Scenic Trails of Iceland

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Get off the beaten track while you visit Iceland and explore lesser-known highlights! Explore Iceland’s legendary landmarks and significant sights on a tour featuring locations such as Ásbyrgi (Bastion of the Gods) and Þórsmörk Nature Reserve. While traversing the entire country, you'll visit unexpected places and go on simple hikes, allowing you to further e...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Explore Iceland’s legendary landmarks
    • Enjoy hikes to enjoy Iceland´s diverse landscapes
    • Visit Amazing Þórsmörk Nature Reserve
    • Explore the lush vegetation and forested area of Jökulsárgljúfur

What's this trip about?

    Get off the beaten track while you visit Iceland and explore lesser-known highlights! Explore Iceland’s legendary landmarks and significant sights on a tour featuring locations such as Ásbyrgi (Bastion of the Gods) and Þórsmörk Nature Reserve. While traversing the entire country, you'll visit unexpected places and go on simple hikes, allowing you to further enjoy Iceland’s diverse landscapes.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityReykjavík
End CityReykjavík

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly
  • Hiking & Walking
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Iceland

Attractions

  • Blue Lagoon
  • Gullfoss
  • Lake Myvatn
  • Reykjavík

Activities

  • Dolphin Swim
  • Hiking
  • Nature
  • Whale watching

Trip includes

    • 8 day guided tour as per itinerary from/to Reykjavík
    • Accommodation 2 nights w/breakfast and w/facilities in Reykjavík
    • Accommodation 7 nights w/breakfast and w/facilities in countryside
    • 4 dinners in the countryside (day 2,5,6 and 7)
    • Meat-soup in Siglufjordur (day 4)
    • 4 lunch boxes (day 6, 7, 8 and 9)
    • Whale-watching tour (day 4)
    • Entrance to the Herring Era museum (day 3)

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrival

Accommodation: Reykjavík

Start your Iceland experience with an overnight stay in Reykjavík. (Airport transfer not included)

Day 2: Reykjavík – Hvalfjörður - Borgarfjörður

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Borgarfjordur area

Tallest Waterfall – Elfin Folklore – Ancient Crater

We begin the day with a short orientation tour of Reykjavik. We drive along the scenic coastline of Hvalfjordur Fjord, one of the longest and deepe...

Day 3: Reykir - Hofsós – Siglufjörður

Accommodation: Siglufjörður

Viking Folklore – Natural Geothermal Pool - Seaside Swimming Pool

Continuing our journey we cross Holtavörðuheiði plateau, the gateway between North and South, and eventually reach the Reykir geothermal area. Here we find Gret...

Day 4: Siglufjörður- Whale Watching

Accommodation: Siglufjörður

Arctic Whale Watching – Award Winning Herring Era Museum – Remote Mountain Hiking

Today we'll enjoy a brisk sail on the Arctic Ocean aboard a whale-watching vessel from Dalvík village. In these pristine, icy waters we have an ...

Day 5: Goðafoss – Hverfjall – Lake Mývatn

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Mývatn area

Waterfall of the Gods - Geothermal & Volcanic Activity – Outdoor Nature Spa

The day begins with epic views of picturesque Goðafoss, ‘Waterfall of the Gods’. Our journey continues with an exploration of ...

Day 6: Ásbyrgi - Jökulsárgljúfur - Dettifoss

Forested Area – Europe’s Largest National Park – Europe’s Mightiest Waterfall

We travel towards Tjörnes Peninsula where we discover the enormous horseshoe-shaped canyon of Ásbyrgi National Park that according to Norse mythology is the hoof-print left by Sleipni...

Day 7: Kjölur - Hveravellir – Gullfoss – Geysir

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Hella area

Highland plateau – Geothermal Scenery - Waterfall Queen & Geyser King

Today we'll traverse Kjölur mountain track straight through Iceland’s uninhabited interior highlands. This unique trek through vibran...

Day 8: Day In Landmannalaugar

Accommodation: Hella area

Untouched Interior – Hekla Volcano – Hot Springs

Iceland’s uninhabited interior sets a surreal stage for today's adventure. The untouched nature areas of Landmannalaugar and Fjallabak reveal geological elements in volcanic crate...

Day 9: Þórsmörk - Seljalandsfoss – Reykjavík

Accommodation: Reykjavik

Thor’s Playground – Glacial Views – Walk Behind a Waterfall

Þórsmörk, a.k.a. Thor’s Playground, should be on every nature lover’s bucket list as this hidden valley resembling paradise is nestled between two glaciers and shielded ...

Day 10: Departure

If your flight is in the afternoon we recommend taking the time to explore Reykjavík or to enjoy a relaxing dip in the popular Bláa Lónið (Reservation required) on your way to Keflavík airport. (Airport transfer not included)

Note: We reserve the right to alter routes without prior notice due to road conditions.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,760
Price per day$376
Single supplement (single occupancy)$4,190
Last Updated: 7/16/2018

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Carol

Jul 2019

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Overall very good experience

Overall very good experience. Reservations were made and places were as advertised. There was a daily itinerary with more than you could do every day, so it was up t...

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Janice

Jun 2018

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Incredible experience in Iceland

Just returned from an incredible experience in Iceland. Nordika travel and our agent Lauffey did such a great planning job for our self drive trip. Our accommodation...

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Gale

May 2018

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Fantastic Journey!!

FANTASTIC JOURNEY!! Went with a friend this past New Year's to spend New Year's in Reykjavic experiencing the most incredible fireworks and bondfires I have ever se...

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Nordika Travel is a US based tour operator specializing in travel and vacation arrangements to Iceland. They have a wide selection of vacation packages, made in partnership with local Icelandic hotels, car rental companies and tour operators.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Airport transfers
    • International Flights
    • Travel Insurance
    • Any service not specifically listed under "included"
Cancellation policy

If you need to cancel your trip, please let us know as soon as possible. We will have to charge you for any losses we incur because of your cancellation. However, we will do everything we can to minimise your loss. Please note the non-refundable air tickets and non refundable hotel cost will be charged at 100%. The other vacation package charges will be charged for as below.

Maximum cancellation fee:

  • Up to 8 weeks prior to departure: Deposit or 20% of the tour package cost if higher than deposit
  • 3-8 weeks prior to departure: 40% of the tour package cost, if higher than deposit, else deposit
  • 2-3 weeks prior to departure: 60% of the tour package cost
  • 0-2 weeks prior to departure – 100% of the tour package cost
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
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Meals Included

4 Dinners

Age Requirements
6 years and up
Optional Activities

Optional tours and activities:

  • Day 5 or 6:   Jeep tour in the Lake Myvatn area | 2 - 3.5 hrs
  • Day 5:  Entrance to Myvatn Nature Baths | 1-2 hrs
  • Day 7 or 8:  Horse riding tour in the evening | 2 hrs
  • Day 7 or 8:  Super jeep tour to Vík Village, drive in the black sand | 4 hrs
  • Day 1 or 10:  Non guided tour to the Blue Lagoon on arrival/departure | 2-4 hrs
Additional Information
Trip ID
nordik-SceIceNor

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