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Iceland 2027 – January 26th to February 1st, 2027
You can find out more about my group trip to Iceland by heading on over to my Trova trip page and checking out all the inclusions and exclusions. Below is the day-by-day itinerary for my Iceland trip!
7 Days · January 26 – February 1, 2027
Your Iceland Itinerary, Day by Day
Day 1 · Jan 26, 2027
Welcome to Iceland!
Meet in the lobby at 5:30pm to depart for the welcome dinner (exact reservation time confirmed closer to the trip date). Flying in today? Land at KEF.
7:00 PM
Welcome dinner at a local restaurant, included. Set menu or à la carte — only tap water included (and it’s genuinely some of the best drinking water anywhere).
Overnight: Hótel Leifur Eiríksson (or similar), Reykjavik
Day 2 · Jan 27, 2027
Golden Circle: Waterfalls & Geysers
Your first full day! A private coach carries you through the Golden Circle — geysers, waterfalls, and the kind of countryside views that make you forget your jet lag.
7:00 AM
Included at the hotel — style depends on your finalized property.
9:00 AM · 1 hr
Thingvellir National Park. A 45-minute transfer to this UNESCO site, where you can walk down a volcanic rift and stand between two tectonic plates — the only place on earth you can do that.
11:00 AM · 40 min
The Great Geysir & Strokkur. Walk the geothermal area and watch Strokkur erupt roughly every few minutes, sending water 100 feet skyward.
1:00 PM · 40 min
Gullfoss Waterfall. The milky Hvítá River drops into a volcanic fissure — one of Iceland’s most iconic falls, with plenty of time to walk the viewpoints.
7:00 PM
Included at the hotel.
8:00 PM · 1 hr
Northern Lights spotting, weather and season permitting — no guarantees, but eyes up.
Overnight: Hotel Eyjafjallajökull (or similar), South Iceland — views of the volcano right from the hotel.
Day 3 · Jan 28, 2027
Iceland’s Southern Coast
The busiest day of the trip — waterfalls, black sand beaches, lava fields, and a glacier lagoon, all in one long, camera-ready drive.
7:00 AM
Included at the hotel.
9:00 AM · 1 hr
Seljalandsfoss. A short walk (30-min transfer) to a 200-foot cascade fed by a volcanic glacier.
10:30 AM · 1 hr
Skógafoss. Two viewpoints — ground level, or climb roughly 5 flights of stairs for the view from above.
12:00 PM · 1 hr
Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. Basalt caves and towering sea stacks against the Atlantic — one of the most photographed spots on the island.
1:00 PM · 20 min
Laki Lava Fields. Craters from the 1783 eruption, one of the largest volcanic events in recorded history — the lava field stretches nearly 16 miles.
2:30 PM · 1 hr
Vatnajökull National Park. An easy hike toward Vatnajökull Glacier — the largest in Europe, covering about 8% of Iceland’s landmass.
3:30 PM · 1 hr
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. Iceland’s deepest lake (814 feet) dotted with icebergs over 1,000 years old.
7:00 PM
Included at the hotel.
8:00 PM · 1 hr
Northern Lights spotting, weather permitting.
Overnight: Guesthouse Gerdi (or similar), Skaftafell
Day 4 · Jan 29, 2027
Glaciers, Lagoons & Hot Springs
A driving day back toward Reykjavik with a lunch stop in Vik and a soak at the Blue Lagoon to close it out.
7:00 AM
Included at the hotel.
9:00 AM · 2 hrs
South Coast Glacier & Waterfall Drive. A scenic drive past Reynisdrangar, Sólheimajökull, and yesterday’s waterfalls — this time from the comfort of the coach.
9:30 AM · 2 hrs 30 min
To Vik, with 45 minutes free for lunch on your own.
1:00 PM · 3 hrs
To the Blue Lagoon.
5:00 PM · 1 hr 30 min
Blue Lagoon. Milky-blue geothermal water against black lava fields — Iceland’s signature soak.
Overnight: Hotel Leifur Eiríksson (or similar), Reykjavik
Day 5 · Jan 30, 2027
Snæfellsnes Peninsula
North to the remote Snæfellsnes Peninsula — sometimes called “Iceland in Miniature” for how much of the country’s scenery it packs in. Dress warm today.
7:00 AM
Included at the hotel.
9:00 AM · 2 hrs
Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour. Snæfellsjökull National Park sits at the tip, with views of the glacier-topped volcano visible from Reykjavik on a clear day.
11:00 AM · 1 hr
Arnarstapi Coastal Walk. An hour free to stroll jagged cliffs above the Atlantic in this small fishing village.
7:00 PM
Included at the hotel.
8:00 PM · 1 hr
Northern Lights spotting, weather permitting.
Overnight: Guesthouse Lýsuhóll (or similar), Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Day 6 · Jan 31, 2027
Journey Back to Reykjavik
More of Snæfellsnes on the way out, then two more waterfalls, Europe’s most powerful hot spring, and one last geothermal soak before heading back to the city.
7:00 AM
Included at the hotel.
11:00 AM · 1 hr 30 min
Krauma Geothermal Baths. Hot spring water mixed with icy glacier runoff — towels and lockers provided.
12:30 PM · 1 hr
To Hraunfossar and Barnafoss Waterfalls.
1:00 PM · 20 min
Deildartunguhver Hot Spring. Europe’s most powerful hot spring, flowing at roughly 57 gallons per second — walkways keep you at a safe distance.
2:30 PM · 1 hr
Hraunfossar & Barnafoss. Water cascading over black lava rock into the Hvítá River, in a fjord settled by early Vikings.
3:30 PM · 1 hr 30 min
Back to Reykjavik.
7:00 PM
Farewell dinner at a local restaurant, included. Set menu or à la carte, tap water included.
Overnight: Hotel Leifur Eiríksson (or similar), Reykjavik
Day 7 · Feb 1, 2027
Wave Goodbye to Your Newfound Friends!
One last breakfast, then head onward at your own pace. Departing straight from the hotel? Fly out of KEF.
7:00 AM
Included at the hotel.
Why travel with me
Small groups only. Minimum of 6, maximum of 15. You’re never lost in a crowd.
Slow mornings and intentional days. Time for coffee, reflection, wandering, and rest built into every itinerary.
Handpicked stays and experiences. Boutique hotels, local guides, cultural moments, and hikes chosen for beauty and meaning, not mass appeal.
No flag-following, no stress. Everything is thoughtfully planned by a trusted local operator so you can relax and actually be there.
A supportive, relaxed environment. Most trips are women-only — a space to show up exactly as you are, with no performing and no competing. A few trips (like Iceland 2027) are open to everyone.
Want to come to Iceland with me? Check out my Trova Trip page
Thoughtful Reads:
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Where we’re going in 2026 and 2027
Iceland — Jan 26 to Feb 1, 2027 — Book now (early-bird pricing!)
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Why Travel with Kimberly Kephart Travels
I personally design and host every trip, focusing on:
• Group size and dynamics
• Safety and comfort
• Cultural context and local insight
• A balance of adventure and rest
• Creating space for real connection
You’re not booking with a faceless company. You’re traveling with someone who cares deeply about how these experiences feel, not just how they look on paper.
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FAQ
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Yes. The majority of TrovaTrip travelers (84%) book solo. You’ll have your own bed and the option to upgrade to a private room.
Group trips are the easiest way to start. Everything is planned, you have a local guide on the ground, and you’re with a small group of like-minded travelers from day one.
Flights, travel insurance, airport transfers, and meals not listed on the itinerary.
Full details on each trip page, but in short: 100% refundable until your spot is confirmed, partially refundable up to 91 days before the trip.