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5 days - Independent stopover tour of Iceland in the glory of summer.
Join us for a summer escape to the land of ice and fire in the middle of the North Atlantic. We will take you out to see the most famous sights around the Golden Circle and the South Coast of Iceland. To get you into the holiday mood, stop at the Blue Lagoon for a soak in the warm healing waters on the way into Reykjavik.
We can adapt this itinerary around the length of your Iceland stopover.
- Day 1
- Arrive in Iceland and visit Blue Lagoon
- Day 2
- Round trip day tour visiting the Geysir Hot Spring, Gullfoss Waterfall and Þingvellir National Park
- Day 3
- Round Trip day tour to see Skógafoss Waterfall, Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, Reynisfjara Black Beach and Sólheimajökull Glacier
- Day 4
- Reykjavik - optional activities such as 'Inside the Volcano' tour
- Day 5
- Depart Reykjavik
- Start/End Place
- Reykjavik, Iceland
- Country Visited
- Iceland
- Duration
- 5 Days
- Start Date
- Flexible
- Travel Style
- Independent
- Suitability
- Independent holiday with moderately active activities and no luggage handling included
- Code
- 50DN0435
As a Certified B Corporation, 50 Degrees North has designed this tour using handpicked local hoteliers and suppliers who share our ethos of delivering services and activities of high social and environmental standards.
The CO2-e per person per day of all tours is carefully measured following each season. We fully offset all emissions of our tours on your behalf, and we constantly look at ways to reduce emissions where possible.
Details
Transportation
Day tours in minivan, private transfer from the airport to city via Blue Lagoon
Included
- 4 nights at centrally located 4 star hotel in Reykjavik
- Entrance to Blue Lagoon
- Meet & Greet service at hotel
- Daily breakfast
- Golden Circle small group day tour
- South Coast small group day tour
- Private transfers to/from the Keflavik airport
- 24-hour emergency service
- Taxes and service fees
Not Included
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Gratitudes and items of personal nature
- Travel insurance
- International or domestic flights
Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive in Iceland and visit Blue Lagoon
Arrive into Keflavik airport and take a private transfer to Blue Lagoon. Your flights generally arrives early in the morning so this is a nice way to refresh and relax before your check in time in Reykjavik. Your driver will wait for you at the Lagoon for a 3-h visit.
Afterwards, continue into Reykjavik. Our local guide will meet you at the hotel, and go through the program with you, give you the best restaurant tips and ideas on what to do and where to go. The evening is yours to explore this compact city. Be sure to check out the Harpa Opera house on the harbour.
Accommodation
Alda Hotel or similarRestaurants
Attractions
Day 2 - Round trip day tour visiting the Geysir Hot Spring, Gullfoss Waterfall and Þingvellir National Park
Small group day tour to the Golden Circle region. Visit all three attractions of the famous Golden Circle with added visits to family farms and the Kerið Crater Lake. You will be picked up by small minivan and explore Þingvellir National Park. The home of Iceland’s ancient Viking parliament and listed as a UNESCO’s World Heritage site will be our first stop. There you will take a walk to experience firsthand the geological phenomenon that is the Mid-Atlantic ridge before visiting Gulfoss the Golden Waterfall and Geysir spouting water sometimes up to 40m high.
Stops will also be made at Efstidalur dairy farm, known for its organic homemade ice cream and
Friðheimr tomato farm where you can purchase lunch. Return to Reykjavik in the late afternoon.
Meals
1 BreakfastTransportation
8 - 9 hour duration with comfort stops.Accommodation
Alda Hotel or similarDay 3 - Round Trip day tour to see Skógafoss Waterfall, Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, Reynisfjara Black Beach and Sólheimajökull Glacier
Today, travel to the south coast of Iceland with its black beaches, picturesque waterfalls and magnificent glaciers. On our way you will witness the many sides of Icelandic nature and culture. Gljúfrabúi waterfall and Seljalandsfoss waterfall are the first stops. Skógafoss waterfall is the next stop.
Then visit Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach and watch the powerful North Atlantic waves as they crash on to the black sand. Next visit Sólheimajökull Glacier with an opportunity to step onto the ice before returning to Reykjavik.
Meals
1 BreakfastAccommodation
Alda Hotel or similarDay 4 - Reykjavik - optional activities such as 'Inside the Volcano' tour
Today is a free day in Reykjavik, an easy city to explore on foot or bike. Feel the fresh air on your face with a visit the harbour and perhaps enjoy a food tour of this small capital. If you're interested in experiencing the city's thriving coffee culture, head to the main street, Laugavegur, to enjoy its various shops and cosy cafes.
Optional day tours include the 'Inside the Volcano' tour which we would recommend booking before you travel.
Meals
1 BreakfastAccommodation
Alda Hotel or similarAttractions
Day 5 - Depart Reykjavik
Breakfast at your hotel, and private transfer to the airport.
Meals
1 BreakfastDates & Prices
All prices listed are per person. 2025 price is early indicative.
Dates
Valid From
Valid To
From Price
Status
Accommodation
1 May 2025
30 Sep 2025
30 Sep 2025
1 May 2025
30 Sep 2025
NZD 3,760
On request
Standard
1 May 2025
30 Sep 2025
30 Sep 2025
1 May 2025
30 Sep 2025
NZD 2,625
On request
Extra for Single
Important Information
This itinerary can be shortened according to your stopover plans. Your flight is likely to arrive in the early morning - we can pick you up at the airport, whisk you to the Blue Lagoon for an early dip and store your luggage before travelling into Reykjavik (60 mins drive away).
Please note that the authorities of Reykjavik City have banned bus traffic in the city centre. Hence for small group activities, pick-up will be from a bus stop close to your hotel.
Lunch can be purchased along the way during the day trips or bring your own. Boots can also be hired if necessary.
The program is flexible and can be tailored to your preferences.
Gallery
Interactive Tour Map
Inspiration
Blue Lagoon Iceland Handy Tour Tips
Soak in a lava field & fine dine in your dressing gown - make the most of your visit to the Blue Lagoon.
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Travel insurance is compulsory for all tours with 50 Degrees North. The safety of our travellers, staff and operators is a major priority of 50 Degrees North. With an operational office in Norway, 50 Degrees North has access to an up-to-the-minute flow of information regarding the countries we work in. We are also in regular contact with the various operators we use. Their in-depth knowledge and understanding of their various areas is vital.