Icelandic Immersion - Reykjavik to Reykjavik Cruise

Day 1 - Reykjavik, Iceland

Arrive: Thu 17 July 2025 / Depart: Thu 17 July 2025 at 19:00

Just as Iceland is a unique country, rugged and remote, yet modern and enjoying Nordic standards of affluence, so Reykjavik is a beautifully diverse capital city. As Iceland's capital and its main center of population, the city of Reykjavik offers a fascinating mixture of the traditional and the very technically advanced. In addition, its natural beauty leaves a lasting impression. Visit the remarkable solfatara fields of Krýsuvík where you’ll discover an expanse of steaming volcanic vents and boiling hot springs, framed dramatically by a range of multi-colored hills.

Day 2 - Heimaey

Arrive: Fri 18 July 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Fri 18 July 2025 at 16:00

Heimaey, literally Home Island, is an Icelandic island. At 13.4 square kilometres, it is the largest island in the Vestmannaeyjar archipelago, and the largest and most populated island off the Icelandic coast. Heimaey is 4 nautical miles off the south coast of Iceland

Day 3 - Djupivogur, Iceland

Arrive: Sat 19 July 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Sat 19 July 2025 at 19:00

Day 4 - Cruising the Atlantic Ocean

Day 5 - Seydhisfjordur

Arrive: Mon 21 July 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Mon 21 July 2025 at 17:00

Seyðisfjörður is a town and municipality in the Eastern Region of Iceland at the innermost point of the fjord of the same name. A road over Fjarðarheiði mountain pass connects Seyðisfjörður to the rest of Iceland; 27 kilometres to the ring road and Egilsstaðir.

Day 6 - Husavik

Arrive: Tue 22 July 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Tue 22 July 2025 at 19:00

Charming Husavik is the whale watching capital of Iceland. Altogether, there are 23 species of whale that are found in these waters and you are most likely to see Humpbacks, Minke and Blue. While you are out whale watching, keep watch for a puffin colony near Lundey Island. Take a walk along the serene lakes of Botnsvatn and Kaldbakstjarnir or go for a swim in one of Husavik’s therapeutic geothermal lakes. Get a glimpse inside the Húsavíkurkirkja (Husavik Church) and the Husavik Whale Museum.

Day 7 - Akureyri

Arrive: Wed 23 July 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Wed 23 July 2025 at 19:00

Explore the big city amenities and small village charm of Akureyri, on the shores of one of the world’s longest fjords encircled by dramatic snow-capped mountains. As you stroll into town visit the newly built “temple of culture,” HOF, which houses a theater, music hall, restaurant as well as the Tourist Information Center. Marvel at the variety of Arctic plants in the Botanical Garden of Akureyri. Stroll along Arts’ Alley meandering through the museum, galleries and artists’ studios. Enjoy the tax-free shop in the town center. Look for fine woolen knitwear, handmade ceramics, glassware, and silver jewelry.

Day 8 - Siglufjordur

Arrive: Thu 24 July 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Thu 24 July 2025 at 19:00

Day 9 - Isafjordur

Arrive: Fri 25 July 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Fri 25 July 2025 at 19:00

Discover the dazzling natural beauty of Isafjordur. With its striking steep mountains on three sides rising dramatically around a gorgeous bay, this is one of the most awe-inspiring places on Earth. Trace the area’s history with a visit to the Maritime Museum in one of the oldest buildings dating back to the 18th century. A delightfully urban atmosphere prevails with major music schools, free concerts and festivals. Bring home fine handmade woolen items, nautical-themed articles, as well as arts and crafts. Feast on fresh baked goods and coffee at one of the many cafés.

Day 10 - Grundarfjordur, Iceland

Arrive: Sat 26 July 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Sat 26 July 2025 at 19:00

Day 11 - Reykjavik, Iceland

Arrive: Sun 27 July 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Sun 27 July 2025

Just as Iceland is a unique country, rugged and remote, yet modern and enjoying Nordic standards of affluence, so Reykjavik is a beautifully diverse capital city. As Iceland's capital and its main center of population, the city of Reykjavik offers a fascinating mixture of the traditional and the very technically advanced. In addition, its natural beauty leaves a lasting impression. Visit the remarkable solfatara fields of Krýsuvík where you’ll discover an expanse of steaming volcanic vents and boiling hot springs, framed dramatically by a range of multi-colored hills.