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Iceland: Countryside & Reykjavik Pride

A grand gay tour of Iceland concluding with Reykjavík Pride.

From modern Reykjavík to the remote and pristine countryside, this 8-day adventure will immerse you in everything there is to love about the Land of Fire and Ice. You’ll explore the famous Golden Circle, cruise down a beach on an ATV, traverse a glacier by super-jeep, and celebrate Reykjavík Gay Pride with an international group of LGBTQ+ travellers and all the friendly locals.

 


Quick Facts


HIGHLIGHTS

  • Drive the iconic Golden Circle, famous for Gullfoss Waterfall and the Great Geysir
  • Hike an ancient glacier
  • Spend a day hiking and cruising glaciers on souped-up “Super Jeeps”
  • Take an ATV for a spin along a beautiful black beach
  • Discover some of Iceland’s most stunning waterfalls
  • Soak and soften up in the Sky Lagoon
  • Enjoy the best of Icelandic cuisine
  • Attend Reykjavík Pride and its unforgettable parade
  • Explore Surtshellir, or the cave of Surtr, named after the foe from the end of world event Ragnarök

DATES AND PRICES

2024
August 4-11, 2024 (From $6,995 USD)
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  • Tour Prices - All tour prices are in USD and based on double/twin occupancy
    • Tour Price: $6,995.00 per person
  • Single Supplement (Optional) - All single supplement prices are in USD and additional to the tour price
    • Single Supplement: $2,225.00 per person
  • Payment Terms: $750 Deposit - Balance Due 60 Days Before Departure
  • Guides and Hosts for this trip: Hafsteinn
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ITINERARY

Day 1 Reykjavik

Halló! Today you’ll meet your fellow travellers along with your Icelandic guide at 5PM for our Group Meeting. We’ll then head for an included dinner at one of Iceland’s best restaurants, followed by drinks and a potential spot of dancing.

Day 2 West Iceland Goats, Spa & Cave Exploration

On today’s west Iceland tour, we’ll visit the goat farmer Jóhanna who is lauded for almost single-handedly saving the Icelandic goat species from extinction. We’ll explore Surtshellir, or the cave of Surtr, named after the formidable foe from the End of World event Ragnarök in Nordic Mythology. You’ll be driving past the dwelling of Snorri Sturluson, the scholar, poet, and writer we have to thank for almost all we know about Nordic mythology and it’s not unlikely he used the eruptions that formed the many volcanic caves in the area as inspiration for his writings. We’ll take you to the Hraunfossar & Barnafossar waterfalls which have a tragic story behind them before soaking in the Krauma Spa.

Day 3 Þjórsárdalur Valley

Rise and shine! This morning we check out of our Reykjavík hotel and head off to Þjórsárdalur, or the Valley of Þjórsá River. This area was once quite densely populated, but after a volcanic eruption in 1104 most of the settlements were wiped out in the area. Foundations of one of the houses, Stöng, were discovered, rebuilt and opened as a museum in 1974.  This lush and green valley is full of rivers with countless waterfalls including Hjálparfoss, where twin falls cascade over a lava field. After today’s adventure we check into our countryside hotel where we stay for 2 nights.

Day 4 Mýrdalsjökull Glacier Trek & Super Jeep Tour

After a leisurely breakfast we’ll trek and ride souped-up “Super Jeeps” across Iceland’s 4th-largest glacier. We’ll hit the Mýrdalsjökull Glacier for an ice-walking lesson, then partake in this Icelandic pastime. Please be aware ice-walking is tricky for the best of us—good mobility is required on this activity. Best of all, this tour takes us off the beaten track, away from the standard sites, giving you the full glacier experience.

Day 5 Golden Circle & Black Beach ATV

Today we’ll continue on the Golden Circle to see the infamous Geysir and his little brother Strokkur before visiting Gullfoss, one of the most majestic waterfalls in Iceland. Later today we’ll hop on ATVs and cruise along the black sand beach on the south coast. This thrilling adventure will allow you to enjoy the stunning nature of Iceland uniquely. No experience is required, but you will require your driver’s license. After today’s adventure, we head back to Reykjavik.

Day 6 Sky Lagoon/Reykjavík

Today we relax and roam. We start the day with a leisurely breakfast before we head to Sky Lagoon via taxi/private transfer for a relaxing dip and 7-step ritual, give this geothermal oceanside lagoon some extra sizzle with other gay and lesbian travelers who are also in town for Pride. Grab a drink at the in-water bar and chat up your fellow dippers. Head back to our hotel in Reykjavík via private transfer. The rest of the day is yours to roam around and enjoy everything Reykjavik has to offer. This evening features an optional group dinner, and perhaps some Pride festivities.

Day 7 Reykjavík Pride

After yesterday’s busy itinerary you can take this morning to relax until noon. Then together we’ll join our guide and witness Reykjavík’s official Gay Pride Parade and an outdoor concert. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a farewell dinner at Fiskfélagið Restaurant before heading to the official Pride Dance, the festival’s flagship event. Be sure to end it with a bang!

Day 8 Reykjavík/Departure

There are no activities planned today, so you are free to depart at your leisure. Safe travels!


GUIDES AND HOSTS

ICELAND GROUP LEADER

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

  • Arrival & departure transfers to/from Out Adventures’ joining/finishing point hotel via shared shuttle. For full details, please see ‘A Special Note On Arrival Transfers’ in Important Information.
  • Group leader from beginning to end of tour
  • Breakfast daily, 3 dinners
  • Pride Brunch
  • Pride Closing Party
  • 3-star or higher accommodation (7 nights)
  • West Iceland Tour & Sightseeing
  • Glacier Hike + Super Jeep Tour
  • Sky Lagoon entrance
  • Golden Circle tour
  • Reykjavík city walk
  • A $50 USD Rainbow Railroad donation to help resettle LGBTQ+ refugees. Read more here.

WHAT ISN’T INCLUDED?

  • International Airfare
  • Meals & Activities not mentioned in itinerary
  • Travel insurance is mandatory for all travellers. Click here for more details.
  • Gratuities for Tour Leader ($40-80 USD)
  • Gratuities for drivers, hotel staff, porters (approximately $50 USD)
  • COVID-19 rapid tests, or any expenses related to a guest contracting COVID-19. Click here for more details.

LGBT INFO FOR Iceland

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

What to bring, visa information, required
vaccinations, travel insurance and more.
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EXAMPLES OF ACCOMMODATIONS

Reykjavik
Alda Hotel
Exterior
Reykjavik
Alda Hotel
Standard Room
Reykjavik
Alda Hotel
Standard Room
Reykjavik
Alda Hotel
Bathroom
Reykjavik
Alda Hotel
Restaurant
Golden Circle
Blue Hotel Fagrilundur
Lobby
Golden Circle
Blue Hotel Fagrilundur
Standard Room
Golden Circle
Blue Hotel Fagrilundur
Bathroom
Golden Circle
Blue Hotel Fagrilundur
Jacuzzi


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Ian Z

This was my second Out Adventures tour and won't be my last.
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We got VIP treatment at a large local gay Reykjavík event, had special unadvertised extras along the way and got to know people we ordinarily would have just been introduced to in passing. This was my second Out Adventures tour and won’t be my last.

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Paul H

It turned out to be a trip of a lifetime!
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THIS was a tour I went on to appease my partner, I truly was nervous about an “active” adventure. Truth is it turned out to be a trip of a lifetime! Spectacular country with beautiful views, great tour guide, the other travelers were super, and a wonderful itinerary that, as an active one, wasn’t so active that it wore me out! Our days were full and wonderful and I would definitely travel with Out Adventures again. We are already planning our next trip!

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Michael H

The guide was excellent and the destination amazing
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The trip far exceeded expectations. Every day’s events were well planned yet flexible enough to accommodate for weather conditions (two excursions were switched to take advantage of this). Though clearly this is not something that can be done on all trips this demonstrates how important the customer experience is to Out Adventures. The guide was excellent and the destination amazing. Our experience was so positive we’re already planning our next trip with Out Adventures.

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Tim J

Very good variety of activities, beautiful country.
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Friendly and helpful Out Adventures staff before the trip , a great local guide, very good variety of activities, beautiful country.

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David D

Traveling with Gudni is like having an old friend show you around their home country.
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Not only does Out Adventures put together an ideal itinerary for visiting Iceland, but traveling with Gudni is like having an old friend show you around their home country with pride and a knowledge of the facts AND the people.

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Brian Y

Iceland is an amazing place!
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Iceland is an amazing place and Out Adventures makes sure you’ll have a gay time!

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Dave C

Our tour leader Haffy went above and beyond
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Iceland had been on my list of destinations for years. Out Adventures provided a memorable first visit to this amazing country, and our tour leader Haffy went above and beyond to ensure we were enjoying ourselves. Thank you for a great trip!!

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Accommodations

All accommodations on Out Adventures tours include breakfast and are located in areas central to our activities. All amenities are examples only, and may differ from hotel to hotel.

3-Star+ Hotels: Great Icelandic design, clean and comfortable rooms along with basic amenities such as a simple restaurant/breakfast area, some featuring spas. Customer service is good, but offers no frills.

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