6-Day Summer Ring Route of Iceland Small-Group Tour

Discover Iceland’s wonders on a 6-day small-group tour. Explore waterfalls, glaciers, and more. Book extra activities for a personalized adventure.

Duration: 6 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

The Golden Circle

Thingvellir National Park - Explore Þingvellir National Park

Geysir - Discover the Geothermal area of Geysir

Gullfoss Waterfall - Witness Gullfoss waterfall, Iceland’s second most powerful waterfall

The South Coast & Ice Caving

Seljalandsfoss - Experience Seljalandsfoss Waterfall

Skogafoss - Marvel at Skogafoss Waterfall

Reynisfjara Beach - Walk along Reynisfjara, the Black Sand Beach

Katla Ice Cave Kerlingardalsvegur - Embark on our incredible Katla ice cave tour, included in the price, and feel like you’re on another planet!

Dyrholaey - Explore Dyrholaey “island”

Vatnajökull National Park and Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Skaftafell National Park - Visit Skaftafell National Park and join a glacier hike on Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier.

Jokulsarlon - Admire the stunning glacier lagoon at Jökulsárlón and take a boat ride among the icebergs.

Diamond Beach Jokulsarlon - Observe the icebergs on the black sand beach

The East Fjords

Eggin i Gledivik - Visit the renowned outdoor artwork by Sigurdur Gudmundsson, The Eggs in Gledivik.

The North-East of Iceland

Lake Myvatn - Explore the Myvatn area

Dimmuborgir Lava Formations - Discover Dimmuborgir Lava Formations

Námaskarð - Visit Námaskarð Geothermal Area

Dettifoss Waterfall - See Iceland’s most powerful waterfall

Godafoss - Visit Godafoss Waterfalls

North Iceland and back to the City

Akureyri - Visit the charming town of Akureyri

Whale Watching Hauganes - Optional extra: whale watching tour

What's Included
  • Katla ice cave
  • On-board WiFi
  • 5 Night Accommodation
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Breakfast
  • Boat tour in Glacier Lagoon Jokulsarlon
  • Glacier Hike incl. Safety Equipment
  • Hauganes Whale Watching Tour
What's Not Included
  • Lunch and dinner
  • Horseback Riding (contact the Tour Operator to add this Extra)
  • VÖK Baths (contact the Tour Operator to add this Extra)
  • Hiking Boots Rental (4,000 ISK)
  • Waterproof Jacket Rental (3,000 ISK)
  • Waterproof Pants Rental (3,000 ISK)
  • Hat and Gloves Combo with Logo (3,000 ISK)
  • Neck Warmer with Logo (500 ISK)
  • Summer Cap with Logo (1,500 ISK)
  • Luggage Storage (3,000 ISK)
Additional Information

This 6-day tour takes you to the must see Golden Circle route with all its amazing sites. You will see the unbeatable Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir geothermal area and of course the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Thingvellir National Park. Next you will be heading to the much talked about South Coast, where you will explore the unique black sand beach, Reynisfjara and Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. After exploring the Eastfjords, Lake Mývatn awaits with its unique surroundings, you will explore Dimmuborgir lava pillars and then carry on the journey to the capital of the North, Akureyri. From there you will head down south to the capital.

While you enjoy this versatile tour you will have some included activities, like ice cave. glacier hike, boat tour in Jokulsarlon, and whale watching; you will also be able to book extra tours and activities along the way to make your experience even more special, such as horseback riding, visiting VÖK baths hot springs.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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675vishwask
Jul 5, 2024
Wonderful 6-day Ring Road Trip with Johan - We thoroughly enjoyed the trip with Troll to Iceland. We got a small cozy group and a great guide in Johan. The guidelines given to us were good but Johan the local guide took the trip a few notches above excellent due to his knowledge of the country. You could clearly tell that he is loving his job. Throughout the trip he gave us a lot of information and was very knowledgeable regarding any questions we had at all about the culture, history, geography etc. The accommodation was very comfortable every day. The van was also very comfortable. Would highly recommend Troll and Johan as a guide.
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Craigro3335yq
Jul 5, 2024
Joyful memories made in a county of such profound beauty - Had a fantastic experience and felt extremely lucky to have a brilliant guide, Johann looking after our small group on our tour. We also had great instructors and guides throughout. From glacier walking to horse riding. From spectacular waterfalls to puffins, whales and reindeer. This trip had it all.
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Y9339jrannev
Jun 21, 2024
Fantastic tour of Iceland! - We highly recommend Troll Expeditions’ phenomenal 6 day Icelandic tour, and if you are able, do the 8 day tour! On June 9th we boarded the tour van along with 15 others from around the world to see for ourselves the wonders of Iceland. Our Icelandic born and raised tour guide, David Ingi Magnusson, did not disappoint! So knowledgeable and fun loving, he set the tone for the trip and we not only enjoyed all the beauty and wonders of Iceland, we all bonded as a group and enjoyed each other company. We were blessed to have sunny skies for the entire tour. Our favorite places and experiences on the tour: EVERYTHING! Waterfalls, Geysers, Hot Springs, Ice Caves, Glaciers, Glacier Lagoon, Beaches, Mountains, Horseback Riding, Vok Bath, Sheep, Fish and Chips and more!!! Thank you David and Troll!!! Don’t hesitate to book with Troll, you will not be disappointed, you will be amazed!
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Anne_v
Jun 20, 2024
Fantastic tour of Iceland! - We highly recommend Troll Expeditions’ phenomenal 6 day Icelandic tour, and if you are able, do the 8 day tour! On June 9th we boarded the tour van along with 15 others from around the world to see for ourselves the wonders of Iceland. Our Icelandic born and raised tour guide, David Ingi Magnusson, did not disappoint! So knowledgeable and fun loving, he set the tone for the trip and we not only enjoyed all the beauty and wonders of Iceland, we all bonded as a group and enjoyed each other company. We were blessed to have sunny skies for the entire tour. Our favorite places and experiences on the tour: EVERYTHING! Waterfalls, Geysers, Hot Springs, Ice Caves, Glaciers, Glacier Lagoon, Beaches, Mountains, Horseback Riding, Vok Bath, Sheep, Fish and Chips and more!!! Thank you David and Troll!!! Don’t hesitate to with Troll, you will not be disappointed, you will be amazed!
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Shasurita86
Nov 16, 2023
A great experience, John is the best! - I booked the 6-day tour around Route No. 1 with a friend. A very well organized tour. John was our guide. It was the second time for me (first time in December). John is a caring guide, who seeks to please everyone. It was superb and I recommend this tour to everyone. The activities are well chosen and accessible to as many people as possible. John is full of positive energy and his good humor is contagious. He tries to stop at tourist spots and nearby places where there are fewer people, which is very nice. I highly recommend it ! A very nice experience.
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Valentinaso6006aj
Sep 21, 2023
AMAZING‼️ Words cannot convey the natural beauty of this land. Come see it for yourself! - This was an AMAZING tour! We truly appreciate our tour guide. Johann’s gift of bringing us around this island nation’s grandeur thoughtfully and safely made this a fabulous lifetime experience!
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S5337ps_
Sep 18, 2023
Amazing and relaxing journey - The whole trip was very happy and fulfilling. Johann carefully introduced each scenic spot and always cared about everyone's condition. I am very happy that I joined this Iceland tour group. I met many new friends and had a wonderful Iceland vacation.
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U2724hnsandrac
Sep 14, 2023
Awesome Icelandic Adventure 6 days - My husband and I knew of Troll expeditions from a colleague from work. We decided to just do it at the age of 62 and 63. John was our tour guide for 6 beautiful, beautiful adventurous days. He greeted us each morning with his bright smile and famous “My beautiful people” Making each morning a positive beginning regardless if it was a cool windy raining morning. We looked forward to what we would be experiencing each day. John was very good at giving us a good outline of what we would be doing each day. It was very important to be on time so that booked tours were on time with the bus travel to each destination. Plenty of time was spent so you did not feel rushed most of the time. John was very informative and explained each area that was on the itinerary. Someone said in our group that Iceland was more than the word Awesome. Never have I seen such beauty and so many different landscapes. I couldn’t even count how many waterfalls were throughout the whole “Golden Circle” along with the most popular ones that were in view through the journey. John asked us what three activities were most memorable to us: We enjoyed the Ice Cave, whale watching boat ride-we were very surprised that we got to see so many Humpbacks whales so quickly and the Black Diamond Beach with the large icebergs that rolled onto the beach. With the sunlight shining on them they truly look like diamonds sparkling on the black sand. We even met a couple who traveled from South Africa that got engaged that day on the beach. This expedition is not a resting vacation. You are on the go the whole time. So if you are wanting relaxation this probably would not be a good tour choice to choose. There are, Glaciers to climb, rocks and ledges to climb on, lots of stairs to climb up and down. Luckily I have been walking dogs everyday but still felt out of shape but it definitely helped some. Our tour guide John was a very good guide he kept everything upbeat and positive even when it was cold and rainy he told us we still would enjoy the activity regardless of the weather. As long as you were dressed for the weather you would enjoy it. John even took us to some of his own personal special places that he likes to spend time at when he needs to unwind. We are so glad that we decided to visit Iceland and pick the tour with Troll Expeditions. We would of never did so many different activities on our own and stretched our minds and bodies to the extreme doing it ourselves. We also were lucky that we had a smaller group and we all enjoyed being together and helping each other with a helping hand to hold on to, taking each others pictures and giving encouragement and support. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Ruimw
Sep 4, 2023
Most enjoyable six days - The weather is great, maybe we are lucky. The Iceland view is unforgettable, and was so beautiful. most important thing is we have a good guide-Jóhanm, he can tell us many interesting story of iceland as a local. And we only have four people, he always lets us do what we want, like chasing lamps:) These six days are always in the laughing and talking. I think I will never forget.
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653aviana
Apr 4, 2024
Unforgettable 6-Day Northern Lights Winter Tour of Iceland - Despite encountering a road closure due to a blizzard up north, my Small Group 6-Day Northern Lights Winter Tour of Iceland was an unforgettable adventure. Our guide, Iskren, ensured that every moment was memorable. From his dedication to spotting the aurora borealis to his thoughtful gestures like playing our requested songs during road trips, Iskren's attention to detail made the journey exceptional. Although we didn't complete the full circle around Iceland, the camaraderie among fellow travelers and the stunning landscapes made the trip truly special. Despite the setback, this tour exceeded my expectations, offering an authentic Icelandic experience that I'll cherish forever.
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