Iceland’s Midnight Sun: Glaciers, Geysers, and the Golden Circle

Set out on a journey full of dramatic contrasts. Come to know Iceland; a place where steaming lava fields reflect a volcanic nature and massive glaciers sculpt mountains and valleys, leaving behind thundering waterfalls and plunging fjords.

Begin in the capital city of Reykjavík. Get to know your fellow travelers during an Icelandic lunch at a popular local restaurant. Next, join a walking tour of old town Reykjavík with a local guide and learn about the City Hall, Parliament building, and the iconic Harpa Concert Hall with its’ stunning geometric glass façade. Later, check into your hotel and spend the afternoon at leisure.

Travel the Golden Circle and experience renowned natural wonders. Marvel at the double-cascade Gullfoss waterfall, the explosive Geysir thermal area, and the famous Thingvellir National Park where you’ll stand upon the crest of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. Along the way, stop at a family-run dairy farm to enjoy various cheeses and their famous ice cream during a light lunch. Your day ends with a visit to Friðheimar stud farm and greenhouse cultivation center to learn about the tradition of breeding Icelandic show horses as well as how pesticide-free produce is grown with the aid of geothermal energy before returning back to Reykjavík.

Explore Iceland’s western coastline with a visit Akranes, an old fishing town at the base of Akrafjall Mountain. Don’t miss a photo opportunity of one of the most picturesque lighthouses* in the world. Perhaps, you’ll climb up the stairs to take in its stunning views or take a leisurely walk along the historical harbor if you choose. Continue to Deildartunguhver, the highest-flowing hot spring in Europe. Stroll along several wooden walkways and observation points to explore the hot springs safely. Listen to local stories and legends while visiting Barnafoss, which translates to “the Children’s Falls.” Your day comes to an end in Borgarnes, a small West Iceland town with deep Viking roots.