Day 2
Keflavik, Iceland

Arrive at Keflavik Airport in the early morning. Clear customs then take a short drive to Viking World, a museum that features exhibitions about the times of the Vikings – Breakfast is served at the museum. Depart from the museum for the Hotel Berg the perfect place to rest after a long overnight journey. “Welcome to Iceland” dinner tonight in the hotels Fiskbarinn Restaurant. (B,D)

Day 3
Keflavik – Reykjavik – Hroarslaekur

Depart from Hotel Berg and head for Iceland’s capital city, Reykjavik, located just 32 miles east from the airport. Once in Reykjavik head directly for Hallgrimskirkja, the tallest and largest church in Iceland. A statue of Leif Eiriksson is aligned directly in front of the church, a gift from the U.S. commemorating the 1,000 anniversary of the Icelandic parliament and a tacit acknowledgement that Leif beat Christopher Columbus to North America by almost 500 years.

Your tour will include the Parliament Building, the National Theater and the main seat of government. Visit the harbor area, where older buildings have been retrofitted as boutiques and restaurants.  Leave Reykjavik and travel along the main route through southern Iceland.  Pass green farmlands where the Icelandic horses will be grazing along the roadside.  Continue on to the hamlet of Hella and check in to the Hotel Laekur your home for the next 3 days. “Welcome to Iceland” dinner this evening and get acquainted with your fellow travelers. (B,D)

Day 4
"The Wilds of Iceland" / Thjorsardalur Valley

Rise and shine-enjoy breakfast at Hotel Laekur.  Depart for Thjorsardalur Valley a good introduction to the “Land of Fire and Ice.” Located at the edge of the Icelandic Highlands where you will find the largest lava field in Iceland and spectacular waterfalls. This valley is within clear sight of the active volcano Hekla. Visit Haifoss, the tallest waterfall in Iceland.

Lunch in Hrauneyjar then return to Hotel Laekur where you can enjoy the outside hot pot or the sauna.

Dinner at Hotel Laekur. (B,L,D)

Day 5
Waterfall Gullfoss-Hot Springs Geysir-The Icelandic Horse

Depart Hotel Laekur after breakfast for a full days excursion. Visit Gullfoss a majestic waterfall, the Geothermal Geysir that erupts every 4-8 minutes. Drive on to Fridheimar Farm an amazing horse breeding complex and greenhouse. Enjoy a delicious lunch and afterwards a horse show.The show gives you a insight into the remarkable Icelandic horse. Depart for The Icelandic Horse World where you will have the opportunity to interact with the Icelandic horse and take a ride into the beautiful Icelandic nature. Return home and dinner at the hotel. (B,L,D)

Day 6
Hroarslaekur-Westman Islands (Vestmannaeyjar)

You have not been to Iceland if you have not been to the Westman Islands, a archipelago of 15 islands – off the beaten path of most tours.  The islands were formed by submarine volcanic eruptions 11,000 years ago.  The biggest island, Heimaey is the only permanently inhabited one and is the home to approximately 4300 people.  Visit the Volcano Museum and the lava fields.  Lunch is at “Gott Restaurant.

Check in to Hotel Westmannaeyjar for two nights. Dinner at Einsi Kaldi (Einar The Cool One). (B,L,D)

Day 7
Westman Islands

Today take a exciting excursion by boat around Vestmannaeyjar.  With a excellent view from the ocean you can see the cliffs teeming with puffins and other birds.  Surtsey, a newly formed volcanic island with a rugged lava coastline and colorful caves will also be in your view. Return to dry land and visit the remarkable Sagnheimar Folk Museum. Lunch at Canton Chinese Restaurant.

After lunch you will hike (1.3 mile loop) to Eldfjall Volcano that erupted in 1973.

Dinner tonight at “Slippurinn Restaurant”.  (B,L,D)

Day 8
Seljalandsfoss-Skogafoss-Vik-Hali

Depart after breakfast for Heimaey Harbor and board the Herjolfur ferry to the mainland. Once on land continue through southern Iceland. First visit today is to beautiful Seljalandsfoss and Skogsfoss waterfalls, two of the most beautiful in Iceland.

Continue on to Vik I Myrdal (the southernmost village in Iceland) for lunch at the highly rated Halldorskaffi. Next is a visit to Vatnajokull, the largest glacier in Europe. Your day ends in Hali and the Country Hotel Hali. Dinner in hotel. (B,L,D)

Day 9
Hali-Jokulsarlon-Glacial Lagoon Cruise-Reynisfjara-Vik I Myrdal

Breakfast at Hotel Hali then depart for Jokulsarlon. Board a amphibian boat on   Iceland’s deepest glacial
lagoon for a 30 minute excursion.  The lagoon is 150 feet deep and has enormous icebergs with huge blocks of ice breaking off  the glacier.  Once back on land continue to a small village for  lunch at Bistro 1783 Restaurant.

Your next stop is Reynisfjara to see the fascinating black sand beaches with their crushing waves, basalt columns and huge cave.

Proceed to Vik for overnight at Hotel Katla. Buffet dinner in hotel restaurant. (B,L,D)

Day 10
Vik i myrdal-Reykjavik

Breakfast at Hotel KATLA then checkout and drive by the shortest route to Reykjavik.
Arrive in downtown Reykjavik and check-in to Hotel Holt. Remainder of the day at your leisure. Lunch and dinner is on your own. (B)

Day 11
Reykjavik-Free Day / Day 12-Return Home

DAY 11
REYKJAVIK-FREE DAY
Today is a free day in Reykjavik without regimentation to pursue your own interests. Reykjavik is a lively, colorful city with plenty to do. Optional Whale Watching excursion or for quilters participate in a quilting workshop. Farewell dinner at the “Gallery Restaurant.” (B,D)

DAY 12
THINGVELLIR NP-RETURN HOME
After breakfast check out of Hotel Holt. Continue to Thingvellir National Park where the parliament was established in 930AD.

Depart the park for Keflavik and check-in at Icelandic or Play Airlines ticket counter for your return flight home.