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Travel through Iceland’s stunning winter landscapes and experience glaciers, rivers, mountains, blacksand beaches and other secrets of Iceland but with the added beauty of the northern lights-in an Icelandic winter. Witnessing the elusive northern lights’ exotic dance is a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Witness “must-see” attractions such as the Golden Circle, the Glacier
Lagoon, Lake Myvatn and Dettifoss, with extra-added magical snow, peacefulness, lights and shadows. Hunt for northern lights; northern lights wake-up calls are also available on most nights of your trip, ensuring you don’t miss your chance to see the lights.

Iceland  |   9 Days

Highlights

Jawdropping scenery and photo stops
Introduction to the horses
Learning about the sagas and all the waterfalls.
The classic natural wonders, including the Golden Circle, the Glacier Lagoon, Reynisfjara
Beach, Dettifoss waterfall and Myvatn nature reserve
Enjoy a glimpse into Icelandic life with authentic local activities.
Discover and learn about Iceland from hand-picked local guides, who are passionate and knowledgeable about Iceland.

Walk on the black sand beaches and see Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls along the south shore

Take in the majesty of Vatnajokull National Park that includes Skaftafell, the Glacier Lagoon, and the Diamond Beach
Visit Akureyri and the Lake Myvatn region in North Iceland
Enjoy Icelandic cuisine made with fresh local ingredients
Stress free winter driving with a small group van tour

 

ITINERARY SCHEDULE

1 :- Arrival

Welcome to the Land of Fire and Ice! Shuttle transfer from Keflavik airport to your hotel is included
for you. If your flight lands early in the day, a great suggestion is to explore Reykjavik, the largest
municipality in Iceland.
Ingolfur Arnarson, the first settler of Iceland, built his farm on the peninsula where Reykjavik stands
today. The town got its name “Smoky Bay” after the columns of steam that rose from the hotsprings in the area and made such a deep impression on the first settlers.
Dinner is on your own. Reykjavik offers a multitude of restaurants and/or coffee-houses, making dinner a great way to get better acquainted with Iceland’s capital.
Please note guaranteed early check-in is not included in the price. Most hotels begin check-in around
14:00 (2:00 pm).
Meals: not included
Overnight stay in Reykjavik.

2 :- : Geysir - Gullfoss - Skogar - Dyrholaey - Vik: Exploding Geysers – Waterfalls – Puffin Colony – Black Sand Beaches of the South Shore

Breakfast at your hotel. After a quick introduction to the city of Reykjavik. Start your journey by heading through the greenhouse village of Hveragerdi. Drive on to the Golden Circle natural wonders.
Explore Gullfoss, the “Golden Waterfall”, and the nearby Geysir hot spring area to see the famous
Geysir and Strokkur, as well as numerous other hot springs and boiling mud pools. Continue along the south shore and stop to admire the waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss before continuing to Dyrholaey* nature reserve. Continue to the village of Vik.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight stay in the Vik area.
If weather conditions are right, your guide will take you on a northern lights hunt on foot in the area outside your hotel tonight, or on one of the other evenings that you are staying in the countryside.

3 :- Vatnajokull National Park –Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon – Hofn

Breakfast at your hotel. Today you will be in a world of glaciers! You’ll be visiting the southern area
of Vatnajokull 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! Drive through vast sand plains
created by glacial outwashes as you head east. Visit the national park’s famous Skaftafell area, a site of outstanding natural beauty dominated by several magnificent glaciers. Then view Svinafellsjokull, one of the most beautiful glacial “tongues” that are slowly creeping down from Vatnajokull.
Visit Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon where you can enjoy the breath-taking sight of icebergs floating in the fantastic 180m (591 ft.) deep glacial lagoon (make sure that camera is loaded and ready!) Nearby is the dramatic beauty of the Diamond Beach, where shrinking icebergs settle on the black sands before they drift out to sea.
Evening SuperJeep or Snowmobiling tour on Vatnajokull Glacier is included. Get up on a glacier and see an amazing world of ice | Duration: 3,5 hours Includes: 1 hour guided SuperJeep or 1 hour guided snowmobile tour on glacier (price based on 2 people per snowmobile). For snow mobiling: also includes boots, overalls, helmets, gloves.
Note- Minimum of 3 participants to guarantee departure Dinner and overnight stay in the Hofn, a fishing port in the shadow of Vatnajokull glacier.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight stay in the Hofn area.

4 :- : Hofn – East Fjords – Egilsstadir

Breakfast at your hotel. Drive from Hofn through Almannaskard pass, stopping to admire the majestic coastline. Continue to the towering mountains plunging vertically into the sea that form the magnificent East Fjords. Enjoy the amazing views. Keep your hand on your camera and also keep an eye out for wild reindeer, which can sometimes be seen in the area during the winter months. You will also pass villages, each with its own special history and charm. One of these is the tiny village of Breiddalsvik visit the local Beljandi Microbrewery and sample some of the beer. This is a quirky brewery in a charmingly rustic building. The local community came together to create the brewery.
You’ll meet one of the townsfolk and get a feel for life in a small town, as well as how great beer is
made. The road brings you to Egilsstadir town, located near Iceland’s largest forest and a lake said to be home to a legendary (friendly) monster. The area is also getting a name for itself for its excellent locally sourced cuisine, and you’ll enjoy some of it at dinner.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight stay in the Egilsstadir area.

5 :- Lake Myvatn Area

Breakfast at your hotel. Explore the empty vastness of the highland desert plateau Modrudalsoraefi, desolate and yet hauntingly beautiful in its winter snows, as you head towards the Lake Myvatn area.
On the way, stop at Dettifoss, Europe’s largest and most powerful waterfall. Continue onwards toNamaskard pass with its boiling mud pools and vibrant colors. We often feel like we are visiting
another planet when we come here, and you may the same way. It’s such a surreal experience!
Explore the natural beauty of the Lake Myvatn area, including the pseudo craters at Skutustadir andthe Laxa Salmon River. You will probably see why this area, especially during the wintertime, has been so popular for movie makers.

Dinner and overnight stay in the Myvatn area.
Overnight stay in the Myvatn area.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

6 :- Lake Myvatn Area – Akureyri - Siglufjordur

Breakfast at your hotel. Start the day by exploring the peculiar lava formations at Dimmuborgir. The name means “Dark Citadels“ in Icelandic, and they certainly look as this they were built by fantasy creatures. There are actually legends that elves live here.
Visit the magnificent Godafoss waterfall, one of the most important symbols of North Iceland, and the old turf farm Laufas. Enjoy a taste of some traditional Icelandic farmhouse refreshments and hear tales of life in the old days. Afterwards, visit Akureyri, the colorful northern “capital“ of Iceland. The town has charming buildings and beautiful view of the Eyjafjordur Fjord. After spending some time in Akureyri, continue along the coastal roads of Eyjafjordur and the Troll Peninsula. This is a beautiful drive along steep mountains with amazing views over the Arctic Sea and black sand coastline. The destination is Siglufjordur, set in a beautiful fjord of the same name. This town has some of the finest timber buildings in the country, beautifully restored to their original glory. Siglufjordur is a very picturesque and easily walkable town for an evening stroll. You may even recognize some of the buildings; the town was a filming location for both seasons of the popular Icelandic thriller
series Trapped. The town is actually a relaxing and friendly place, and it‘s great to spend an evening soaking in the hot tubs of your hotel while enjoying the scenic fjord views.
Dinner and overnight in Siglufjordur.
Overnight in Siglufjordur.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

7 :- Skagafjordur – Borgarnes

Breakfast at your hotel. This morning visit Siglufjordur’s award-winning Herring-Era Maritime Museum. The museum recreates the atmosphere of the early 20th century, when Siglufjordur was transformed into a frontier-like boom town, thanks to a large migration of herring. The museum will transport you back to that exciting time. Afterwards, head along majestic mountains and narrow passes to Skagafjordur, considered to be one of the finest places in Iceland for horse breeding. Enjoy an introduction to the unique Icelandic horse
breed with its special fifth gait – the tolt. Continue towards the village of Blonduos, built on both sides of the river Blanda. This is a part of Iceland known from the Icelandic literary work Vatnsdaela Saga. Cross the Holtavorduheidi plateau taking you into West Iceland. Drive through Borgarfjordur, a region that has been getting international recognition for its diverse types of scenery and its Viking history.
Dinner and overnight stay in Borgarnes area.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight in the Borgarnes area.

8 :- Borgarfjordur – Thingvellir – Reykjavik

Europe’s Largest Hot Spring – Picturesque Waterfalls – National Park with Geological Wonders
(UNESCO) – Iceland’s Capital City
Breakfast at your hotel. Drive to Deildartunguhver, the most powerful hot spring in the world. Stop to admire the beautiful Hraunfossar waterfalls before continuing via Hvalfjordur fjord to Lake
Thingvallavatn, Iceland’s largest lake, and Thingvellir National Park. This UNESCO heritage site is where the world’s oldest continuing parliamentary government was founded in the 10th century. It is also the place where the North American and European tectonic plates meet. The road takes you back to Reykjavik where you’ll enjoy a short “farewell” city sightseeing tour before being dropped off at your hotel for the final night.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight stay in Reykjavik.

9 :- Reykjavik departure

Enjoy a comfortable and convenient option that includes the popular Comfort Experience admission.
You can stay at the Blue Lagoon as long as you like. After you’ve enjoyed a relaxing Blue Lagoon visit,
simply take one of the convenient scheduled tour buses heading to Keflavik International Airport.

Inclusion

Transfer from hotel to lagoon to airport
Admission/Entry to the Blue Lagoon
Towel rental
Silica Mud Mask
One drink of your choice at the Blue Lagoon’s in-water bar

Bid farewell to the land of fire and ice . Head to the airport post the blue lagoon visit.

Package cost

₹Cost on Request

Inclusions / Exclusions

What is included

Accommodation 2 nights in a standard room with facilities in Reykjavik
Accommodation 6 nights in a standard room with facilities in the countryside
Breakfast (except arrival day)
Guided Coach Tour from day 2 to day 8

Expert professional English-speaking local guide from day 2 to day 8
Free Wi-Fi on board motor coach
6 three-course local-cuisine dinners in the countryside (main course and dessert) with
coffee/tea (Days 2 -7)
Microbrewery visit and beer tasting in Breiddalsvik (Day 4)
Entrance to Laufas Folk Museum incl. Icelandic-style refreshments (Day 6)
Horse Show in Skagafjordur (Day 7)
Entrance to the Herring Era Maritime Museum (Day 7)
Use of crampons/cleats (if needed) for walking on snow/ice covered surfaces
Northern Lights guided hunt on foot one selected evening
Northern Lights hunting kit (use of blanket and headlight

Northern Lights “wake-up call” option during the night on days 2- 4 (please note: available at
most countryside hotels)
Arrival transfer by mini van from airport to hotel
2 additional tours
Blue lagoon visit with entrance and transfer from hotel on last day followed by coach transfer
to the airport
Super jeep or snow mobile tour on Vatnojokull glacier

 

What is not included

Northern Lights “wake-up call” option during the night on days 2- 4 (please note: available at
most countryside hotels)
Arrival transfer by mini van from airport to hotel
2 additional tours
Blue lagoon visit with entrance and transfer from hotel on last day followed by coach transferto the airport
Super jeep or snow mobile tour on Vatnojokull glacier

Weather Info

Wintertime in Iceland is mainly famous for two things: The Northern Lights and the natural ice caves. During summer you cannot visit the caves since they are full of flowing water but when the temperature drops and the water turns back to ice, then Iceland is left with spectacular blue caves to
explore.
You can see the Icelandic glaciers all year round and they can be breath-taking in summertime as a contrast to the summer colours, although it is in winter time that they become truly spectacular.
Contrary to many people’s belief, Iceland is not constantly covered with snow during wintertime, the snow has a tendency to appear and melt and appear again, so you can still see the contrast of colours
and get a sense of the incredible size of the glaciers. Wintertime is Iceland’s most unpredictable season when it comes to weather. If you are in the south, such as in Reykjavík then the average temperature is around 0°C. It can go down to -5° or up to +5°C but does not normally get any colder or warmer than that. That’s not considering the windchill.
The further north you will go, such as to Akureyri or Ísafjörður, you will be greeted with more snow and colder temperatures. Nothing very extreme though, but it’s likelier that the temperature may drop down to -10°C. Sometimes you will be able to see some beautiful winter landscapes, full of
snow, ice and icicles. Having showcased the real picture its important to note to dress the correct way
to fully enjoy this surreal winter wonderland.

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