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TOURS IN WEST ICELAND

Iceland’s quiet western region is like a land before time, with its ancient lava formations and remnants from early Norse settlers. From the folklore-laden Snæfellsjökull glacier to the Saga sites around the Borgarfjörður valley, an adventure in West Iceland awaits you with a tour tailor-made by the local experts at Nordic Visitor.

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TRAVEL TO WEST ICELAND

West Iceland is home to many picture-perfect landscapes, the most popular of which can be found on the mountainous Snæfellsnes peninsula. Here you can visit the ice-capped Snæfellsjökull stratovolcano, believed by some to be supernatural, as well as the secluded Dritvík cove, the dramatic Arnarstapi cliffs, the photogenic Kirkjufell mountain and charming fishing villages like Stykkishólmur.

Around the Borgarfjörður valley in western Iceland you can experience other unique attractions such as the Hrausfossar waterfall, the Deildartunguhver hot springs as well as the Víðgelmir lava cave, the largest of its kind found in Iceland, and the popular “Into the Glacier” tour at Langjökull glacier.

Nordic history buffs won't want to miss the Icelandic Settlement Centre at Borgarnes, the medieval research centre at Reykholt, and Eiríksstaður, a replica Viking farmstead.

To explore Iceland’s west coast at your own pace, a road trip is recommended. In fact, a side trip around the Snæfellsnes peninsula is a great addition to a Ring Road itinerary. Don’t want to drive? Join a guided small group tour or visit the region’s top sights on a day tour from Reykjavik.

Our local Icelandic travel experts always goes the extra mile for you. You’ll have your own dedicated travel consultant at your service before, during and even after your tour. All itineraries are designed to be well-structured so you can make the most of your Icelandic adventure and can be tailored to your preferences.

You'll also take advantage of all our signature benefits, including our very own Nordic Visitor Iceland Travel Guide, hand-marked map with your route, accommodations and highlights, and access to our 24/7 helpline while travelling in Iceland. 

Though summer is the most popular time to visit the area, West Iceland is also a wonderful place to stay in winter (October – March) for possible nighttime sightings of the northern lights.

Each region of Iceland is unique — why not see them all? To drive around the entire Ring Road, we recommend a tour of 10 days or longer. Don‘t hesitate to get in touch, we are here to help plan your perfect holiday to Iceland.

 

— WHY US?

Why book with Nordic Visitor

  • Hassle-free & seamless travel experience
  • Flexible & customisable tour options
  • Value for your money
  • Professional service from local experts
  • 24/7 emergency helpline during tour

EXPLORE WEST ICELAND WITH THESE POPULAR TOURS

For an incredible travel experience in West Iceland, we recommend these customisable tours below.

Iceland
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Self-drive
8 days / 7 nights
4.9
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South & West Iceland Classic

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8 days / 7 nights
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Iceland
Self-drive
6 days / 5 nights
4.8
Apr - Sep

South Iceland & Into the Glacier

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6 days / 5 nights
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Iceland
Self-drive
8 days / 7 nights
4.9
Oct - Apr

South & West Iceland Classic - Winter

214255ISK

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8 days / 7 nights
Oct - Apr

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Self-drive
10 days / 9 nights
4.9
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South & West Iceland at Leisure

350744ISK

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Travel around all of Iceland

Discover what makes each region of Iceland unique with a journey around the entire Ring Road. We recommend these tours.

Self-drive
10 days / 9 nights
5.0
May - Sep

Romance Around Iceland

457937ISK

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10 days / 9 nights
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Iceland
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Self-drive
10 days / 9 nights
4.9
May - Sep

Iceland Full Circle Classic

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10 days / 9 nights
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Iceland
Save up to 111000 ISK
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Self-drive
14 days / 13 nights
4.8
May - Sep

Iceland Complete Classic

500662ISK

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14 days / 13 nights
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Self-drive
17 days / 16 nights
4.9
May - Sep

Iceland Grand Tour

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531045ISK

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17 days / 16 nights
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Local travel agency

As a travel agency with offices in Reykjavík, Edinburgh, Stockholm and Lucerne, Nordic Visitor knows how to make the most of your time in Europe. Choose from a variety of carefully curated tours that include must-see attractions as well as lesser-known highlights.

You can also make customisations to your itinerary by adding extra nights, optional activities, or upgrades to your tour. Or ask your personal travel consultant for advice and they will tailor your itinerary. This way you get a travel experience that is perfectly suited to you. 

Your dedicated travel consultant will arrange all the local details for you. You get accommodation, activities, transport, and other services included in your package. If you need to rework your itinerary, we’ll handle it for you so you can relax and look forward to your getaway.

Different ways you can experience Iceland

We have tours for all varieties of travel styles and interests. See our options for exploring Iceland below.

What do our customers say?

The reviews speak for themselves. See what Nordic Visitor travellers said about their experience with us.

Scott, United Kingdom
Iceland Full Circle Classic - Winter, November 2023

We had an amazing time

We cannot recommend our tour enough. We had an amazing time and have already told friends and family about it. Iceland is an amazing place and I am sure we will be back and will use Nordic Visitor again!

James, United States
Iceland Full Circle Classic, September 2023

Experience of a lifetime

I primarily wanted to use Nordic Visitor as a resource for creating our 14-day trip itinerary, to help weed through what seemed to be an endless array of choices, and to help us to get the very most out of our time in Iceland. Yes, we could have pieced it together ourselves but I needed an advocate in Iceland, an advisor, and maybe a resource for us if issues were to arise. That piece of mind was important to my wife and me and I'm glad we chose them to frame our trip. It made it much easier to piece in the parts that were important to us to see and experience. That allowed us to just enjoy the trip and not get bogged down in the details of planning each and every moment.

There are so many things I could say about our experience, an experience of a lifetime and after posting snippets of our trip on social media I have found that several friends of mine want to know how we planned this trip. I told them the same thing I am saying here, save a little money if you want and plan it yourself or trust a reliable source like Nordic Visitor and let them give you the trip framework and essential advice. I would do it the same way if I were doing it over.

Christopher, Australia
Winter Highlights - Private, November 2023

Warm and engaging guide

Great tour. The sights are of course amazing and the tour made the most of our time, weather and our interests/priorities. Driver and guide David managed all of these very well. He was also very knowledgeable and personally warm and engaging. Could not have asked for more.

Jerine, Canada
Natural Wonders of Iceland, August 2023

Perfect for solo traveller

A beautiful itinerary, exceptional guide and perfect weather made this a trip I will never forget. Nordic Visitor made the process easy, and Iceland opened her arms. My 10-day small group tour was perfect for a solo traveller who wanted to see it all. 

Kimberly, Canada
Iceland Road Trip, October 2023

Trip of a lifetime

Overall this was an amazing experience! A trip of a lifetime that I could never have planned myself. Any questions I had during planning were answered faster than expected and I felt safe and well looked after during the trip. Trip was smooth and hassle free.

Patricia, United States
Scenic South Iceland, August 2023

5-star experience

Not only did we absolutely love every stop on the Scenic South Iceland tour, but prior to the tour we stayed for 4 days in Reykjavík. I appreciated Nordic Visitor's recommendations for things to do and places to eat there and felt highly supported by Marko, our travel consultant, in every regard to booking our flight and own hotel, day trips I was interested in, and taking public transport around. A definite 5-star experience!

David, Australia
Iceland Full Circle Classic - Winter, October 2023

Many thanks to Nordic Visitor

Absolutely amazing. No issues whatsoever. We saw it all from North to South and much of in between. From reindeer to whales and more beautiful waterfalls and volcanic bits than you could hope to see in a week. Every hour the scenery seemed to change dramatically. Just a great experience. Many thanks to Nordic Visitor.

Robert, United States
Romance Around Iceland, July 2023

Best vacation we have had

Everyone at Nordic Visitor were very responsive to all questions we had during our 30-year anniversary trip to Iceland. We had airline travel issues and the representative adjusted our itinerary so we were able to see the whole island. The accommodation were beautiful and everyone was so friendly. This was the best vacation we have had, we left Iceland relaxed!

Travel Guide

Be prepared for just about anything on your Icelandic adventure.

Our services

Whether you choose a guided tour or a self-drive vacation, all customers receive personalised service with a designated travel consultant, tailor-made quality travel documents, and our self-drive clients receive a hand-marked map that outlines their route, overnight stays and highlights along the way. Furthermore, Nordic Visitor has long-standing professional relationships with local tour operators, which are carefully selected by our staff and are recognized for consistent, quality service.

Book with confidence

  • Protect your money & plans with our flexible booking terms  .
  • Get peace of mind with a 24/7 helpline during your stay.
  • Enjoy personal service from Iceland-based travel experts.
  • We’re here for you in case of unforeseen circumstances.
  • 97% of customers say they’d recommend us to friends.
  • As a local agency, we work closely with trusted suppliers.
  • We’re a fully licensed and insured company in Iceland.

Contact us

Whether you have queries about our tours or want to add activities to existing bookings, we’re here to help. Get in touch with our friendly team for any of your travel questions.

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