Iceland

We fly to Keflavík Airport where we meet up our airport transfer with driver guide - if flights are booked through Rolfs. On the way to Reykjavik we get our first glimpse of Iceland’s dramatic landscape. Upon arrival, we check in at our hotel Storm Hotel.

The day is free to explore the capital at your own pace.

After breakfast we meet our local driver guide for a full day tour along the famous Golden Circle. We visit Þingvellir National Park, where the world’s oldest parliament was founded and where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates meet. We continue to the geothermally active Geysir area, where Strokkur erupts at regular intervals. The day concludes at the majestic Gullfoss waterfall, plunging into a deep canyon. We return to Reykjavik in the late afternoon and the evening is at leisure.

In the morning we meet our guide for a walking tour of Reykjavik. The city takes its name from the steam pillars of hot springs that once rose here and still do within the city limits.

Reykjavik is home to about half of Iceland's roughly 300,000 inhabitants and is both Europe's northernmost and westernmost capital. The area has been inhabited since the 9th century, although much of the city was built in the 20th century. Highlights include the National Museum, Hallgrímskirkja, and the Árni Magnússon Institute. Reykjavik also hosted the legendary 1972 chess match between American Bobby Fischer and the Soviet champion Boris Spassky.

After breakfast the day is free for your own adventures. Reykjavik offers a wide range of sights, restaurants and shops for those who prefer to stay in the city. You can also book our optional excursions:

Blue Lagoon
Unwind in mineral rich, turquoise waters that keep a soothing 36–39°C year-round. Set amid a lava field, the Blue Lagoon is one of Iceland's signature experiences - equal parts relaxation and natural wonder. Price from 406 USD per person.

Whale Watching
Join an unforgettable whale-watching adventure lasting approximately three to four hours. The waters surrounding Reykjavik are home to a variety of whale and dolphin species, most commonly humpback whales, minke whales, harbour porpoises, and white-beaked dolphins.The boat features comfortable indoor seating across several decks, as well as outdoor viewing areas for those who wish to enjoy the fresh sea air. Price from 140 USD per person.

After breakfast (excluding early morning departures), transfer to the airport for your flight home. Airport transfer is included if flights are booked through Rolfs.