After your arrival at Keflavík Airport, you'll take a shuttle bus to your hotel. Look forward to Reykjavík, Iceland's vibrant and modern capital, which is also the northernmost capital city in the world. Reykjavík translates to "Smoky Bay" and owes its name to the steam rising from the hot springs in the surrounding area. More than a third of the country's population lives here. Start preparing yourself for the exciting days ahead. You can optionally enjoy dinner at a nearby restaurant. Overnight in the Reykjavík area. (Distance: approx. 50 km; Travel time: approx. 1 hour)

In the morning, you'll meet your tour guide and begin your 10-day tour of Iceland. The itinerary starts with a guided tour of the Fridheimar geothermal greenhouse outside Reykjavík. Here, you'll learn all about tomatoes and other vegetables, and how geothermal energy and artificial lighting are used to grow produce year-round. At the end of the tour, you'll be served a small, typical drink served in a tomato. The highlight of this day is undoubtedly a visit to Gullfoss waterfall, Strokkur geyser, and Þingvellir National Park. This is Iceland's oldest national park and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2004. These three natural wonders together form the "Golden Circle," a must-see for any visitor to Iceland. Finally, today's route takes you to the Borgarfjörður area. Overnight in the Borgarfjörður area. (B) (Distance: approx. 330 km; Travel time: approx. 4.5 - 5 hours)

Well-rested and refreshed, you'll spend today exploring the Borgarfjörður region in detail. First, you'll visit a typical Icelandic farm and gain insight into farm life and animal husbandry. The energetic owner will guide you around and regale you with numerous anecdotes about Icelandic farm life. A tasting of fresh rye bread, baked over the farm's own hot springs, completes the experience. The journey then continues to the picturesque waterfalls Hraunfossar and Barnafoss. Your next destination is Deildartunguhver, the country's most abundant hot springs. You'll be treated to an impressive sight as approximately 180 liters of hot water gush to the surface every second. Afterwards, the Grábrók crater, part of the Ljósufjöll volcanic mountain range, awaits. Weather permitting, it can be climbed via a well-maintained path. After this eventful day, your journey continues north, where you will spend the night in the Laugarbakki area. 1 night in the Laugarbakki area. (F) (Distance: approx. 165 km; Travel time: approx. 2.5 hours)

Today your day begins with a visit to the Lýtingsstaðir Icelandic horse farm. Evelyn, a German expat, has been living in Iceland with her husband and children for some time now. During a tour of the farm, she will warmly share stories about her daily life and farm life, while you get up close to Icelandic horses and Icelandic sheepdogs. You'll also learn about the unique characteristics of Icelandic turf houses, some of which were built on the farm according to original designs. Afterwards, you'll sit down for coffee and cake and learn more about the history of the Icelandic horse and the story behind Evelyn's passion project, "Horses & Heritage." Afterwards, you'll visit the Kaldi microbrewery in Hauganes and learn more about the special beers that have been brewed here since 2006. A tasting of these unique beers is included. Then you'll check into your hotel in Akureyri, where the rest of the day is yours to enjoy at your leisure. 2 nights in the Akureyri area. (B/L) (Distance: approx. 320 km; Travel time: approx. 3.5 - 4 hours)

To start the day, you'll visit the open-air museum at the historic turf farm Grenjaðarstaður. Here you'll delve even deeper into Icelandic culture and history, gaining insight into how and under what conditions Icelanders lived until about 100 years ago. Afterwards, you continue your journey to the Góðafoss waterfall. Your next destination is the area around Lake Mývatn, where there is much to discover. You will take a short hike through the Dimmuborgir rock labyrinth, adorned with impressive lava formations (easy, approx. 1 km, walking time: approx. 30 min). You will also explore the Námaskarð geothermal area and observe the steam rising from numerous mud pots. Optionally, you can relax in the soothing thermal waters of the Jarðböðin Nature Baths (optional, bookable in advance). (F) (Distance traveled: approx. 300 km; travel time: approx. 4 hours)

The day begins with a special experience: a walk to the most powerful waterfall in Europe, Dettifoss, which offers a breathtaking panorama (walking time approx. 1.5 hours). Your journey then continues into the untouched east of Iceland. Along the way, you'll venture onto an old route off the Ring Road to experience the solitude of the Möðrudalsheiði highlands. At Fjallakaffi, an impressive farm with glacier views, you'll stop for a break and sample typical Icelandic pastries and coffee. Your day's journey concludes in the East Fjords region, where you'll check into your comfortable hotel for the night. (B/L) (Distance: approx. 280 km; Travel time: approx. 3.5 hours)

In the morning, you'll visit the Stone Museum, renowned in East Iceland and beyond, one of the largest of its kind in the world. An impressive collection of stones is displayed in a beautifully landscaped garden. The former owner, Petra, who has sadly passed away, collected all the stones and minerals on display herself, most of them actually in East Iceland. The journey then continues along the picturesque East Fjords into the area of the mighty Vatnajökull glacier, culminating at the famous Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon with its impressive icebergs. Naturally, you'll stop for photo opportunities at particularly spectacular viewpoints along the way. If you wish, you can take a boat trip on the glacier lagoon (optional, bookable in advance). Alternatively, you can use your free time to stroll along the shore at your leisure or relax in a café. In the evening, a group dinner awaits you at your hotel restaurant. Look forward to a convivial gathering with delicious food; a menu featuring fresh fish is usually on offer. 1 night in the Skaftafell area. (B/D) (Distance traveled: approx. 400 km; travel time: approx. 4-5 hours)

The journey continues south along Skaftafell National Park, which frequently reveals glacial tongues, via Kirkjubæjarklaustur and through the Eldhraun lava field. You'll stop in Vík, Iceland's southernmost town, and visit Dyrhólaey, the southernmost point of the main island. From here, you'll have a spectacular view of the coastline, and during the summer months, you might even spot numerous adorable puffins. Other highlights of the day include visits to the famous Skógafoss waterfall and Seljalandsfoss, which plunges 66 meters into the depths below. Have you ever walked behind a waterfall? Here's your chance! After two impressive stops at these beautiful waterfalls, you'll return to the capital, Reykjavík. A short city tour will give you a glimpse of Reykjavík and its diverse facets. Experience the heart of the island, where nowhere else in Iceland will you find such a wealth of art, culture, sights, restaurants, bars, and events. Your tour guide will be happy to offer suggestions on how to spend this evening and the following free day in and around Reykjavík. 2 nights in Reykjavík. (B) (Distance: approx. 300 km; Travel time: approx. 3.5 - 4 hours)

Today you can spend your last day exploring the capital city on your own. As an optional extra, we recommend the Sky Lagoon. This lagoon is Iceland's newest highlight, located right by the harbor in Kársnes, near Reykjavík. Relax with fantastic views in the 75-meter-wide warm water pool, which seems to merge seamlessly with the cold Atlantic Ocean (optional, bookable in advance). Alternatively, you can join a whale watching tour from Reykjavík. Here you can observe these impressive marine giants in their natural habitat and up close (optional, bookable in advance). (F)

You'll take the shuttle bus from the hotel to Keflavík Airport. Return flight to Germany – with numerous impressions and experiences from your 10-day Iceland tour in your luggage. (F) (Distance: approx. 50 km; Travel time: approx. 1 hour)