Experience Iceland's wonders in 7 Days - This is a Luxury Fly & Hire (rental bike) Fully Guided Motorcycle Tour. ALL accommodation is in excellent hotels of a very high standard and all rooms are ensuite.
Join us as we ride the highlights of Iceland's Golden Circle and the pristine wilderness of the Western Fjords (Iceland's hidden gem).
We travel on virtually traffic free Roads and enjoy the natural wonders of this pristine wilderness landscape.
Wildcat Adventures is the first UK based operator to offer Road & Overland Motorbike Tours in Iceland personally researched by John & Brigitte and led by us. We do not subcontract any of our tours!
TOUR SUMMARY
Iceland is situated on the Arctic Circle - a land of Earth, Sea & Fire where the forces of nature have created a unique landscape for Adventure Motorcycle Riding.
Glaciers, volcanoes, lava flows, Geysers, hot springs and spectacular waterfalls.
A route designed by John Fulton from experience gained over 30 Years leading adventure tours.
Our tour has been fully researched and personally ridden by John & Brigitte - as with all our tours, it is run & supported by Wildcat Adventures and led by John & Brigitte.
Highlights & Map
Highlights & Map
Our tour starts and ends in Reykjavik - the most northerly capital city in the world.
We would be happy to provide you with Flight information - please contact us.
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Reykjavik - explore the most northerly capital city in the world with it's vibrant nightlife and culture - our hotel is located right on Reykjavik's marina
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Spectacular mountain and coastal scenery
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UNESCO World Heritage-listed Thingvellir National Park
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Godafoss (The Golden Waterfall)
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Active Geysers including the famous Strokkur Geyser
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Abundance of bird life
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Langajokull Glacier
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a 2.5 hour ferry across Breidafjodur with an opportunity to see marine mammals and bird life
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Golden beaches of Snaefellsnes Peninsula
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Snaefellsjokull Glacier
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Geothermal pools located right on the beach
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Optional whale watching excursion
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Cultural and Folk Museums
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Western Fjords & old Whaling Ports
ROUTE MAP
Itinerary
Itinerary
Two months prior to tour departure date we will send each participant a tour package which includes map with route outlined, and itinerary with accommodation details
Day 1 - Fly into Keflavik Meet your guide & Private transfer to Reykjavik
Arrive at Keflavik airport - Transfer to our luxury hotel in Reykjavik.
Depending on your time of arrival you may wish to take in a whale watching trip (approx 2-3 hours duration)
Day 3 - The Western Fjords
Day 4 - North West Fjords - Europe's most Westerly Point
Breakfast included
Wildcat Adventures reserves the right to alter the route based on weather & road conditions, availability on Snaefellsnes short ferry crossing, and fitness & skills of the group
Accommodation
Accommodation
Accommodation for this tour is in Excellent Hotels of a very high standard and all with ensuite rooms.
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All breakfasts are hot or cold buffet style - with an extensive choice
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All hotels have an onsite restaurant & bar, free wifi
- Some hotels have a workout centre and some with hot tub
A Sample of the very high standard of Hotels we use on our "Golden Circle & The Western Fjords" Tour
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Bike Hire
Bike Hire Details - Prices & Conditions
We have a fleet of BMW GS motorcycles available for hire - Bike hire subject to availability.
N.B. your bike of choice is not guaranteed until we have received your deposit for the motorcycle hire.
Some bikes have a low seat option - please enquire.
All hire bikes are supplied with side panniers with adequate capacity to carry your clothes and belongings.
You may leave excess luggage at our hotel in Reykjavik to be collected at the end of the tour.
BMW F700GS
Seat height 790 - 820 mm
Dry Weight 179 kg
75 bhp
Hire Price: £1265 (for duration of the tour)
BMW F800GS
Seat height 820 - 880 mm
Dry Weight 191 kg
85 bhp
Hire Price: £1595 (for duration of the tour)
BMW R1200GS
Seat height 850 - 870mm
Dry Weight 230 kg
125 bhp
Hire Price: £1870 (for duration of the tour)
Bike Hire Conditions:
Included
OUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:
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A route fully researched by John & Brigitte to give you the best Riding Adventure in Iceland
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A guarantee of services by a Bona Fide UK Tour Operator (Wildcat Adventures Ltd) with protection of monies paid in advance
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Map with route detailed
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Tour package - Detailed Itinerary with accommodation details, KitList, Documents List, Emergency Contacts List
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Custom Wildcat Adventures Buff (considered by many to be a collectors item!)
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Guided all the way by John & Brigitte who have both personally traveled extensively on their motorcycles in Iceland
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Overnight Hotel parking charges
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Ferry from Western Fjords to Snaefellsnes Peninsula (subject to availability)
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7 Day Tour
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6 nights in Hotels of a very high standard. Accommodation is on a bed & breakfast basis - Breakfast is hot & cold buffet with an extensive choice
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5 Ride Days
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Airport Coach Transfers at start and end of tour
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Transfers to collect and drop off your hire bike
Support Crew
- John & Brigitte on their motorcycle to accompany & support the group
Exclusions: flights, all bank fees incurred in making tour & bike hire payments, airport transfers out with the designated tour start/end dates, insurance excesses, whale watching trip, petrol, tolls, lunches and dinners, all beverages, tips to waiters etc, travel insurance, costs associated with breakdown & recovery of hire bike or injury to yourself, entrance fees to visitor attractions, costs associated with late arrivals/catching up with the tour group, all costs associated with any motorcycle damage & its accessories.
FAQ
FAQs
How far do we ride each day?
Distances vary from 100 to 240 miles on the tour. A typical day's riding starts at 9am and we reach our destination around 4pm - providing plenty of time to relax and explore the numerous points of interest.
How large is the island and what are the people like?
Iceland is 39,768.5 sq mi.
It is a country which is deceiving in size and it is surprising how much time it takes to explore all of it wonders and mysteries.
The Icelandic people are welcoming and most speak English.
What is the weather in Iceland likely to be?
The weather in Iceland is not unlike that in Scandinavia - You will have to be prepared for anything - wind, rain, fog, sun, cold, and heat.
Temperatures may vary 5-20C.
Can I take a pillion (passenger) on this tour?
Yes you may take a passenger - you and your passenger should be experienced having already ridden two up on hard packed gravel roads. This tour is a combination of tarmac and hard packed easy gravel roads with accommodation in hotels of a very high standard.
How many riders in the group?
Our groups are normally 8-10 riders. Typically our groups consist of 2 to 3 couples and several solo riders.
I wish to ride my own bike on this 7-day tour is that possible?
Yes - if you prefer to ride your own motorcycle on this 7 day tour we can assist you with the shipping of your motorcycle from UK to Iceland. Shipping and all related costs are not included in the price of the tour.
Are flights included?
Flights are not included in the tour price. There are several low cost carriers providing passenger services to Iceland - flight times from UK are normally less than 2 hours. If you are flying from outside UK flight times will be longer - Please contact us for details.
What Experience do I need?
Our Road tour is a combination of Tarmac and easy gravel tracks. You should be an experienced rider and confident riding a large capacity motorcycle (with luggage) on tarmac and easy gravel tracks.
Is this tour run by Wildcat Adventures?
Absolutely! All our tours are organised and led by John & Brigitte of Wildcat Adventures - we do not subcontract ANY of our tours!
Photos
Iceland Motorcycle Tour "The Golden Circle & The Western Fjords - Viking Raid" Fly & Hire
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