Iceland Tours & Vacation Packages - Guided & Escorted Trips from the USA
Planning your Iceland tours starts with choosing a travel style that fits you - and Nordic Saga has been helping American travelers do exactly that since 1992. Whether you are looking for fully escorted Iceland tours with an expert guide, flexible Iceland vacation packages that include hotels and car rental, or small group trips to Iceland with fellow travelers who share your passion for adventure, we have itineraries for every pace and every budget. Iceland - the legendary Land of Fire and Ice - rewards every kind of traveler: summer visitors walk beneath 24-hour daylight past thundering waterfalls and turquoise glacier lagoons, while winter guests chase the Northern Lights across ink-black skies. No matter when you go, Iceland tours booked through Nordic Saga include first-class hotels, local expert guides, and the kind of insider access that transforms a good trip into an unforgettable Iceland vacation. Browse our Iceland tours below and find your perfect itinerary.
Escorted Iceland Tours - Summer
Iceland is one of our most popular destinations! Whether you want to spend 2 weeks in Iceland or making a short stopover, or a weekend trip, you will find many itineraries first-class hotels, and sightseeing of the best natural wonders of Iceland.
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Grand Tour of Iceland
Reykjavik, Golden Circle, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Westfjords, North, Lake Myvatn, Eastfjords, Vatnajokull, Glacier Lagoon, South Coast
Group Size - up to 20 people
- May 10, 2027 — May 21, 2027
- May 24, 2027 — Jun 4, 2027
- Jun 7, 2027 — Jun 18, 2027
- Jun 21, 2027 — Jul 2, 2027
- Jul 5, 2027 — Jul 16, 2027
- Jul 19, 2027 — Jul 30, 2027
- Aug 2, 2027 — Aug 13, 2027
- Aug 16, 2027 — Aug 27, 2027
- Aug 30, 2027 — Sep 10, 2027
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Discover Iceland and Greenland
Iceland Ring Road, Greenland Disko Bay, Ilulissat
- Jun 4, 2027 — Jun 15, 2027
- Jun 18, 2027 — Jun 29, 2027
- Jul 2, 2027 — Jul 13, 2027
- Jul 16, 2027 — Jul 27, 2027
- Jul 30, 2027 — Aug 10, 2027
- Aug 13, 2027 — Aug 24, 2027
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Iceland Ring Road and Greenland
Iceland Ring Road, Nuuk, Disko Bay, Ilulissat
- Jun 4, 2027 — Jun 17, 2027
- Jun 18, 2027 — Jul 1, 2027
- Jul 2, 2027 — Jul 15, 2027
- Jul 16, 2027 — Jul 29, 2027
- Jul 30, 2027 — Aug 12, 2027
- Aug 13, 2027 — Aug 26, 2027
- Aug 27, 2027 — Sep 9, 2027
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Guided Iceland Circle Tour
Classic Ring Road Around Iceland
Group Size - max. 30 people
- Apr 23, 2027 — Apr 30, 2027
- May 7, 2027 — May 14, 2027
- May 21, 2027 — May 28, 2027
- Jun 4, 2027 — Jun 11, 2027
- Jun 18, 2027 — Jun 25, 2027
- Jul 2, 2027 — Jul 9, 2027
- Jul 16, 2027 — Jul 23, 2027
- Jul 30, 2027 — Aug 6, 2027
- Aug 13, 2027 — Aug 20, 2027
- Aug 27, 2027 — Sep 3, 2027
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Iceland Classic Circle Tour
Classic Ring Road Around Iceland
Group Size - max. 29 people
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Iceland Complete
Classic Ring Road Around Iceland
Group Size - max. 16 people
- Sep 22, 2026 — Oct 1, 2026
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Southern Gems and Reykjavik
Reykjavik, Westman Islands, South Coast, Landmannalaugar
Group Size - max. 25 people
- Jun 10, 2027 — Jun 15, 2027
- Jul 8, 2027 — Jul 13, 2027
- Aug 5, 2027 — Aug 10, 2027
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Hidden Powers & Midnight Sun
Reykjavik, Golden Circle, South Shore, Vatnajokull, Glacier Lagoon, Hveragerdi, Blue Lagoon
Group Size - max. 16 people
Escorted Iceland Winter Tours
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Iceland Northern Lights Exploration
Reykjavik, Borgarfjordur, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Golden Circle, South Coast, Vatnajokull National Park, Glacial Lagoon, Diamon Beach, Blue Lagoon
Group Size - max. 40 people
- Sep 18, 2026 — Sep 25, 2026
- Sep 25, 2026 — Oct 2, 2026
- Oct 16, 2026 — Oct 23, 2026
- Oct 23, 2026 — Oct 30, 2026
- Oct 20, 2026 — Oct 27, 2026
- Nov 6, 2026 — Nov 13, 2026
- Nov 13, 2026 — Nov 20, 2026
- Nov 20, 2026 — Nov 27, 2026
- Jan 1, 2027 — Jan 8, 2027
- Jan 8, 2027 — Jan 15, 2027
- Jan 15, 2027 — Jan 22, 2027
- Jan 22, 2027 — Jan 29, 2027
- Jan 29, 2027 — Feb 5, 2027
- Feb 5, 2027 — Feb 12, 2027
- Feb 12, 2027 — Feb 19, 2027
- Feb 19, 2027 — Feb 26, 2027
- Feb 26, 2027 — Mar 5, 2027
- Mar 5, 2027 — Mar 12, 2027
- Mar 12, 2027 — Mar 19, 2027
- Mar 19, 2027 — Mar 26, 2027
- Mar 26, 2027 — Apr 2, 2027
- Apr 2, 2027 — Apr 9, 2027
- Apr 9, 2027 — Apr 16, 2027
Northern Lights Exploration - Small Group
Reykjavik, Borgarfjordur, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Golden Circle, South Coast, Vatnajokull National Park, Glacial Lagoon, Diamon Beach, Blue Lagoon
Group Size - max. 16 people
- Oct 6, 2026 — Oct 13, 2026
- Oct 13, 2026 — Oct 20, 2026
- Oct 20, 2026 — Oct 27, 2026
- Oct 27, 2026 — Nov 3, 2026
- Nov 10, 2026 — Nov 17, 2026
- Nov 24, 2026 — Dec 1, 2026
- Dec 1, 2026 — Dec 8, 2026
- Dec 15, 2026 — Dec 22, 2026
- Jan 5, 2027 — Jan 12, 2026
- Jan 12, 2027 — Jan 19, 2026
- Jan 19, 2027 — Jan 26, 2026
- Jan 26, 2027 — Feb 2, 2026
- Feb 2, 2027 — Feb 9, 2026
- Feb 9, 2027 — Feb 16, 2026
- Feb 16, 2027 — Feb 23, 2026
- Feb 23, 2027 — Mar 2, 2026
- Mar 2, 2027 — Mar 9, 2026
- Mar 9, 2027 — Mar 16, 2026
- Mar 16, 2027 — Mar 23, 2026
- Mar 23, 2027 — Mar 30, 2026
- Mar 30, 2027 — Apr 6, 2027
- Apr 6, 2027 — Apr 13, 2027
Guided Circle of Northern Lights
Classic Ring Road Around Iceland
Group Size - max. 30 people
- Sep 25, 2026 — Oct 2, 2026
- Oct 9, 2026 — Oct 16, 2026
- Oct 23, 2026 — Oct 30, 2026
- Nov 6, 2026 — Nov 13, 2026
- Nov 20, 2026 — Nov 27, 2026
- Dec 4, 2026 — Dec 11, 2026
- Jan 1, 2027 — Jan 8, 2027
- Jan 15, 2027 — Jan 22, 2027
- Jan 29, 2027 — Feb 5, 2027
- Feb 12, 2027 — Feb 19, 2027
- Feb 26, 2027 — Mar 5, 2027
- Mar 12, 2027 — Mar 19, 2027
- Mar 26, 2027 — Apr 2, 2027
- Apr 9, 2027 — Apr 16, 2027
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The Gracious South and West Iceland
Reykjavik, West Iceland, South Coast, Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon
Group Size - max. 22 people
- Sep 20, 2026 — Sep 26, 2026
- Oct 25, 2026 — Oct 31, 2026
- Feb 21, 2027 — Feb 27, 2027
- Apr 18, 2027 — Apr 24, 2027
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The Land of the Northern Lights
Reykjavik, Reykjanes Peninsula, South Coast, Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon
Group Size - max. 40 people
- Sep 22, 2026 — Sep 26, 2026
- Sep 24, 2026 — Sep 28, 2026
- Sep 29, 2026 — Oct 3, 2026
- Oct 1, 2026 — Oct 5, 2026
- Oct 6, 2026 — Oct 10, 2026
- Oct 8, 2026 — Oct 12, 2026
- Oct 13, 2026 — Oct 17, 2026
- Oct 15, 2026 — Oct 19, 2026
- Oct 20, 2026 — Oct 24, 2026
- Oct 22, 2026 — Oct 26, 2026
- Oct 27, 2026 — Oct 31, 2026
- Oct 29, 2026 — Nov 2, 2026
- Nov 3, 2026 — Nov 7, 2026
- Nov 5, 2026 — Nov 9, 2026
- Nov 10, 2026 — Nov 14, 2026
- Nov 12, 2026 — Nov 16, 2026
- Nov 17, 2026 — Nov 21, 2026
- Nov 19, 2026 — Nov 23, 2026
- Nov 24, 2026 — Nov 28, 2026
- Nov 26, 2026 — Nov 30, 2026
- Dec 1, 2026 — Dec 5, 2026
- Dec 3, 2026 — Dec 7, 2026
- Dec 8, 2026 — Dec 12, 2026
- Dec 10, 2026 — Dec 14, 2026
- Dec 15, 2026 — Dec 19, 2026
- Dec 17, 2026 — Dec 21, 2026
- Jan 5, 2027 — Jan 9, 2027
- Jan 7, 2027 — Jan 11, 2027
- Jan 12, 2027 — Jan 16, 2027
- Jan 14, 2027 — Jan 18, 2027
- Jan 19, 2027 — Jan 23, 2027
- Jan 21, 2027 — Jan 25, 2027
- Jan 26, 2027 — Jan 30, 2027
- Feb 2, 2027 — Feb 6, 2027
- Feb 4, 2027 — Feb 8, 2027
- Feb 9, 2027 — Feb 13, 2027
- Feb 11, 2027 — Feb 15, 2027
- Feb 16, 2027 — Feb 20, 2027
- Feb 18, 2027 — Feb 22, 2027
- Feb 23, 2027 — Feb 27, 2027
- Feb 25, 2027 — Mar 1, 2027
- Mar 2, 2027 — Mar 6, 2027
- Mar 4, 2027 — Mar 8, 2027
- Mar 9, 2027 — Mar 13, 2027
- Mar 11, 2027 — Mar 15, 2027
- Mar 16, 2027 — Mar 20, 2027
- Mar 18, 2027 — Mar 22, 2027
- Mar 23, 2027 — Mar 27, 2027
- Mar 25, 2027 — Mar 29, 2027
- Mar 30, 2027 — Apr 3, 2027
- Apr 1, 2027 — Apr 5, 2027
- Apr 6, 2027 — Apr 10, 2027
- Apr 8, 2027 — Apr 12, 2027
- Apr 13, 2027 — Apr 17, 2027
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Hidden Powers & Northern Lights of Iceland
Reykjavik - Thingvellir – Geysir – Gullfoss - South Shore - Vatnajokull National Park - Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon - Hveragerdi - Blue Lagoon - Reykjavik
Max. group size - 29 people
- Oct 1, 2026 — Oct 6, 2026
- Oct 13, 2026 — Oct 18, 2026
- Oct 15, 2026 — Oct 20, 2026
- Oct 22, 2026 — Oct 27, 2026
- Oct 29, 2026 — Nov 3, 2026
- Nov 5, 2026 — Nov 10, 2026
- Nov 12, 2026 — Nov 17, 2026
- Nov 26, 2026 — Dec 1, 2026
- Dec 3, 2026 — Dec 8, 2026
- Feb 4, 2027 — Feb 9, 2026
- Feb 11, 2027 — Feb 16, 2026
- Feb 16, 2027 — Feb 21, 2026
- Mar 4, 2027 — Mar 9, 2026
- Mar 9, 2027 — Mar 14, 2026
- Mar 11, 2027 — Mar 16, 2026
- Mar 16, 2027 — Mar 21, 2026
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Iceland Complete Winter
Reykjavik, Golden Circle, South Shore, Skaftafell, Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon, Diamond Beach, East Fjords, Lake Myvatn, Akureyri, Troll's Peninsula, Skagafjordur, Borgarnes, Borgarfjordur
Group Size - max. 24 people
- Oct 7, 2026 — Oct 15, 2026
- Oct 21, 2026 — Oct 29, 2026
- Nov 4, 2026 — Nov 12, 2026
- Mar 10, 2027 — Mar 18, 2026
- Mar 31, 2027 — Apr 8, 2026
- Apr 7, 2027 — Apr 15, 2026
Holiday Northern Lights - Christmas and New Years
Visiting Iceland in winter can be an amazing experience with fewer people, beautiful winter landscapes, and chances to see the Northern Lights! There are also many fun winter activities like skiing, dog sledding, snowmobiling, ice fishing, and joining New Years and Christmas celebrations. Fall and winter months with darker and longer nights tend to bring the highest odds for viewing the Northern Lights.
Guided Circle of Northern Lights
Classic Ring Road Around Iceland
Group Size - max. 30 people
- Sep 25, 2026 — Oct 2, 2026
- Oct 9, 2026 — Oct 16, 2026
- Oct 23, 2026 — Oct 30, 2026
- Nov 6, 2026 — Nov 13, 2026
- Nov 20, 2026 — Nov 27, 2026
- Dec 4, 2026 — Dec 11, 2026
- Jan 1, 2027 — Jan 8, 2027
- Jan 15, 2027 — Jan 22, 2027
- Jan 29, 2027 — Feb 5, 2027
- Feb 12, 2027 — Feb 19, 2027
- Feb 26, 2027 — Mar 5, 2027
- Mar 12, 2027 — Mar 19, 2027
- Mar 26, 2027 — Apr 2, 2027
- Apr 9, 2027 — Apr 16, 2027
Northern Lights Exploration - Small Group
Reykjavik, Borgarfjordur, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Golden Circle, South Coast, Vatnajokull National Park, Glacial Lagoon, Diamon Beach, Blue Lagoon
Group Size - max. 16 people
- Oct 6, 2026 — Oct 13, 2026
- Oct 13, 2026 — Oct 20, 2026
- Oct 20, 2026 — Oct 27, 2026
- Oct 27, 2026 — Nov 3, 2026
- Nov 10, 2026 — Nov 17, 2026
- Nov 24, 2026 — Dec 1, 2026
- Dec 1, 2026 — Dec 8, 2026
- Dec 15, 2026 — Dec 22, 2026
- Jan 5, 2027 — Jan 12, 2026
- Jan 12, 2027 — Jan 19, 2026
- Jan 19, 2027 — Jan 26, 2026
- Jan 26, 2027 — Feb 2, 2026
- Feb 2, 2027 — Feb 9, 2026
- Feb 9, 2027 — Feb 16, 2026
- Feb 16, 2027 — Feb 23, 2026
- Feb 23, 2027 — Mar 2, 2026
- Mar 2, 2027 — Mar 9, 2026
- Mar 9, 2027 — Mar 16, 2026
- Mar 16, 2027 — Mar 23, 2026
- Mar 23, 2027 — Mar 30, 2026
- Mar 30, 2027 — Apr 6, 2027
- Apr 6, 2027 — Apr 13, 2027
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Iceland Complete Winter
Reykjavik, Golden Circle, South Shore, Skaftafell, Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon, Diamond Beach, East Fjords, Lake Myvatn, Akureyri, Troll's Peninsula, Skagafjordur, Borgarnes, Borgarfjordur
Group Size - max. 24 people
- Oct 7, 2026 — Oct 15, 2026
- Oct 21, 2026 — Oct 29, 2026
- Nov 4, 2026 — Nov 12, 2026
- Mar 10, 2027 — Mar 18, 2026
- Mar 31, 2027 — Apr 8, 2026
- Apr 7, 2027 — Apr 15, 2026
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Around Iceland Express
This six-day tour of Iceland is an excellent choice for travelers who want to make the most of their vacation.
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Hidden Powers And Northern Lights Small Group
Reykjavik, Golden Circle, South Coast, Vatnajökull National Park, Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon, Hveragerði, Blue Lagoon
Max. group size - 29 people
- Dec 22, 2026 — Dec 27, 2026
Private Iceland Tours
Enjoy Iceland your way with a private local tour guide. Our hand-picked local guides and drivers will get you to each place on your personal itinerary. They'll make sure you get an authentic experience and insights to help you interstand the culture, traditions and beauty of Iceland.
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Around Iceland
Ring Road Highlights is one of our bestseller car rental packages, allowing you to visit all of Iceland's main attractions in 10 days/9 nights.
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Faroe Islands Summer Break
The Faroe Islands offer a breathtaking summer escape, where dramatic cliffs meet the endless North Atlantic and lush green landscapes stretch as far as the eye can see.
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Best of South Iceland Tour
WESTMAN ISLANDS-SOUTH COAST-LANDMANNALAUGAR
Explore the natural gems of South Island, visit "Pompei of the North" volcanic site on the Heimaey island, explore bird cliffs, waterfalls and geysers of the Golden Ring, enjoy a relaxing bath in the natural geothermal stream, and visit a local microbrewery
Group size-max. 25 people
Self-Drive Holidays in Iceland: Ring Road & Northern Lights Road Trips
Discover the land of volcanoes, glacier lagoons, and black sand beaches for yourself. Enjoy exploring at your own pace on these Iceland self-drive tours, which include accommodation, car rental, hand-marked maps and 24/7 trip assistance.
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Iceland Complete Self-Drive
- Jan 1, 2027 — Dec 31, 2027
New Year's Eve in Iceland
Christmas & Northern Lights Adventure
Reykjavik, Reykjanes, Blue Lagoon, South Iceland, Golden Circle
Max. group size - 40 people
- Dec 23, 2026 — Dec 27, 2026
- Dec 23, 2027 — Dec 27, 2027
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New Years & Northern Lights in Iceland
Reykjavik, Reykjanes, Blue Lagoon, South Iceland, Golden Circle
Group Size - max. 40 people
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New Year's Festival in Reykjavik 2026
Reykjavik, Reykjanes Peninsula, Blue Lagoon
Group size-max. 40 people
- Dec 29, 2026 — Jan 2, 2027
- Dec 29, 2027 — Jan 2, 2028
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Hidden Powers And Northern Lights Small Group
Reykjavik, Golden Circle, South Coast, Vatnajökull National Park, Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon, Hveragerði, Blue Lagoon
Max. group size - 29 people
- Dec 22, 2026 — Dec 27, 2026
Iceland Independent Tours
Iceland's Natural Highlights and South Coast
What are the top attractions on Iceland’s South Coast? What activities can you do in this stunning region? How far is it from Reykjavik? Can you explore it year-round? Discover everything you need to know in this Ultimate Guide to Iceland’s South Coast.
South Coast Adventure - Jökulsárlón & Ice-Caving
This tour takes you through Iceland’s natural wonders like the Golden Circle, Glacier Lagoon, and black sand beaches. Enjoy breathtaking sights by day and hunt for the Northern Lights at night.
Hiking In Iceland: Landmannalaugar-Thorsmork
The Landmannalaugar 4 day hiking tour is great for intermediate and advanced hikers.
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Best of South Iceland Tour
WESTMAN ISLANDS-SOUTH COAST-LANDMANNALAUGAR
Explore the natural gems of South Island, visit "Pompei of the North" volcanic site on the Heimaey island, explore bird cliffs, waterfalls and geysers of the Golden Ring, enjoy a relaxing bath in the natural geothermal stream, and visit a local microbrewery
Group size-max. 25 people
Reykjavik Spa Escape – Independent Tours
Reykjavík is not just known for its stunning landscapes and rich culture but also for its rejuvenating spas and welcoming wellness centres.
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Golden Circle And Black Sands
Travel through South Iceland on this compact yet complete driving vacation.
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Iceland Ring Road and Greenland
Iceland Ring Road, Nuuk, Disko Bay, Ilulissat
- Jun 4, 2027 — Jun 17, 2027
- Jun 18, 2027 — Jul 1, 2027
- Jul 2, 2027 — Jul 15, 2027
- Jul 16, 2027 — Jul 29, 2027
- Jul 30, 2027 — Aug 12, 2027
- Aug 13, 2027 — Aug 26, 2027
- Aug 27, 2027 — Sep 9, 2027
Choosing the right Iceland travel packages is the first step toward a journey you will be talking about for years. At Nordic Saga, we have been building Iceland tours for American travelers since 1992 - and in that time we have learned that no two trips to Iceland should look the same. Whether you want a knowledgeable guide by your side from the first morning, the freedom of driving yourself along Route 1 with a pre-booked itinerary waiting at every stop, or a completely private vehicle with a local expert adapting each day to your interests, we have the right format and the right route for you. All of our Iceland vacation packages are designed around one goal: making sure you spend your time in Iceland actually experiencing the country, not managing logistics.
Types of Iceland Tours We Offer
Not all Iceland trips are built the same way, and the format you choose will shape your entire experience on the island. Nordic Saga offers four distinct travel styles - each with its own rhythm, level of flexibility, and type of engagement with the country. Understanding the differences before you book will help you choose the Iceland vacation that genuinely fits your travel personality.
Escorted Group Iceland Tours
Our escorted Iceland tours are the most structured and most popular option for first-time visitors from the USA. You travel with a small group - most of our Iceland escorted departures have a maximum of 20 to 30 people, with smaller itineraries capped at 16 - led by an experienced local guide who handles every detail from airport arrival to daily sightseeing. All group departures are guaranteed, meaning they will run regardless of group size, and every itinerary is built around a logical, unhurried route that covers Iceland's defining landscapes without feeling rushed. This format is ideal if you want expert interpretation at every stop, the social energy of a like-minded group, and zero planning stress from day one.
Self-Drive Iceland Tours
Our self-drive Iceland tours give you a rental car, pre-booked accommodations at every stop, hand-marked maps, a detailed English-language itinerary, and 24-hour emergency assistance while you are on the road in Iceland. You set your own pace, stop wherever the landscape demands it, and follow Iceland's well-numbered road system at your leisure. The Ring Road - Route 1 - is paved, clearly signed, and open year-round, making it genuinely accessible for drivers with no prior experience in Iceland. Self-drive packages start from around $1,255 per person and range from 5-day Golden Circle focused trips to 19-day full island circuits. The minimum driving age for rental vehicles in Iceland is 20 (23 for 4WD), and both US and European driving licenses are fully valid.
Private Guided Iceland Tours
For travelers who want the expertise of a local guide without the group schedule, our private Iceland tours offer the most personalized experience we provide. You travel in a dedicated 4WD vehicle - Land Cruiser or Super Jeep depending on your itinerary - with a professional local driver-guide whose sole focus is you and your travel companions. Every itinerary can be booked as listed or fully customized around your interests, pace, and dates. Private tours accommodate individuals, couples, families, and small groups of up to 8 passengers in a single vehicle. If you want to reach remote corners of the Westfjords, spend extra time at a glacier lagoon, or adjust your route on the fly when the weather delivers something spectacular, this is the format that makes it possible.
Independent Iceland Packages
If you prefer to travel completely on your own terms - with no guide, no group, and no fixed daily schedule - our independent Iceland packages handle the booking infrastructure while you handle the adventure. We arrange flights, hotel reservations, car rental, and any pre-booked activities you want included, then hand you a complete travel pack and let you go. This option works best for experienced travelers who know what they want and simply need a trusted operator to ensure the logistics are solid before they arrive.
Most Popular Iceland Vacation Packages and Routes
Every Iceland tour in our catalog is built around a specific region, duration, or travel goal. Below are the routes and formats that our US clients return to most often - each one representing a different way of seeing this extraordinary island.
Ring Road Tours - The Complete Iceland Experience
The Ring Road, Iceland's famous Route 1, circles the entire island and is widely considered the best single route for experiencing the country's full geographic diversity in one trip. Our Ring Road Iceland vacation packages range from 8 to 19 days and cover every major region: the Golden Circle and South Coast in the southwest, the dramatic East Fjords, the volcanic Lake Mývatn area and whale-watching harbor at Húsavík in the north, the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in the west, and the glacier lagoon at Jökulsárlón in the southeast. Both escorted group and self-drive versions of this route are available, starting from $2,155 per person for self-drive and from $4,375 per person for guided group departures.
Golden Circle and South Coast Tours
For travelers with 5 to 8 days, the Golden Circle and South Coast combination delivers the highest concentration of Iceland's iconic sights in the shortest amount of driving time. The Golden Circle covers Þingvellir National Park - where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet at the surface - the Geysir geothermal area with its reliably erupting Strokkur geyser, and Gullfoss waterfall, one of the most powerful in Europe. Continuing along the South Coast takes you past Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, the black sand beaches of Reynisfjara near Vík, and the floating icebergs of Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. This is the route most first-time visitors to Iceland take, and with good reason: it is spectacular at every mile.
Northern Lights Tours - Winter Iceland Packages
Iceland is one of the world's premier destinations for aurora viewing, and our winter Iceland tours are specifically designed to maximize your chances of seeing the Northern Lights. Our 8-day Northern Lights Exploration small group tour - available from late autumn through early spring - includes three dedicated aurora hunts, a visit to the Blue Lagoon, the Golden Circle, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, and the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, with an optional ice cave tour inside Vatnajökull available from mid-November to mid-March. Private winter tours offer the additional advantage of chasing clear skies in real time: when the aurora forecast improves for a specific region, your guide can redirect the itinerary immediately rather than waiting for the next group departure.
Snæfellsnes Peninsula - Iceland in Miniature
Often called "Iceland in miniature," the Snæfellsnes Peninsula packs an astonishing variety of landscapes into a single peninsula west of Reykjavik: the glacier-capped Snæfellsjökull volcano immortalized by Jules Verne, ancient lava fields, dramatic sea cliffs, charming fishing villages, and black sand beaches far from the main tourist routes. Several of our Iceland vacation packages include Snæfellsnes as a dedicated day or overnight segment, and it is a standard highlight of our Grand Tour of Iceland - a 12-day escorted itinerary that also covers the Westfjords, Lake Mývatn, the East Fjords, and the entire South Coast.
Iceland and Greenland Combination Tours
For travelers who want to extend their Iceland trip into something genuinely rare, our Iceland Ring Road and Greenland combination tour is one of the most ambitious itineraries in our catalog. The 14-day journey begins with a full circuit of Iceland before flying to Nuuk and Ilulissat in West Greenland, where icebergs the size of city blocks calve from Sermeq Kujalleq glacier into Disko Bay - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Group size in Greenland is capped at 8 passengers, making this one of the most exclusive escorted tours we offer. Departures run from June through September, from $9,795 per person.
Key Destinations on Every Iceland Tour
Regardless of which Iceland tours format you choose, certain places appear on nearly every itinerary - because they represent Iceland at its most dramatic and most distinctive. Understanding what each landmark offers helps you match your expectations to your route before you book.
The Golden Circle
The Golden Circle is Iceland's most visited day-trip route and the logical starting point for any Iceland vacation. Þingvellir National Park is both a geological wonder - the visible rift between tectonic plates - and a historical site of enormous significance, as the location of Iceland's original parliament, the Alþing, founded in 930 AD. The Geysir area gives you a front-row seat to Strokkur erupting every 5 to 10 minutes, shooting a column of boiling water 20 to 30 meters into the air. Gullfoss, the "Golden Falls," drops into a canyon carved by the Hvítá river in a two-stage cascade that is genuinely awe-inspiring in any season.
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
No Iceland tour is complete without a stop at Jökulsárlón, where icebergs calved from Breiðamerkurjökull glacier drift slowly through a glacial lagoon before floating out to sea. The adjacent Diamond Beach, where ice fragments wash ashore on black volcanic sand, has become one of the most photographed landscapes in the country. Boat tours on the lagoon run in summer, bringing you within meters of icebergs that have been forming for centuries. In winter, the lagoon takes on a completely different, more austere atmosphere that many travelers prefer.
The Blue Lagoon
The Blue Lagoon geothermal spa on the Reykjanes Peninsula, 40 minutes from Reykjavik, is one of Iceland's most iconic experiences and a staple of our Iceland vacation packages. The mineral-rich, milky-blue water sits at a constant 37–39°C and is fed by geothermal seawater from 2,000 meters below ground. It appears on most of our escorted tours as either a first-day arrival experience or a final farewell before the flight home - a genuinely effective way to decompress before or after a full Iceland itinerary.
Vatnajökull - Europe's Largest Glacier
Vatnajökull covers approximately 8% of Iceland's total land area and is the largest glacier in Europe by volume. The national park surrounding it encompasses multiple outlet glaciers, volcanic craters, glacial rivers, and a vast ice plateau. In winter, crystal ice caves form inside the glacier's outlet arms - most famously near Jökulsárlón - and guided ice cave tours operate from mid-November to mid-March. Several of our guided Iceland tours include glacier hikes on Vatnajökull's accessible edges, offering a perspective on the country's geological scale that no photograph fully prepares you for.
Húsavík and the North - Whale Watching Capital of Iceland
The charming fishing town of Húsavík on Iceland's north coast has become the country's undisputed whale watching capital, with humpback whale sightings reported on the vast majority of summer excursions. Our Ring Road itineraries that cover the north also include the otherworldly landscape of Lake Mývatn - a shallow volcanic lake surrounded by pseudocraters, lava formations, and active geothermal pools - and Goðafoss, the "Waterfall of the Gods," named for the event in 1000 AD when Iceland officially adopted Christianity and the chieftain threw his Norse idols into the falls.
Iceland Tours from the USA - What to Expect When You Book with Nordic Saga
Nordic Saga is headquartered in Bothell, Washington, which means when you book Iceland tours from the USA through us, you are working with a US-based team that operates in your time zone, quotes prices in dollars, and understands the practical questions American travelers ask before a first trip to Iceland. Our travel consultants - including specialists with 40+ years of personal experience in Iceland and Scandinavia - handle everything from departure-city flight options to specific hotel requests to dietary requirements for group tours. There are no hidden conversion fees, no language barriers, and no being passed off to an overseas call center.
What's Typically Included in Our Iceland Packages
The specifics vary by itinerary type, but most of our Iceland vacation packages include accommodation throughout the tour, all ground transportation in Iceland, the services of a local professional guide (on escorted and private tours), all listed excursions and entrance fees, and several meals. Self-drive packages include car rental with unlimited mileage, pre-booked hotels at every stop, a hand-marked detailed map, and 24-hour Iceland emergency assistance. International flights from the USA are quoted separately unless specifically noted in the tour description. Every individual tour page on our site carries a complete inclusions and exclusions list so you know exactly what is covered before you book.
How Far in Advance Should You Book
For summer departures - June through August - we recommend booking your Iceland tour at least 4 to 6 months in advance. Peak-season escorted tours with small group caps fill quickly, and popular self-drive packages sell out because accommodation inventory along the Ring Road is finite. Northern Lights and winter tours are increasingly popular and typically sell out 3 to 4 months ahead of departure. Booking early also gives you the best selection of departure dates and access to any available early-booking discounts. If you have a specific date window or a trip milestone in mind - anniversary, retirement, milestone birthday - contact us as early as possible and we will build the itinerary around your timeline.
Why Travelers from the USA Choose Nordic Saga for Iceland
There are many operators running Iceland vacation packages, and the honest question is: why choose one over another? The answer, in our case, comes down to depth of focus and length of relationship. We have been building tours exclusively to Iceland and the Nordic region since 1992 - not as a line item in a global catalog, but as our core expertise. Our guides are vetted local professionals. Our hotels are selected for location, quality, and character. Our itineraries are reviewed and updated every season based on traveler feedback, new route possibilities, and changes in conditions on the ground. And our US-based team brings personal, first-hand knowledge of every destination we sell - our consultant Susie, for example, has been building Iceland itineraries for over 40 years and returns to the island regularly to stay current. When you call us, you speak with someone who has actually stood at Gullfoss in January and driven the Westfjords in June. That is the difference.
FAQ
What is the best time to go to Iceland?
Iceland rewards visitors in every season. The best weather for Iceland tours is from May to August, when mild temperatures and long daylight hours make it easy to visit natural wonders, hike highland trails, and explore at a relaxed pace. June and July are peak season - expect more fellow travelers but maximum daylight. April, September, and October offer a sweet spot: decent weather, smaller crowds, and the first or last chances to see the Northern Lights. Winter months from November through March bring shorter days but spectacular aurora activity, ice cave access, and a quieter, more magical atmosphere. Nordic Saga runs guided Iceland tours all year, so whenever you travel, we have the right itinerary for you.
Do I need a visa to travel to Iceland from the USA?
No visa is required for US citizens traveling to Iceland for tourism stays of up to 90 days. Iceland is part of the Schengen Area but is not an EU member state. Citizens of the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and most EU countries can enter without a visa. We recommend checking your passport expiration date - it should be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned departure from Iceland.
What is included in Nordic Saga's Iceland vacation packages?
Our Iceland vacation packages vary by itinerary, but most escorted and small group tours include accommodation, transportation throughout the tour, the services of a professional local guide, guided excursions, and several meals. Our self-drive Iceland travel packages include car rental, pre-booked hotels along your route, and detailed road maps. A full inclusions list is shown on each individual tour page.
What is the difference between guided and self-drive Iceland tours?
Guided Iceland tours - both escorted group and private - include a professional local guide who manages transportation, provides cultural and geological context at every stop, and handles all logistics. They are ideal if you want a structured, worry-free experience with expert insights. Self-drive Iceland tours give you a rental car, pre-booked accommodations, and a detailed itinerary - but you drive yourself and explore at your own pace. Both options are excellent; the right choice depends on whether you prefer flexibility or the richer storytelling that comes with a knowledgeable guide on board.
How far in advance should I book an Iceland tour from the USA?
We recommend booking your Iceland tours from the USA at least 4 to 6 months in advance for summer departures, as June through August dates fill quickly. Winter departures for Northern Lights tours are also popular and often book out 3 to 4 months ahead. Early booking also gives you the best selection of departure dates. Contact our US-based team and we will find the best available Iceland vacation package for your travel dates.
Which part of Iceland offers more to see - north or south?
Both regions are spectacular and genuinely different in character. The South Coast - running from Reykjavik past Seljalandsfoss waterfall, Skógafoss, the black beaches of Vík, and the Glacier Lagoon - is the most accessible and packs the highest concentration of iconic sights into a short driving distance. The North offers a wilder, less-visited landscape: volcanic Lake Mývatn, the Goðafoss waterfall, whale watching in Húsavík, and the Troll Peninsula. Our best Iceland tours, including the Ring Road itineraries, cover both regions so you never have to choose.
Are tips included in Iceland tour prices?
Tips are not included in the listed tour price and are not required, but they are genuinely appreciated when your guide or driver has gone above and beyond. A typical gratuity for a full-day guided tour is $10–$15 per person per day, though the amount is entirely at your discretion.
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