Iceland Highlands & Heritage
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Kick off in Reykjavik and return there at the finish on this 10–day loop through Iceland’s highlands and headline sights. You’ll dip into Viking history at Hella’s caves and Hjalparfoss, then hike the colourful geothermal slopes of Kerlingarfjöll. Expect remote crossings on Sprengisandur, relaxing soaks at Mývatn Nature Baths, and volcanic icons around Lake Mývatn – Dimmuborgir, Hverfjall and Grjotagja. Trace the Diamond Circle for Husavik, Ásbyrgi and roaring Dettifoss, with time in Akureyri for culture or whale watching. Traverse the Kjölur route, hike Landmannalaugar’s rhyolite peaks, and round off with Golden and South Coast highlights – waterfalls, glaciers, ziplines and geysers.
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Tour Overview
Duration
10 daysHotel Rating
3-4 star hotelsStarts
ReykjavikEnds
ReykjavikMinimum Age
6 years oldMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Iceland that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
NoDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Yes - English speaking guide.Country
IcelandPassengers
€23,240.00
€6,972.00
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max Private Tour
Trip Type
Private Tours
Range
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
Demands a higher level of physical effort, including extended walking, hiking, or more challenging terrain. You must be able to walk around 5-kilometres without stopping and on overland trips, you must be able to manage steps up into overland trucks.
Tour Guide
Yes - English speaking guide.Group Size
Min 2 / Max Private TourRange
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
Demands a higher level of physical effort, including extended walking, hiking, or more challenging terrain. You must be able to walk around 5-kilometres without stopping and on overland trips, you must be able to manage steps up into overland trucks.
Trip Type
Private ToursTour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Reykjavik to Hella
You begin your Icelandic journey with pick up from Reykjavik city centre, then embark on the Viking Circle, travelling from Reykjavik to Hella. Along the way, explore the historic Caves of Hella, visit Hjalparfoss Waterfall, and call at the Commonwealth Farm for a glimpse of Iceland's early settlement heritage. You finish the day in the Hella area - overnight at LandHotel or similar.
Day 2 - Gullfoss to Selfoss
Visit Gullfoss Waterfall, then continue into the Kerlingarfjöll highlands to hike through its geothermal landscapes and colourful terrain - ending the day with an overnight at Highland Base in the Selfoss area.
Day 3 - Geothermal Hot Springs & Myvatn
Today, you will travel the remote Sprengisandur route through Iceland's central highlands - a direct crossing of the interior. After the drive, you can enjoy the chance to unwind in the geothermal waters of Jarðböðin Hot Springs. Overnight at Berjaya Mývatn or similar.
Day 4 - Exploring Lake Myvatn
You spend the day exploring Lake Mývatn's volcanic highlights - Höfði's lava pillars along the shore, the striking Hverfjall crater, the dramatic lava fields of Dimmuborgir and the fissure cave at Grjotagja. Set on an active geological rift, the area offers impressive evidence of recent volcanic and geothermal forces, with time for short walks and viewpoints at each stop. Overnight at Berjaya Mývatn or similar.
Day 5 - The Diamond Circle
From Mývatn, you follow the scenic Diamond Circle route, exploring Husavik, Tjörnes, Ásbyrgi and Dettifoss on today's day trip. You return to Berjaya Mývatn for the night.
Day 6 - Godafoss & Akureyri Leisure Time
Visit Goðafoss - the Waterfall of the Gods - then continue to Akureyri to enjoy the northern town's cultural charms. In your free time, you can opt for a whale watching tour or unwind at Forest Lagoon. Overnight at Berjaya Akureyri.
Day 7 - Return to Selfoss
You travel across the remote Kjölur Highland Road - a rugged route through the highlands - then arrive at Highland Base to unwind with a relaxing soak in the hot springs. Overnight at Highland Base or similar.
Day 8 - Hiking Landmannalaugar
You spend the day exploring Landmannalaugar - renowned for its colourful rhyolite peaks - on a rewarding hike through this striking volcanic landscape. After the walk, soothe your tired muscles in natural hot springs before settling in for the night at LandHotel.
Day 9 - South Coast Glacier Hike & Zipline
Set out from LandHotel for a full day exploring Iceland's South Coast - a landscape shaped by volcanoes and ice. You visit the region's key highlights, then step up the adventure with a zipline and a glacier hike. After an active day on the coast, we return to LandHotel for the night.
Day 10 - Golden Circle & Reykjavik
We conclude with the Golden Circle - taking in Hvita Canyon, the Geysir geothermal area, a stop at Friðheimar, and Þingvellir National Park, the historic seat of Iceland's parliament on the rift between the North American and Eurasian plates. We then return to Reykjavik for the night at Berjaya Hotel Marina.
Please Note: Accommodation is included tonight - please ensure your departure flights are booked for the day after the tour ends - contact us for more information.
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Hotels
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