Iceland - 21- 28 May 2025
Ready to explore the land of Fire and Ice
Iceland is calling you with its glaciers, powerful waterfalls, hot springs !!!
Price per person :
3400 euros per person sharing a twin room
Price per person includes:
- Direct Flight to Reykjavik, airport taxes
- 20 kilos luggage and 10 kilos hand luggage
- Airport transfers
- 2 nights in Miogarour Centre hotel
- 1 night in Varmaland Hotel
- 1 night in Hotel Akureyri
- 1 night on Lake hotel
- 1 night at FH Glacier Lagoon hotel
- 1 night in Landhotel
- Daily Breakfast & 5 dinners
- English speaking guide & Maltese group leader
- Glaumber Folk Museum entrance
- Perlan Observation Deck including entrance fee
- Protection by insolvency fund
Itinerary
Day 1 – 21 May : Arrival
Depart Malta on a direct flight to Reykjavil at 17.25hrs and arrive 21.10hrs. transfer to hotel
Miðgarður Center Hotel - Standard Double Room
Day 2 – 22 May: Golden Circle
Breakfast in hotel and Dinner in the countryside
Varmaland Hótel - Standard Double Room
Golden Circle: Þingvellir - Gullfoss - Geysir
Taking you to the UNESCO world heritage site Þingvellir National Park and Rift Valley where the Eurasian and the North American tectonic plates drift apart and the vikings held their High Counsel Althingi in the middle of a lava field. Then visiting the Geysir Hot Spring area, a geothermal site with Europe's only erupting geyser Strokkur, which erupts every 8-10 minutes spouting steaming hot water jets towards the sky. Then on to the absolutely beautiful waterfall Gullfoss, Iceland's biggest two-stepped waterfall situated in the glacial Hvítá river flowing from the massive Langjökull Glacier
Day 3 - 23.May: North Iceland
Breakfast in hotel and Dinner in the countryside
Hótel Akureyri - Standard Double Room
North Iceland: Kolugljúfur - Skagafjörður - Glaumbær Folk Museum- Akureyri
Embarking on a drive to Akureyri offers a stunning journey through Iceland's breath-taking landscapes. After crossing Holtavörðurheiði Mountain Pass we stop at Kó-lugljúfur Canyon- a hidden gem in the North. As we drive to the charming northern town of Akureyri, the route winds along the picturesque Eyjafjörður fjord, where steep mountains rise dramatically from the water's edge. This drive promises unforgettable scenery and a true taste of Iceland's natural beauty. Cross the Skagafjörður area, know to be the center of breeding of the Icelandic Horse. Stop at Glaumbær Folk Mu-seum: Get to know about the history of Iceland and the North by visiting historical Turf Houses that have been conserved and reworked but originated in the 18th centu-ry.
Day 4 - 24.May: Goðafoss & Mývatn
Breakfast in hotel and Dinner in the countryside
Gistihúsið Egilsstöðum / Lake Hotel - Standard Double Room
Góðafoss - Skútustaðargígar - Dimmuborgir - Hverir
After we´ve left Akureyri we stop at Goðafoss, a magnificent waterfall on the way.
Lake Mývatn, located in northern Iceland, is a stunning natural wonder renowned for its unique geological formations and vibrant ecosystems. Surrounded by dramatic vol-canic landscapes, the lake is dotted with lush islands and rich vegetation, making it a haven for birdwatchers, particularly during the summer months when migratory birds flock to the area.
Visitors can explore the surreal pseudocraters at Skútustaðagígar, hike the trails around the lake, or soak in the rejuvenating waters of the Mývatn Nature Baths, often less crowded than the Blue Lagoon. Nearby, the geothermal area of Hverir offers bub-bling mud pots and steaming fumaroles, showcasing the region's volcanic activity.
Dimmuborgir, the home of the Icelandic Yule Lads for a short hike. We keep travelling East via Möðrudalur - a volcanic wasteland highlighting the stark contrasts that define the nature of Iceland.
Day 5 - 25.May: East Fjords & Glacier Lagoon
Meals for Groups Average Dinner in the countryside (3 courses or buffet)
FH Glacier Lagoon - Standard Double Room
Optional Jökulsárlón / Glacier Lagoon Amphibian Boat Tour – (52 eurospp)
Breiðdalsvík - Djúpivogur & Eggin í Gledivík - Glacier Lagoon & Diamond Beach
Enjoy a scenic drive along the impressive Fjords of the East, visiting Breiðdalsvík and Djúpivogur - typical Icelandic Fishing towns. In the later you´ll also find the out-door artwork "Eggin í Gleðivík" (The Eggs of Happy Bay) that represent the native birds nesting in the East. After crossing the Fjords we keep driving west again to-wards the magnificent Glacier Lagoon. Check out the Diamond Beach at the mouth of the short glacial river where crumbling bits of transparent ice sparkle in the black volcanic sand.
Day 6 - 26.May: South Coast
Breakfast in hotel and Dinner in the countryside
Landhótel - Standard Double Room
Skaftafell - Eldhraun Photo Stop - - Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach - Dyrhólaey -Skógafoss - Seljalandsfoss
The South Shore Adventureis a unique day tour taking you around active volcanoes, in sight of massive glaciers, to beautiful waterfalls and through black sands Go through some of the most scenic areas on the south coast of Iceland, including the , Skaftafell National Park and Öræfajökull, with Iceland´s highest mountain Hvannadalshnúkur. T. Visiting Seljalandsfoss waterfall and Skógafoss waterfall in the foothills of the great and infamous Eyjafjallajökull volcano and moving east through the volcanic sands that dominate large portions of the South Coast of Iceland. The tour goes along the Ring Road next to Mýrdalsjökull glacier and on clear days it is possible to see the ice caps and outlet glaciers of both Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull. The tour goes as far east as the scenic village of Vík with its black sand beach and busy bird cliffs. Reynisfjara beach is the southernmost tip of Iceland and going straight out from there the next solid ground
you hit is Antarctica around ten thousand miles to the south. There are also the rock formations of Reynisdrangar rising from the sea and basalt columns in the hillside next to the beach providing an amazing background.
Day 7 - 27.May: Drive back to Reykjavík & City Tour
Perlan Observation Deck + Entrance Fee included
Miðgarður Center Hotel - Standard Double Room
Drive to Reykjavík & City Tour: Hallgrímskirkja - Alþingi, City Hall, Fríkirkja - Harbour Area: Harpa, Old Harbour, Sun Voyager, Höfði House
Set off on a sightseeing tour around Reykjavik, which is a city full of life and culture. While on your tour, see the vibrant city centre, wonderful monuments and the popular waterfront area that offers amazing view of Mt. Esja. Stop to visit Hallgrimskirkja Church, a tall and modern tribute in design to the natural wonders known as the Black Falls. There is also a statue of Leifur Eiriksson, the famed Icelandic explorer.
Day 8 - 28.May: Departure
End of tour - Transfer to Airport – flight depart 09.00hrs and arrive Malta at 16.25hrs
Optional Excursions :
The Blue Lagoon - 148€ pp
Visit the world-famous Blue Lagoon and experience the radiant powers of geothermal seawater. Named one of 25 wonders of the world by National Geographic in 2012 . En-joy the relaxing water in the in the heart of an otherworldly landscape. Included: En-trance fee, Use of Towel, 1st Deink at the Bar, Silica Mask
Mývatn Nature Baths Admission + Towel Rental - Adult : 53€ pp
Drawing on a centuries-old tradition, Mývatn Nature Baths offer bathers a completely natural experience that begins with a relaxing dip amidst clouds of steam rising up from a fissure deep in the Earth's surface, and ends with a luxurious swim in a pool of geothermal water drawn from depths of up to 2.500 meters.
Jökulsárlón / Glacier Lagoon Amphibian Boat Tour - Adult: 52 € pp
30-45min Boat Ride on the Glacier Lagoon in an amphibian boat. During the excursion, you sail among the huge icebergs in the picturesque scenery of Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. On the boat you get to taste the 1000 year old ice and if you are lucky you might even see some seals swimming amongst the beautiful icebergs.
Elding Reykjavík Whale Watching Tour - Adult: 92 € pp
This is the original whale watching tour from Reykjavík! Join our highly enthusiastic and experienced team in the search for whales, dolphins and birds of Faxaflói bay! Approx. 3h
The Icelandic Lava Show Admission - Adult : 45€ pp
LAVA SHOW recreates a volcanic eruption by superheating real lava up to 1100°C (2000°F) and then pouring it into a showroom full of people. LAVA SHOW is the only live lava show in the world and has received multiple innovation awards and recogni-tion for its educational and cultural value. With outstanding customer reviews. Takes approx 45-55 minutes
FlyOver Iceland Admission - Adult (Group Rate): 32€ pp
FlyOver Iceland utilizes state-of-the-art technology to give you the feeling of flight. You will hang suspended, feet dangling, before a 20-metre spherical screen while our film whisks you away on an exhilarating journey across Iceland. Special effects, in-cluding wind, mist and scents, combine with the ride’s motion to create an unforget-table experience. Before the Ride two original Pre-Show Experiences await you. 35-45 min
Sky Lagoon Pure Admission - Adult: 96€ pp
Where the Sea meets the Sky - Experience the Heart of Icelandic Tradition at our Oceanside Geothermal Lagoon. Embark on a journey of the senses, powered by the elements. Included: Admission, Use of Towel and The Ritual: The Lagoon – Cold Tub – Sauna – Cold Mist – Body Scrub – Steam Bath - Elixir
Note:
Travel insurance is not included in the price of the tour, however, we strongly recommend that you arrange your own travel insurance independently once you book your holiday.
Groups with 10 or more participants will have a Maltese group leader, while smaller groups can enjoy a local tour guide.
