Flight to Keflavík. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by your tour guide and transferred to your accommodation on the Reykjanes Peninsula. Depending on your arrival time, you will have some free time.

After breakfast, depending on current volcanic activity, we will explore the geologically young Reykjanes Peninsula. Afterwards, we will travel to the Geysir geothermal area, where the active Strokkur geyser regularly erupts, shooting its fountains high into the air. Then we will witness the mighty Gullfoss waterfall as it plunges thunderously into a deep gorge. Overnight stay in the Gullfoss area.

Drive along the Kjölur highland route to the high-altitude geothermal area of Kerlingarfjöll. Hike (approx. 1.5–2 hours, 4 km, ± 200 m elevation gain) through the fascinating mountain landscape. Steam rises and bubbles amidst colorful sinter and sulfur deposits, while snow, vibrant green mosses, and colorful rhyolite rocks create striking contrasts. In the afternoon, continue north to the Tröllaskagi Peninsula and Siglufjördur.

Today we explore the majestic basalt plateaus of the Tröllaskagi Peninsula, the "Troll Peninsula," which are among the highest in Iceland. On our hikes (approx. 2–6 hours, 6–16 km, +/-200–650 m elevation gain/loss), we discover wide U-shaped valleys and terraced plateau mountains along the narrow Siglufjörður fjord. In case of bad weather, a visit to the Herring Museum is a good alternative. Colorful cafés in the harbor invite you to stroll and relax.

Along the beautiful Eyjafjörður fjord, there is the option of participating in a whale watching tour (from €80 per person, approx. 3 hours). Alternatively, we will visit the historic turf farm of Laufas, which offers fascinating insights into rural life of centuries past. En route, we will pass through Akureyri, the capital of North Iceland, before stopping at the impressive Goðafoss, the "Waterfall of the Gods." Towards evening, we will reach the Mývatn region and explore the pseudocraters of Skutustaðir. Our accommodation is located on the northeast shore of Mývatn.

The fascinating Mývatn region is an absolute highlight for geology enthusiasts. On several short hikes and walks (up to 2 hours, max. 7 km, +/- 200 m elevation gain), we will explore the steaming Hverir fumarole field at Namafjall, the volcanically shaped Krafla area with its lava field and explosion crater, the ring crater Hverfjall, and the bizarre lava formations of Dimmuborgir, the "dark castles." In the evening, there is an opportunity for a relaxing soak in the Earth Lagoon Mývatn (not included).

Today we hike through the impressive canyon landscape of Jökulsárgljúfur National Park, the "Grand Canyon of Iceland," and visit, among other things, Dettifoss, Europe's most powerful waterfall (approx. 1 hour; 3 km, +/- 50 m elevation gain). Afterwards, we travel through the diverse East Fjords, whose coastal roads wind along deep bays and over scenic mountain passes. There will be time for photo stops and small discoveries along the way. With every kilometer, the mighty reaches of Vatnajökull draw closer, until finally Iceland's largest glacier rises impressively before us. Overnight stay in a quiet country hotel in the southeast of the island.

On an extensive hike to the edge of the Vatnajökull glacier, we experience the fascinating, ever-changing landscape (approx. 2 to 4 hours, approx. 6 to 12 km, +/- 50 to 230 m elevation gain/loss). Those who would like to discover the glacial world from a different perspective can optionally participate in a glacier hike or a kayak tour on one of the glacial lakes (from €140 per person, approx. 3 hours).

In the morning, a hike in the Skaftafell area of Vatnajökull (approx. 3 hours, approx. 8 km, +/- 250 m elevation gain) offers magnificent views of glacier tongues, rugged mountain peaks, and vast ice fields. Afterwards, a drive through the landscapes of the south, shaped by glaciers and volcanic eruptions. Black sand plains, extensive lava fields, and the coastal region around Vik showcase the impressive diversity of this area. Depending on weather and trail conditions, we will visit Cape Dyrhólaey and the famous Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls. In the evening, we arrive at our accommodation at the foot of Eyjafjallajökull.

Weather permitting, we'll take the ferry to the Vestmannaeyjar islands. On Heimaey, we'll hike to the Eldfell volcano, which rises to around 200 meters and formed in 1973, and enjoy sweeping views across the lava fields, the Atlantic Ocean, and the glaciers of the south coast (approx. 2-5 hours, 7-15 km, +/- 180 to 360 meters elevation gain/loss). In case of bad weather, the program will be adjusted accordingly.

On our way back southwest, we visit the historically and geologically significant Thingvellir National Park before spending the afternoon in Reykjavik. Time for independent exploration. Overnight stay on the Reykjanes Peninsula. Approx. 235 km

Transfer to Keflavik and return flight.