Amongst scenes of spectacular landscapes and waterways, you can get closer to the wonders and wildlife of Iceland’s rugged lands than you may have imagined. Reykjavik is your gateway to uncovering a trove of natural treasures – tour the Golden Circle to be awe-struck by the sight of gushing Geysir hot springs, the mighty Gullfoss ‘Golden Waterfall’ and UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park; or perhaps visit the famous Blue Lagoon, to unwind in the soothing warmth of geothermal baths. At Ísafjörður, you can embark on an fjord kayaking adventure and immerse yourself in the tranquillity and natural beauty of the Westfjords, or take a boat tour to Vigur Island to encounter native puffins.
For an experience of a lifetime, join a whale watching tour from Akureyri and go in search of whales, dolphins and porpoises in their unspoilt, natural habitat. You could take in the glorious Godafoss ‘waterfall of the gods’ and the bird haven of Lake Mývatn on tour too. At remote Seyðisfjörður, situated on a breathtaking waterway of the same name, you’ll revel in the sight and sounds of glorious glaciers, towering mountains and tumbling waterfalls. Throughout your adventure, you’re also in for unforgettable scenic cruising experiences; see the landscapes of Eyjafjörður and Borgarfjordur Eystri – home to a large population of elves, according to local folklore, enjoy a memorable sail by verdant, sparsely populated Hrísey as the sun rises, and watch Dynjandi Waterfall at sunset too.