Iceland Expeditions

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July 6, 2021

63.429° S -20.26° E

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Up to $2,000 per person air credit on 2024 voyages

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Experience the Wilder Side of Iceland

Many travelers to Iceland only see Reykjavik and its outer environs, but the true heart of the country can be found in its remote landscapes, vast interior, and hard-to-reach coastal gems. Exploring on a small-ship expedition opens up incredible possibilities and provides a unique perspective of this subarctic island. Arrive by Zodiac at the base of world-class waterfalls, sail into dramatic fjords, and come ashore in secluded seaside towns to discover the daily rhythms of bucolic life. When you travel by ship, you can also sail beyond the beauty of Iceland, taking in more of the wildlife, landscapes, and culture that await in neighboring Arctic nations.

Explore the island nation of Iceland, where Earth’s geological drama unfolds around every corner as you hike to stunning waterfalls and encounter breathtaking natural landscapes, forged by lava flows over tens of thousands of years.

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Expedition Highlights

Known as the ‘land of fire and ice,’ Iceland is a place of geological extremes and rich culture which we’ve been exploring for over 50 years. Go beyond the Blue Lagoon to hike past massive glaciers in Ísafjördur, witness lively puffin colonies on the cliffs of Grimsey, marvel at the volcanic crater in Heimaey where the earth is still hot from lava flows in 1973, or let the Viking spirit guide you along rugged shorelines where turf-footed cottages and fascinating archaeological sites bring the legends of ancient seafarers to life. Many of our Arctic itineraries pair Iceland with an array of other destinations—from the remote Faroe Islands to neighboring Arctic nations like Greenland and Norway’s Svalbard archipelago—allowing you to explore the greatest depths of the far north in one expedition.

  • Experience all of Iceland’s stunning geological manifestations: glaciers, geysers, roaring waterfalls, immense cliffs, geothermal springs, boiling mud pots, and lava-scapes of unearthly beauty.

  • Get the most of your adventures as you actively explore Iceland’s natural landscapes and remote towns via Zodiacs, kayaks, biking, hiking, jeep excursions and more.

  • Go ashore with our naturalists and cultural specialists to call on remote Icelandic villages, meet welcoming locals, and learn about Iceland’s Viking heritage.

  • Encounter the region's flora and fauna as you search for humpback and minke whales, spot nesting puffins and gannets, and hike among native wildflowers.

  • Enjoy intimate musical performances from renowned Icelandic musicians that bring local traditions to life, curated by ethnomusicologist Jacob Edgar.

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We had the killer whales—the orcas—with [the gannets]. So they were both after the same food. They've arrived at the same restaurant, they're just at slightly different tables.

Jim Wilson, Naturalist

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