacks are available while traveling between cities and tours.
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Entry and tour fees for all sights are mentioned in the itinerary.
The tour does NOT include:
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Airfare to and from Iceland.
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Meals other than those indicated in the itinerary.
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Beverages other than those indicated in the itinerary.
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Free time transportation or sightseeing.
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Personal expenses for shopping, etc.
Optional tours:
We have handpicked our tours to give you the must-see sites with a relaxed and enjoyable vacation. We understand that some people have different interests than others. We will try to accommodate special requests such as a special tour, a historical site, a river cruise, or just a special dinner. Please feel free to contact us.
Day 5 / Mývatn to Viti Volcano Crater
After breakfast your day of activities will start at the Lake Mývatn Panoramic Viewpoint. The lookout point provides breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding volcanic formations.
You will go on a 15-20 minute walking trail at Höfði and view the lava rock formations in the lake.
Then you will explore the Dimmuborgir Lava Formations with multiple walking trails. The formation of these extraordinary lava pillars stems from molten lava creating a lava pond of craters some 2,300 years ago.
Next you will experience the Hverfjall Volcano Crater Trail. A 2.7-mile loop trail around the Crater and inside if you dare! This hike is considered a moderately challenging route and you decide how far you wish to walk.
You will have a chance to enter the Grjotagja Cave. A small lava cave with a rocky and narrow entry, famous for its beautiful geothermal hot spring in its depths.
Your next stop will be the amazing Námaskard Pass. A Geothermal "lunar landscape" area with boiling springs, mud pools of various colors & steaming fumaroles.
Your final stop of the day will be the Viti Volcano Crater Lake. This huge crater arose from a volcanic eruption and within it formed a lake with turquoise blue water. You will have the choice of walking the 1 hour perimeter walk, or just stop for photos,
You will enjoy dinner at Vogafjós Farm Resort. A very unique restaurant next to a cowshed with window views of the milking cows and a small boutique with unique local products. Guests are allowed to go inside the cowshed to pet the calves and even try the fresh milk.
After dinner, you will return to Sel Hotel Mývatn in Mývatn.


Day 6 / Studlagil Canyon to Hengifoss Waterfall
Today you will enjoy breakfast and depart for Studlagil Canyon. This canyon, located in the Jökuldalur Valley of East Iceland, is home to one of the greatest collections of basalt columns in Iceland.
Next you will visit Stuðlafoss Waterfall, a beautiful waterfall located in the Jokuldalur Glacier valley. It is characterized by its basalt rock columns that is typical of Icelandic geology.
Then on to Rjúkandi Waterfall, with it's two main drops, this waterfall has a total height is 305 feet, while 196 feet being the tallest drop
A short drive down the road is the Litlanesfoss Waterfall. A beautiful waterfall surrounded by Iceland’s iconic basalt columns that stands about 148 feet.
Next is the Hengifoss Waterfall. The third highest waterfall in Iceland at 420 feet . Hengifoss is eye-catching due to the striking red clay and black basalt patterns of the cliff face that make a pretty backdrop for the narrow ribbon of water cascading down.
Your final waterfall of the day is the Nykurhylsfoss. A hidden waterfall on the Fossá river is surrounded by majestic mountains forming an amazing view.
After a day full of waterfalls, we will check-in at Hotel Breiðdalsvík with dinner at the Beljandi Brewery.


Day 7 / Fardagafoss Waterfall to Nykurhylsfoss Waterfall
After breakfast you will have another day filled with Icelandic waterfalls.
The first waterfall will be Fardagafoss. A small waterfall located a short distance from the town of Egilsstaðir. The waterfall is a short hike but worth it as it is a very enlightening experience.
A short drive to Klifbrekku Waterfall which is a hidden wonder which has a series of seven waterfalls with the main waterfall at 295 feet.
Next is the Beljandi Waterfall which is not as tall than most of the other waterfalls and unusually wide . The waterfall is especially appealing to photographers as there are actually two waterfalls which poses a challenge to capture them both.
Your final waterfall of the day is the Nykurhylsfoss. A hidden waterfall of 50 feet on the Fossá River.
Afterwards, you will go back to the at Hotel Breiðdalsvík where you will enjoy an amazing Icelandic dinner.

Day 8 / Diamond Beach to Stjornarfoss Waterfall
After breakfast, you will have a beautiful 2.5 hours on the east coast of Iceland with occasional photoshoot stops.
Your first stop will be Diamond Beach. The black volcanic sand beach are where icebergs from the glacier lagoon drift ashore. Here is a great place to see Icelandic seals and is one of the best places in Iceland to spot orca whales.
A 5 minute walk across the street is Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. The breathtaking still, blue waters are dotted with icebergs from the surrounding Breiðamerkurjökull Glacier. The Glacier Lagoon flows through a short waterway into the Atlantic Ocean, leaving chunks of ice on a black sand beach. with the fish-filled lagoon hosts hundreds of seals.
A short drive down the road and you will visit the Skaftafell Visitor Centre. Here you will have the opportunity to experience 3 waterfalls on a 45-60 minute walk. First will be the Hundafoss Waterfall which is 78 feet tall. Next is theMagnúsarfoss Waterfall which is 33 feet high. You can view it from a lookout terrace, or you can make your way through the bushes on the right bank to find several spots with beautiful views of the waterfall. The third waterfall is Svartifoss. An amazing waterfall, over 65 feet high, the black columnar basalt formations beautifully frame the waterfall and give it its name, Black Fall.
After a 45 minute drive you will see the Foss a Sidu Waterfall. One of the most beautiful waterfalls of Iceland. The waterfall is 270 feet tall. The white strip of the waterfall from amidst the dark mountains can be seen from a distance.
A short distance down the road is Stjornarfoss Waterfall which is one of the hidden and seldom visited waterfalls in Iceland.The waterfall consists of two a falls on an upper and lower tier. The higher one lives in the shade of the lower one, as it is only visible from quite a distance.
We will then check-in at Hotel Laki just 15 minute drive away and enjoy dinner at the hotel.


Day 9 / Stjornarfoss Waterfall to Blue Lagoon
You will depart after breakfast for Systrafoss Waterfall. A short 10 minute drive from the hotel, Systrafoss is the name of the waterfall where the river Fossá falls from the lake Systravatn, over the mountain edge. A beautiful hiking trail leads to the top of the mountain with breathtaking views,
A short 15 minute drive and you will experience the Fjadrargljufur Canyon. The canyon is a 1.24 miles long and is about 300 feet deep with a small freshwater stream running through it. It has become one of the most sought-after locations, after appearing Justin Bieber’s video “I’ll Show You.”
You will the take about an hour drive through the Eldraun Mossy Lava Fields. One of the most spectacular moss blanket is located on the southern coast of Iceland.
You will visit the Skógar Folk Museum which is a cultural heritage collection of 15,000 artifacts exhibited in 3 museums and 6 historical buildings.
You will experience the Kvernufoss Waterfall, almost 100 feet high and it is possible to walk into the gorge, behind the waterfall, simply amazing!
Next is the beautiful Skógafoss Waterfall which is one of many waterfalls on the Skoga River. One of the biggest waterfalls in Iceland at almost 200 feet high and 85 feet wide. You can walk right up to it but be prepared to be drenched. It is overwhelming standing next to it!
After hiking up the 527 steps (yes, 527) to the top of Skógafoss and a 5 minute walk to Hestavaðsfoss Waterfall which is locatedabove the popular Skógafoss in Iceland. It cascades down a volcanic bedrock shelf in two steps, with the main drop measuring about 20 feet high.
A 7 minute walk will get you to the Fosstorfufoss Waterfall which plunges over a steep cascade that has been said to resemble the face of a troll peering out of his cave.
Another 7 minute walk is the Steinbogafoss Waterfall. The falls drop about 25 feet in a uniform curtain-style plunge that spreads to about 65 feet in width.
After a 2 hour drive, you will be at the world famous Blue Lagoon. A Geothermal Spa in which you will have free time to visit. The water's milky blue hue is due to its high silica content. The silica forms soft white mud on the bottom of the lake which bathers rub on themselves. The water is also rich in salts and algae. The water temperature in the bathing and swimming area of the lagoon averages 99–102°F. On our drive the the Blue Lagoon, you will be see the volcanic eruption in Reykjanes Peninsula.
Afterwards, we will check-in at the Aurora Hotel at Reykjavik-Keflavik Airport. Dinner will be at the hotel.

Day 10 / Departure from Keflavík
After breakfast. we will be happy to take you to the airport for your departure from Iceland.
