Iceland for Seniors: 8-Day Adventure of Iceland’s Best Attractions

This morning, you will visit the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. The peninsula is home to thunderous waterfalls, serene lakes, a deep gorge, and mountains that reach for the sky. Once again,  your escort will lead you to a helicopter center for a high-flying tour of the Golden Circle. Your pilot will land in Thingvellir National Park, so you can explore. From there, your guide will fly you over to Faxi, which is one of the lesser-known waterfalls in Iceland. Your guide will then lead you to Strokkur, which is one of the last few geysers that are still active in Iceland. When you are ready, your guide will escort you to Iceland’s only Michelin-starred restaurant.

This morning, you will visit Husafell. Here, you will have the chance to venture into Langjokull, which is Iceland’s second-largest glacier. You and your guide will tread through the unfiltered nature of the glacier, pausing at the top to feel the pure elemental power of Iceland. After, you will drive to Hvammstangi, where you can encounter wild Icelandic horses. When you arrive at the village of Hvammstangi, which is located along the Vatnsnes Peninsula, you will be impressed at the sheer number of seals that lie around the harbor. The peninsula is the perfect place for seal-watching and is also home to the Icelandic Seal Center. Lastly, you visit Seljalandsfoss and Gljufrabui, which are two majestic waterfalls.

After breakfast, your guide will lead you to Husavik for an exciting adventure of whale watching. This is one of the best locations to view whales in the world because an abundance of pods travels through this area. When you arrive back onshore, you will transfer to Lake Myvatn, where you will sink deep into the nature baths to relax any sore muscles that you may have from your car rides. Afterward, the Langanes Peninsula, which is known for its goose-shaped landmark, will be a remarkable place to view the wild birdlife of Iceland.

Lagarfljot is a serene representative of Iceland’s organic beauty, and today, you will visit this serene lake. You will be astounded by its natural allure, and the mountains in the distance are nearly always mirrored in the water. From there, your guide will drive you to Hengifoss, which is Iceland’s third-largest waterfall. On your way to Vestrahorn Mountain, the jagged mountain peaks will loom above you with their sheer immensity. As you wander around Vestrahorn, you will also come across an old Viking village film set, where creaky wooden houses are covered in luscious green grass. You will eventually make it to Vatnajokull National Park, where you will descend with your guide into the ice cave of the Vatnajokull glacier.

The highest peak of Skaftafell is on your list of things to see today. As you trek across the landscape, you will come upon the Svartifoss, which is one of the most sensational waterfalls you will see on your vacation. Afterward, you will reach Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon. The lagoon is formed from melted glacial water, so you will have the chance to watch mini icebergs lazily float past you. Afterward, the narrow canyon of Fjadrargljufur will be waiting for you. From here, your guide will lead you over to Eldhraun, which is a lava field that was created by the Laki eruption in the 18th century. You will enter into the mythical world of Iceland when you step foot in these fields.

After breakfast, your guide will drive you across the black sand beach of Solheimasandur, where the infamous US Navy DC plane ran out of fuel and crash-landed. You will experience a thrill when you climb inside the 1973 plane wreck and run your hands along the vintage rivets and smooth insides. As you ferry to Vestmannaeyjar, you will catch a glimpse of the famous Elephant Rock. Once you reach Vestmannaeyjar, your guide will escort you to Heimaey, which is where the Eldheimar Museum is located. Afterward, you will transfer to Storhofdi. Storhofdi is known as the puffin lookout because this is where these colorful birds enjoy nesting.

Thjofafoss is one of the three main waterfalls in the Thjorsa river. As you wind back into Reykjavik, one of your last stops will be at Hallgrimskirkja, where the shape of the church was inspired by Svartifoss and its basalt columns. Afterward, your guide will lead you to the Blue Lagoon once more to ease the tension of your muscles before your departure. Soon after, your private transfer will drive you out to Keflavik Airport for your flight home.