3-Day Iceland Adventure: Golden Circle, South Coast, Waterfalls & Glacier Lagoon

Itinerary

Day 1: Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Pass By: Reykjavík City Hall, Tjarnargata 11, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
This day is all about exploring the wonders of the magical Snaefellsnes Peninsula. Your first day start with a morning Reykjavik pick up before you make your way to the stunning peninsula of Snaefellsnes that holds many of the island’s most breahtaking sites.

Stop At: Ytri Tunga Beach, Arnarstapi Iceland
First up is the black beach by Ytri Tunga farm, an excellent spot for seal spotting. After strolling along the black sandy beach you will make your way to the charming village of Arnarstapi where you will stop to have lunch at own expense.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Cave Vatnshellir, Snaefellsbaer Iceland
After your lunch break you will have the opportunity to join an optional lava cave exploration at the breathtaking Vatnshellir Cave. Desend into a magical underworld of the cave and admire the handy work of our very own mother nature. For those that do not want to take this option there will be an easy walk around the area of Arnarstapi accompanied by your guide.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Djupalonssandur Beach, Utnesvegur, Hellnar Iceland
Next highlight of the day is Djúpalónssandur.

This magical place offers fantastic views of the Atlantic Sea.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Kirkjufell Mountain, Road 54, Grundarfjorour 350 Iceland
In the charming town of Grundarfjordur lies the photogenic Mt. Kirkjufell, every photographer's favorite!

Make sure to bring your camera along to snap some memories to bring back home to your loved ones.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Berserkjahraun, near to the Stykkishólmur town, Snaefellsbaer Iceland
The lave field of Berserkjahraun is the last attraction of the day before you start making your way back to Reykjavik.
Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Reykjavík City Hall, Tjarnargata 11, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
After a full day of exploring the wonders of Snaefellsnes Peninsula your guide will drop you off a your original departure point in Reykjavik.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon

Pass By: Reykjavík City Hall, Tjarnargata 11, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Your Golden Circle adventure starts with a morning Reykjavik pick up. Accompanied by your guide, set off early for your day of exploring the Golden Circle, the popular Icelandic tour route home to three of the most known sights Iceland has to offer: Thingvellir National Park, Geysir Hot Spring Area and Gullfoss Waterfall.

Stop At: Thingvellir National Park, Thingvellir Iceland
First up is Thingvellir National Park. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here is where geology and history come together. Walk between the rift valley of the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates and learn all about Althingi before continuing to Geysir hot spring area.
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Geysir, Haukadalur Iceland
Next is Geysir Hot Spring Area. Here you will get the chance to experience the site of mighty Strokkur geyser spouting boiling water up in the air.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Gullfoss, White River, Blaskogabyggd 801 Iceland
Last but certainly not least is the stunning waterfall of Gullfoss. One of Iceland's most visited attraction and that for a good reason. Drink in Gullfoss's beauty before you make your way to the Secret Lagoon for some relaxation.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Secret Lagoon - Gamla Laugin, Hvammsvegur, Fludir 845 Iceland
Before you return back to Reykjavik you will visit the Secret Lagoon for some relaxation in the natural hot pool.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Reykjavík City Hall, Tjarnargata 11, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Your day ends with a Reykjavik drop off.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 3: South Coast, Jokulsarlon & Diamond Beach

Pass By: Reykjavík City Hall, Tjarnargata 11, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
After a morning Reykjavik pick up you will head towards to phenomenal South Coast of Iceland that holds many of Iceland's top attractions.

Stop At: Seljalandsfoss, Hella Iceland
First up is Seljalandsfoss, the unique waterfall that you can actually walk behind and enjoy from both sides!
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Skogafoss, Skogar Iceland
Next up is the neighbouring waterfall of mighty Skogafoss.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Wool Gallery Vik i Myrdal, Vikurbraut 21 Gps 63°24.841'n 19°01.119'w, Vik 870 Iceland
Continuing your journey further south you will reach the charming village of Vik where you will have lunch (own expense).
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Glacier Lagoon, Skaftafell National Park Route 1, Jokulsarlon 781 Iceland
Now its time for today's highlight, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon. Admire the true beauty of this stunning lagoon with its floating ice bergs and dramatic setting. Jokulsarlon is a location commonly featured in Hollywood movies. You might have seen it in films such as James Bond, Tomb Raider and Batman Begins.
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Diamond Beach, Diamond Head Drive Glacier Lagoon Jokulsarlon, Jokulsarlon Iceland
Next to the lagoon you will find the Diamond Beach where ice bergs take on the formations of diamonds in the black sand of the beach.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Skaftafell National Park, Vatnajokull National Park 785 Iceland
In Skaftafell National Park you will enjoy a nice meal in a beautiful setting. Skaftafell lies just under Europe's biggest glacier Vatnajokull.
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Reynisfjara Beach, Route 215, Vik Iceland
Last but certainly not least is the famous black sand beach of Reynisfjara. See the basalt columns peaking up from the Atlantic sea as you stroll along the black sandy beach.
Duration: 40 minutes

Pass By: Reykjavík City Hall, Tjarnargata 11, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Your South Coast tour ends with a Reykjavik drop off.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.