Iceland: Relaxed Mode Tour
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1 - 12 September 2027 (12 days)
Maximum 20 people per tour
Discover Iceland’s Remote Northwest: A Relaxed Journey Exploring from Two Carefully Chosen Bases
Experience the magic of Iceland on this Relaxed Mode Tour, where dramatic landscapes, rich traditions, and unspoilt wilderness create an unforgettable setting. A paradise for ornithologists, photographers, geologists, botanists, and nature lovers, the remote northwest is explored at a gentle pace from comfortable bases, with striking coastal scenery, folklore, and historic sites. Timed to coincide with the traditional autumn sheep round-up, this journey offers a rare glimpse into local life alongside remarkable natural beauty.
2027 TOUR PRICE
£4,680 Per person based on two people sharing a room
Single Occupancy £5,240
TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:
Transport, Accommodation and Meals:
—Round-trip flights with Icelandair, or (EasyJet from Manchester)
—Private coach and driver for the whole 12 days
—Accompanied throughout by our knowledgeable guide, with an additional local guide joining us on two days to provide insight into their particular regions.
—Includes private transfers to and from Keflavik Airport
—11 nights at carefully selected hotels with comfortable en suite rooms in picturesque locations
—Includes two nights at a premium hotel in Reykjavik perfectly situated near key landmarks and all amenities
—11 buffet breakfasts
—11 three-course evening meals
—2 evening meals at two of Reykjavík's renowned restaurants
Excursions and Entrance Fees:
—Photo stop at the Blue Lagoon, the famous geothermal hot spring known for its striking blue waters
—Scenic exploration of the Vatnsnes Peninsula, including a visit to the dramatic basalt sea stack Hvitserkur
—Visit to Borgarvirki, a volcanic plug and former natural fortress mentioned in the Icelandic sagas, with panoramic views across the surrounding region
—September réttir (annual sheep round-up)
—Vatnsdalur valley, known for its salmon river, canyon landscapes
—Strandir region
—Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft
—Coastal drive around Bjarnarfjörður and Drangsnes
—Private talk presented by local guide in the area of Laugarhóll
—Djúpavík and its historic herring factory
—Grettistak, linked to the saga of Grettir the Strong Introduction to Icelandic sagas
—Village of Hvammstangi
—Icelandic Seal Centre (subject to interest and opening)
—Scenic exploration of the Vatnsnes countryside
—Seasonal wild-berry picking (weather and conditions permitting)
—Opportunities for wildlife viewing, coastal exploration
—Whale-watching excursion (weather permitting)
—2-hour guided sightseeing tour of Reykjavík by coach (subject to interest)
—Entrance and guided visit to the National Museum of Iceland
