Itinerary
- Day 1
Reykjavik
You'll arrive at Keflavik Airport and take the Flybus transfer to your hotel in Reykjavik. After you get settled, the afternoon and evening are open for you to wander around the city at your own pace. Your guide, who specializes in solar eclipse astronomy, will meet up with you at some point to go over what's ahead on the tour.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Reykjavik independently
- Day 2
Thingvellir - Geysir - Gullfoss - Hvolsvollur
Today you're heading out on the Golden Circle route with your guide. First stop is Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO site where you can actually see the Mid-Atlantic Rift and Thingvallavatn lake. From there, you'll head to Fridheimar to check out the Icelandic horse stables and geothermal greenhouse. Next up is Strokkur geyser, which shoots boiling water about 80 feet into the air every 5 to 7 minutes. You'll finish the day at Gullfoss waterfall before driving to your hotel near Hella.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Thingvellir National Park and see the Mid-Atlantic Rift
- Tour the Icelandic Horse Stables and Geothermal Greenhouse at Fridheimar
- Witness the Strokkur geyser eruptions at Geysir
- Visit Gullfoss waterfall
Landmarks Thingvellir National Park Mid-Atlantic Rift Thingvallavatn Lake Strokkur Geyser Gullfoss - Day 3
Eyjafjallajokull - Seljalandsfoss - Skogafoss - Reynisfjara - Hvolsvollur
This day focuses on Iceland's southern coast and its dramatic natural features. You'll see Eyjafjallajokull glacier volcano, then move on to Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls. The Skogar Folk Museum is next, where you can walk through traditional farm buildings and see historical artefacts. After that, you'll drive to Reynisfjara beach to see the striking black volcanic sands. If you're up for it, there's an optional glacier hike on Solheimajokull available. You'll head back to your hotel in Hvolsvollur by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Eyjafjallajokull glacier
- Visit Seljalandsfoss waterfall
- Visit Skogafoss waterfall
- Explore Skogar Folk Museum and Turf Houses
- Visit Reynisfjara black sand beach
Optional Activities
- Optional hike on Solheimajokull glacier (must be booked in advance - if selected, Reynisfjara beach visit will not be possible)
Landmarks Eyjafjallajokull Seljalandsfoss Skogafoss Skogar Folk Museum Reynisfjara Beach Solheimajokull - Day 4
Reykjavik
Your day starts on the Reykjanes headland where volcanic landscapes dominate the terrain. After that, you'll head to the Blue Lagoon for a soak with a complimentary drink and mud mask included, plus a towel for afterwards. Once you've had time to relax there, you'll make your way to Reykjavik and check into your hotel. Later in the afternoon, you'll travel to a prime viewing location positioned directly on the eclipse path. By 17:48:15, the total solar eclipse begins, and you'll experience roughly one minute of totality on August 12, 2026.
Included Activities
- Visit to Reykjanes headland (volcanically active area)
- Blue Lagoon entrance with comfort level access, complimentary drink, mud mask, and towel
- Total solar eclipse viewing from optimal location (64°08'50.1"N 21°54'26.4"W) with eclipse glasses provided
Optional Activities
- Walk into Reykjavik for dinner and celebratory drink after eclipse viewing
Landmarks Reykjanes Headland Blue Lagoon - Day 5
Reykjavik to Keflavik Airport
Your last morning in Iceland, you'll have time to grab breakfast and pack up. The Flybus transfer to Keflavik Airport is included, so you'll head out to catch your flight home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
