6 Day Small-Group Escorted Tour of Iceland
Explore, Unwind, Repeat:
A Luxurious Adventure in The Icelandic Highlands
Embark on a beautiful adventure with a small group of like-minded travelers and explore the Highlands and South Coast where the locals vacation, in addition to wonderful highlights.
Journey Overview
- 6 Days/5 Nights
- June, September, October
- From $6,998 USD Per Person
- Max 14 People per group
- Highlands, South Coast & Westman Islands
- 6 Days/5 Nights
- June, September, October
- From $6,998 USD Per Person
- Max 14 People per group
- Highlands, South Coast & Westman Islands
- Experience the power of nature in the heart of the Central Highlands with its spectacular hot springs and starry nights.
- Explore the outdoors on scenic hikes, ride to a waterfall on horseback, and adventure into the glacier.
- Discover Iceland’s best-kept secret, the Westman Islands, rich in history, unique landscapes, and seabird life.
- Connect with the vibrant culture by exploring local farms, fishing villages, museums, and art galleries.
- Stay at a family-run farm and intimate boutique hotel surrounded by nature in South Iceland.
- Indulge in authentic, high-quality dining experiences (hyper-local, seasonal menus).
Included in this Fully Escorted Iceland Journey
5 nights at premium accommodations with magnificent views
Guidance of an experienced Tour Director throughout the entire journey
9 authentic, high-quality meals (5 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners)
Luxury transportation connecting your locations in Iceland
Locally guided activities offering a cultural and immersive experience in the region
All of our services to plan and implement your trip, and support while traveling
Included in this Fully Escorted Iceland Vacation Package
5 nights at premium accommodations with magnificent views
Guidance of an experienced Tour Director throughout the entire program
9 authentic, high-quality dining experiences (5 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners)
Luxury transportation connecting your locations in Iceland
Locally guided activities offering a cultural and immersive experience in the region
All of our services to plan and implement your trip, and support while traveling
2025 DATES & PRICING
Departing
June 10 – 15, 2025
Price Per Person
$6,998
SPOTS AVAILABLE
Departing
September 19 – 24, 2025
Price Per Person
$6,998
SPOTS AVAILABLE
Departing
October 17 – 22, 2025
Price Per Person
$6,998
SPOTS AVAILABLE
TIMELINE
Day 1
Stargazing & Highland Luxury: The Adventure Starts
The adventure awaiting you is very exciting. As you introduce yourself to the few lucky ones who will be enjoying it with you over the next 6 days, you can feel that everyone shares that excitement. The Tour Director gets the fun started, and we all head out to Highland Base, our remote luxury outpost, for two nights. On the way there, we stop by the Geysir Hot Springs to experience that geological marvel. Tonight, after a gourmet dinner, far from the glow of city lights, the night sky becomes a pitch-black canvas with stars, constellations, the Milky Way, and, if the timing is right, the Northern Lights. It’s time for some guided stargazing. And as you look up, you think: “I can’t believe I am finally here!”
Meals Included
Dinner
Accommodation
Highland Base Hotel
Day 2
Hike, Admire, Relax, Rejuvenate
You enjoyed breakfast slowly, taking in your surroundings and all that delicious food, so now you are ready to get out there in the Icelandic Highlands. We all are! Today’s hike is something out of a movie, taking us through sizzling hot springs and geological formations that you had never seen before. It’s a hike like no other, through nature like no other, through the heart of the Icelandic mountains. If you prefer, you can also hop on an e-bike and explore that way. Movement and conversations are flowing easily. After the hike is complete, we return to our base to rejuvenate our minds and bodies in the soothing geothermal waters of the Highland Baths.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Accommodation
Highland Base Hotel
Day 3
Go Chasing Waterfalls… In the South
Day 3 is here, and we head south. On our way to the south coast of Iceland, we stop for lunch at a unique venue: an elaborate greenhouse where tomatoes grow all year round and beautiful Iceland horse shows entertain their guests. Throughout the day, we stop by many of the awesomely powerful waterfalls that define the region and its rugged beauty. Later, our boutique hotel welcomes us.
Meals Included
Breakfast and Lunch
Accommodation
Skalakot Manor Hotel
Day 4
Would You Rather Walk on a Glacier or Ride Icelandic Horses?
Today, we jump into a tremendous adventure, but you have options: you can experience the unique thrill of riding an Icelandic horse along hills and mountains to the Írafoss waterfall. Or, instead, you can choose to embark on a guided glacier hike. Either way, mind-blowing views and a tremendous sense of connection with Nature are inevitable. At night, we enjoy a hearty dinner made with fresh, local ingredients and share stories from the day with our group. Then, happy and relaxed, it is time to retreat to the comfort of your luxurious accommodations for a restful night.
Meals Included
Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation
Skalakot Manor Hotel
Day 5
Experience What Tourists Insist on Missing
Today is another day to experience what tourists routinely miss in Iceland: the Westman Islands. Volcanic activity in the region furiously engulfed the small archipelago in early 1973, with its land mass increasing in size by about 20% almost overnight from solidified lava. We’ll hike to the top of Eldfjall volcanic crater, the source of that devastating eruption, and see the added section. At Eldheimar Museum, a sort of time capsule, we will walk around sections of actual homes buried in the lava and see objects frozen in time, exactly as they were more than 50 years ago. Goosebumps are guaranteed. On the southern side of the islands, we explore the cliffs in search of puffins. Then, at dinner this evening, we toast to a fantastic week and all of the wonderful memories made on the Westman Islands.
Meals Included
Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation
Skalakot Manor Hotel
Day 6
Don’t Tell Me This Is Over!
After enjoying breakfast, we will return to Reykjavik, where it all started. But before we get there, we make one more stop at another beautiful waterfall. You wonder if the droplets on your face are the mist from the falls or if they come from thoughts of your perfect vacation coming to a conclusion. Regardless, you know that the life-long memories, stunning photos, and new friends are yours forever. You also know you’ll be back.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Gallery
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Scandinavia Tour FAQs
After landing at Keflavík Airport, you will travel to your hotel in Reykjavík. Located in the heart of Iceland’s capital city, Hotel Borg offers the best in both style and comfort. Following check-in, connect with your Tour Director before a visit to the Sky Lagoon. Relax in the warm waters of the geothermal lagoon and soak off your jet lag as your gaze upon incredible views of the North Atlantic. End your day with a gourmet kickoff dinner where you will get to know your fellow travelers and taste delicious Icelandic dishes. Your group tour of Iceland has officially started!
After breakfast, join a driving tour of Iceland’s capital. Notable sights include the famous Hallgrímskirkja Church, Harpa Concert Hall and the unique Sun Voyager sculpture. Following your tour, you will have free time to experience the city on your own. End your day with a delectable dinner and a drive to view the Northern Lights, if the skies are clear that night. If they are not, don’t worry. We will have many other opportunities!
Day 3 is dedicated to Iceland’s Golden Circle, which is made up of three must-see sights: Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir geothermal area and Thingvellir National Park. Nearby, at Fridheimar, you will enjoy a beautiful show with Icelanic horses and some organic, tomato-based delicacies as well. Following your guided tour of the Golden Circle, we will drive to Landeyjahöfn harbor and board a ferry to the Westman Islands. The short 45-minute boat ride will give you a new perspective of Iceland’s south coast. When the ferry docks on the main island, Heimaey, you might even spot a brave sheep grazing on the rocky cliffs surrounding you! Enjoy a delectable dinner at Hotel Vestmannaeyjar, your cozy accommodation for the evening.
Our private tours allow travelers to explore Scandinavian destinations with programs offering a great balance between pre-arranged activities and free time to explore. When implementing one of our private programs for you, we handle all the logistics involved, including: hotels, airport transfers, transportation from city to city and all guided activities and excursions. You will not be with a Tour Director throughout the program, but you will enjoy a number of sightseeing experiences led by experienced local guides. We can work with your desired dates, provided that availability exists at the many services involved in your program.
This option is ideal for travelers who enjoy traveling independently and with a higher degree of flexibility to explore each location on their own.
Technically, Scandinavia refers primarily to Norway, Denmark and Sweden. When thinking of Nordic Countries, add to the list Finland and Iceland as well. Discover Scandinavia Tours can take you to any location in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Iceland. Currently we also offer extensions in Estonia, which is of particularly convenient access when visiting Finland, given that Tallinn – Estonia’s beautiful capital – can be reached by a short ferry ride from Helsinki.
Simple: just call us at 800-936-2814 and talk to one of our Scandinavia specialists. Alternatively, you can email us at
info@DiscoverScandinaviaTours.com
If you are interested in a group tour, you can book any departure as long as there are seats available (but remember: we have a maximum of 12 seats per departure, so booking early is recommendable). If you want a private tour, you can book as far as 2 years in advance. For last-minute travelers, please keep in mind that we need a minimum of 30 days to implement a private program.
With our group tours of Scandinavia you can choose from a number of fixed departures throughout the year. If you need more flexible dates, our private tours allow us to work with any dates you have in mind, provided that we find adequate availability at all hotels and other services included in your particular program.
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In short, you can typically view the Northern Lights between September and March. But if you really want a memorable Northern Lights vacation, we created an entire blog post dedicated to this question, which you can read RIGHT HERE.
You most certainly can! Just email us (info@DiscoverScandinaviaTours.com) or call us (800-936-2814) and we will start your dream Scandinavian vacation with a free consultation.