Treasures of Iceland
12 days / 11 nights
Accommodation | Breakfast
During the Treasures of Iceland tour in 12 days you will see most of Iceland´s main attractions. You will drive through the magnificent East fjords with their stunning view and majestic mountains. You should still have time to take guided tours along the way he main roads to explore Iceland more closely.
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€ 964
Including accommodation, breakfast, Wi-Fi, service charges and taxes.
Around Iceland guests get 15% off food and drink menus
Special Requests
If you would like to make some changes to the itinerary or wish to stay a longer or shorter period, feel free to contact us.
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OVERVIEWTravel around Iceland by car you will experience the variation of the country in your own pace and visit places which could otherwise be difficult to reach, breathtaking viewpoints, small villages, scenic fjords, magnificant glaciers, exciting geothermal hot springs, the midnight sun and the icelandic culture. |
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Highlights
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Akureyri, the capital of northern Iceland
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Europe’s most powerful waterfall, Dettifoss and other waterfalls like Goðafoss and Gullfoss
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Snaefellsnes peninsula and Snæfellsnes glacier, lava fields and bird colonies
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The magical scenery at lake Mývatn and the fossils of Tjörnes peninsula
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Scenic fjords of East Iceland
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Geysir hot spring area in Haukadalur and Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site
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The largest glacier in Europe, Vatnajökull, Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, and Skaftafell National Park
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Day 1: ARRIVAL IN ICELAND
Arrival in Iceland. If time allows, go for a exploration walk around Reykjavík.
Overnight in Reykjavík in one of our 3-star hotels. -
Day 2: WHALE FJORD AND BORGARFJÖRÐUR
Explore the scenic Whale fjord and the saga valley Borgarfjörður with its waterfalls, hot springs and historic sites. Visit Europes most powerful hot spring Deildartunguhver.
Spend two nights in our hotels in West Iceland. -
Day 3: ICELAND IN A NUTSHELL ON SNÆFELLSNES PENINSULA
Explore the Snæfellsnes peninsula with its snow capped volcano, stunning coastline, lava fields and bird colonies. Take your time to explore the magnificent Snæfellsnes National Park and to visit the cozy town of Stykkishólmur from where you can go on boat tours around Breiðafjörður bay. -
Day 4: GLAUMBÆR TURF FARM
Drive to Skagafjörður, the valley of the horses and home of Glaumbær turf farm. Stop at the former volcano Grábrók, where you can hike up to the top and enjoy a magnificent view over the area.
Overnight three nights in our hotels in North Iceland. -
Day 5: HISTORICAL SITES OF TRÖLLASKAGI PENINUSLA
Drive to Siglufjörður, the former herring-fishing capital of Iceland, and visit the historic sites of Hólar as well as the stunning sites of Tröllaskagi peninsula. Drive further on to Akureyri, the capital of the north, and the waterfall of the gods, Goðafoss. -
Day 6: MÝVATN AREA
Go for a hike in the Mývatn area and experience the unique landscape. You can also visit the large goethermal area Námaskrað.
Optional whale watching cruise is available out of Húsavík in the evening (June - August). -
Day 7: DETTIFOSS WATERFALL
Drive around Tjörnes peninsula and visit Europe’s most powerful waterfall, Dettifoss (mid June to August). Heading east, you should pass through a large wasteland area.ast.
Overnight in Fosshotel Eastfjords. -
Day 8: EAST FJORDS OF ICELAND
Proceed further south. Enjoy your ride along the scenic East fjords. Stop in Höfn to relax in the cities swimming pool. Overnight two nights in one of our hotels in Vatnajökull region. -
Day 9: VATNAJÖKULL NATIONAL PARK
Enjoy the Vatnajökull glacier, Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon and Skaftafell National Park. Take a trip to cape Ingólfshöfði to see the puffins. Stop in Brunnhóll for a delicous glacier ice cream. -
Day 10: WONDERS ALONG THE SOUTH COAST
Drive along the south coast and witness many natural wonders such as black lava beaches, waterfalls and glaciers. The folk museum in Skogar is worth a visit, close to the impressive Skogarfoss waterfall.
Spend one night in Fosshotel Hekla or similar. -
Day 11: GEYSIR HOT SPRING AREA
Visit Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir hot spring area and Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site.
Overnight in Reykjavík in one of our 3-star hotels. -
Day 12: DEPART FOR HOME
If time allows: Enjoy Reykjavík, or explore the Reykjanes Peninsula with a stop at the famous Blue Lagoon for relaxation.
| Tour rates for 11 nights | Winter Season 01.10 - 30.04 | Shoulder Season 01.05 - 31.05 01.09 - 30.09 | Summer Season 01.06 - 31.08 |
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| Single Room | 964 EUR | 1235 EUR | 1466 EUR |
| Double Room | 1174 EUR | 1515 EUR | 1816 EUR |
| Triple Room | 1734 EUR | 2145 EUR | 2516 EUR |
Reykjavík
Located in the heart of Reykjavík, near the seafront, just walking distance of shops and attractions
Centrally located in Reykjavík, near the city's main shopping area.
3-stars hotel in the center of Reykjavík, near Hlemmur Square and Klambratún city park. (Formerly Best Western Hotel Reykjavík)
Fosshotel Reykjavík, the largest hotel in Iceland, is located within a short walking distance from downtown Reykjavík.
Grand Hotel Reykjavík is a four star superior hotel for business travelers, conference guests and tourists who demand excellent service and facilities.
Hotel Reykjavík Centrum is a 4 star hotel, located on Aðalstræti, one of Reykjavík’s oldest streets, in a newly renovated building, the oldest part of which was built in 1764.
West Iceland
The mother of country hotels, under the mysterious Snæfellsjökull Glacier, one of earth´s seven energy centers and the gateway to the center of the earth.
Romantic country hotel in the legendary settings of Reykholt in Borgarfjörður
A lovely hotel with stylish rooms on the mystical Snæfellsnes peninsula
North Iceland
A well-equipped hotel in the heart of Húsavík, within walking distance from the harbor.
The iconic natural beauty of Iceland’s Lake Mývatn is now the site of a new hotel, Fosshotel Mývatn, opened 1st July 2017
East Iceland
Fosshotel Eastfjords, set in the small village of Fáskrúðsfjörður, is an area on the Iceland's east coast, renowned for magnificent nature and landscape.
South East Iceland
In harmony with nature, located next to the largest glacier in europe
Attractive hotel in the southeast of Iceland with a spellbinding view of the magnificant glacier
South Iceland
Fosshotel Hekla, situated close to Mount Hekla in South Iceland, is surrounded by some of the country's most stunning sights including volcanoes Eyjafjallajökull and Fimmvörðuháls
Comfortable and perfectly located hotel in one of Iceland's most glorious landscapes
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For any itinerary changes, feel free to contact us at around@islandshotel.is to get an offer for your special tour. Íslandshótel reserves the right to confirm a reversed itinerary and the right to change accommodation at short notice, depending on availability. Please note that this tour does not include a rental car.