Iceland Bespoke

Iceland offers so many ‘must-see’s that we highly recommend a visit, either as a stand-alone holiday or as an extension before or after a Greenland voyage. Be it self-drive, super jeep, private tour with a driver/guide or small escorted group, do ask us for help in dovetailing these options into your itinerary.

Golden Circle – The classic nature tour of south west Iceland includes the spectacular waterfalls at Gullfoss, Pingvellir National Park where the oldest still active parliament was founded in 930 AD (now a UNESCO World Heritage site) and the bubbling geothermal area of Geysir.

The Blue Lagoon – A relaxing visit to the geothermal field on the Reykjanes Peninsula to relax in its hot therapeutic waters and peaceful surroundings. This unique geothermal spa is only accessible by pre-arrangement.

Vestmanna Island – also known as the Pompeii of the North

South coast and waterfalls – Don’t miss the dramatic waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, walking to the snout of the Solheimajokull Glacier, picturesque farmland, dramatic black sand beaches and quaint villages.

Farm stays in the rugged eastern side – Hike, saddle-up and try local food. For keen riders, we suggest a half or full day’s riding a sturdy Icelandic pony over black lava fields – unforgettable! You might also enjoy an evening show at the Icelandic Horse Park at Fakasel.

Whale and puffin safaris – A must for Reykjavik and north Iceland. Combine whale watching and puffins at Lundey Island from June to mid-August. Tours vary from a half day to a week.

Snaefellsness Peninsula and volcano – Hanging off the west coast, this national park offers vast lava fields, rugged coastline, pebble beaches, sea stacks, a profusion of sea birds and gorgeous fishing villages.

Myvatn and the north – Close to Akureyri in northern Iceland, visit the majestic Godafoss Waterfalls, the Hverarönd solfataras (boiling sulphur mud pits) and Lake Myvatn – Europe’s largest bird sanctuary.

Other unbeatable highlights include a walk inside or snowmobiling on a glacier – or take to a helicopter for a bird’s eye view of a glacier or extinct volcano!

Contact Fiona for more details!

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