Hidden Powers & Midnight Sun (SMALL GROUP) 5 Days
5 Days : Reykjavík - Vik
Tour overview:
This 5 day short tour that perfectly introduces you to Iceland’s nature and culture. The beloved South Iceland places such as Geysir, Gullfoss waterfall, the Glacial Lagoon/Diamond Beach, Eyjafjallajökull volcano, and the Blue Lagoon. There are fun activities unique to the summer, when nature is at its greenest, birdlife is vibrant, and there is plenty of daylight to explore.
Day 1 - Arrival in Iceland
Arrival at Keflavík International Airport. Private transfers to Reykjavík hotel. It’s also very nice to take a stroll in the old city center, perhaps visiting one of the museums or relaxing with a cup of coffee in a cozy café. Dinner this evening is at your leisure. Reykjavík offers a multitude of restaurants, making dinner a wonderful way to get better acquainted with Iceland's capital.
Please note that hotels in Iceland start check-in around 14:00 (2:00pm), and early check-in is not guaranteed. Most hotels will be happy to store your luggage if you are not able to check in early.
Day 2 - Golden Circle and South Shore
Lively Geysers – Famous Waterfalls – Black Sand Beaches Breakfast at your hotel. Your guide will meet you in the lobby of the hotel.Depart Reykjavík and head onwards to Þingvellir National Park (UNESCO World Heritage site) where the world’s oldest parliament met for centuries on the shores of Iceland’s largest lake. This place makes us Icelanders enormously proud of our heritage. You might even have a rare chance to walk between two continents!
Day 3 - Vatnajökull National Park- Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon
Glacial Lagoon with Icebergs – Europe’s Largest Glacier. Breakfast at your hotel. Today you’ll be visiting the southern area of Vatnajökull National Park, named after Europe’s largest glacier. The total park area covers almost 14% of Iceland, making it the largest national park in Western Europe! Start your day by crossing Eldhraun, a vast and surreal lava field created from a very destructive 18th-century eruption. Eldhraun is the largest recorded single lava flow in Earth’s history. Visit Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon where you can enjoy the breath-taking sight of icebergs floating in the fantastic 180m (591 ft.) deep glacial lagoon. You’ll get an even closer look with a boat tour that takes you among the drifting icebergs. During the trip you’ll learn about the lagoon and perhaps taste some of the glacial ice. Near Jökulsárlón is the dramatic beauty of the Diamond Beach, where shrinking icebergs settle on the black sands before they drift out to sea.Visit the national park’s famous Skaftafell area, a green oasis of outstanding natural beauty surrounded by several magnificent glaciers and volcanoes. Head back to Vík village. This evening, we invite you to enjoy several Icelandic summer traditions. Meet some Vík locals at Smiðjan Brugghús Icelandic brewpub, where you’ll learn how the delicious beer is made and sample some of the brews. Smiðjan is known for its tasty Icelandic-style barbecue cuisine, which you’ll get to enjoy at dinner. Grilling and barbecues are summer traditions every family in Iceland has enjoyed, whether at home or in a countryside holiday cottage.This evening, join your group for a night walk in the beautiful Vík area (subject to weather conditions). Many Icelanders enjoy late evening walks in the midnight sun, a time of the day known as the “magical hour.” Several Icelandic folktales actually describe magical things that have happened on bright summer evenings. During your walk you’ll try some tasty Icelandic refreshments. You might even have a chance to listen to and learn some beloved Icelandic summer songs. Dinner and overnight in the Vík area.
Approximate Driving Distance: 390 km / 242 miles
Day 4 - Hveragerði – Blue Lagoon - Reykjavík
Greenhouse Village – Icelandic Horses – Thundering Waves – Geothermal Lagoon Breakfast at your hotel. Head back along the beautiful South Coast, enjoying a different view of the winter landscapes. Visit the village of Hveragerði, which is one of the few sites in the world located directly in the middle of a geothermal area. Hveragerði is often called "The Flower Village" because of its geothermal greenhouses. Next, you’ll visit a horse farm to meet some locals: Icelandic horses. This Viking horse breed played a pivotal role in Icelandic history. Enjoy petting these friendly horses and snapping a few selfies with them. You’ll also taste some sweet refreshments that are traditionally served on Icelandic farms. Turn onto a southern coastal road and follow alongside the shoreline with its breathtaking sea waves. The road takes you through the surreal landscapes of the Reykjanes peninsula, where you can enjoy a dip in the famous Blue Lagoon, a unique wonder of nature with pleasantly warm, mineral-rich water in the middle of a black lava field. Return to Reykjavík, where your guide bids you farewell at the hotel. The evening is open for you to enjoy your own activities. Dinner is on your own. Overnight in Reykjavík.
Approximate Driving Distance: 295 km / 183 miles
Day 5 - Farewell to the Land of Fire and Ice
Breakfast at your hotel. Please note that this might be a light breakfast if you are taking an early morning departure flight. Private transfer to the international airport for your departure flight.