Iceland
Volcanoes, glaciers, waterfalls and northern lights: nature at its purest.
— Why we chose
Iceland
Iceland is a destination that touches anyone who visits it, without exception. It's a journey through the most elemental nature — made of fire, ice, water and wind. We build itineraries that adapt to seasons, weather conditions and your way of travelling, so you can live the island at its best in any period of the year.
— Choose your experience
Choose your Iceland journey
Iceland Ring Road
Eight days to complete the full loop of Iceland along the legendary Ring Road: capital, geysers, waterfalls, glaciers, eastern fjords and northern volcanic areas. An itinerary designed exclusively for the summer season, when every road is open.
At a glance
Destination
Full island loop
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Ideal period
June – September
Ideal for
Couples, friends, curious travellers
Formula
Self-drive with rental car
Signature experiences
- Geysers and waterfalls of the Golden Circle
- Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon and Diamond Beach
- Silent eastern fjords
- Mývatn lake geothermal area
- Whale watching in Húsavík
The stages
Iceland in Winter
Six to seven days designed for winter, when days are short and distances must be shorter too. An itinerary built to maximise your chances of seeing the northern lights, focusing on the most accessible and safe regions.
At a glance
Destination
Southwest and south coast
Duration
6 – 7 days
Ideal period
October – March
Ideal for
Couples, friends, aurora hunters
Northern lights
High probability with clear skies
Formula
Self-drive with 4x4
Signature experiences
- Aurora hunting
- Geysers and frozen waterfalls of the Golden Circle
- South coast between waterfalls and black beaches
- Natural ice cave (subject to conditions)
- Outdoor thermal springs
The stages
South Iceland
Six to seven days to discover the most iconic Iceland: capital, Golden Circle, south coast waterfalls, the village of Vík and the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. An itinerary perfect all year round, for those who want to live the best of the island focusing on the southern region.
At a glance
Destination
Reykjavík, Golden Circle, south coast
Duration
6 – 7 days
Ideal period
All year round
Ideal for
First-timers, couples, families
Formula
Self-drive with rental car
Signature experiences
- Strokkur geyser and Gullfoss waterfall
- Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls
- Reynisfjara black beach and Vík village
- Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon and Diamond Beach
- Blue Lagoon or Sky Lagoon
The stages
— Quick facts
Iceland
Best season
Summer for the Ring Road, winter for the aurora
Northern lights
October to March
Flight duration
~4h direct
Ideal travellers
Couples, friends, families
Difficulty
Low, but requires attentive driving
Travel style
Nature, road trip, soft adventure
Experiences you'll live
Always included with Mauna
- Flights to and from Italy
- Carefully selected accommodations
- Car rental or transfers included
- Medical and baggage insurance
- Fully customizable itinerary
- Support before and during the journey
- Destination personally explored by our team
The activities described in the itinerary represent the experiences you can enjoy during the journey. Some may be optional and will always be clearly indicated. If the journey includes domestic flights, they are always included.
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