The Riches of the South Icelandic Coast

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES – max. 48 passengers

Saturday departures:
12 & 19 December 2026
16, 23 & 30 January 2027
06, 13, 20 & 27 February 2027
06, 13 & 20 March 2027

DAY 1 | KEFLAVIK

Arrival at Keflavik International Airport according to individual flights. For morning arrivals, the coach will transfer you to Reykjavik for free time and will pick you up in the late afternoon with the rest of the group arriving later in the day.

Meet your English-speaking tour guide, then transfer and check-in at your hotel.

Dinner and overnight at Hotel Eldhestar.

DAY 2 | SNOWMOBILE SAFARI / GULLFOSS / GEYSIR / GEOTHERMAL BAKERY (approx. 165 KM)

Breakfast at the hotel.

Start the day with a snowmobile safari on the eastern slope of Langjökull glacier. Board a monster truck with oversized wheels to reach the summit of Iceland’s second-largest glacier—thrills guaranteed! After a safety briefing and instructions, ride your snowmobile (2 people per snowmobile – drivers must hold a valid driving licence) and enjoy breathtaking landscapes and panoramic views over Icelandic plains.

Optional lunch.

Continue to the impressive Gullfoss waterfall. The “Golden Falls” take their name from the golden rainbow that often appears above the gorge in clear weather. While not Iceland’s highest waterfall, it is certainly one of its most majestic.

Proceed to the geothermal area of Geysir. The most famous geyser, which gave its name to the phenomenon, is now dormant, leaving Strokkur as the only active geyser in the area. Erupting every 5 to 7 minutes on average, it offers a spectacular natural show.

End the day with a visit to the Fontana geothermal bakery in Laugarvatn. Walk to a black sand beach where you will dig up rye bread baked underground the day before, in soil reaching temperatures up to 98°C. Taste this traditional bread served with butter and Icelandic smoked fish. Return to your hotel.

If weather conditions allow, your guide may take you around the hotel to observe the Northern Lights.

Dinner and overnight at Hotel Eldhestar.

DAY 3 | THE SOUTH COAST (approx. 290 KM)

Breakfast at the hotel.

Discover Iceland’s south coast, starting with the stunning Skogafoss waterfall. If weather permits, climb the staircase alongside the waterfall to reach the top. On sunny days, rainbows are often visible.

Continue to Solheimajökull glacier, where you may approach the glacier tongue and touch the ice. This glacier sits between mountains and an opaque meltwater basin. The ice layers reveal ash deposits from past volcanic eruptions over millennia.

Proceed to the charming village of Vik and its iconic church.

Optional lunch.

Continue to Reynisfjara, famous for its black sand beach and basalt column formations resembling organ pipes. Offshore rock formations evoke a sci-fi landscape.

Final stop at Seljalandsfoss waterfall, spectacular and unique, allowing visitors to walk behind its curtain of water (weather permitting). In winter, the stairs and paths are often covered in ice, creating a surreal atmosphere.

If weather allows, your guide may also take you out in the evening to observe the Northern Lights.

Dinner and overnight at Hotel Eldhestar.

DAY 4 | THINGVELLIR / REYKJAVIK / SECRET LAGOON 

Breakfast at the hotel.

Start with Thingvellir National Park, a key historical site where Iceland’s parliament, the Alþing, was founded in 930—one of the oldest parliaments in the world. Here you can observe the rift between the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates. This geological activity is also visible in the Silfra fissure, where crystal-clear waters offer visibility of several dozen meters underwater.

Then head to Reykjavik for a panoramic city tour. Discover the city’s highlights including the striking Hallgrimskirkja church, the lively Laugavegur street, and the Harpa concert hall—an architectural masterpiece.

Optional lunch.

End the day with a swim in the natural spring of Flúðir known as the Secret Lagoon. Built in 1891, it is the oldest swimming pool in Iceland. Generations of locals have bathed here. The water remains between 38°C and 40°C year-round. Walkways around the pool allow visitors to observe the geothermal activity feeding it. Nestled in the countryside, it is the perfect place to relax in nature. Don’t forget your swimsuit and towel.

If weather allows, your guide may take you out in the evening to observe the Northern Lights.

Dinner and overnight at Hotel Eldhestar.

DAY 5 | SNOW BIKE OPTION / LOCAL HIKING / REYKJAVIK (approx. 50 km)

Breakfast at the hotel.

Start the day with an optional snow bike tour. After a safety briefing, ride across Icelandic landscapes on a mountain bike adapted for snow. The 2-hour tour begins shortly before sunrise for a unique experience. Along the way, discover remote areas and stop at a geothermal spring where your guide will show you how underground heat can cook eggs and warm hot chocolate. Warm winter clothing required. Light lunch provided by local guides (optional activity).

Optional lunch.

In the afternoon, join an easy walk in the small town of Hveragerdi with your tour guide. Hiking boots and crampons recommended.

If weather allows, your guide may take you around the hotel to observe the Northern Lights.

Dinner and overnight at Hotel Eldhestar.

DAY 6 | EQUESTRIAN SHOW / STABLES VISIT / HORSEBACK RIDING OPTION / REYKJADALUR HIKE

Breakfast at the hotel.

Start with a visit to Eldhestar stables followed by an equestrian show introducing the famous Icelandic horse and its unique gait. Continue with a one-hour introductory horseback ride through the Icelandic countryside (optional).

Optional lunch.

In the afternoon, hike with your guide to Reykjadalur valley, where a warm river allows for bathing. The hike takes about 1 hour uphill and offers a relaxing hot spring experience. Bring swimsuit, towel, hiking boots, and crampons.

If weather allows, your guide may take you around the hotel to observe the Northern Lights.

Dinner and overnight at Hotel Eldhestar.

DAY 7 | FREE DAY / LAVA CAVE OPTION

Breakfast at the hotel.

Optional visit to a lava cave (Leitarhraun or Arnarker depending on conditions). After a short 15-minute hike across lava fields and safety instructions, explore the interior of the Earth’s crust. Discover Iceland’s powerful geology and volcanic forces. Light lunch provided by local guides (optional).

Optional lunch.

Free afternoon to enjoy the Icelandic countryside or revisit the horses at the stables.

Dinner and overnight at Hotel Eldhestar.

DAY 8| ELDHESTAR / REYKJAVIK 

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Keflavik airport.

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Excursions, activities, optional services

Day 5: Snow bike excursion including light lunch pack (minimum 4 participants / max 30 pax – minimum age 12)

Day 6: 1-hour horseback riding excursion (minimum 2 participants / max 48 pax – minimum age 7)

Day 7: Lava Cave excursion including light lunch pack (minimum 4 participants / max 30 pax – minimum age 6)

Full-board package: buffet or 2-course lunches including bread, water and tea/coffee from Day 2 to Day 7 (minimum 2 participants)

• Reduction on the full-board package if you book the Snow Bike option
• Reduction on the full-board package if you book the Lava Cave option
• Reduction on the full-board package if you book both Snow Bike and Lava Cave options