FAQ

Organized Self-Drive Tours

What is the detailed itinerary?

It is a day by day itinerary. It includes suggestions for what to do on each day, suggested routes and general information, tailored to fit each day of your tour.

What is a CDW

Please refer to the CDW information on this site.

Scheduled multi-day bus tours

How long are the stops on your scheduled tours? Is there time to go hiking?

The lengths of the stops are not decided in beforehand. It all depends on the group, weather, route and tour guide. You will probably be able to go on a short hike - please consult your guide.

What type of car will be used for the ¿Across the Wilderness¿ tour?

It depends on availability and group-size. We will usually know the type one week prior to tour departure.

Airport transfers

Where do I take the FlyBus from Keflavik International Airport to Reykjavik?

The FlyBus operates in connection with all arriving flights and your seat is always guaranteed. The FlyBus departs from Keflavik Airport 35-40 minutes after each flight arrival.

Tickets are sold at a booth and in a ticket automat in the arrivals hall - look to your right after you come out of customs, you can't miss it! If you have a voucher, you need to exchange it for a ticket in the booth, before boarding the bus.

The bus takes you to BSI Bus Terminal in Reykjavik, where passangers board smaller busses that take them to some of the major hotels and guesthouses in Reykjavik. Total duration of the trip is 50-75 minutes from the airport to your hotel.

Daytours and Activities

Iceland in general

What about Iceland ?

Geologically speaking is Iceland Europe’s youngest country and the second largest island, around 103,000 sq.km. Iceland was the last European country to be settled by man and the present population is approx. 320.000.

Half of Iceland’s population lives in the capital Reykjavík and its neighbouring towns in the southwest. The centre of the country and highlands are uninhabited.

In Iceland you find unique, rugged, wild, amazing and the greatest contrasts possible in Mother Nature. Glaciers, craters, Geysers (hot springs), active volcanoes, black sand beaches and extensive lava fields are amongst the many things the island hast to offer.

Where is Iceland?

Iceland is the westernmost country in Europe, lies midway between North America and mainland Europe, and its northern coast is just below the Arctic Circle.

Icelandic culture and language

Do Icelandic people speak English?

The majority of Icelanders, especially the younger generation speaks fluent English and many speak several other languages, including Spanish, German, Danish or French. Most welcome the opportunity to practice their knowledge – so don’t by shy to approach and ask for directions!

What is the Icelandic food and accommodation like?

Of course Iceland serves some of the world’s freshest fish and seafood. Meats are organic and locally produced, the lamb is especially popular. The food is just as varied as you can find in any capital city. Vegetarians will have no problem finding delicious, organic meals.
American fast food can also be found almost everywhere and also numerous restaurants with international cuisine from Thai, South American to Indian.

In Iceland you find everything, from 4-star internationally known hotels, guesthouses, farms, cottages to camping sites. Iceland’s hotels and guesthouse suit all budgets, almost invariably clean and comfortable. World-class!!

How about those Icelandic Vikings?

The world’s greatest travellers and hosts were the Vikings. A 1000 year old quote from “The sayings of the Vikings”, suggests “ A guest needs giving water fine towels and friendliness, A cheerful word a chance to speak kindness and concern”

What are the Icelandic people like?

Quite Scandinavian, honest, sarcastic, exceptionally friendly, highly educated, sophisticated and very modern. Many will want to know what you think of their homeland so expect to be asked “how do you like Iceland” the minute you step out of the airplane.

And just to make sure, no one lives in an igloo and we do not have penguins and polar bears as pets. And no, you can NOT find Eskimos in Iceland!

What is a bonfire tour?

The Icelandic New Year's Eve is considered one of the world's most breathtaking New Year's celebrations.

The traditional Brenna bonfires of New Year's Eve have their origins in the Middle Ages when people built bonfires to burn the old things they no longer needed.

In Reykjavik there are several bonfires around town where inhabitants gather, shoot off fireworks, sing and dance as they wait for the New Year to come in. At midnight the skies open with thousands of fireworks set off across the city by families.

Take a night tour of Reykjavik and visit the bonfires, enjoying the holiday spirit and singing of the last day of the year!

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