generic avatar 2
generic avatar 3
generic avatar 4

125,633+ dreams turned into reality

global work and travel logo
What should I book?!

Best of Iceland

4.7(12,872 reviews)
Iceland
7 days
Operated by Partner

Limited spots. Earliest available arrival is currently Apr 2027, and closing very soon.

$4,549

$495
deposit now
Book now, pay later. Cancel anytime.

Destinations

Iceland

Vibe

Adventure, Nature

Intensity

Faster Paced Road Trip

Seasonality

April October

Trip overview

If you're looking for a fast but full visit around Iceland, this seven-day trip fits the bill perfectly. It has tons of hidden gems that you won’t find anywhere else in the world, combined with free time to experience plenty of the highlights, like erupting geysers, visiting glacier lagoons, and exploring breathtaking waterfalls and black-sand beaches. Be sure to pack your sense of adventure and get ready to feel Iceland under your feet.

Trip itinerary

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 1
Walking1 day

Arrive at any time. There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting.

Day 2
Walking1 day

Drive to Akureyri, stopping for lunch at a local cantina. Explore the town or opt to go on a whale-watching tour. Eyjafjörður is a scenic spot to enjoy the local wildlife and small villages in the area. Opt to go on a whale-watching excursion.

Day 3
Walking1 day

Stop at Goðafoss waterfall en route to Mývatn lake. Explore lava formations of Dimmuborgir and the geothermal area of Námaskarð. Visit Dettifoss waterfall before arriving in Borgarfjörður for a night in a local guesthouse. Head to Mývatn lake, stopping en route at Goðafoss waterfall. In Mývatn, explore lava formations of Dimmuborgir and the ...

Day 4
Walking1 day

Leave beautiful Borgarfjörður behind and travel down the coast driving through the beautiful and majestic eastern fjords. En route to Hofn, catch a glimpse of Vatnajokull glacier, the largest ice cap in Europe.

Day 5
Walking1 day

Visit the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon and nearby Diamond Beach, with a chance to see seals sunbathing on the bright blue ice. Opt to check out the lagoon by boat. Continue to Skaftafell National Park and opt to take a glacier hike. Continue to Vík. Marvel at the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, with a chance to see seals sunbathing on the bright blue ice ...

Day 6
Walking1 day

Visit Reynisfjara beach. Continue along the Golden Circle to Drumbo. Stop at the waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Gullfoss. Explore the Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir Hot Springs and Þingvellir National Park. Arrive to Reykjavík in the early evening.

Day 7
Walking1 day

Depart at any time.

What's included

Tap to expand

Activities and Logistics
Accommodation
Meals
Transport
Social
Global Academy
Marketplace Deals
Global Emergency Line
10% Off Getaways

See Who's going.

Book & get early access to your group, start planning meet-ups, and make new friends before your journey begins.

Get more info!

Got questions or need to know more? Ask us here, we're online 24hrs Mon-Fri.

New on the 'gram

instagram icon
700K

Why travellers choose Global Work & Travel

Plans change (and that’s ok)

Can’t travel right now? Swap your trip, gift it to someone, or save it for later with our Lifetime Deposit Guarantee.

Travel backed by actual experts

With 17+ years in travel and over 120,000 travellers helped worldwide, you’re in experienced hands from day one.

Be more than a tourist

Go beyond the guidebooks to discover hidden gems and experience each destination like a local.

Book now, pay your way

Don’t wait to start your next adventure. Secure your spot today and spread the cost over time with flexible instalments that fit your budget.

We’re travelling with you

Whether you’re planning, packing or already overseas, we’re here to help every step of the way with always-on global support.

Flexible travel, built in

Life changes. Your trip can too. Change your destination or departure date on most trips up to 60 days before departure and keep your adventure moving.

Still have questions?

Check out these similar trips

Home
Tour
Best of Iceland