Overview
Iceland Adventure
Icelandic folklore maintains there are clans of elves and trolls living in the country’s extraordinary hills, rocky outcrops, and lava fields. Will you meet these “Huldufólk” or “Hidden People” said to dislike churches, daylight, and electricity? Hard to say. But here’s what you will see on this breathtaking tour of Iceland—active volcanoes, roaring waterfalls, jagged glaciers, floating icebergs, black-sand beaches, and brilliant-blue geothermal springs. Unique, local experiences await in the “Land of Fire and Ice,” including tasting piping hot bread baked by the heat from the hot springs, sipping Geysir schnapps served at freezing point, and standing in awe before the spectacular Lake Jökulsárlón, home to Europe’s largest glacier and the site of some of the most dramatic scenes from the James Bond movie Die Another Day. The gargantuan sights in the land of the elves will surely leave you stirred, not shaken.
Highlights of Iceland Adventure
Private Touring
6 guests in a party: $1,957*18 guests in a party: $562*
Travelers Notes
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect vacation—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.
Product Group
Iceland Adventure
UNESCO Sites
Thingvellir National Park
Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 7 three-course dinners
Itineraries
Day 1
ARRIVE IN REYKJAVIK, ICELAND Welcome to Reykjavik! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
Day 2
REYKJAVIK–HELLISHEIÐARVIRKJUN–GEYSIR–GULLFOSS–THINGVELLIR–BORGARNES Incredible Iceland REYKJAVIK Orientation drive.HELLISHEIÐARVIRKJUN Visit the geothermal heat and electric power station.GEYSIR Stop at the hot springs and [LF] taste local specialties with a glass of Geysir Schnapps.GULLFOSS Take pictures at the Gullfoss waterfalls.THINGVELLIR [LF] Walk through the rift valley en route to Borgarnes.(B,D) 180 mi / 290 kmLOCAL FAVORITE NATURAL WONDERS Iceland is the only place in the world where separation between the North American and European geological rift (tectonic plates) are above sea level, and nowhere in the world are the edges of both plates as clearly visible than the rift valley in Thingvellir National Park. Here, you can stand on two continents at the same time!
Day 3
BORGARNES–HAUGANES–AKUREYRI Giant Love HAUGANES Take a [LF] whale-watching cruise before continuing to Akureyri. (B)217 mi / 350 kmLOCAL FAVORITE WILD & WONDERFUL Take a whale-watching cruise from Hauganes for the chance to spot humpback and minke whales and dolphins surfacing on the glassy waters of Eyjafjordur bay.
Day 4
AKUREYRI–GOĐAFOSS–LAKE MÝVATN–DETTIFOSS–EGILSSTADIR Heavenly Sights AKUREYRI Take an orientation walk that includes the botanical gardens.GOĐAFOSS Take pictures of the “Waterfall of the Gods.” Scenic drive to the lovely blue Lake Mývatn.LAKE MÝVATN Stop at lake Mývatn.DETTIFOSS Take photos of the most powerful waterfall in Europe (road conditions permitting) before continuing to Egilsstadir. (B,D) 190 mi / 305 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTPICTURE PERFECT Take the photographs of a lifetime with a stop at North Iceland’s historic and magnificent Goðafoss waterfall, stretching 90 feet across dramatic rock formations to deliver its spectacular cascades along the glacial-fed Skjálfandafljót River.
Day 5
EGILSSTADIR–HÖFN AREA Warm Friends on an Icelandic Fjord EGILSSTADIR Scenic drive en route to Höfn. (B,D)159 mi / 256 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Hear about the Lagarfljótwurm, a snake-like animal that is supposed to guard a pot of gold located by Lake Lögurinn and take in the natural beauty of this fjord town where sheep farming, fishing, and music festivals are all part of the culture.
Day 6
HÖFN AREA–LAKE JÖKULSÁRLÓN–SKAFTAFELL NATIONAL PARK–VIK AREA Icy Beauty LAKE JÖKULSÁRLÓN [LF] Take photos of the Vatnajökull Glacier (weather permitting). Scenic drive through Skaftafell National Park en route to Vik. (B,D) 169 mi / 272 kmLOCAL FAVORITE PICTURE PERFECT Drive through the national park at Skaftafell and stop at Lake Jökulsárlón. Snap photos to capture the astonishingly beautiful glacier Vatnajökull (the Water Glacier) which flows into the lake for a spectacular sight to see at Iceland's largest ice cap.
Day 7
VIK AREA–SELJALANDSFOSS–REYKJAVIK Earthly Powers VIK AREA Scenic drive with views of the Eyjafjallajökull volcano. SELJALANDSFOSS Take photos of the waterfall.REYKJAVIK Enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) 118 mi / 190 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTNATURAL WONDERS Eyjafjallajökull is one of Iceland’s few stratovolcanoes (with an ice cap covering the caldera). When the volcano erupted in 2010, the glacier topping also broke, and the plume of ash rose over five miles into the sky – interrupting European air travel for almost a month!
Day 8
REYKJAVIK Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Departures
| # | Air Start Date | Land Start Date | Land End Date | Land Only Price | Discount | Final | Departure Code | Status |
| 1 | 2024-04-27 | 2024-04-28 | 2024-05-05 | $4269 | $250 | $4019 | ZR40428 | Available |
| 2 | 2024-05-04 | 2024-05-05 | 2024-05-12 | $4319 | $250 | $4069 | ZR40505 | Available |
| 3 | 2024-05-11 | 2024-05-12 | 2024-05-19 | $4319 | $250 | $4069 | ZR40512 | Available |
| 4 | 2024-05-18 | 2024-05-19 | 2024-05-26 | $4799 | $250 | $4549 | ZR40519K | Available |
| 5 | 2024-05-25 | 2024-05-26 | 2024-06-02 | $4319 | $250 | $4069 | ZR40526 | Available |
| 6 | 2024-06-01 | 2024-06-02 | 2024-06-09 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40602 | Available |
| 7 | 2024-06-08 | 2024-06-09 | 2024-06-16 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40609 | Available |
| 8 | 2024-06-12 | 2024-06-13 | 2024-06-20 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40613 | Available |
| 9 | 2024-06-15 | 2024-06-16 | 2024-06-23 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40616 | Available |
| 10 | 2024-06-19 | 2024-06-20 | 2024-06-27 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40620 | Available |
| 11 | 2024-06-22 | 2024-06-23 | 2024-06-30 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40623 | Available |
| 12 | 2024-06-26 | 2024-06-27 | 2024-07-04 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40627 | Available |
| 13 | 2024-06-29 | 2024-06-30 | 2024-07-07 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40630 | Available |
| 14 | 2024-07-03 | 2024-07-04 | 2024-07-11 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40704 | Available |
| 15 | 2024-07-06 | 2024-07-07 | 2024-07-14 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40707 | Available |
| 16 | 2024-07-10 | 2024-07-11 | 2024-07-18 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40711 | Available |
| 17 | 2024-07-13 | 2024-07-14 | 2024-07-21 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40714 | Available |
| 18 | 2024-07-17 | 2024-07-18 | 2024-07-25 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40718 | Available |
| 19 | 2024-07-20 | 2024-07-21 | 2024-07-28 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40721 | Available |
| 20 | 2024-07-24 | 2024-07-25 | 2024-08-01 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40725 | Available |
| 21 | 2024-07-27 | 2024-07-28 | 2024-08-04 | $5419 | $250 | $5169 | ZR40728K | Available |
| 22 | 2024-07-31 | 2024-08-01 | 2024-08-08 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40801 | Available |
| 23 | 2024-08-03 | 2024-08-04 | 2024-08-11 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40804 | Available |
| 24 | 2024-08-07 | 2024-08-08 | 2024-08-15 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40808 | Available |
| 25 | 2024-08-10 | 2024-08-11 | 2024-08-18 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40811 | Available |
| 26 | 2024-08-14 | 2024-08-15 | 2024-08-22 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40815 | Available |
| 27 | 2024-08-17 | 2024-08-18 | 2024-08-25 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40818 | Available |
| 28 | 2024-08-21 | 2024-08-22 | 2024-08-29 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40822 | Available |
| 29 | 2024-08-24 | 2024-08-25 | 2024-09-01 | $4939 | $250 | $4689 | ZR40825 | Available |
| 30 | 2024-08-28 | 2024-08-29 | 2024-09-05 | $4969 | $250 | $4719 | ZR40829 | Available |
| 31 | 2024-08-31 | 2024-09-01 | 2024-09-08 | $4969 | $250 | $4719 | ZR40901 | Available |
| 32 | 2024-09-04 | 2024-09-05 | 2024-09-12 | $4969 | $250 | $4719 | ZR40905 | Available |
| 33 | 2024-09-07 | 2024-09-08 | 2024-09-15 | $5419 | $0 | $5419 | ZR40908K | Not Available |
| 34 | 2024-09-14 | 2024-09-15 | 2024-09-22 | $4969 | $250 | $4719 | ZR40915 | Available |
| 35 | 2024-09-21 | 2024-09-22 | 2024-09-29 | $4799 | $250 | $4549 | ZR40922 | Available |
| 36 | 2025-04-26 | 2025-04-27 | 2025-05-04 | $4269 | $0 | $4269 | ZR50427 | Available |
| 37 | 2025-05-03 | 2025-05-04 | 2025-05-11 | $4319 | $0 | $4319 | ZR50504 | Available |
| 38 | 2025-05-10 | 2025-05-11 | 2025-05-18 | $4799 | $0 | $4799 | ZR50511K | Available |
| 39 | 2025-05-17 | 2025-05-18 | 2025-05-25 | $4319 | $0 | $4319 | ZR50518 | Available |
| 40 | 2025-05-24 | 2025-05-25 | 2025-06-01 | $4319 | $0 | $4319 | ZR50525 | Available |
| 41 | 2025-05-31 | 2025-06-01 | 2025-06-08 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50601 | Available |
| 42 | 2025-06-07 | 2025-06-08 | 2025-06-15 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50608 | Available |
| 43 | 2025-06-11 | 2025-06-12 | 2025-06-19 | $5419 | $0 | $5419 | ZR50612K | Available |
| 44 | 2025-06-14 | 2025-06-15 | 2025-06-22 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50615 | Available |
| 45 | 2025-06-18 | 2025-06-19 | 2025-06-26 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50619 | Available |
| 46 | 2025-06-21 | 2025-06-22 | 2025-06-29 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50622 | Available |
| 47 | 2025-06-25 | 2025-06-26 | 2025-07-03 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50626 | Available |
| 48 | 2025-06-28 | 2025-06-29 | 2025-07-06 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50629 | Available |
| 49 | 2025-07-02 | 2025-07-03 | 2025-07-10 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50703 | Available |
| 50 | 2025-07-05 | 2025-07-06 | 2025-07-13 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50706 | Available |
| 51 | 2025-07-09 | 2025-07-10 | 2025-07-17 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50710 | Available |
| 52 | 2025-07-12 | 2025-07-13 | 2025-07-20 | $5419 | $0 | $5419 | ZR50713K | Available |
| 53 | 2025-07-16 | 2025-07-17 | 2025-07-24 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50717 | Available |
| 54 | 2025-07-19 | 2025-07-20 | 2025-07-27 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50720 | Available |
| 55 | 2025-07-23 | 2025-07-24 | 2025-07-31 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50724 | Available |
| 56 | 2025-07-26 | 2025-07-27 | 2025-08-03 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50727 | Available |
| 57 | 2025-07-30 | 2025-07-31 | 2025-08-07 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50731 | Available |
| 58 | 2025-08-02 | 2025-08-03 | 2025-08-10 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50803 | Available |
| 59 | 2025-08-06 | 2025-08-07 | 2025-08-14 | $5419 | $0 | $5419 | ZR50807K | Available |
| 60 | 2025-08-09 | 2025-08-10 | 2025-08-17 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50810 | Available |
| 61 | 2025-08-13 | 2025-08-14 | 2025-08-21 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50814 | Available |
| 62 | 2025-08-16 | 2025-08-17 | 2025-08-24 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50817 | Available |
| 63 | 2025-08-20 | 2025-08-21 | 2025-08-28 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | ZR50821 | Available |
| 64 | 2025-08-23 | 2025-08-24 | 2025-08-31 | $5419 | $0 | $5419 | ZR50824K | Available |
| 65 | 2025-08-27 | 2025-08-28 | 2025-09-04 | $4969 | $0 | $4969 | ZR50828 | Available |
| 66 | 2025-08-30 | 2025-08-31 | 2025-09-07 | $4969 | $0 | $4969 | ZR50831 | Available |
| 67 | 2025-09-03 | 2025-09-04 | 2025-09-11 | $4969 | $0 | $4969 | ZR50904 | Available |
| 68 | 2025-09-06 | 2025-09-07 | 2025-09-14 | $4969 | $0 | $4969 | ZR50907 | Available |
| 69 | 2025-09-13 | 2025-09-14 | 2025-09-21 | $4969 | $0 | $4969 | ZR50914 | Available |
| 70 | 2025-09-20 | 2025-09-21 | 2025-09-28 | $4799 | $0 | $4799 | ZR50921 | Available |
Hotels
| # | Name | Description | City | Address | Rating |
| 1 | Hilton Reykjavik Nordica | Contemporary concrete & glass hotel in the heart of business district, near shopping, sports facilities & exhibition hall. | Reykjavik | Sudurlandsbraut 2 | First-Class |
| 2 | Reykjavik Natura | This eco-friendly hotel is conveniently located next to Öskjuhlíd Hill¿s quiet woods and is within walking distance of Nauthólsvík geothermal beach. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available and there is also a gym and SPA.The property features a restaurant serving Icelandic specialties, and has a stylish cozy bar area. The hotel is also home to an Icelandic modern art exhibition. The guestrooms are tastefully decorated and offer all the amenities for a perfect, comfortable stay. | Reykjavík | Nauthólsvegur 52 | First-Class |
| 3 | Hotel Hamar | At Icelandair Hotel Hamar you can relax and rejuvenate in peace and tranquility, with every comfort available. Enjoy magnificent views of the Borgarfjordur fjord while you indulge in the personal service and delicious, locally-sourced meals. | Borgarnes | Hamar Golf Course | First-Class |
| 4 | Fosshotel Reykholt | Fosshotel Reykholt is a romantic country hotel located in the heart of the legendary setting of Reykholt in Borgarfjörður. Once the home of historian and poet Snorri Sturluson, Reykholt is one of Iceland's major historic sites. Bounteous in captivating scenery the area is full of lava fields, waterfalls, mountains, craters and caves. Rooms have a kettle, coffee/tea, refrigerator, Free Wi-Fi access, TV, private bathroom and hair dryer. | Reykholt | Reykholt | First-Class |
| 5 | Hotel Kea | Kea has been welcoming guests since 1944 with the same high standards of elegance, quality, service and comfort which would be expected of one of Iceland's well-established hotels. | Akureyri | Hafnarstraeti 87-89 | First-Class |
| 6 | Edda Akureyri | Hotel Edda Akureyri is a modern hotel located in the heart of Akureyri. The property offers modern comfortable rooms with a TV, desk and Free Wi-Fi internet access. There is also a restaurant, a bar, and a wellness center. Its location offers a great base for exploring the city and the surrounding region. | Akureyri | Eyrarlandsvegi 28 | First-Class |
| 7 | Kjarnalundur Hotel | Kjarnalundur is a 66-room modern hotel, only 3,5 km from Akureyri city center. The hotel offers a pleasant and relaxing environment with a unique setting in terms of outdoor enjoyment, health and well-being. The surrounding environment allows guests the possibility to be refreshed by the Icelandic nature as the hotel is located on the edge of Kjarnaskógur, which is one of the most popular outdoor areas in Akureyri. All guestrooms offer a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a wardrobe and all that is necessary for a perfect and relaxing stay. | Akureyri | Kjarnalundur | First-Class |
| 8 | Lake Hotel Egilsstadir | Lake Hotel Egilsstadir is a charming, family-run hotel located in the heart of East Iceland. The rich history dates back to the beginning of XX Century, and the original charm and character still resist. The hotel also has a number of amenities, including a restaurant, a bar, a spa, and a sauna. The spa is the perfect place to relax and unwind after a long day of exploring. Guestrooms are furnished with a desk, a chair, a TV, and a minibar. | Egilsstadir | Egilsstadir 1 - 2 | First-Class |
| 9 | Hallormsstadur | Hotel Hallormsstadur is located in the Hallormsstadur National Forest, surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including mountains, lakes and greenery. The hotel has a restaurant, a bar, a sauna and a hot tub and offers Free Wi-Fi internet access to all guests. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, and they all have private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries, a hairdryer, soundproofed walls, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, parquet floors and a flat-screen TV. | Egilsstadir | Hallormsstad | First-Class |
| 10 | Hotel Hofn | Modern Hotel in the district of Hornafjordur on the east coast. | Hornafjordur | Víkurbraut 20 | First-Class |
| 11 | Vik I Myrdal | A charming contemporary hotel located in Iceland's southern-most village surrounded by natural wonders. The restaurant serves local Icelandic dishes and the lobby bar is the perfect place to unwind with a drink by the cozy fireplace. | Vik | Klettsvegi 1-5 | First-Class |
| 12 | Katla | Hotel Katla is an ideal location for short trips to explore some of the most spectacular places in Iceland, like Seljalandsfoss waterfall, Dyrholaey, Westman Islands, Jokulsarlon Glacier lagoon and Skaftafell National Park. | Vik | Mýrdalur | Moderate First-Class |
| 13 | Hotel Krìa | This modern hotel is located just beside road No. 1, also known as the Ring Road. The strategic location is the perfect base for discovering the natural treasures of the breathtaking Icelandic south coast. All guestrooms are designed in a modern style and come with a private bathroom complete with a shower, hairdryer and complimentary toileteries, the rooms have soundproofed walls, a tea and coffee maker, parquet floors, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV. | Vik | Sléttuvegur 12-14 | First-Class |
