Private 5 Day Iceland Adventure with Photos

Experience Iceland on a fully private multi-day adventure in a modified Land Rover Defender with an experienced local guide and professional photographer. Explore waterfalls, glaciers, black sand beaches, volcanic landscapes, remote Highlands roads, and hidden locations across Iceland while enjoying a flexible itinerary designed around weather and your travel style. Professional photos are included throughout the journey, with northern lights opportunities during the season if conditions allow.

Tour options

Itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1 — The South Coast

   • walk behind the cascading waterfall, fed by the Eyjafjallajökull glacier
   • one of Iceland’s most powerful waterfalls, with a 60m drop and frequent rainbows on sunny days
   • Basalt columns formed by cooling lava, with powerful and unpredictable Atlantic waves
   • A winding canyon carved at the end of the last Ice Age, with moss-covered cliffs and featured in Game of Thrones

   Stay overnight at Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon, featuring outdoor hot tubs and amazing views

2. 2

   Day 2 — Glacier Adventure

   • Crystal Ice Cave (Oct–Apr) or Glacier Hike (May–Sep) – explore Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, with ever-changing blue ice formations in winter or guided glacier walks in summer
   • A naturally formed lagoon where icebergs break off from Breiðamerkurjökull and drift slowly toward the Atlantic Ocean
   • Ice fragments from the lagoon wash ashore on black volcanic sand, creating a striking contrast
   • A hidden canyon shaped by glacial rivers, offering elevated views over glaciers and surrounding peaks

   Stay overnight at Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon, featuring outdoor hot tubs and amazing views

3. 3

   Day 3 — Hidden Gems Of The South

   • A striking glacier tongue of Vatnajökull, known for its jagged ice formations and deep crevasses formed by constant glacier movement
   • A naturally formed cave shaped by volcanic processes, famous for its Yoda-like silhouette when viewed from inside
   • A former volcanic island offering dramatic cliffs, a massive sea arch, and nesting puffins in summer
   • A hidden waterfall where you can walk behind the cascade, located in a quiet gorge often missed by most visitors

   Stay overnight at Hótel Rangá, a luxury countryside hotel known for excellent dining and northern lights views.

4. 4

   Day 4 — The Golden Circle

   • Home to the erupting Strokkur geyser, shooting water up to 20–30 meters
   • One of Iceland’s most powerful and iconic waterfalls, plunging in two dramatic tiers
   • A unique greenhouse restaurant serving fresh tomato-based dishes grown year-round using geothermal energy
   • A colorful volcanic crater lake formed around 3,000 years ago
   • Walk between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates

   Stay overnight at Hótel Hamar, a peaceful countryside hotel surrounded by scenic landscapes near Borgarnes.

5. 5

   Day 5 — Snæfellsnes Peninsula

   • Iceland’s most iconic mountain, often photographed with the nearby waterfalls
   • Coastal cliffs shaped by volcanic forces, with dramatic rock formations and sweeping ocean views
   • Visit Lóndrangar, dramatic basalt sea stacks rising from Iceland’s rugged Snæfellsnes coastline beneath Snæfellsjökull Glacier.
   • A historic black church set against open volcanic landscapes

   Accommodation not included for this night. Drop-off in Reykjavík after the tour. You will arrange your own accommodation

What's included

• ✓On-board WiFi
• ✓Experienced Local Guide
• ✓Professional Photography Included
• ✓Private transportation
• ✓Northern Lights Hunt (Seasonal)
• ✓Surcharges on fuel

Not included

• ✗Meals

What to expect

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Languages