Journey through the Secrets of Iceland – 8 Day Tour Package Highlights
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Discover Reykjavik's highlights and food with an insider guide02
Enjoy each day and experience with a hand-picked local expert guide03
Hunt for the Northern Lights and explore Mosfellsdalur and Esja04
Select the best hotel for you from our curated selection of hotels05
Explore stunning scenery as the Snæfellsnes Peninsula and the Golden Circle06
Explore the ethereal highlights of the southern coast - Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach, Vik Village and Seljalandsfoss WaterfallWhy we chose this tour
Our Journey through the Secrets of Iceland Tour Package takes you on an 8 day adventure to an Iceland away from the mass tourism. Iceland's uniqueness, beauty, and magic, has, in recent years made it an increasingly popular destination. Our tour package was created to provide a real Icelandic experience, led by our hand-picked truly local insider guides, food experts, and passionate story-tellers. You'll visit many of the bucket-list sites, but also go off-the-beaten track, to isolated locations, and enjoy insider experiences and interactions you would never expect. In line with Tourist Journey's concept, our Secrets of Iceland Tour Package includes hand-picked hotels, which we believe offer truly the best Icelandic hospitality, from which you can select your accommodation. The 8 day Journey through the Secrets of Iceland Tour Package is available every day and leaves with guaranteed departures.Book With Tourist Journey
- We hand-craft each tour package which we offer
- Each tour and experience is led by a true local expert full of passion
- Hassle-free experience promise. We take care of everything so you just have to enjoy
- Choose the hotels you stay at from our curated selection
- Great memories and the best stories guaranteed
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Journey through the Secrets of Iceland – 8 Day Tour Package Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Reykjavik
- Arrive in the city on your own and make your way to your hotel to rest after your journey or start your explorations independently!
- Overnight in Reykjavik.
Day 2 - Insider Reykjavik City Tour & Reykjavik Food Walking Tour
- Start your package tour with our insider tour designed to introduce you to Iceland and cosmopolitan Reykjavik with an insider expert guide.
- See the city's most famous landmarks, including the smoky Harpa Concert Hall, Hallgrímskirkja Church, and the serene Reykjavik Pond.
- Uncover hidden gems that only the locals know about, and learn about the legends, mythology, language, and history of this unique country.
- After learning about the city's physical highlights, it's time to dive into the traditional cuisine that's unique to Iceland with a walking food tour!
- You'll have a short break for lunch on your own and free time in the city before embarking on the next leg of your journey.
- Head to the city's finest restaurants to taste 10 traditional dishes that highlight the creative use of limited ingredients on this harsh island.
- Discover Reykjavik and Iceland's history as you taste singular dishes like reindeer and fermented shark along the way.
- When your tour ends, be sure to ask your guide for more recommendations on where and what to eat before returning to your hotel.
- Overnight in Reykjavik.
Day 3 - Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour
- Get away from the hustle and bustle of Reykjavik with a visit to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, one of Iceland's most popular and otherworldly landscapes.
- Visit the 4,000-year-old Beserkjahraun lava fields, the black pearl Djúpalónssandur beach, and the sheer Lónsdrangar basalt cliffs where elves are said to live.
- Stop at Mount Kirkjufell, the country's most beautiful mountain, and the nearby split Kirkjufellsfoss Waterfall for some awe-inspiring photos.
- Trek past the Snæfellsjökull Volcano, an incredible formation that is an ancient volcano and a glacier in one, over 700,000 years old.
- It's almost 5,000 feet tall and one of the country's most photographed sights, you'll get to learn about its history from your local guide.
- The day ends at the Arnarstapi fishing village, a traditionally built village with quaint stone houses that cover the streets.
- Overnight in Reykjavik.
Day 4 - Golden Circle and Secret Lagoon Tour
- Escape into Iceland's unique natural wonders with a day visiting some of its top attractions and most quintessential stops with our own twist.
- Begin with a short trek around the Kerid Crater Lake, a 3,000-year-old lake that while relatively shallow, is famous for its sparkling aquamarine waters.
- Refresh yourself with an early admission visit to the Secret Lagoon, a natural geothermal heated pool, and enjoy having the area to yourself before tourists arrive.
- Continue to the Great Geysir, the very phenomena that the English word "geyser" comes from and the first of its kind to appear in print in Europe.
- It's not only magnificent to view, but fascinating to learn about, and your guide will explain its origins.
- Stop next at the Gullfoss Waterfall, a raging cascade located in the deep canyon of the Hvítá River, and one of Iceland's most beloved natural features.
- Finish the day at Þingvellir National Park, located in a rift valley and scattered with historical wonders like ancient churches and singular rock formations.
- You'll then return to Reykjavik for the remainder of the day.
- Overnight in Reykjavik.
Day 5 - Buggy Adventure Tour
- Explore Iceland's rugged and picturesque countryside in an adrenaline-pumping buggy adventure led by an on-the-ground expert.
- You'll meet your guide and head to the start location, where you'll receive waterproof gear and get a safety briefing before heading out.
- Everyone will be riding through the muddy trails in a two-seater buggy guaranteed to get you closer to nature in a thrilling way!
- Ride through the craggy landscape of the Mosfellsdalur Valley beneath the stunning Esja Mountain, stopping along the way at scenic viewpoints chosen by your guide.
- Breaks will also include coffee and other hot drinks to revive you before you hit the trails again!
- Once done, you'll have the chance to clean up and grab another beverage before returning to the busy metropolis of Reykjavik.
- Overnight in Reykjavik (Coffee and hot drinks included).
Day 6 - Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach, Vik Village & Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
- Take a scenic journey along southern Iceland's coast, accompanied by an expert local guide. Step into the ethereal wonderland of the stunning Glacier Lagoon, fed with icebergs from one of the off-springs of the largest ice caps in Iceland, Vatnajökull.
- Take in the views of Diamond Beach, adorned with black basalt icebergs gliding through the lagoon toward the ocean that composes a unique and intricate landscape.
- Stop in Kirkjubæjarklaustur or Freysnes for a 45-minute lunch break (lunch not included)
- Explore the black sand beaches and Reynisdrangar sea stacks of Vik Village
- Discover one of the first landmarks of Iceland - Seljalandsfoss Waterfall before returning to Reykjavik.
- Overnight in Reykjavik.
Day 7 - Northern Lights Small Group Tour
- Start this day exploring the gorgeous and vibrant of the Northern Lights with a visit to the Aurora Museum in the city for some background.
- You'll hear local legends, learn the science behind this marvel, and get a quick course on how to photograph the lights themselves.
- Then leave the city in the care of expert guides that carefully track the weather to give you the best chance to see the lights.
- Stop at various locations outside of Reykjavik to admire the scenery and catch a glimpse of these elusive wonders, trying out your new photography skills.
- Along the way, you'll also be given traditional Icelandic snacks and hot coffee to keep your energy up on the hunt!
- After your explorations, return to the city for some rest and relaxation after your exciting adventure.
- Overnight in Reykjavik (Hot chocolate and refreshments included).
Day 8 - Departure
- The last day is free for your independent departure, allowing you to continue your journey onward or return home.
- Safe travels!
NB - all timings on Journey through the Secrets of Iceland – 8 Day Tour Package are approximate
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Includes
All touring and accomodation
Meals & drinks as mentioned above
1-hour guided buggy ATV tour with powerful 800 & 1000 cc off-road vehicles. All equipment is included (helmet, balaclavas, gloves, waterproof coveralls, rubber boots).
Entrance fees: Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Tour, Aurora Reykjavík entrance ticket on the Northern Lights Tour (valid for use on the tour date booked)
Jeep tour from Vik to the Katla Ice Cave. All necessary safety gear (helmet, headlamp, and crampons). You will have free time without guidance in the Village of Vík Between 3:30-7:00 pm
Excludes
Anything not mentioned above
Personal travel insurance
Gratuities
Essential Information
Each day will be led by an expert local guide to provide an enhanced experience along Tourist Journey's values.
You can choose your hotel from our hand-picked selection during the booking process.
The order of the days might change because we optimize the itinerary to provide the best experience.
Drivers for the buggies must be 17 years or older with a valid driver’s license
The minimum age required for the package is 8 years old due to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour.
The minimum age to consume alcohol in Iceland is 20
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