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Iceland Circumnavigation - M/V Sylvia Earle

10 days
Start and end in Reykjavik
4.5 (9,359 reviews)

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Nature & Wildlife
Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Reykjavik

    Reykjavik
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
  3. Day 2

    Reykjavik to Grundarfjordur

    Reykjavik to Grundarfjordur
    Meals
    Dinner (Captain's Welcome Dinner)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Half-day city tour of Reykjavik
    • Captain's Welcome Dinner
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  4. Day 3

    Grundarfjordur - Snaefellsnes Peninsula

    Grundarfjordur - Snaefellsnes Peninsula
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of shark museum at Bjarnarhofn with cured shark tasting
    • Visit to Stykkisholmur old town
    • Views of Mount Kirkjufell
    Landmarks
    Mount Kirkjufell
    Snaefellsjokull
    Breidafjordur Bay
  5. Day 4

    Westfjords Region

    Westfjords Region
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Optional Activities

    • Zodiac cruising
    • Hiking and nature walks
    Landmarks
    Vigur Island
    Isafjaroardjup
  6. Day 5

    Westfjords - Hornstrandir Peninsula

    Westfjords - Hornstrandir Peninsula
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Optional Activities

    • Zodiac cruising
    • Wildlife observation
    Landmarks
    Hornstrandir Peninsula
  7. Day 6

    Westfjords - Patreksfjordur to Latrabjarg

    Westfjords - Patreksfjordur to Latrabjarg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Coach excursion to Latrabjarg cliffs
    • Seabird watching at Latrabjarg

    Optional Activities

    • Kayaking in peaceful waters surrounded by towering mountains
    • Walks and hikes of varying difficulty levels
    • Visit to abandoned herring museum in Djupavik
    • Local delicacies sampling
    Landmarks
    Latrabjarg Cliffs
    Patreksfjordur
    Isafjordur
    Djupavik
  8. Day 7

    Grimsey Island - Husavik

    Grimsey Island - Husavik
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Zodiac cruising around Grimsey Island
    • Seabird photography opportunities
    • Whale watching in Skjálfandi Bay

    Optional Activities

    • Kayaking around Grimsey Island
    • Walking on Grimsey Island
    • Crossing the Arctic Circle
    Landmarks
    Grimsey Island
    Arctic Circle
    Skjálfandi Bay
    Husavik
  9. Day 8

    Hjalteyri

    Hjalteyri
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Optional Activities

    • Kayaking
    • Cold-water snorkelling
    • Diving with geothermal vents
    • Art gallery visits
    Landmarks
    Hjalteyri
    Eyjafjordur
    Akureyri
  10. Day 9

    Seydisfjordur - Skalanes

    Seydisfjordur - Skalanes
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Seydisfjordur
    • Visit to Skalanes

    Optional Activities

    • Hiking trails in Seydisfjordur valley
    • Visit to blue church
    • Arts centre visit
    • Cinema visit
    • Shopping for local handicrafts
    • Zodiac cruising around Skalanes
    Landmarks
    Seydisfjordur
    Skalanes
  11. Day 10

    Westman Islands to Reykjavik

    Westman Islands to Reykjavik
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle)

    Included Activities

    • Sailing past Surtsey Island
    • Visit to Heimaey island
    • Visit to Eldheimar museum

    Optional Activities

    • Hike up Eldfell volcano
    • Weather station visit for bird-watching
    • Zodiac cruising around the islands
    Landmarks
    Westman Islands
    Surtsey Island
    Heimaey
    Eldfell

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Rating
4.5 (9,359 reviews)
Response time
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Explore! Ship

  • Sylvia Earle
    Sylvia Earle
    Due to sail in October 2021 our new ship honours the highly accomplished marine biologist, oceanographer and explorer, Sylvia Earle. As the… Read more
    Capacity
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    2021
    Guests
    126
    Crew
    Length
    104 m / 341 ft
    Width
    Suites
    74
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    Gross Tonnage
    Electricity
    Beam
    Cruising Speed
    10-12 Knots
    Generators
    Engines
    Draft

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  • Elizabeth4.7October 2025
    Our tour guide, Einer, was absolutely fantastic! He was very knowledgeable and personable. He also interacted with...
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  • Michael4.7December 2026
    Great variety of walks
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