The best part of the trip was the 5 days of hiking hut to hut - in one view - glaciers, snow-covered peaks, fjords, wildflower meadows, tumbling waterfalls, bubbling streams and rivers - and, except for the water and the birds, both of which make delightful sounds, a wonderful quiet.
Gorgeous country with amazing sights! Scenery is utterly amazing, especially if you haven't been to New Zealand. Comfortable bus with individual USB ports at every seat. Lots of stops (generally every 45 mins or so). Back roads can be bumpy. Food is VERY expensive so be prepared. It's cold - even in summer months - so bring scarf, hat, gloves.
We had an amazing trip and felt very taken care of by the staff at our travel company. They went above and beyond. The itinerary gave us days that were full of thoughtfully planned, unique experiences. Every day felt fulfilling; we saw beautiful sights, had adventures, delicious food, and great hotel experiences, all while our wonderful guide shared his knowledge of Iceland with us. His passion for this beautiful country was contagious. We truly had the trip of a lifetime and are very grateful to have found our travel agency.