Day 1 – Arrive in Reykjavík, Iceland
Arrive in Reykjavík, the world’s northernmost capital, and settle into your hotel. Spend the day exploring the colorful streets, Hallgrímskirkja Church, Harpa Concert Hall, and the lively Old Harbour. In the evening, enjoy authentic Icelandic cuisine while overlooking Faxaflói Bay.
Day 2 – The Golden Circle
Set out on Iceland’s famous Golden Circle route. Visit Þingvellir National Park, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet, followed by the erupting Strokkur Geyser and the spectacular Gullfoss Waterfall. End the day relaxing in a geothermal hot spring before returning to Reykjavík.
Day 3 – Iceland’s South Coast
Travel along Iceland’s dramatic South Coast, stopping at Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls. Continue to the black sand beach of Reynisfjara, surrounded by basalt columns and sea stacks, before visiting the charming village of Vík. Return through landscapes of glaciers, lava fields, and volcanic mountains. Iceland’s volcanic scenery and glacier lagoons are among its defining natural attractions.
Day 4 – Fly to Ilulissat, Greenland
Fly across the Denmark Strait to Ilulissat, Greenland’s most famous icefjord destination. After checking into your hotel, explore the colorful Arctic town, meet local Inuit communities, and admire enormous icebergs drifting through Disko Bay. Enjoy the magical Midnight Sun during summer or search for the Northern Lights in winter.
Day 5 – Ilulissat Icefjord Exploration
Spend the day exploring the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord. Hike scenic coastal trails leading to breathtaking viewpoints overlooking gigantic icebergs calving from the Sermeq Kujalleq Glacier. In the evening, take a boat cruise through the iceberg-filled fjord while watching the Arctic light reflect across the frozen landscape. The Ilulissat region is renowned for its glacier and iceberg scenery. (Greenland Tours)
Day 6 – Disko Bay Wildlife Adventure
Embark on a full-day boat excursion across Disko Bay. Depending on the season, look for humpback whales, seals, Arctic birds, and towering ice formations. Visit small Greenlandic settlements to experience Inuit traditions, colorful wooden houses, and life in one of the world’s most remote inhabited regions.
Day 7 – Nuuk – Greenland’s Capital
Fly to Nuuk, Greenland’s modern capital surrounded by dramatic fjords and mountains. Visit the Greenland National Museum, stroll along the picturesque waterfront, and discover the fascinating blend of Inuit heritage and Scandinavian culture. Spend the evening enjoying locally inspired Arctic cuisine.
Day 8 – Nuuk Fjord Expedition
Explore the magnificent Nuuk Fjord system by boat, passing towering mountains, glaciers, waterfalls, and isolated fishing villages. Keep watch for whales, seabirds, and seals while enjoying one of the world’s largest fjord systems. Return to Nuuk for a relaxing evening.
Day 9 – Return to Iceland & Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Fly back to Iceland and continue to the spectacular Snæfellsnes Peninsula, often called “Iceland in Miniature.” Discover lava fields, black beaches, fishing villages, volcanic craters, and the iconic Kirkjufell Mountain before settling into a countryside hotel.
Day 10 – Glacier Lagoon & Diamond Beach
Travel to the breathtaking Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where floating blue icebergs drift toward the Atlantic Ocean. Walk along the famous Diamond Beach, where sparkling chunks of glacial ice rest upon black volcanic sand. Spend the afternoon exploring Vatnajökull National Park, Europe’s largest glacier.
Day 11 – Blue Lagoon & Reykjavík
Return to Reykjavík via the Reykjanes Peninsula. Relax in the world-famous Blue Lagoon geothermal spa surrounded by lava fields before spending your final afternoon shopping for Icelandic wool products, local crafts, and Nordic delicacies. Celebrate your Arctic adventure with a farewell dinner.
Day 12 – Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Keflavík International Airport for your onward journey. Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy a final walk through Reykjavík or visit a local café before departing. Leave with unforgettable memories of Greenland’s majestic icebergs, Inuit culture, spectacular fjords, and Iceland’s dramatic volcanoes, waterfalls, glaciers, and geothermal landscapes.