Summer Iceland & Solar Eclipse - 6 days

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On this 6-day once-in-a-lifetime group tour to Iceland, you will witness the majestic total solar eclipse of August 12, 2026. Positioned along the central axis of the eclipse in Reykjavik, you will experience nearly a full minute of totality. Also on this tour, enjoy guided sightseeing in the capital and embark on a 2-hour whale watching cruise. Visit the rem...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Total Solar Eclipse - Witness a once in a lifetime total solar eclipse over Reykjavik, with eclipse glasses provided and almost a minute of totality, when you are plunged into darkness
    • Reykjavik - Take in the best of the Icelandic capital, including Hallgrimskirkja church and Harpa Concert Hall on a guided city tour
    • Whale watching - Spot humpback whales, orcas, dolphins and more on a 2-hour wildlife cruise from Reykjavik
    • Sky Lagoon - Visit the Blue Lagoon's fancy new neighbour, with an included entrance package to this geothermal lagoon
    • Seljalandsfoss - Walk behind the famous waterfall and visit nearby Skogafoss, which tumbles for more than 60 metres
    • The Westman Islands - Explore the island of Heimaey, which was hit by a devastating volcanic eruption in 1973
    • Raufarholshellir - Delve into one of Iceland's longest lava tubes, home to incredible rock formations and dazzling colours

What's this trip about?

    On this 6-day once-in-a-lifetime group tour to Iceland, you will witness the majestic total solar eclipse of August 12, 2026. Positioned along the central axis of the eclipse in Reykjavik, you will experience nearly a full minute of totality. Also on this tour, enjoy guided sightseeing in the capital and embark on a 2-hour whale watching cruise. Visit the remote Westman Islands to learn about a devastating eruption that took place here in 1973, take a dip in the Sky Lagoon and discover some of Iceland's natural wonders, including Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeGroup - max of 38 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityReykjavik
End CityReykjavik

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 38

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 38

Trip includes

    • 5 breakfasts
    • 5 nights 3-star hotels
    • Keflavik Airport arrival and departure transfer (FlyBus shuttle)
    • Escorted by an English-speaking Icelandic guide
    • All sightseeing across Iceland as per the itinerary & total solar eclipse 2026
    • Transportation in modern coaches with free Wi-Fi
    • Return ferry tickets to the Westman Islands including coach, driver and guide
    • Guided sightseeing in Reykjavik, Seljalandsfoss, Skogafoss, Reynisfjara & the Westman Islands
    • 2 - 2.5 hour whale watching cruise
    • Entrance to Sky Lagoon with 'Pure' package
    • Entrance to Skogar Folk Museum
    • Entrance to Raufarholshellir lava cave
    • Solar eclipse viewing glasses

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Reykjavik

Welcome to Iceland! Our adventure begins. Once we've transferred from the airport to our hotel via Flybus transfer, the rest of the day is for exploration! Please note: You will be escorted on this tour by an expert, English-speaking Icelandic tour guide. For this ...

Day : 2 Hella

Reykjavik - Hella. This morning we embark on a city tour of Reykjavik. Take in sights including the famous Hallgrimskirkja church, National Museum, City Hall, and Houses of Parliament. Later, we enjoy a 2-hour whale-watching cruise. All manner of species come to th...

Day : 3 Seljalandsfoss

Hella - Seljalandsfoss - Skogafoss - Reynisfjara - Hella. Today we experience the true forces of nature which make Iceland so special. Our morning starts with the plunging Seljalandsfoss waterfall. As well as admiring the cascade from afar, you can walk along a path t...

Day : 4 Westman Islands

Hella - The Westman Islands - Hella. We travel to the coast and board a ferry to Heimaey, the only inhabited island in the Westman archipelago. In 1973, half of the island's settlements were destroyed by a volcanic eruption, triggering a huge evacuation effort. Reside...

Day : 5 Reykjavik

Hella - Raufarholshellir - Reykjavik. We start today with a visit to the Raufarholshellir lava cave, the fourth longest lava tube in Iceland. Admire the incredible rock formations and vivid colours before we complete our journey back to Reykjavik and check in to our h...

Day : 6 Reykjavik

And just like that, our solar eclipse tour comes to an end. Enjoy your final morning in Iceland, before an included Flybus transfer takes you to the airport. Make sure to come back soon!

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,755
Price per day$459
Last Updated: 3/24/2025

Departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 4 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Accommodation

3 star hotels
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