Discover Iceland
🔹 Curated experiences: Every program is intentionally designed to feature guided learning, cultural engagement, and independent exploration experiences to drive global competency development, denoted on each itinerary with a blue diamond. Learn more about these experiences.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Iceland
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Day 2: Reykjavík
Meet your Field Director at the airportTake a tour of Reykjavik, you will see:
- Old Town center, the heart of the capital and focal point of many historic sites
- Domkirk Cathedral, where services are held before the opening of the Icelandic National Parliament
- The Old Harbour, one of the most important harbors in Iceland and home to many restaurants and shops
Visit the National Museum and soak up a fascinating collection of exhibitions and permanent displays as you gain insight into Iceland's rugged past, medieval days, and contemporary culture
Enjoy dinner in Reykjavik
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Day 3: Reykjavík • Hvolsvöllur area
🔹 Guided learning: Take an excursion to Thingvellir National Park, home to Thingvallavatn, the largest lake in Iceland
Visit Gullfoss or "Golden" waterfall, so named because of its golden color on sunny days. Afterwards, visit the geothermal area that's home to a multitude of hot springs.
Visit a greenhouse powered by geothermal and hydroelectric energy
🔹 Cultural engagement: Visit Icelandic horse stables that house a breed that exists only in Iceland known for their fifth gate, called the tölt
Enjoy dinner in Hvolsvöllur area
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Day 4: Hvolsvöllur region
🔹 Cultural engagement: Take a full day excursion in the Hvolsvöllur area
- Visit the Seljalandsfoss and Skógarfoss waterfalls, two of south Iceland's most famous natural wonders
- Visit the Village of Vik, where you'll see black sand beaches and the Reynisdrangar rocks
Visit the Skógar Folk Museum to learn about ancient tools and artifacts dating back to Viking time
Glacier Walk: Buckle up your crampons and take the coolest walk of your life—literally—on Sólheimajökull Glacier
Enjoy dinner in Hvolsvöllur area
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Day 5: Reykjavík
Visit the state-of-the-art Lava Centre, an interactive exhibition that will give you insight into Iceland's geology and its volcanic systems
🔹 Guided learning: Visit a geothermal power plant and learn about sustainable energy and natural hot springs
Enjoy dinner in Reykjavik
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Day 6: Reykjavík
Take an excursion to Alftanes peninsula
- See Bessastaðir, official residence of the president
- Visit Hafnarfjörður and Lake Kleifarvatn
- See geothermal activity in Krísuvík geothermal field
Visit the Blue Lagoon for a swim in its mineral rich waters, recognized by National Geographic as a natural wonder
Enjoy dinner in Reykjavik
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Day 7: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Iceland
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Day 2: Reykjavík
Meet your Field Director at the airportTake a tour of Reykjavik, you will see:
- Old Town center, the heart of the capital and focal point of many historic sites
- Domkirk Cathedral, where services are held before the opening of the Icelandic National Parliament
- The Old Harbour, one of the most important harbors in Iceland and home to many restaurants and shops
Visit the National Museum and soak up a fascinating collection of exhibitions and permanent displays as you gain insight into Iceland's rugged past, medieval days, and contemporary culture
Enjoy dinner in Reykjavik
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Day 3: Reykjavík • Hvolsvöllur area
🔹 Guided learning: Take an excursion to Thingvellir National Park, home to Thingvallavatn, the largest lake in Iceland
Visit Gullfoss or "Golden" waterfall, so named because of its golden color on sunny days. Afterwards, visit the geothermal area that's home to a multitude of hot springs.
Visit a greenhouse powered by geothermal and hydroelectric energy
🔹 Cultural engagement: Visit Icelandic horse stables that house a breed that exists only in Iceland known for their fifth gate, called the tölt
Enjoy dinner in Hvolsvöllur area
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Day 4: Hvolsvöllur region
🔹 Cultural engagement: Take a full day excursion in the Hvolsvöllur area
- Visit the Seljalandsfoss and Skógarfoss waterfalls, two of south Iceland's most famous natural wonders
- Visit the Village of Vik, where you'll see black sand beaches and the Reynisdrangar rocks
Visit the Skógar Folk Museum to learn about ancient tools and artifacts dating back to Viking time
Glacier Walk: Buckle up your crampons and take the coolest walk of your life—literally—on Sólheimajökull Glacier
Enjoy dinner in Hvolsvöllur area
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Day 5: Reykjavík
Visit the state-of-the-art Lava Centre, an interactive exhibition that will give you insight into Iceland's geology and its volcanic systems
🔹 Guided learning: Visit a geothermal power plant and learn about sustainable energy and natural hot springs
Enjoy dinner in Reykjavik
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Day 6: Reykjavík
Take an excursion to Alftanes peninsula
- See Bessastaðir, official residence of the president
- Visit Hafnarfjörður and Lake Kleifarvatn
- See geothermal activity in Krísuvík geothermal field
Visit the Blue Lagoon for a swim in its mineral rich waters, recognized by National Geographic as a natural wonder
Enjoy dinner in Reykjavik
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Day 7: Depart for home
Confidence • Curiosity • Global perspective • Empathy • Adaptability • Relatability • Self-Awareness
What's Included
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Transportation
Various modes of transport are tailored to your program. While some transfers are included, others may come at additional cost.
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Accommodations
Safe, comfortable lodging will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Select meals
Enjoy a combination of included meals and the freedom to explore local cuisine on your own.
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End-to-end support
Your dedicated EF team helps secure administrative approval and academic credit, provides enrollment tools, and helps establish your program’s ongoing presence on campus.
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EF Global Learning Toolkit
We offer various tools to help educators facilitate student growth abroad and on campus, including academically enriched travel programs, industry engagement opportunities, global learning resources, and a Global Competencies Assessment tool.
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Guided exploration
Gain insider knowledge and cultural perspective from licensed local guides: natural historians who provide cultural insights to enhance learning moments throughout the program.
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Field Visits
Experience academics in action during engaging visits with relevant organizations, thought leaders, and partners.
