Iceland Family Adventure

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With simmering volcanoes and spouting geysers, glaciers and icebergs, and deeply carved fjords, Iceland is a land where geology comes to life. Discover these extreme landscapes as a family, venturing into ancient caves, cruising to islands buzzing with birdlife, and taking a dip in burbling hot springs. Learn about pirates, sea monsters, and the island’s rich...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Explore waterfalls, fjords, caves, volcanoes, and rocky islands in Iceland’s geological wonderland.
    • Visit the soaring Látrabjarg cliffs, Europe’s westernmost point and home to one of the largest colonies of nesting seabirds in Europe.
    • Go spelunking in a massive cave system formed by lava and water, and meet a leading volcanologist to learn about Iceland’s bubbling, steaming, erupting landscapes.
    • Hear riveting tales of elves, ghosts, and sea monsters from Iceland’s rich folklore tradition.

What's this trip about?

    With simmering volcanoes and spouting geysers, glaciers and icebergs, and deeply carved fjords, Iceland is a land where geology comes to life. Discover these extreme landscapes as a family, venturing into ancient caves, cruising to islands buzzing with birdlife, and taking a dip in burbling hot springs. Learn about pirates, sea monsters, and the island’s rich mythology, and enjoy time to get to know native Icelanders, from artisans and storytellers to local families and kids.

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Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age range7 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityReykjavík
End CityReykjavík

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Family Friendly
  • National Parks
  • High Adventure

Destinations

Activities

  • Bird Watching
  • Educational/ Learning
  • Hiking
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Sailing

Trip includes

    • Accommodations and meals as indicated in the itinerary
    • Pre-departure information
    • Entrance fees, excursions, and sightseeing noted as included in the itinerary
    • Ground transportation during the expedition
    • Transfers to and from group flights where applicable
    • Services of an adventure consultant, guides and any other staff, and on designated “Photography” departures, a National Geographic Photographer
    • Taxes, port charges, baggage handling, and service charges
    • For itineraries that include camping, camp and cook staffs, tents, kitchen and dining tents and necessary Trip equipment (e.g., sea kayaks, rafts, personal floatation devices, etc.) are provided
    • Please note: The “B, L, D” notations apply to the period during the expedition only and do not include any meals on flights to/from the Trip
    • Internal airfare is included on some international expeditions as indicated in the itinerary

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Days 1 & 2: U.S./Reykjavík, Iceland

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Marina

After an overnight flight, arrive in Keflavik, Iceland early and stop for a dip in the Blue Lagoon, a perfect introduction to Iceland’s geothermal landscape. Explore the lagoon’...

Day 3: Golden Circle

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Travel to Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site situated in the rift vally between the Eurasian and the North American tectonic plates. Against a backdrop of mountains and a wildflower-dotted lava plan stands...

Day 4: Westfjords Peninsula

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel Horn

This morning, fly to the enchanted Westfjords Peninsula and discover a pristine landscape of fjords and fishing villages tucked into tiny harbors today. Take a guided walk through Ísafjörður, m...

Day 5:  Arnarfjörður/Patreksfjörður

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Fosshótel Westfjords

Travel deeper into the fjord-laced heart of this wild and beautiful peninsula to Arnarfjörður and visit the tiny village of Hrafnseyri, the birthplace of Iceland’s national hero, Jón ...

Day 6: Patreksfjörður/ Stykkishólmur

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel Egilsen

Early this morning, head to the soaring Látrabjarg cliffs, Europe’s westernmost point and home to one of the largest colonies of nesting seabirds in Europe. Photograph fearless puffins, and ...

Day 7:  Stykkishólmur

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Explore the world of volcanoes in-depth during a private tour of Stykkishólmur’s Eldfjallasafn Volcano Museum led by renowned volcanologist, National Geographic grantee Haraldur Sigurðsson. This afternoon, board a fishing boat...

Day 8:  Snæfellsjökull National Park

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Head into Snæfellsjökull National Park and listen to local folktales, as we hike to the Arnarstapi- Hellnar Trail, with striking views of unusual lava formations. Go spelunking in a lava-formed cave system to find a huge, secret cavern deep within the Earth. This afternoon, we make our way back to Rekjavik and enjoy a special farewell dinner.

Day 9: Reykjavík/U.S.

This morning, saddle up for a ride on an Icelandic horse – a smaller, pony-size species known for its smooth-as-silk gait. Or, relax in the nearby village of Hveragerði, with its energetic bubbling, hissing, steaming geothermal site located right in the center of town. Then transfer to the airport for your flight home.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $6,990
Price per day$777
Last Updated: 8/2/2018

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International airfare to Reykjavík and airfare within Iceland is not included in the expedition cost
    • Optional gratuities
    • Personal items

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Meals Included

7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches and 7 Dinners

Age Requirements
7 years and up
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