• Diamonds of the North

    Grand Iceland Adventure

    13 Days | 12 Nights

    Starting From $3,645
    Per person based on double occupancy
    Price based on our Self-Drive Tour option, subject to change based on availability and season

Introduce yourself to this fabulous country and explore the highlights of Iceland with this 12-night self-drive grand itinerary of Iceland. Visit the Golden Circle and Reykjavik, hike a glacier, soak in the natural baths of Lake Mývatn and see the famous Blue Lagoon.

Hot Air Balloon Adventure
Car Family
Bicycle Outdoors

  • Bathe in the thermal, tranquil waters at Blue Lagoon, a geothermal spa with a swim-up bar.
  • Visit Aurora Reykjavík and learn about the natural phenomenon of the Northern Lights with exhibits and guided tours.
  • Explore Iceland’s coastal waters and enjoy a whale watching tour on a fjord cruise from Akureyri.
  • Unwind in the Mývatn Nature Baths while enjoying the beautiful scenery that surrounds Lake Mývatn.
  • Enjoy stunning cliffs, waterfalls and wildlife in the Eastfjords.
  • Challenge yourself to a glacier hike on Sólheimajökull.

Sample Itinerary

Diamonds of the North
  • Day 1 / 13

    Day 1: Welcome To Iceland

    Arrive at Keflavík International Airport and head to Reykjavík, where you’ll stay the first night. Get acquainted with your new home for the next two nights with a tour of the city.

    Overnight in Reykjavík
    Tenon Recommends: Grand Hotel Reykjavík 4⭑

    Highlights (optional): Reykjavík hop-on/hop-off bus tour, whale watching from Reykjavík

  • Day 2 / 13

    Day 2: Reykjavík

    If you are feeling jet-lagged, have no fear! You will find relaxation and relief at the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa. See firsthand the biggest attraction in the entire country for yourself.

    Overnight in Reykjavík
    Tenon Recommends: Grand Hotel Reykjavik 4⭑
    (Breakfast included)

    Highlights (optional): Reykjavík hop-on/hop-off bus tour, whale watching from Reykjavík

  • Day 3 / 13

    Day 3: Reykjavík – Grundarfjörður

    Begin your journey around the Land of Ice and Fire as you leave the city and head north to the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. Along the way, you will see much of the wondrous west coast of Iceland boasting glaciers and volcanoes.

    Overnight in Grundarfjörður
    Tenon Recommends: Hotel Framnes 3⭑
    (Breakfast included)

  • Day 4 / 13

    Day 4: Grundarfjörður

    Explore the Snaefellsnes Peninsula today. This area of the country is so unique that it offers a small dose of everything found in and around the entire country in one location. From glaciers and mountains to fjords and lava fields, endless scenery is available to you in this part of the country.

    Overnight in Grundarfjörður
    Tenon Recommends: Hotel Framnes 3⭑
    (Breakfast included)

  • Day 5 / 13

    Day 5: Grundarfjörður – Akureyri

    Head north and east today as you venture around one of the deepest fjords in Northern Iceland. You will be able to turn your camera filters off because Mother Nature is nothing short of spectacular in this region. In Skagafjörður Valley, you may spot herds of wild horses. End the day arriving in the most populous city in the north, Akureyri.

    Overnight in Akureyri
    Tenon Recommends: Hótel Norðurland 3⭑
    (Breakfast included)

  • Day 6 / 13

    Day 6: Akureyri – Lake Mývatn

    Departing Akureyri will take you to a mountainous region before arriving near Lake Mývatn. The area is rugged and otherworldly, which is why it has been used in filming interstellar movies. The rock formations, lava fields and natural geysers are plentiful and awe-inspiring. One of the nearby waterfalls, Goðafoss, is one of the most spectacular in the entire country. Later, when you arrive at Lake Mývatnt, enjoy a unique natural bath experience.

    Overnight in Lake Mývatn
    Tenon Recommends: Hotel Laxá 3⭑
    (Breakfast included)

  • Day 7 / 13

    Day 7: Lake Mývatn – Fáskrúðsfjörður

    In today’s adventure, you will encounter the highland desert, a detour to Dettifoss waterfall and the Eastfjords. The desert is a region that covers much of the country, made of almost entirely volcanic rock and ash, which is incapable of retaining water. As a result, little to no vegetation grows, creating this vast desert. Your next stop is Dettifoss. This waterfall is considered to be the second most powerful waterfall on the continent. As you continue your journey eastward, you will encounter the eastern fjords where you will spend the night.

    Overnight in Fáskrúðsfjörður
    Tenon Recommends: Fosshotel Eastfjords 3⭑
    (Breakfast included)

  • Day 8 / 13

    Day 8: Fáskrúðsfjörður – Kirkjubæjarklaustur

    Begin to explore the cooler part of Iceland, literally! Adventures include a glacial lagoon with floating icebergs and Vatnajökull National Park. There are numerous waterfalls in this region as well. This is the longest journey of your trip, so enjoy the coastline and natural beauty along the way.

    Overnight in Kirkjubæjarklaustur
    Tenon Recommends: Laki Cottages 3⭑
    (Breakfast included)

  • Day 9 / 13

    Day 9: Kirkjubæjarklaustur – Hveragerði

    Continue your adventure through Southern Iceland with glaciers, lava beaches, bird cliffs and waterfalls. During certain times of the year, the icebergs break up, are carried out to sea, are beaten and battered, and then wash back ashore, appearing as giant gems along the beaches. This is an unbelievable site, and you won’t want to miss it.

    Overnight in Hveragerði
    Tenon Recommends: Hotel Örk 3⭑
    (Breakfast included)

  • Day 10 / 13

    Day 10: Hveragerði

    The scenery in the region is too much for just one day, so spend the second day exploring the area that you did not get to yesterday. You may even spot some puffins!

    Overnight in Hveragerði
    Tenon Recommends: Hotel Örk 3⭑
    (Breakfast included)

  • Day 11 / 13

    Day 11: Hveragerði – Reykjavík

    Witness the glorious natural beauty that everyone comes to Iceland for, even if it’s just a weekend getaway. They come because of Iceland’s unparalleled natural beauty. The route is called the Golden Circle, and you will see the Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir hot spring and Þingvellir National Park all en route to Reykjavík.

    Overnight in Reykjavík
    Tenon Recommends: Grand Hotel Reykjavík 4⭑
    (Breakfast included)

  • Day 12 / 13

    Day 12: Reykjavík

    Enjoy the capital at your own pace. You can use the hop-on/hop-off bus tour to get around town, enjoy many of the museums, sample the local food, learn about the various whales that are present around the country or get out on the water for another cruise.

    Overnight in Reykjavík
    Tenon Recommends: Grand Hotel Reykjavík 4⭑
    (Breakfast included)

  • Day 13 / 13

    Day 13: Depart Iceland

    Make your way to the Keflavík airport and start your journey home, or continue onward to more Icelandic adventures!
    (Breakfast included)

Itinerary Details

Standard Inclusions
  • Daily breakfast (except day 1)
  • 12 nights in 3- and 4-star hotel/guesthouse accommodations with private facilities
  • Admission to the Blue Lagoon at the beginning or end of the tour
  • Visit Aurora Reykjavík, the Northern Lights Center
  • Whale watching and fjord cruise from Akureyri
  • Admission to the Nature Baths at Lake Mývatn
  • Glacier hike on Sólheimajökull
  • Self-Drive: 13-day vehicle rental from day one, including unlimited mileage, free road map, tax, collision damage waiver (CDW) and super CDW with pick-up and drop-off at the Keflavík airport
  • Chauffeur Drive: 11 days private driver from day one and airport transfer on arrival and departure day (ask for pricing)
  • Exclusive By-Your-Side ServiceSM, our personal concierge service that includes a dedicated 24/7 emergency hotline and our mobile app, complete with features to enhance your journey.
  • Pre- and post-trip nights in Reykjavík
  • Airfare
  • Meals other than those specified in the itinerary or list of inclusions
  • Personal expenses and additional sightseeing not listed in the inclusions
  • Local taxes
  • Travel insurance

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