SHORTLIST

Best of Iceland

If you're looking for a fast but full visit around Iceland, this seven-day trip fits the bill perfectly. It has tons of hidden gems that you won’t find anywhere else in the world, combined with free time to experience plenty of the highlights, like erupting geysers, visiting glacier lagoons, and exploring breathtaking waterfalls and black-sand beaches. Be sure to pack your sense of adventure and get ready to feel Iceland under your feet.
Tour details
Tour Provider G Adventures
Price From
$4,214
Number of Days
7
Start Location
Reykjavik, Iceland
End Location
Reykjavik, Iceland
Age Range
Avg. 30+
Group Size
1 to 16
Tour Style
Standard
Tour Themes
Small group
Physical Rating
Moderate
Itinerary Open all
Day 1 - Reykjavik
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 - Reykjavik/Akureyri
Set off from Reykjavik after breakfast and enjoy the scenic journey to the Capital of the North, Akureyri. Explore Akureyri's old town. Enjoy optional lunch in one of the eateries in Akureyri and opt to go on a whale-watching tour.
Day 3 - Akureyri to Bakagerdi (Borgarfjörður)
Stop at Goðafoss waterfall en route to Mývatn lake. Explore lava formations of Dimmuborgir and the geothermal area of Námaskarð. Visit Dettifoss waterfall before arriving in Bakagerdi (Borgarfjörður) for a night in a local guesthouse.
Day 4 - Bakkagerdi/Hofn
Depart from the charming village of Bakkagerði and journey along the picturesque coastline through the majestic eastern fjords. As you travel toward Hofn, take in the stunning scenery and keep an eye out for breathtaking views of the Vatnajökull glacier, Europe’s largest ice cap. You will be making breathtaking stops along the way that will insure a memorable experience.
Day 5 - Hofn/Vik
Visit the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon and nearby Diamond Beach, with a chance to see seals sunbathing on the bright blue ice. Opt to check out the lagoon by boat. Continue on to Skaftafell National Park with time to explore the hiking trails or choose an optional glacier hike with glacier equipment before continuing on in the evening to the small town of Vík.
Day 6 - Vik/Reykjavik
Visit Reynisfjara beach. Continue along the Golden Circle to Drumbo. Stop at the waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Gullfoss. Explore the Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir Hot Springs and Þingvellir National Park. Arrive to Reykjavík in the early evening.
Day 7 - Reykjavik
Depart at any time.
Inclusions
  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Local guesthouse stay (Borgarfjörður)
  • Goðafoss waterfall visit
  • Mývatn lake visit
  • Dimmuborgir, and Námaskarð stops
  • Dettifoss waterfall visit
  • Vatnajökull glacier visit
  • Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon visit
  • Reynisfjara beach
  • Seljalandsfoss waterfall
  • The Golden Circle: Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir Hot Springs, and Þingvellir National Park
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Departure dates
All pp pricing is based on twin share occupancy. Single supplements will apply
Start End Availability Price NZD
07 Jun 2026 13 Jun 2026 3 $5,619
11 Jun 2026 17 Jun 2026 9 $4,214
14 Jun 2026 20 Jun 2026 8 $4,214
18 Jun 2026 24 Jun 2026 9 $4,214
21 Jun 2026 27 Jun 2026 6 $4,214
28 Jun 2026 04 Jul 2026 3 $5,619
11 Jul 2026 17 Jul 2026 5 $4,394
12 Jul 2026 18 Jul 2026 9 $4,394
16 Jul 2026 22 Jul 2026 4 $5,859
23 Jul 2026 29 Jul 2026 11 $5,859
26 Jul 2026 01 Aug 2026 13 $5,859
30 Jul 2026 05 Aug 2026 11 $5,859
01 Aug 2026 07 Aug 2026 2 $5,859
06 Aug 2026 12 Aug 2026 1 $5,859
08 Aug 2026 14 Aug 2026 1 $5,859
09 Aug 2026 15 Aug 2026 11 $4,980
13 Aug 2026 19 Aug 2026 8 $5,859
16 Aug 2026 22 Aug 2026 12 $5,859
20 Aug 2026 26 Aug 2026 14 $4,980
23 Aug 2026 29 Aug 2026 10 $4,980
03 Sep 2026 09 Sep 2026 7 $5,619
06 Sep 2026 12 Sep 2026 7 $4,776
17 Sep 2026 23 Sep 2026 18 $5,619
20 Sep 2026 26 Sep 2026 13 $5,619
01 Oct 2026 07 Oct 2026 18 $5,019
03 Oct 2026 09 Oct 2026 12 $5,019
06 Oct 2026 12 Oct 2026 13 $5,019
08 Oct 2026 14 Oct 2026 3 $5,019
11 Apr 2027 17 Apr 2027 17 $5,879
15 Apr 2027 21 Apr 2027 18 $5,879
18 Apr 2027 24 Apr 2027 18 $5,879
22 Apr 2027 28 Apr 2027 18 $5,879
25 Apr 2027 01 May 2027 18 $5,879
29 Apr 2027 05 May 2027 18 $5,879
02 May 2027 08 May 2027 18 $5,879
06 May 2027 12 May 2027 18 $5,879
09 May 2027 15 May 2027 18 $5,879
13 May 2027 19 May 2027 18 $5,879
16 May 2027 22 May 2027 18 $5,879
20 May 2027 26 May 2027 18 $5,879
23 May 2027 29 May 2027 18 $5,879
27 May 2027 02 Jun 2027 18 $5,879
30 May 2027 05 Jun 2027 18 $5,879
03 Jun 2027 09 Jun 2027 18 $6,219
06 Jun 2027 12 Jun 2027 18 $6,219
10 Jun 2027 16 Jun 2027 18 $6,219
13 Jun 2027 19 Jun 2027 18 $6,219
17 Jun 2027 23 Jun 2027 18 $6,219
20 Jun 2027 26 Jun 2027 18 $6,219
24 Jun 2027 30 Jun 2027 18 $6,219
01 Jul 2027 07 Jul 2027 18 $6,559
04 Jul 2027 10 Jul 2027 18 $6,559
08 Jul 2027 14 Jul 2027 18 $6,559
11 Jul 2027 17 Jul 2027 18 $6,559
15 Jul 2027 21 Jul 2027 18 $6,559
18 Jul 2027 24 Jul 2027 18 $6,559
22 Jul 2027 28 Jul 2027 18 $6,559
25 Jul 2027 31 Jul 2027 18 $6,559
29 Jul 2027 04 Aug 2027 18 $6,559
01 Aug 2027 07 Aug 2027 18 $6,559
05 Aug 2027 11 Aug 2027 18 $6,559
12 Aug 2027 18 Aug 2027 18 $6,559
15 Aug 2027 21 Aug 2027 18 $6,559
19 Aug 2027 25 Aug 2027 18 $6,559
22 Aug 2027 28 Aug 2027 18 $6,559
26 Aug 2027 01 Sep 2027 18 $6,559
29 Aug 2027 04 Sep 2027 18 $6,559
02 Sep 2027 08 Sep 2027 18 $6,219
05 Sep 2027 11 Sep 2027 18 $6,219
09 Sep 2027 15 Sep 2027 18 $6,219
12 Sep 2027 18 Sep 2027 18 $6,219
16 Sep 2027 22 Sep 2027 18 $6,219
19 Sep 2027 25 Sep 2027 18 $6,219
23 Sep 2027 29 Sep 2027 17 $6,219
25 Sep 2027 01 Oct 2027 18 $6,219
26 Sep 2027 02 Oct 2027 18 $6,219
30 Sep 2027 06 Oct 2027 18 $6,219
03 Oct 2027 09 Oct 2027 18 $5,879
05 Oct 2027 11 Oct 2027 18 $5,879
07 Oct 2027 13 Oct 2027 18 $5,879