The Gracious South and West Iceland

Tour Itinerary

Upon arrival at Keflavík Airport, a taxi will be waiting for you. The drive from Keflavík Airport to Reykjavík offers a smooth transition from the airport’s modern surroundings to the heart of the city. As you travel, you’ll pass through Iceland’s scenic landscapes, including stretches of open terrain, rocky fields, and coastal views. The journey typically takes around 40 minutes, giving you a first glimpse of the country’s unique terrain before arriving in Reykjavík, where you can begin your exploration of Iceland’s vibrant culture, history, and architecture.

Hótel Borg or similar in Reykjavík
Private Transfer
50km / 31mi

Meet your guide at 09:00 am and set out to explore Reykjavík, the world’s northernmost capital. Learn about its history while visiting landmarks such as Hallgrímskirkja, the University campus, and the harbour, where fishing boats, mountain views, and the Harpa concert hall create a distinctive atmosphere.

We head to an Icelandic restaurant for a lunch stop, where we will experience Iceland through a seasonal menu, with the chef leading the way and the waiter serving as your guide.

After exploring the city and stopping for lunch, visit Bessastaðir, the official residence of Iceland’s president, to learn about the nation’s history and democratic traditions while taking in the surrounding landscape.

Breakfast / Lunch
Hótel Borg or similar in Reykjavík
80km/ 50mi

The day begins at Kerið, a volcanic crater with a deep lake at its centre, surrounded by red slopes.

We continue to Friðheimar, a greenhouse complex showcasing a tomato farm, a restaurant, a winery, and Icelandic horse stables. Learn about Iceland’s use of geothermal energy in agriculture and meet face-to-face with Iceland’s fluffiest and friendliest natives, the Icelandic horse.

We then continue to Gullfoss, the “Golden Falls,” one of Iceland’s most well-known waterfalls. Here, glacial water from the Hvítá River rushes over two tiers before plunging 32 meters into a rugged canyon. Next, we explore Geysir, one of Iceland’s most famous geothermal areas. The site is home to Strokkur, an active geyser that erupts every few minutes, shooting hot water 15–20 meters into the air. The surrounding landscape features steaming vents, bubbling pools, and mineral-rich deposits, offering a glimpse into the island’s volcanic forces.

Conclude the day with a Geothermal tasting experience, in which you’ll get to taste rye bread freshly baked in nearby hot springs.

Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Hótel Geysir or similar
50km / 93mi

Today’s journey will begin at Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We learn about its history as the site of Iceland’s first parliament. The park’s landscape is shaped by the movement of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, creating a unique geological setting. We continue to Hvammsvík Natural Hot Springs for a relaxing soak in the geothermal waters with views over the surrounding landscape and fjord.

For our last stop of the day, we head to Efstidalur, a family-owned farm where a presentation on Icelandic dairy farming and food tasting awaits you. Savour and sample delicious skyr, feta cheese, whey, and Ice cream while meeting the family that produces them.

Breakfast / Dinner
Hótel Geysir or similar
210km / 130mi

This morning venture to the South Shore of Iceland and its wonders. We begin at Skógar Folk Museum that features over 15.000 artifacts in an impressive collection encompassing fishing, farming, and cultural traditions. After exploring Iceland’s past, we head to Skógafoss. Standing at about 60 meters tall and 25 meters wide, it is known for its large volume of water and the mist it creates, which can form rainbows on sunny days. Visitors can get close to the base or hike up the stairs beside it for a view from the top. Next, prepare for the world’s only live lava show, where you’ll get close to molten lava and experience its intense heat at around 1100°C (2000°F). After this thrilling experience, visit Reynisfjara beach with its black sands and striking hexagonal basalt columns. The final stop for the day is Seljalandsfoss, a tall waterfall that offers visitors the unique opportunity to walk behind it along a slippery, wet path. This allows for a full-circle view of the waterfall as it plunges down into the landscape.

Breakfast
Hótel Geysir or similar
370km / 229mi

Begin the day with a food and history tour in the charming town of Selfoss, where we explore Iceland’s culinary heritage and past. Next, we travel to the Reykjanes Peninsula, known for its geological activity. The area is shaped by volcanic forces, with dramatic fissures, bubbling hot springs, and vast lava fields creating a unique landscape. Our first stop is at the Bridge Between Continents, which lies on one of the world’s largest plate boundaries, that between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. We continue to Iceland’s oldest lighthouse, Reykjanesviti. The lighthouse offers sweeping views of the rugged coastline and surrounding landscapes. It serves as a testament to Iceland’s maritime heritage. Afterwards, we stop at Gunnuhver a geothermal area bursting with boiling mud pools, fumaroles, and vibrant colours from surrounding rocks and minerals that give it an otherworldly atmosphere.

Our last stop of the day is at the famous Blue Lagoon. This geothermal spa is renowned for its strikingly vivid blue-turquoise and mineral-rich waters. Soak and relax surrounded by the surreal and lunar-like landscape of volcanic rocks and moss. After a week full of adventures, we head back to the hotel in Reykjavík for one last night.

Breakfast / Lunch
Hótel Borg or similar
290 km/ 180mi

A taxi will come and pick you up at your accommodation, taking you to Keflavík Airport. As you leave the city, you’ll pass through open landscapes, rocky fields, and coastal views, offering a final look at Iceland’s unique terrain. The route provides a brief but scenic journey as you head towards the airport, ready to catch your flight.