Iceland

Explore Reykjavik, Iceland’s vibrant capital and the nation’s first permanent settlement. Stroll along Laugavegur Street, lined with colorful boutiques and cozy cafés. Visit Bessastaðir, the official residence of Iceland’s president, and see Höfði House, where Reagan and Gorbachev met for their historic 1986 summit. Climb the 73-meter tower of Hallgrímskirkja Church, dedicated to poet Hallgrímur Pétursson, for panoramic views of the city and surrounding mountains, and hear the grand 25-ton pipe organ fill the hall with sound.

Go back to the beginning of Iceland’s turbulent history, from the earliest settlers to the 16th century, and experience where legend and history collide.

A journey into Raufarhólshellir is a unique experience and a great opportunity to witness the inner workings of a volcanic eruption as one walks in the path of lava that flowed during the Leitahraun eruption, which occurred east of the Bláfjöll mountains about 5200 years ago. Every winter spectacular ice sculptures are formed inside the entrance of the cave making the experience of visiting the lava tunnel even more breathtaking.

View the beautiful Seljalandsfoss, located about 18 miles west of Skogar. This tall and misty waterfall is one of Iceland’s most unique, with a path that lets you walk behind the curtain of water, so bring a raincoat or umbrella to stay dry.

Take in the impressive Skógafoss waterfall, one of the largest in Iceland, with a drop of over 200 feet. Bring waterproof clothing, as you can walk right up to the base and feel the mist from its powerful cascade.

Visit the Skogar Folk Museum and discover striking examples of Iceland's history. It's housed in a series of old sod-roofed farmhouses. There is also a modern building with extensive historical exhibits dealing with life in Southern Iceland.

Visit Skaftafell National Park, one of Iceland's most outstanding areas of natural beauty. The area is dominated by spectacular views of the mighty Vatnajokull, Europe's largest glacier.

Walk along the shores of the Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon to see the icebergs that have drifted from the Breiðamerkurjökull Glacier.

Known as the “Bull Shed Ravine”, the Nauthusagil Canyon is a mystical ravine located in Southern Iceland.

Experience all the geological diversity that Iceland has to offer with a visit to the Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that falls on a rift between two tectonic plates. Then make your way to the Great Geysir, watch the Hvítá river disappear into the earth at the Gullfoss Falls, and watch the Strokkur Geyser erupt. End the tour with a tasty stop for gelato tasting at the Efstidalur farm, a recently renovated farm in offering a unique tasting experience.

Learn how Icelanders grow tomatoes year-round despite long, dark winters. This family-run farm welcomes visitors to tour the greenhouses and sample freshly grown produce.

Experience geothermal energy first hand at Laugarvatn Fontana bakery. The bread is made using a traditional recipe, dug it into the warm black sand ground and baked for 24 hours. Enjoy a taste of the bread, served hot from the ground with Icelandic butter.