NOMAP Iceland tour — south coast landscape
Iceland · 2026–2027

Iceland

5 formats to choose from — from the Golden Circle to a jeep expedition into the heart of the island

We organise more than just tours — we immerse you in the nature and energy of Iceland, showing you the most beautiful, wild, hidden and surprising places.

We are experts on this country. Since 2017 we've been creating unique journeys that let you feel the real Iceland.

Programme

5 formats to choose from

1

Golden Circle and South — a reset trip

5 days · group · reset after the city rush

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2

Classic ring road around the entire island — full immersion

8 days · group · ring road

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3

Iceland 360° — a jeep expedition you won't find in any catalogue

The NOMAP founder's own route · by jeep to places ordinary cars can't reach

This isn't a tour of guidebook stops. Iceland 360° is a route we spent 8 years building, crossing the island end to end. We take powerful 4x4s deep into the heart of the island — the Highlands, reachable only by mountain F-roads with river crossings. Regular tours don't go there: it takes jeeps, experience and knowing when and where you can get through.

Rainbow mountains, craters, black ash deserts, glaciers within arm's reach, hot springs in the middle of nowhere — and hardly another tourist around. Then we drop down to the ocean: waterfalls, black beaches, a lagoon full of icebergs. The most packed Iceland you can get in a single trip.

A small group, led in person by the author of the route. The pace is relaxed: you watch the landscapes and step out at the best spots, while we handle the roads, river crossings, stays and dinners.

🚙 Jeeps only — we drive where ordinary roads end 🧭 Signature route — built over 8 years of expeditions, not in any catalogue 👥 Small group — led by the NOMAP founder
Short route · 6 days — Highlands + south: maximum contrast in a week
Long route · 9 days — Highlands + the whole island: the full «Odyssey», Iceland in 360°
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4

Icelandic holidays — family tour with kids

5 days · family format · comfortable pace

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5

Custom, family, corporate and VIP formats

For your dates and your pace — we'll build a programme from scratch

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What's covered

Where it is

Iceland on the map

Approximate route and stops. You can zoom and pan the map.

Reviews

What travellers say

★★★★★

Over 2000 km around Iceland behind us. Planned to the smallest detail, magical locations, cozy stays. The trip exceeded every expectation — I wholeheartedly recommend it!

@lobanovaoksana_
Iceland
★★★★★

My first ever tour — and with these guys I'd go to the end of the world. In 5 days I saw so much it felt like weeks in Iceland.

@i_like_milk_
Iceland
★★★★★

The best trip of my life and my first guided tour. The organisation is beyond praise — now it's only with you, to Norway and Madeira.

@ksenia_zachari
Iceland

Itinerary

Ring Road: an eight-day example

A reference route for the Ring Road format only. This is not the programme for the five-day south, family tour or jeep expedition. The organiser confirms each departure’s schedule.

Day 1 Reykjavik + Golden Circle

Land at Keflavík, morning in Reykjavik, Þingvellir → Geysir → Gullfoss in the afternoon. Overnight in Selfoss.

Day 2 South coast

Seljalandsfoss → Skógafoss → Reynisfjara (black beach) → Vík. Overnight in Vík.

Day 3 Vatnajökull glacier

Skaftafell hike → Jökulsárlón (icebergs) → Diamond Beach. Overnight in Höfn.

Day 4 Eastern fjords

Drive through Berufjörður, small fishing villages. Overnight in Egilsstaðir.

Day 5 North — Mývatn

Dettifoss → Hverir (geothermal area) → Lake Mývatn → Goðafoss. Overnight near Mývatn.

Day 6 Akureyri + dolphins

Northern capital Akureyri, dolphin tour from Húsavík. Overnight in Akureyri.

Day 7 Snæfellsnes peninsula

Kirkjufell, Arnarstapi, Búðakirkja — Iceland in miniature. Overnight in Borgarnes.

Day 8 Return to Reykjavik

Hraunfossar (optional), back to Keflavík. Blue Lagoon before flight.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Iceland?

Depends on goals. May-September — for nature hikes, waterfalls and F-roads access. September-March — for northern lights and ice caves. June-July — polar day, great for long shoots. February-March — optimal winter (daylight is back, snow still around).

How much does a NOMAP Iceland tour cost?

Pricing depends on the format. The five-day south starts at €1,490 and the family format at €1,590. Request current pricing for new Ring Road and jeep expedition departures. Confirm inclusions for your specific trip.

What visa do I need?

Schengen visa (category C). Iceland is in Schengen. Apply at any Schengen embassy or VFS visa center. Usually approved in 10-15 days. We provide tour confirmation and lodging bookings for your application.

Is the tour suitable for beginners with no preparation?

Yes. Our tours are designed for people in normal physical shape with no special experience. Hikes are easy-to-moderate, up to 3-4 hours. No ice climbing or alpinism without separate qualification. Transport is a group minivan with a guide-driver.

What's included in the price?

Transfer from Keflavík airport, accommodation (3* guesthouses, sometimes farm hotels), all transport along the route, tour leader services, entry tickets to main sites (Blue Lagoon — optional). Not included: flights, meals, personal expenses.

How many people in the group?

Standard format is 6-8 people. It keeps the route flexible against weather and never feels mass-tourist. Everyone in one minivan, eats at the same places. Sometimes we form a 4-person mini-group by special request.

What should I pack?

Key items — waterproof shell (Gore-Tex or similar), warm mid-layer (fleece/down), hiking boots, hat, gloves, swimsuit. Detailed packing list sent a month before the tour. See also our guide: what to pack for Iceland.

Will I see the northern lights on tour?

Tours from September to March include aurora hunting on free evenings — we drive to a dark spot when KP-index and weather align. Nature gives no guarantee, but over 5-6 nights in the right season, chance is ~70-80%. More: aurora guide.

Useful reading

Guides and articles

Northern lights — when, where, how to see

Seasons, KP-index, weather, common mistakes

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What to pack for Iceland — by season

Summer, winter, what to leave at home

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Iceland 2026 budget

Economy, standard, premium — real numbers

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F-roads — Iceland's interior routes

Season, vehicle, river crossings, trails

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Top 10 Iceland waterfalls 2026

Route, locations, how to get there

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Snæfellsnes day trip from Reykjavik

Iceland in miniature in 350 km

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Blue Lagoon vs Sky Lagoon — which to pick

Price, experience, location compared

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Reykjavik in 1 day — route

All main points in 8-10 hours

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Iceland in 8 days — Ring Road

1,332 km around the island

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