Tours of Iceland

Icelandic Adventure

Tour Map of Icelandic Adventure

A land of fire and ice, of epic vistas fit for epic sagas, Iceland is a uniquely spectacular holiday destination. Many travel companies focus solely on the southwest of the island; we offer a complete circuit of its natural attractions, giving you the chance to relax in the geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon, admire the pastoral splendour of Borgarfjordur, wonder at the bizarre volcanic formations of Lake Myvatn and marvel at the Vatnajokull Glacier, the spouting hot springs of Great Geysir and the thunderous Golden Falls, all in combination with a 3-night stay in the colourful and stylish city of Reykjavik, Europe’s northernmost capital.

Our tours are packed with action and adventure, travelling through a country to experience its culture and to meet the local people. But they’re also about experiencing the awesome beauty of the natural world, the most inspiring landscapes on every continent. You could join one of our Inspiring Landscapes tours to see for yourself the soaring peaks of the Himalaya, experience the vast emptiness of the Sahara, walk in the immense Amazon Rainforest or witness the spectacular, wind- and water-eroded landscapes of the western United States. Closer to home you could wonder at the soft contours of Tuscany’s rolling hills or the dramatic, lava-strewn volcanoes of Iceland. When you discover these landscapes with Explore you won’t just be having a look, taking a photo and moving on. You’ll appreciate them all the more by staying longer and interacting with nature, usually on foot: getting in amongst the mountains, the trees and the sand-dunes – and really soaking up the atmosphere of the place.

Land Of Ice & Fire

Tour Map of Land Of Ice & Fire

Iceland is a country of spectacular and geologically diverse landscapes. On this trip we visit raging waterfalls, steaming geysers and glistening glaciers. We walk in the wild Skaftafell region, exploring the national park, remote villages and black-sand beaches. We also visit the capital Reykjavik and explore the Borgarfjordur fjord.

Our tours are packed with action and adventure, travelling through a country to experience its culture and to meet the local people. But they’re also about experiencing the awesome beauty of the natural world, the most inspiring landscapes on every continent. You could join one of our Inspiring Landscapes tours to see for yourself the soaring peaks of the Himalaya, experience the vast emptiness of the Sahara, walk in the immense Amazon Rainforest or witness the spectacular, wind- and water-eroded landscapes of the western United States. Closer to home you could wonder at the soft contours of Tuscany’s rolling hills or the dramatic, lava-strewn volcanoes of Iceland. When you discover these landscapes with Explore you won’t just be having a look, taking a photo and moving on. You’ll appreciate them all the more by staying longer and interacting with nature, usually on foot: getting in amongst the mountains, the trees and the sand-dunes – and really soaking up the atmosphere of the place.

Icelandic Winter Splendours

Tour Map of Icelandic Winter Splendours

Iceland is a country with unique scenery that is no less spectacular in winter than it is in summer. On this tour you'll have the chance to see geysers erupting from the snowy ground, beautifully sculpted frozen waterfalls and hopefully the blue and green hues of the Northern Lights will appear in the night sky. You'll also have the chance to unwind and warm up in the thermal waters of the Blue Lagoon and Lake Myvatn Nature Baths, explore the capital Reykjavik and enjoy a boat trip to Hrisey Island.

All the adventure you want, with a softer landing. Handpicked, character-rich accommodations with upgraded amenities services. Upgraded and private transport, including flights to maximize time. More included meals, activities and transfers.

Explore Iceland

Tour Map of Explore Iceland

At the place where two continents quite literally brush up against each other is Iceland, land of fire and ice. Take one week out of life to get up close to this unique country’s natural highlights. Make your way through lava tube caves, watch the living Earth in action at some of the island’s volcanoes, relax in incredible hot springs, and keep your eyes open for whales off the coast. Get to Iceland – elemental elegance and epic memories guaranteed.

Great value, reasonable prices, quality experiences. Comfortable and varied tourist-class accommodations chosen for location and character. Mix of public and private transport for the best overall experience. All the top highlights included, plus plenty of time to explore on your own.

The trips we've build our reputation on. Designed for maximum variety, these trips are geared towards travellers searching for a healthy mix of active exploration, uncommon landscapes, amazing wildlife and local cultures.

Best of Iceland

Tour Map of Best of Iceland

If you're looking for a fast but full visit around Iceland, this seven-day trip fits the bill perfectly. It’s got tons of main highlights – whale-watching tours, visiting glacier lagoons, and taking glacier hikes – as well as plenty of hidden gems that you won’t find anywhere else in the world. Be sure to pack your sense of adventure and get ready to feel Iceland under your feet.

Breathtaking Iceland

Tour Map of Breathtaking Iceland

Brimming with snow-capped volcanoes, glaciers and geysers, Iceland is a breathtaking country, and the perfect destination for experiencing the colourful celestial wonder of the Northern Lights. On this two-centre tour, spending two nights each in the southern town of Hella and Reykjavík, you will explore dramatic scenery of mountains, mighty waterfalls and thermal springs - landscapes that inspired the writers of the Icelandic sagas and tenacious legends of elves and trolls. You’ll learn about the native Icelandic horse at the Fákasel Horse Park, marvel at the awesome power of the ice-capped Eyjafjallajökull volcano and the Golden Falls, watch the Strokkur Geyser erupt high into the air and take a relaxing dip in the warm mineral-rich waters of the Blue Lagoon, ending your journey in cosmopolitan Reykjavík.

Highlights of Iceland in Winter

Iceland is a simply brilliant adventure travel destination; unlike anything else in Europe, with its volcanic landscape, Viking-descended people and rich folklore. Just 3 hours flight from the UK, it is the perfect place for a short break, particularly during the period from mid October to mid April, when the country's natural highlights are enhanced by the real possibility of encountering the northern lights. Close to the Icelandic capital of Reykjavik, we start this action-packed adventure with a tour of the famous '˜Golden Circle', a collection of natural (and man-made) phenomena that provides a great first impression of the country. We go to Thingvellir, where Iceland's first parliament was located alongside the country's biggest lake. Here, we can stand astride the Mid-Atlantic Ridge with one foot on the North Atlantic tectonic plate and the other on the Eurasian plate! The geothermal area of Geysir and the spectacular waterfall of Gullfoss are also on our tick-list, before we drive east on the south coast '˜ring road' to spend 2 nights at a hotel near the village of Kirkjubæjarklaustur. On each of the nights here, we will keep a close eye on the aurora forecast and be ever-ready to go out on the hunt for the northern lights. From here, we travel on to the amazing, iceberg-choked Glacier Lagoon at Jokulsarlon, site of 2 James Bond films. There are lots of great photo opportunities at Jokulsarlon and we also have the chance to explore into the glittering ice caves at the edge of the glacier inland of the lagoon (the ice-cave visit is not possible on October and April departures). Heading back to Reykjavik, we stop off for a guided walk on the ice of the Solheimajokull Glacier and also take time out to experience the black sand beaches, pounding Atlantic waves and impressive waterfalls which are a feature of Iceland's south coast. With 2 nights in Reykjavik and 3 full days of activities, this is Iceland at its best!

Great value, reasonable prices, quality experiences. Comfortable and varied tourist-class accommodations chosen for location and character. Mix of public and private transport for the best overall experience. All the top highlights included, plus plenty of time to explore on your own.

The trips we've build our reputation on. Designed for maximum variety, these trips are geared towards travellers searching for a healthy mix of active exploration, uncommon landscapes, amazing wildlife and local cultures.

Iceland Northern Lights & Golden Circle

Tour Map of Iceland Northern Lights & Golden Circle

Most people that go to Iceland go in the summer, but there's a whole other side to this place in the winter months. (It is called Iceland, after all.) Spend five days doing really cool things like hiking glaciers, snowshoeing through Þingvellir National Park, reflecting on life under the Northern Lights, and warming up in Geysir Hot Springs, all the while staying in a character-filled renovated farmhouse. See another side of this amazing country.

Why not join a tour led by a guest specialist who can help you understand and appreciate your chosen destination or activity in greater depth? Working with a team of carefully chosen specialist lecturers, all of whom have a deep knowledge and passionate enthusiasm for their subject, we have developed a range of specialist led holidays all over the world. You could enjoy travelling to the fabled highlands of Ethiopia, to explore the rock-cut churches of Tigray and Lalibela as well as the obelisks, temples and palaces of Axum, the final resting place of the Ark of the Covenant. Or why not discover the fascinating but little known sites of Maidum, Amarna, Beni Hassan and Abydos in Egypt’s Nile Valley, ignored by mainstream tourism but full of interest for enthusiasts? As well as specialist history tours you could travel in the company of an expert astronomer to the Iceland, in search of the spectacular Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights). As the most sparsely populated country in Europe, with almost negligible levels of light pollution and positioned on the edge of the Arctic Circle, Iceland is the ideal place to view the Aurora Borealis, described by some as the most spectacular natural phenomenon in the world. Our expert astronomer has great experience in aurora-tracking, making sure we're in the right place at the right time not just to witness the show, but also to explain the phenomenon and give tips on how to film or photograph it.

Northern Lights

Tour Map of Northern Lights

Accompanied by expert astronomer Andrew Green, we travel to Iceland in search of the spectacular Northern Lights. We explore the famous 'Golden Circle' including Thingvellir National Park and Strokkur Geyser. We also visit lava fields and unwind in the geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon.

Our tours are packed with action and adventure, travelling through a country to experience its culture and to meet the local people. But they’re also about experiencing the awesome beauty of the natural world, the most inspiring landscapes on every continent. You could join one of our Inspiring Landscapes tours to see for yourself the soaring peaks of the Himalaya, experience the vast emptiness of the Sahara, walk in the immense Amazon Rainforest or witness the spectacular, wind- and water-eroded landscapes of the western United States. Closer to home you could wonder at the soft contours of Tuscany’s rolling hills or the dramatic, lava-strewn volcanoes of Iceland. When you discover these landscapes with Explore you won’t just be having a look, taking a photo and moving on. You’ll appreciate them all the more by staying longer and interacting with nature, usually on foot: getting in amongst the mountains, the trees and the sand-dunes – and really soaking up the atmosphere of the place.

Icelandic Escapades

Tour Map of Icelandic Escapades

An exciting holiday in Iceland discovering glaciers, waterfalls and geysers. We take a dip in the warm waters of the Blue Lagoon and have the option to ride snowmobiles on a glacier or drive in giant 'Superjeeps' across lava fields. In the summer we go in search of whales from Reykjavik harbour and in the winter we hope to see the amazing Northern Lights.