Europe Private Tour (REJ007) Grand Iceland (11 Days 10 Nights)

We will pick you up at Keflavik International Airport at the scheduled time, then take you to Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland (50 km, approx. 1 hour drive). Enjoy a comprehensive city tour covering key highlights, including Hallgrimskirkja, the tallest church in Iceland. In front stands the statue of explorer Leif Eriksson, a gift from the United States commemorating the 1,000th anniversary of the Althingi parliament—the oldest in the world—in 1930. See The Sun Voyager (Solfar) by Jon Gunnar Arnason, a sculpture symbolizing a Viking ship, and Harpa, the modern glass concert hall and conference center. Next, visit Perlan (The Pearl), a landmark used for welcoming dignitaries designed by renowned architect Ingimundur Sveinsson and visible from afar, featuring various sections including restaurants, an ice cream shop, a Viking history museum, a water park, and souvenir shops. Overnight in Reykjavik. Example hotel: City Park Hotel

We take you to explore Iceland's supernatural wonders along the Golden Circle route. Admire scenic vistas of grasslands alternating with lava fields, home to freely grazing sheep, cattle, and horses. Experience the breathtaking natural beauty within Thingvellir (Thingvellir) National Park (40 km, approx. 1 hour drive), a designated UNESCO World Heritage site situated in a rift valley beside Lake Thingvallavatn, Iceland's largest natural lake, right along the continental fault line stretching tens of thousands of kilometers. Along the way, stop by water-filled craters of extinct volcanoes. Next, head to the Geysir hot spring area, the origin of the word "geyser" used worldwide, where hot springs erupt over 180 feet into the air every 7-10 minutes—a magnificent natural wonder. In the afternoon, visit Gullfoss Waterfalls, the Niagara Falls of Iceland. Overnight in Reykjavik. Example hotel: City Park Hotel

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel in the morning, then depart for Reykholt (88 km, approx. 1 hour drive). Visit Hraunfossar Waterfalls, a series of cascades originating from springs and streams flowing over 900 m through a lava field formed by a volcano beneath the Langjokull glacier. In the afternoon, travel to Grundarfjordur (140 km, approx. 2 hours). Grundarfjordur is located on the Snaefellsnes peninsula between mountains and the ocean, boasting magnificent scenery and serving as a filming location for the movie The Secret Life of Walter Mitty. Admire Iceland's iconic landmark, Kirkjufell (Church Mountain or Hat Mountain), standing 463 meters tall with its picturesque shape beloved by hikers. Nearby is the stunning Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall. Overnight in Grundarfjordur. Example hotel: North Star Hotel Olafsvik

In the morning, depart for the Vatnsnes Peninsula (250 km, approx. 4 hours) to see Hvitserkur, a 15-meter-high dinosaur-shaped rock with two large holes at the base that make it look like a dinosaur drinking water, or even a dragon. Visit the Icelandic Seal Centre, where many seals come ashore to rest, and observe large colorful jellyfish clinging to the rocks. On the other side of the peninsula, visit the Anastadastapi rock formation, accessible via a short walk down a gentle grassy slope. In the evening during winter, embark on a Northern Lights hunt as desired. *** The Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) are rare natural phenomena that require multiple favorable conditions to be visible, such as travel dates, weather, KP index, and viewing locations on each trip. *** Overnight in Hvitserkur. Example hotel: Hotel Hvitserkur

In the morning, depart on a 255-kilometer journey (approx. 3.5 hours) to visit Godafoss, or the Waterfall of the Gods, one of Iceland's most beautiful waterfalls. Its name dates back to when Christianity arrived in Iceland; locals converted to Christianity and cast statues of the old Norse gods into the waterfall, hence the name Godafoss (Goda meaning Gods). In the afternoon, travel 52 km (approx. 1 hour) to Hverfjall, a cone-shaped volcano with a crater width of about 1 kilometer. You can hike up to the crater rim for panoramic views of Lake Myvatn and the magnificent crater. Overnight in Lake Myvatn. Example hotel: Ondolfsstadir Farm B&B

In the morning, depart on an 85-kilometer journey (approx. 1.5 hours) to visit Dettifoss, the largest waterfall in Europe and one of Iceland's premier attractions. Dettifoss is 44 meters high with a water flow rate of 500 cubic meters per second, powering multiple hydroelectric plants downstream. Also visit the adjacent Selfoss waterfall. If time permits, visit the historic Icelandic Turf House, a museum displaying traditional Icelandic heritage, swim like a local at the Sundholl Selfoss swimming complex with its variety of pools, or browse handcrafted Icelandic woodwork at Tre Og List. Overnight in Selfoss. Example hotel: Guesthouse Bitra B&B

Depart for Seydisfjordur (182 km, approx. 2.5 hours), a charming town in eastern Iceland accessed by a single scenic mountain pass. Seydisfjordur is known for its colorful wooden houses along the coast, set against a dramatic backdrop of surrounding mountains—reminiscent of Hallstatt in Austria. Visit Blaa Kirkjan, an iconic and charming light-blue church; every Wednesday between July 1 and August 12, local concerts are held inside. Next, visit Tvisonggur, a sound sculpture designed by a Berlin artist. A 20-minute uphill walk from the Brimberg fish factory leads to 5 interconnected small concrete domes that resonate in 5 distinct tones as the natural wind blows through—a truly unique musical architecture experience. In the evening, enjoy dinner featuring local flavors at Nordic Restaurant at Hotel Aldan, with recommended dishes including lamb, venison, and fish. Overnight in Seydisfjordur. Example hotel: Hotel Snaefell

Depart for Hofn, a distance of 213 kilometers (about 3 hours). We will take you to see the Vatnajokull Glacier ice cave, which is truly magnificent. After admiring mountains and waterfalls for days, visiting the ice cave makes the journey wonderfully complete. This cave is located in Vatnajokull National Park and must be visited with a coordinator—you cannot go on your own because the coordinator is an expert in the area and a large off-road vehicle is required to take you inside (admission fee required, payable on-site). It takes about 2-3 hours, and the admission fee is approximately 6,000 / person. After exploring the cave, we will take you to Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, the largest glacier in southeastern Iceland, located at the edge of the national park atop the glacier. Covering about 18 square meters with a depth reaching 248 meters, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon is known as the deepest lake in Iceland. Overnight in Hofn. Sample hotel: Lilja Guesthouse

Depart for Vik i Myrdal, a distance of 272 kilometers (about 3 and a half hours). Vik is a town in southern Iceland. We will take you to experience another style of breathtaking nature: the Black Beach, formed by the erosion of lava rock and basalt formations. It is considered one of the most exotic and stunning beaches in the world. At the far end of the beach sits a small hill; walking closer, you will see basalt columns stacked in layers, resembling a giant organ. On the cliff behind, the rock pillars you see are called Reynisdrangur, the star attraction here. The landscape before you features both stone pillars and lava resulting from subglacial volcanic eruptions. Overnight in Vik i Myrdal. Sample hotel: Icelandair Hotel Vik or an apartment

After breakfast at the hotel, we'll take you on a journey to visit Skogafoss waterfall, a distance of 34 km taking about 30 minutes. This is another exceptionally beautiful waterfall with a height of 62 meters, making it the tallest waterfall in southern Iceland and the 5th largest in Iceland. On a sunny day, you can see a rainbow shimmering in the waterfall's mist. Next, we travel to another nearby waterfall, Seljalandsfoss, one of the most famous waterfalls in Iceland. At this waterfall, you can walk completely behind the cascading curtain of water. You will be amazed by the massive rush of water pouring down to the ground, contrasting beautifully with the green moss covering the rocks on both sides. In the afternoon, we depart for Grindavik, covering a distance of 182 kilometers in about 2.5 hours, to visit the Blue Lagoon Hot Springs. This naturally occurring geothermal spring is situated in a southwestern lava field. The average water temperature is around 40 degrees Celsius and is maintained at this level all year round. The water in the Blue Lagoon is rich in various minerals with healing properties, especially for those with skin conditions. Gentle steam rises constantly around the Blue Lagoon hot springs, making it incredibly relaxing. Enjoy a soothing soak to your heart's content until evening, when we head to Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland. Overnight in Reykjavik. Sample hotel: City Park Hotel

No tour scheduled for today. We will transfer you to Keflavik International Airport for your flight back to Bangkok.