Day Tours
Day Tours in IcelandDay Tours and Day Trips in Iceland
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Top 10 TourOne of the most exciting day tours in Iceland
The Top 10 Tour is a day tour out of Reykjavik that includes ten of the most important places and activities in Iceland. The famous Golden Circle (Thingvellir, Gullfoss, Geysir geothermal field) + a boat tour on Hvitarvatn glacier lake + hiking on Langjokull glacier = all-in-one, all of Iceland in 11 hours! 
Jokulsarlon Glacier lagoonGlacier lagoon in Iceland
Jokulsarlon is Iceland's most famous glacier lagoon and it is filled with icebergs. The glacier lagoon is on the south part of Vatnajökull, at the end of the crawling glacier Breiðamerkujökull. The lagoon is one of Iceland's deepest lakes, over 200 meters deep. 
The Golden CircleThe most popular day tour in Iceland
When you come to Iceland this is one of the things you must do. The Golden Circle is a 300 kilometer (190 mile) loop that takes you to some of Iceland's most famous landmarks - waterfalls, geysers and a national park. 
Golden Circle and Magical NightsGullfoss-Geysir, Natural Bath, dinner and the Northern Lights
Combine the famous Golden Circle with a visit to a geothermal spa with hot spring bathing, dinner and a chance to enjoy the natural magic of the Northern Lights! 
ThorsmorkA valley surrounded by natural wondersThorsmork is a valley surrounded by glaciers and central volcanoes. In the north is Tindfjallajokull glacier, in the east is Myrdalsjokull glacier and in the south is Eyjafjallajokull glacier. To get there, we will have to cross several rivers and streams. 
South Iceland and ThorsmorkHot springs, waterfalls, glaciers and glacial riversEast of Reykjavik lies a mountain named Hengill, a central volcano made from a palagonite tuff. Its highest point is around 800 meters over sea level and under it is a giant magma chamber. The Hengill area is one of the largest and powerful geothermal areas in the world. 
The Snaefellsnes PeninsulaIceland in miniature - spectacular sights and spiritual powersThe Snaefellsnes peninsula is a magnificent place to visit and has been named "Iceland in miniature" due to the many national sights that can be found in the area. The majestic Snaefellsjokull glacier is there and people who believe in esoteric think the glacier is the center of a special field of powers. 
Geothermal wonders in ReykjanesHot springs of all types and the Blue LagoonTake a day trip around the Reykjanes peninsula where there are lava fields, volcanoes, hot springs and geological history. From Reykjavik, we head south, traveling over one lava field after another. We stop at Kleifarvatn, the eighth deepest lake in Iceland - about a hundred meters deep. 
Langjokull - Second largest glacier in IcelandAn unbelievable trip to the fourth largest glacier in the worldLangjokull is the second biggest glacier of Iceland. It covers about 950 square kilometers and reaches 1355 meters high. The glacier is west of Hofsjokull in the highlands of Iceland. On the eastern side of the glacier is the glacial lagoon Hvitarvatn, which is the beginning of Hvita. 
Landmannalaugar and Mount HeklaTake a bath at Landmannalaugar and drive to Mount HeklaMount Hekla is one of Iceland's most famous volcanoes. Together with the volcano Katla in the Myrdalsjokull glacier and the Grimsvotn area of the Vatnajokull glacier, it is one of Iceland's most active volcanoes. This linear-shaped volcano has erupted 20 times in historical times - most recently in February and March of 2000. 
ThingvellirHistorical site and jewel of natureThingvellir has strong roots in the minds of the Icelandic nation as in the history of the country itself. The Eurasian and North American plate boundaries are visible in the Thingvellir National Park and are strong evidence of the young but powerful geology of Iceland. 
HvalfjordurGlymur - Iceland's highest waterfallHvalfjordur is a deep fjord that reaches far inland just north of Reykjavik. Until the late 1990s, those traveling by car had to make a long detour of 62 km around the fjord on the Highway nr. 1, in order to get from the city of Reykjavik to the town of Borgarnes. 
Glaciers FantasyA tour to Iceland's most famous glaciersExtreme Iceland offers tours to all of these glaciers and even up to them. Vatnajokull, with the Oraefajokull volcano 2110 meters high as the highest peak, is the third largest glacier in the world and the biggest glacier in Europe. 
Eruption toursEruptions and flowing lavaIceland has more volcanic activity than anywhere else on Earth. The Atlantic Ocean ridge lies through Iceland and the island is a proclaimed hot spot for there is a constant flow from mantle to surface of molten magma in Iceland. 
The Northern Lights ToursAurora Borealis in IcelandExtreme Iceland offers specially designed Northern Lights tours for everyone that wants to witness the magnificent display of colors and lights from the Aurora Borealis, October through April. 
Volcano Trip IcelandVolcano Tour IcelandWe start the tour with a Reykjavík pick up in one of our famous super jeeps before cruising over the Hellisheidi Mountains and down to the South Coast where we will set our sights on the eastern horizon and the Eyjafjallajokull glacier. 
Askja TourDiscover the lunar landscape of the mountainsExperience the barren interior of Iceland and its lunar-like landscape. Trolls, ghosts and other creatures in this area have haunted travelers for centuries. Operation: Jun 15 - Oct 31 Location: North Iceland 
Cave Exploration - LofthellirExplore an underground world of ice wondersIn this tour you will visit the Lofthellir cave, located in the north of Iceland, and discover the natural ice wonders it hides. We make a short stop in the village of Reykjahlíð by Lake Mývatn before returning to Akureyri. Operation: All year Location: North Iceland 
Countryside CultureDiscover the history of Iceland through nature, art and sagasThe best way to understand Iceland and Icelanders is to not only know the nature and landscape but it is also to know its long history and culture. We will visit some of the most traditional, modern, wild and unorthodox museums around. Operation: Sept 16 - Jun 15 Location: North Iceland 
Farmers PassionVisit the local farms and farmers in the North IcelandNot only will this tour present to you the Akureyri countryside, but by taking you to the local neighbourhood, to the farms and farmers, you will learn about the Icelandic way of living. Operation: Sept 16 - Jun 15 Location: North Iceland 
Gjástykki TourEnjoy the wonderful power of Mother NatureThis unique terrain bears signs of the forces possessed within Mother Nature. The still active volcanic area Gjástykki is one of Iceland's best spots to explore the tectonic movement of the North American and Eurasian systems. Operation: Jun 16 - Sept 15 Location: North Iceland 
Icelandic ChurchesDiscover the sagas through these outstanding buildingsThis tour gives you the opportunity to discover many churches that were built in the north of Iceland. These outstanding building, all different in their own way, tell the story of the religion and the cultural sagas of Icelanders. Operation: All year Location: North Iceland 
Lake MývatnEnjoy the stunning view of the Lake Mývatn areaEnjoy an amazing journey through area of extreme contrasts, bird life, flora, geothermal activity, geology and saga. Lake Mývatn is considered by many as the most beautiful place of Iceland. Operation: All year Location: North Iceland 
Local and Gourmet FoodEnjoy the Icelandic taste of the NorthJoin us on an exclusive gourmet tour and discover the very best of local north Icelandic production. We will meet enthusiastic local food producers, farmers, fishermen and brewers where we can taste the products. Operation: All year Location: North Iceland 
Northern Lights TourEnjoy the Northern Lights and their outstanding colorsTo go into the dark, frozen winter night and observe an unbelievable display of colors, light and texture is like waking up in a fairy-tale full of mystery and magic. Operation: Sept 1st - Apr 30 Location: North Iceland 
Waterfall Dettifoss TourDiscover Europe's most powerful waterfall in north IcelandIt is said that after seeing Dettifoss, Europe's most powerful waterfall, up close and personal you will never be the same. In this tour, we will also discover the wonderful Selfoss waterfall and the outstanding area of the Ásbyrgi canyon. Operation: All year round Location: North Iceland 
Whales and Waterfall Dettifoss TourDiscover the wonderful whales and the scenery of Dettifoss waterfallCombine the amazing experience of seeing whales in their native environment and visit Dettifoss, Europe's most powerful waterfall. Operation: All year round Location: North Iceland |
