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Iceland: The Golden Circle & Ring Road

11 days, 6 cities  |  Loading prices

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Why go?

This is it. This is the ultimate Iceland itinerary. You’ll leave no stone unturned, no glacier un-gawked, and no waterfall un-admired. If it’s on your Iceland bucket list, it’s probably on this trip.

What you'll get

  • Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book ’em yourself)
  • 9 nights in handpicked accommodations
  • 9 breakfasts
  • 2 lunches
  • 3 dinners
  • Expert Tour Director
  • 24/7 support
  • Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon cruise
  • Entrance to  Mývatn Nature Bath
  • Insider tours of Siglufjörður and Víðgelmir lava tube

Picture yourself

  • Oohing and aahing your way around the Golden Circle
  • Indulging in the ultimate spa moment at the Blue Lagoon
  • Exploring waterfalls, glaciers, and more along Ring Road
  • Sticking your feet in black sand on Iceland’s south coast
  • Spotting whales as you cruise through a fjord

Itinerary

Day 1: Overnight flight

Board your overnight flight, bound for Iceland. Sit back, relax, and learn how to say ‘vaðlaheiðarvegavinnuverkfærageymsluskúraútidyralyklakippuhringur’, the longest word in Icelandic.

Day 2: Arrive in Reykjavik + optional Blue Lagoon visit

Welcome to Iceland, the "Land of Fire and Ice,” and the home of active volcanoes, striking glaciers, really tall people descended from Vikings, and really tiny horses.

Today’s highlights
  • Meet an EF representative and fellow travelers as they arrive at the airport. 
  • Transfer to your hotel to check in and check out your room. 
  • Enjoy a Welcome Lunch with fellow travelers at an authentic local spot. 
  • Get familiar with Reykjavik on an introductory walk with your Tour Director through the Old Town Center.
Travel questions?

Chat with a Trip Expert!

1-800-766-2645
Monday–Thursday, 9am–7pm ET
Friday, 9am–5:30pm ET

Special Black Friday Hours:
Thursday, November 14: 9am–7pm ET
Friday–Saturday, November 15–16: 9:30am–5pm ET

Accommodations

We handpick every accommodation and focus on locations and properties where local culture is at your doorstep. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used properties for this tour.

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Hotel Klettur

This contemporary hotel is located in the Hlíðar neighborhood of Reykjavik. Guests will enjoy a sleekly designed common space, comfortable rooms, and a modern hotel bar. Nearby guests will find the ever-instagramable Rainbow...

Hotel Nordurland

This hotel is located near the shores of Eyjafjörður in Akureyri. Guests will enjoy access to an on-site bar, communal spaces, and comfortable accommodations. Nearby, you’ll find the rainbow foot path, Akureyri Art Museum, and...

Hotel Borgarnes

This hotel is located in Borgarnes, a village in heart of West Iceland near the Borgarfjördur Fjord. Guests will enjoy access to an on-site restaurant and bar, 24-hour front desk services, and comfortable accommodations. Nearby...

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