Walking Iceland's Diamond Circle

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Known as 'The Land of Fire and Ice', Iceland is a land of striking contrasts featuring some of Europe's largest glaciers and most active volcanoes. Far from the crowds, we've designed an itinerary that leads you through the remote regions of north-eastern Iceland where you're met with vast and alien landscapes around every corner; truly worth the journey to r...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Uncover the famed sights of theDiamond Circle: Lake Myvatn, Husavik, and the powerful Dettifoss & Godafoss Waterfalls
    • Adventure intonorth-eastern Iceland, a remote, unspoiled region bursting with natural beauty - a walker's paradise!
    • Spend two nights inReykjavik Cityrelaxing in geothermal pools, exploring the art scene or embarking a Whale Watching Tour

What's this trip about?

    Known as 'The Land of Fire and Ice', Iceland is a land of striking contrasts featuring some of Europe's largest glaciers and most active volcanoes. Far from the crowds, we've designed an itinerary that leads you through the remote regions of north-eastern Iceland where you're met with vast and alien landscapes around every corner; truly worth the journey to reach this isolated haven. A walker's haven, Iceland boasts an extensive network of trails spanning both lowland and highland regions, each area showcasing its unique natural treasures. For our Diamond Circle adventure, we have focused on the lesser visited north-eastern region, with carefully selected bases on the shores of Lake Myvatn and Borgafjordur Eystri. Our itinerary also features the whale watching capital Husavik, the magnificent canyon of Asbyrgi and the unmissable waterfalls of Dettifoss, Selfoss & Godafoss. The lake region of Myvatn is widely known as The Northern Lights capital of Iceland and boasts incredible geological features along with a rich diversity of flora and fauna. This stunning body of water is dotted with numerous small islands and is known for its tranquillity, abundant birdlife, and volcanic features; the lake and its surrounding area rank among Iceland's most remarkable natural attractions. Further east, you'll find your second base, and the more remote region of Borgafjordur Eystri. Home to just 100 people, yet over 10,000 pairs of Atlantic Puffin, this is unspoiled Iceland at it's best. Borgarfjordur Eystri is a hiker's paradise, offering dozens of well-marked trails. The mountains here vary in shape and size, showcasing the full spectrum of Icelandic nature, from black sand beaches and green valleys to the pinkish hues of the mountain ridges.Visit Iceland's famed Diamond Circle and journey into the remote north-eastern region, full of intrigue, fire & ice - a nature lovers dream!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range16 years and up
Flights and transport
Start CityReykjavik
End CityReykjavik

Travel Themes

  • Hiking & Walking

Activities

  • Hiking

Trip includes

    • 7 nights accommodation
    • All breakfasts
    • Headwater navigation app
    • Domestic flights from Reykjavik to Akureyri and from Egilsstadir to Reykjavik
    • Car hire (six days)

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Reykjavik

Arrive into the bustling hub of Reykjavik International airport before taking the shuttle bus to Reykjavik City Centre (approx. 1hr). Surrounded by incredible nature, Reykjavik is a city brimming with life with much to explore. Recharge in one of the city's 18 geothe...

Day 2 Fly to Akureyri & Walk Lake Myvatn with Godafoss

Take a short taxi ride (5mins) from your hotel to Reykjavik Domestic airport for your internal flight to Akureyri. Located in north-east Iceland, Akureyri is in one of the longest fjords in the country and is surrounded by mountains reaching 1,500m with the Arctic Cir...

Day 3 Husavik, Dettifoss & Selfoss Waterfalls

Choose from our range of walks nearby between 3km - 15km (level 1 to level 3). Walk around Hverfjall Crater, a captivating 140m deep crater reminiscent of an amphitheatre and onto Myvatn Nature Baths where you can bathe in the rich geothermal waters. Explore Asbyrgi ...

Day 4 Walk Stuðlagil Canyon & Onto Borgafjörður Eystri

En-route to your next base in Borgafjordur Eystri, we recommend visiting Studlagil Canyon, one of the world's most enchanting basalt rock formations and an incredible natural wonder overlooking the turquoise glacial river. Borgafjordur Eystri is a little known and tr...

Day 5 Walk Borgafjordur Eystri

Choose from our range of walks nearby between 4km - 18km (level 1 to level 3). Walk the Brunavik trail, between fjord and mountains with breath-taking views across Eastern Iceland. Discover the Hvannagil Canyon Loop known as the Golden Valley due to its colourful rhyo...

Day 6 Walk Stórurð Glacier Circuit

Despite being one of the country's most stunning attractions, Storurd remained relatively unknown, even to Icelanders, until a few decades ago. However, it has since gained rapid popularity among hikers, who want to experience this unique location beneath the magnific...

Day 7 Egilsstadir & Fly To Reykjavik

Depending on your flight times, you can spend the morning exploring more of Borgafjordur Eystri before driving to Egilsstadir airport (approx. 1hr) to return your hire car and fly to Reykjavik Domestic airport. Enjoy your last night in the capital city of Iceland, in...

Day 8 Depart Reykjavik

Take the shuttle bus (approx. 1hr) from the city centre to Reykjavik Keflavik airport. Return home with fond memories of your Icelandic Adventure.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,500
Price per day$438
Last Updated: 2/27/2025
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01 Jun 2025
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$3,560
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03 Jun 2025
10 Jun 2025
$3,560
$4,675
04 Jun 2025
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$4,675
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$3,560
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08 Jun 2025
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09 Jun 2025
16 Jun 2025
$3,560
$4,675
10 Jun 2025
17 Jun 2025
$3,560
$4,675

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Travel insurance
    • Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement)
    • Visas or vaccinations
    • Lunches & dinners

Accommodation

Cancellation policy

The cancellation policies of this trip when booked through Travelstride are determined by the stated policies of the tour operator - Exodus Adventure Travels.

If you or any other member of your party decides to cancel a confirmed booking you must notify Travelstride in writing. Your notice of cancellation will only take effect when it is received in writing by Travelstride and will be effective from the date on which we receive it.

Period before departure in which you notify us

From the date your Booking Confirmation is issued up to, and including, 90 days prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.

  • 89 to 52 days (inclusive) prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.
  • 51 to 31 days (inclusive) prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.
  • 30 days or less prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation, or after the booking has started

Cancellation charge

Deposit can be transferred to a new booking which must be made within 3 months of the date the original booking was cancelled, and depart within 12 months of the new booking date. If a new booking is not made within this period then the deposit will be forfeited. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.

  • 50% of the total holiday cost. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.
  • 75% of the total holiday cost. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.
  • 100% of the total holiday cost.

For Polar holidays, the following cancellation charges will be made:

Cancellation period (before departure) - Cancellation Fee (per person)

Outside of 180 days - No fee if cancelled within 15 days of booking date. US $1,250 cancellation fee if cancelled 16 days or more of booking date.

179 to 120 days - Loss of deposit.

119 to 90 days prior to departure - 50% of the holiday cost.

89 to 60 days prior to departure - 75% of the holiday cost. 

59 to 0 days prior to departure - 100% of the holiday cost.

For more additional details, see the booking conditions of Exodus Adventure Travels at the following web address: https://www.exodustravels.com/us/about-exodus/exodus-booking-conditions

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Age Requirements
16 years and up
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