Torfhus Retreat, Iceland
Inspired by an Icelandic Viking farm at Stöng, Torfhus Retreat represents the classic Icelandic torfhouse style, made of stones, turf and... Read more
Take in this stunning island nation on an unforgettable journey that spans volcanic landscapes, thermal swimming pools and glacial rivers, ancient Viking sites and cosmopolitan Reykjavik, the world’s most northerly capital.
Journey Highlights
Arrive in Reykjavik and transfer to your modern hotel in the city centre. Tonight, join fellow guests for a welcome dinner.
Iceland Parliament Hotel | Meals: D
Spend the day exploring both the contemporary and traditional sides of this cultured coastal capital. Start with a visit to the National Museum of Iceland, which tells the story of Iceland’s founding through some 2,000 objects, including a medieval ship of the type used to settle the island. You then visit Hallgrimskirkja Church, the city’s most prominent landmark. Pause to take in the exterior of the Harpa, a cutting-edge performance centre built in 2011. This award-winning structure features a striking coloured-glass façade designed to evoke Iceland’s basalt landscape. This afternoon, embark on a thrilling whale-watching boat ride. About 20 species, such as blue whales, fin whales, minkes and humpbacks, each with its own characteristics and behaviours, visit Icelandic waters throughout the year. Marvel as these magnificent giants surface, sometimes within a few yards of your vessel, affording you an unforgettable, up-close wildlife encounter.
Iceland Parliament Hotel | Meals: B
Thingvellir National Park is that rare locale that is significant both as a scenic wonder and a cultural treasure: a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the Vikings established the world’s first democratic parliament more than 1,000 years ago. It’s also one of the few places you can straddle two continents at once, as the conjunction of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates is exposed here. Next, visit the regularly erupting Strokkur Geyser and stunning Gullfoss, where milky green glacial water plummets down Iceland’s most famous waterfall. Tonight, check in to your luxury retreat nestled in the wild Icelandic countryside, and raise a toast to the spectacular icy landscapes around you with an exhilarating Scenic Sundowner.
Torfhus Retreat | Meals: BLD
After breakfast, embark on a Super Jeep tour through Thorsmork (Valley of Thor), a vast nature reserve of snowy peaks, jade-green slopes and glacial rivers trickling through dark volcanic earth. In a land already known for scenic beauty, Thorsmork is a gem among gems, a paradise for trekkers and photographers. Explore today with a skilled driver-guide, who leads you along the trails and rivers while discussing the reserve’s history, geology and wildlife. After working up an appetite in the great outdoors, stop in the midst of the wild for an al fresco barbecue lunch, taking in the fresh air and striking beauty of this rugged natural setting. Tonight, indulge in a Chef’s Table experience at your hotel.
Torfhus Retreat | Meals: BLD
Today, witness majestic works of unchecked natural power, starting with the Urridafoss, the most voluminous waterfall in Iceland, watching as it plummets down to the sprawling Thjorsarhraun lava field. Then, visit Selfoss, where the past intertwines seamlessly with the present, as 35 meticulously restored historic buildings have over time transformed into a bustling cultural hub. Inaugurated in 2021, this centre fuses avant-garde architecture with the rich tapestry of Iceland’s heritage. Stop at the Old Dairy Selfoss food hall to savour contemporary Icelandic flavours for a delightful introduction to the nation’s evolving food culture. Continue to the Skyrland exhibition to sample skyr, Iceland’s distinct superfood, and take in a multi-sensory journey encompassing visuals, aromas, and flavours related to this Viking dairy delicacy. Afterward, view Kerid, a volcanic crater lake. Its caldera is still intact and the lake never drains out because it is at the level of the groundwater. Then, visit greenhouse farmers at Fridheimar to learn how they grow tomatoes year round using geothermal energy. Tonight, experience the diversity of Icelandic food as you enjoy dinner in the greenhouse.
Torfhus Retreat | Meals: BLD
Return to Reykjavik and enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities.
Afterward, return to your hotel. Gather this evening for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Iceland Parliament Hotel | Meals: BD
Enjoy breakfast before privately transferring to the airport for your departing flight.
Meals: B
Minimum age is 10 years.
First group event: welcome briefing at 6:00 p.m. on Day 1.
Last group event: farewell dinner at 7:30 p.m. on Day 7.
Departures are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of 2 guests.
Included with every Luxury Small Group Journey
Talk to one of our expert Journey Designers or your travel agent about booking this tour as a private journey for your own small group with family or friends. Or, if you would prefer to travel privately, find out more about creating the perfect bespoke tailor-made journey based on this itinerary.
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Inspired by an Icelandic Viking farm at Stöng, Torfhus Retreat represents the classic Icelandic torfhouse style, made of stones, turf and... Read more
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