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Volcanoes & the Golden Circle - 4 days

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Tour Overview

YEAR-ROUND TOUR: Enjoy a volcano hike at the site of Iceland's most recent eruption near Grindavik on this 4-day group tour. You will also take in the country's most iconic sites at the Golden Circle, hike on a glacier in Vatnajokull National Park and explore inside a natural ice cave. See the icebergs at Jokulsarlon Lagoon, walk behind the cascading waterfall of Seljalandsfoss and admire dramatic Fjadrargljufur Canyon, where Justin Bieber filmed a music video! If travelling in winter, end your trip with a Northern Lights tour from Reykjavik.

Start

Reykjavik

End

Reykjavik

Destination

Reykjavik

Days

4

Pace

Medium

Range

Handpicked

Max Group Size

Min 12 - Max 18

Min Age

12

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Trip Code: VOGOC

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Golden Circle - Visit Geysir geothermal fields, Gulfoss Waterfall and Thingvellir National Park UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • Seljalandsfoss - Marvel at this famous waterfall, see the nearby cascade of Skogafoss and walk behind the iconic natural wonders

  • Reynisfjara - Walk along the dramatic black sand of this lava beach and admire the towering basalt rock formations at the coast

  • Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon - See mighty icebergs floating on the lagoon and calving from the surrounding glaciers

  • Vatnajokull National Park - Hike on a glacier and explore a natural ice cave in the famous Vatnajokull Glacier, accompanied by a qualified guide

  • Volcano Eruption Site - Explore a volcanic landscape transformed by recent eruptions, witness raw natural power, and see the fresh lava flows up close

  • Northern Lights - Gaze skywards as you search for the Northern Lights each evening of your tour (winter departures from September - March)

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

3 nights 2-3-star accommodation
3 breakfasts
Pick up and drop off from a central pick-up location in Reykjavik
Escorted by an English-speaking driver/guide (you may have multiple different guides during your trip and the group may change on different days and for different activities)
Transportation in a heated minibus with complimentary Wi-Fi
Sightseeing at the Golden Circle (Gullfoss, Geysir, Thingvellir), Skaftafell, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, Seljalandsfoss, Reynisfjara, Kirkjubaejarklaustur, Vatnajokull & Skogafoss
Guided glacier hike with certified local guide
Guided Ice Cave Tour

Not Included

Tips for your guide - this is an entirely personal gesture
Pre and post-tour accommodation in Reykjavik
International Flights and Visas
Arrival & departure transfers

Is This Trip Right for You?

Is this trip right for you?

  • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

  • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

  • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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Tour Details

Duration4 days
StartReykjavik
EndReykjavik
StyleGroup Tours
Max Group18 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $3,160
Was $2,528
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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