Complete Iceland
9 days
From $ 3199
Duration9 days

It’s a pretty big boast to claim a nine-day tour as being “complete,” but just wait until you see what we’ve stuffed into this one. Blending lots of free time to explore the quirky Icelandic capital of Reykjavík — at your own pace, with the very best of the country’s fascinating natural sights — the lava formations of Dimmuborgir, the stunning fjords and glaciers near Höfn, and the hot springs and waterfalls of the Golden Circle, and access to the famous Blue Lagoon, just to name a few — you’ll be stunned at just how much amazingness fits into such a short stretch of time. The only thing missing? You.

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  • Duration: 9 days
    Service level: Standard
  • Physical Grading: Average
  • Ages: 12+
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Day 1: Reykjavík
There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting.
Arrive at any time. There are pre-bookable activities available for this tour. Check out the "Available Extras" section of the Overview page for more information on these activities, and cost-saving bundles.
Day 2: Reykjavík/Akureyri
Eyjafjörður is a scenic spot to enjoy the local wildlife and small villages in the area.

Opt to go on a whale-watching excursion. On the checkout page, opt to pre-book a single-day activity (select "Whale Watching from Dalvik") or an activity bundle (select "Whales and Glaciers Bundle") ahead of time, to include one of these optionals on your tour.
Drive to Akureyri, stopping for lunch at a local cantina. Explore the town and opt to go on a whale-watching tour. If you have pre-booked whale watching, you will be going on the excursion this evening.
Meals: B
Day 3: Akureyri/Borgarfjörður
Head to Mývatn Lake, stopping en route at Goðafoss Waterfall. In Mývatn, explore lava formations of Dimmuborgir and the geothermal area of Námaskarð.

Visit Dettifoss Waterfall, one of the most powerful waterfalls in Europe.

Reach Borgarfjörður in the East Fjords region for a night in a local guesthouse.
Stop at Goðafoss Waterfall en route to Mývatn Lake. Explore lava formations of Dimmuborgir and the geothermal area of Námaskarð. Visit Dettifoss Waterfall before arriving in Borgarfjörður for a night in a local guesthouse.
Meals: B
Day 4: Borgarfjörður/Hofn
Höfn is known as the lobster capital of Iceland, so include a sample of this delicacy in your plans.
Leave beautiful Borgarfjörður behind and travel down the coast driving through the beautiful and majestic eastern fjords. En route to Hofn, catch a glimpse of Vatnajokull glacier, the largest ice cap in Europe.
Meals: B
Day 5: Hofn/Vik
Marvel at the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, with a chance to see seals sun bathing on the bright blue ice. The massive icebergs floating towards shore tower over visitors. Opt to check out the lagoon by boat.

Continue on to Skaftafell National Park with time to explore before continuing on in the evening to the small town of Vík.
Visit the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, with a chance to see seals sun bathing on the bright blue ice. Opt to check out the lagoon by boat. Continue to Skaftafell National Park and opt to take a glacier hike. Continue to Vík. Opt to pre-book the Skaftafell National Park Glacier Hike activity on the checkout page. If you have pre-booked glacier hiking, this activity will take place today.
Meals: B
Day 6: Vik/Reykjavík
Visit Reynisfjara Beach. Continue along the Golden Circle to Drumbo. Stop at the waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Gullfoss. Explore the Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir Hot Springs and Þingvellir National Park. Visit a G Adventures-supported sustainable community dedicated to helping people with disabilities. Arrive to Reykjavík in the early evening.
Meals: B
Day 7-8: Reykjavík
Need help booking extra excursions while in Reykjavik? Speak to your sales agent about pre-booking activities for this day.
Free day to explore the city and surrounding area. Opt to explore this quaint town, or get your adrenaline pumping on one of the many activities available around Reykjavík. Days 7-9 of this itinerary are unescorted by a CEO, giving you the maximum time for activities and personal exploration.

Want to do more with your tour? Pre-book any of the following activities to experience during your free time in Reykjavík: Hot Spring Hiking Tour (full-day), Þórsmörk Valley Super Jeep and Hiking Tour (Full-day), Snorkelling in Þingvellir National Park (half-day), and Lava Caving by the Blue Mountains (half-day). Please note that only ONE full day activity can be booked per day.

Any optional activities listed on this day can also be booked upon arrival in Reykjavík.
Meals: B
Day 9: Reykjavík
You will arrive at the Blue Lagoon by 10:00am. After having enjoyed all that the Blue Lagoon has to offer, you can either return to Reykjavík or be dropped off at Keflavík International Airport (KEF) on the included shuttles. Timetables will be available on site.
Visit the famous Blue Lagoon en route to Keflavik airport. We advise to only book onward travel after 3:30pm.
Meals: B

Inclusions

Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: Solheimar Eco Village Visit, Selfoss Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Discover Moment: Reykjavík
  • Goðafoss waterfall visit
  • Mývatn lake visit
  • Dimmuborgir, and Námaskarð stops
  • Dettifoss waterfall visit
  • Vatnajökull glacier visit
  • Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon visit
  • Reynisfjara beach
  • Stops including: Dyrhólaey cape and Seljalandsfoss waterfall
  • The Golden Circle: Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir Hot Springs, and Þingvellir National Park
  • Blue Lagoon entrance and airport transfer
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
  • Transport

    Private minivan/bus, Walking
  • Accommodation

    Simple hotels (8 nts)

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