Iceland Nature & Wellness Retreat - Sample Itinerary

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Duration

6 days · 5 nights

Travel Date

TBD - 2023

Activity Level

Moderate

Group Size

12

Transportation

Van

Tour Price

USD 0
/ person

Your Fellow Explorers

Age range

21 - 85

Travel interest

Wellness, nature, outdoors, yoga

Your Local Guide

Road trip, Iceland

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Iceland>Iceland Nature & Wellness Retreat - Sample Itinerary

Adventure across the stunning island of Iceland to explore glaciers, volcanoes, and waterfalls on a six-day wellness retreat. Iceland’s contrasts of fire and ice will serve as our inspiration, guiding our energetic morning yoga practices and our restorative evening sessions. Beyond the backdrop of Iceland’s emerald coast, you’ll explore your own inner landscape, reconnecting with the raw, the essential, the vibrant, and the eternally true aspects of yourself.

Our experience will be anchored next to the iconic Skógafoss Waterfall, where we’ll camp under the stars cozied up to this magnificent wonder. Each morning, we’ll climb out of our tents for our morning practice besides the waterfall: movement, breath, and meditation to awaken and energize us for the coming excursion. Our daily adventures include hiking to the Mýrdalsjökull glacier and the Eldhraun Lava Field, river rafting in the Gullfoss canyon, and floating in the famed Blue Lagoon. You’ll have ample free time to explore and hike amid some of the most beautiful landscapes on Earth. Back at home camp, we’ll end each evening with a restorative yoga session, nurturing our bodies with gentle movement and breath, Yoga Nidra meditation, and savasana.

This trip is an exploration of contrasts: fire and ice, movement and meditation, adventure and rest. Together, we’ll navigate the polarities of Iceland, as you learn how to inhabit the middle space, the place of sustainable wellness. You’ll return home with tools to help you continue to feel whole, vibrant, and connected — a new set of yoga practices, fresh perspective, and a better understanding and appreciation of your inner landscape.

Cancellation policy

Refunds for deposits
Once you make a deposit, your spot is 100% secured and guaranteed for this trip! We are committed to ensuring we hold that spot for you right up until full payment is made and your trip commences. This means that in the event that you decide to cancel your trip after placing a deposit, we are unable to refund that deposit.

Refunds for fully-paid trips
If you cancel your trip after making full payment, you may change or cancel your trip up to 30 days before the tour departure for a credit towards a future trip. You will receive a credit equivalent to 100% of your trip payment to be used anytime within the next 2 years from the date the credit note is issued.

A full credit will also be issued if the tour is canceled due to COVID-19 travel restrictions (see our COVID-19 guarantee on the tour itinerary page). We suggest buying your own travel insurance for coverage of cancellations within 30 days of the tour commencing for reasons other than a full tour cancellation.

Your TourHero

Your TourHero

Duration

6 days · 5 nights

Travel Date

TBD - 2023

Activity Level

Moderate

Group Size

12

Transportation

Van

Iceland>Iceland Nature & Wellness Retreat - Sample Itinerary

Adventure across the stunning island of Iceland to explore glaciers, volcanoes, and waterfalls on a six-day wellness retreat. Iceland’s contrasts of fire and ice will serve as our inspiration, guiding our energetic morning yoga practices and our restorative evening sessions. Beyond the backdrop of Iceland’s emerald coast, you’ll explore your own inner landscape, reconnecting with the raw, the essential, the vibrant, and the eternally true aspects of yourself.

Our experience will be anchored next to the iconic Skógafoss Waterfall, where we’ll camp under the stars cozied up to this magnificent wonder. Each morning, we’ll climb out of our tents for our morning practice besides the waterfall: movement, breath, and meditation to awaken and energize us for the coming excursion. Our daily adventures include hiking to the Mýrdalsjökull glacier and the Eldhraun Lava Field, river rafting in the Gullfoss canyon, and floating in the famed Blue Lagoon. You’ll have ample free time to explore and hike amid some of the most beautiful landscapes on Earth. Back at home camp, we’ll end each evening with a restorative yoga session, nurturing our bodies with gentle movement and breath, Yoga Nidra meditation, and savasana.

This trip is an exploration of contrasts: fire and ice, movement and meditation, adventure and rest. Together, we’ll navigate the polarities of Iceland, as you learn how to inhabit the middle space, the place of sustainable wellness. You’ll return home with tools to help you continue to feel whole, vibrant, and connected — a new set of yoga practices, fresh perspective, and a better understanding and appreciation of your inner landscape.

Timeline

  • Day 1 · Reykjanes Peninsula, Blue Lagoon & Skógar
  • Arrive in Iceland
  • Transfer from airport to Krysuvik Geothermal Area
  • Visit Gunnuhver Hot Spring, bridge between continents, and Geldingadalur Lava Field
  • Blue Lagoon experience
  • Transfer to campsite
  • Check-in at Skógar campsite (or similar according to availability)
  • Dinner
  • Restorative yoga session
  • Day 2 · Golden Circle & Skógar
  • Breakfast
  • Morning yoga session
  • Excursion: Golden Circle tour (lunch included)
  • Dinner
  • Restorative yoga session
  • Day 3 · Fimmvörðuháls & Skógar
  • Breakfast
  • Morning yoga session
  • Excursion: Fimmvörðuháls hike (lunch included)
  • Dinner
  • Restorative yoga session
  • Day 4 · South Coast & Skógar
  • Breakfast
  • Morning yoga session
  • Excursion: Glacier and lagoon tour (lunch included)
  • Dinner
  • Restorative yoga session
  • Day 5 · Skógar, South Coast & Reykjavík
  • Breakfast and check out of campsite
  • Morning yoga session
  • Excursion: Waterfall tour (lunch included)
  • Transfer to Reykjavík
  • Check-in at Center Hotels (or similar according to availability)
  • Dinner
  • Day 6 · Departure
  • Breakfast and check out of accommodation
  • Transfer from accommodation to airport
  • Journey ends

Details

Day 1

Welcome to Iceland – start this wellness journey with a visit to the Blue Lagoon!

Welcome to Iceland! Our exploration of Iceland’s wonders will be the gateway to explore your inner landscape through movement, meditation, breathwork, and deep rest.

Upon arrival, you’ll take your transfer to some of the best locations Iceland has to offer, starting with the Gunnuhver Hot Spring, bridge between the continents, and Geldingadalur Lava Field. From here, you’ll head to the famed Blue Lagoon to experience the magical powers of the geothermal seawater in the iconic blue basin. There’s no better way to begin a week of mind and body work than this! From here, we’ll head to our campsite next to the majestic Skógafoss Waterfall, get settled, and enjoy our first meal together with time to get to know each other. The night will end with a restorative yoga session to get the mind and body ready for a restful sleep.

Day 2

Enjoy a tour of the Golden Circle with an epic rafting experience in Gullfoss Canyon

We’ll wake early for our daily morning yoga session beside the waterfall, which will include activating breathwork, warming movement, and grounding meditation. Our practice will prepare us for our upcoming explorations, as we’ll embark on a guided tour of Iceland’s Golden Circle. Before we depart, we’ll enjoy a nourishing breakfast prepared for us on-site, filling the body with healthy sustenance to fuel you for a day of movement and mindfulness.

We’ll start with a rafting tour through the Gullfoss Canyon, enjoying the waves, the rapids, the stunning backdrop, and the river itself. After a hot shower and sauna session, we'll continue on our way, stopping by the Geysir Geothermal Area, home of the original erupting “geyser” and its counterpart Strokkur. Next, we’ll venture to the Gullfoss Waterfall, a breathtaking sight of power and grandeur, before making our way to Þingvellir National Park. This majestic treasure features the largest natural lake in Iceland and was deemed a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With a final stop at the Kerid Crater, we’ll arrive back at the campsite in time for dinner, followed by a soft and relaxing restorative yoga session.

Day 3

Hike the Fimmvörðuháls trail to the Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glaciers

After a restful sleep, wake up to another beautiful day at the campsite, ready to enjoy the stunning landscape of Iceland in good company. We’ll start the day with breath, movement, and meditation. After a delicious breakfast, we’ll head to the Fimmvörðuháls trailhead for an invigorating day-hike.

This popular path showcases the location of the first phase of the 2010 eruption of Eyjafjallajökull. On this trek, enjoy the spectacular views of nature and exciting geological features, as the trail goes from the nature reserve of Þórsmörk, up between the two glaciers of Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull. We’ll return to the campsite with a full heart, ready to refuel and share our experiences over dinner. We’ll close out the night with a group share and delicious restorative yoga session.

Day 4

Explore the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach, the Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon, and more on a full-day odyssey

We’re getting in a rhythm! After yoga and breakfast in the quiet of the morning beside the waterfall, we’ll tour more of the area, starting with the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach. Here, parts of the glaciers break off from their mass and float back towards the black sand beach. You’ll quickly see why it’s called Diamond Beach!

From here, we’ll head to the Eldhraun Lava Field created by Volcano Laki in the 1700s; its tragic eruption killed almost 25% of the total population. We’ll also visit a rare historic site called Hofskirkja, one of six turf churches left in the country. Our last stop is at Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon, a sight that is sure to impress on this tour of nature’s wonders: rocky cliffs, green moss, and flowing rivers. After a full day of exploration, giving us the chance to connect as a group and with nature, we’ll share dinner back at the campsite. We’ll close our day with gentle movement and deep stretching to care for the muscles that carried us all over the beauty of Iceland.

Day 5

Chase waterfalls on Iceland’s South Coast during a full-day sightseeing tour before heading to Reykjavík

Today is our last full day in this stunning place, and we’ll savor our morning yoga practice and breakfast. Grounded and fueled for a day of exploration, we'll pack and embark on our final excursion: a trip to some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the country! We’ll make stops at the Skógafoss Waterfall and the Sólheimajökull Glacier first, then head to the Seljalandsfoss Waterfall for a walk through its narrow canyon. This waterfall's natural design will lead us to beautiful cascading waters on the other side.

Lastly, we'll travel to the Gljúfrabúi Waterfall for one final look at Iceland's magic, after which we’ll head to the capital Reykjavík. Here, we'll enjoy one last dinner as a group before we part in the morning.

Day 6

Say goodbye to a beautiful experience in the heart of Iceland

Our adventure has been an exploration of fire and ice, movement and meditation, adventure and rest. You’re returning home with tools to help you continue to feel whole, vibrant, and connected — a new set of yoga practices, fresh perspective, and a better understanding and appreciation of your inner landscape.

After one final breakfast together, it’s time to pack up and take your transfer to the airport to catch your flight. I hope you’ll join me again on another retreat soon!

Accommodation

  • Skógar campsite and Hotel Kverna (or similar according to availability)

    Enjoy your time in Iceland at a stellar campsite just steps away from the iconic Skógafoss Waterfall! The retreat will include all camping equipment needed (tents, sleeping bag, yoga mats, towels, pillow, cooking equipment) and will also allow you to use the facilities at the nearby Hotel Kverna. This accommodation offers bathrooms and showers, along with a gym, hot tub, and sauna. The hotel will also provide all on-site meals during your stay. Room type: Tents; shared occupancy.

  • Center Hotels (or similar according to availability)

    Stay in the heart of the city at Center Hotels. With eight different properties located in the city center of Reykjavik (most within walking distance of each other), each one offers something a little different, from industrial chic decor to minimalist Nordic design to intimate and cosmopolitan vibes. Whichever of the Center Hotels you end up in, you’ll enjoy a balance of snug Icelandic comfort, modern amenities, and warm service. Note: Your group might be split up into different hotels, depending on booking capacity — we will try our best to put your group in the same hotel. Room type: Double room; shared occupancy.

Included

  • 4 nights at Skógar campsite (or similar)
  • 1 night at Center Hotels (or similar)
  • Shared occupancy in accommodation
  • All camping gear
  • Use of Hotel Kverna’s facilities in Skógar
  • Three meals per day
  • Airport and activity transfers
  • AM/PM yoga and meditations sessions
  • Daily sightseeing excursions around Iceland
  • Guide/driver for the duration of the retreat

Not included

  • Flights
  • Extra food/snacks
  • Personal expenses not stipulated
  • Optional add-ons
  • Gratuities

Cancellation policy

Refunds for deposits
Once you make a deposit, your spot is 100% secured and guaranteed for this trip! We are committed to ensuring we hold that spot for you right up until full payment is made and your trip commences. This means that in the event that you decide to cancel your trip after placing a deposit, we are unable to refund that deposit.

Refunds for fully-paid trips
If you cancel your trip after making full payment, you may change or cancel your trip up to 30 days before the tour departure for a credit towards a future trip. You will receive a credit equivalent to 100% of your trip payment to be used anytime within the next 2 years from the date the credit note is issued.

A full credit will also be issued if the tour is canceled due to COVID-19 travel restrictions (see our COVID-19 guarantee on the tour itinerary page). We suggest buying your own travel insurance for coverage of cancellations within 30 days of the tour commencing for reasons other than a full tour cancellation.

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