Tour Description

Gems of South Iceland - Dramatic Landscape Shaped by Nature

July 20-27, 2026 8 Days 8 Meals $250 Per Person Deposit Required Airfare Included Passport Required Your package includes airfare, deluxe transportation, accommodations, all listed tour fees, and 8 meals. Join us as we explore the dramatic landscape of Iceland shaped by volcanic activity, glaciers, and geothermal features. We will see massive waterfalls, lava flowing, volcanic craters, geysers, black sand beaches, hot springs and so much more on this island no bigger than the state of Kentucky! Photo Courtesy of GJ Travel

Day 1:

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Hop on the bus and meet your fellow Viking Voyagers as we make our way to our hotel for the night in preparation for our flight tomorrow.

Day 2:

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As we fly across the pond, due to time zone changes, we seem to lose a day. Don’t worry! We get our time back on our return flight.

Day 3:

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Welcome to Iceland! Our first stop is the Viking World Museum. After your long journey, you are going to welcome the relaxing tranquility at the Blue Lagoon. Pack something you can easily access for soaking in the hot spring. Then we head to our hotel where we stay for 2 nights, Hotel Klettur.

Day 4:

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Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Photo Courtesy of GJ Travel Our Reykjavík City Tour today will include the highlights of the world’s northernmost capital. The Nordic House in Reykjavik is a cultural venue promoting Nordic heritage and cooperation. Alþingi, Iceland’s national parliament, is one of the oldest in the world, founded in 930. Located in Reykjavik, it is the heart of Icelandic democracy and governance. The Whales of Iceland from Land and Sea tour combines a whale-watching adventure with a visit to the Whales of Iceland museum. Depart from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour for a 3-hour boat tour to spot humpback whales, minke whales, dolphins, and porpoises in their natural habitat. Sky Lagoon, located near Reykjavík, offers a unique geothermal spa experience with stunning ocean views.

Day 5:

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Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Þingvellir National Park is a place of striking nature and deep history. Set where two tectonic plates drift apart, it features lava fields, rift valleys, and Iceland’s largest lake, Þingvallavatn. Gullfoss, one of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls, is located in the Golden Circle. The waterfall plunges in two stages into a rugged canyon, creating a powerful and awe-inspiring sight. Visitors can get close to the falls, feeling the mist and hearing the roar of the water as it crashes into the gorge below. The Geysir Geothermal Area in Iceland’s Golden Circle is home to bubbling hot springs, steam vents, and the erupting Strokkur geyser, which spouts water every few minutes. At Friðheimar, explore the geothermal greenhouse where tomatoes grow year-round using sustainable energy. Learn about innovative farming among rows of thriving plants. Then visit the stable to meet the Icelandic horses and get a close look at their history, character, and unique gaits. We overnight Hotel Hella.

Day 6:

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Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Photo Courtesy of GJ Travel Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon is a unique natural wonder in Iceland, where icebergs break off from Breiðamerkurjökull glacier and drift across the lagoon towards the sea. Explore the stunning Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon on an Amphibian Boat Tour. Cruise among floating icebergs and get close to the glacier while guides share stories about the lagoon’s formation. Diamond Beach, near Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon in South Iceland, is a black sand beach where icebergs from the lagoon come ashore. Visitors can walk along the shore to see the ice up close. Skaftafell, part of Vatnajökull National Park, is a nature reserve in Southeast Iceland known for its dramatic landscapes and waterfalls like Svartifoss, framed by dark basalt columns. Our overnight is Fosshotel Núpar.  *No luggage handling at this hotel*

Day 7:

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Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Photo Courtesy of GJ Travel Vík is a small village on Iceland’s south coast, known for its black sand beaches and dramatic surroundings. It is the southernmost settlement in Iceland. Experience the Icelandic Lava Show in Vík, the only place in the world where real molten lava flows indoors. Watch glowing lava at 1100°C as it moves across the showroom, recreating the sights, sounds, and heat of a volcanic eruption in a safe setting. Sólheimajökull, an outlet glacier, offers visitors a chance to explore a dynamic and accessible ice formation. Known for its striking landscape, the glacier features ice sculptures, crevasses, and ash layers from past volcanic eruptions. Skógasafn, or the Skógar Museum, is located in the village of Skógar, Iceland. This open-air museum showcases Icelandic history, culture, and traditional life. Skógafoss Waterfall is one of Iceland’s largest and most majestic waterfalls. With a height of 90 feet, the waterfall creates a powerful display. Visitors can get up close to the falls, feel the mist, and even climb a staircase to a viewing platform. Seljalandsfoss Waterfall is a waterfall located on Iceland’s South Coast. It drops 90 feet from a cliff and is known for the path that runs behind it, allowing visitors to walk around the falls. We overnight in Hotel Klettur.

Day 8:

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This morning, we board our plane for home, with our Iceland adventure remaining forever in our memories. Thank you for choosing Making Memories Tours for your international travel. **Please keep July 28 open in case our flight time changes.**