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Signature: Iceland's Reykjavik, Golden Circle, & Fjords Of The North
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Length
9 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Reykjavik (Iceland)
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Ends in
Reykjavik (Iceland)
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Available Tour Start Dates
MAY 15, 2027 to SEP 12, 2027
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Guaranteed Date(s)
Yes means that there is at least one tour date that the vendor guarantees will occur. No means that there is not at least one tour date that the vendor guarantees will occur, which usually means that the vendor wants a certain amount of reservations on each tour in order for each one to occur. Of course, the terms and conditions of the vendor do allow for the vendor to cancel guaranteed tour dates for certain reasons (for example, a natural disaster).Yes
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Special Interest(s)
National Geographic Signature
Exceptional exploration led by renowned experts, offering rare, private access to the world's most storied sites - all defined by an unparalleled level of service and comfort., Small GroupGroup trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.
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Pricing listed is per person, based on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price for at least one departure date of this tour. Price is for the tour only. Additional items, including but not limited to, airfare (unless noted otherwise), travel insurance, and more, are additional.
$10,999.00
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Overview
Traverse the land of fire and ice, from the thundering waterfalls of the south to the whale-rich waters of the north. Walk inside a glacier, soak in secluded geothermal pools, and meet researchers protecting the Arctic ecosystem. Guided by experts, explore a landscape defined by volcanic power and glacial beauty.
Visited During Tour
Akureyri (Iceland) | Hella (Iceland) | Husafell (Iceland) | Reykjavik (Iceland)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
Accommodations
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Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Signature: Iceland's Reykjavik, Golden Circle, & Fjords Of The North tour dates available from G Adventures. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Tour Itinerary
G Adventures Tour Code ELRRNS-11224
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1Reykjavik
Welcome to Iceland. Your expedition begins as you touch down in Keflavik airport. You will be met and transferred to your hotel-crossing the moss-covered lava fields to reach Reykjavik, the world's northernmost capital. In the evening, meet your fellow travellers and National Geographic Expedition Leader for an introduction and welcome reception. Enjoy a short presentation from the National Geographic Expedition Expert before heading to a local restaurant for dinner, sampling modern Icelandic cuisine and sharing toasts as you prepare for your exploration of this dynamic island.
- Meals Included:
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Arrival Transfer
You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.
Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group
Your opportunity to meet your Expedition Leader and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group. There will be an included group welcome dinner after the meeting.
Accommodations: Hotel Reykjavik Saga -
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2Reykjavik/Hella
Venture to the stunning southern coast of Iceland, a landscape shaped by the earth's powerful natural forces over millions of years. Begin at the Lava Centre for an exclusive tour with a leading volcanologist. Gain unique insight into the magmatic forces rumbling beneath your feet. Continue to Seljalandsfoss, walking behind the thundering curtain of water to feel the cool spray on your face. Then, strap on crampons for a guided hike on Solheimajokul glacier. Traverse the gleaming blue ice and deep crevasses, witnessing firsthand the immense power of the ice cap before settling into your hotel for the night.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Lava Centre Visit with a Vulcanologist
Visit this stunning interactive exhibition with a volcanologist to learn about all aspects of Iceland's unique geography, including volcanoes, earthquakes and geothermal activity.
Seljalandsfoss Waterfall Visit
Seljalandsfoss is a 60m (196 ft) tall waterfall located along the popular ring road. Behind the flow of water is a path, allowing visitors to peek behind the curtain of water cascading over the rocks above.
Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike
Equipped with crampons and an ice axe, hike through the dramatic glacier valley and along the black sand flood plains to the edge of the ice. Enjoy stunning, panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, glaciers and the Eyjafjallajokull volcano. The guide will explain the volcanic history of the area and the effects of global warming.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodations: Landhotel Hella -
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3Hella
Explore the famed Golden Circle, where the earth's power is once again on full display. Feel the ground shake at Gullfoss, the "Golden Falls," and watch the Strokkur geyser erupt skyward in a column of steaming water. Stop at the Frieheimar Greenhouse and learn how they harness geothermal energy to grow food year-round, then enjoy a lunch served on site. Conclude at THingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site that sits atop of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, separating the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, and stand where the continents are slowly drifting apart.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Gullfoss Waterfall Visit
Discover one of the most impressive waterfalls in Iceland, Gullfoss, and complete the circuit known as the Golden Circle. This massive waterfall cascades over three "steps" before spilling into a large crevice. Fed by a glacier lake, the water passing through the falls can be a dark grey depending on how much sediment gets pushed through the river.
Geysir Visit
See a variety of geothermal pools and the erupting hot spring Strokkur. Geysir is one of the oldest geysers recorded in the world, but is most often dormant. Strokkur erupts a spray of boiling hot water straight into the air about every ten minutes.
Friðheimar Greenhouse Tour and Lunch
Tour the Frieheimar greenhouses with a local expert to discover how geothermal energy is used to grow Mediterranean-style tomatoes year-round in the Icelandic climate. Following the tour, enjoy a unique lunch served among the vines.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Guided walk at Þingvellir National Park
Explore the historic THingvellir National Park on a guided walk through the dramatic rift valley where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are pulling apart. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the ancestral home of Iceland's parliament and offers a unique look at both the island's geological marvels and its cultural origins.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodations: Landhotel Hella -
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4Hella/Husafell
Continue west through the rugged landscapes of Borgarnes, where jagged peaks rise from the sea. In Husafell, board a massive 8-wheel glacier truck to ascend the slopes of Langjokull, then venture into the glacier itself, walking through illuminated, man-made tunnels carved deep into the blue heart of the ice cap. Feel the ancient chill of the ice as a glaciologist explains the science of ice cores and the impact of climate change on this fragile environment. In the evening, settle into your hotel, surrounded by the silence of the highlands.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Langjokull Glacier Expedition
Enter the raw beauty of Iceland's second largest glacier, Langjokull. Set off in modified glacier vehicles to the Klaki Basecamp and the glacier entrance where you'll go into man-made ice tunnels toward the heart of the glacier. Learn all about ice and geology along the way and gain a new perspective on these massive features that have shaped the planet.
Accommodations: Hotel Husafell Reykholt -
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5Husafell
Descend into the darkness of Viegelmir, the largest lava tube in Iceland. Set off with a local guide to explore the colorful rock formations and learn about Viking outlaws who once hid here. Then, marvel at the Hraunfossar waterfalls, where glacial water streams mysteriously from beneath a lava field. In the afternoon, enjoy an unforgettable private experience at the Husafell Canyon Baths. Relax in secluded, stone-lined pools fed by natural hot springs, gazing out at the remote canyon walls - a moment of pure geothermal bliss before a delicious dinner.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
The Vidgelmir Cave
Take a tour into the depths of the ear at the Viegelmir Cave. Don helmets and headlamps as you explore this subterranean wonderland that showcases the raw power of Iceland's geological forces. Stroll along the walkways and admire the features and colours of this underground natural wonder.
Hraunfossar & Barnafoss Visit
Stroll along easy walking paths to witness the striking turquoise glacial waters of Hraunfossar as they filter through an ancient lava field into the river below. Nearby, you can explore the powerful rapids of Barnafoss while learning about the local legends and geology through interpretive signage at scenic viewpoints.
Free Time
Spend the evening however you wish with free time or an optional short forest walk around the Husafell birchwood area.
Húsafell Canyon Baths
Descend on foot from the hotel in the remote Icelandic wilderness to natural geothermal pools nestled in highland canyon. Enjoy private access to these pools fed by pure underground volcanic hot springs.
Accommodations: Hotel Husafell Reykholt -
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6Husafell/Akureyri
Travel north across the highland moors to the Skagafjoreur region. Step back in time at the Glaumbaer Turf Museum, wandering through traditional 18th-century sod farmhouses that blend seamlessly into the landscape. Continue to Akureyri, the "Capital of the North" and stroll through the Akureyri Botanical Garden, admiring a surprising collection of Arctic and foreign flora thriving just miles from the Arctic Circle.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Glaumbær Turf Museum Visit
Discover the iconic grass-roofed farmhouses of Glaumbaer, a remarkably preserved example of how early Icelanders utilized the earth for insulation and shelter. Guided by a local expert, you'll explore the interconnected rooms and learn about the daily rhythms of rural life in these historic structures.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Guided Visit of Akureyri Botanical Gardens
Take a stroll around one of the northern most botanical gardens in the world, and see a variety of both Icelandic and foreign flora.
Accommodations: Berjaya Akureyri -
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7Akureyri
Drive along the coast to Husavik, the whale watching capital of Iceland. Visit the University of Iceland research center for an exclusive meeting with a marine biologist. Learn about their research into cetacean populations and sustainable fishing then take to the sea on a whale watching boat. Scan the dark, cold waters of Skjalfandi Bay for the blow of humpback, minke, and blue whales, hoping to catch a glimpse of these giants breaching against a backdrop of snow-capped mountains. Return to Akureyri for some free time to explore or relax before dinner in the evening.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Meet with a Marine Biologist at the University of Iceland’s Research Center
Visit the University of Iceland's Research Center and meet with one of their resident marine biologists to learn about ongoing studies into North Atlantic whale populations and the development of sustainable fishing practices.
Whale Watching
Head out to sea to spot whales off the coast. The town of Husavik is the whale watching capital of Europe and the best spot in Iceland to view Humpbacks, Minke, or Blue Whales. Over 20 species have been spotted in the area but the most frequent visitors are the Humpback and Blue Whales.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Free Time
Explore Akureyri with free time this evening. Check out the several cafes, harbor area, or art galleries
Accommodations: Berjaya Akureyri -
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8Akureyri/Reykjavik
Fly back to Reykjavik this morning, watching the volcanic landscape pass below you. Visit the Perlan Museum, a glass-domed landmark offering 360-degree views of the city. Explore interactive exhibits showcasing Iceland's geology, glaciers, and climate, including a real indoor ice cave. Spend the afternoon exploring the vibrant streets of Reykjavik on your own, perhaps take an optional visit to soak in the thermal springs of the Sky Lagoon before a farewell dinner in the evening.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Plane
Sit back and enjoy the views from above on a short flight between Akureyri and Reykjavik.
Perlan Museum Visit
Visit the Wonders of Iceland exhibit at the Perlan museum, where you can see and feel all of Iceland's natural wonders under one roof. Walk through a 100m long man-made ice cave to experience what glacial environments are like, and how global warming affects this part of the world. Top your visit off with an unparalleled 360? view of Reykjavik and surrounding areas from the observation deck.
Free Time
Spend a final afternoon in Reykjavik before your farewell dinner.
Accommodations: Hotel Reykjavik Saga -
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9Reykjavik
Your expedition to Iceland concludes today. After breakfast, enjoy a final breath of fresh Arctic air before your transfer to Keflavik International Airport, provided at any time during the day.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Departure Transfer
You will be met at your hotel and transferred to the airport at the end of your adventure.
Accommodations
Select a destination below to to view the hotel(s) included by G Adventures in their Signature: Iceland's Reykjavik, Golden Circle, & Fjords Of The North tour:
Akureyri
Berjaya Akureyri
Location
Þingvallastræti 23
Akureyri, Iceland-600
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Hella
Landhotel Hella
Location
Landvegur (Road no. 26)
Hella, Iceland-851
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Reykholt
Hotel Husafell Reykholt
Location
Stórarjóður
Reykholt, Iceland-320
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Reykjavik
Hotel Reykjavik Saga
Location
Lækjargata 12
Reykjavik, Iceland-101
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
More Details
G Adventures is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Signature: Iceland's Reykjavik, Golden Circle, & Fjords Of The North tour:
Group Size
Max 22.
What's Included
Signature Moment: Lava Centre Visit with a Vulcanologist, HvolsvollurSignature Moment: Meet with a Marine Biologist at the University of Iceland's Research Center, Husavik. Arrival and Departure Transfers. Seljalandsfoss Waterfall Visit. Solheimajokul Glacier Hike. Gullfoss Waterfall Visit. Geysir Geothermal Field Visit. Greenhouse tour at Frieheimar. Guided walk at THingvellir National Park. Into the Glacier Tour. Guided Tour Viegelmir Lava Cave. Hraunfossar & Barnafoss Waterfalls Visit. Husafell Canyon Baths. Visit Glaumbaer Turf Museum. Visit Akureyri Botanical Garden. Whale-watching expedition from Husavik Harbor. Free time in Akureyri. Perlan Museum Visit. Engaging Discussions with the National Geographic Expert Throughout. Porterage at hotels and when getting on and off of vehicles. Tips are included for all activities, meals and porterage, except for your Expedition Leader and Expert. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Highlights
Join a volcanologist for an exclusive tour of the Lava Centre's seismic exhibits, Travel by specialized vehicle to walk the illuminated ice tunnels deep inside Langjokull, Meet a researcher in Husavik to discuss whale conservation and sustainable fishing, Soak in secluded natural hot pools nestled in a remote volcanic canyon in Husafell, Enjoy the local flavours inside a geothermal greenhouse powered by renewable energy.
Message from G Adventures About Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. A minimum coverage of USD200,000 is required. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Some tours include adventure activities that require extra coverage (e.g. crampon use); please review your itinerary and make sure that you are covered for all included activities. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Accommodation Summary
Hotels (8 nts).
Meals Included
8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 8 dinners
Group Leader
National Geographic Expedition Leader and National Geographic Expedition Expert throughout.
What is the group leader like?
All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our National Geographic Expedition Leader throughout. The aim of the Expedition Leaders is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.
International Flights
No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your National Geographic Signature Specialist or booking agent for further details.In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport.
Transportation
Private vehicle, boat, airplane, walking.
Minimum Age
You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a National Geographic Signature tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
Checklist
Documents:o Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)o Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)o Passport (required) (With photocopies)o Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)o Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)Essentials:o Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)o Binoculars (optional)o Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)o Cash, credit and debit cardso Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)o Ear plugso First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)o Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)o Fleece top/sweatero Footwearo Hato Headphones (Noice-cancelling recommended)o Locks for bagso Long pants/jeanso Moneybelto Outlet adaptero Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)o Reusable water bottleo Shirts/t-shirtso Sleepwearo Small travel towelo Sunglasseso Swimwearo Watch and alarm clocko Waterproof backpack covero Windproof rain jacketHealth & Safety:o Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)o Hand sanitizero Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)Smart Dress:o Smart outfit (For evenings out)Warm Weather:o Sandals/flip-flopso Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)o Sturdy water shoes/sandalso Sun hat/bandanao Swimwear
Service Level
Luxury: Five-star hospitality and meticulously curated inclusions, featuring iconic properties, fine dining, and private door-to-door service.
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