Our driver will pick you up between 8:15 and 8:45am at your accommodation. Leaving the capital we have a short drive to Thingvellir National Park where we walk along the fault lines that show the rifting of the earth’s crust. We hear about the major historical events that have taken place here and come to understand why this is a UNESCO world heritage site. After this short hike we drive to the Golden Circle, namely the spouting springs of Geysir and the majestic Gullfoss waterfall. We then continue to our accommodation in a nice hostel by lake Laugarvatn, our base for three nights. In the evening, we will look out for Northern Lights if the weather permits. Hike: 10km

Meals:  L,D

A short drive brings us to Nesjavellir which is a large geothermal power plant where heat is pumped up and used to warm houses in the capital area. Depending on the conditions we will either hike or snowshoe in this magnificent area amongst the lava rocks, mud pots and boiling springs. Afterwards we return to our hostel for dinner and overnight. In the evening we have the possibility of bathing in the Geothermal Baths of Fontana Spa (optional) only a few minutes walk from the hostel. If we are lucky, we will be able to admire the Northern lights from the outdoor hot jacuzzi. Hike: 5-10km

Meals:  B,L,D

Today we drive towards the south coast of Iceland. We head for the Sólheimajökull glacier where an exciting adventure awaits. Our certified and experienced glacier guide will lead us through a frozen wonderland of different shades of glacier ice, which can be white, blue or crystal clear. You will safely view deep crevasses and water cauldrons, along with other interesting features of the glacier. Your guide will share their knowledge about the ever-changing landscapes of the Icelandic glaciers, their formation and how these icy giants relate to the surrounding volcanoes and mountains. After this thrilling experience we will drive a little bit further east to visit the Black Beach of Reynisfjara. On the way back to our hostel we will stop to admire the waterfalls, Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss. Dinner and overnight at the hostel. Look out for Northern Lights in the evening.

Meals:  B,L,D

We pack our bags this morning and drive to the greenhouse village of Hveragerði from where we will hike or snowshoe to the Reykjadalur valley. We will be climbing up the hills into the magical valley of solfataras and hot springs. Those brave enough can dip into a natural hot river. We then return to Reykjavík where the trip concludes. Hike: 11km

Meals:  B,L