8 Day Classic Iceland

8-Day Iceland Adventure: Northern Lights, Golden Circle & West Iceland Wonders

Discover the raw beauty of Iceland on this unforgettable 8-day journey. From majestic waterfalls, geothermal springs, and glaciers to charming villages and Reykjavik’s vibrant culture, this tour combines adventure, relaxation, and Icelandic heritage. Stay in first-class accommodations, explore with an expert tour manager, and customize your experience with optional excursions like Northern Lights by boat, Blue Lagoon, and Into the Glacier.

DAY 1, Friday – Depart for Iceland

Depart your home city for Iceland, the land of fire and ice, as you embark on an Arctic adventure.

DAY 2, Saturday – Reykjavik & Hveragerdi, Northern Lights Search

Arrive in Reykjavik between 6–8 AM and enjoy breakfast at Reykjavik Rost. Explore the city and visit Aurora Reykjavik: The Northern Lights Center, where interactive exhibits teach you how to capture this natural wonder on camera.

Travel to the countryside to Hveragerdi, a geothermal town known for hot springs and serene landscapes. Check in to your hotel, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager, and enjoy dinner. Tonight, weather permitting, venture outside with your Tour Manager to search for the Northern Lights, a magical Arctic phenomenon.

Overnight: Hveragerdi | Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 3, Sunday – South Coast Highlights

Journey along Iceland’s stunning South Coast. Visit the Lava Center to learn about Iceland’s geology and volcanic systems. Continue to Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, where you can walk behind the cascading water if conditions allow. After lunch, stop at Skógafoss Waterfall, a spectacular cascade over a high rock escarpment, then visit the village of Vik to view its striking black sand beaches. Return to Hveragerdi for the evening.

Overnight: Hveragerdi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 4, Monday – The Golden Circle & Husafell

Explore the Golden Circle, Iceland’s most famous sightseeing route. Marvel at Gullfoss, Europe’s Golden Waterfall, and the erupting Strokkur Geysir. Relax in the Secret Lagoon, a geothermal pool with natural geysers. Visit Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the world’s oldest parliament. Conclude the day in Husafell, enjoying dinner and your overnight stay.

Overnight: Husafell | Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 5, Tuesday – West Iceland: Waterfalls, Hot Springs & Icelandic Horses

Explore Reykholt’s natural wonders, including lava fields, mineral springs, and waterfalls. Visit Sturlureykir Horse Farm to meet Icelandic horses, then see Deildartunguhver, Europe’s most powerful hot spring. Stop at Snorralaug, a historic geothermal hot spring, and admire Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls. Optional: Into the Glacier, an incredible expedition inside Langjokull Glacier. Return to Husafell for dinner.

Optional: Into the Glacier
Overnight: Husafell | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6, Wednesday – Reykjavik & Sky Lagoon Spa

Travel to Reykjavik and check in at your hotel. Relax at the Sky Lagoon, an oceanside thermal spa inspired by Icelandic nature. Optional activities include a Reykjavik Food Walking Tour, tasting traditional Icelandic foods, and the Northern Lights by boat, offering a unique chance to view the aurora over Reykjavik’s coastline.

Optional: Reykjavik Food Walking Tour | Northern Lights by Boat
Overnight: Reykjavik | Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7, Thursday – Reykjavik Leisure & Optional Blue Lagoon

Enjoy a full day at leisure in Reykjavik. Optional: Blue Lagoon Experience, a world-famous geothermal spa with warm mineral-rich waters and a silica mud mask. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner with your Tour Manager.

Optional: Blue Lagoon Comfort Experience
Overnight: Reykjavik | Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 8, Friday – Depart Iceland

Transfer to Keflavík Airport for your departure flight, taking home memories of Iceland’s majestic landscapes and natural wonders.

Meals: Breakfast

Package Includes

• Flights: Round-trip New York–Keflavik (other departure cities available)

• Accommodations: 6 nights (2 Hveragerdi, 2 Husafell, 2 Reykjavik)

• Meals: 13 (7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners)

• Sightseeing: South Coast, Golden Circle, waterfalls, geothermal spas, Reykjavik city tour

• Transportation: Modern air-conditioned motor coach, arrival transfer included

• Guides: English-speaking Tour Manager throughout

• Entrance fees: Per itinerary

• Extras: Hotel porterage, tips for included services

Special Features:

• Optional activities allow for personalized experiences: Northern Lights tours, Blue Lagoon, Into the Glacier, Reykjavik Food Tour.

• Immerse yourself in Icelandic culture, nature, and adventure while staying in first-class accommodations.