Iceland's Glaciers & Coast Family Multi-Adventure Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

Best for ages 9+ (Ages 4+ ok) | Min. age to ride own bike: 7+

From $6,099 - $6,649 /person

+$350   internal air

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Iceland's Glaciers & Coast Family Multi-Adventure Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

Best for ages 9+ (Ages 4+ ok) | Min. age to ride own bike: 7+

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2024: Jun-Aug

From $6,099 - $6,649 /person

( +$350  internal air )

The Awe-Inspiring Land of Fire & Ice

In Iceland, opposites attract. Mossy lava fields beside ocean. Glaciers atop volcanoes. Icebergs on black-sand beaches. A temperate climate, yet named Iceland. It's rumored that adults and kids even gravitate toward one another here. It seems implausible. To have such extremes so close. But maybe it's just the natural order.

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Walk/Hike
Zodiac
Ice Walk
Zip-Line
Raft
Wildlife Cruise

Highlights

  • Hike through a mystical, raw and wild landscape of crevasses, fissures and waterfalls by land, water and air
  • Learn about Iceland's incredible geologic wonders, ranging from glaciers and geysers to volcanoes and sea stacks
  • Ferry to stunning Westman Islands, perhaps side by side with dolphins and whales, and walk through volcanic landscapes
  • Cross creeks and rivers alongside an active volcano in Super Jeeps—the ultimate family adventure!
Iceland Glaciers & Coast Family Multi-Adventure Tour map

Iceland

Start/End Reykjavík

Airports & Travel details*

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Itinerary

Day 1

Description

Board a scenic flight to Iceland's southeastern shore Start your adventure with your family west, stopping at Jökulsárlón and Diamond beach to marvel at the blue icebergs By zodiac boat, explore Fjallsárlón, an iceberg-filled lagoon at the foot of a glacier Venture across remote black-sand marshland on a vintage sheep cart The young and young-at-heart explore a seabird sanctuary on a pristine and secluded cape Enjoy classic Icelandic cuisine with a modern twist at our hotel’s chic restaurant.

Accommodations

Night 1

Fosshótel Glacier Lagoon
Hnappavellir
Premiere Hotel

A modern Scandinavian-style hotel featuring wonderful views of the surrounding mountains.
 

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 2-3

Description

Get close to a glacial tongue on an ice-walk in Skaftafell Kids venture on an exciting zip-lining adventure across Vík followed by dinner with their Adventure Leader Travel into the green pastures of often pony-sized and always unique Icelandic horses Caused by a massive eruption, learn how the dramatic lava flows we pass influenced the French Revolution Hop aboard a ferry and cross to the enchanting Westman Islands The youngsters are in for a splashing good time with activities at the pool Hike along a volcano crater's rim, formed in 1979, and soak up local knowledge at a house excavated from the volcanic ashes Admire coastal birds and get to know the local traditions of egg collecting Sip coffee or cocoa with your family and enjoy a kleinur (Icelandic donut) while people-watching in Heimaey, the largest of the Westman Islands and the only one with a human population.

Accommodations
UMI

(2 nights)

Nights 2-3

UMI
Hvolsvöllur
Premiere Hotel

Superior service plus mountain and seaside views await at this peaceful and modern riverside hotel.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 4-6

Description

Jump in a Super Jeep for an off-road adventure crossing lava beds and glacial rivers Discover the magnificent remote valley of Thórsmörk, at the foot of three volcanoes Walk original sheep tracks and find incredible vistas near Básar base camp Explore vibrant green landscapes and pass dramatic rock formations Enjoy an Icelandic lunch in a hiker’s refuge Stop by Seljalandsfoss waterfall to snap the perfect Icelandic waterfall photo with your family Wander around the geothermal mud pots and see the otherworldly Geysir erupt Extend your vacation in Reykjavík, where there’s plenty to fascinate the whole family.

Accommodations
Hotel Geysir

(2 nights)

Nights 4-5

Hotel Geysir
Premiere Hotel

This sleek, family-run hotel is located near some of the world's most powerful geysirs in the historic Haukadalur valley.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Straight Talk

We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

Climate & Itinerary Changes

The combination of Iceland's prolific waterfalls, vast icefields, vibrant green landscape and warm ocean currents makes this island like no other place in the world. The island's climate can be as surprising as its terrain, with weather patterns and microclimates that can bring sun, wind, fog, sleet, rain and snow all in the same day (or hour!). Please be sure to bring warm layers and waterproof gear for every day of the trip. In addition, the fluctuating weather might result in flight and mid-trip itinerary changes, but your Backroads Leaders are always prepared to make necessary adjustments to ensure a great trip while keeping safety the top priority.

Accommodations & Meals

Luxury Iceland-style usually means modern, simple and nicely appointed buildings that prioritize location and views over plush amenities or landscaping. Due to the remoteness of our properties, dinners tend to be a local buffet-style affair with limited-choice menus, which is simply a part of the cultural experience.

Internal Flight

We travel by air to reach the exclusive hotels and activities this destination has to offer. We'll be flying on a charter flight with Eagle Air aboard a turboprop plane that seats 30 passengers.

Shuttle Time

To access the best routes and most unique hotels in this expansive region, we've incorporated multiple shuttles into your itinerary.

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+$350   internal air

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Hotels

World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Night 1

Fosshótel Glacier Lagoon
Hnappavellir

Premiere Hotel

A modern Scandinavian-style hotel featuring wonderful views of the surrounding mountains.
 

Nights 2-3

UMI
Hvolsvöllur

Premiere Hotel

Superior service plus mountain and seaside views await at this peaceful and modern riverside hotel.

Nights 4-5

Hotel Geysir

Premiere Hotel

This sleek, family-run hotel is located near some of the world's most powerful geysirs in the historic Haukadalur valley.

From $6,099 - $6,649 /person

+$350   internal air

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