Iceland: The Golden Circle & Ring Road
11 days, 6 cities | From $6,219 $5,219 before flights($1,000 off) | Estimated biweekly payments as low as $373
Why go?
This is it. This is the ultimate Iceland itinerary. You’ll leave no stone unturned, no glacier un-gawked, and no waterfall un-admired. If it’s on your Iceland bucket list, it’s probably on this trip.
What you'll get
- Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book ’em yourself)
- 9 nights in handpicked accommodations
- 9 breakfasts
- 2 lunches
- 3 dinners
- Expert Tour Director
- 24/7 support
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon cruise
- Entrance to Mývatn Nature Bath
- Insider tours of Siglufjörður and Víðgelmir lava tube
Picture yourself
- Oohing and aahing your way around the Golden Circle
- Indulging in the ultimate spa moment at the Blue Lagoon
- Exploring waterfalls, glaciers, and more along Ring Road
- Sticking your feet in black sand on Iceland’s south coast
- Spotting whales as you cruise through a fjord
Which trip type is right for you?
Essential: Room with 3+ other travelers in conveniently located hostels. For budget-conscious extroverts who love a group moment.
Plus: Room with just one other person in 3- or 4-star hotels. Perfect for people who value privacy and recharging in their own space.
Itinerary
Day 1: Overnight flight
Board your overnight flight, bound for Iceland. Sit back, relax, and learn how to say ‘vaðlaheiðarvegavinnuverkfærageymsluskúraútidyralyklakippuhringur’, the longest word in Icelandic.
Day 2: Arrive in Reykjavik + Welcome Dinner
Welcome to Iceland, the "Land of Fire and Ice,” and the home of active volcanoes, striking glaciers, really tall people descended from Vikings, and really tiny horses.
- Meet an EF representative and fellow travelers as they arrive at the airport.
- Transfer to your hotel to check in and check out your room.
- Get familiar with Reykjavik on an introductory walk with your Tour Director through the Old Town Center.
- Enjoy a Welcome Dinner with fellow travelers at an authentic local spot.
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Accommodations
We handpick every accommodation and focus on locations and properties where local culture is at your doorstep. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used properties for this tour.
Hotel Klettur
This contemporary hotel is located in the Hlíðar neighborhood of Reykjavik. Guests will enjoy a sleekly designed common space, comfortable rooms, and a modern hotel bar. Nearby guests will find the ever-instagramable Rainbow...
Hotel Nordurland
This hotel is located near the shores of Eyjafjörður in Akureyri. Guests will enjoy access to an on-site bar, communal spaces, and comfortable accommodations. Nearby, you’ll find the rainbow foot path, Akureyri Art Museum, and...
Hotel Borgarnes
This hotel is located in Borgarnes, a village in heart of West Iceland near the Borgarfjördur Fjord. Guests will enjoy access to an on-site restaurant and bar, 24-hour front desk services, and comfortable accommodations. Nearby...
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Enhance your experience with hand-picked optional excursions—designed to add adventure, culture, and unforgettable moments to your journey.
Flights
When you include flights with your trip, our dedicated team of experts will handle all the details, so your travel experience is as seamless as possible. Just select your dates and airport to see pricing.
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Reviews
Overall average based on 7 traveler ratings
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Had an amazing time on this trip! The itinerary was perfect and we got to see all of Iceland which most trips don’t offer. Higher price but worth it for the accommodations included. Weather was perfect in September. We even saw the northern lights multiple times and once with...
Really enjoyed this trip and Iceland is absolutely breathtaking! So worth the cost and we saw so much different stuff. Loved my tour director but he wasn't from Iceland which was the one negative. I wish they could get local guides for this trip as I think we could've learned so...
This was the perfect itinerary! We saw many beautiful things & got to explore so many corners of this magnificent country. The hotels were great, the food was incredible & the sights are unforgettable. Book this trip, you won’t regret it!
I was hesitant to book this trip at first because of the price, but it was worth it! I went towards the end of summer. Our group saw so many waterfalls, we walked through old lava fields, went to thermal baths, got to see volcanos, craters and glaciers. There’s so much beautiful...
Amazing Views, Good Food, and Most Epic Experiences Ever! Iceland has been on my bucket list since watching "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty" so going here was a dream. This trip gave me a taste of everything and now I can wait to go back again. EF did a great job selecting...
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| Date | Trip type | Price |
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| 2026 | ||
2 left at this price | $5,919, $800 off $6,719 | |
5 left at this price | $5,219, $1,000 off $6,219 | |
