Iceland Fire and Ice: A Craft Beer Saga

Iceland Fire and Ice: A Craft Beer Saga

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Iceland Fire & Ice — Northern Breweries, Remote Roads, Glaciers & Islands · Akureyri to Reykjavík

Northern breweries, remote roads, glaciers and islands — a small-group loop through Iceland from Akureyri to Reykjavík. Eyjafjörður and Siglufjörður, whale watching and Kaldi, Goðafoss and Lake Mývatn, the east fjords and Stuðlagil Canyon, glacier lagoons and the south coast, then Vestmannaeyjar’s sea cliffs and puffins before two nights in the capital.

Segull 67 in a historic fishing town, Húsavík Öl after GeoSea, KHB and Landi on the east coast, Beljandi in the fjords, Brothers Brewery on Heimaey and a farewell dinner in Reykjavík — brewery visits, tastings and included meals most days along the way.

Trip facts: 11 days (Day 1–11) · August 27–September 6, 2026 · 10 hotel nights · Akureyri → Reykjavík · Maximum 12 travelers · $8,570 land-only (+$1,295 single).

Perfect For: Travelers who want Iceland’s north, east and south in one direction — remote roads, glaciers, islands and village breweries — with included excursions and free time in Akureyri and Reykjavík.

11 Days | Maximum 12 Travelers | Ring Road, Islands & Craft Beer

Upcoming Departures & Pricing

  • 2026 Tour | August 27 – September 6, 2026 | $8,570 | Single Room +$1,295 | Open

2026 departure only. The trip begins on Day 1 — Thursday, August 27 — with arrival in Akureyri and your first hotel night in Siglufjörður. Most North American travelers arrive via overnight flight on August 26; plan domestic connection KEF → Akureyri (AEY) for Day 1.

Trip Price (land-only, based on double occupancy): $8,570 per person · Single room add $1,295 · International airfare not included.

2026: Day 1 — Thursday, August 27 (arrive Akureyri; first hotel night Siglufjörður) · Day 11 — Sunday, September 6 (breakfast; transfer to Keflavík or extend independently).

Pricing is land-only, based on double occupancy. Your price is confirmed once your deposit has been accepted for this departure.

Small-group format — maximum 12 travelers. Early reservations recommended.

Please select your room type above when joining the trip. Space and single-room availability are limited.

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At a Glance

  • Duration: 11 days (Day 1–11) · 10 hotel nights · Aug 27 arrive Akureyri; depart Sept 6
  • Group Size: Maximum 12 travelers
  • Beer Focus: North and east village breweries · Westman Islands · Reykjavík finale
  • Region: North Iceland · East fjords · Glacier south coast · Vestmannaeyjar · Reykjavík
  • Pace: Scenic driving days with included excursions and free time in Akureyri and Reykjavík
  • Walking Level: Easy to moderate — uneven ground, canyon viewpoints, optional black sand beach
  • Transport: Private Iceland-equipped coach · ferry to Vestmannaeyjar
  • Overnight Locations: Siglufjörður (1) · Akureyri (2) · Húsavík (1) · Borgarfjörður Eystri (1) · Höfn (1) · Vík (1) · Vestmannaeyjar (1) · Reykjavík (2)

Why BeerTrips?

For more than 25 years, BeerTrips has helped curious travelers experience great beer destinations through local culture, food, history and the people behind the breweries. Our small-group journeys are designed for travelers who want more than a checklist of sights and tastings.

Whale watching and herring history, horseback riding and GeoSea, Ásbyrgi and Dettifoss, Stuðlagil Canyon and Beljandi, a private Fjallsárlón cruise, Brothers Brewery on Heimaey and Kol in Reykjavík — one counterclockwise arc through Iceland with tastings and included meals along the way.

  • Small groups — maximum 12 travelers
  • Village breweries from Siglufjörður to the east fjords and Vestmannaeyjar
  • Included whales, horses, GeoSea, glacier lagoon cruise and puffin cliffs
  • Five included lunches and six dinners with beer where noted
  • Akureyri and Reykjavík free time — Golden Circle on your own Saturday if you wish

Why You’ll Love This Trip

From Siglufjörður at the head of a long fjord to Heimaey’s sea stacks, then Reykjavík — remote roads, glacier lagoons and island ferries in one direction, with a brewery or tasting most days along the route.

Herring museums and whale boats, Icelandic horses and pseudocrater country, Stuðlagil’s basalt canyon and Diamond Beach ice, puffins beneath cliff walls and a capital free day for Sky Lagoon, museums or the Golden Circle on your own.

What makes this trip special: Iceland’s craft breweries sit in the towns worth stopping for — fish-plant Segull 67, pioneering Kaldi, Húsavík harbor Öl, KHB Landi on the east coast, Beljandi after Route 95, Brothers on an island volcano, and Reykjavík to close. Vestmannaeyjar, Stuðlagil and the east fjords share the arc with the north and glacier south coast.

Trip Highlights

  • Siglufjörður — Segull 67 and welcome dinner on the north coast
  • Herring Era Museum, whale watching and Kaldi Brewery
  • Goðafoss, Safari Hestar horses, Lake Mývatn and GeoSea in Húsavík
  • Ásbyrgi Canyon, Dettifoss and the Northern Loop to Borgarfjörður Eystri
  • Stuðlagil Canyon, Skriðuklaustur and Beljandi Brewery en route to Höfn
  • Diamond Beach, Jökulsárlón and private Fjallsárlón glacier lagoon cruise
  • Vestmannaeyjar — ferry to Heimaey, puffin and sea-cliff cruise, Brothers Brewery
  • Two nights in Reykjavík — orientation walk and farewell at Kol

Signature Beer Experiences

  • Siglufjörður: Segull 67 — brewery visit and tasting in a historic fishing town
  • Árskógssandur: Bruggsmiðjan Kaldi — Iceland’s pioneering craft brewery tasting
  • Húsavík: Húsavík Öl tasting after GeoSea and harbor time
  • Borgarfjörður Eystri: KHB beers and Landi tasting at Blábjörg Resort
  • East fjords: Beljandi Brewery tasting near Höfn
  • Vík: Dinner and beers at Smiðjan Brugghús
  • Vestmannaeyjar: Brothers Brewery tasting on Heimaey
  • Reykjavík: Guided orientation walk and farewell dinner at Kol Restaurant

Final brewery lineup and visit schedule subject to confirmation — substitutions will always be at least as good.

Food, Wine & Spirits Highlights

  • Welcome dinner at Siglunes Restaurant · lunch at Gisli, Eirikur, Helgi Kaffihús in Dalvík
  • Dinner at Gamli Baukur (Húsavík) · Blábjörg Resort (east fjords)
  • Lunch at Klausturkaffi (Skriðuklaustur) · Kjarr (glacier country)
  • Brothers Brewery and dinner at NÆS (Heimaey) · farewell at Kol (Reykjavík)
  • Landi and east-coast spirits at KHB · group lunch with beer en route to Reykjavík

Places, Beers & Traditions We’ll Explore

The route runs from Akureyri north to Siglufjörður, back through whale country and east over the Northern Loop and remote highland roads to Höfn, then west along the glacier south coast to Vík, south to Vestmannaeyjar and north to Reykjavík.

North Iceland — Siglufjörður & Akureyri

Eyjafjörður’s long fjord, Dalvík’s café lunch and Siglufjörður’s herring past — Segull 67 in a converted fish plant. Akureyri’s walkable centro for a free day among botanical gardens, harbor bars and swimming pools.

Goðafoss, Mývatn & Húsavík

The “waterfall of the gods,” volcanic Lake Mývatn landscapes, Icelandic horses with Safari Hestar, then Húsavík — GeoSea cliffside baths, harbor Öl and whale museum country.

East Iceland — Borgarfjörður Eystri & Stuðlagil

Ásbyrgi horseshoe canyon, Dettifoss’s power, KHB and Landi at Blábjörg Resort. Stuðlagil’s basalt columns, Skriðuklaustur history and Beljandi Brewery before Höfn’s glacier views.

Glacier South Coast & Vík

Diamond Beach and Jökulsárlón, a private Fjallsárlón cruise, then Vík — optional Reynisfjara black sand beach and Smiðjan Brugghús dinner.

Vestmannaeyjar — Westman Islands

Ferry to Heimaey — Dyrhólaey and south-coast waterfalls en route, puffin and sea-cliff boat tour, Brothers Brewery and an evening at NÆS before sailing back to the mainland.

Reykjavík

Capital free day — Golden Circle, Sky Lagoon, museums, food halls and neighborhood breweries on your own; farewell dinner at Kol closes the loop.

Beer Styles & Brewing Traditions

Expect crisp Icelandic lagers and pale ales from village breweries, island craft at Brothers, Landi and local spirits on the east coast, and Reykjavík’s wider tap lists — with seafood, lamb and road-side Icelandic fare throughout.

Trip Itinerary*

Click or tap each day to expand the details. Daily schedules may vary depending on supplier availability, weather and road conditions.

B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner.

Day 1 – Thursday, August 27, 2026 – Arrival in North Iceland & Siglufjörður

Arrive in Akureyri and meet the group. We travel north through Eyjafjörður with lunch in Dalvík at Gisli, Eirikur, Helgi Kaffihús before continuing to Siglufjörður — one of Iceland’s most historic fishing towns.

Segull 67 Brewery visit and tasting in a converted fish plant, then welcome dinner at Siglunes Restaurant on the north coast.

Overnight: Siglufjörður | Meals: L, D

Day 2 – Friday, August 28, 2026 – Herring, Whales & Kaldi

Explore the award-winning Herring Era Museum in Siglufjörður, then head out onto Eyjafjörður for whale watching with a sandwich lunch.

Afternoon tasting at Bruggsmiðjan Kaldi — Iceland’s pioneering craft brewery at Árskógssandur — before we continue to Akureyri for the night.

Overnight: Akureyri | Meals: B, L

Day 3 – Saturday, August 29, 2026 – Akureyri

Guided orientation walk through North Iceland’s capital — harbor district, botanical garden and centro at an easy pace.

Free afternoon and evening to explore museums, cafés, beer bars, the swimming pool or shopping on your own.

Overnight: Akureyri | Meals: B

Day 4 – Sunday, August 30, 2026 – Goðafoss, Horses, Mývatn & Húsavík

East to Goðafoss, then horseback riding with Safari Hestar through volcanic landscapes around Lake Mývatn country.

Continue to Húsavík for GeoSea admission, Húsavík Öl tasting and dinner at Gamli Baukur. Lunch on your own at Mývatn Öl.

Overnight: Húsavík | Meals: B, D

Day 5 – Monday, August 31, 2026 – Northern Loop & Eastfjords

Whale Museum in Húsavík, then the spectacular Northern Loop through Ásbyrgi Canyon and Dettifoss — remote east-coast scenery en route to Borgarfjörður Eystri.

Lunch at Veggur, KHB beers and Landi tasting, then dinner at Blábjörg Resort in the east fjords.

Overnight: Borgarfjörður Eystri | Meals: B, L, D

Day 6 – Tuesday, September 1, 2026 – Stuðlagil Canyon & East Iceland Backroads

Remote mountain roads to Stuðlagil Canyon and its basalt columns — lunch buffet at historic Skriðuklaustur (Klausturkaffi), Lake Lagarfljót and the Route 95 crossing into the east fjords.

Beljandi Brewery tasting before evening arrival in Höfn. Dinner on your own — Pakkhús, Horn Brugghús or Heppa.

Overnight: Höfn | Meals: B, L

Day 7 – Wednesday, September 2, 2026 – Glaciers, Lagoons & South Coast

Glacier country — Diamond Beach and Jökulsárlón, then a private cruise on Fjallsárlón Glacier Lagoon before we turn west along the south coast.

Lunch at Kjarr; dinner and beers at Smiðjan Brugghús in Vík. Optional evening visit to Reynisfjara black sand beach.

Overnight: Vík | Meals: B, L, D

Day 8 – Thursday, September 3, 2026 – South Coast & Westman Islands

South coast past Dyrhólaey, Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss, then ferry to Vestmannaeyjar and Heimaey.

Afternoon puffin and sea-cliff cruise, Brothers Brewery tasting and dinner at NÆS. Lunch on your own in Vestmannaeyjar.

Overnight: Vestmannaeyjar | Meals: B, D

Day 9 – Friday, September 4, 2026 – Westman Islands to Reykjavík

Final morning on Heimaey, then ferry to the mainland and a coastal drive toward Reykjavík — lunch and stops chosen for weather and interests along the way.

No scheduled Golden Circle touring today; Þingvellir, Gullfoss and Geysir fit Saturday’s free day if you wish. Guided Reykjavík orientation walk on arrival in the capital.

Overnight: Reykjavík | Meals: B, L

Day 10 – Saturday, September 5, 2026 – Reykjavík

Free day in the capital — Golden Circle, Sky Lagoon, museums, swimming pools, harbor, breweries, shopping or food halls at your pace.

Farewell dinner at Kol Restaurant tonight closes the loop.

Overnight: Reykjavík | Meals: B, D

Day 11 – Sunday, September 6, 2026 – Departure

Breakfast, then transfer to Keflavík Airport (KEF) for homeward flights or begin an independent Iceland extension.

Meals: B

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What’s Included

  • 10 hotel nights on the ground (Day 1 through Day 10 overnights)
  • Private Iceland-equipped coach with professional driver–guide
  • Brewery visits and tastings: Segull 67 · Kaldi · Húsavík Öl · KHB & Landi · Beljandi · Brothers · Smiðjan (dinner)
  • Herring Era Museum · Whale Museum · whale watching · Safari Hestar horseback riding
  • GeoSea admission · private Fjallsárlón Glacier Lagoon cruise · puffin & sea-cliff cruise (Heimaey)
  • Ferry to Vestmannaeyjar · guided Reykjavík orientation walk
  • Included meals as noted in the itinerary (10 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners)
  • BeerTrips trip leader throughout
  • All local taxes on included services

Included Meals

10 Breakfasts | 5 Lunches | 6 Dinners

Multiple brewery visits and tastings as listed. Meals marked “on your own” in the itinerary are not included.

What’s Not Included

  • International airfare to and from Iceland (KEF)
  • Domestic flights Keflavík / Reykjavík ↔ Akureyri (AEY) for Day 1 arrival
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Meals and drinks not listed as included (e.g. Mývatn Öl lunch, Höfn and Vestmannaeyjar dinners on own)
  • Optional Reynisfjara evening visit · Golden Circle on free day (self-arranged)
  • Personal expenses, optional activities and tips

Where We Stay

  • Siglufjörður (1 night): Historic fishing town on the north coast
  • Akureyri (2 nights): Walkable northern capital
  • Húsavík (1 night): Whale-watching harbor town
  • Borgarfjörður Eystri (1 night): Blábjörg Resort — remote east fjords
  • Höfn (1 night): Glacier-country fishing town
  • Vík (1 night): Southernmost mainland town
  • Vestmannaeyjar (1 night): Heimaey — Westman Islands
  • Reykjavík (2 nights): Capital — harbor, breweries and culture

Final hotel names confirmed in your trip documents.

Is This Trip Right for You?

Great Fit If…

  • Remote roads, east fjords and an island ferry sound as good as the breweries
  • You want whales, horses, GeoSea, glacier lagoons and puffin cliffs included
  • You enjoy scenic coach days with free evenings in Akureyri and Reykjavík
  • A full Akureyri-to-Reykjavík loop with Vestmannaeyjar appeals to you
  • Small-group travel — maximum 12 — suits your style

May Not Be Ideal If…

  • You want a short Reykjavík-only or Golden Circle-focused trip
  • Long driving days and remote highland roads are not your preference
  • You need flat, ADA-accessible terrain throughout
  • Variable weather, ferry schedules or uneven trail surfaces are deal-breakers

Iceland’s terrain includes gravel, stairs, damp surfaces and short steep sections at waterfalls and canyons. Contact us with mobility questions.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Where do I fly in and out?

Plan international flights to Keflavík (KEF). The tour starts Day 1 — Thursday, August 27, 2026 — with arrival at Akureyri (AEY), typically via domestic connection from Reykjavík. The tour ends after breakfast Day 11 — Sunday, September 6 — with transfer to KEF or an independent extension.

Do I need a flight to Akureyri on Day 1?

Yes — the group meets on arrival at Akureyri Airport on August 27. Most travelers fly internationally to KEF, then connect to AEY. Allow time between terminals; an overnight in Reykjavík before Day 1 is often wise.

Is the Golden Circle included?

Not as a scheduled group tour. Dyrhólaey, Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss are on Day 8; Saturday in Reykjavík is free — Þingvellir, Gullfoss and Geysir fit that day if you wish, on your own or with optional local tours.

What breweries are on the route?

Segull 67, Kaldi, Húsavík Öl, KHB and Landi, Beljandi, Smiðjan Brugghús (Vík dinner), Brothers Brewery (Heimaey) and Reykjavík bars on the orientation walk — plus farewell at Kol Restaurant.

How physically demanding is this trip?

Generally easy to moderate — short walks at waterfalls and canyons, optional black sand beach, horseback riding with Safari Hestar and boat excursions. Several full days on scenic roads. Contact us with specific mobility questions.

When can I book this departure?

The 2026 Iceland Fire & Ice departure is Open for August 27–September 6, 2026. Select your room type above and register on beertrips.com. Space is limited to 12 travelers.

Can non-drinkers join?

Yes. Whales, horses, glaciers, islands and Icelandic culture stand alongside the beer program. Included meals offer more than beer alone; non-drinkers and light drinkers are welcome.

Are deposits and payment terms flexible?

A per-person deposit is required at booking; balance is typically due 90 days before departure. Full booking terms and conditions are provided during registration.

Breweries, Glaciers & Travel Resources

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Regions & Museums

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Northern breweries, Stuðlagil and glacier lagoons, Brothers on Heimaey and a final night at Kol — Iceland Fire & Ice the BeerTrips way.

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*Final brewery lineup, activity timing, hotels and exact inclusions are subject to confirmation — substitutions will always be at least as good as what they replace.

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TRAVEL DETAILS:

Air Travel is not included. Travelers are encouraged to use mileage awards, travel outside group dates, or visit other European cities while abroad to make the most out of the trip. Please confirm the trip’s operation before purchasing air tickets.

Most Trips officially begin in the lobby of the first hotel. Meeting times, information about getting from the airport or train station to the hotel, the detailed itinerary, hotel addresses, and a trip roster will be included with your Final Trip Documents, which you’ll receive 2 – 3 weeks before the trip.

How we travel on tour: All included excursions and visits include transportation. Within the cities, we rely on walking and private or public transportation (uber, taxis, busses, trams, etc.). Travel between cities is by private motor coach, luxury van, ferry, and/or rail.

REGARDING INCLUDED MEALS AND BEER:

We don’t mess around when it comes to food and beer. Restaurants — tried and true — have been carefully selected, based on quality, local knowledge, and insider tips. On a Beer Trip, included meals mean you may order as you please – including beer, appetizers, dessert, etc. We are not stingy — a lot of food and beer is included on every Beer Trip.

PLEASE NOTE:

A BeerTrips beer tour is best suited for somewhat adventurous, beer-loving travelers who want the camaraderie and structure of a tour, as well as the opportunity to explore independently. Planned events, brewery visits, locally guided tours, and some excursions are, of course, formally “guided”. Travel days, on trains, public means, or the beer bus, as well some group walks, are blissfully unstructured, though travelers can always rely on the support and assistance of the trip leader.

THIS ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE:

In rare cases, it may be necessary to alter the itinerary based on brewery or hotel availability, force majeur, acts of dieties, common sense, or bad weather, etc. Smaller breweries, as well as the Trappists, are often unable to commit to hosting groups until a couple of weeks before we arrive. Substitutions, when necessary, will be as good as what we replaced. And, don’t worry, the beer is always good!

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