Highlights • Unique waterfalls of Hraunfossar & Barnafoss • Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring • Saga heritage at Reykholt village • The lava landscape Borgarfjordur, including the Grabrok crater • Optional: The fascinating Settlement Centre in Borgarnes • Optional: An exhilarating hike to see the 198m high Glymur waterfall The lava landscape of West Iceland is home to several lesser-known sights like the Grabrok crater and Glanni waterfall, just off road 1. A detour into the Borgarfjordur area will take you to the unique Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls and Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring. The village of Reykholt on the way is steeped in saga history with a medieval centre and the oldest hot spring in Iceland. Hikers must take the road into the Hvalfjordur fjord for the exhilarating hike along a canyon and through caves to the 198m-tall Glymur waterfall. Here are some of our favourite activities in West Iceland: • Horse farm visit (all year) (0+) • Krauma geothermal baths (all year) (0+) • Into the Glacier tour (all year) (0+) • Lava cave tour (all year) (0+) • Husafell Canyon Baths (all year) (5+) • Horse riding tour (all year) (6+) • Dog sledding (Jan-Mar) (6+) • Snowmobile + Into the Glacier (8+) • Hvammsvik hot springs (all year) (10+)

Highlights • The mystical Snaefellsjokull glacier volcano • The photogenic Kirkjufell mountain and waterfall, also featured in the Game of Thrones series • The beaches and rock formations of Djupalonssandur, Hellnar and Arnarstapi • Berserkjahraun & Budahraun lava fields • Budir black church The 90-km long Snaefellsnes peninsula is often referred to as “Iceland in miniature”. Dominated by the majestic Snaefellsjokull glacier volcano, it offers an incredible variety of sights and hidden treasures - desolate lava fields and fascinating rock formations, windswept beaches with inspiring coastal views, orca whales and bird colonies. The picturesque Kirkjufell mountain and waterfall just outside of the Grundarfjordur town is a very popular icon of the region. Here are some of our favourite activities in the Snaefellsnes Peninsula: • Whale watching tour (Feb-Sep) (0+) • Puffin & bird watching tour (Jun-Aug, depending on the puffins) (0+) • Sea angling and bird watching tour (Jun-Aug) (0+) • Snaefellsjokull snow cat tour (Apr-Aug) (0+) • Lava cave tour (all year) (5+) • Horse riding tour (all year) (7+) • Kayaking tour (Jun-Sep) (10+) • Biking tour (Jun-Sep) (14+)

Highlights • Latrabjarg bird cliffs with a variety of birds including the puffins • Raudasandur red-sand beach and seal colony • Golden-sand beaches of Breidavik and Orlygshofn The Southern Westfjords are famous for some of the most stunning light-coloured beaches in Iceland. The most popular of these is the red-hued Raudasandur, also home to a colony of seals. The Latrabjarg cliffs are the westernmost point of Iceland. In the summer, they offer fantastic opportunities for bird watching and are considered the best place in Iceland to photograph puffins up close. Here are some of our favourite things to do in the Southern Westfjords: • Raudasandur beach seal watching (Jun-Apr) (0+) • Kayaking tour (May-Sep) (6+) • Hiking tour (Apr-Oct) (6+) • Biking tour (May-Oct) (12+)

Highlights • Majestic Dynjandi waterfall, the icon of the Westfjords • Arnarfjordur, one of Iceland’s most spectacular fjords • Dyrafjordur fjord and the historic Thingeyri village • Golden Holt beach in Onundarfjordur fjord The road between the northern and southern Westfjords goes through some of the most beautiful fjords in Iceland, charming fishing villages and steep mountain passes. The drive through the fjords of Arnarfjordur, Dyrafjordur and Onundarfjorduris very scenic. The highlight of this route is the majestic Dynjandi waterfall, one of Iceland’s prettiest waterfalls and an icon of the Westfjords. Here are some of our favourite activities in the Northern Westfjords: • Svalvogar peninsula off-road trail tour (Jun-Sep) (6+) • Horse riding tour (Jun-Aug) (6+) • Sea angling tour (Jun-Aug) (6+) • Kaldbakur mountain hiking tour (July-Sep) (12+) • Kayaking tour (all year) (16+)

Highlights • Fjord landscape of the Isafjordur Bay • Seals at the Hvitanes cape • The best waffles in Iceland at the charming turf-roofed Litlibaer • Optional: Kaldalon glacial creek and the Snaefjallastrond “snowy-mountains coastline” The Isafjordur Bay leading up to the Northern Westfjords is where you can best experience the stunning beauty of Iceland's fjord landscape. The picturesque town of Isafjordur is the largest settlement in the region, with a rich maritime history and a well-preserved town centre. The scenic drive offers plenty of stops - get up close and personal with curious seals at the Hvitanes cape, enjoy the best waffles in Iceland at the charming Litlibaer turf-roofed house, get to know the arctic fox in Sudavik or take a hike in the Valagil gorge. Here are some of our favourite activities in the Isafjordur Bay area: • Whale watching tour (Jun-Oct) (0+) • Puffin boat tour (Jun-Aug) (0+) • Fishing tour (Jun-Oct) (8+) • Horse riding tour (May-Oct) (12+, pony ride possible for younger) • Kayaking tour (May-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+)

Highlights • Colourful geothermal areas of Gunnuhver & Krysuvik • Beautiful Kleifarvatn lake on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge • Green-hued volcanic crater lake of Graenavatn • Stunning Reykjanesta bird cliffs and sea stacks • The Bridge between the Continents • The lava fields of Reykjanes UNESCO Geopark Positioned between the Keflavik airport and Reykjavik, the moon-like lava landscape of the Reykjanes peninsula serves as a first introduction to Iceland. Except for the world-famous Blue Lagoon, the geological wonders of this region remain lesser visited. The Mid-Atlantic Ridge cuts across the peninsula making it one of the most volcanically active parts of Iceland, with colourful geothermal areas, a dramatic coastline, bustling bird cliffs and the Bridge between the Continents. Here are some of our favourite things to do in the Reykjanes peninsula: • Blue Lagoon spa (all year) (2+) • ATV tour (all year) (6+ with a rider) • Buggy tour (all year) (6+ with a rider)