Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in REYKJAVÍK.

Today arrive in Iceland's capital city of Reykjavík. Take the afternoon and explore the city on your own or take an optional day tour of the city or its surroundings. Please contact us for suggested excursions.

Day 2: REYKJAVÍK-ÞINGVELLIR AREA

Shortly after leaving the capital city of Reykjavik we walk in the wild mountains overlooking Lake Þingvallavatn, while visiting the historical sights of the first Icelandic Parliament before reaching our accommodation in Þingvellir area for the evening.

Day 3: GULLFOSS-GEYSIR-SKAGAFJÖRÐUR

We head into the highlands today, visiting the famous Geysir and the Queen of Iceland's waterfalls, Gullfoss. The Kjölur route takes us to the north, traveling between the glaciers of Langjökull and Hofsjökull. In the late afternoon we arrive in Skagafjörður where we stay for the next two nights.

Day 4:WALKING IN SKAGAFJÖRÐUR VALLEY

Start the day with an introduction to the Icelandic horse and an optional riding tour should you choose to do so. Today's walk is to the summit of Mælifell Mountain (1147 meters) overlooking the beautiful Skagafjörður countryside and the central highlands. Optional river rafting in the evening is great fun.

Day 5: SKAGAFJÖRÐUR-EYJAFJÖRÐUR

Begin the morning with a little folk history while visiting the turf farm houses preserved at Glaumbær. We drive to Öxnadalur, where you will get to know one of the most beautiful valleys of North Iceland by walking up to Hraunsvatn. Next we'll visit Akureyri, the capital of the north, before going to our overnight stop in the Eyjafjörður area.

Day 6: EYJAFJÖRÐUR-MÝVATN AREA

We head further north today to the picturesque fishing village of Húsavík. There enjoy a 3 to 4 hour whale watching cruise, weather permitting. In the afternoon we examine signs of recent volcanic activity at Krafla and the geothermal area of Námaskarð. We'll stay in Mývatn area for the next three nights.

Day 7: HLJÓÐAKLETTAR-DETTIFOSS-ÁSBYRGI

Today we visit Hljóðaklettar with its strange formations and the magnificent and puzzling canyon Ábyrgi, said to be a hoof print of the eight legged horse of the ancient God Óðinn. We walk along the west bank of the mighty Jökulsá River, and not far upstream we discover Europe's mightiest waterfall, Dettifoss.

Day 8: LAKE MÝVATN AREA

This unique area features strange lava formations, attractive bays, pseudo craters and thousands of birds. We'll stroll through the fantastic lava field Dimmuborgir, culminating with a walk up to the rim of the ash crater Hverfjall.

Day 9: LAKE MÝVATN AREA-HELLA

Today we continue south across the highland desert of Sprengisandur, with its views of the glaciers Vatnajökull and Hofsjökull, to Nýidalur. From there we travel south through Sprengisandur to our accommodation in the south where we stay for the next two nights.

Day 10: LANDMANNALAUGAR

The entire day is spent walking in and around spectacular Landmannalaugar. This is the premier hiking area of Iceland. Be sure to bring your swimming suit to fully enjoy the experience by soaking in one of the natural baths.

Day 11: ÞÓRSMÖRK

The route continues to the broad valley of Þórsmörk, with its wild and romantic rolling hills, narrow canyons, wooded valleys and colorful flowers. It is surrounded by three majestic ice caps, which feed the powerful glacial rivers that wind through the moraines. We return back to Reykjavík in the afternoon.

Day 12: Reykjavík

Departure from Today your flight leaves in the afternoon so take advantage of your last day in Iceland by treating yourself to a soak in the mineral rich waters of the Blue Lagoon. This is a perfect way to end your adventure and begin your trip home. A return transfer is included; however pickup times must be scheduled with the front desk.