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HAVE A NICE VACATION!
75 YEARS OF TRAVEL SERVICEFerðaskrifstofa Íslands (FI Travel) has a long and successful history on the travel market in Iceland.
In fact some of our brands can be linked 75 years back in Icelandic tourism. Our incoming-staff
consists of experts with long experience serving the traveller in Iceland.
Hekla Travel in Copenhagen is part of our operation serving the the Scandinavian Market.
GO TO ICELAND offers a wide variety of travel services in co-operation with all the best operators
in each field and we look forward to serving your clients here in Iceland. Our motto is reliability,
good service and a value travel. Ferðaskrifstofa Íslands has also a strong position here in Iceland
on the out-going market with it´s 3 brands; Urval Utsyn, Sumarferdir and Plusferdir.
All of our brands have a distinct voice and target group and manage to reach an audience that
includes practically everyone who is contemplating travel.
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OUTGOING BRANDSINCOMING BRANDS
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OUR AMAZING TOURS ARE HERE!Extended Hotel Tours 5-6
City Breaks 7
Self Drive 7-8
Super Jeep 4x4 Expedition 8-9
Knitting Tours 9
Biking Tours 9
Riding Tours 10-11
Fly & Drive 11
Trekking Tours 12
Greenland Tours 13-14
Iceland by Air - Flight Packages 14-15
Ski Tours 15
Day Tours 16-22
Iceland Map 23
All of our tours have the following sign
that shows the difficulty of the tour. The
difficulty level is rated from 1 to 5.
1: EASYAccessible to all people with good health.
2: MODERATEAccessible to all those in good health, who do some sports regularly, and are used
to all activity.
3: CHALLENGINGSuitable for people that are physically active and have some background in basic
travelling in challenging terrain.
4: DEMANDINGDemands a considerable effort and endurance. Good health and activity experience
is required.
5: STRENUOUSOnly suitabel for people physically and psychologically prepared for highly
engaging experience. Expedition level.
HOW DIFFICULT ARE OUR TOURS?
Difficulty levels
1 2 3 4 5
Easy Strenuous
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Our intention is to sell all the best products available on the travel market in Iceland at each time. We pick our products and partners very carefully to be able to secure reliability and value travel for all our clients.
With our experience and knowledge in the travel industry we are offering a wide range of travel service in Iceland and we hope our operation may assist you in some ways to increase your sale to Iceland.
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Iceland Complete
With so much to discover and explore in Iceland, this comprehensive tour highlights the natural wonders, the majestic landscapes and the unique character of Iceland. This is a classic circle tour that provides the perfect mix of culture and nature.
Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: May 15th - Sep 11th
Departures:Weekly - every Wednesday
Volcanoes & Glaciers
Icebergs, hot springs and volcanoes are plentiful in Iceland. Join this popular tour and discover how the Nature’s forces are shaping the world in its most primal state. Lava fields, volcanoes and the history of Icelandic eruptions will surprise you while accompanying you on your holiday.
Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: May 19th - Sep 15th
Departures:Saturdays
Best of North Iceland
This tour focuses on guided excursions from Akureyri in North Iceland where you will stay five nights. This is a unique tour - with a choice of accommodation from tourist class hotels to superior class hotels, and with a choice of day tours and activities, you can shape the perfect stay in North Iceland.
Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 17th - Aug 17th
Departures:Every second Monday
Country Life
A tour around Iceland that shows you the ever-changing scenery of the Icelandic countryside, with volcanoes, glaciers, rivers, hot springs and waterfalls. This is an ideal tour for those who want to experience the very best of the variety of Icelandic landscape, culture and history in one week
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 9th - Sep 8th
Departures:Every second Sunday
West Fjords in depth
Slow travel at its best. This unique tour is a truly special exploration of Iceland’s western most boundaries. The wilderness is Iceland at its most remote, even by Icelandic standards. Many Icelanders haven’t been there, and most members of the traveling public don’t get there either. But now they can.
Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel (pre & post night included)
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 24th - Aug 12th
Departures: Monday, Jun 24th, Jul 1st, Aug 5th & Aug 12th
EXTENDED HOTEL TOURS
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EXTENDED HOTEL TOURS / CITY BREAKS
Icy and Blue (Reykjavík)Enjoy a break in the City which often is considered the coolest capital in the world and explore the main attractions situated around the capital. Take a trip to the Blue Lagoon and let the natural active ingredients help you relax and renovate body and soul. Join a daytour to the unforgettable Golden Circle enjoying a view over the magnificent waterfall Gullfoss and seeing Geysers shoot warm water up to 30 meters.
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Winter
Departures:Daily
Best of South Iceland
Explore many of the most famous sights in South Iceland from the countryside instead of taking long drives from Reykjavík. This six day tour focuses on guided day excursions from Hella, a small village in South Iceland, where you will stay five nights. Staying in only one hotel means a lot less packing and more free time for you to enjoy.
Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: June 23rd - Aug 23rd
Departures:Every second Sunday
Kingdom of Volcanoes and Glaciers
Discovery of the most beautiful landscapes of South and South – East Iceland. This is an outstanding trip to one of Iceland´s most attractive areas. Geysir hot-spring , Gullfoss waterfall, Skaftafell National Park, Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon.
Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All Year
Departures:Mondays
The Beautiful South
The first part of the tour allows you to discover the beautiful South of Iceland. From the hot springs of the Geysir goethermal area, past the black beaches and cliffs of the south coast with their waterfalls and bird life to the magnificent glacier of Vatnajökull, where we will take you on a glacier walk. Combine this tour with the Magnificent North for a complete all around Iceland tour.
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 25th - Aug 18th
Departures:Every second Tuesday
The Magnificent North
On this discovery round trip of Iceland, you will get to see many of the highlights of this amazing island. Spectacular high mountains are a distinguishing feature of the east where the tour starts. The lake Mývatn area is real treasure surrounded by geological features. The North is also the home of the impressive Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall and the Ásbyrgi canyon. Combine this tour with the Beautiful South for a complete Iceland tour.
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jul 1st - Aug 24th
Departures:Every second Monday
EXTENDED HOTEL TOURS
CITY BREAKS
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EXTENDED HOTEL TOURS / CITY BREAKS
Green and Warm (Reykjavík)Even small and close to the Arctic Circle, Reykjavik is known as the capital with bright nights in the summer and short day at the wintertime. This package includes three daytours where you will be able to enjoy the most attractive places in and around the City. Join a daytour to the unforgettable Golden Circle with a short stay at Thingvellir National Park where you can explore the rift valley that marks the crest of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge.
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Winter
Departures:Daily
Black and White (Reykjavík)Iceland is a country known for it’s true nature. In only five days you will be able to visit few of the most attractive destinations in the capital surrondings. A City sightseeing tour is a detailed and comprehensive introduction to Reykjavik‘s past and present. Your trip includes two other enjoyable tours , and you will still have a day off in Reykjavik and a time to explore the culture in this remarkable and stunning city.
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Winter
Departures:Daily
North and South (Akureyri)
This tour gives you the best of Reykjavík and Akureyri which is known as the capital of the North-Iceland. Enjoy a full day- tour to Lake Mývatn „nature reserve“ where you will visit Dimmuborgir lava-park, Námaskarð thermal area and Mývatn Nature baths and waterfall Goðafoss (fall of the Gods).
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Winter
Departures:Daily
CITY BREAKS / SELFDRIVE
Classic round trip
This package offers variety of the most remarkable places to visit in Iceland in only 8 days. Lake Myvatn, Vatnajökull National Park, the Glacier Lagoon, South shore, Thingvellir and the amazing waterfall Gullfoss and the Geysir area are only few of the highlights of this tour.
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: May 1st - Sep 30th
Departures:Daily
Snæfellsnes & West Fjords
We start by driving around the majestic Snæfellsjökull (glacier) and Volcano and then head to the West Fjords with its untouched and almost uninhabited nature, painted by the midnight sun during the summer. Life moves here on nature’s timetable. The cliffs and valleys are packed with birds, the uninhabited fjords offer silence and tranquility, and the Arctic fox proudly roams the mountains and inlets.
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: May 1st - Sep 30th
Departures:Daily ( on request )
SELF DRIVE
CITY BREAKS
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SELF DRIVE / SUPER JEEP
Family Tour
Our family tours are designed for families with smaller children. Driving distances are limited leaving more time for exploring, touching, playing and having fun. Many children-friendly activities are recommended in our detailed travel itineraries. Multiple night stay at each hotel is ideal for a more relaxing travel style and easier for children to adopt to their new environments.
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: May 1st - Sep 30th
Departures:Daily
Landmannalaugar Adventure & Golden Circle
A winter weekend in Landmannalaugar interior valley of hot springs at Fjallabak in the South Highlands of Iceland. Luxury super Jeep highland adventure with a hotel accommodation. During your mid-night bath session out in the nature you may be seeing the Aurora Borealis .
Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night
Types of Accommodation: Mountain Hut
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Oct 27th - Mar 30th
Departures:One per Month - See Itinerary
South Iceland & Reykjavik
This short break gives you opportunity to explore the south coast on your own. Visiting places such as Skógar museum where time stands still gives you view of Iceland’s past and present. The bird cliffs of Dyrhólaey and Reynisfjara are not to be missed, yet you will still have time to see the magic Gullfoss and visit Geysir areas.
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: May 1st - Sep 30th
Departures:Daily
South Iceland, Reykjavik & Blue Lagoon
This tour takes you along the south coast with it’s many highlights. By passing the beautiful waterfalls, Skógarfoss and Seljalandsfoss including a visit to the magical and colorful Geysir hot spring area and the powerful Gullfoss waterfall, taking a bath in the famous Blue Lagoon, you will get a glimpse of what Iceland has to offer.
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: May 1st - Sep 30th
Departures:Daily
SUPER JEEP / KNITTING / BIKING TOURS
South Iceland, West Iceland & Reykjavik
Highlights of the west and south, such as the historical Thingvellir National Park, the site of a rift valley that marks the crest of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge and where the old parliament was established in 930. In Borgarfjörður you will find Deildartunguhver, the most powerful hot spring in Europe.
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: May 1st - Sep 30th
Departures:Daily
SELF DRIVE
SUPER JEEP
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Highlands & Hot Springs
The aim is to take a bath in as many hot springs as possible while at the same time enjoying the wild nature of the Icelandic highlands. Our route takes us between all sorts of pools, from remote small and unknown natural pools without any facilities at all to a large world known phenomenon, the Blue Lagoon.
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Types of Accommodation: Guesthouse / Mountain Hut
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 25th - Sep 9th
Departures:One per Month - See Itinerary
Nature and Northern Lights
On this highland adventure tour you get to see the best of the south in just 4 days. Endless black sand beaches contrast with the coastal mountains, glaciers, geysers and the waterfalls. A visit to Gullfoss and Geysir, and adventurous rides into both the valley of Landmannalaugar and Þórsmörk are the highlights of this tour.
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Oct 1st - May 13th
Departures:One per Month - See Itinerary
SUPER JEEP / KNITTING / BIKING TOURSSUPER JEEP
KNITTING TOURS
BIKING TOURS
Iceland’s Best Single - Tracks
“Endura action“ , tracking Iceland´s best single tracks. Three fun-filled biking days with action for the adventurous bike . Acess is by super-jeep , minimizing the uphill to get the best of the each day.
Duration: 3 Days / 2 nights
Types of Accommodation: Guesthouses
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 27th - Sep 19th
Departures:Jun 27th, Aug 22nd, Sep 9th and Sep 19th.
Fjallabak Bike Tour
Self guided highland mountain bike tour which includes many adventures to name a few, Laugavegur-trek, Landmannalaugar thermal area, Þórsmörk valley, Fjallabak mountain hike and Seljalandsfoss waterfall.
Duration: 3 Days / 2 nights
Types of Accommodation: Huts
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jul 1st - Aug 29th
Departures:Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays
Hiking and knitting with the Elves
Knitting and hiking in the East and South - West always in the vicinity of some of Icelands most beautiful landscape and nature reserves. Included is a local flight from Reykjavík right across the Icelandic highland.
Duration: 8 Days / 7 nights
Types of Accommodation: Guesthouses / Mountain hut
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: June
Departures:June 22nd
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RIDING TOURS
Horse Round Up - Víðidalstungurétt
Join the farmers in this great autumn adventure. Ride along when they drive the herd, sort the horses and celebrate the successful return of horses and men. The varied terrain includes the highland moors, green valleys just turning into their autumn colours of burning red and yellow, deep blue lakes and rivers and Kolugljúfur gorge where a troll woman resided in the old days.
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel accom-modation in shared rooms / DBL rooms with bed linen
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: October
Departures:October 1st
Beach And Mountain RideThe Snæfellsnes Peninsula stretches out into the west of Iceland. You can find many features of the Icelandic nature in this part of the country. At Stóri-Kálfalækur Farm we start our ride into the mountains and enjoy the colors of nature in Hítardalur valley. Through lava fields and along hillsides we ride down to the shore and continue our ride on the beach.
Duration: 5 Days / 4 nights
Types of Accommodation: Shared, two nights with bed linen and 2 nights in sleep-ing bags
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun - Aug
Departures:Jun 16th & Aug 25th
Gullfoss Geysir Southern Comfort
There is no better way to visit the hot springs area of Geysir and the Golden Waterfall – Gullfoss – than by riding through the lovely countryside of South Iceland. This popular tour is ideal for families and those who do not have the required riding experience for our highland tours.
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel / 2-4 bed units with shared facilities, rooms with pri-vate facilities. (pre & post night included)
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 1st - Aug 24th
Departures:Saturdays
Riding under Northern Lights
Autumn in Iceland means a colorful countryside and Northern Lights dancing in the black night sky. Enjoy visiting the best known sights in Iceland, riding the Icelandic horse along fine bridle paths and viewing dazzling Northern Lights after a good day in the saddle.
Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel / 2-4 bed units with shared facilities, rooms with pri-vate facilities. (pre & post night included)
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Sep 19th - Oct 24th
Departures:Thursdays
Horse Round Up - Skrapatungurétt
The ancient tradition of rounding up horses is only kept alive in the North of Iceland. A short first ride is already scheduled on the arrival day from our Riding Centre in Hafnarfjörður. This is a good opportunity to get to know the Icelandic horse and prepare for the coming days. The additional four riding days take place in the North.
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel accom-modation in shared rooms, 2 – 4 bed units at the farm.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: September
Departures:September 11th
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RIDING / FLY & DRIVE TOURSRIDING TOURS
FLY & DRIVE TOURS
Countryside Riding Adventure
If you are not ready for many days in the saddle, yet an outdoor person with a basic knowledge of riding and good stamina, this tour might be what you are looking for. We follow fine bridle paths to the magnificent sights of Iceland, Geysir Hot Spring area and Gullfoss Waterfall.
Duration: 3 Days / 2 nights
Types of Accommodation: 2-bed units, beds with bed linen, shared facilities
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 10th - Aug 12th
Departures:Mondays - See Itinerary
South Coast
This tour starts with domestic flight from Reykjavik to Höfn, where you pick up your car, and start driving back to Reykjavik, visiting the magnificent Glacial Lagoon under the rim of Vatnajökull glacier. This journey is full of surprises all the way with glacial features and sandy coast.
Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night
Types of Accommodation: Own choice
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation:: Jun 1st - Aug 31st
Departures: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
North Coast
A morning flight from Reykjavik to Akureyri where your car awaits you, the tour starts by travelling along the North coast, on your own pace, which gives you the opportunity to enjoy numerous nature wonders and beauty spots. Visit Lake Myvatn, Godafoss (waterfall) and the small villages which lie along the coast!
Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night
Types of Accommodation: Own choice
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation:: May 1st - Sep 30th
Departures: Daily
West Coast
Start this tour by taking a morning flight from Reykjavik to Ísafjörður, where you pick up your car. The tour continues along the Westfjords which symbolize unspoiled and untouched nature where agriculture and fishing is the main sector. Be prepared for endless scenery and beautiful nature in this remote quiet wonderland.
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Night
Types of Accommodation: Own choice
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation:: May 1st - Sep 30th
Departures: Daily
East Coast
Take a domestic flight from Reykjavik to Egilsstadir and start driving from east to south. East with its many fjords, and their characteristic landscape resemble quite another world. On your way back to Reykjavik you pass the famous Vatnajökull, the biggest glacier in Europe.
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Night
Types of Accommodation: Own choice
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation:: May 1st - Sep 30th
Departures: Daily
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TREKKING TOURS
Hiking at the End of the World
A visit to the deserted farmlands of the North Eastern inlets. The closeness to the ocean sets its mark on this tour. This combination of mountains and ocean is what makes this trek unique.
Duration: 5 Days / 4 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hostel / Moun-tain huts
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jul 3rd - Aug 14th
Departures:Wednesdays (except Jul 24th)
Landmannalaugar - Þórsmörk
The famous Laugavegur trek leads from the geothermal valley of Landmannalaugar in the southern highlands, south to Þórsmörk valley, at the foot of world famous Eyjafjallajökull volcano. The trail lies through yellow rhyolite mountains, over black deserts, past great canyons and into the verdurous valley of Þórsmörk.
Duration: 5 Days / 4 nights
Types of Accommodation: Mountain huts
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 17th - Sep 9th
Departures:See Itinerary
Þórsmörk - Skógar
Trek over Iceland’s most recent lavafield ( 2010). Along with the Laugavegur trek, the hike over Fimmvörðuháls is probably the best known in Iceland. The trail goes from the nature reserve of Þórsmörk , up between the two glaciers , onto and then over the recently formed lava ,passing right by the two new craters.
Duration: 3 Days / 2 nights
Types of Accommodation: Mountain huts
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 21st - Sep 6th
Departures:Fridays
Landmannalaugar - Skógar
By combining two of Iceland’s best known hikes you get an unbelievable seven day trek through incredibly diverse landscape. From the famous geothermal area of Landmannalaugar to Skógar, this path takes us over multicolored hills and black sands, along small gullies and great canyons, through verdurous valleys, between glaciers, and past waterfalls.
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Types of Accommodation: Mountain huts
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 17th - Sep 2nd
Departures:Mondays
In the Shadow of Vatnajökull
A lightweight backpacking from Snæfellsnes to Lónsöræfi nature reserve. This tour offers the experience of the rugged landscapes to the east of the Vatnajökull glacier the largest in Europe. Reindeer roam freely in this remote wilderness and are vary of humans.
Duration: 5 Days / 4 nights
Types of Accommodation: Mountain huts
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jul 8th - Aug 26th
Departures:Mondays (except Jul 29th & Aug 19th)
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TREKKING TOURS
In the footsteps of Erik the Red
Southern Greenland is a fantastic hiking area offering a great variety in landscape, everything from the rugged glacier to the soft beach pebbles and a whole lot in between. On this tour we will be hiking over hills and heaths, along old sheep paths and beach trails at the foot of the world’s largest glacier,
Duration: 10 Days / 9 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hostels
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 27th - Aug 8th
Departures:Thursdays
Terre Polaire
The east coast of Greenland around Tasiilaq is one of the most spectacular places on this great island. Everywhere high peaks surround us and long deep fjords decorated with icebergs cut between innumerable small islands. On this amazing tour we will explore different areas with hikes setting out from our base camps, and occasionally climb some easy peaks to enjoy the fascinating views.
Duration: 12 Days / 11 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hostels / Base camp hiking
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jul 8th - Aug 19th
Departures:Every second Monday
GREENLAND TOURS
Fjords, Glaciers and Peaks
This extraordinary trip takes you to some of the most remote and wild places in Greenland. Here the mountains are steeper and higher than in most other parts of this huge island, and the local Inuits stay close to their origin still depending on fishing and hunting for their survival. Deep fjord systems and floating icebergs create the perfect arctic atmosphere for an unforgettable journey.
Duration: 12 Days / 11 nights
Types of Accommodation: Trekking in tents
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jul 1st - Aug 12th
Departures:Every second Monday
Sailing in Scoresbysund
On this tour you get to experience the arctic in a completely different way-on a schooner! The Scoresby Sound fjord system extends to 350 kilometers inland with numerous fjords branching off in all directions. Travelling by boat is a great way to explore this remote region.
Duration: 8 Days / 7 nights
Types of Accommodation: On board
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Aug 3rd - Aug 10th
Departures:Saturdays
Ammassalik
Ammassalik is known to local residents as Tasiilaq which in East Greenlandic means something resembling a lake.It is the largest village in East Greenland with about 1,400 residents. The town has a picturesque setting in a fjord surrounded by high mountains and bisected by a small river that flows through the town. Since it is only just over 100 years since the first Europeans came to the area, the traditional Inuit culture still plays an important role in day-to-day life.
Duration: 3 Days / 2 nights
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 1st - Aug 31st
Departures:Daily (except Sundays)
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GREENLAND / ICELAND BY AIR
A Historical Tour of the Westman Islands
Departing from Reykjavík, we take a 20 minute flight to Westman Islands where you’ll be taken on a guided coach tour of the island, viewing a volcanic crater, still-warm lava and half-buried houses from the island’s infamous 1973 volcanic eruption.
Duration: 10 hrs weekdays
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Departures:Daily
Splendid Simplicity - Vatnajökull Glacier
Daytour by Air to Europe’s largest glacier, and the famous Glacier Lagoon, visiting Höfn in Hornafjördur, a young town partially framed by Vatnajökull Glacier, larger than all other glaciers in Europe combined. This glacier and its various tongues flow along steep mountainsides, gently dominating the region’s coastline.
Duration: 11 hrs
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: May - Sep
Departures:Mondays, Wednesday, Fridays
Ilullissat
Ilulissat (Jakobshavn), in the north of Greenland, has become one of Greenland’s biggest tourist destinations with its awe-inspiring scenery and dramatic sounds of glaciers breaking off into the sea. The 56 km long Ilulissat Icefjord that is filled with enormous icebergs from the most productive glacier in the northern hemisphere, Sermeq Kujalleq, is located in the center of Disco Bay and is on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
Duration: Your own choice
Types of Accommodation: Hotel
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 1st - Aug 31st
Departures:Daily (except Sundays)
Back Streets of Isafjörður
Ísafjörður has towering mountains on either side, providing the perfect shelter for a lively harbour and a perfect setting for it’s little over 3,000 inhabitants. The town has for centuries been the largest fishing village in the area. This tour gives you the glimpse of the traditional every day life in Ísafjörður.
Duration: 10 hrs
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 10th - Aug 23rd
Departures:Daily except Sundays
GREENLAND TOURS
ICELAND BY AIR
Kulusuk Tour
Only a two-hour flight from Reykjavik will take us to Greenland’s beautiful East Coast, home of the Ammassalik Inuit. Kulusuk is the gateway to East Greenland and the small settlement is an excellent introduction to the way of life in a settlement in the Ammassalik area. Kulusuk lies on a small rocky island between saw-toothed mountains and extensive fjords, and it is almost always surrounded by icebergs and a glittering Arctic Ocean.
Duration: Daytour
Types of Accommodation: N/A
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation:: Jun 1st - Aug 31st
Departures:Daily (except Sundays)
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GREENLAND / ICELAND BY AIR
Ice and Fire, Glaciers and Volcanoes
This is a magnificent tour over the world-famous Eyjafjallajökull glacier and volcano. We fly over the site of the 2010 eruption and witness up close the effects of this powerful natural wonder. Other places of interest en route include Hekla,; Thingvellir National Park, site of the world’s oldest parliament; Geysir, the Gullfoss waterfall; Thórsmörk Nature Reserve; and the rhyolite peaks of Landmannalaugar.
Duration: 6 Days / 5 nights
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: 1:15 - 1:45 hrs
Departures:Daily
ICELAND BY AIR / SKI TOURS
Local Food and Gourmet
Discover the very best of local North Icelandic production. During our visit to various interesting destinations through the Akureyri area we will meet enthusiastic local food producers, farmers, fishermen and brewers where they will share their gastronomic knowledge with you and we can taste the products.
Duration: 10 - 11 hrs
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jul 1st - Aug 12th
Departures:Jul - Aug: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays. Sep - Jun: Thursdays
Lake Mývatn Tour
After a morning flight to Akureyri, a day of spectacular sights await us. We set out from Akureyri to the twin waterfall Godafoss, named after the pagan idols thrown into it a thousand years ago. Europe’s largest bird sanctuary is next, Lake Myvatn where species breed among the mystical blend of lush vegetation and lava spires.
Duration: 10 - 11 hrs
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation:: All year
Departures: Jun - Sep: Daily. Oct - May: Mon, Wed and Fridays
ICELAND BY AIR
SKI TOURS
Mountains and Fjords of the North
Alpine skiing tour, just below the Arctic circle where Iceland´s longest fjord Eyjafjörður is located with Akureyri town surrounded with numerous summits ranging from 1200 to 1500 meters ( 4000-4900feet) above sea level.
Duration: 6 Days / 5 nights
Types of Accommodation: Sleeping bag accommodation
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Mar 18th - April 29th
Departures:Every second Monday
Landmannalaugar in Winter
Cross-country ski tour in Landmannalaugar , which is the base camp for this circuit is known to summer guests for landscapes and amazing geothermal activity, but in winter the region regains it´s calm and serenity and this landscape of ravines and canyons becomes even more memorable with it´s steam clouds.
Duration: 6 Days / 5 nights
Types of Accommodation: Mountain Huts
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Feb 25th - Apr 8th
Departures:Feb 25th, Mar 11th, Apr 8th
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Walk through ice and fire
A tour that combines two of Iceland‘s high-lights; Hot springs and glaciers.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 1st - Sep 30th
Duration: 10 - 11 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - 08:30
Walk on the Ice side
A glacier walk is a great way to experience Iceland Nature.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 9 - 10 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - 08:30
Whale Watching
Experience an exciting 3 hour whale watch-ing tour.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 3 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - Summer: 08:55, 12:55 & 16:55
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Horses and Glaciers
A combination of horseback riding and Glacier walking.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 1st - Sep 30th
Duration: 10 - 11 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily (except Mondays) - 08:30
Glacier Walk & Northern Lights
Day tour visiting Eyjafjallajökull eruption centre and hunting the Northern Lights.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Sep 15th - Aug 31st Duration: 11 - 12 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - 11:30
Hot Spring and Lava Cave
You will be taken to the famous Hengill Volcano and down to the Icelandic under-ground.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Apr 1st - Oct 31st
Duration: 6 - 7 hrs
Departure dates & time:Mon, Wed, Fri and Sun - 09:30
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Golden Circle and Glacier walk
Discover the highlights of Icelandic nature on the Golden Circle route.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 15th - Aug 31st
Duration: 11 - 12 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - 08:30
Essential Iceland
Enjoy an amazing tour through a landscape of extreme contrasts.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 9 - 11 hrs
Departure dates & time:Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun - 08:30
Mt.Hekla & Landmannalaugar
An unforgettable tour through the most rugged terrain in the southern highlands.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 15th - Oct 31st
Duration: 12 hrs
Departure dates & time:Wed, Fri, Sat and Sun - 08:00
ACTIVITY / RIDING ACTIVITY / GLACIER ACTIVITY / GLACIER
ACTIVITY SUPER JEEP SUPER JEEP
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Þórsmörk Glacier Valley
A visit to Þórsmörk Glacier Valley, which is named after the mighty pagan God Thor.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Apr 15th - Oct 31st
Duration: 9 - 11 hrs
Departure dates & time:Tue, Thu and Sun - 08:30
The Ultimate Golden Circle
An unusual take on a classic theme – Þingvellir, Gullfoss and Geysir with a 4x4 Jeep safari.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Jun 15th - Oct 31st
Duration: 12 hrs
Departure dates & time:Mon, Wed, Fri and Sun - 08:00
The Classic Golden Circle
The first stop on this tour is Þingvellir National Park, home of Iceland‘s ancient Viking parliament.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 8 - 9 hrs Departure dates & time:Sat - 08:30
Gullfoss - Geysir
Don’t miss out on the fascinating experience the Golden Circle gives you.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 8 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - 9:00
Gullfoss - Geysir direct
A shortcut to two of Iceland’s most famous landmarks. The waterfall Gullfoss and the hot spring area at Geysir.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 5 1/2 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - 12:30
Northern Lights Tour
An unforgettable experience. There is nothing more breathtaking than seeing the Northern Lights dancing around the sky.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: Sep 1st - Apr 15th
Duration: 3 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - 21:00 or 22:00 depending on season
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Reykjavik Grand Excursions
A detailed and comprehensive introduction to Reykjavik’s past and present.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 3 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - 13:00
Wonders of Snæfellsnes
The Snæfellsnes peninsula in Iceland’s West is almost like a miniature of the whole country.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 12 hrs
Departure dates & time:May 27th - Sep 8th - Wed, Sat, Sun - 08:00 Sep 9th - May 26th Sat. - 08:00
The Golden Circle & Fontana Steam Bath
This tour is ideal for those who want to combine history, natural phenomena and relaxation.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 9 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - 09:00
Nature Comfort
A comfortable riding along bushy hillsides and moss covered lava fields.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 2 - 3 hrs (1 hr riding)
Departure dates & time:Daily - 13:00 & 16:30
Blue Lagoon
There is no better way to start or end your Iceland adventure then by bathing in the famous Blue Lagoon.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: Your own choice
Departure dates & time:Your own choice
South Shore Adventure
We travel along the South coast of Iceland as far as Vík, s amall charming village. Surrounded by beautiful high bird cliffs.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 10 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - 09:00
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Horses and Blue Lagoon
Excellent combination of riding and relaxing the muscles afterwards.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All Year
Duration: Your choice
Departure dates & time:Daily - 10:00 & 14:00
Viking Tour Express
Riding on excellent riding paths, crossing Kaldá river or into Heiðmörk Nature park.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All Year
Duration: 5 hrs (3 hrs riding)
Departure dates & time:Daily - 13:00
Viking Tour
For experienced riders who want to test the strength of the Icelandic horse.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All Year
Duration: 7 - 8 hrs (4 1/2 hr riding)
Departure dates & time:Daily - 10:00
Lava Tour
Riding through lava fields and along beautiful green hillsides
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 3 hrs (1 1/2 hr riding)
Departure dates and timeDaily - 10:00 & 14:00
Horses and Gullfoss - Geysir
A two hour riding tour before visiting Geysir hot spring and Gullfoss waterfall.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 7 - 8 hrs (2 hrs riding)
Departure dates & time:Daily - 10:00
Horses and whales
Meet the biggest animals in Iceland in one day.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 7 - 8 hrs (2 hrs riding)
Departure dates & time:Daily - 10:00 and Jul & Aug - 14:00
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The Blue Lava Tour
Combination of riding tour through lava fields and snorkeling in Thingvellir National Park.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 7 - 8 hrs (2 hrs riding)
Departures:Daily - 10:00
Horses and Hiking
First enjoy the strength of the Icelandic Horse and then take a 2 hour walk.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 6 - 7 hrs (2 hrs riding)
Departures:Daily - 14:00
The Black Lava Tour
After a two hour riding tour, explore a 2200 year old lava cave.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year Duration: 7 - 8 hrs (2 hrs riding)
Departures:Summer: - Tue, Fri, Sun - 10:00. Winter: - Daily - 10:00
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Golden Circle Super Jeep Safari
Rafting / Gullfoss & Geysir - River rafting trip down Hvitá river, following a visit to Gullfoss waterfall and Geysir area.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: May 1st - Sep 15th
Duration: 10 - 11 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - 08:30
River Fun
Rafting - In just one hour drive from Reykja-vik, Hvita river is perfect for rafting.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: May 1st - Sep 30th
Duration: 7 - 8 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - 08:00 & 12:00
Fjord Serenity
Kayaking - A sea kayaking tour on the serene and beautiful Hvalfjörður fjord.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: May 15th - Sep 15th
Duration: 5 - 6 hrs
Departure dates & time:Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat. - 09:00
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River Ride
Rafting on Canoes - Challenging adventure in Hvita river, a perfect mix of challenging your body and brighten your soul.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: May 1st - Sep 30th
Duration: 7 - 8 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - 08:00 & 12:00
Deep into the Blue
Diving - Dive in Silfra fissure, where the continents meet! One of the best dives the world has to offer.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 6 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily 09:00 (Nov 20th - Jan 20th 10:00)
Mountain Ride
ATV - Quad biking on the mountainous Hellisheiði lava plateau.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 3 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - 09:00
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Into the Blue
Snorkeling - Snorkeling in Silfra fissure, one of Iceland’s best kept secrets.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 4 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - 14:00
Black and Blue
Cave and Snorkeling - A combo tour of caving in an Icelandic lavatub and snorkeling in Silfra fissure.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 7 hrs
Departure dates & time:Daily - 09:00
Family Adventure
We care for children. A tour for young horse lovers, riding calm and easy horses.
Level: 1 2 3 4 5
Operation: All year
Duration: 1/2 hr
Departure dates & time:Daily 13:00
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Ferðaskrifstofa Íslands (FI Travel) has a long and successful history on the travel market in Iceland. In fact some of our brands can be linked 75 years back in Icelandic tourism. Our incoming-staff consists of experts with long experience serving travellers in Iceland.
It’s our goal in the incoming department to have all the best products available on the travel market in Iceland at each time. We pick our products and partners very carefully to be able to secure reliability and value travel for all our clients.
About us:
Ferðaskrifstofa Íslands | Lágmúla 4, 108 Reykjavík | Tel: + 354 585 4000 | www.fitravel.is