Westfjords - Snæfellsnes - Borgarfjörður / 5 days

Description

Private 5-Day Guided Tour of Iceland: Reykjavík, Snæfellsnes, Westfjords, and Borgarfjörður

Overview:
Experience the captivating beauty of West Iceland and the Westfjords on this exclusive 5-day private tour. Departing from Reykjavík, this journey takes you through some of Iceland’s most impressive landscapes, including waterfalls, glaciers, lava fields, and stunning cliffs. Discover charming villages, explore caves, and immerse yourself in the tranquility of the countryside. With minimal traffic and serene surroundings, this tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with Iceland's natural wonders. Enjoy personalized service from experienced guides, with opportunities for additional activities such as horseback riding, boat trips, glacier hiking, and snowmobiling (at an extra cost). Ample time is provided each day to relax, take photographs, and fully appreciate the breathtaking scenery.

Accommodations:
Stay in carefully selected hotels featuring clean, comfortable rooms with private bathrooms and showers. Breakfast is included daily. Lunch and dinner are at your own expense, with an estimated cost of approximately €50 per person per day.

Itinerary:

Day 1:

• Departure: Pick-up from your hotel in Reykjavík.
• Highlights: Hvalfjörður tunnel, Borgarfjörður agricultural area, Snæfellsnes Glacier National Park, Budir Church, Arnarstapi, Hellnar, Lóndrangar, Djúpalónssandur, Hellissandur, Ólafsvík, Grundarfjörður, Kirkjufell, Stykkishólmur.
• Accommodation: Arrival at the hotel around 17:00. Dinner and evening at leisure.

Day 2:

• Route: Travel to Dalir and Búðardalur, historic agricultural districts. Option to take the Breiðafjörður ferry from Stykkishólmur to Brjánslækur, crossing Breiðafjörður with views of islands and birdlife.
• Highlights: Breiðafjörður, Þorskafjörður, Barðaströnd, Látrabjarg bird cliffs, Rauðasandur, Patreksfjörður.
• Accommodation: Arrival at the hotel around 17:00. Dinner and evening at leisure.

Day 3:

• Route: Explore Talknafjörður, Bíldudalur, Arnarfjörður, and Þingeyri.
• Highlights: Dynjandi Waterfall, Hrafnseyri, Flateyri, Suðureyri, Ísafjörður.
• Accommodation: Arrival at the hotel around 16:00 - 17:00. Dinner and evening at leisure.

Day 4:

• Route: Journey through Súðavík, Álftafjörður, Ísafjarðardjúp, and Hólmavík.
• Highlights: Steingrímsfjarðarheiði, Hólmavík village, and the option to explore Strandir, including a stay at Hotel Djúpavík.
• Accommodation: Arrival at the hotel around 17:00. Dinner and evening at leisure.

Day 5:

• Route: Return journey to Reykjavík, passing through Hólmavík, Króksfjörður, and Gilsfjörður.
• Highlights: Gilsfjarðabrú, Búðardalur, Grábrók crater, Glanni waterfall, Deildartunguhver hot spring, Reykholt, Hraunfossar, Barnafoss.
• Arrival: Return to your Reykjavík hotel by 17:00 - 18:00 with time to relax and enjoy the city.

Tour Details

• Vehicle Options: Jeep 4x4, Minivan, or Minibus with an English-speaking guide.
• Distance: 300-400 km per day
• Duration: 7-9 hours per day

Inclusions:

• Breakfast each day
• Accommodation in carefully selected hotels
• Approximate cost for lunch and dinner is €50 per person per day.

Free Activities:
Walking, hiking, sightseeing, Northern Lights (seasonal), bird watching, and fishing.

Tour Highlights:
Arnarstapi, Hellnar, Kirkjufell, Breiðafjörður ferry crossing, Látrabjarg, Rauðasandur, Dynjandi waterfall, Ísafjörður, Ísafjarðardjúp, Hólmavík, Strandir, Djúpavík, Dalir, Búðardalur, Grábrók crater, Glanni waterfall, Deildartunguhver, Reykholt, Hraunfossar, Barnafoss.