Fire & Ice Plus Experience

What You'll Do

Discover the land of fire & ice on an unforgettable journey that crosses glaciers, snakes through lava tubes, spans volcanic beaches and ducks under the Northern Lights, as your guides lead you off the beaten track and into the true, untouched wilderness.

Arrive into Keflavik Airport, and embark on the adventure around southern Iceland. You’ll be taken to your chosen accommodation in Reykjavik, the buzzing capital of the country. After settling in meet your guide down town for an introduction to Icelandic cuisine as you stroll around the capital visiting some amazing local eateries and getting an insight into this city that is bursting with character.

In the evening you will be setting off for a cruise to search for the Northern Lights around the Faxaflói bay, far from the lights of the city.

Drink in the inky dark wilderness and, if you’re lucky, catch a glimpse of the otherworldly Aurora Borealis flashing across the sky.

Spend your second day exploring the famous Golden Circle, visiting mighty geysers, including the world-renowned ‘Geysir’, and the jaw-dropping Gulfoss waterfall. A rush of water cascading into a mighty gorge, this is a serious sight to remember on your south Iceland adventure.

You’ll walk in the footsteps of the Vikings at Þingvellir National Park, and visit the lesser-known Secret Lagoon, a beautiful place where you can soak in geothermally warmed waters, surrounded by dramatic scenery.

On your third day you’ll explore Raufarhólshellir, a magnificent lava tube that offers a totally unique experience as you walk inside this amazing natural tunnel caused by an eruption thousands of years ago.

Your final day will be you will take a trip to the south coast and , you will explore some of the most dramatic waterfalls in the country including the famous Skógafoss, and hike the glacier with your local guide!

All in all, by the time you are heading back to Keflavik, you can be certain that you’ve seen the highlights of southern Iceland in a unique way, discovered a number of hidden gems, and have got to know the local side to this addictive island on a totally immersive activity holiday in Iceland.

Experience
Highlights

Discover Iceland's natural phenomena of thundering waterfalls & scorching geysers

Marvel at the Northern Lights on board a boat

Experience Iceland's Golden Circle, go inside an ice cave and trek through a lava tunnel

Soak in natural geothermal pools and enjoy typical Iceland cuisine

Experience Itinerary

Food Walk and Northern Lights Cruise

Upon arrival you will transfer from the airport to your hotel in Reykjavík. There you will have plenty of time to settle in and explore your surroundings.

Then you will meet your local guide for a relaxed walk around Reykjavik, see the local landmarks and learn about the Icelandic people, culture and of course the food! Learn about the fascinating stories, ambitious restaurants and age-old traditions which contributed to the cuisine of this island from a local food lover who is passionate about sharing Iceland’s incredible cuisines with fun, hungry and curious travellers!

In the tastiest sightseeing tour in Iceland, you will explore down town Reykjavik through delicious local cuisines that you may not find on your own, you will stroll around the city and visit 6 wonderful local restaurants with your fun & knowledgeable guide by your side.

You will have the chance to try the best local cuisines of Iceland in each season, like the delicious Icelandic lamb that every Icelander grew up loving, home made Icelandic ice cream from a secret family recipe, an amazing local seafood cuisine, Icelandic cheese, a hot dog from the famous Icelandic hot dog stand and much more!

The tour will last around 3 hours and includes plenty of food to keep you going!!

Then in the evening you will embark on your Northern Lights Cruise, you will be taken out into the dark blue yonder of Faxaflói bay in search for the mystical phenomenon we call the Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, leaving behind the bright city lights of the capital Reykjavík. The open-top viewing decks provide the perfect platform for witnessing this dazzling spectacle while our heated indoor lounge is a great place to take a break and warm up in between sightings.

Your expert guide will be on hand to answer your questions while you enjoy Mother Nature’s light show and starry skies, wrapped up in a warm overall. On board you will find several outdoor viewing platforms and a large indoor saloon with toilet facilities and a café where you can buy light refreshments.

Please note that we do not guarantee seeing the Northern Lights, they are a natural phenomenon completely out of our control. We promise you we will try our best though, with experienced guides and good weather forecasts. In case the tour tonight gets cancelled OR you go out and don’t successfully see the Northern Lights, we will be delighted to welcome you again on your next evening for free.

Accommodation

Hotel: The Apotek Room type: Double or Twin Board basis: Bed and breakfast Duration: 4 nights

Apótek Hótel is located on the corner of Pósthússtræti and Austurstræti. The hotel’s location is ideal for those who want to attend cultural events in the city center, stroll between cafés and enjoy all that the city center has to offer.

The Golden Circle & Snowmobile Adventure

The Pearl, a Golden Circle Super Jeep and Snowmobile tour is an Iceland adventure where you will experience some of Iceland’s most famous and exciting natural phenomena by exploring the Golden Circle, topped off with an unforgettable snowmobile tour on Langjökull glacier.

If you want to experience Iceland’s most popular locations in the privacy of a small group, this is the way to do it.

Your first stop on the Golden Circle is Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home of Iceland’s first parliament and the oldest extant parliamentary institution in the world.

Founded in AD 930, it is Iceland’s most significant historical site. Also capturing the world’s attention is Þingvellir’s geological features where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates can be seen separating from each other, although, ever-so-slightly year after year.

Now after many millennia, you can see the big gap that’s been formed at this geological marvel.

From Þingvellir, we head inland toward the highly active Geysir Hot Spring area with its boiling mud pits and spouting hot springs.

Continue on to Gullfoss, one of Iceland’s most powerful waterfalls. Located on Hvítá river, this waterfall fed by Langjökull Glacier plummets 32 meters in two stages into a rugged canyon.

And while you’re there, keep your fingers crossed; with a little luck, on a sunny day, you’ll be greeted by a rainbow.

To top it all off, drive to Langjökull Glacier for another Iceland adventure where you will dash across snowfields on snowmobiles, gazing at the mountain peaks, while enveloped in this icy realm.

The Lava Tunnel

Explore the magnificent lava tunnel Raufarhólshellir, one of the longest and best-known lava tubes in Iceland. It is located just 30 minutes from Reykjavík and is easily accessed year round. A journey into Raufarhólshellir is a unique experience and a great opportunity to witness the inner workings of a volcanic eruption as one walks in the path of lava that flowed during the Leitahraun eruption, which occurred east of the Bláfjöll mountains about 5200 years ago.

Every winter spectacular ice sculptures are formed inside the entrance of the cave making the experience of visiting the lava tunnel even more breathtaking.

Accommodation

Hotel Apotek

South Coast & Glacier Hike

Your day starts at 8:00am, when your driver collects you from central Reykjavik.

Our first stop is the majestic Skógafoss waterfall, one of the most iconic ones in the country. You might remember it from the popular Game of Thrones show, where it played a significant role. We will continue our tour with some excitement, the glacier hike on the Sólheimajökull glacier, which is connected to Mýrdalsjökull, the fourth biggest glacier in Iceland.

Your guide with provide you with safety instructions and check your equipment before you step out onto the ice! This activity is approximately 2.5 hours longs with 1.5 hours spent on the glacier.

Afterwards you will visit the world-famous Reynisfjara black sand beach. Before heading back to Reykjavik, you will also stop by the beautiful Seljalandsfoss waterfall, which is located right under the infamous Eyjafjallajökull volcano, famous for its eruptions in 2010 which halted many flights around Europe. If the weather is nice enough, you’ll be able to go behind the waterfall’s curtains and even see the somewhat hidden little cousin, Gljúfrabúi, which is a waterfall hiding in the mountainside.

Accommodation

Apotek Hotel

Premium Blue Lagoon Experience - Departure Day

Today you will visit the Blue Lagoon a geothermal spa found on the Reykjanes Peninsula in southwest Iceland and one of the most popular attraction in Iceland.

Just a short drive from the airport the turquoise pools and the warm mineral water are nestled in the endless lava landscape. Here you will be able to relax and swim in the soothing geothermal pools. Relax and rejuvenate for a couple of hours, enjoy a drink from the swim up bar and a silica face mask, leaving your skin silky smooth.

Your time in Iceland is coming to a close and we are sure that you have had a wonderful time. We will provide private transfer to the airport for departure, taking home amazing memories.

We look forward to welcoming you back!

Map Of Your Adventure

FAQs

Please note that we do not guarantee seeing the Northern Lights, they are a natural phenomenon completely out of our control. We promise you we will try our best though, with experienced guides and good weather forecasts. In case the tour gets cancelled OR you go out and don’t successfully see the Northern Lights, we will be delighted to welcome you again on your next evening for free.

The Northern Lights Cruise leaves at 21:00 and takes approx 2 hours (depending on success of seeing the lights).
Golden Circle & Snowmobile is at 8 (pickup starts 30 minutes before) and is about 9 hours.
The Lava Tunnel is at 09:00 (pickup 30 minutes before) and is 3 hours.
Reykjavik Food Walk (meet on location) is about 3 hours.
South Coast and Ice cave starts at 09:00 (pickup 30 min prior) and is approx 11 hours.

- The Cruise is by a standard large boat
- Golden circle is via mini coach (max 19 pax)
- Lava Tunnel - the transfer is by a large coach
- Reykjavik Food walk is on foot
- South Coast & Glacier hike is by mini bus and super jeep
*Please note transfer vehicles could change closer to the time

From £2426 pp