Active Iceland Tour

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8 days - Self-drive independent tour with Silfra snorkelling, glacier walking and into the volcanoes.
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous

Highlights

    • 'Inside the Volcano' tour
    • Explore Snæfellsness Peninsula
    • Go snorkelling in Silfra, in Þingvellir National Park
    • Join an unforgettable Glacier Kayak Adventure
    • Glacier walk on Svinafellsjokull Glacier Tongue in Skaftafell National Park
    • Relax at the Silica Hotel by the Blue Lagoon

What's this trip about?

    8 days - Self-drive independent tour with Silfra snorkelling, glacier walking and into the volcanoes.

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityReykjavik
End CityReykjavik

Travel Themes

  • Cycling & Biking
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Iceland

Trip includes

    • Meet & Greet service at hotel
    • Hotel pick-up for car rental
    • Rental manual car for 5 days Car type B (VW Golf or similar), with unlimited mileage, CDW insurance.
    • Accommodation outside of Reykjavik in superior hotels with private facilities and breakfast included
    • 3 night in Reykjavik Alda Hotel, breakfast included or similar
    • 1 night at the Silica Hotel, Blue Lagoon, breakfast included
    • Entry to Blue Lagoon as part of your stay at Silica
    • "Inside the Volcano" tour
    • Snæfellsness Peninsula Tour
    • Snorkelling in Silfra tour
    • Glacier Kayak Adventure
    • Glacier walk on Svinafellsjokull Glacier Tongue in Skaftafell National Park
    • 24-hour emergency service
    • Taxes and service fees The activities are seasonal and will be substituted depending on what you want to do and what is available.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive Reykjavik and transfer to your central hotel

On arrival, make your own way to the hotel. Check into your hotel and enjoy exploring this lovely capital. Be sure to check out the design stores and cool cafes in central Reykjavik.

Day 2 - Day tour exploring the inside of the Thrihnukagigur Volcano

Today you will be doing the 'Inside the Volcano' tour. You are picked up from your hotel for this 5–6 hour tour (about 35-40 minutes inside the volcano). There is a hike into the volcano and lunch provided. After arriving on location, your group will be informe...

Day 3 - Day tour to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula: Iceland in miniature

After breakfast, come on an unforgettable journey with a small group and an experienced guide to the Snaefellsnes peninsula. This area is known as "Iceland in miniature" as it is characterised by magnificent and picturesque sites: glacier-carved mountains, endl...

Day 4 - Snorkelling tour in Silfra, in Þingvellir National Park. Dive between the continents!

Pick-up your rental car this morning, and then, snorkelling in Silfra is today's adventure and one of Iceland's best-kept secrets. Iceland straddles the rift between the Eurasian and North American continental plates and you can see the rift for yourself on thi...

Day 5 - Explore the South coast of Iceland

This morning, hit the road to enjoy the attractions of the Golden Circle before the crowds (approximately 5 hours driving in total). Head to Geysir which gave its name to the international word geyser, watch the most popular geyser, Stokkur (the Churn) which er...

Day 6 - Glacier kayaking

This morning, you will go Glacier kayaking, the ultimate way to experience the magnificence of the world famous Vatnajökull National Park. This unforgettable trip enjoys unbeatable panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers and their reflection i...

Day 7 - Svínafellsjökull glacier walk and then relax at the Blue Lagoon

After breakfast, walk the Svínafellsjökull glacier tongue. Svínafellsjökull is a breathtaking outlet glacier of the Vatnajökull glacier and the scenery and views are simply stunning. You will walk through a wonderland of glacial ice sculptures, meandering throu...

Day 8 - Departure day

Drive to Keflavik International Airport and return your hire car before flying out.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $4,313
Price per day$539
Last Updated: 4/18/2024
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01 May 2024
30 Sep 2024
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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50 Degrees North is a niche, independently owned, specialist travel company that aims to give you a little more than just a holiday.

50 Degrees North specializes in holiday travel to Scandinavia, Finland, Iceland, Greenland, the Arctic. We specialize regionally, as we believe it is not possible to be good at everything. We also focus on offering the most enriching style of travel.

WHY TRAVEL WITH US?

There are many reasons to book your Nordic or Arctic holiday with us, and here are a few to think about;

You get to speak with a passionate local Scandinavian with firsthand knowledge from the region. Be sure to check us out here.

  • All our sales staff and owners are Scandinavians, and we know our home region like the back of our hand. This expertise is unique in the industry, and adds significant value to each booking, ensuring our customers have the best possible holiday experience.
  • As Scandinavians, we have a strong relationship with local suppliers and hoteliers. We contract directly with local guides, hoteliers and transport companies. There are no middlemen taking a cut, and our rates are competitive. That said; we are not in the game of competing for the cheapest available rate of the day. The personal touch and care we provide for every trip we put together goes far beyond anything offered through an online booking site.
  • We keep updated on local conditions to benefit your holiday. This may include; a) knowledge on which areas of town have building works taking place which may affect your good night’s sleep; b) knowledge of which cruise ship may be docking in small fjord villages when you happen to be there seeking peace and quiet; c) alternative transport options taking you away from the crowds.
  • 50 Degrees North has offices in Lillehammer (Norway) as well as Melbourne, (Australia) and will be able to respond to sales and operational inquiries in three time zones.
Why we love this operator
As a regional tour operator with a mostly Scandinavian staff, they are deeply familiar with the northern landscape.
What they’re known for
Speciality tours to Nordic, Russian and Arctic destinations for all types of travelers looking to explore above the 50th parallel north.

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What's excluded

    • Transfers from airport to hotel. We can arrange a private transfer if you wish. Extra car insurance, such as S-CDW and gravel protection. If you wish to hire an automatic car, these are 'on request' and can be difficult to obtain. Please seek further advice with us. Flight tickets to/from start and end points, any airport taxes, travel insurance, visas, gratitudes and any items of personal nature.
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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