13-Day Iceland Geology Adventure Guided Tour from Reykjavík
Overview
These tours are intended for people who are interested in learning about the formation of the many unique landscapes found on the island.
This tour is unique because Dr. Jovanelly leads the tours with her husband, Joe Cook. Dr. Jovanelly wrote Iceland: Tectonics, Volcanics, and Glacial Features for a major publisher (Wiley) in 2020. Since, it has gone on to their best-selling book in natural sciences for the past 3 years. She uses this book as your field guide. Dr. Jovanelly has been leading trips and researching Iceland since 2006 so she knows the island like the back of her hand.
Additionally, this tour offers many more active experiences than our big-box competitors and all the excursion fees are included in our price. Plus, as an added bonus, Dr. Jo and Joey are a heck of a lot of fun! "Active exploration with enthusiastic geologists"!
Plus, "Dr. Jo" and "Joey" are a heck of a lot of fun!
Please note that a background in geology is not necessary to be a trip participant.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch
Meeting Location
Þórsgata 26
101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Arrival day. You will have free time in Reykjavik until late afternoon when we convene for a group dinner.
1 Stop
Start the day with a morning lecture before we head to a NEW lava field. The afternoon is spent at the Blue Lagoon.
2 Stops
We will visit the Mid Ocean Ridge, Kleifarvatn, Stampar Crater Row, Seltun Geothermal area, and Hellishedi Power Plant
4 Stops
Visit the popular "Golden Triangle"-- Thingvillir National Park, Geysir, and Gulfoss waterfall
3 Stops
The morning will include a lecture about "The Queen"- the Hekla volcano, before we visit the Lava Center
2 Stops
Our first day among the glaciers! A visit to Skaftafell National park and a guided glacial walk
2 Stops
Another day spent with the glaciers, but this time by boat!
3 Stops
Today we will be in the North! We will visit the famous Detifoss waterfall, raujolar craters, and other stops
1 Stop
The wonder of Lake Myvtan! Many of the stops aren't listed in this App so you'll just have to trust me here!
3 Stops
FREE DAY in the charming town of Akureyri
1 Stop
Enjoy the scenery of the northern coast as we drive to Stykkisholmur with stops along the way that aren't listed
1 Stop
Hike along the beautiful coast of Snaefellsness Peninsula. The afternoon will be underground in a lava cave.
3 Stops
Morning wrap up session and departure
1 Stop
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-133207P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Breakfast.
- Dinner.
- Lunch.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 13-Day Iceland Geology Adventure Guided Tour from Reykjavík is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 13-Day Iceland Geology Adventure Guided Tour from Reykjavík will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
