Boreal Wonderland
Iceland
- 8 days
- 7 nights
- 14 meals
Departures: Dec 12, 2026, Dec 19, 2026 + 10 other dates
Price from $2,689
IcelandThe Land of Fire and Ice
In the icy waters between Greenland and Norway, nature has produced a rare masterpiece. A land where elfin and Viking legends echo among glaciers, geysers, volcanoes, and fjords … sometimes to the dance of the northern lights, sometimes to the sound of galloping horses. From secluded hamlets to colourful cities, Iceland reveals a unique world unto itself, where the majesty of its landscapes is matched only by the hospitality of its warmhearted people.
Cities on itinerary:
Reykjavik, Borgarnes, Sauðárkrókur, Húsavík, Breiðdalsvík, Vík, Blönduós, Akureyri
- Fast
- Local guide
- Group meets at destination
Highlights:
- Gullfoss Waterfall
- Glaumbaer Folk Museum
- Black sands of Vik
- Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon
Itinerary
- Day 1: Reykjavík
Pick-up at Reykjavík airport and transfer to hotel. Hotel Klettur 3*
- Day 2: Reykjavík - Thingvellir - Gullfoss - Borgarnes (310km)
Departure for Thingvellir National Park. Tour of the former seat of Iceland’s parliament, located on the banks of the country’s largest lake. Continuation to Gullfoss, the famous “Golden Falls,” and the nearby Great Geysir, a natural wonder in an area peppered with hot springs and volcanic mudpots. Onward to Borgarnes and check into the hotel. Hotel Bifröst 3* (B-D)
- Day 3: Borgarnes - Skagafjörður - Sauðárkrókur (300km)
Discovery of the spectacular Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls. Continuation to Skagafjörður, renowned for the breeding of Icelandic horses. Lunch at leisure in the coastal village of Blönduós, followed by a visit to the Glaumbær Folk Museum. Then, departure for the Akureyri region. Hotel Mikligardur 3* (B-D)
- Day 4: Sauðárkrókur - Akureyri - Mývatn - Húsavík (280km)
Trip to Akureyri, a trading port founded by the Danish in the 17th century. Continuation to Godafoss then, exploration of the Lake Mývatn region, known around the world for its unique geographical features. Discovery of the region’s many natural marvels, including the famous lava formations and volcanic caves in Dimmuborgir (translation: “Dark Fortress”), the geothermal field in Hverarönd, and the dramatic craters in Skútustaðir. Fosshótel Húsavík 3* (B-D)
- Day 5: Húsavík - Ásbyrgi - Dettifoss - Breiðdalsvík (370km)
Boat trip to observe humpback and minke whales. Afternoon drive to Ásbyrgi to witness its spectacular horseshoe canyon. Continuation to the eastern fjords and stop at Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall. Stadarborg Hotel 3* (B-D)
- Day 6: Breiðdalsvík - Vatnajökull - Jökulsárlón - Skaftafell - Vík (450km)
Drive to the south of Iceland to admire the Vatnajökull ice cap, then aboard an amphibious vehicle for a cruise amidst bluish icebergs on Lake Jökulsárlón. Then, tour of Skaftafell National Park, famous for its superb basalt formations. Tour of the picturesque town of Vík, best known for its black beaches and cliff, not forgetting the Dyrholaey Lighthouse. Hotel Dyrholaey 3* (B-D)
- Day 7: Vík - Skógafoss - Reykjavík (210km)
Return to the capital. Stop at the spectacular Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss falls. Arrive in Reykjavík in the afternoon and take a panoramic tour of the capital or optional excursion to the Blue Lagoon spa resort ($). Hotel Klettur 3* (B)
- Day 8: Reykjavík
Transfer to the airport. (B)
Inclusions
Unaccompanied transfer(s) by public transportation
Transportation by tour bus
7 nights in 3* accommodations
Services of a French-speaking tour guide
Tours, excursions, and activities listed in the itinerary
Airport assistance
Applicable taxes
International flights
Travel insurance
Baggage handling
Tips and personal expenses
Anything not listed in the “Price includes” section
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