Arctic
Iceland Land Tours
Arctic
Arctic
A relaxing 8-day guided tour exploring South and West Iceland, including the Golden Circle and Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Marvel at glaciers, waterfalls, black sand beaches, and conclude with a geothermal soak in the Blue Lagoon. Optimal conditions for Northern Lights viewing.
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Starts: Reykjavik, Iceland
Ends: Reykjavik, Iceland
Language: Languages: Spanish
This is an 8-day/7-night guided land tour with accommodation in comfortable hotels (e.g., Hótel Klettur, Hótel Örk, Klaustur Hótel).
Group size is limited to 32 people (Maximum).
Activity level is "Very easy" (Minimum age: 8 years).
Optional activities, including "SuperJeep" Northern Lights searches, must be paid in advance.
FROM:
From USD $2.078.-
Confirmed departures 2025
November 29 $2.155
Confirmed departures 2026
January 3, 17, 31 $2.078
February 14 $2.155
March 7, 14, 21 $2.155
April 4 $2.155
*Prices in US dollars for double occupancy accommodation
Enrichment Program More info about this activity
Expedition cruising must be one of the most incredible ways of travelling. Not only for the amazing places you visit and the unforgetable wildlife but for the wildlife, the sensory overload and the unimaginable memories.
But all of this needs a context in order to understand where you are and what you are experiencing.
On board your expedition vessell you will find a group of experts, naturalists, zodiac drivers and guides that that will translate the language of nature for you, telling you the stories of the places you are visiting, reviewing the historical, biological, ecological and geological aspects of your trips.
You will experience first hand what surrounds you and arrive back home wiser and loaded with new knowledge.
Hiking More info about this activity
Hiking options include very easy beach hikes (good for photographers who need time for photography), easier short hikes, medium-difficulty extended hikes, and more challenging long hikes.
Northern Lights More info about this activity
Debido a la naturaleza del campo magnético terrestre, las auroras solo aparecen en los polos. Por lo general, son visibles por encima de la marca de latitud de 60 ° en el norte y por debajo de la latitud de 60 ° en el sur (estas 'luces del sur' se denominan aurora austral).
Caving & Mines More info about this activity
Visit with the experts in this guided tours some of the most amazing structures of the insides of our world.
Interactive Workshops More info about this activity
Explore the acoustics of polar wildlife
The polar regions are so visually stunning that it can be easy to forget there’s a whole other side to the environment that is equally stunning to the ear. Our Hondius acoustics workshop highlights this side of the polar experience. Using the latest technology and led by experts in their field, this activity helps you record and understand all the enchanting soundscapes of these unique wildernesses.
Capture your finest polar photos
What better excuse to indulge your inner photographer than a trip to the polar regions? On select Hondius voyages, you can partake in dynamic Hondius photography workshops that will encourage you to do just that. Whether you’re new to the artform or a seasoned veteran, this activity will allow you to shoot beautiful polar adventures under the guidance of a professional nature photographer.
Learn the basics of astronavigation with a sextant
If you’ve ever wondered how the historic explorers found their way around the high seas, this workshop will give you the chance to learn in some of Earth’s wildest regions. This fantastic activity is open to all participants and is led by an astronomical educator trained in the use of the sextant. Photographical lectures and hands-on workshops take place during cruise days, introducing you to the engrossing science of astronavigation.
Practice your polar movie-making skills
There is no question you will make many great memories during your expedition cruise, but how much better would it be to return home with movies to match? Select Hondius voyages include free videography workshops designed to help you shoot your finest mini-films, and all under the supervision of a professional videographer. This vibrant activity is open to all passengers and is a great way to preserve your polar experiences in the best way possible.
Thermal Waters More info about this activity
The spa is a modern-day invention but enjoying the various health benefits of bathing in thermal baths is an ancestral tradition dating back to the settlements.
All Terrain Excursions More info about this activity
Jump on an excursion off the beaten track on specially designed and guided vehicles, or do it by yourself with a GPS, depending on the location you are. A great way to get deeper into the wild.
This unique, 8-day guided land tour offers a fantastic, tranquil pace to discover the diverse landscapes of South and West Iceland, providing an excellent overview of the "land of fire and ice." The journey focuses on two spectacular regions: the dramatic South Coast, with its glaciers, black sand beaches, and countless waterfalls, and the fascinating Snæfellsnes Peninsula, often called the "essence of Iceland" for concentrating the island's natural variety in one remote area. The tour's relaxed rhythm allows ample time to immerse yourself in the natural wonders, from the vast Eldhraun lava fields to the icy beauty of the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon.
The trip concludes with a relaxing and healthy soak in the geothermal waters of the famous Blue Lagoon. Crucially, the tour is scheduled during a period optimal for viewing the spectacular Aurora Borealis, offering optional night searches by "SuperJeep." Committed to sustainability, the tour includes carbon emission compensation through the Icelandic Carbon Fund (ICF). You will return with memories of awe-inspiring geological sites, Viking history, and the tranquil stillness of an Icelandic winter, plus a special souvenir from the ICE SAR Search and Rescue Association.
Highlights:
Tour the fascinating South Coast, with its vast Eldhraun lava fields and renowned black sand beach of Reynisfjara.
Explore the "essence of Iceland" on the remote Snæfellsnes Peninsula, viewing the Snæfellsjökull glacier.
Visit the geological wonders of the Golden Circle: Þingvellir National Park, Geysir geothermal area, and Gullfoss waterfall.
Relax and unwind with a healthy, mineral-rich soak in the world-famous Blue Lagoon.
If conditions are adequate, potentially see the spectacular Aurora Borealis dance across the night sky.
Day 1: Arrival
Transfer to Reykjavík and Free Evening
Approximate Distance: 50 km / 30 miles
Arrive at Keflavík International Airport. Direct transfer to your hotel in Reykjavík by coach (without a guide). Your hotel room is available for check-in starting from 3 pm (please note early check-in is not included). The evening is free. Dinner is at your own expense, offering a chance to explore the capital's culinary scene. An optional, pre-paid SuperJeep Northern Lights Search is available, including guided tour, hot chocolate, Volcanic Vodka, and entry to the Reykjavík Aurora Center.
Day 2: The Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Glacier-Crowned Volcano and Volcanic Formations
Approximate Distance: 425 km / 264 miles
After breakfast, meet your guide. The Snæfellsnes Peninsula, known as the “essence of Iceland,” is explored today, concentrating all the natural variety of Iceland in the tranquil Snæfellsjökull National Park. You will see lava fields, volcanoes, hot springs, beautiful lava formations, black sand beaches, and caves. Enjoy views of the Snæfellsjökull glacier, which inspired Jules Verne's "Journey to the Center of the Earth." Accommodation is in Reykjavík.
Optional activitie: SuperJeep Northern Lights Search
Day 3: The Golden Circle
National Park, Geysir, and Gullfoss
Approximate Distance: 195 km / 122 miles
Start the day with a visit to the fascinating Aurora Borealis Center. Continue to Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO site where the world's oldest parliament met and where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates separate. Drive through farmlands to the Geysir geothermal area to witness the Strokkur geyser erupting hot water every 10 minutes. Finally, visit the powerful Gullfoss (Golden Waterfall), a spectacular sight in winter when partially frozen. A tasting of warm rye bread with Icelandic butter will take place in Laugarvatn. Dinner and overnight stay in the Golden Circle region.
Day 4: The South Coast
Waterfalls, Glacier Views, and Black Sand Beach
Approximate Distance: 220 km / 136 miles
Continue along the beautiful South Coast, a popular region to visit in winter. Visit the interesting Lava Center, an interactive, high-tech exhibition on Iceland’s volcanic activity and geological creation. Stop at the spectacular waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. Visit the black sand beach of Reynisfjara, featuring extraordinary basalt rock formations. Travel through Eldhraun, vast lava fields created by an 18th-century eruption, noting how the winter snows create a mysterious landscape. Dinner and overnight stay in the Kirkjubæjarklaustur region.
Day 5: Vatnajökull National Park and Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Western Europe's Largest National Park and Icebergs
Approximate Distance: 260 km / 161 miles
Today is dedicated to glaciers! The journey takes you to the Vatnajökull National Park region and the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of icebergs floating in the 180-meter-deep lagoon. Visit the black volcanic sand beach known as Diamond Beach, where precious blue and white icebergs create a marvelous landscape. Continue to the Skaftafell region, a site of great natural beauty and part of the immense Vatnajökull Glacier National Park. Dinner and overnight stay in the Kirkjubæjarklaustur region.
Day 6: Reykjanes Peninsula and The Blue Lagoon
Geothermal Peninsula and Mineral-Rich Bathing
Approximate Distance: 345 km / 214 miles
After breakfast, depart for the Hveragerði region, located in a geothermal area. Journey through the lunar landscapes of the Reykjanes Peninsula, a geothermal area. The highlight is a relaxing and unique soak in the famous Blue Lagoon, a natural wonder with warm, mineral-rich waters situated in the middle of a vast lava field. Overnight stay in Reykjavík.
Optional activitie: SuperJeep Northern Lights Search
Day 7: Free Day without Guide
Self-Guided Exploration of Reykjavík
A free day to visit Reykjavík and explore the narrow streets of the capital center. Explore numerous museums (like the Settlement Museum), art galleries, and craft shops. Discover the hidden nature of Iceland in an unusual way at FlyOver Iceland. Enjoy the city’s maritime promenades, visit local geothermal pools, or relax in a cozy café. Enjoy a last sunset in Reykjavík on your own.
Optional activities: SuperJeep Northern Lights Search and Raufarholshellir Lava Tour (visiting a volcanic cave, includes safety gear and guided tour).
Day 8: Departure
Breakfast and Transfer to Keflavík International Airport
Approximate Distance: 50 km / 30 miles
Breakfast at your hotel (this may be a light breakfast for early morning flights). Direct transfer by coach, without a guide, from your hotel to Keflavík International Airport.
Day 1: Arrival
Transfer to Reykjavík and Free Evening
Approximate Distance: 50 km / 30 miles
Arrive at Keflavík International Airport. Direct transfer to your hotel in Reykjavík by coach (without a guide). Your hotel room is available for check-in starting from 3 pm (please note early check-in is not included). The evening is free. Dinner is at your own expense, offering a chance to explore the capital's culinary scene. An optional, pre-paid SuperJeep Northern Lights Search is available, including guided tour, hot chocolate, Volcanic Vodka, and entry to the Reykjavík Aurora Center.
Day 2: The Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Glacier-Crowned Volcano and Volcanic Formations
Approximate Distance: 425 km / 264 miles
After breakfast, meet your guide. The Snæfellsnes Peninsula, known as the “essence of Iceland,” is explored today, concentrating all the natural variety of Iceland in the tranquil Snæfellsjökull National Park. You will see lava fields, volcanoes, hot springs, beautiful lava formations, black sand beaches, and caves. Enjoy views of the Snæfellsjökull glacier, which inspired Jules Verne's "Journey to the Center of the Earth." Accommodation is in Reykjavík.
Optional activitie: SuperJeep Northern Lights Search
Day 3: The Golden Circle
National Park, Geysir, and Gullfoss
Approximate Distance: 195 km / 122 miles
Start the day with a visit to the fascinating Aurora Borealis Center. Continue to Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO site where the world's oldest parliament met and where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates separate. Drive through farmlands to the Geysir geothermal area to witness the Strokkur geyser erupting hot water every 10 minutes. Finally, visit the powerful Gullfoss (Golden Waterfall), a spectacular sight in winter when partially frozen. A tasting of warm rye bread with Icelandic butter will take place in Laugarvatn. Dinner and overnight stay in the Golden Circle region.
Day 4: The South Coast
Waterfalls, Glacier Views, and Black Sand Beach
Approximate Distance: 220 km / 136 miles
Continue along the beautiful South Coast, a popular region to visit in winter. Visit the interesting Lava Center, an interactive, high-tech exhibition on Iceland’s volcanic activity and geological creation. Stop at the spectacular waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. Visit the black sand beach of Reynisfjara, featuring extraordinary basalt rock formations. Travel through Eldhraun, vast lava fields created by an 18th-century eruption, noting how the winter snows create a mysterious landscape. Dinner and overnight stay in the Kirkjubæjarklaustur region.
Day 5: Vatnajökull National Park and Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Western Europe's Largest National Park and Icebergs
Approximate Distance: 260 km / 161 miles
Today is dedicated to glaciers! The journey takes you to the Vatnajökull National Park region and the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of icebergs floating in the 180-meter-deep lagoon. Visit the black volcanic sand beach known as Diamond Beach, where precious blue and white icebergs create a marvelous landscape. Continue to the Skaftafell region, a site of great natural beauty and part of the immense Vatnajökull Glacier National Park. Dinner and overnight stay in the Kirkjubæjarklaustur region.
Day 6: Reykjanes Peninsula and The Blue Lagoon
Geothermal Peninsula and Mineral-Rich Bathing
Approximate Distance: 345 km / 214 miles
After breakfast, depart for the Hveragerði region, located in a geothermal area. Journey through the lunar landscapes of the Reykjanes Peninsula, a geothermal area. The highlight is a relaxing and unique soak in the famous Blue Lagoon, a natural wonder with warm, mineral-rich waters situated in the middle of a vast lava field. Overnight stay in Reykjavík.
Optional activitie: SuperJeep Northern Lights Search
Day 7: Free Day without Guide
Self-Guided Exploration of Reykjavík
A free day to visit Reykjavík and explore the narrow streets of the capital center. Explore numerous museums (like the Settlement Museum), art galleries, and craft shops. Discover the hidden nature of Iceland in an unusual way at FlyOver Iceland. Enjoy the city’s maritime promenades, visit local geothermal pools, or relax in a cozy café. Enjoy a last sunset in Reykjavík on your own.
Optional activities: SuperJeep Northern Lights Search and Raufarholshellir Lava Tour (visiting a volcanic cave, includes safety gear and guided tour).
Day 8: Departure
Breakfast and Transfer to Keflavík International Airport
Approximate Distance: 50 km / 30 miles
Breakfast at your hotel (this may be a light breakfast for early morning flights). Direct transfer by coach, without a guide, from your hotel to Keflavík International Airport.
INCLUSIONS
4 nights' accommodation in Reykjavík, breakfast included
3 nights' accommodation in rural area, breakfast included
Spanish-speaking guide from day 2 to day 6
3 three-course dinners (days 3, 4, 5)
Arrival/departure transfers (without guide)
Entrance to the Northern Lights Center in Reykjavík (day 3)
Rye bread tasting (day 3)
Entrance to the Lava and Volcanoes Center and film about volcanoes in the center's cinema (day 4)
Bath in the Blue Lagoon (towel, mask, and a drink included) (day 6)
Northern Lights hunting on foot on day 4 or day 5, weather permitting (including use of flashlight and crampons)
Our 24-hour customer service (including weekends and holidays)
Icelandic Search and Rescue Association souvenir keyring
***Please note that breakfast on the day of departure may be a light breakfast if you have an early morning flight.***
Additionally (added value): "Wake-up call" option to see the Northern Lights on the nights of days 3-5 (please note: available at most hotels in the countryside)
EXCLUSIONS
International flights
Personal travel insurance (recommended)
Swimsuits at the Blue Lagoon (can be rented directly at the lagoon)
Drinks, snacks, lunches, dinners not specified in the itinerary
Check-in before the time set by hotels (please note that check-in time at most hotels in Iceland is 2 p.m.)
Check-out after the time set by hotels
Any service not mentioned in the 'Includes' list
* The prices are per person in US Dollars, unless expressly specified in a different currency. In that case, payment will be in US dollars at the exchange rate of the day.
** Rates are correct at the time of publication. All prices will be re-confirmed by email at the time of booking.
NOTE: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed.
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