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Church on Snæfellsnes Peninsula

The Golden Circle & west Iceland

7 days from £3,250pp
Church on Snæfellsnes Peninsula
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Tour highlights

  • Witness the mighty Geysir erupt as you explore the Golden Circle.

  • Learn about traditional Icelandic cuisine on a private food tour of Reykjavík.

  • Soak in the astounding scenery of the islands and mountains north of Snæfellsnes Peninsula on a boat trip with a fresh sushi feast served on board.

  • Explore Langjökull Glacier from tunnels which take you into the glacier itself.

Price includes:

  • Scheduled international flights
  • Fully insured vehicle hire
  • All accommodation
  • 24-hour support while you travel
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Itinerary idea in detail

With international flights from a choice of airports including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

  • Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Keflavík. Upon arrival in Keflavík, pick up your hire car and drive to your hotel on the Golden Circle. On the way, explore the barren yet eerily beautiful volcanic wastelands of the Reykjanes Peninsula. Once you've checked into your hotel, hike into the Reykjadalur Valley to a hot spring river, where you can bathe and relax.

    • Reykjadalur Valley
      Reykjadalur Valley
    • Reykjadalur Valley
      Reykjadalur Valley
    • Reykjadalur Valley
      Reykjadalur Valley

  • Explore the highlights of the Golden Circle today, including the iconic Geysir, the striking Þingvellir National Park and the enormous Gullfoss. You'll also take part in a private tour including lunch at Friðheimar tomato farm, and spend time bathing in the Secret Lagoon.

    • Geysir Geothermal Area, Golden Circle
      Geysir Geothermal Area, Golden Circle
    • Geysir, Golden Circle
      Geysir, Golden Circle
    • Geysir, Golden Circle
      Geysir, Golden Circle

  • Today, you'll drive to west Iceland, where you'll be based for the next couple of days. Join a shared tour that takes you inside a tunnel in the vast Langjökull Glacier.

    • Into the Glacier, West Iceland
      Into the Glacier, West Iceland
    • Snowmobiling on East Langjökull
      Snowmobiling on East Langjökull
    • Snowmobiling and ice caving on East Langjökull, Gullfoss
      Snowmobiling and ice caving on East Langjökull, Gullfoss

  • Spend the day exploring the fjords, villages, hot springs and farms of west Iceland. Later in the day, continue onto the north of Snæfellsnes Peninsula, where you'll join a 'Viking Sushi' tour. This takes you out on a fishing trawler to explore the myriad islands north of the peninsula, which teem with birdlife and are surrounded by spectacular mountain views. On your way back to the mainland, you'll enjoy a freshly prepared sushi meal, trawled from the ocean floor and prepared on deck by the crew.

    • Stykkishólmur
      Stykkishólmur
    • Kirkjufell, Snæfellsnes Peninsula
      Kirkjufell, Snæfellsnes Peninsula
    • Stykkishólmur marina
      Stykkishólmur marina

  • Explore the beauty and variety of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula today. Its volcano, glacier, black volcanic beaches, hot springs, and sandy beaches have been called 'Iceland in miniature'. End the day in Reykjavík, where you'll return your hire car.

    • Hallgrímskirkja, Reykjavík
      Hallgrímskirkja, Reykjavík
    • Small group helicopter tour — Heli Happy Hour, Reykjavík
      Small group helicopter tour — Heli Happy Hour, Reykjavík
    • Small group helicopter tour — Heli Happy Hour, Reykjavík
      Small group helicopter tour — Heli Happy Hour, Reykjavík

  • Embark on a privately guided food tour of Reykjavík, sampling some of the most common Icelandic dishes as you wander through the capital's streets on foot. The rest of the day is at your leisure to explore Reykjavík's museums, shops, restaurants, and attractions.

    • Humpback whale
      Humpback whale
    • Sun Voyager, Reykjavík
      Sun Voyager, Reykjavík
    • Reykjavík marina
      Reykjavík marina

  • Your private driver will take you to the airport today, in time for your onward flight. Your return flight will arrive the same day.

    • Reykjavík
      Reykjavík
    • Hallgrímskirkja, Reykjavík
      Hallgrímskirkja, Reykjavík
    • Reykjavík
      Reykjavík

Accommodation options

While the itinerary price reflects the suggested accommodation, Audley trips are 100% tailor-made, and a specialist can help you select the option best suited to your tastes and budget.

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When to go

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Place Daily max temperature (°C) Monthly rainfall (mm)
Langjökull
 
Snæfellsnes Peninsula
 
Reykjavík
 

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