8 Days Around Iceland

Explore Iceland's full Ring Road on a guided tour, leaving the planning to us. This ultimate adventure includes top activities like a thrilling Glacier Hike, an amazing Ice Cave tour, Whale Watching, and much more.

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LocationFrom Reykjavík

Duration8 Days

TransportationMinibus tour: Pick up & Drop off included

DifficultyEasy to moderate

AvailabilityOctober - April

HotelIncluded: 7 Nights & Breakfast

Food & DrinksBreakfast Included

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Skógafoss

Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best

2024

Availability

October - April

Activity

You will go on an Ice Cave tour, take a Glacier Hike, go Whale Watching and experience everything Iceland has to offer

Difficulty

Easy to Medium

Safety

You will be in safe hands with highly professional guides

Information

Sightseeing, fun activities, accommodation included on this unforgettable guided tour

Duration

8 Days

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day guided tour around Iceland's iconic Ring Road. This unique minibus journey from Reykjavík is the perfect way to explore all of the country's most beautiful and popular destinations. You will experience the famous Golden Circle, the magnificent South Coast, and discover captivating hidden gems throughout the East, North, and West of Iceland. This comprehensive tour allows you to witness the full diversity of the country in one complete and comfortable trip.

About the Tour

Learn more about the 8 Day Tour with Tröll Expeditions

Tour Description

This 8-day guided tour is the perfect way to discover Iceland’s incredible variety of natural wonders. The comprehensive journey takes you from the capital of Reykjavík all the way to the ‘Capital of the North,’ Akureyri, and beyond. Your adventure begins on the famous Golden Circle, where you'll visit the stunning Gullfoss waterfall, the erupting Geysir geothermal area, and the historic Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Continuing your travels, you'll head along the much-talked-about South Coast, where you can explore the unique black sand beach of Reynisfjara and the breathtaking Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. After exploring the scenic East Fjords, the tour moves to the north, where you’ll be captivated by the otherworldly landscapes around Lake Mývatn, including the mysterious lava pillars of Dimmuborgir.

The final leg of your journey takes you to West Iceland and the dramatic Snæfellsnes Peninsula, often called "Iceland in Miniature," where you’ll find iconic locations like Kirkjufell mountain. Throughout the trip, the dark nights are a perfect opportunity to search for the breathtaking Northern Lights. You can also book optional activities like Horseback Riding to make your experience even more special and adventurous.

Itinerary

day 1

The Golden Circle

day 2

South Coast & Glacier Hike

day 3

Glacier Lagoon & Ice Caving

day 4

Exploring The East Fjords

day 5

Exploring North-East Iceland

day 6

Exploring North Iceland

day 7

Exploring Snæfellsnes Peninsula

day 8

Exploring West Iceland

The Golden Circle

Activity: We will go to hunt for Northern Lights!

Day 1:

Join us for a wonderful day trip to see Iceland's most famous sights, known as the Golden Circle. We start at Thingvellir National Park, a truly special place. Here, you can stand in a valley where two of the Earth's main land plates are slowly moving apart. This park is not only a natural wonder but also a historic spot, as it's where Iceland's first parliament was founded hundreds of years ago. The area is filled with beautiful mountains and volcanic fields, giving you the perfect start to your adventure.

Next, we visit the Haukadalur Geothermal Area, a lively valley full of hot springs. Get your camera ready for the famous Strokkur geyser, which erupts and shoots hot water high into the air every few minutes. It's an amazing sight you won't want to miss. You will also see the Great Geysir, the first geyser ever named, which gave its name to all geysers around the world. This stop shows you the powerful and wild energy of Iceland's nature up close.

Our last stop on the Golden Circle is the beautiful Gullfoss, or "Golden Waterfall." You will feel the power of the water as a big glacial river rushes down two levels into a deep canyon. It's a truly spectacular view and a great way to end the main part of the tour.

If you chose to add on the extra activity, your day will finish with a peaceful horseback riding tour. You’ll get to ride a gentle Icelandic horse through the quiet countryside, a perfect and relaxing end to a day full of incredible sights.
***Please note: not suitable for people over 120 kgs or people in bad shape.

As the day ends, you’ll have the opportunity for a nighttime adventure. If the weather allows, you will get to search for the breathtaking Northern Lights in the clear, starry sky. Our hotel for the night is located far from city lights, giving you the best chance to see this incredible natural phenomenon. If the lights don’t appear, don't worry, you still have several more nights to try to catch them!