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Family Friendly Iceland Tour in Seven Days

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Customizable Itinerary

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Countries Visited

Iceland

Places Visited

Reykjavik, Akureyri, Golden Circle, Lake Mývatn

Suggested Duration

7 Days

This extraordinary journey to Iceland for families brings you to the edge of the Arctic Circle in a land where nature reigns supreme. Walk atop glaciers, and feel the mist of some of the most beautiful waterfalls on Earth. Stand in awe as geysers erupt in an active geothermal field, view the magnificence of Iceland’s version of Niagara Falls, straddle two continents in Pingvellir National Park and ride Icelandic horses through the countryside. You’ll become immersed in Icelandic farming life,...

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Trip Highlights

  • Explore Reykjavik, including a visit to top of Hallgrimskirkja Church, where panoramic views of the capital city await
  • Visit Iceland’s south coast, including two of the country’s most spectacular waterfalls and take a walk on a glacier
  • See the highlights of the Golden Circle, including Pingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall, and the Geysir area before riding beautiful Icelandic horses through the countryside
  • Fly to Iceland’s Capital of the North, where you’ll meet farmers and local food producers while sampling local culinary delights
  • Take a trip to the tiny island of Hrisey, a bird watcher’s paradise, and visit Lake Mývatn with its unique lava formations before relaxing in a natural pool of geothermal waters
  • Experience Icelandic farm life along the shores of the Hvalfjörður fjord and listen to traditional Icelandic music before concluding your trip with a relaxing visit to the mineral-rich waters of the legendary Blue Lagoon

Detailed Description

Iceland is a land of otherworldly landscapes that make you feel as if you’ve stepped onto an entirely different planet. From the moment you begin this 7-day family-friendly tour, you’ll start to wonder if you’ve somehow landed in Narnia, with waterfalls, rainbows, glaciers, lava fields and soaring mountain ranges at every turn. Not just for adults, this is a magical, wondrous place that no child will ever forget – and it has such a strong allure that high tech gadgets are likely to be forgotten, at least for now. Outdoor adventures abound, which includes horse riding, ideal even for children and the inexperienced, as the small Icelandic horses are even-tempered and manageable. The thrill of watching a geyser explode into the sky is as remarkable as any fireworks display, and there are few things that can surpass the joys of watching a rainbow appear in the mists of a thundering waterfall.

Your adventure begins in the capital city of Reykjavik, renowned for its stunning architecture, street art, burgeoning food scene and friendly people. You’ll take in the panorama of colorful rooftops, the North Atlantic and surrounding mountains from the top of the famous Hallgrimskirkja Church before exploring this safe and clean city with lots of interesting shops, galleries, museums, and eateries, including the most famous hot dog stand in the world.

While Reykjavik is sure to delight, you’ll be amazed at what awaits in South Iceland, including two of its most spectacular waterfalls: Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss. After stops at both, you’ll surely be pinching yourself just to be sure it’s not a dream. But it just keeps getting better – from here, you’ll walk on a glacier in an icy wonderland, where you’ll be able to see from the lines of ash just how many volcanic eruptions have occurred in this country throughout the millennia.

Along the Golden Circle route, many surprises await, including the chance to walk on two continents, gaze at Gullfoss Waterfall, visit the Geysir area with its erupting geysers and boiling mud pots, and trot across the countryside on Icelandic horses. It’s hard to imagine there’s more than this, but the jaw-dropping beauty continues with a trip to the Capital of the North, Akureyri, providing opportunities to taste fabulous local cuisine and experience the area’s rich culture as well as visiting the tiny island of Hrisey and its House of Shark Museum. The next day, you’ll explore the Lake Mývatn area, a landscape of mystical sagas and tales with an incredible array of bird life and unique lava formations before soaking in a natural pool of geothermal waters.

After flying back to Reykjavik, you’ll be taken to a farm and art studio, where the kids can get to know the animals, and you’ll enjoy checking out the gorgeous works of art before dining on fresh, local foods paired with home-brewed dandelion wine and enjoying a live performance of traditional Icelandic music.

Finally, no trip to Iceland is complete without a soak in the Blue Lagoon. Your last day here is sure to be a memorable one, relaxing in the warm, mineral-rich waters, soaking your cares away while the kids splash around, with everyone wishing that this trip would never end.

Starting Price

$3,180 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

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  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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