Volcanoes and Glaciers in Iceland

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Discover the forces of nature at work in Iceland with this guided group tour that focuses on glaciers, hot springs and volcanoes in South Iceland. Iceland is one of the most geologically young and volcanic active areas in the world. Our popular Volcanoes and Glaciers tour gives you the perfect opportunity to discover the magic of these wonders, and the magnif...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Explore Reykjavík, the largest municipality in Iceland.
    • Volcanoes and Glaciers of the South of Iceland
    • Visit Eldheimar Museum and exploring flora of the new lava field
    • Explore Heimaey, the largest island in the Westman Islands archipelago
    • Visit famous Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoo
    • Witness and Discover the Marvels of Mother Nature

What's this trip about?

    Discover the forces of nature at work in Iceland with this guided group tour that focuses on glaciers, hot springs and volcanoes in South Iceland. Iceland is one of the most geologically young and volcanic active areas in the world. Our popular Volcanoes and Glaciers tour gives you the perfect opportunity to discover the magic of these wonders, and the magnificent natural landscape that surrounds them. The tour covers the major attractions of the south including the infamous Eyjafjallajökull volcano, glaciers, geysers and waterfalls as well as the beautiful Westman Islands. Witness and discover the marvels of mother nature in its purest form!

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityReykjavik
End CityReykjavik

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Iceland

Attractions

  • Blue Lagoon
  • Gullfoss
  • Reykjavík
  • Skaftafell National Park
  • Thingvellir National park

Activities

  • Bird watching
  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Hot Springs
  • Nature
  • Short Cruise

Trip includes

    • 4 day guided tour as per itinerary from/to Reykjavík
    • Accommodation 2 nights w/breakfast and w/facilities in Reykjavík
    • Accommodation 3 nights w/breakfast and w/facilities in countryside
    • 2 dinners in the countryside (day 3 and 4)
    • Entrance to Eldheimar Museum (day 2)
    • Roundtrip ferry fare to Westman Islands (day 2)
    • Entrance to Skógar Folk Museum (day 3)
    • Entrance to Eyjafjallajökull Visitor Center (day 3)
    • Jokulsarlon boat tour (day 4)

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrival in Iceland.

If your flight lands early in the day we recommend taking the time to explore Reykjavík, the largest municipality in Iceland.

Ingolfur Arnarson, the first settler of Iceland built his farm on the peninsula where Reykjavík stands today. The town got its name “Sm...

Day 2: Westman Islands

Lava Fields – Puffin Island – Magnificent lava fields

We travel along the south coast to Landeyjahöfn harbor. After arriving at the pier at Bakkafjara we take a 30 minute ferry ride to the Westman Islands. Once there, we will explore Heimaey, the largest island...

Day 3: South Shore - Skógar – Vík

Restless Volcanoes – Folk Museum

We take the ferry back from the Westman Islands and travel further on along the south shore noting the numerous glacial rivers on route to Skógar and Skógafoss waterfall. We visit with the farmers of Þorvaldseyri Farm located at...

Day 4: Kirkjubæjarklaustur – Skaftafell – Jökulsárlón

Europe's Largest National Park and Glacier – Glacial Lagoon with Icebergs

We cross Eldhraun, the largest mass of lava ever to flow on the face of the Earth before reaching the small town Kirkjubæjarklaustur, a former site of a 12th-century Catholic convent. Onw...

Day 5: Gullfoss – Geysir – Þingvellir – Reykjavik

Exploding Geysers – The beautiful Golden Falls – National Park with Geological Wonders (UNESCO)

We head for the Geysir hot spring area to see the famous great Geysir as well as Strokkur, a hot spring that spouts every few minutes. Onward we travel to Gullfoss o...

Day 6: Departure

Transfer to the airport not included.

If you did not visit the Blue Lagoon (Reservation required) on your arrival day, you might use the opportunity to stop there now on your way to the airport.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,340
Price per day$223
Last Updated: 7/16/2018

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Nordika Travel.

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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Carol

Jul 2019

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Overall very good experience

Overall very good experience. Reservations were made and places were as advertised. There was a daily itinerary with more than you could do every day, so it was up t...

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Janice

Jun 2018

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Incredible experience in Iceland

Just returned from an incredible experience in Iceland. Nordika travel and our agent Lauffey did such a great planning job for our self drive trip. Our accommodation...

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Gale

May 2018

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Fantastic Journey!!

FANTASTIC JOURNEY!! Went with a friend this past New Year's to spend New Year's in Reykjavic experiencing the most incredible fireworks and bondfires I have ever se...

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Nordika Travel is a US based tour operator specializing in travel and vacation arrangements to Iceland. They have a wide selection of vacation packages, made in partnership with local Icelandic hotels, car rental companies and tour operators.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Flights to/from the US
    • Travel insurance
    • Transfer to/from the airport
Cancellation policy

If you need to cancel your trip, please let us know as soon as possible. We will have to charge you for any losses we incur because of your cancellation. However, we will do everything we can to minimise your loss. Please note the non-refundable air tickets and non refundable hotel cost will be charged at 100%. The other vacation package charges will be charged for as below.

  • Up to 8 weeks prior to departure: Deposit or 20% of the tour package cost if higher than deposit.
  • 3-8 weeks prior to departure: 40% of the tour package cost, if higher than deposit, else deposit.
  • 2-3 weeks prior to departure: 60% of the tour package cost.
  • 0-2 weeks prior to departure – 100% of the tour package cost.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
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Age Requirements
6 years and up
Children 6-11 years sharing a room and/or traveling with a guardian will receive 25% discount from the listed price, valid when one child shares a double room with 2 adults. Children 12 years and older pay full price as adults. It is not recommended that children 0-5 years old travel on scheduled tours.
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