Iceland's Wild Wonders
Iceland
Hiking, a day of horseback riding, and culture
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Iceland's Wild Wonders is a visit to the land of fire and ice and so much more! As one of the most geologically active areas on earth, this small country has big sights to see. With super friendly locals, jaw-dropping scenery, and hot springs galore, a trip to Iceland is always a delight. Our eight days will be packed: we'll tour Reykjavik, walk amongst glaciers, ride Icelandic horses, sail through a glacial lagoon, spot migrating Minke and Humpback whales, and see evidence of Iceland's geothermal activity in all its many forms, from geysers to volcanoes. During the day there is plenty of Icelandic highlights that are full of adventure, and spend your nights sleeping in comfy and luxurious lodgings every night. We will explore both the wonderful capital of Reykjavik as well as discovering the natural landscape of the southwest peninsula, so we get the best of both worlds with this trip!
Maximum group size: 14
Highlights
- Experience nearly endless daylight just below the Arctic Circle at midsummer
- Soak like a local in Iceland’s iconic Blue Lagoon and Sky Lagoon
- Spot Minke and Humpback whales at the peak of migration
- Indulge in gourmet, freshly prepared meals daily
- Stay in charming fishing villages with centuries-old heritage
- Sail through the breathtaking landscapes of a Glacial Lagoon
Inclusions
- A local, English speaking guide and an AGC guide (depending on group size)
- 7 nights double occupancy lodging
- All meals from dinner the first day to breakfast on the last, except for one dinner in Reykjavik on Day 6
- Blue Lagoon and Sky Lagoon entrance fees
- All transportation (private bus, ferry, private boat) within Iceland
- Lava Show in Vik
- All entrance fees and activities as described in the itinerary
Not included: Transportation to/from Reykjavik (KEF), meals excluded from the itinerary, alcoholic beverages, guide gratuities and travel insurance.
Trip Info
This trip is designed for active women in good physical condition who want to combine hiking and sightseeing off the beaten track in Iceland; learning about its history and local culture, visiting glaciers and natural areas, all while savoring the local cuisine. A rating of 2 is suitable for any woman who regularly walks at a brisk pace 3 to 4 days a week for 35 - 45 minutes. These trips typically involve 3 to 5 hours of daily activity on hilly terrain.
Rating: 1 [2] 3 4 5
This multi-sport trip is a combination of adventurous activity with learning about history and culture. You can expect hiking, horseback riding, hot springs soaking, and a leisurely sail in a protected lagoon. All activities are at an easy to moderate level and suitable for both those with and without experience.
No camping required! Rewind and relax from your adventure filled days in comfortable and luxurious hotels. While in Reykjavik, we will be staying in a centrally located hotel, with ensuite bathrooms. While traveling the countryside, we will be staying in smaller, locally run hotels with ensuite bathrooms.
Trip Resources
Below is the proposed itinerary for the trip. As is true on any adventure travel trip, plans for any specific day may be modified due to weather considerations, unforeseen circumstances, new opportunities, and group interests.
Overnight: Skuggi Hotel, or similar, Reykjavik (D)
Overnight: Skuggi Hotel, or similar, Reykjavik (B, L, D)
Overnight: Hotel Stracta (B, L, D)
Overnight: Hotel Laki (B, L, D)
Overnight: Hotel Laki (B, L, D)
Overnight: Hotel Skuggi (B, L)
Accommodation: Hotel Skuggi (B, L, D)
4.8
(18 reviews)*These are the unfiltered reviews of women who have been on this trip in answer to the question "What made this trip special for you?". We take reviews very seriously and often tweak itineraries based on feedback. Please feel free to contact us about any questions you have.
This has been my favorite trip so far. The sites and sounds of Iceland are amazing. The hotels were perfect, the food was excellent, and all the guides were so much fun!A trip of a lifetime!
Superb guides, a great group of supportive women, otherworldly landscapes interspersed with gorgeous waterfalls, glacial lagoons and black sand/stone beaches. Enjoyed a truly fun ride on an Icelandic horse and kept a watchful eye out for a mountain troll! GREAT trip!
Iceland is an amazing place. The trip included diverse activities that highlighted many of its unique aspects. This trip had wonderful guides, a great group of participants, and many fantastic activities. Wonderful
Unique landscapes , our group and our guides.
1. The Iceland landscape was more than I could imagine experiencing: learning about how the island came to be, the economy, icelandic horses (LOVED), standing on both the tectonic plates (blew my mind!). 2. Icelandic meals: loved all the fish & lamb. 3. Size of the group. 10 is just a great size for this trip. really gave us an chance to get to know each other. 4. Jenny & Vigga: a great combination and dynamic between these two guides.
The country Iceland. It’s in my bucket list. Been to 7 continents and it’s the it country right now.
To become immersed in the wonders of Iceland for a week was magical!
Great guides, hikes, food. Cool to go off road to the park hike. Many don’t do that.
The variety of activities and the guides.
We stayed busy the entire time. Lainie was excellent and so organized, she handled requests like golfing quickly and efficiently. She and our local guide Vigga kept us well informed.
Traveling with my sister where I didn't have to any of the planning. It was awesome to know that we were on the inaugural trip and that our guide had not done all the activities we were doing.
This trip was made special by the scenery and landscape of Iceland. It was just breathtaking. We also had a group of ladies that quickly bonded with each other and enjoyed discovering Iceland together. Also I had the company of my sister to make this trip extra special!
The scenery in Iceland is varied and gorgeous! Every foray into the country presented us with more jaw dropping beauty! We had so Many experiences from lagoons to waterfalls to glaciers, on land and on the sea! The food was amazing and the lodging perfect. As usual on an AGC trip-the other women on the trip were great. Our AGC guide, Lainie, was just wonderful. Calm, fun, knowledgeable, interesting and always going the extra mile for us. Our Icelandic guide, Vigga, shared her love for Iceland with us every day and told great stories while also sharing good information about historical and present day Iceland. Always felt safe with our bus driver, Oskar, who has mad skills!
Wide variety of activities
Really enjoyed all the things we saw and did. I loved being out in the wide open spaces.
The variety of activities and wonderful guides.
This was my first AGC trip and I can honestly say that everything was terrific. All the details, large and small, were taken care of throughout the trip. Our leader was great as was our local guide. The itinerary was busy and we were constantly on the move to see one more beautiful area than the next. Our group of women got along well and we had fun.
- Where do we eat?
Your breakfasts will be buffets at the hotels where you're staying. Dinners will be in restaurants with primarily set menus. If you are a vegetarian, you may want to pack additional protein rich snacks. Lunches may either be picnics or in restaurants. -
What dietary preferences or restrictions can you accommodate on this trip?
If we know well in advance, we can accommodate vegetarian, lactose-free, and gluten-sensitive diets. We cannot guarantee a completely gluten-free diet and we cannot provide a kitchen guaranteed to be free of cross-contamination. If you are vegan, we ask that you bring some additional protein bars; and if you are gluten-sensitive, please bring some gluten-free snacks. If you have severe allergies, Celiac disease and/or other significant dietary restrictions, please call the office before you register. -
I will be coming by myself. Do I need to pay a single supplement?
You only need to pay a single supplement if you want to guarantee you have your own room. Otherwise we’ll pair you up with someone and then switch roommates every time we switch lodging.
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