Iceland
September 11
September 5
Travel to another planet
SEPTEMBER 5
- September 11, 2026
with Alexey Pivorov
In search of
architectural treasures
Autumn is the best time to go! Northern Lights, geysers, waterfalls, volcanic beaches—all
without the crowds.
Autumn is the best time to go! Northern Lights, geysers, waterfalls, volcanic beaches—all without the crowds
Travel for those who understand
A journey
for those who understand
Russian journalist, media manager, blogger, and creator of the YouTube channel "Redaktsiya"
Alexey Pivovarov*
I'll show you Iceland without the crowds and tourist bustle. We'll see the Northern Lights, fjords, glaciers, and places only the locals know. We won't just drive along the Golden Circle—we'll understand why this island is designed the way it is.
Iceland isn't just nature. It's another planet, where you instantly feel like you're on the fringes. Here you see how the Earth really works: glaciers, geysers, volcanoes. It's a great way to reset your brain.
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WHAT WILL YOU SEE?
The world's northernmost capital, a cozy city on the Atlantic Ocean, where modern architecture coexists with volcanic landscapes
Reykjavik
A place where you can hear Iceland's breath. Two steps, a strong current, and a deep canyon that seems almost vertical
Gullfoss Waterfall
Iceland's calling cards. At Seljalandsfoss, we'll walk along a trail right behind the wall of falling water, and Skógafoss will amaze you with its perfect shape and power—according to legend, the treasure of the first Viking is hidden here
Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls
A unique place that seems like a scene from a movie: dark, majestic and endlessly attractive
Reynisfjara Black Beach
An authentic dwelling of Iceland's ancestors. Here we'll be immersed in the era: berserkers, a witch-fortune teller, mead goblets, and ancient pastimes like axe throwing
Traditional Viking Longhouse
The world's northernmost capital, a cozy city on the Atlantic Ocean,
where modern architecture coexists
with volcanic landscapes
Reykjavik
A place where you can hear Iceland's breath. Two steps, a strong current, and a deep canyon that seems almost vertical
Gullfoss Waterfall
Iceland's calling cards. At Seljalandsfoss, we'll walk along a trail right behind the wall of falling water, and Skógafoss will amaze you with its perfect shape and power—according to legend, the treasure of the first Viking is hidden here
Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls
A unique place that seems like a scene from a movie: dark, majestic and endlessly attractive
Reynisfjara Black Beach
An authentic dwelling of Iceland's ancestors.
Here we'll be immersed in the era: berserkers, a witch-fortune teller, mead goblets, and ancient pastimes like axe throwing.
Traditional Viking Longhouse
No random travel companions. Just people with whom it's pleasant to chat and discuss new things. We're not talking about business meetings, we're talking about simple human connection. Insiders = finding your own.
Interesting company
A route through the most interesting places - from famous points of the Golden Ring to hidden natural beauties that only locals know
Verified locations
An opportunity to discuss the main points at an Open Talk with Alexey Pivovarov and connect in an informal setting at any location on the tour
Exclusive formats
We select only those hotels and restaurants that we have personally tested and can recommend without hesitation
Quality service
WHAT AWAITS YOU
ON YOUR JOURNEY?
WHAT AWAITS YOU
ON YOUR JOURNEY?
An opportunity to discuss the main points at an Open Talk with Alexey Pivovarov and connect in an informal setting at any location on the tour
Exclusive formats
A route through the most interesting places - from famous points of the Golden Ring to hidden natural beauties that only locals know
Verified locations
We select only those hotels and restaurants that we have personally tested and can recommend without hesitation
Quality service
No random travel companions. Just people with whom it's pleasant to chat and discuss new things. We're not talking about business meetings, we're talking about simple human connection.
Insiders = finding your own.
Interesting company
We can organize a customized trip!
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Tour itinerary
September 5 - September 11
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Day 1
September 5
In the evening, we will meet the group and Alexey Pivovarov, and have dinner at an exceptional local restaurant.
Free time to relax after the flight.
In just 45 minutes you arrive in Reykjavik and check into a hotel
on the shores of Faxaflói Bay.
You'll be met at Keflavik International Airport. Insiders sign. Comfortable transfer in a Mercedes.
Welcome to the land of the never-setting Arctic sun, glaciers and the most active volcanoes on the planet.
Velkomin heim! is the sign that greets all travelers arriving in Iceland.
Velkomin heim
Day 2
September 6
Afterwards, lunch at one of the best fish restaurants, serving the freshest seafood.
During the day, relax and unwind overlooking the harsh northern ocean at one of the island's best spas. Here, you'll enjoy stunning panoramic views and unique healing geothermal waters.
This morning, we'll take a sightseeing walk through the intimate, colorful streets.
We'll see all the main sights of this cozy town located near the Arctic Circle.
A Russian-speaking guide will accompany you, explaining the cultural code of the bearded islanders, their customs, history, culture, and cuisine.
Reykjavik: The City at the Arctic Circle
Day 3
September 7
Lunch at Vínstofan, a restaurant located in one of the oldest greenhouses of the Friðheimar estate. Afterward, head to one of Iceland's most impressive waterfalls, Gullfoss.
Then came the geyser that gave its name to all the hot springs in the world, and the eruption of its active neighbor in the Haukaládur valley.
Along the way, you'll stop by the "cavemen" – a restored house in the rock where an Icelandic family lived just a century ago awaits you.
Today you'll head inland and drive through Thingvellir National Park. You'll see Iceland's "skull point," a giant tectonic fault, and one of the country's most beautiful lakes.
Thingvellir, geysers and waterfalls
Day 4
September 8
Further on, you'll find Cape Dyrhólaey with its arches and endless volcanic beaches, where the curious northern puffins nest.
You will reach the famous black beach of Reynisfjara, see a cave made of perfect basalt columns, and meet the mythical "petrified trolls" - the Reynisdranga rocks.
To make it all happen, you'll need to leave early. Along the way, you'll see Seljalandsfoss waterfall, whose streams you can follow, and climb up to Skógafoss, one of the island's most recognizable waterfalls.
Today you'll travel to the heart of Southern Iceland—the filming location of Interstellar and Game of Thrones. Here, the raging ocean meets gigantic basalt columns, while an ancient glacier watches over it all.
A world of waterfalls and black beaches
Day 5
September 9
In the evening, you'll head to SPA Laugarrás, a modern geothermal complex designed in harmony with nature: two-level lagoons, warm springs, and panoramic views make your stay truly special.
After the walk, we'll invite you to a real home-cooked lunch—dishes that the farm's owner, Icelandic Katrin, will prepare especially for the group.
Today, you'll visit a cozy family farm where generations of champion horses have been bred. Here, you'll learn the history of the breed and go on a horseback ride. The Icelandic horse moves smoothly and confidently, as if carrying you through the air—you're sure to enjoy it, even if you've never ridden before.
Home-cooked lunch and geothermal lagoons
Day 6
September 10
We'll end the day with lunch at a traditional Viking longhouse, where you'll be greeted by berserkers, a witch-fortune teller, goblets filled with mead, and various Icelandic amusements.
We'll venture deeper into the uninhabited Martian highlands on a monster truck, where, together with an experienced guide at a base camp, you'll prepare for a journey across the icy desert.
We'll start the day with a snowmobile ride to Iceland's second largest glacier, Langjökull.
Glacial Expedition and Viking Feast
Day 7
September 11
Breakfast, check-out. Transfer to the airport.
See you soon and have a safe flight!
Farewell cheers!
Look
at the beauty
you will live in
Look at the beauty
you will live in
On our trip, comfortable double rooms in 4* hotels have been reserved for you
cost and booking conditions
13.500$
for one *subject to double occupancy
Single occupancy $750+
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE OF THE PROGRAM
NOT INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM PRICE
All activities as per the program: horse riding, stable visit, snowmobiling, private changing rooms at the SPA, all tickets as per the program
Accompaniment by a Russian-speaking guide
Meals: soft drinks, breakfasts in hotels, lunches and dinners in restaurants
All transfers within the program
Accommodation in hotels
International flight (we'll be happy to help you find the best flight for you)
Medical insurance
Early check-in and late check-out
Mini-bar
Personal expenses
Alcoholic drinks
Visa application
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for each participant
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4000 $
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This is not Alexey Pivorov's first trip with Insiders
In April, we traveled to Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Botswana. And in October, we traveled to Mexico.
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