6-Day Iceland Adventure | Now Journey Small Group Tour
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Iceland Adventure

Six days shaped by fire, ice and the North Atlantic.

Reykjavík → South Coast → Glacier Country → Golden Circle → Reykjavík

  • 6 Days / 5 Nights
  • Very Small Group
  • Tour Captain Hosted
  • DELUXE Hotels Collection
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No obligation. No pressure. Every request is personally reviewed.

6 Days / 5 NightsSunday arrival to Friday departure
Reykjavík + South IcelandA compact, carefully paced route
Specialist ExperiencesGeothermal bathing and glacier country
DELUXE OnlyOne clear Hotels Collection
March–OctoberMonthly 2027 and 2028 departures

A powerful introduction to Iceland

Wild landscapes, thoughtfully held together.

This journey follows the operating foundation of Now Journey’s October 2026 Iceland program: Reykjavík, the South Coast, glacier country, the Golden Circle, Sky Lagoon and Blue Lagoon.

Your Tour Captain coordinates the days while experienced Icelandic drivers and specialist activity guides bring local conditions, geology and landscapes into focus. The route is intentionally compact, leaving room to respond responsibly when Iceland changes the plan.

Journey at a glance

Five Icelandic chapters. One elemental story.

  1. 01
    ReykjavíkArrival, Sky Lagoon and welcome
  2. 02
    South CoastWaterfalls, black sands and Vík
  3. 03
    Glacier CountryLagoon landscapes or a specialist local alternative
  4. 04
    Golden CircleGullfoss, Geysir and Þingvellir
  5. 05
    Reykjavík & Blue LagoonA restorative finale
Map of Iceland showing the journey region
The operating sequence may change when weather, roads or specialist activity conditions require it.

The complete journey

Six days across Reykjavík and the South.

Each day preserves the October 2026 operating framework while allowing qualified local partners to make safe, practical adjustments.

Day 1Arrival in ReykjavíkSky Lagoon & a warm Icelandic welcome

Arrive at Keflavík International Airport and meet your dedicated transfer into Reykjavík. Luggage is cared for while the journey begins with a reserved Sky Lagoon experience overlooking the North Atlantic.

After time to settle in, gather with your Tour Captain for a welcome dinner and the first chapter of your Iceland story.

Day 2South Coast to VíkWaterfalls, open landscapes and black sand

Travel east with your Tour Captain and local driver, pausing where conditions allow at the waterfalls and viewpoints that define Iceland’s South Coast. Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss lead toward the black sands and basalt landscapes near Vík.

Arrive at the South Coast hotel for two nights. The day is paced around weather, daylight, comfort stops and the driver’s route assessment.

Day 3Glacier CountryIce, volcanic landscapes and specialist guiding

Journey deeper into glacier country for land-based views around Fjallsárlón, Jökulsárlón and Diamond Beach when road and weather conditions support the full route. A confirmed seasonal glacier activity may be incorporated only after the specialist operator approves access and suitability.

When the longer route is not advisable, the Tour Captain may activate a closer Vík-area program, including a specialist Katla Ice Cave experience when approved by the operator. The alternatives protect the spirit of the day without treating Iceland’s conditions as predictable.

Day 4The Golden CircleGullfoss, Geysir and Þingvellir

Leave the South Coast and arc toward Reykjavík through Iceland’s celebrated Golden Circle. Stand near the thundering Gullfoss waterfall, watch the geothermal landscape around Geysir and Strokkur, and walk through the cultural and geological story of Þingvellir National Park.

The day’s order is coordinated around conditions, daylight and the planned lunch stop before returning to Reykjavík.

Day 5Reykjavík & Blue LagoonTime to explore, geothermal waters and farewell

Enjoy a relaxed Reykjavík morning before a reserved Blue Lagoon experience, subject to official access and site operation. Warm mineral waters and the surrounding lava field create a restorative final afternoon.

Return with time to change before a farewell dinner celebrating the landscapes, stories and shared moments of the journey.

Day 6Departure DayFarewell to Iceland

Your Tour Captain coordinates the transfer to Keflavík International Airport around the confirmed flight schedule, passenger list, luggage needs and seasonal travel allowance.

As the lava fields fade from view, Iceland’s waterfalls, glaciers and geothermal warmth travel home with you.

Where we stay

DELUXE | Now Journey Hotels Collection

Iceland is offered with one clear collection. No alternate Hotels Collection is offered for this journey.

Inviting Now Journey hotel room
Reykjavík

Three nights in the capital

The October 2026 operating foundation used Reykjavík Residence Hotel for guests, with room category, building, breakfast and vehicle access coordinated before arrival.

Comfortable Now Journey hotel accommodation
South Coast

Two nights near Vík

The October 2026 operating foundation used Hotel Katla by Keahotels, creating a practical base for the South Coast and glacier-country chapters.

Collection promise

One itinerary. One hotel standard.

Future properties, room categories, breakfast arrangements and taxes are confirmed in your personalized proposal. Comparable Deluxe properties may be used when required by a departure’s operating plan and availability.

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Featured planning windows

Late winterMarch 14–19, 2027Snow-framed landscapes and shifting light Early summerJune 6–11, 2027Long days across the South Coast Early autumnSeptember 12–17, 2027Cooler air and autumn atmosphere

Dates & Pricing

One departure each month, March through October.

Choose a preferred departure and request a personalized proposal. Pricing, hotel assignments and operating availability are confirmed by our team; sending a request does not place a booking hold.

Glacier and lagoon landscape in Iceland

Optional experience

See the ice from another perspective.

Ask your Journey Designer about adding a glacier helicopter experience to your proposal. It is not included in the base journey and is never assumed to operate.

  • Weather and operating conditions apply
  • Supplier, routing and landing plan require confirmation
  • Availability and price are provided only in your proposal
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Travel well prepared

In Iceland, flexibility is part of the luxury.

01

Conditions lead

Official weather, road and civil-protection guidance shape each day. Closed roads and specialist decisions are respected without exception.

02

Local expertise matters

Experienced drivers and specialist guides assess routes, glacier access and outdoor conditions while your Tour Captain coordinates the complete journey.

03

Alternatives are prepared

Plans A, B and C protect comfort, safety and the spirit of discovery when an exposed route or activity cannot operate.

Plan & prepare

Is this your kind of Iceland?

Is this the Private Luxury Retreat?

No. This is Now Journey’s six-day hosted small group Iceland journey. The existing Private Luxury Retreat remains a separate private-tour option.

How active is the journey?

Expect uneven outdoor terrain, cold, rain, wind, steps and periods of standing, along with substantial driving on the glacier-country day. Tell us about mobility needs before requesting a proposal so the team can discuss suitability.

Can weather change the itinerary?

Yes. Iceland’s weather, roads and natural environment can change quickly. The Tour Captain, local driver, specialist operator and public authorities each have defined safety roles. A stop may be shortened, replaced or cancelled.

Which Hotel Collection is available?

DELUXE is the only Hotels Collection offered for this journey and the only collection shown in its proposal flow.

Are the listed hotels guaranteed?

No. The hotel section identifies the October 2026 operating foundation. Future property, room category, breakfast and tax details are confirmed in the personalized proposal. Comparable Deluxe properties may be used.

Is the helicopter experience included?

No. It is an optional request. Weather, supplier approval, routing, landing conditions, availability and price must all be confirmed before it can be added.

What happens after I request a proposal?

A Now Journey Trip Specialist reviews your preferred departure, DELUXE hotel preference, rooming and travel party, then confirms the available operating plan. An inquiry is not a confirmed booking or reservation hold.

Your Iceland story starts here

Tell us when you want to go.

Choose a departure above or let a Journey Designer help you compare seasons. Your request will carry the Iceland journey and DELUXE collection into the proposal form.

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