You’re on your way to Iceland, a land forged by fire and ice, where adventurous landscapes give way to a rich cultural heritage.Prepare to discover the dramatic contrasts from ethereal lava fields and thundering waterfalls to charming coastal villages.Arrive in Reykjavík, ... Read More

You’re on your way to Iceland, a land forged by fire and ice, where adventurous landscapes give way to a rich cultural heritage.

Prepare to discover the dramatic contrasts from ethereal lava fields and thundering waterfalls to charming coastal villages.

Arrive in Reykjavík, Iceland’s vibrant capital.

Explore the city’s old core on a guided walking tour featuring the Parliament, harbor, city hall, and the city’s oldest building.

Marvel at the dazzling glass façade of the Harpa Concert Hall, a true marvel of modern architecture.

This evening, join your fellow travelers for dinner featuring fresh Icelandic ingredients at a local restaurant.

Travel the Golden Circle to see Iceland's most iconic natural wonders, including the Mid-Atlantic Ridge in Thingvellir National Park, where you can walk between two continents.

Visit a geothermal bakery to see how Icelanders use natural steam to cook food underground, and taste the delicious, slow-cooked “lava bread.” Continue along the Golden Circle and take in the beauty of the Gullfoss (Golden Falls) double-cascade waterfall before visiting the explosive Strokkur fountain geyser.

Return to Reykjavík for an evening at leisure.

This morning, travel inland to Húsafell to view its misty waterfalls cascading over ancient lava rocks.

Experience an Impact Moment during a visit to an Icelandic goat farm, where you’ll learn how local farmer Jóhanna helped revive this historic breed, dating back to Iceland’s earliest settlers.

Enjoy a simple meal of homemade specialties before continuing onward.

Then, bundle up for an adventurous ascent of Langjökull glacier* via mountain truck.

Go “Into the Glacier” to explore the shimmering blue ice inside the world’s largest man-made ice tunnel.** End the day in Borgarnes, your home for the next 2 nights.

Journey to the stunning Snæfellsnes Peninsula with its camera-ready black sand beaches, mountain peaks, volcanic craters, rocky coastlines, and tiny fishing villages.

Enjoy free time for lunch in Arnarstapi, a beautiful, small fishing village at the foot of Mt.

Stapafell, framed by columnar basalt and striking sea cliffs.

In the afternoon, take in views on Mount Kirkjufell, with its iconic shape and freestanding form — this is one of the most photographed landscapes in Iceland.

Today, head to the scenic Norðurland Vestra region, celebrated for its horse-breeding heritage.

Visit a family-owned farm, grab your camera for a photo tour of the stables and interact with these friendly animals and their caretakers.

En route, stop at one of Iceland's most historic waterfalls, Goðafoss, where legend says Iceland converted to Christianity in AD 1000.

End your day in Húsavík, one of the first settlements on the island.

This morning, take in the otherworldly landscapes surrounding Lake Mývatn, including the Hverir geothermal area, where bubbling mud pools resemble Martian terrain.

Join your Tour Manager for a hike through Dimmuborgir, where fantastical lava formations and mystical caves inspire Icelandic legends.

After free time for lunch, gear up in thermal wear to join expert whale watchers on a cruise on Skjálfandi Bay.

Aboard RIB Zodiacs, get as close as you can to whales in northern Iceland.

You may see humpback, minke, fin, or harbor porpoise, and possibly the orca or giant blue whales that frequent these waters.

This morning, fly*** back to Reykjavík.

Then, it’s your choice! Experience the Icelandic tradition of geothermal bathing with a dip in the warm, mineral-rich waters of scenic Sky Lagoon**** -OR- take a thrilling virtual experience ride, giving you the feeling of flying over Iceland’s glaciers, fjords, and most iconic landscapes.

Gather this evening for a farewell dinner at a restaurant highlighting Icelandic cuisine.

Head home having uncovered Iceland’s adventurous side.

There are no inclusions for this tour.