Can you please advise which one of the tours is the best one for sightseeing. Price is not an issue.

As the name suggests on this tour we included the best of island and the must see sights. If there was anything in particular you were wanting to see please let us know and we can check this is included in our itinerary

Interested in this tour for my family next summer. Is it possible to know (very approximately) how long we would be on the transport each day?

Day 1: None Day 2: 5-6 hrs Day 3: Full day (~7-9 hrs) Day 4: 4-5 hrs Day 5: 3-4 hrs Day 6: 4.5-6 hrs Day 7: None Day 8: 11 hrs Day 9: None These durations give you a good idea of the pacing for each day, but the itinerary is designed so that the travel is broken up by plenty of scenic stops and activities along the way.

How many people on this tour? Possible to upgrade hotel accommodations?

The maximum travellers we allow on this tour is 18 travellers. This is a classic style tour which uses comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport. Our National Geographic Journeys tours makes use of what we refer to as 'upgraded accommodation' - Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.

Can I get my own room?

If the My Own room is available for your preferred departure date it should show up with the pricing in the booking page. If you do not see then this it's possible the private room option is sold out for your selected date. If you would like us to double check on a particular departure just let us know and we can review.

what is the standard of the accomodation

You will be able to find the hotels we use (or similar) listed at the end of each day on our itinerary which has been attached. These hotels are subject to change, though usually don't, and in the event that we must make changes to these hotels, we would be booking an alternative in the same service level.

How do I get to my accommodation from the airport?

You can take the Airport Shuttle or arrange for a local taxi to your hotel.

What happens if I test positive for COVID-19 before my tour?

If you test positive, you may be eligible to receive a travel credit for rescheduling.

How can I find out more about optional excursions?

You will need to inquire with your tour guide about available excursions during the tour.

What are the pre-accommodation options before the tour starts?

Pre nights can be added for 140 USD per room per night.

What should I do if I need to cancel my booking?

If you need to cancel, please inform us and we will check the terms for cancellations.

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Best of Iceland: Golden Circle & Snæfellsnes Peninsula

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Itinerary

Day 1
Reykjavik
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Cabin)
Included Activities
- Meet Your CEO and Group
Day 2
Reykjavik to Akureyri
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Sveinbjarnargerdi Country Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Whale Watching from Akureyri
- Lunch at local eateries in Akureyri
Landmarks
Eyjafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur
Day 3
Akureyri to Bakagerdi
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Guesthouse (Alfheimar Guesthouse)
Included Activities
- Godafoss Waterfall Visit
- Myvatn Geothermal Lake Visit
- Dimmuborgir Lava Fields Visit
- Námaskard Visit
- Dettifoss Waterfall Visit
Landmarks
Goðafoss Waterfall
Mývatn Lake
Dimmuborgir
Námaskard
Dettifoss Waterfall
Day 4
Bakagerdi to Hofn
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Smyrlabjorg)
Landmarks
Vatnajökull Glacier
Day 5
Hofn to Vik
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Dyrholaey)
Included Activities
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Visit
Optional Activities
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Boat Ride (5700-9800ISK per person)
- Skaftafell National Park Glacier Hike (10990ISK per person)
- Explore hiking trails in Skaftafell National Park
Landmarks
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Diamond Beach
Skaftafell National Park
Day 6
Vik to Reykjavik
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Cabin)
Included Activities
- Reynisfjara Beach
- Seljalandsfoss Waterfall Visit
- Gullfoss Waterfall Visit
- Geysir Visit
- Thingvellir National Park Visit
Landmarks
Reynisfjara Beach
Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
Gullfoss Waterfall
Geysir
Thingvellir National Park
Day 7
Reykjavik
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Cabin)
Included Activities
- Reykjavik City Tour
- Sky Lagoon Geothermal Hot Springs
Optional Activities
- Silfra Fissure Snorkelling in Thingvellir National Park (17490ISK per person)
Landmarks
Silfra Fissure
Sky Lagoon
Reykjavik City Center
Day 8
Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Cabin)
Included Activities
- Explore Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Landmarks
Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Day 9
Reykjavik
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Eyjafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur

Landmarks
Goðafoss Waterfall
Mývatn Lake
Dimmuborgir
Námaskard
Dettifoss Waterfall

Landmarks
Vatnajökull Glacier

Landmarks
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Diamond Beach
Skaftafell National Park

Landmarks
Reynisfjara Beach
Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
Gullfoss Waterfall
Geysir
Thingvellir National Park

Landmarks
Silfra Fissure
Sky Lagoon
Reykjavik City Center

Landmarks
Snaefellsnes Peninsula

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Where You'll Stay

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Hotel Cabin
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day 2
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Guesthouse
day 3
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day 4
Hotel Dyrholaey
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day 5

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Accommodation
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Carol
May 29th, 2024
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Bernhard
September 7th, 2023
Iceland is a great place to see all the different shapes volcanic land has to offer and on this tour you can explore...
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Danielle
August 16th, 2023
Awesome experience with kind and energetic tour guide. I was scared to travel this far away from home with my...
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Tina
August 7th, 2023
Great trip to a beautiful, rugged country. Would highly recommend it to anyone wishing to discover the natural beauty...
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Andrea
September 22nd, 2023
the title again says it all ...circle Iceland that what you do
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Sebastian
August 13th, 2023
Fantastic
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Patricia
May 6th, 2024
The experience was amazing. Linas was an outstanding guide. Food was fabulous and accommodations were adequate.
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Alexander
August 8th, 2023
A very enjoyable tour covering almost all of Iceland's top features. Our tour guide Ronan made the trip exceptional...
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Renae
May 13th, 2024
Great trip that I will recommend to all my friends. Hilmar was so knowledgeable and caring and most of the group have...
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Elizabeth
August 15th, 2023
Beautiful country with a variety of sites. Special trip with a highly emotionally competent guide. As a science nerd...
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Steve
Asked on January 31st, 2026
Can you please advise which one of the tours is the best one for sightseeing. Price is not an issue.
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2026
  As the name suggests on this tour we included the best of island and the must see sights. If there was anything in particular you were wanting to see please let us know and we can check this is included in our itinerary
T
Trevor
Asked on August 8th, 2025
Interested in this tour for my family next summer. Is it possible to know (very approximately) how long we would be on the transport each day?
Tour Details
Transport
- G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2025
  Day 1: None
  Day 2: 5-6 hrs
  Day 3: Full day (~7-9 hrs)
  Day 4: 4-5 hrs
  Day 5: 3-4 hrs
  Day 6: 4.5-6 hrs
  Day 7: None
  Day 8: 11 hrs
  Day 9: None
  
  These durations give you a good idea of the pacing for each day, but the itinerary is designed so that the travel is broken up by plenty of scenic stops and activities along the way.
C
Carole
Asked on April 6th, 2025
How many people on this tour? Possible to upgrade hotel accommodations?
Accommodation
Group size
- G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2025
  The maximum travellers we allow on this tour is 18 travellers. This is a classic style tour which uses comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport. Our National Geographic Journeys tours makes use of what we refer to as 'upgraded accommodation' - Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
C
Carol
Asked on March 31st, 2025
Can I get my own room?
Accommodation
- G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025
  If the My Own room is available for your preferred departure date it should show up with the pricing in the booking page. If you do not see then this it's possible the private room option is sold out for your selected date. If you would like us to double check on a particular departure just let us know and we can review.
- C
  Carol
  Traveler•Written March 2025
  I'm looking at the April 26 iceland trip. Could you double check that one for me?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025
  This tour / date and My Own Room would be on request. We recommend holding off on arranging flights and travel insurance until the trip is confirmed, as there are often cancellation/change penalties.
J
Josh
Asked on March 9th, 2025
what is the standard of the accomodation
Accommodation
- G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025
  You will be able to find the hotels we use (or similar) listed at the end of each day on our itinerary which has been attached. These hotels are subject to change, though usually don't, and in the event that we must make changes to these hotels, we would be booking an alternative in the same service level.
G
Giacomo
Asked on March 7th, 2025
How do I get to my accommodation from the airport?
Accommodation
Transport
- G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025
  You can take the Airport Shuttle or arrange for a local taxi to your hotel.
J
Joachim
Asked on March 4th, 2025
What happens if I test positive for COVID-19 before my tour?
Other
Travel Support
- G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025
  If you test positive, you may be eligible to receive a travel credit for rescheduling.
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Allison
Asked on March 3rd, 2025
How can I find out more about optional excursions?
Other
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025
  You will need to inquire with your tour guide about available excursions during the tour.
E
Elisabeth
Asked on January 17th, 2025
What are the pre-accommodation options before the tour starts?
Accommodation
- G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2025
  Pre nights can be added for 140 USD per room per night.
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Lupita
Asked on October 25th, 2024
What should I do if I need to cancel my booking?
Payments
- G AdventuresOperator•Written October 2024
  If you need to cancel, please inform us and we will check the terms for cancellations.

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Best of Iceland: Golden Circle & Snæfellsnes Peninsula

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Reykjavik

Included Activities

Reykjavik to Akureyri

Optional Activities

Akureyri to Bakagerdi

Included Activities

Bakagerdi to Hofn

Hofn to Vik

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Vik to Reykjavik

Included Activities

Reykjavik

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Snaefellsnes Peninsula

Included Activities

Reykjavik

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