5-Day Private Iceland Adventure
A fully customizable private journey across Iceland, designed to combine iconic highlights with remote, off-the-beaten-path locations. Travel in a modified 4×4 with a flexible itinerary adapted daily based on weather and conditions to maximize your experience.
The tour covers the Golden Circle, South Coast, glaciers, waterfalls, black sand beaches, and Southeast Iceland, including ice caves and glacier lagoons. Each day is carefully planned for both scenery and comfort, with optional activities and scenic hikes along the way.
During winter months, nightly aurora hunting is included, using real-time conditions to increase your chances of seeing the Northern Lights. Professional photography is provided throughout the tour, ensuring you leave with high-quality memories of your Iceland adventure.
Day 1 : The South Coast
Pick up: Reykjavík
Gluggafoss
DC-3 Airplane wreck - Eyvindarholt
Skógafoss Waterfall
Dyrhólaey
Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
Víkurkirkja Church
Accommodation: Vík
Discover the diverse landscapes of Iceland’s South Coast, beginning with the hidden Gluggafoss, known for its unique rock formations and quieter setting. Continue to the lesser-known DC-3 Airplane Wreck Eyvindarholt, offering a different perspective from the famous Sólheimasandur site.
Visit the iconic Skógafoss, where powerful cascades often create rainbows on sunny days, before heading to the dramatic cliffs of Dyrhólaey for sweeping ocean views. Explore the striking Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, famous for its basalt columns and crashing Atlantic waves, and finish with a stop at Víkurkirkja Church, overlooking the coastal village of Vík
Day 2 : Canyon & Glacier
Eldhraun Moss Field
Múlagljúfur Canyon (2-3hr hike)
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
The Diamond Beach
Accommodation: Skaftafell
Travel through the vast Eldhraun Lava Field, one of the largest moss-covered lava fields in the world, stretching across the landscape with its unique green textures.
Continue with a scenic hike to Mulagljúfur Canyon (2–3 hours), offering panoramic views over glaciers, rivers, and rugged mountain terrain in a more secluded setting.
Visit the breathtaking Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where icebergs drift slowly toward the ocean, and finish at the nearby Diamond Beach, where ice fragments shimmer along the black sand shoreline.
Day 3: Ice Cave Adventure
Crystal Ice Cave
Vestrahorn Mountain
Viking Village
Skútafoss
Accommodation: Skaftafell
Experience the stunning ice formations of a Crystal Ice Cave within Vatnajökull, exploring natural blue ice structures with a certified glacier guide and full safety equipment. Continue to the dramatic Vestrahorn, known for its sharp peaks and black sand dunes, one of Iceland’s most iconic photography locations.
Visit the nearby Viking Village, a unique and atmospheric film set, before stopping at the hidden Skútafoss, a lesser-known waterfall tucked away in the rugged landscape.
Day 4: Hidden Gems of the South
Svinafellsjokull
Lómagnúpur
The Yoda Cave
Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
Gljúfrabúi (The Cave Waterfall)
Accommodations : Reykjavík
Explore the dramatic glacier tongue of Svínafellsjökull, surrounded by rugged peaks and ice formations. Continue past the towering cliffs of Lómagnúpur, before visiting the unique Yoda Cave, known for its distinctive shape and coastal views.
End the day with two of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls: Seljalandsfoss, where you can walk behind the cascade, and the hidden Gljúfrabúi, tucked inside a narrow canyon.
Day 5: The Golden Circle
Geysir Hot Spring Area
Gullfoss Waterfall
Friðheimar
Bruarfoss Waterfall
Kerið Volcanic Crater
Drop off : Reykjavík
Explore the highlights of Iceland’s Golden Circle, starting at the geothermal Geysir Hot Spring Area, where Strokkur erupts every few minutes, followed by the powerful Gullfoss Waterfall, one of the country’s most iconic cascades. Continue to Friðheimar, a unique greenhouse farm powered by geothermal energy, offering a memorable local experience.
Visit the vibrant blue waters of Brúarfoss, hidden within a scenic valley, before ending the day at the volcanic Kerið Crater, a striking crater lake surrounded by red volcanic rock.
5-Day Private Iceland Adventure
1–4 Guests (4×4 Vehicle)
$12,400 USD total(No accommodation)
5–8 Guests (Sprinter Van)
$19,000 USD total(No accommodation)
Included
• Private guide/driver
• 4×4 vehicle or Sprinter van with fuel
• Flexible, custom itinerary
• South Coast & Glacier Lagoon highlights
• Ice cave experience (certified glacier guide & safety equipment)
• Aurora hunting (winter, weather permitting)
• Professional photography
• All parking and access fees
Not Included
• Accommodation
• Meals and personal expenses
• Flights
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included. Guests are free to book their preferred stays, from comfortable options to high-end luxury, including using points or rewards.
We provide recommended locations and route planning to ensure a smooth and efficient journey. If preferred, we can also handle all accommodation bookings for you, creating a seamless and stress-free experience.
Note
The itinerary is flexible and may be adjusted based on weather and road conditions to ensure safety and the best possible experience.
Night: Aurora Hunt
Each night of the tour, we venture out of the city and away from light pollution in search of the magical Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights.
📸 Professional photos of your experience are included, and assistance is available to help set up your own camera if needed.
The Aurora season runs from September to March, and while the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon—never guaranteed—our nightly hunts, combined with expert knowledge and real-time data, give you the best possible chance to witness this unforgettable spectacle.
By staying flexible and hunting each night, your chances of seeing the Northern Lights are significantly increased.
OPTIONAL ADD-ONs
Blue Lagoon & Reykjanes Peninsula
Kleifarvatn Lake
Seltún Geothermal Area
Krýsuvíkurkirkja
Krýsuvíkurberg Cliffs
Blue Lagoon
Explore the geothermal landscapes of the Reykjanes Peninsula, beginning with the serene Kleifarvatn, surrounded by volcanic scenery. Continue to the colorful hot springs of Seltún Geothermal Area, followed by the historic Krýsuvíkurkirkja. Visit the dramatic coastal cliffs of Krýsuvíkurberg Cliffs, known for their rugged beauty and seabird colonies, before ending the day with a relaxing experience at the iconic Blue Lagoon.