iceland ring road tour| northern lights | Europe (2023)
ICELAND
EXPERIENCE THE BEAUTY & ADVENTURE OF ICELAND
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This extended journey also allows for more time for exciting optional activities like snowmobiling, snorkelling, and river rafting, combining peace and tranquillity with thrilling outdoor excursions.v
We will be covering 1800 km of Ring Road in 9D/8N (01-Mar to 9-Mar) and explore each and every spot on the way, be prepared to get amazed.
I have been to Iceland 12 times and have driven 22000+ km in that country and i can assure you that we will see the best of Iceland.
Extended Plan :
Join us for Finland &. Norway, to stay in Glass Igloss and see the northern lights in Tromso.
Summary :
Day 1: Reykjavik
Day 2: Selfoss
Day 3: Vik
Day 4: Hofn
Day 5: Egilsstaðir
Day 6: Akryuri
Day 7: Reykjavik
Day 8: Reykjavik
Day 9: Fly back to India or Join us for Finland & Norway Join us for Finland &. Norway, to stay in Glass Igloss and see the northern lights in Tromso.
Day 9: Tromso (fly to Norway)
Day 10: Tromso
Day 11: Tromso
Day 12: Finland- Helsinki (Fly to Helsinki)
Day 13: Ivalo (fly to Ivalo)
Day 14: Ivalo
Day 15: Stay in Glass Igloo
Day 16:Helsinki (Fly to Helsinki)-Fly back to India
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
See the massive floating icebergs at the Glacier Lagoon
Explore the famous Golden Circle route
Traverse Iceland‘s beautiful national parks – Vatnajökull, Þingvellir and Snæfellsnes
Enjoy the cascading waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss & Skógafoss
Photograph jagged basalt columns & sweeping black sand beaches
Walk the quaint streets of the capital city, Reykjavik
Discover the volcanic Lake Mývatn and its beautiful surroundings
Walk the quaint streets of Akureyri, the unofficial capital of north Iceland
Walk the Diamond Beach, seeing the scattered, glistening ice
Choose Your Car And Make Your Trip More Adventurous
Duster Dacia
Tesla Model 3
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
Land Rover Discovery Sport
Day 1
Airport pickups as per flight timings given.
You will be dropped at Blue Lagoon and your luggage will be in the car.
7 pm: we will start travelling towards the hotel in Reykjavik (70km) and check in at the hotel.
PS: (if we all get free before then we can go early as well)
Stay in Reykjavik, you can go out in the market and get a feel of the city life.
Day 2 : Approx 130-140 km
7-8 am Breakfast
9 a.m.: we will start with all the luggage and explore Golden Circle.
Silfra :
Silfra is a fissure between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates in Thingvellir National Park. The rift was formed in 1789 by the earthquakes accompanying the divergent movement of the two tectonic plates.
Geysers:
The great Geysir lends its name to describe the gushing hot springs, along with the English word ‘geyser’. The first thought that occurs to many people when they imagine Iceland is the image of a vast amount of superheated water gushing out of the geyser.
Gullfoss waterfall:
Geologists believe that Gulfoss was formed at the end of the last age, around 5,000 years ago. Run-off from Iceland’s second-largest glacier, Langjokull, flooded the landscape, creating the river Hvita that tumbles into the ravine and creates this waterfall.
Kerid Crater:
Kerid was a cone-shaped volcano, which erupted and exhausted its magma reservoir. The eruption made the foundation of the volcano fall on itself and resulted in the formation of the crater as we see it today.
We will reach our hostel around 5-6 p.m. and check in.
PS:
You can cook your dinner here and can buy something if needed from a nearby supermarket.
Day 3:Approx 70-80km VIK Town
7-8am: Breakfast
8 am: We will leave for our most awaited attractions of the entire trip, today will be a long day so we will start early.
Seljalandsfoss :
Seljalandsfoss is one of the most breathtaking waterfalls in South Iceland with a whooping 196 ft (60 m) cascade. The waterfall is loved by travellers because you can actually walk behind it! Step behind the curtain of water and marvel at Iceland’s South Coast from a completely new perspective.
Skogafoss
Skógafoss is one of the biggest waterfalls in Iceland, with a drop of some 60 meters and a width of 25 meters. You can walk right up to it but be prepared to be drenched. It is overwhelming standing next to it.
Plane Wreck
The 1973 US Navy C-117D Sólheimasandur Crash, commonly known as the Sólheimasandur Crash, is a crashed US Navy Douglas C-117D located in Sólheimasandur [is] on the southern coast of Iceland. The remains of the aircraft – which crashed in 1973 – have remained relatively intact, leading to the crash site becoming a tourist destination.
PS: You can walk 45 min one way and 90 min both way or pay 2500 ISK and get on a bus.
Dyrholaey Lighthouse
In 1910, a Swedish iron-frame lighthouse was erected in Dyrhólaey, the first of its kind to be built in Iceland. A little later, in 1927, the lighthouse was built as the concrete structure we see before us now. You can see the black sand beach and GOT location.
Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
Reynisfjara was formed due to the volcanic activity in the area during the last few centuries. Each time the dangerous Katla volcano erupted, the lava reached the North Atlantic Ocean. Once lava and sea get in contact with each other, lava instantly cools down, hardens and becomes black.
PS: Our hostel is on the top of a hill and far from the city for a perfect setup to see the northern lights.
You can cook your dinner here and can buy something if needed from a nearby supermarket.
Day 4: Approx 270 km HOFN TOWN
7-8 am: Breakfast
8 am: We will leave for our most awaited attractions of the entire trip, today will be a long day so we will start early
Eldhraun lava field
The impressive Eldhraun lava field is the biggest lava flow in the world. It occurred during the Laki eruption of the late 1700s. The enormous site, which is 565 square kilometres (218 sq mi), is where the Apollo 11 crew trained for their moonwalk.
Skaftafell Glacier:
Skaftafellsjökull is an outlet glacier next to Skaftafell mountain, the glacier ice runs down a deep valley from the north part of Öræfajökull glacier the glacier is about 10 km long and about 2 km wide. The surrounding by Skaftafellsjökull glacier is beautiful with steep mountains and the glaciers Öræfajökull and Vatnajökull in the background.
Jökulsárlón Glacier
Jökulsárlón (Icelandic pronunciation: [ˈjœːkʏlsˌaurˌlouːn]ⓘ; literally “glacial river lagoon”) is a large glacial lake in southern part of Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland. Situated at the head of the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, it developed into a lake after the glacier started receding from the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. The lake has grown since then at varying rates because of melting of the glaciers. It is now about 8 km (5.0 mi) away from the ocean’s edge and covers an area of about 18 km2 (6.9 sq mi). In 2009 it was reported to be the deepest lake in Iceland, at over 284 m (932 ft), as glacial retreat extended its boundaries.[1] The size of the lake has increased fourfold since the 1970s.
Diamond beach:
The “diamonds” on Iceland’s Diamond Beach refer to pieces of 1,000-year-old icebergs that calved off from the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, which is an outlet glacier of the largest icecap in Europe – Vatnajökull. The beauty of Diamond Beach is that it is a 365-day-a-year phenomenon.
We will reach our hostel around 7-8 pm and check in.
Stay in Hofn, you can go out in the market and get a feel of the city life.
Day 5: Approx 260 km EGILSSTAOIR TOWN ON MOUNTAINS
6-7am : Breakfast
7am: Today we willl start at 7am because we will be going into mountains and roads can get closed with a short notice.
Today will be majorly a scenic road trip with less attractions.
Stokksnes : Gerua movie point
irst off, it was one of Iceland’s first farm settlements, dating back to the 9th century. During World War II, the British then utilized the area as an army base. Shortly after the end of World War II, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) built a radar station on Stokksnes.
Hengifossa: Walk of 40 min one side (optional for people who wanna take rest in hostel in Egilsstaoir)
The stunning layering of red and black sediment can make anyone taking a picture feel like a professional photographer. In all directions, the landscape surrounding Hengifoss is pure beauty. This has also attracted many geologists, who have found fossilized trunks of coniferous trees between the layers. These trees are sensitive to cold weather, suggesting Iceland might have had a milder climate in the past.
Day 6: Approx 260 km AKUREYRI TOWN ON MOUNTAINS
6-7am: Breakfast
7am: Today we willl start at 7am because we will be crossing mountains and roads can get closed with short notice.
Myvatn Hverir : fuming boreholes
In spite of the intense smell of sulphur, its curious geothermal activity entices visitors to walk along Hverir’s trails and marvel at the natural wonders of Earth. Due to the high heat of the subsoil at Hverir, it’s very important not to leave the signposted paths, both to preserve the impressive landscapes and to avoid getting burned by the steam from the fumaroles or putting your foot in a boiling mire!
Mývatn is renowned for its volcanic origins and geothermal activity. The lake was formed approximately 2,300 years ago during a volcanic eruption, and various volcanic features, including pseudo-craters, lava formations, and hot springs, characterise its surroundings.
Dettifoss Waterfall: Purely depends on the weather, very dangerous road if snowing and in that case we will skip it. NO DISCUSSION OVER SAFETY ISSUES.
The Dettifoss waterfall is located in Vatnajökull National Park in Northeast Iceland, and is reputed to be the most powerful waterfall in Europe. It is also the largest waterfall in Europe in terms of volume discharge, having an average water flow of 193 cubic metres per second.
Day 7: Approx 400 km REYKJAVIK
7-8am : Breakfast
9am: Today we willl start at 9am ,we will explore Akureyri for some time and then start our long journey to Reykjavik.
Plan is to party tonight in the city
Day 8: : REYKJAVIK
8-9am : Breakfast
11am: we will explore the city by walking and explore places near by.
Free Day: you can plan iff your want to do Whale watching or shopping on your own.
Hallgrimskirka: the landmark of Reykjavik
This Reykjavik Church is the tallest church building in Iceland and was built between 1945 and 1986. This Reykjavik landmark is 74.5 meters high and it is the most famous symbol of Reykjavik due to its visible location from all over the city. The church is open almost every day. Tip: You can also climb the tower for a nice view over Reykjavik center. The Lutheran church is named after the cleric Hallgrímur Pétursson who is considered to be the country’s hymn writer because of his Passíusálmar. The architect is Guðjón Samúelsson and was inspired by the basalt parts of the landscape that can be found in Iceland. The unique church was seen as a mix of styles during its construction and is without a doubt one of the most important Reykjavik sights. The interior of the church is very modest, but the eye-catcher is the organ with 5275 pipes.
In front of the church is a statue of Leiff Eriksson, the son of Erik the Red and believed to have been the first European settler to have been in North America over 500 years before Columbus. The statue was donated by the United States in 1930 to commemorate the 1000th anniversary of the Alþingi (Icelandic Parliament).
Harpa:
The Harpa should not be missing on the list of Reykjavik sightseeing. Harpa is a very large concert hall and convention center located on the harbor of Reykjavik. The concert hall has 1800 seats and the building was designed by Henning Larsen. This is a Danish architect and this was in collaboration with Olafur Eliasson. Construction started in 2006, but in 2006 and 2007 the credit crisis brought construction to a standstill. Nevertheless, the decision was made to complete this and the opening concert took place on May 4, 2011.
Sun Voyager:
About 500 meters further from the beautiful Harpa concert hall is a striking piece of art on the coast: the Sun Voyager. This landmark looks like a Viking ship and many people also think this because of the Icelandic Viking history, but this must represent a dream ship. It is made of stainless steel and pays tribute to the sun. The artwork represents hope, freedom and progress. The Sun Voyager is located close to the center on the waterfront promenade and provides beautiful photos due to the reflection during sunset. Between the Sun Voyager and the historic Höfði House you can also take a relaxing coastal walk where you will encounter some works of art.
The colourful Laugavegur
Laugavegur is the pleasant part of town to walk around, because here is the popular and eponymous shopping street for shopping and buying souvenirs. Here you will also find atmospheric restaurants and bars. Laugavegur also has many side streets where more shops, restaurants, terraces and art studios can be found. Laugavegur is known for the coloured and painted houses that really give the shopping street its own character
We all will play some games before we part ways.
Day 8: REYKJAVIK
Book your airport bus from our hostel, all buses start from our hostel only so you can book as per your flight timings.
Choose Your Vehicle:
Duster Dacia Basic Plan – 110000 lac p.p
Tesla Model 3 – 2.3 lac p.p
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon: 2.4 lac p.p
Land Rover Discovery Sport – 2.5 lac p.p
Mercedes Benz GLE – 2.7 lac p.p
There will be 4-5 people in one vehicle, you can choose your vehicle and your package will be based on the vehicle chosen by you.
Inclusion :
Basic Plan 110000 INR p.p
Stay in Hostels in Bunk beds
Airport Pick n Drop (for basic plan only pickup no drops)
Private vehicle (Duster) & fuel for the vehicle
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon: 2.4 lac p.p and other upgraded plans
Stay in a 3-4 star Hotel (Double occupancy+Hostel)
Breakfast
Airport Pick n Drop
Blue Lagoon Activity
Silfra Snorkeling Activity
Fuel, Tax, Toll for the vehicle
Exclusions:
Flight fare
Lunch/Dinner
Personal Expenses
Entry to any place
Visa (Our agent can help you)
Upgraded Insurance
Pay 1000 and we will arrange Breakfast for you (basic Plan),
Breakfast: In Icelandic hostels, breakfast is not served so we buy basic breakfast stuff from the market and provide you. It will be lean and we will provide bread, butter, eggs and coffee.
Norway & Finland Package 120000 p.p
Stay in Hostel and Hotel combination 9days/8night
Breakfast
1 Night in Glass Igloo (Breakfast + Dinner)
Airport Pick n Drop (4)
Tellin, Estonia Ferry (return)
Exclusions:
Flight fare
Lunch/Dinner
Northern Lights tour
Personal Expenses
Entry to any place
Visa (Our agent can help you)
Travel Insurance
NORWAY & FINLAND
Tromsø – the Arctic Capital and affectionately dubbed the Paris of the North – offers a huge variety of activities to accommodate anyone and everyone. In this city, you get to experience the best of both worlds – a vibrant city life with exquisite restaurants and varied cultural activities while the Arctic wildlife awaits just around the corner. Located in the heart of the Arctic Circle, Tromsø is one of the best places in the world to catch the Northern Lights & the Midnight Sun, and every year people from all corners of the world travel to Tromsø to take part in the Arctic adventure of their dreams.
Day 9: TROMSO
Take a flight and land in Norway, Tromso.
we will land and check in at the hostel.
Today we will explore the city.
Arctic Cathedral
Torget, the main city square of the “capital of the Arctic
Tromsø Museum
Ølhallen: the oldest pub in the city
Day 10: TROMSO
Today we will explore the city.
Trromsdalen Aerrial View by cable car
Tromso Bridge
Tromso Harbour
Optional Northern Light Tour
Chase the Aurora Borealis, aka, ‘The Northern Lights,’ through Norway’s Arctic skies on this small-group adventure from Tromso. Head outside of the city, past stunning mountains and fjords to find the lights―sometimes traveling all the way to the Swedish and Finnish borders alongside guides ranging from professional tour guides to local aurora hunters. While sightings are never guaranteed exquisite natural scenery is always part of the excursion―as are a complimentary dinner, snacks, and beverages. Get hunting! Chasing the Northern Lights in the Arctic Set out from Tromso into the Norwegian countryside to find the Aurora Borealis Embark on an exciting adventure among stunning nature scenery in search of one of the sky’s most spectacular displays Enjoy the expertise of a knowledgeable guide Includes dinner, beverages, snacks, and souvenir pics.
Included
Local guide
Driver/guide
Snacks
Beverages
Dinner
Pictures, unlimited
Thermal suit
Day 11: TROMSO
Today will be a free day or you do optional tours like Whale watching, fjords or dog sleddging.
Else you can join us to explore the city and do shopping and explore local cuisines.
Storgata is the best place to pick up some gifts or treat yourself in Tromsø.
Tromsø’s main pedestrian street is packed with cafés, restaurants and shops. Here you can pick up some souvenirs, local handicrafts and Norwegian-design clothing before heading for a delicious lunch at one of the many eateries on the street. And if you’re up for a big night out in Tromsø, Storgata is the place to be on Friday and Saturday nights.
Tromsø’s city centre is relatively compact, meaning you can walk across it in around 10 minutes, and it’s actually home to the largest collection of historical wooden houses north of Trondheim.
FINLAND
Nestled in Northern Finland lies an Arctic hideaway that promises you an unforgettable stay – the glass igloo. With glass-domed roofs, they’re designed to bring you closer to nature while keeping you cosy. And, of course, so you can fall asleep while looking up at the northern lights.
Day 11: Finland exploration
Today you will fly and reach Helsinki.
Helsinki is a charming seaside city with a unique twist. Located on the shore of the Gulf of Finland, Helsinki is a place where urban culture meets coastal nature. The easy-going Nordic lifestyle and friendly locals make it easy to fall in love with this northern city – the capital of the happiest country in the world!
we will do a city tour with a guide to experience the soul of this culturally rich city.
Senate Square
Temppeliaukio church
Helsinki Cathedral
Central Railway Station (Rautatieasema)
Day 12: Lapland
Fly to Ivalo and check in at the hotel.
Ivalo is a village on the Ivalo River in Lapland, in northern Finland. It’s known as a gateway to Saariselkä, an arctic resort area to the south. To the southeast, Urho Kekkonen National Park is home to pine forests and reindeer. It has trails and seasonal views of the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights). Overlooking the park is the ear-shaped mountain Korvatunturi, which is also the folkloric home of Santa Claus.
Today, we will explore the real and raw beauty of Lapland, enjoy being in nature and feel local.
Stay in Ivalo
Day 13: Glass Igloo Day
Stay in Glass Igloo
Post breakfast, we will go to Glass Igloo Resort, which is around 70km from the Ivalo hostel. We will check in and spend the entire day at this beautiful resort and in the evening, we will see northern lights from the comfort of our igloos.
Stay in Glass Igloo
Day 14: Explore Estonia
Fly back to Helsinki
We will explore Tallinn, Estonia country today, Tallinn is a 2-hour ferry journey from Helsinki.
The capital and largest city of Estonia occupies an area of 159.2 km2 and has 438,569 inhabitants. It lies on the northern coast of the country, on the shore of the Gulf of Finland, 80 km south of Helsinki, east of Stockholm, and west of Saint Petersburg. It is classified as a global city and was listed among the top 10 digital cities in the world. The city was the European Capital City of Culture in 2011, along with Turku in Finland.
Ans: Yes you can drive if you have a valid Indian driving license.
Q. Why this trip is less costly because all the trips for Iceland start from 2 lac?
Ans. We believe in passing the benefits to members also, as we are a group of passionate traveller who is running this company and not a business-oriented company.
Q. How will I meet the group if I come?
Ans: We will add you in our WhatsApp group for further communication and if you are coming alone then we will arrange an airport pickup for you by public transport.
Q.Any discount for a group?
Ans: Yes, if you are more than 2 then you will get a group discount of 3000 Rupees per head.
Day 9: Fly back to India or Join us for Finland & Norway
Day 9: Tromso (fly to Norway)
Day 10: Tromso
Day 11: Tromso
Day 12: Finland- Helsinki (Fly to Helsinki)
Day 13: Ivalo (fly to Ivalo)
Day 14: Ivalo
Day 15: Stay in Glass Igloo
Day 16:Helsinki (Fly to Helsinki)-Fly back to India
Iceland road trip, See the classic attractions you have read about and hidden gems along the famous Ring Road. This itinerary combines all the pristine nature and rugged beauty of Iceland with visits to the classic Golden Circle sites, the picturesque Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, and the marvellous Lake Mývatn and Snæfellsnes regions. iceland ring road tour| northern lights | Europe (2024)
