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Discover Reykjavik in August 2026 on one of these 17 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of Reykjavik, Ittoqqortoormiit, Kangerlussuaq, Arctic Solar Eclipse, and Svalbard during August 2026 as you enjoy cruises, wildlife viewing, small ship cruises, kayaking, and wildlife & safari exploration. Prices for trips in August 2026 range from $2,786 to $95,090 for a vacation of 8 to 17 days. Choose any of the below 17 itineraries in August 2026 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Reykjavik trip planners.
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Hiking in Landmannalaugar
$2,785
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Iceland Trek | Landmannalaugar to þórsmörk

8 Day Itinerary
  • Hike in the Landmannalaugar area
  • See rhyolite colors and black sands
  • Overnight in comfortable hiker huts
  • Hike in the lush þórsmörk Valley
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Land Tours
Activity Level:
Moderate
Trek the Laugavegar Trail through stunning landscapes on this popular route from Landmannalaugar to the glacial valley of Thorsmork. Spend 5 days on the trail in a hut-to-hut trekking Iceland tour in one of the most breathtaking areas in the highlands. Hike through the third largest geothermal zone …
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The amazing Godafoss Waterfall
$7,170
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Icelandic Mosaic

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore iconic sites in Iceland
  • Explore North Atlantic landscapes
  • See incredible Arctic wildlife
  • Visit fishing villages and terrains
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise adventure through Iceland. From Reykjavik, choose from excursions at each port, visiting sites like the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, the Golden Circle, and the Godafoss waterfalls. As you sail the North Atlantic, encounter fjords, waterfalls, fishing villages, and volcanic …
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Historic town of Husavik on the North Coast
$8,946
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Fire and Ice: An 8-Day Sail Around Iceland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Explore the northernmost capital
  • See Westfjords and waterfalls
  • Witness the local puffin colony
  • Explore valleys and waterfalls
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Kayaking, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day Iceland cruise aboard National Geographic Explorer. Start from Reykjavík, Iceland’s vibrant capital. In the Westfjords, hike or kayak along the fjords and visit Vigur Island, home to puffins. Learn about the herring industry in Siglufjorour and help with local …
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
$18,412
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Iceland's Wild West Coast to East Greenland

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Northeast Greenland N. Park
  • Look out for unique widllife
  • Visit Scoresbysund
  • Observe Northern Lights displays
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Sail the route of early Viking explorers and discover a region of epic ice home to the Arctic’s iconic creatures: polar bears, whales, and vast seabird colonies. We will also be on the lookout for the Northern Lights along Greenland and Iceland at this time of year. Actively explore …
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Northern Lights near Tromso, Norway
$20,395
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Arctic Golden Autumn & Northern Lights

Reykjavik - Tromso - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Visit Gullfoss, stunning waterfall
  • Enjoy Vigur, birdwatching paradise
  • Experience Svalbard’s wilderness
  • Witness Norway’s northern lights
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Tromso
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Northern Lights, Photography Seminars, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 17-day cruise from Reykjavik to Tromso aboard the Sylvia Earle. This extraordinary Arctic adventure takes you from Iceland's vibrant capital to the High Arctic's untouched beauty. Experience the stunning landscapes of Iceland, where cascading waterfalls like Dynjandi and the …
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The Northern Lights, Kirkjufell Iceland
$19,399
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Polar Eclipse Quest

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Discover Harpa Concert Hall
  • Explore Perlan’s exhibitions
  • Witness solar eclipse at sea
  • Visit Kirkjufell Mountain
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on a 10-day adventure through Iceland and Greenland aboard World Navigator. Begin in Reykjavik, where you can visit the Harpa Concert Hall and explore Perlan’s exhibitions. Continue to Patreksfjörður in the Westfjords to walk along Rauðisandur beach and see the Dynjandi …
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Solar eclipse, mysterious natural phenomenon when Moon passes between planet Earth and Sun
$13,695
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Greenland Solar Eclipse

13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Discover Skjoldungen
  • Discover Tasiilaq
  • Experience Denmark Strait
  • Explore Reykjavik
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq aboard the Ocean Albatros. On August 12, 2026, witness a total solar eclipse in the remote Blosseville Coast of East Greenland. Anchored at the eclipse's center, experience 2 minutes and 17 seconds of totality from the calm landing …
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Full solar eclipse over mountains and sea
$24,295
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Jewels of the Arctic: Greenland Solar Eclipse

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Witness the solar eclipse
  • Encounter Svalbard wildlife
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit village
  • Experience Greenland’s wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition from Oslo to Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimore. Explore Scoresbysund, Greenland, and witness the total solar eclipse as you ail through stunning Arctic scenery, then witness the awe-inspiring moment of totality as the moon eclipses the sun, revealing a dazzling …
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Walruses huddling together in Svalbard.
$12,260
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Expedition to the Edge of the Ice Sheet

Reykjavík - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Cruise through stunning landscapes
  • Meet Indigenous people of Greenland
  • Spot Arctic-adapted wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an Arctic expedition cruise to the edges of the Greenland ice sheet. Begin your 14-day adventure aboard Le Lyrial from Reykjavik, navigating through landscapes along Greenland's coast. Cruise through fjords, glide past glaciers and savor tranquil days at sea observing icebergs …
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Whale sighting in Polar waters!
$12,090
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The Far North from Spitsbergen to Iceland

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Spitsbergen
  • Visit Ny-Alesund
  • Discover Jan Mayen
  • Explore Ittoqqortoormiit
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition from Spitsbergen to Iceland aboard the Le Lyrial, exploring Jan Mayen Island and Greenland's eastern coast. Departing from Longyearbyen, sail past Spitsbergen's glaciers and snow-covered peaks, witnessing Arctic wildlife in their natural habitat. Traverse the …
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Polar bear and cub
$11,495
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Arctic Odyssey Under a Solar Eclipse

Longyearbyen to Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Visit Greenland's National Park
  • Witness a Total Solar Eclipse
  • Enjoy Iceland's Westfjords' coasts
  • Explore Svalbard Archipelago
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Sea Spirit takes you on a 14-day journey through some of the most beautiful and remote parts of the Arctic. Discover the charming town center and visit the Svalbard Museum before savoring aa delightful dinner under the midnight sun. M/V Sea Spirit will set sail through Isfjorden, immersing yourself …
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Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen
$19,500
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Wonders of the High Arctic: Greenland & Iceland Solar Eclipse

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Witness total solar eclipse
  • Explore the Arctic wilderness
  • Explore the east coast of Greenland
  • Explore Enjoy the rich culture
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Wonders of the High Arctic: Greenland & Iceland Solar Eclipse Cruise and explore the natural wonders of the High Arctic, centered around the Solar Eclipse. Start in Oslo and set sail aboard Scenic Eclipse to Norway’s Svalbard Archipelago. Here, be surrounded by pristine …
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Stunning landscapes in Prince Christian Sound
$16,499
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Greenland Discovery

Reykjavik - Kangerlussuaq - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Discover Grundarfjordur
  • Experience Tasiilaq
  • Enjoy Qaqortoq
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq aboard the World Navigator. Explore Grundarfjordur's landscapes that inspired Jules Verne, experience Inuit traditions in Tasiilaq, and witness whales near Skjoldungen Island. In Qaqortoq, enjoy Greenlandic culture with a local kaffemik …
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Kayaking in the Northwest Passage
$24,295
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Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic

Calgary - Reykjavik - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Explore Beechey Island’s graves
  • Spot polar bears at Radstock Bay
  • Visit Arctic Bay
  • Marvel at calving icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Calgary / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Fly Cruises, Hiking, Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 17-day Arctic cruise aboard Ocean Explorer begins in Calgary going to Reykjavik. Visit historic Beechey Island, where Sir John Franklin’s ill-fated expedition members are buried, and observe polar bears in Radstock Bay. At Arctic Bay, experience Inuit traditions and culture, surrounded …
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Colorful homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
$23,099
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Ultimate Arctic Odyssey

Reykjavik - Longyearbyen - 16 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Discover Stykkisholmur
  • Visit Isafjordur
  • Experience Ittoqqortoormiit
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 16-day cruise from Reykjavik to Longyearbyen aboard the World Voyager. Explore breathtaking Arctic landscapes with adventures across Iceland, Greenland’s fjords, Svalbard, and North Cape. Visit the legendary Snaefellsjokull National Park near Stykkisholmur, known for its …
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Qikiqtarjuak community
$24,295
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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route

Reykjavik to Calgary - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Cruise through Greenland’s fjords
  • Spot wildlife at Creswell Bay
  • Hike around Cape Mercy
  • Explore Beechey Island
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Calgary
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Begin your 17-day Arctic expedition in Reykjavik before flying to Greenland’s Kangerlussuaq, where you embark on a remarkable cruise through the icy waters of Greenland and Canada’s High Arctic aboard Ocean Explorer. Explore Greenland’s stunning fjords, remote towns like …
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The edge of Greenland's ice cap
$16,999
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Nordic Adventure

Kangerlussuaq - Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Discover Kangaamiut
  • Marvel at Nuuk waterfalls
  • Visit Paamiut whale shores
  • Discover Qaqortoq Viking ruins
Starts / Ends:
New York / Reykjavik
Activities:
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise from Kangerlussuaq to Reykjavik aboard the World Navigator. Savor Greenland's culinary delights in Nuuk with a gourmet outing that pairs local cuisine with craft beers. In Qaqortoq, experience a traditional kaffemik, a community celebration shared with new friends. …
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