Highlights • Geysir geothermal area, with the Strokkur geyser that erupts every 8-10 minutes • Gullfoss, the golden falls • Thingvellir National Park, a historically significant site with the rift valley between the tectonic plates • Beautiful Kerid, a volcanic crater lake The Golden Circle is Iceland's most popular sightseeing route. The three pillars of this region are Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area and the Gullfoss waterfall. Thingvellir, a historically significant site, is located in the rift valley between the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates. The Strokkur geyser, which erupts 30 meters up into the air every 8-10 minutes, is the highlight of the Geysir geothermal area. Gullfoss, the golden falls, is one of Iceland's most impressive waterfalls. Apart from the most famous sights, there are several options for activities and lesser-visited gems including the Kerid crater lake and the hot springs town of Hveragerdi. Here are some of our favourite activities in the Golden Circle: • Geothermal bakery tour (all year) (0+) • Secret Lagoon geothermal baths (all year) (0+) • Laugarvatn Fontana spa (all year) (0+) • Lava cave tour (all year) (3+) • Snowmobiling tour (all year) (6+ with a rider) • Horse riding tour (all year) (7+) • Paddleboarding tour (all year) (8+) • River rafting tour (Apr-Oct) (8+) • Inside the Volcano tour (May-Oct) (8+) • Ziplining tour (all year) (9+, 30kgs) • Fishing tour (10+) • Silfra snorkelling (all year) (12+) • River kayaking tour (May-Sep) (16+)

Highlights • Storhofdi, the largest puffin colony in the world and the windiest place in Iceland • Eldheimar museum dedicated to the 1973 Eldfell eruption • Dramatic and colourful lava landscape • Stafkirkjan, a beautiful Norwegian stave church • Optional: A variety of walking and hiking trails to volcanoes, cliffs and lava fields Heimaey, the largest and only inhabited island in the Vestmannaeyjar archipelago, is a gem off the beaten path featuring colourful lava landscapes, Iceland's largest puffin colony and fantastic short hikes. Eldfell, which erupted in 1973, is one of the youngest volcanoes in Iceland. The Eldheimar museum tells the story of the eruption and features old houses buried under the lava. Here are some of our favourite things to do in the Westman Islands: • Beluga Whale Sanctuary & Puffin Rescue Centre (Apr-Sep) (0+) • Boat tour (May-Sep) (0+) • Hiking tour (all year) (5+) • ATV tour (all year) (6+ with a rider) • Horse riding tour (May-Sep) (7+)

Highlights • Iconic waterfall duo of Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss • Volcanic black sands at Reynisfjara with sea stacks and basalt columns • Dyrholaey cliffs and stone arch, with possibilities to see puffins • Views of the famous volcanoes Eyjafjallajokull, Hekla and Katla • Optional: Skogar Folk Museum The scenic south coast is home to many of Iceland's most famous attractions and some offbeat ones, with views of world-famous glacier-volcanoes from road 1. Seljalandsfoss is a unique waterfall allowing the possibility to walk behind it. The picture-perfect Skogafoss is often accompanied by rainbows and is a favourite for photographers. The black sand beaches of Reynisfjara offer fantastic views of the Reynisdrangar sea stacks and the Dyrholaey cliff. Here are some of our favourite activities on the South West Coast of Iceland: • Lava cave tour (all year) (3+) • Paragliding tour (May-Sep) (5+, 15kgs) • Horse riding tour (all year) (6+) • Ice cave tour (all year) (6+) • Snowmobiling tour (all year) (6+ with a rider • Inside the Volcano tour (May-Oct) (8+) • Ziplining tour (Apr-Nov) (8+, 30kgs) • ATV safari on the black sand beach (all year) (8+ with a rider) • Glacier hike (all year) (10+) • Glacier & ice climbing tour (all year) (14+) • Biking tour (Apr-Oct) (16+)

Highlights • Skaftafell Nature Reserve with an optional hike to the picturesque Svartifoss waterfall • Magnificent Fjadrargljufur canyon • Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon and Breidamerkurfjara “diamond beach” • Optional: Fjallsarlon, Heinabergslon and Hoffellsjokull glacier lagoons The landscape of Southeast Iceland is dominated by Vatnajokull, Europe’s largest glacier. Nestled between its glacier tongues is the beautiful Skaftafell nature reserve which offers a variety of hiking options, including the easy walk to the Skaftafellsjokull glacier tongue and a short hike to the picturesque Svartifoss waterfall. Jokulsarlon is the most famous glacier lagoon in Iceland, dotted with icebergs that flow down to the sea and are then washed up on the popular "diamond" beach. With several lesser-visited glacier lagoons, the ancient Fjadrargljufur canyon and charming towns, South East Iceland will take your breath away! Here are some of our favourite activities on the South East Coast of Iceland: • Flightseeing tour (all year) (0+) • Glacier lagoon boat tour (Apr-Nov, 0+ for amphibian) (Jun-Sep, 10+ for zodiac boat) • Puffin watching tour (May-Aug) (0+) • Super jeep glacier tour (Mar-Oct) (0+) • Snowmobile tour (Mar-Oct) (0+) • Horse riding tour (all year) (6+) • Crystal ice cave tour (Sep-May) (6+) • Glacier hike (all year) (10+) • Kayaking tour on the glacier lagoon (May-Sep) (14+) • Glacier hike & Ice climbing tour (May-Oct) (14+) • All day hike to Hvannadalshnukur summit / Hrutsfjallstindar peaks (Apr-Jul) (16+)

Highlights • The beautiful Thakgil valley • Solheimasandur black sand beach and plane wreck • Geothermal town of Hveragerdi • Several options for hikes and other activities Today you drive back west along the South Coast stopping at some of the lesser-visited gems such as Thakgil and the Solheimasandur black sand beach. You can optionally enjoy a hike, choose an activity or visit some of the museums along the route. • Lava cave tour (all year) (3+) • Paragliding tour (May-Sep) (5+, 15kgs) • Horse riding tour (all year) (6+) • Ice cave tour (all year) (6+) • Snowmobiling tour (all year) (6+ with a rider • Inside the Volcano tour (May-Oct) (8+) • Ziplining tour (Apr-Nov) (8+, 30kgs) • ATV safari on the black sand beach (all year) (8+ with a rider) • Glacier hike (all year) (10+) • Glacier & ice climbing tour (all year) (14+) • Biking tour (Apr-Oct) (16+)

Highlights • The towering Hallgrimskirkja church, the best-known icon of Reykjavik • The Laugavegur main street and the town squares • Tjornin, the city pond and the charming old harbour • The Harpa Concert Hall, an architectural masterpiece • Solfar Sun Sculpture overlooking the coastline • Optional: Several interesting museums for history, art, whales depending on your interests • Optional: The Perlan building The world's northernmost capital is one of the cleanest, greenest and safest cities of the world. Spend the day in the capital exploring its charming downtown area, impressive landmarks and variety of museums. Depending on your interests, the city has a vibrant cultural and music scene, a variety of design shops and art galleries, and world-class restaurants. Here are some of our favourite things to do in and around Reykjavik: • Reykjavik walking tour (all year) (0+) • Reykjavik food walk (all year) (0+) • Whale watching tour (all year) (0+) • Helicopter tour (all year) (0+) • Puffin boat tour (May-Aug) (0+) • Sea angling tour (May-Sep) (0+) • Northern Lights cruise (Sep-Apr) (0+) • Imagine Peace Tower & Videy island tour (Oct-Dec, a few dates in Feb & Mar) (0+) • Lava cave tour (all year) (3+) • FlyOver Iceland (all year) (5+) • Dog sledding (Jan-Mar) (6+) • Buggy safari (all year) (6+ with a rider) • ATV tour (all year) (6+ with a rider) • Horse riding tour (all year) (7+) • Inside the Volcano tour (May-Oct) (8+) • Sky Lagoon (all year) (12+)