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Iceland Circumnavigation - Douglas Mawson

11 days
From Reykjavik to Keflavik
4.5 (8,262 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. Day 1

    Reykjavik

    Reykjavik
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel in Reykjavik to be confirmed)
  2. Day 2

    Reykjavik - Golden Circle & Geothermal Energy Tour to Embarkation

    Reykjavik - Golden Circle & Geothermal Energy Tour to Embarkation
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson)

    Included Activities

    • Guided Golden Circle and Geothermal Energy tour
    • Visit Gullfoss waterfall
    • Visit Geysir geothermal area
    • Visit Thingvellir National Park
    • Geothermal Energy Exhibition and Ljósafossvirkjun Power Station visit
    • Visit Sólheimar eco-village with sustainable workshops (candle-making, carpentry, weaving, soap-making)
    Landmarks
    Gullfoss
    Geysir
    Thingvellir National Park
    Ljósafossvirkjun Power Station
    Sólheimar
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  3. Day 3

    Snaefellsnes Peninsula

    Snaefellsnes Peninsula
    Meals
    Lunch (Fresh and local food at Hotel Búðir with ingredients sourced directly from local farmers and fishermen (Option 1 only))
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson)

    Optional Activities

    • Option 1 - Highlights of Snaefellsness: Visit Djúpalónssandur black pebble beach, explore Búðir village and Búðakirkja church, lunch at Hotel Búðir, hiking trails in Snæfellsjökull National Park, visit Mount Kirkjufell and nearby waterfall
    • Option 2 - Natural Wonders of Snaefellsnes: Coastal trail hike between Arnarstapi and Hellnar (2 hours), visit 8,000-year-old Vatnshellir Cave with equipment provided, lunch, visit Mount Kirkjufell and nearby waterfall
    • Option 3 - Snaefellsnes Adventure: Pufubjarg bird cliff hike, Londrangar basalt cliffs hike, Malarrif lighthouse and beach, early lunch, Eldborg crater hike, Gerðuberg Cliffs walk
    Landmarks
    Arnarstapi
    Snæfellsjökull
    Breidafjordur Bay
    Djúpalónssandur
    Búðir
    Búðakirkja
    Snæfellsjökull National Park
    Mount Kirkjufell
    Hellnar
    Vatnshellir Cave
    Pufubjarg
    Londrangar
    Malarrif
    Eldborg crater
    Gerðuberg Cliffs
  4. Day 4

    Westfjords - Patreksfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur

    Westfjords - Patreksfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Látrabjarg cliffs
    • Zodiac landing at Dynjandi waterfall
    Landmarks
    Látrabjarg
    Dynjandi
  5. Day 5

    Westfjords

    Westfjords
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson)

    Optional Activities

    • Option 1 - That Viking Thing Experience: Walk through recreated Viking area, learn about Viking ways, visit old Viking meeting place ruins, explore interactive Viking Museum with authentic hand-sewn clothing, photograph in Viking clothing, drink Icelandic Viking beer, bake Viking bread
    • Option 2 - Sandafell Mountain Hike: Hike Sandafell mountain with views over town, surrounding mountains, and water
    Landmarks
    Thingeyri
    Dýrafjördur
    Arnarfjördur
    Sandafell
  6. Day 6

    Akureyri and Húsavik

    Akureyri and Húsavik
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Godafoss Falls and soak at Mývatn Nature Baths (outdoor hot spring bathing complex with mountain views)
    • Explore Godafoss Falls, Dettifoss Falls, Mývatn region, and Krafla
    Landmarks
    Akureyri
    Godafoss
    Mývatn Nature Baths
    Dettifoss
    Mývatn
    Krafla
    Húsavik
  7. Day 7

    Grímsey Island and Húsavik

    Grímsey Island and Húsavik
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson)

    Included Activities

    • Zodiac cruising around Grímsey Island
    • Kayaking around Grímsey Island
    • Seabird photography at Grímsey Island
    • Whale watching and marine life viewing in Skjálfandi Bay
    Landmarks
    Grímsey Island
    Arctic Circle
    Skjálfandi Bay
    Húsavik
  8. Day 8

    Seyðisfjörður

    Seyðisfjörður
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson)

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll through Seyðisfjörður town discovering colorful wooden buildings
    • Hike scenic trails in the valley
    • Visit arts centre and famous blue church
    • Browse handicrafts by local artists and artisans
    Landmarks
    Seyðisfjörður
    Fjardara River
  9. Day 9

    Djúpivogur - Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

    Djúpivogur - Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson)

    Optional Activities

    • Boat excursion on Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon
    • Hike on the glacier
    • Hike to canyon visiting waterfalls
    Landmarks
    Vatnajökull National Park
    Jökulsárlón
    Diamond Beach
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  10. Day 10

    Westman Islands

    Westman Islands
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Douglas Mawson)

    Optional Activities

    • Option 1 - Eldheimar Volcano Museum & Puffin Viewing: Visit Eldheimar volcano museum with story of 1973 Heimaey eruption and Surtsey Island emergence, puffin watching at Stórhöfði cape with photo opportunities, free exploration time on island
    • Option 2 - Eldheimar Volcano Climb & Museum: Two-hour hike up volcano with views and geothermal warmth from subterranean activity, visit Eldheimar volcano museum with story of 1973 Heimaey eruption and Surtsey Island emergence, free exploration time on island
    Landmarks
    Westman Islands
    Surtsey Island
    Heimaey
    Eldheimar Volcano Museum
    Stórhöfði
  11. Day 11

    Reykjavik

    Reykjavik

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