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9 Night Circumnavigation of Iceland Cruise from Reykjavik

Ship: National Geographic Explorer

Cruise Line: Lindblad Expeditions

Sailed: Thursday, Jul 18, 2024 from Reykjavik, Iceland

Ended: Saturday, Jul 27, 2024

The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Thursday, Jul 18, 2024 departure of the National Geographic Explorer. If Lindblad Expeditions modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.

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Itinerary

Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Thursday - Jul 18, 2024

Reykjavik, Iceland

Arrive in Reykjavik, the world's northernmost capital, which lies just below the Arctic Circle. Transfer from the airport and have a panoramic overview of the Old Town, including Hallgrimskirkja Cathedral with its 210-foot tower before embarking the ship in the afternoon.

Day 2 - Friday - Jul 19, 2024

Flatey, Iceland

Explore Iceland's western frontier, visiting Flatey Island, a trading post for many centuries, turned sleepy summer islet. Walk around the charming little hamlet that has survived, and hike across hiking trails that trace the path past seasonal puffin population on the cliffs.

Day 3 - Saturday - Jul 20, 2024

Westfjords, Iceland

Explore the beautiful and peaceful Westfjords region of Iceland. Hike or kayak along the base of a fjord to discover a towering waterfall. Enter Isafjardardjup and land at Vigur Island to visit the eider farm and learn about the down-cleaning process.

Day 4 - Sunday - Jul 21, 2024

Siglufjordur, Iceland

Siglufjordur was the center of Iceland's once-thriving herring industry. We stop by the Herring Museum for a salting demonstration and a tasting. Enjoy the surroundings of Iceland's northern most mainland settlement by joining the local forestry association for an afternoon of conservation in their local woods.

Day 5 - Monday - Jul 22, 2024

Husavik, Iceland

Husavik, the site of the first house built in Iceland, is our gateway to the geological exploration of northern Iceland. Depart for a full day overland visiting one of the largest waterfalls in Iceland, Godafoss, as well as the Lake Myvatn area, the most geologically active area in Iceland. Alternatively, enjoy an adventurous journey through Asbyrgi Canyon, said to be formed from the hoof of Odin, filled with hiking and waterfall exploration, or stay along the coast and take a slower pace to the day with forest bathing, bird watching, and soaking in the GeoSea bath.

Day 6 - Tuesday - Jul 23, 2024

Grimsey Island, Iceland

At Sea

This morning, take Zodiacs ashore to the tiny island of Grimsey, which lies exactly on the Arctic Circle. Here we celebrate being officially in the Arctic, in the company of nesting Arctic terns, fulmars, and puffins in burrows. Enjoy an afternoon at sea as we sail around the northern corner of Iceland to start our journey south.

Day 7 - Wednesday - Jul 24, 2024

Borgarfjardarhofn, Iceland

Located on the eastern shore of Iceland, Bakkagerdi is well known for its local puffin colony. Walk across boardwalks to witness these colorful symbols of Icelandic wildlife. Once you have your best puffin photos, take an invigorating hike up to the best panoramic view of the fjord or bike along the fjord for an alternative view.

Day 8 - Thursday - Jul 25, 2024

Djupivogur, Iceland

Arrive in Djupivogur and drive down the coast to explore the foot of the vast Vatnajokull icecap and the deep blue icebergs of the large ice lagoon of Jokulsarlon. Alternatively, go by 4x4 vehicle to visit some of the secluded valleys and remote waterfalls in the countryside around Djupivogur or join a hike to the black-sand beaches of southern Iceland.

Day 9 - Friday - Jul 26, 2024

Westmann Islands, Iceland

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 we see as we cruise past the coast. In 1973, Heimaey was threatened by lava flows that nearly closed off its harbor. We visit the crater, where the earth is still hot, for amazing views of areas that had been engulfed by lava.

Day 10 - Saturday - Jul 27, 2024

Reykjavik, Iceland

Today, disembark in Reykjavik and take a morning excursion. After lunch, transfer to the airport for flights home.