Sweep your loved one off their feet as you traverse across the luscious, green landscapes of Iceland on this luxurious, 8-day tour. Explore the Golden Circle by dog sled under the pulsing northern lights, ride in a helicopter over exclusive and remote locations, and savor the wonder of strikingly blue ice sculptures beneath Iceland’s surface. Watch the graceful veil of water as it cascades over rocks that are surrounded by striking greenery, stand under the pyramid-shaped basalt mountain and let...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Reykjavik – Dog Sledding under the Northern Lights
The dramatic landscapes of Iceland hold a special place for any couple who is wanting to explore its magical scenery. It awakens a hunger within you to experience life at its fullest. Your first glimpses of Iceland’s wonders will come when you arrive at Keflavik Airport. Upon your arrival, you will be embraced by the snow-capped mountains and long, lazing rivers that look as if they have been drawn with a knife. Your private transfer will greet you and escort you to meet the dogs for your dog sledding journey around Langjokull glacier and the Golden Circle. During this journey, you can snuggle under the thick woolen blankets with your loved one as your musher leads you towards the second largest glacier in Iceland: Langjokull.
A fine spray of snow may tickle your cheeks as your team of dogs pulls you along the 361 square mile glacier. From here, your musher will guide you to the Geysir Geothermal Field to view the tremendous power of geysers that spew scalding water into the air. It is a shocking but thrilling opportunity to witness Iceland’s elemental power at its best. As you settle back into the dog sled and venture towards Thingvellir National Park, which is the only UNESCO World Heritage Site on the mainland, you can reach out and touch the winter wonderland of Iceland as it passes by you.
The pure beauty of Thingvellir lies within the dried magma fields that are covered in a blanket of bright and soft green moss and surrounded by glacial springs and jagged mountain peaks. Standing in its presence will take your breath away in one glance. The last stop of your day will be at Gullfoss, which is Iceland’s beloved and most famous waterfall, where the powerful rapids inject energy into everything that they touch. On your way to your luxury accommodation, you can look up at the skies and watch the glowing green and purple northern lights perform their dance for you. It will be a sight to behold as you are warm and cozy under the blanket with your loved one.
What's Included:
Day 2
Reykjavik – Helicopter over a Rainbow-Colored Landmannalauger
Day 3
Siglufjordur – Dance among the Multi-Colored Sands of Raudasandur
Day 4
Egilsstadir – Descend into the Colorful Lofthellir Cave for Ice Sculptures
Day 5
Hofn – Stare in Wonder at the Mystical Caves of Vatnajokull
Day 6
Vik – Traverse Hand-in-Hand across Diamond Beach
Day 7
Reykjavik – Seek the Hidden Waterfall of Gljufrabui
Day 8
Reykjavik – Sink into Bliss at the Blue Lagoon Retreat
Trip Highlights
- Glide around the Golden Circle by dog sled under the dancing green and purple northern lights
- Float high in the sky in a helicopter over the exclusive and remote, rainbow-colored Landmannalaugar
- Bask in the elemental power of the Dynjandi waterfall
- Marvel at the natural ice sculptures in the underground colorful Lofthellir Cave
- Saunter across Diamond Beach under the striking landscape of Iceland
- Experience a behind-the-scenes look at the glorious waterfall of Seljalandsfoss
- Celebrate your newfound bliss at the Blue Lagoon Retreat spa, where you and your loved one will have a large chamber to yourselves
Detailed Description
The romantic trip of a lifetime awaits you and your loved one on this glorious, 8-day adventure through Iceland. Once you arrive in Keflavik Airport, your private transfer will transport you to greet the team of dogs that will pull you around the Golden Circle. While you sled with your partner and your experienced guide, the majestic northern lights will dance above you. The following day involves a bird’s eye view of remote and exclusive locations such as Langisjor and Lakagigar. You will experience this bird’s eye view from the comfort of a private helicopter before being provided with the extraordinary view of Vatnajokull, which is the largest glacier in Iceland.
After an intimate breakfast, the Westfjords will lure you in with their ravishingly raw beauty that is reflected in the ethereal waters that surrounding it. You can stop for a romantic picnic along the multi-colored sands of Raudasandur beach. You may feel goosebumps when you see the spray of gentle whales as they rise from the depths. After your picnic and delightful whale watching experience, you will descend into the Lofthellir Caves to gaze in wonder at the strikingly blue ice sculptures that live beneath Iceland’s surface. These sculptures are surrounded by a backdrop of color, and tonight, you will stay in the charming town of Egilsstadir.
As you drive towards Djupivogur the following morning, the pyramid-shaped mountain of Bulandstindur looms over the village, which is known for having the mythological ability to grant wishes to any who pass. The epitome of romance sits at Svartifoss, which is a waterfall that is surrounded by black basalt columns and appears like a heart from a distance. You will be able to sneak a peek behind the Seljalandsfoss waterfall with your guide to discover the location of the hidden waterfall of Gljufrabui that is known only to the locals. Finally, you will feast on succulent food from the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Iceland before sinking deep into bliss at the Blue Lagoon. Everything that you can desire and more can be made possible during this intimate, 8-day excursion through Iceland.
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Starting Price
$7,800 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.87 stars based on 469 reviews.
We have received the most thorough, helpful planning job in eight trips with Zicasso. Our travel expert was marvelous.
Reviewed By ken H.
We can’t thank Zicasso's travel specialist enough for the incredible itinerary he created for our trip to Iceland. He truly went above and beyond—carefully considering our budget, interests, and travel preferences to craft a thoughtful, well-paced, and exciting plan.
Every detail was spot on. From the stunning sightseeing stops to the unforgettable excursions, the entire trip was seamless and stress-free. We felt like we experienced the very best of Iceland without ever feeling rushed or overwhelmed.
Our specialist's attention to detail and personalized approach made all the difference. We’re beyond satisfied with his service and would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking to plan an unforgettable adventure. Thanks to him, we made memories that will last a lifetime!
Reviewed By Craig S.
We have been on many vacations before, but nothing comes close to the amazing itinerary provided to us by Zicasso's travel company. The experience was truly world-class and we did things we didn't believe we could do. I would give this vacation 10 stars if it were possible.
Having said that, I would recommend a couple of small items: For guided tours, make clearer which ones are not guided and provide a rough timeline within the day so we know what to expect. Neither of these is a deal-breaker, but would take our trip from 10 out of 5 stars to 12 out of 5 stars.
They also provided amazing communication. I absolutely will refer them to others.
Reviewed By RAJEEB D.
The itinerary and accommodations were exactly what we needed to experience Iceland in a way that was flexible and personalized for us. Everything went so smoothly and we are really grateful for the thoughtful planning that Zicasso's travel specialist did for us.
Reviewed By Margaret D.
We had a agreat trip to Iceland. Zicasso's tour operator arranged everything perfectly. Our guide for nine days was exceptional!
Reviewed By Bob B.
Our trip was absolutely amazing. Zicasso's tour operator did a great job planning out the details and creating an itinerary that allowed us to see everything we wanted to in an efficient manner. We had a lot we wanted to squeeze into 10 days and we were able to do it all.
The hotels/bed and breakfasts we stayed at were perfect. Even when we ran into an issue with one of the planned hotels, our agent found multiple replacement options and took care of everything, making something that would have been frustrating a seamless experience. We cannot recommend Zicasso and our travel company enough.
Reviewed By Joel L.