From CAD 2,406 Was CAD 2,899
Guarantee
Small Group
Demanding
Rating
(20 reviews)
Experience Overview
Dotted with humbling fjords, breathtaking waterfalls, and no-filter-needed fishing villages, Eastern Iceland is an adventure unto itself. Experience this otherworldly region in its truest form on this six-day trek that’s guided by one of our expert CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) from start to finish.
Highlights
- Live like a local in a small fishing community
- Hear tales of the magic village elves
- Stare in awe at the Eastfjords
- Feel the serenity of Myvatn Lake
- Witness the beauty of the Deitfoss waterfall
- Feast on nightly farm-to-table dinners
Trip Details
Product Code: 2332
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Private minivan/bus, hiking, walking
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Supplier Code: ELHI
Starts: Egilsstaðir, Iceland
Finishes: Egilsstaðir, Iceland
Duration: 6 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Demanding
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Borgarfjörður eystri Village Walk and Valley Hike
- Stórurð Hike
- Dettifoss Waterfall Visit
- Leirhnjúkur Lava Fields Hike
- Visit Hverir and Myvatn Geothermal sites
- Moors and Breiðavík area Hike
- Borgarfjörður Harbour Visit
- Brúnavík area Hike
- Seyðisfjörður Village Walk
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Local guesthouse (5 nts)
- 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
Transport
- Private minivan/bus, hiking, walking
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 2406 (CAD 401 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Egilsstaðir/Bakkagerdi
Arrive at the Egilsstaðir airport in the morning and transfer to our local guest house, home for the next 5 nights. Visit the fishing village of Borgarfjörður eystri which offers a glimpse into daily life and enjoy lunch at a local fish soup restaurant. After, take a hike through Borgarfjörður valley following sheep trails up to Dimmidalur (the Dark Valley) and keep an eye out for the "hidden people" as we pass through legendary elf communities. This evening, settle in for a farm-to-table dinner prepared by our host.
This centre–based trip offers a chance to connect with our local hosts in a family-run guest house. In their words, this is your home away from home and their warmth and hospitality will make it hard to leave. Here we enjoy our included breakfasts and dinners which offer a true immersion into local cuisine. Our hosts focus on fresh, local ingredients and support their neighbours; small-scale farmers and fishermen, much to the delight of our palate.
While difficult to see, the "hidden people" make Borgarfjörður eystri their home and the area is thought (according to folklore) to hold a large population of elves. The elves make their home in the many interesting rock formations and they have no concern with hikers walking by, so long as you respect their homes and nature. On occasion, they are known to help humans, in particular those being bullied, so be kind to each other.
Day 2: Bakkagerdi
Enjoy a full day of trekking. Drive to Vatnskarð pass and hike across Geldingafjall mountain for exceptional views over Njarðvík, Fljótsdalshérað valley, Héraðsflói bay and beyond. Continue down into Stórurð, with its enormous rocks crossed by a small river hiding turquoise-coloured basins of icy water. Hike back and return to the guest house for a hearty dinner.
Day 3: Bakkagerdi
Enjoy an excursion to the stunning sites around Mývatn lake. Stop en route to visit Dettifoss waterfall, one of the most powerful waterfalls in Europe. Then, hike in the smoking lava fields of Leirhnjúkur, often compared to a martian landscape. From here, drive to Hverir, a geothermal wonder of bubbling mud and smoking steam. Continue to Mývatn Lake and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Take some free time here and opt to visit the geothermal nature bath. Return to the east Fjords for dinner at our guesthouse.
Day 4: Bakkagerdi
Enjoy another day of hiking and exploration. Drive to Afrétt and begin the hike across the moors through Urðarhólavatn, Gæsavötn and Víknaheiði. Continue to Breiðavík inlet with its golden sand beaches and high cliffs where we break for a lunch stop. After, hike to Gagnheiði ridge which offers a stunning panoramic view of the mountains. Walk back to the guesthouse.
Day 5: Bakkagerdi
Start at Borgarfjörður harbour to view the puffins and sea birds nesting there, when in season. From here, hike up from the coast across green mountain screes to Brúnavík pass then down to Brúnavík inlet. Walk across the black sand beach and take a break in this serene spot. Continue the hike over Hofstrandarskarð pass, and alongside the colourful Helgárgil canyon. Enjoy our last home-cooked dinner at the guesthouse.
Day 6: Bakkagerdi/Egilsstaðir
Drive to historic Seyðisfjörður fishing Village for a walk around what is considered once of the most picturesque towns in Iceland. After, drive to one last waterfall before transfer to the airport where the tour ends.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Margit J. - Traveled, September 2023
G Adventures always delivers.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/15/2023
Kathren C. - Traveled, September 2023
This is our 4th G Adventures tour and so far they CEO always deliver on what the advertised excursion indicated. All the planning and logistics especially when weather or events dictates the plans need to be adjusted is done for you. I get to just wake up and go with no planning involved.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/15/2023
Warren K. - Traveled, September 2023
I have not had a disappointing trip with G Adventures.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/15/2023
David C. - Traveled, September 2023
The trip was exactly as it was described to be.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/15/2023
Shahdokht R. - Traveled, September 2023
you live up to the itinerary.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/08/2023
Marie H. - Traveled, September 2023
Typically they are very good
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/08/2023
David H. - Traveled, August 2023
we've used Gap 4 times now and they've been positive experiences
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/08/2023
Andrea M. - Traveled, September 2023
I Love G Adventures I'm a fan and I always recommend them
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/08/2023
Eileen G. - Traveled, September 2023
it's a well organized trip and it is a good itinerary.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/08/2023
Carol W. - Traveled, September 2023
Kind people, always willing to help. Guide was fun, informative and helpful. Kitchen help great. Owner very personable. Accommodations clean. Duvets way too warm.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/08/2023
Paula Marie T. - Traveled, August 2023
Outstanding guide, wonderful itinerary, and incomparable scenery!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/01/2023
Kevin M. - Traveled, August 2023
Unless I know the person well enough to know they may not enjoy a travel experience like this (shared accommodation, not ?all-included?), I would otherwise recommend this to anyone else.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/01/2023
Sally F. - Traveled, July 2023
I'd be confident in them having an awesome time - great itinerary to make the most of the location and time, amazing experience leader and highly likely they',d have a great group of people to share it with.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/04/2023
Tilman S. - Traveled, July 2023
Good format to meet people from around the world
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/04/2023
Christie D. - Traveled, June 2023
Excellent trip with good activity and similarly adventurous and fit members of group
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/07/2023
Patricia R. - Traveled, June 2023
The trip was fantastic. Loved our CEO Mike, he was good at rolling with the weather and desires of the group, knowledgeable and fun. Place we stayed was delightful and food was delicious.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/07/2023
Donald R. - Traveled, June 2023
Thought it was well run, informative guide, good country hotel, great hikes and the day of sightseeing was a bonus.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/30/2023
Nigel O. - Traveled, June 2023
This was our first trip with G Adventures and so any recommendation would be qualified with that
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/30/2023
Richard D. - Traveled, June 2023
Well organised trips and loads of interesting destinations to pick from
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/30/2023
Karen H. - Traveled, June 2023
Good itineraries and staff for reasonable price
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/30/2023
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