Luxury Expeditions
National Geographic Explorer - 148 Guests
Fire and Ice: An 8-Day Sail Around Iceland
Reykjavík, Iceland Roundtrip

Sail around Iceland on an 8-day expedition that reveals its famed natural wonders. Hike or bike to explore remote waterfalls, secluded valleys, dramatic fjords, black-sand beaches, and forest-filled canyons. Spot an abundance of seabirds from Atlantic puffins to Arctic terns and cruise into an otherworldly glacier lagoon. Along the way, meet locals who will share Icelandic traditions as well as a glimpse into daily life, both past and present, on this subarctic island.

 

 

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Sail around the Island of Fire and Ice, discovering its wealth of wildlife, striking geological formations, and a culture steeped in saga and exploration history
  • Explore a variety of landscapes across the island, from lava fields and geothermal springs to black-sand beaches and thundering waterfalls
  • Hike the rim of a volcanic crater for spectacular views of the Westman Islands
  • Walk along boardwalks for close views of puffins at Borgarfjarðarhöfn, often called the ‘puffin capital of Iceland’
  • Visit Goðafoss, the largest waterfall in Iceland, and cruise among ethereal icebergs in a glacier lagoon
  • Explore Iceland's remote countryside by venturing into the uniquely shaped Ásbyrgi Canyon and surveying the glacial canyons of the northern coast
  • With the National Geographic Expeditions Adventurers program, our exclusive family program, kids and teens will learn about this fascinating part of the world—from puffling patrol to the split of Iceland's tectonic plates

DATES / RATES

Rates are listed per person in USD. Promotional offers are not reflected in the rates below.
Start DateEnd Datecategory-1category-2category-3category-4category-5category-6category-7
Jun 03, 2025Jun 10, 20258,94610,54910,99712,55813,62216,32418,900
Jun 10, 2025Jun 17, 20259,04410,66111,10912,68413,76216,48519,096
Jun 17, 2025Jun 24, 20259,04410,66111,10912,68413,76216,48519,096
Jun 24, 2025Jul 01, 20259,04410,66111,10912,68413,76216,48519,096
Jul 01, 2025Jul 08, 20258,1409,5959,99811,41612,38614,83717,186
Jul 08, 2025Jul 15, 20259,04410,66111,10912,68413,76216,48519,096
Jul 15, 2025Jul 22, 20259,04410,66111,10912,68413,76216,48519,096
Jul 22, 2025Jul 29, 20259,04410,66111,10912,68413,76216,48519,096
Jul 29, 2025Aug 05, 20258,1409,5959,99811,41612,38614,83717,186
Aug 05, 2025Aug 12, 20259,04410,66111,10912,68413,76216,48519,096
May 17, 2026May 24, 20269,12410,79511,21612,80913,89416,65019,278
May 24, 2026May 31, 20269,12410,79511,21612,80913,89416,65019,278
May 31, 2026Jun 07, 20269,12410,79511,21612,80913,89416,65019,278
Jun 07, 2026Jun 14, 20269,22410,87411,33112,93714,30716,81419,477
Jun 14, 2026Jun 21, 20269,22410,87411,33112,93714,30716,81419,477
Jun 21, 2026Jun 28, 20269,22410,87411,33112,93714,30716,81419,477
Jun 28, 2026Jul 05, 20269,22410,87411,33112,93714,30716,81419,477
Jul 05, 2026Jul 12, 20269,22410,87411,33112,93714,30716,81419,477
Jul 12, 2026Jul 19, 20269,22410,87411,33112,93714,30716,81419,477
Jul 19, 2026Jul 26, 20269,22410,87411,33112,93714,30716,81419,477
Jul 26, 2026Aug 02, 20269,22410,87411,33112,93714,30716,81419,477
Aug 02, 2026Aug 09, 202610,12911,94012,44214,20615,41318,46321,387
Rates are listed per person in USD. Promotional offers are not reflected in the rates below.
Start DateEnd Date(Starting from)
category-1		(Mid-range)
category-4		(High-end)
category-7
Jun 03, 2025Jun 10, 20258,94612,55818,900
Jun 10, 2025Jun 17, 20259,04412,68419,096
Jun 17, 2025Jun 24, 20259,04412,68419,096
Jun 24, 2025Jul 01, 20259,04412,68419,096
Jul 01, 2025Jul 08, 20258,14011,41617,186
Jul 08, 2025Jul 15, 20259,04412,68419,096
Jul 15, 2025Jul 22, 20259,04412,68419,096
Jul 22, 2025Jul 29, 20259,04412,68419,096
Jul 29, 2025Aug 05, 20258,14011,41617,186
Aug 05, 2025Aug 12, 20259,04412,68419,096
May 17, 2026May 24, 20269,12412,80919,278
May 24, 2026May 31, 20269,12412,80919,278
May 31, 2026Jun 07, 20269,12412,80919,278
Jun 07, 2026Jun 14, 20269,22412,93719,477
Jun 14, 2026Jun 21, 20269,22412,93719,477
Jun 21, 2026Jun 28, 20269,22412,93719,477
Jun 28, 2026Jul 05, 20269,22412,93719,477
Jul 05, 2026Jul 12, 20269,22412,93719,477
Jul 12, 2026Jul 19, 20269,22412,93719,477
Jul 19, 2026Jul 26, 20269,22412,93719,477
Jul 26, 2026Aug 02, 20269,22412,93719,477
Aug 02, 2026Aug 09, 202610,12914,20621,387


ITINERARY

Day 1:Reykjavík, Iceland / Embark Ship
Arrive in Reykjavík, the world’s northernmost capital, which lies just below the Arctic Circle. Transfer from the airport to the city and spend the day exploring at your own pace. Check in with the hospitality desk this afternoon before embarking the ship.

Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2:Westfjords
Explore the beautiful and peaceful Westfjords region of Iceland. Hike or kayak along the base of a fjord to discover a towering waterfall. Enter Ísafjarðardjúp, known for its wealth of animal life, including whales, seals and countless nesting seabirds. Land at Vigur Island, a fragile wildlife sanctuary, where the landowners continue the traditional eiderdown collection and cleaning process and are active stewards of the colonies of puffins and black guillemots who call the island home.*

*Visit subject to nesting seabird season and not available on all dates.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3:Siglufjörður
Siglufjörður was the center of Iceland’s once-thriving herring industry. Stop by the Herring Museum for a salting demonstration and a tasting. Enjoy the surroundings of Iceland’s northernmost mainland settlement by joining the local forestry association, one of over 50 associations in Iceland, for an afternoon of conservation in their local forest. Learn what it takes to maintain and develop a forest on this volcanic island.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4:Húsavík
Húsavík, the site of the oldest settlement in Iceland, is your gateway to the geological exploration of northern Iceland. Depart for a full day overland visiting one of the largest waterfalls in Iceland, Goðafoss, as well as the Lake Mývatn area, the most geologically active area in Iceland. Alternatively, enjoy an adventurous journey hiking through Ásbyrgi Canyon, said to be formed by the hoof of Odin’s eight-legged horse, or stay along the coast and choose a slower pace for the day with forest bathing, bird watching and a soak in the Geo Sea bath.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5:Borgarfjarðarhöfn
Located on the eastern shore of Iceland, Bakkagerði is well known for its welcoming local puffin colony. Walk across boardwalks to witness these colorful symbols of Icelandic wildlife. Once you’ve captured your best photo of the famous auk species, take an invigorating hike up to the best panoramic view of the fjord or challenge yourself to a backcountry mountain bike journey to remote overlooks and stunning vistas.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6:Djúpivogur
Arrive in the town of Djúpivogur and set out by 4x4 vehicle to visit some of the secluded valleys and remote waterfalls in the surrounding countryside. Alternatively, drive down the coast to explore the foot of the vast Vatnajökull icecap and the deep blue icebergs of the large ice lagoon of Jökulsárlón. Or, join a hike to the black-sand beaches near the town center.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7:Heimaey and Surtsey, Westman Islands
The Westman Islands were formed by undersea volcanoes between 5,000 and 10,000 years ago and are among the youngest of the world’s archipelagos. In 1963, the world witnessed on film the birth of its newest island, Surtsey—a UNESCO World Heritage site—which you'll see as you cruise past the coast. In 1973, Heimaey was threatened by lava flows that nearly closed off its harbor. Visit the crater, where the earth is still hot, for amazing views of areas that had been engulfed by lava.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8:Reykjavík / Disembark Ship
Disembark in Reykjavík and transfer to the airport for flights home.

Meals Included: Breakfast

National Geographic Explorer (Luxury Expedition, 148-guests)

An authentic expedition ship, purpose-engineered for blue water and polar exploration. National Geographic Explorer Hosts 148 guests. National Geographic Explorer is equipped with an ice-strengthened hull and advanced navigation equipment for polar expeditions; a roster of tools for exploration; and a well-appointed interior with vast expanses of glass for an unprecedented connection to the environment. Her interior and exterior design embodied the Lindblad expedition ethos, the privilege of wildness and the luxury of comfort.

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