8 Days Around Iceland - Winter Ring Road Minibus Tour
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This 8-day guided tour is the perfect way to discover Iceland’s incredible variety of natural wonders. The comprehensive journey takes you from the capital of Reykjavík all the way to the ‘Capital of the North,’ Akureyri, and beyond. Your adventure begins on the famous Golden Circle, where you'll visit the stunning Gullfoss waterfall, the erupting Geysir geothermal area, and the historic Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Continuing your travels, you'll head along the much-talked-about South Coast, where you can explore the unique black sand beach of Reynisfjara and the breathtaking Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. After exploring the scenic East Fjords, the tour moves to the north, where you’ll be captivated by the otherworldly landscapes around Lake Mývatn, including the mysterious lava pillars of Dimmuborgir.
The final leg of your journey takes you to West Iceland and the dramatic Snæfellsnes Peninsula, often called "Iceland in Miniature," where you’ll find iconic locations like Kirkjufell mountain. Throughout the trip, the dark nights are a perfect opportunity to search for the breathtaking Northern Lights. You can also book optional activities like Horseback Riding to make your experience even more special and adventurous.
Please note: Northern Lights sightings are a natural seasonal occurrence and not a guaranteed guided tour included in our multi-day packages.
From Reykjavík
October - April
8 Days
Minibus tour: Pick up & Drop off included
Easy to moderate
Highlight Of The Tour
Map and Itinerary
What's Included
Available Add-ons
Explore the wilderness on an Icelandic Horse
Nourish your body and soul in natural thermal baths
Explore Iceland's largest Lava Cave, Víðgelmir.
Rent a jacket to keep you dry
Rent pants to keep you dry
Rent shoes for keeping your ankles safe to prevent injuries.
Store your extra luggage.
Buy our Troll Beanie and Gloves to feel part of our winter Trolls and keep you warm in the Icelandic cold
Buy our Troll Neck-warmer to feel part of our winter Trolls and and protect your face from cold wind
Buy our Troll Summer-Cap to feel part of our summer Trolls and protect yourself from the sun
Frequently Asked Questions
- Warm clothes (first layer)
- Waterproof outdoor clothing (second layer)
- Hiking boots (available for rent when booking)
- Swimsuit and a towel
- Joy and happiness!
- For pickup, select your designated location in Reykjavík from the drop-down menu when booking; please inform us of your choice at least 42 hours in advance if you are unsure at the time of booking.
- Pickup is scheduled between 8:00 AM and 8:45 AM from your chosen point and is not available from Keflavík airport or outside the greater capital area.
- The minimum age suggested for this tour is 8 years old since there are some included activities following that restriction
- For glacier hike, minimum age requirement is 8, in additions, the minimum shoe size to be able to participate in the tour is EU 34. If children under those ages are on the tour, then an adult needs to stay with them while others do these activities.
- For ice cave, the minimum age limit is 6.
- For the extra horseback riding activity, the age limit is 10.
- As per legal requirements, children aged six and below must utilise a child seat. Therefore, it is necessary to reserve a seat on the bus specifically for the child seat.
- Customers travelling alone must pay a Single Supplement Fee during payment process, as it is not possible for solo travelers to share a room with other solo travelers on this tour.
- Reservations for 2 people: will be allocated a twin room (supplement fee does not need to be paid unless you want to be in 2 single rooms).
- Reservations for 3 people: 1 triple room will be automatically allocated (supplement fee does not need to be paid unless you want another private room).
- Reservations for 4 or more people: 2x Double Rooms will be allocated (supplement fee does not need to be paid unless you want another private room).
- All multi-day tours can be changed and cancelled 24 hours before the departure time by sending a written email to info@troll.is. You will receive a full refund except the 3% transaction fee. All changes and cancellations requested less than 24 hours from the departure time are non refundable.
- In the case of cancellation of the tour by the operator because of extreme weather, road conditions, or other factors, we will assist you with rebooking to another date or booking other activities when possible or provide a full refund less the 3% transaction fee
- The 24-hour policy “applies to extras as well (rental Hiking Boots, Waterproof Jacket & Waterproof Pants).
- Order or availability of attractions may change due to road or weather conditions, and we may have to adjust timings to the short daylight of winter days.
- The limit is one suitcase of 24 inches per person, but you can store your extra luggage in our office for 3000 ISK per piece. It can be added as an additional fee at the time of booking and is non-refundable upon payment in all cases.
- All luggage exceeding the standard limit must be stored at our office. If there is available space in the vehicle's trunk, we may bring them along (but the extra luggage fee is still required); otherwise, it will remain secured at the office.
- The Northern Lights are a natural random phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed by the operator. The hotels are in prime locations to maximize the chances of seeing them. Remember that the best time to see them is from September to April, depending on the weather conditions.
- Ice caves are a dynamic, ever-changing natural phenomenon only accessible during wintertime when temperatures drop below zero. Each year, new unique caves are formed in different glacier areas. We visit a naturally formed ice cave during this tour. The photos on our website and social media are from this winter season, but the ice cave we visit might have changed its appearance due to the dynamic nature of these formations.
- We strive to provide you with the best possible experience on our tours, and we hope you find this information helpful as you plan your trip with us.
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