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Essential Winter in Iceland Tour

PRIVATE/GROUP TOUR - 7 DAY SAMPLE ITINERARY

FROM £$ 8335

Private/Group Tour Highlights

  • Embark on a horseback riding tour through a small forest at Holmsheidi and the bizarre lava formations of Raudholar.
  • Explore the exceptional geological beauty of Snaefellsnes' craters, lava fields, hidden coves and bizarre rock formations.
  • Visit the beautiful Thingvellir National Park and learn about the geothermal area of Geysir and the spectacular Gullfoss waterfall.
  • Walk along the famous Reynisfjara beach, widely considered to be the most beautiful examples of Iceland's black sand beaches.
  • Soak in the lagoon's milky geothermal water at Iceland's iconic Blue Lagoon.
  • Feel like you're at the end of the world while on the ruggedly beautiful Reykjanes peninsula with its hot springs, tectonic rifts, volcanic craters and raw lava fields.
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Tour Overview

For those who wish to experience Iceland but are limited on time, Yampu Travel experts have crafted the Essential Winter in Iceland Tour, a fun-filled 7-day winter journey through all of the can’t miss wonders in the Land of Fire and Ice. From Iceland’s signature Blue Lagoon geothermal spa to the ruggedly beautiful Reykjanes peninsula with its moon-like landscape, travelers will check off all of the essential Iceland attractions.

The tour starts off with two of Iceland’s most sought out wonders. Straight from the airport, travelers will visit the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa to relax after a long international flight and soak in the natural mineral waters before setting off on a hunt for the famed Northern Lights that evening.

After an enchanting evening filled with the colorful lights of the aurora borealis dancing in the night sky, voyagers will then explore ancient lava formations with a trusty steed, Iceland’s signature animal, the Icelandic horse. Moving on to Snaefellsnes Peninsula, explorers will take in the region’s exceptional geological beauty with hidden coves, lava fields, and craters before mingling with a local family who will prepare an Icelandic meal to enjoy together.

Makin sure to hit all of Iceland’s must-sees, travelers will embark On the Golden Circle tour, to visit the beautiful national park of Thingvellir, the geothermal area of Geysir, and the spectacular Gullfoss waterfall before moving on to the southern coast to enjoy the black sand beaches and puffin colonies. Before heading off to the airport, the tour ends with a visit to Reykjanes Peninsula’s endless lava fields hot springs, tectonic rifts, and volcanic craters.

 

Note;

For the best Northern Lights experience, this itinerary is best operated during the Icelandic winters when viewing conditions are prime.

Inclusions
Price includes domestic and regional flights within the itinerary; all hotel accommodations including daily continental or buffet breakfast and daily city tax; all transfers between airports and hotels with assistance and baggage handling; guided tours in English including entrance fees.
Exclusions

International airfare (unless specifically included), airport departure taxes that must be paid on-site, gratuities, meals not mentioned, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages with meals, early / late check-out, room service, visa fees/services, and other personal items or services not mentioned.

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Package Price: From £$ 8335

Prices shown above are per person. Hotel categories do not adhere strictly to international ratings; Yampu has evaluated the hotels according to destination and availability. Prices include local airfare (where applicable), hotel accommodation including daily breakfast; all transfers with baggage handling, all guided tours in English and all entrance fees.

Please note that prices are subject to change based on availability and seasonality, especially during the holiday season from December 20th through January 5th each year. Please contact a Yampu Travel Specialist for more information on best times to travel.

Trip Type:

All our trips are operated on a private basis unless specified otherwise. This is only a sample itinerary; your Yampu Tour Consultant will personalize this trip for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!

Tour Itinerary

Day
1

International Flight to Iceland

Overnight International Flight to Keflavik, Iceland.

Overnight International Flight to Keflavik, Iceland.

Day
2

Private Blue Lagoon and Group Northern Lights Tour

Your Iceland adventure gets off to a great start, heading straight from the airport to the Blue Lagoon. The Blue Lagoon offers visitors a chance to rekindle their relationship with nature whilst soaking up scenic beauty and breathing in pure fresh Icelandic air. This unique spa features a huge outdoor lagoon filled with geothermal hot water whose active ingredients (namely: natural mineral salts, white silica and blue green algae) have become internationally known for providing visitors with an unforgettable bathing experience. You will be privately transferred to your hotel after this wonderful relaxing experience. The 45-minute drive between the Blue Lagoon and Reykjavik takes you through a great lava field, making it not only a transfer, but also a sightseeing adventure.

In the evening, after settling into your hotel, take part in a group Northern Lights tour!

Imagine standing outside in the frosty Icelandic winter night, dressed warmly and looking up to the sky to find enormous streaks of green lights moving across the sky. Seeing this incredible nature display of glowing colours dancing above your head is a sight you'll never forget!

We prefer not to drain the magic of this phenomenon by telling you all about the physics behind it, we'll leave the explaining to your guide on the tour. You will be collected by your guide and drive outside the city where there is no light pollution. Here you will have a chance to enjoy this amazing show of lights with your friends or loved ones. The fleeting nature of the Northern Lights explains the constant changing location for this tour, we basically go where mother nature tells us to go each night.

Note: If the forecast does not look promising, we will reschedule your tour for a brighter night.
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Day
3

Group Afternoon Viking Horses Tour

This afternoon's horseback riding tour takes you through a small forest at Holmsheidi and the bizarre lava formations of Raudholar, which are clusters of 5200-year-old pseudo craters.
You will start with a short riding lesson and end the tour with light refreshments at our Viking Horses stables, including deep-fried sweetbread "kleina", coffee, tea and hot chocolate.

This afternoon's horseback riding tour takes you through a small forest at Holmsheidi and the bizarre lava formations of Raudholar, which are clusters of 5200-year-old pseudo craters.
You will start with a short riding lesson and end the tour with light refreshments at our Viking Horses stables, including deep-fried sweetbread "kleina", coffee, tea and hot chocolate.

Day
4

Group Snaefellsnes Peninsula Tour

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Snaefellsnes is an area of exceptional geological beauty - craters, lava fields (some more recent than others) idyllic, hidden coves and bizarre rock formations all lie in wait to be explored and discovered. Local legends and folk stories abound and are an essential element of this multifaceted tour. The day would not be complete without an Icelandic home-cooked meal along with some local interaction - so, naturally, this is also included, as are some light snacks and bottled Icelandic water. A fabulous tour that really hits the spot when it comes to observing volcanic phenomena, discovering Iceland's dramatic coastline and experiencing a more spiritual and mystical side of Iceland. ...read less

Day
5

Private Golden Circle Tour

The Golden Circle needs little introduction - it is, without doubt, the most famous sightseeing route in Iceland. For those that want to avoid the big buses and crowds, a private tour is a great option! On the Golden Circle tour, we visit the beautiful national park of Thingvellir, the geothermal area of Geysir and the spectacular Gullfoss waterfall. On your private tour, you have the flexibility of choosing how much time you spend at each place and our guides will show you some hidden treasures as well.

The Golden Circle needs little introduction - it is, without doubt, the most famous sightseeing route in Iceland. For those that want to avoid the big buses and crowds, a private tour is a great option! On the Golden Circle tour, we visit the beautiful national park of Thingvellir, the geothermal area of Geysir and the spectacular Gullfoss waterfall. On your private tour, you have the flexibility of choosing how much time you spend at each place and our guides will show you some hidden treasures as well.

Day
6

Private South Coast Tour

The south coast of Iceland is a magical area filled with adventure opportunities. Vast black lava beaches as far as the eye can see, majestic waterfalls, rugged rock formations and enchanting glacier tongues, all within an arm's reach. With the Atlantic Ocean to the south and a huge ice cap to the north, as well as two mighty glacier rivers to the east and west, the scenery is simply breathtaking and is one of Iceland's best road trips.

Your private tour means that the day will be fully tailored to your interests, and no two south coast tours are exactly alike. However, there are certain signature attractions you can expect to see. Perhaps the most well known is Reynisfjara beach, widely considered to be the most beautiful examples of Iceland's black sand beaches. As you walk along the jet black sand, you will immediately spot the Reynisdrangar rocky sea stacks which, according to legend, are trolls turned to solid stone at sunrise as they tried to drag ships from the ocean to the shore. You will also visit the charming coastal village of Vik i Myrdal, whose picturesque church enjoys glorious ocean views. Nearby is Dyrholaey; a 120m (400 ft)-high natural rock arch also serves as a bird sanctuary, and every summer, thousands of visitors and birdwatchers alike flock here to observe puffins in their natural habitat. You can also expect to see some of Iceland's most impressive waterfalls, including Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss, where you'll find a winding staircase leading to the top of the falls, offering a birds' eye view of this natural marvel.
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Day
7

Private Reykjanes Peninsula Tour

This tour will take you around the ruggedly beautiful Reykjanes peninsula with its hot springs, tectonic rifts, volcanic craters and other moon-like landscapes. The endless lava fields in the raw and mysterious surroundings will make you feel like you're at the end of the world! On a peninsula where lighthouses outnumber villages, we will also visit the Krysuvik geothermal area where you'll get to see mud springs in all different colors, and watch mud boil in the ground heated by the underground volcanic activity. This breathtaking area with its rugged treeless landscape is located directly on the Mid-Atlantic ridge is something you can't experience anywhere else in the world!

As you travel through the Reykjanes Peninsula, you'll catch your last glimpse of Iceland's mossy lava fields and desolate volcanoes before arriving at Keflavik International Airport. Your guide will ensure that you are at the airport 2-3 hours before your departure from the land of fire and ice.

International Flight Home
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Keflavík, Iceland

Snæfellsnes, Iceland

Hella, Iceland

Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland

Places You'll See

  • Keflavik

    Serving as the main starting point for international travelers arriving via Keflavik International Airport, Keflavik serves as the perfect introduction to Iceland. Much smaller than Iceland’s capital of Reykjavik, Keflavik was founded as a fishing port and fish processing center. Come World War II, the tiny fishing village became home to an important allied military base that is now Iceland’s international airport. Visitors will appreciate the quaint atmosphere, numerous museums including Viking World, and the Icelandic Museum of Rock N Roll.

  • Reykjavik

    The perfect starting point of any Iceland itinerary is the country’s capital, Reykjavík. both cosmopolitan and small-town, Reykjavík is a flourishing city with a long history with many monuments new and old throughout its center. Admire the striking, modern Hallgrimskirkja church and trace back the Island’s Viking history at the National and Saga museums. No trip to Iceland is complete without a long soak at the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa, just outside of the city.

  • Hella

    Located along the famous Ring Road, the famous route that hits many if Iceland’s Highlights, is a small town filled with character. Though the town has a tiny population of just over 800 residents, Hella provides needed comforts and serves as a central spot to take in Southern Iceland’s beauty. Enjoy salmon fishing in the river Rangá that snakes through the town and make friends with the famous Icelandic horses just outside the village. Adventurers will enjoy exploring the nearby glaciers and waterfalls and discovering the mysteries of Hekla Volcano.

  • Grindavik

    Located on the southern end of the geothermal Reykjanes Peninsula is the small fishing village of Grindavik. Home to the Iceland’s largest attraction, the Bllue Lagoon geothermal spa, Grindavik welcomes travelers from around the globe. Aside from relaxing at the lagoon, adventurers can enjoy the region’s gorgeous landscape via ATVs or horseback riding, fishing and trekking

Hotel Options

4 Star Properties

Reykjavik : Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel, Curio Collection By Hilton

Hella : Hotel Ranga

Testimonials

Sally I.

Traveled October 2017

All we could have hoped for

We are having a wonderful time and our guides, especially Luis, have been delightful. Hiking the trail together was fantastic, all we could have hoped for.

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R

Traveled May, 2014

Everything you arranged was perfect to the last detail

Everything you arranged was perfect to the last detail. The hotels were all nice. My favorite was probably Remota, in Puerto Natales, Chile. Their food was excellent, tour guides and drivers are all professionals. I learned a lot.

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Kurt & Rosabel, family of 5

Traveled August, 2010

I consider using your company again

The trip was fantastic. No complaints about the accomodations and I was truly impressed with the transportation arrangements. The guides from the various companies were courteous, polite and extremely helpful whenever a problem arose. The atmosphere on the Caribbean coast (Tortuguero) was completely different from that encountered on the Pacific coast (Guancaste), as was each location along the way. I honestly can’t say I preferred on spot over the others, though perhaps I was little more outspoken about the comforts of Arenal Springs compared to rest. The two beach spots along the Pacific were memorable for the ocean and all the things we did there.All the above said, I have no problem recommending your firm, and yourself in particular, to any of my friends and acquaintances regarding having you help them with their travel plans. Indeed, I have done so repeatedly today and will continue to do so into the future. It also goes without saying that I consider using your company again when Rosabel and myself start planning our next vacation or adventure trip.

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