Experience the spectacular splendour and untamed beauty of Iceland’s nature, breathtaking scenery, and unique history and culture.
The Grand Tour of Iceland takes you on an unforgettable journey around the entire country, including the Snæfellsnes Peninsula and the magical West Fjords.
This tour features all the best Iceland has to offer, with each day combining guided bus tours, light walks, soft adventures, and cultural experiences. Discover some of the most remote parts of the country, as well as many well-known highlights. Stay in simple and charming guesthouses, farm- and tourist-class hotels, many of them set in the most stunning locations.
Highlights & Experiences
- Complete Escorted Tour Around Iceland: Including Snæfellsnes Peninsula & West Fjords.
- Discover Three National Parks: Þingvellir, Snæfellsjökull, and Vatnajökull.
- Explore an 8000-year-old Natural Wonder Lava Cave: Vatnshellir Cave on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula.
- Ferry Trip to West Fjords: Enjoy the scenic journey across Breiðafjörður Bay.
- Dynjandi Waterfall: The Crown Jewel of the Westfjords.
- Relax at Vök Baths: Enjoy the floating series of geothermal pools in East Iceland.
- Sail Among the Huge Icebergs: In the picturesque scenery of Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon.
- Experience Authentic Culture: Visit small local museums and take a selfie with Icelandic horses.
- See More Sea-Cliff Birds Than You Can Ever Count: Especially during June-August at Látrabjarg bird cliffs.
- Small Groups: Maximum of 20 people for a more personalized experience.
Embark on this grand adventure to explore the hidden gems and iconic landmarks of Iceland, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
To complete the booking, please contact us either on info@carisatravel.com or through whatsapp +358 44 0231136
- Accommodations: 11 nights in rooms with private showers and toilets.
- Meals: Daily breakfast (11x) and dinner(10x) to keep you fuelled and ready for adventure.
- Guided Tours: 10 days of exploration with a knowledgeable English-speaking guide who will bring the landscapes and history of Iceland to life.
- Transfers: Arrival and departure airport transfers by Flybus shuttle, ensuring a smooth journey to and from Keflavik Airport.
- Cultural and Natural Attractions:
- Discover three national parks
- Explore a lava cave in Snæfellsnes
- Ferry trip to the West Fjords
- Visit to folk and transport museum at Hnjótur
- Farm visit
- Visit to a geothermal greenhouse and horse stables
- Herring museum visit
- Whale watching tour in Eyjafjörður fjord
- Vök Baths, including towel
- Petra’s stone collection visit
- Boat trip on Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon
- Entrance to Skógar Folk Museum
- Exhibition and 4K movie at Lava Centre in Hvolsvöllur
- Free Wi-Fi on the bus to stay connected and share your experiences in real-time.
- Personal Expenses: Any personal purchases such as souvenirs, additional snacks, or other extras are not covered.
- Additional Tours and Activities: Only the activities listed in the itinerary are included. Any other tours or activities you wish to participate in will be at your own expense.
- Additional services not specified in the tour package. This could include room upgrades, special dietary requests not within the standard menu, laundry services, or other personal conveniences.
- All meals not listed under “included” in the tour package. While breakfast is provided daily, you will be responsible for most lunches and dinners, giving you the flexibility to explore local cuisine on your own.
- Single supplement (mandatory when in a single room): If you prefer to stay in a single room, a single supplement fee will be required. This fee covers the extra cost associated with providing a room for one person rather than splitting the cost between two people.
- Tips and Gratuities: Gratuities for guides, drivers, or hotel staff are not included and are at your discretion.
- Travel Insurance: Guests are advised to obtain their own travel insurance, as it is not provided as part of the tour package.
- International Flights: Flights to and from Reykjavik are not included in the package price and must be arranged by the travelers themselves.
Day 1 : Arrival Day
Individual transfer by Flybus shuttle bus from Keflavik airport to your accommodation in Reykjavik. You may explore Iceland’s capital city on your own if time allows.
Overnight Location: Fosshotel Reykjavik or similar in Reykjavík.
Day 2 : Golden Circle
We see classic highlights today on the Golden Circle Route. Start with a visit to a geothermal greenhouse and see how Icelanders grow tomatoes. Next, take a selfie with an Icelandic horse and learn about its unique qualities and history. Explore Gullfoss, the beautiful double “Golden Falls”, and walk through the active geothermal area of Geysir, where Strokkur spouts up to 25 meters (70 feet) every five to seven minutes. The next stop is the ancient Viking Parliament area and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Þingvellir National Park. The Þingvellir plain is situated on a tectonic plate boundary where North America and Europe are slowly tearing away from each other.
Overnight Location: Hotel Hamar, Borgarnes or similar.
Meals: Breakfast & dinner included.
Day 3 : Snæfellsnes Peninsula & Ferry Trip to West Fjords
Today, explore the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, which juts out from Iceland’s West Coast. Travel around the peninsula through lava fields and along the ocean with many excellent photo opportunities. Visit the popular sites at Snæfellsnes National Park, where volcanic craters, lava flows, an ice cap, glaciated peaks, fjords, sandy beaches, and high cliffs shape the landscape. Take a lava cave tour at Vatnshellir. In the afternoon, catch the car ferry Baldur from Stykkishólmur to Brjánslækur in the West Fjords, passing the island of Flatey.
Overnight Location: Fosshotel Westfjords, Patreksfjörður or similar.
Meals: Breakfast & dinner included.
Day 4 : Iceland’s Westernmost Point
Follow the coastline and stop at the folk and transport museum in Hnjótur. Continue through a remote region to the bird cliffs of Látrabjarg, the most abundant seabird cliff and the westernmost point of Iceland and Europe. Walk in the wilderness to the top of the highest bird cliff in Iceland. If weather and road conditions allow, travel to Rauðisandur beach with its endless red sand.
Overnight Location: Fosshotel Westfjords, Patreksfjörður or similar.
Meals: Breakfast & dinner included.
Day 5 : Beautiful West Fjords
Travel over mountains and along scenic fjords to the majestic fjord Arnarfjörður. Visit Dynjandi waterfall, known as the most beautiful waterfall in Iceland. Continue over a mountain pass and along the southern shores of the West Fjords. Visit Erpsstaðir, a family-run dairy farm, to taste unique ice cream and dairy products.
Overnight Location: Hotel Laugarbakki, Hvammstangi or similar.
Meals: Breakfast & dinner included.
Day 6 : Heading North
Journey around the Vatnsnes peninsula. Pass the fishing village of Hvammstangi, known as the seal capital of Iceland. Visit Hvítserkur, a mass of igneous rock on the seashore. Continue to Kolugljúfur canyon to see waterfalls cascading into the deep, rugged gorge. Visit Víðimýri to see a preserved turf church built in 1834. Continue to Akureyri, the capital of North Iceland.
Overnight Location: Sæluhús Studio Apartments, Akureyri or similar.
Meals: Breakfast & dinner included.
Day 7 : Iceland’s Northernmost Town, Whale Watching & Sea Angling
Enjoy breakfast at the botanical garden in Akureyri. Take a whale watching tour for 2-3 hours in Eyjafjörður, Iceland’s longest fjord. Travel to Siglufjörður, Iceland’s northernmost town, known as the herring capital of the North Atlantic. Visit the Herring Era Museum and taste herring along with Brennivín, Icelandic schnapps.
Overnight Location: Sæluhús Studio Apartments, Akureyri or similar.
Meals: Breakfast & dinner included.
Day 8 : Volcanic Lava Wonders and Geothermal Bathing
Explore Goðafoss, the waterfall of the Gods, and continue to Lake Mývatn, known for its bird life and volcanic lava landscapes. Visit Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall. End the day at Vök baths, a geothermal floating pool in Lake Urriðavatn.
Overnight Location: Hotel Eskifjörður or similar.
Meals: Breakfast & dinner included.
Day 9 : East Fjords
Admire the dramatic fjord landscape and tiny fishing villages in the East Fjords. Visit Petra’s rock collection, a unique treasure of rocks, crystals, and more. In the afternoon, see Vatnajökull, Europe’s biggest glacier.
Overnight Location: Fosshotel Vatnajökull, Höfn in Hornafjörður or similar.
Meals: Breakfast & dinner included.
Day 10 : Vatnajökull National Park, Glaciers & Glacier Lagoon
Visit Vatnajökull National Park, covering 14% of Iceland. Take a boat ride amongst the icebergs on Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon. Walk along the black sands of Diamond beach. Explore Skaftafell and walk close to a glacial tongue. Cross a sandy desert to reach Vík, the southernmost village in Iceland.
Overnight Location: Hotel Vík, Vík in Mýrdalur or similar.
Meals: Breakfast & dinner included.
Day 11 : The South Coast
Travel along the South Coast of Iceland, exploring Reynisfjara beach, Skógafoss waterfall, and Seljalandsfoss waterfall. Visit the Lava & Volcano Exhibition Centre. Farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Reykjavík.
Overnight Location: Fosshotel Reykjavik or similar in Reykjavík.
Meals: Breakfast & Farewell dinner included.
Day 12 : Departure Day
Individual transfer by Flybus shuttle from your accommodation in Reykjavik to Keflavik airport.
Meals: Breakfast included.
- Itineraries may be subject to change at short notice during severe weather conditions and certain outdoor activities/day trips may be canceled during the winter season in Iceland. In these rare cases, where situations of force majeure apply, excursions/activities cannot be refunded, but the local guides will try their best to find reasonable alternatives where and whenever possible.
- Accommodations are subject to change, ensuring the best experience based on availability and local conditions.
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 90 days or less before the event
- Minimum age of participants is: 8