The Riches of the South Icelandic Coast

DAY 1 | PARIS / REYKJAVIK

Flight to Reykjavik on a scheduled flight.

Arrival at Keflavik International Airport according to individual flights. For those arriving in the morning, the bus will drop you off in Reykjavik for free time and will pick you up in the late afternoon with the rest of the group arriving in the afternoon.

Meet with the French-speaking tour guide, then transfer and check-in at your hotel.

Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Eldhestar.

DAY 2 | SNOWMOBILE SAFARI / GULLFOSS / GEYSIR / GEOTHERMAL BAKERY (approx. 165 KM)

Breakfast at the hotel.

You will start the day with a snowmobile safari on the eastern flank of the Langjökull glacier. Board a monster truck with impressive wheels to reach the summit of Iceland’s second-largest glacier – thrills guaranteed! After a safety demonstration and usage instructions, hop on your snowmobile (two people per snowmobile – the driver must have a valid driver’s license) and enjoy breathtaking landscapes and a stunning view over the Icelandic plains.

Optional lunch.

Continue with a visit to the impressive Gullfoss waterfall. The “Golden Falls” owe their name to the golden rainbow that forms above the gorge when the weather is clear. While Gullfoss is not the highest waterfall in Iceland, it is certainly one of the most majestic.

Proceed to the geothermal area of Geysir. The most famous geyser, Geysir, which gave its name to the phenomenon, has become inactive, making Strokkur the only active geyser in the area. With eruptions occurring every 5 to 7 minutes on average, you can fully enjoy this incredible spectacle.

You will end the day with a visit to the Fontana geothermal bakery in Laugarvatn. Head to the black sand beach where you will dig up a rye bread that was buried the day before to bake under the surface, where temperatures reach up to 98 degrees Celsius. You will taste this delicious traditional bread, accompanied by butter and Icelandic smoked fish. Return to your hotel.

If the weather permits, your guide may accompany you around the hotel to observe the Northern Lights.

Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Eldhestar.

DAY 3 | THE SOUTH COAST (approx. 290 KM

Breakfast at the hotel.

Discover the south coast of Iceland, starting with the magnificent Skogafoss waterfall. If the weather allows, you can also climb the stairs along the waterfall and get closer to its top. On sunny days, rainbows are often visible. Continue to the Solheimajökull glacier, where, weather permitting, you can approach the glacier’s base and touch the ice with your own hands. This glacier sits perfectly between mountains and its basin of opaque waters. The glacier’s layers show ash from various eruptions over millennia. Proceed to the charming village of Vik and its typical church.

Optional lunch.

Continue to Reynisfjara, where you can admire its stunning black sand beach and basalt columns, rock formations resembling organ pipes. The sea stacks offshore create a science fiction-like landscape. Your final stop will be the Seljalandsfoss waterfall, towering and magnificent, offering the experience of walking behind its veil (weather permitting). In the heart of winter, this waterfall and its structures, stairs, and walkway are covered in ice, giving an otherworldly appearance to this sublime cascade.

If the weather permits, your guide may accompany you around the hotel to observe the Northern Lights.

Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Eldhestar.

DAY 4 | THINGVELLIR / REYKJAVIK / SECRET LAGOON (approx. 320 KM)

Breakfast at the hotel.

Start your day with a visit to Thingvellir National Park, a key site in Icelandic history as the original gathering place of one of the world’s oldest parliaments, the Althing, founded in 930 AD. Here, you can admire the rift between the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates. This geological activity is also visible in the Silfra fissure, where crystal-clear waters allow you to see the underwater environment for dozens of meters.

Next, head to the capital for a panoramic tour. Discover the charms of this human-sized city, passing by the intriguing Hallgrimskirkja church, the lively Laugavegur street, and the Harpa Concert Hall, a true architectural masterpiece.

Optional lunch.

You’ll end your day with a swim in the natural spring of Fluðir called the Secret Lagoon. Built in 1891, this pool is Iceland’s oldest. Generations of locals have bathed and lounged here. The water stays between 38 and 40 degrees Celsius year-round. Walkways have been built around the pool allowing you to admire the geothermal activity fueling it. Nestled in a valley in the heart of Icelandic countryside, the Secret Lagoon is the perfect place to commune with nature while relaxing. Don’t forget your swimsuit and towel!

If the weather permits, your guide may accompany you around the hotel to observe the Northern Lights.

Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Eldhestar.

DAY 5 | SNOW BIKE OPTION / LOCAL HIKING / REYKJAVIK (approx. 50 km)

Si la météo le permet, votre guide pourra vous accompagner aux alentours de l’hôtel pour observer les aurores boréales.

Dîner et nuit à l´hôtel Eldhestar.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Your day can start with a snow bike tour on the snow. After a safety briefing, hop on your all-terrain bike and explore the Icelandic moors like never before! The approximately 2-hour tour will begin just before sunrise to ensure a unique experience. Along the way, you’ll discover remote corners and stop at a geothermal spring where your guide will show you how to use the underground power to cook your eggs and warm up your hot chocolate. Don’t forget your winter clothes (optional activity).

Lunch on your own (optional).

In the afternoon, you’ll have the opportunity to join an easy walk in the charming small town of Hveragerdi with your guide. Don’t forget your hiking shoes and crampons!

If weather permits, your guide can accompany you around the hotel to observe the Northern Lights.

Dinner and overnight at Eldhestar Hotel.

DAY 6 | EQUESTRIAN SHOW / STABLES VISIT / HORSEBACK RIDING OPTION / REYKJADALUR HIKE

Breakfast at the hotel.

The day will begin with a visit to the Eldhestar stables followed by an equestrian show where you’ll discover everything there is to know about the famous Icelandic horse, including its unique gait. Equestrian activities will continue with an introductory one-hour horseback ride through the Icelandic countryside. After getting to know these lovable and sturdy creatures, let them carry you through the moors and introduce you to their natural environment (optional).

Lunch on your own (optional).

In the afternoon, join your guide for a mountainside hike to Reykjadalur, where a hot river winds its way and offers the opportunity for a relaxing soak after about an hour’s ascent. Don’t forget your swimsuit, towel, hiking shoes, and crampons!

If weather permits, your guide can accompany you around the hotel to observe the Northern Lights.

Dinner and overnight at Eldhestar Hotel.

DAY 7 | FREE DAY / LAVA CAVE OPTION

Breakfast at the hotel.

Continue your memorable discoveries with a visit to a lava cave (Leitarhraun or Arnarker depending on the weather). After a short 15-minute hike on the rocky steep walls of the lava fields and safety instructions, explore the depths of the Earth’s crust like never before! You’ll be guided through the cave and discover what makes Iceland both intense and dramatic: sustained geological activity and immense powers. Lunch will be served by your local guides (optional).

Lunch on your own (optional).

Afternoon free to immerse yourself at your own pace in the Icelandic countryside or perhaps pay another visit to the horses in the stables!

Dinner and overnight at Eldhestar Hotel.

DAY 8| ELDHESTAR / REYKJAVIK / PARIS

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer by private coach to the airport. Assistance with formalities provided by your accompanying guide.

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