Exclusives
THE PEOPLE YOU MEET - OUR GUIDES
Each guide at Iceland Travel is carefully selected for their specific knowldge and dynamic personalities. These are local people that know Iceland and take pride in showing their country. Our guide team consists of nature enthusiasts, art & culture lovers, geological specialists, experienced hiking guides, Super Truck experts, bird enthusiasts, responsible adventurers, knowledgeable ice climbers and above all else, friendly people.
EXCLUSIVE REYKJAVIK CITY
Discover Reykjavík city in a new and fun way, while walking with a local expert for quick immersion into the country and culture. During the walk through the city center, make stops at various locations where you can view art and culture and even see and taste traditional Icelandic food.
Make us work for you, by setting up events, social arrangements or whatever your clients may find interesting during their stay in Iceland. Whatever your special request, we make it happen.
SHOPPING WITH AN ICELANDIC DESIGNER
Hip fashion, designer jewelry, cutting edge music and sturdy outdoor wear - Iceland's got it all, even the classic Icelandic sweater. Brands like 66¨N and Cintamani create stylish yet durable outerwear great for hiking or just for keeping warm. Jewelry designers often incorporate gold or silver with materials found in Iceland's nature, such as lava rock for a truly unique and organic look. Reykjavík may very well be the best-kept secret of the cosmopolitan shopping enthusiast.
Top Icelandic designers guide visitors through Reykjavik's fashion district as personal shopping assistants. The service, tailored to the interests of each client, includes help finding the city's best shops, advice on hot trends and how to get that unmistakable Icelandic look.
LUNCH WITH THE LOCALS
There is no better way to get to know a destination than dining with locals in the privacy of their home. Sit down for lunch with a family to enjoy a traditional meat soup that has been a staple in Icelandic kitchens for centuries, accompanied with freshly baked bread and a glass of good wine or pure Icelandic spring water. This exclusive insight into Icelandic culture, life and tradition is an unforgettable experience.
TASTE ICELANDIC SHARK
Tasting Icelandic shark is the ultimate experience in extreme cuisine. Visit Bjarnarhöfn shark curing farm/museum where a Fear Factor style experience awaits. Listen to the remarkable history of the region and taste traditional Icelandic specialties, such as dried fish and traditional cured shark. Top it off with a taste of the Icelandic schnapps "brennivín" or better known as Black-Death.
VIKING HORSE SHOW AND GEOTHERMAL GREENHOUSES
The Icelandic Viking Horse is a magnificent breed that has not changed since Vikings rode them 1000 years ago. Friðheimar Horse Farm is a charming and beautiful farm located in wooden surroundings where visitors enjoy a professional display of the history and five gaits of the Icelandic horse. Guests are invited to chat with the expert riders and interact with the friendly animals known for their gentle natures, speed and intelligence.
Located on the farm are greenhouses which are almost totally powered with geothermal and hydroelectric energy. Clean energy provides resources to grow all sorts of organic fruits and vegetables in greenhouses. You can savor some local delicacies such as rye bread, baked underground in the hot springs and Icelandic smoked salmon.
VISIT A HORSE BREEDING FARM
Trekking on the hardy, sure-footed Icelandic Viking horse is an excellent introduction to the friendly breed first brought to the country in the 9th century by the Vikings. Meet with the local people at Hestheimar (Horse World), who will describe the many unique characteristics of the Icelandic horse. Strong and muscular, yet small and gentle, with great stamina, speed and intelligence, they are the perfect riding companions for handling the roughest Icelandic terrain.
DEEP SEA FISHING
When it comes to Deep Sea Fishing, location is key. Traveling through Iceland´s glistening, pollution-free waters while fishing for cod, haddock, pollock and catfish is a thrilling adventure. Suitable for first timers and experienced fishermen alike, expert anglers guide you the the best spots, ensuring your line stays tight. Afterwards your catch can be prepared and served at select restaurants. It simply doesn't get fresher than this!
UNIQUE SAILING ON A SCHOONER
Sailing along the island nation of Iceland aboard a beautiful schooner is a wonderful way to encounter our nature, interesting historical sites, marine and bird life. This unique experience offers sail training, deep-sea angling and so much more. After departing by zodiac to a secluded beach, visitors can enjoy a fun barbeque party.
RUSTIC PLEASURES IN HVALFJÖRÐUR FJORD
Enjoy an intimate moment of fun and folklore visiting a local farmer and artist in Hvalfjörður Fjord, just outside Reykjavik. Get introduced to Icelandic farming life and visit the charming Gallery Álfhóll with beautiful handicrafts and local artwork. Traditional Icelandic music is performed while you sample freshly baked homemade treats. Those with a heartier appetite can also sample local delicacies such as mussels, smoked lamb, whale carpaccio and homebrewed dandelion wine. This cozy interlude is a great way to appreciate Iceland's rural life first hand and spend some quality time with the locals.
