Glaciers, Geysers & Waterfalls

DAY 1
Fly UK - Keflavik. Overnight stay in Reykjavík.
DAY 2
South Shore
From Reykjavík head through the town of Hveragerði and the surrounding fertile farmlands, noting the numerous glacial rivers on the way to Skógar and Skógafoss waterfall. Continue to Dyrhólaey*, a nature reserve, ready to explore. Discover the former site of a 12th-century Catholic convent at Kirkjubæjarklaustur. Overnight in Kirkjubæjarklaustur area. *Please note that Dyrholaey is closed in the Spring during the nesting season, from mid May until June 23rd.
DAY 3S
kaftafell National Park - Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon
Depart from Kirkjubæjarklaustur onward to Skaftafell National Park, one of Iceland’s most outstanding areas of natural beauty, dominated by Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Continue to the Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon where huge icebergs float and grind together in the still, deep waters of the lagoon. Overnight in Kirkjubæjarklaustur area.
DAY 4
Landmannalaugar or Þórsmörk Valley
Start the day with a visit to the grand Fjarðarárgljúfur gorge. Travel along the Fjallabaksleið interior track to Landmannalaugar, a magnificent area surrounded by colourful rhyolite mountains, with the option of bathing in a natural warm pool, a great way to rejuvenate the skin and the spirit (do not forget to bring your swimsuit). Spot the towering Hekla, the iconic Icelandic volcano, after exploring the Þjórsárdalur Valley. Overnight in Flúðir area. Note: If the route to Landmannalaugar is closed due to road conditions (spring or early summer) the tour goes through lava fields and outwash sands formed by floods from the glacial volcano Katla to Vík, passing two beautiful waterfalls, and on to Þórsmörk valley.
DAY 5
Gullfoss - Þingvellir National Park - Reykjavík
Depart for the Geysir area to see the famous great Geysir and Strokkur, a hot spring that spouts every few minutes. On to Gullfoss, one of Iceland’s most impressive waterfalls. The next stop is Þingvellir National Park, where the ancient parliament met for centuries on the shores of Iceland’s largest lake, before heading back to Reykjavik. Overnight stay in Reykjavík.
DAY 6
Iceland - UK
Transfer to the ‘Blue Lagoon’ for the chance to enjoy a unique bathing experience! After bathing in the lagoon passengers will be returned to Keflavik International Airport by 14:35 Hours in time to connect with the late afternoon flight.