Iceland

By the moment you arrive at Keflavik airport, your unforgettable Icelandic adventure begins. You will be warm greeted at the airport by your private chauffeur Rahhalah representative. He will be waiting for you on arrival exit holding Rahhalah sign.

If you have an early arrival, we suggest you a visit to Iceland’s world-famous Blue Lagoon to wash off all the tiredness after your flight. Experience the radiant powers of geothermal seawater. Let your Mind travel as well! Remember your swimsuit!
After the relaxing retreat, you will be heading towards to your first overnight stay in the Land of Fire and Ice. Reykjavík is rich in culinary culture, you can stroll the city streets, investigate the Old Harbor area with its fishing boats and whale watching ships, or see what's playing at a variety of theatres or clubs with live music. Exploring the local area or having a relaxing evening will be your own choice!

Check in at hotel & overnight stay in Reykjavik.
Accommodation: Grand Reykjavík 4* or similar

Wake up in a peaceful surrounding nature and start your morning with a genuine Icelandic breakfast in your hotel.
After breakfast at hotel, meet & greet with our local driver-guide with your private 4x4 car who will be assisting you from day 2 till Day 6.

Today you will travel through the best known route in Iceland –Golden Circle Route.
Starting with Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its breathtaking landscape, unique geological formations and colorful history. Here you can walk on a pathway in a tectonic rift where Iceland’s early settlers established the first parliament, over a thousand years ago. The seismic rift valley, which marks the ever expanding gap between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. Be sure to check out Thingvallavatn – the largest natural lake in Iceland.

For your lunch option, Geysir will be a great place!- You should not miss the Hot spring taste! (under your own expenses)
After lunch, it is time to visit some of the most interesting and famous areas. You can see Geysir—the original “geyser”—and its more active neighbor, Strokkur, which erupts every few minutes.
The geysers are just one type of hot spring, but such features are very rare in the world – not existing in Europe outside Iceland. When Geysir was most active, its eruptions spouted scalding geothermal water streams some 60-80 m into the air. Geysir has risen to 100 metres at its best. Strokkur, another famous geyser located nearby, gives a performance every few minutes, shooting a tower of water and steam 30 metres into the air. There are also numerous small springs boil and bubble nearby.

Later our next stop will be the magnificent Gullfoss Waterfall (the Golden Falls), which is one of Iceland’s most beautiful waterfalls. Its golden hued cascade originates at Langjokull Glacier and flows down the Hvítá River all the way down to Gullfoss. It’s constantly rated as one of the best waterfalls in the world and a fabulous photo opportunity that you won’t want to miss!

At around 3pm, we enjoy the thrilling adventure River Rafting in Hvita River!
Just below the mighty Gullfoss waterfall, a magnificent canyon makes up a fantastic rafting location. Enjoy beautiful landscape from a new angle! Rafting down the Hvítá river is a splendid way to spend the day. You do not need any prior rafting experience for this adventure and its great fun for all ages. This tour is for everyone that enjoys a little adventure in an outstanding landscape!
Cruise down the great glacier river running all the way from Langjökull Glacier, Iceland’s second-biggest glacier. For eons, the roaring river has sculpted the landscape, with Brúarhlöð Canyon one of the major highlights. The canyon has grand rock formations and portholes and you can see how the water has carved out the breccia walls. Hvítá River also feeds into Gullfoss Waterfall, one of the most visited attractions in Iceland.
Those who want to can take a refreshing leap from the Brúarhlöð cliffs into the glacial waters of the canyon - a fitting end to an incredible river rafting adventure. Rafting the river takes between 60 and 90 minutes. Afterwards, you have time to relax in the Drumbó sauna.

At around 7pm head towards your hotel, you will spend the night in the town of Selfoss

Check in at hotel & overnight stay in Selfoss.
Accommodation: Hotel Selfoss & SPA 4* or similar

Slowly wake up and enjoy your Icelandic breakfast at your hotel.
Today you will get to explore the stunning scenery of the south coast Seljalandsfoss!

Continue driving along the south coast, you will have your first stop at the spectacular Seljalandsfoss Waterfall. Take your chance to walk behind a waterfall at Seljalandsfoss. Famed for its breathtaking cylindrical cascade and the hidden cave that allows you to see it from a totally different angle. On a sunny day you might be able to snap a photo of one of the many magnificent rainbows that appear above it.

The next stop is Skogafoss Waterfall, which is around 30 minutes away from Seljalandsfoss. It is a 60-meter high waterfall, lager than Seljalandsfoss. You can walk right up to, you will get so see it produces a lot of drizzle then you will be able to see beautiful rainbows on sunny days. A legend is connected to Skogafoss waterfall, it is believed that behind it you can find a chest filled with gold and treasures. The story goes that Þrasi Þórólfsson, the Viking Settler at Skógar (Eystriskógar) in around 900, hid the chest and it is said that the first man who goes there will find great treasures.

After lunch in afternoon, you will head towards a Glacier walking tour to discover the beauty of Sólheimajökull. Along the way to the glacier, you will have a good view of the glacier lagoon and the area around the glacier. You start with a safety briefing and a short lesson how to use the crampons and the ice pick on the glacier walk.
The glacial landscape is amazing and dynamic, including crevices, sinkholes and small black volcanic sand hills. Sometimes it’s possible to take a look at the small holes or enter the caves. During the summertime, the ice becomes whiter and the volcanic ash which forms various patterns in the landscape is more visible.
The duration of the tour is about 2.5 hours.

After the Glacier tour, you will head towards to another magnificent sight of the south coast – Reynisfjara, a magnificent black sand beach that is home to some of the most beautiful rock structures in Iceland. You’ll stroll along it and see the beauty of the deep blue waves of the Atlantic Ocean thunder on the coal-black sands; appreciate the series of basalt columns that rise up the cliff near the beach; and see the Reynisdrangar basalt peaks, which are supposedly trolls who were petrified by the sun.

Head towards hotel and have an relaxing evening.
Accommodation: Hotel Selfoss & SPA 4* or similar

Slowly wake up and enjoy your Icelandic breakfast at your hotel.
Today you will head to western part of Iceland with with its diverse attractions, for your adventures.

After breakfast, you will start to drive approx. 2hours to your first stop- Borgarfjörður. Borgarnes and the surrounding Borgarfjörður region can be regarded as the setting for most of the Icelandic sagas. The area's landscape, nature and culture reflect this heritage and bring history to life.
On your way to Grábrók, there will be few options for your lunch. It can be pre-arranged or under your own arrangement!

After lunch, you will continue driving towards Grábrók. Beautiful scenery over Borgarfjordur is from the top of the Grabrok crater. Mt. Grabrok can be ascended by a marked trail from the main Ring road no. 1. It makes for a great stop and an easy hike on your Iceland road trip. The surrounding vistas won’t disappoint with plenty of photo opportunities.

Grábrók Crater Hike (with driver guide): Call it a hike, call it a walk, reaching the top of Grábrók felt like a breeze. There is a good path up to the top with manmade steps. The volcanic crater is only about 170 meters high. You’ll be hiking on sturdy wooden steps and boardwalks for the most part. There were railings to hold onto on the steeper parts and even several resting areas with benches. Up on the rim you’ll be hiking on lava gravel and stones. That stuff is sharp as hell, so leave your best shoes in the car/hotel. If you’re quick, you could hike up, around and back down in around 40 minutes, but we’d recommend spending about an hour, to properly enjoy the scenery and take pictures. Remember to have a toilet break before your hiking tour at the nearby gas station.

After Grabrok Crater Hike, you will drive approx.1hr to the largest and most spectacular cave in Iceland- The Víðgelmir Cave. It has beautiful ice formations and deep inside there are lava stalactites and stalagmites. Caves can often be dark and tight, but this is not the case with Víðgelmir lava cave.

The Víðgelmir Cave tour with guide: Take a guided tour into the mighty Víðgelmir lava tube with the aid of our easy-access walkway, and state of the art feature lighting. This is a trip that the whole family can enjoy. Duration is about1.5hr.
After the Cave your, you will head towards to your tonight’s overnight stay at a small history and culture packed village- Reykholt.

Check in at hotel & Overnight stay in Reykholt.
Accommodation: Fosshótel Reykholt 3* or similar

Slowly wake up and enjoy your Icelandic breakfast at your hotel.
Today you will start your adventure with a glacier classic tour which will lead you to the untouched beauty and raw nature of Langjokull, Iceland’s second largest glacier.

Depart from hotel, deep in the heart of the wild landscapes here, you’ll see Deildartunguhver – the most powerful hot springs in Europe, which pumps out more than 180 liters of boiling water every second.
On your way to Gullfoss, driving via Hvalfjordur (the Whale Fjord)

Langjökull snowmobile tour: As soon as you book Into the Glacier Snowmobile tour, you can picture yourself driving a snowmobile across the surface of Iceland’s second-largest glacier, Langjökull! That’s just what you’ll do on this truly amazing adventure. With expert guidance from start to finish, you’ll first snowmobile atop the snowy expanse of an Icelandic glacier. It’s a fantastic adventure that won’t soon be forgotten.
Anyone 17 years or older with a driver’s license can take part in this once in a lifetime adventure and an experienced guide will lead the tour and also teach the basics of operating a snowmobile. Tour Duration 3-4hr.

After finishing tour, depart towards back to Reykjavik.
Reykjavík, the northernmost capital of the world. Here you can choose to simply relax at your accommodations, dine in one of the modern restaurants the city holds or spend your time strolling the streets of downtown and checking out the main sights, such as Hallgrímskirkja church, City Hall and Harpa concert hall.

Check in at hotel & Overnight stay at Reykjavik.
Accommodation: Grand Reykjavík 4* or similar

Today you will get to explore the capital city, Reykjavik City is a cozy little capital bursting with vibrant culture and heritage. Visit the Harpa Concert Hall, the presidential residence at Bessastadir, and Hallgrimskirkja. Lake Tjörnin, Old Harbor, Sun Voyager (Sólfar), Perlan ,etc.

Around 08:30am you move towards, Whale watching pick up (not private coach – transfer on your own) to harbor Reykjavik
Approx 9am we start our Whale Watching tour!
On a Whale Watching tour from Reykjavik you will be able to experience some of Iceland’s rich and thriving bird life, as well as visit our large variety of sea-life, including minke whales, humpback whales, harbor porpoises and white-beaked dolphins among other whale species.
The expert guides and friendly crew will welcome you aboard, share with you interesting information about different kinds of whales and seabirds you may expect to see on your tour and will teach you how to spot whales out in the bay. With an on-board display of whale teeth, bones, baleen, plankton nets and a microscope, this tour truly is a hands-on floating Whale Watching classroom with educational & interactive focus! Tour Duration :3-3.5hr

At around 1:30pm your driver will pick you with your private coach for horseback riding tour.
You will be driven towards Icelandic countryside for horseback riding tour along Road No. 1, only 30 minutes´ drive from Reykjavik. The unique location between volcanic mountains, rivers and the ocean enables you to experience diverse and fascinating nature.
Horseback Riding tour: This tour in the Icelandic countryside takes 1 hour, you will get a small taste of the Icelandic horse’s qualities and experience the Icelandic countryside on horseback.
English speaking guide, riding and safety equipment are included as well

Today’s adventure will ends at your hotel in Reykjavik
Overnight stay in hotel.
Accommodation: Grand Reykjavík 4* or similar

Transfer to Keflavik Airport for your departure flight back to home.