Join Raleigh Women Who Travel on our Iceland Group Adventure!

Day 1: Arrive any time

Day 2: Lava cave + Icelandic horses + Northern Lights chance + optional Secret Lagoon

Day 3: Glacier region + waterfalls + coastal scenery + optional glacier hike

Day 4: Golden Circle highlights

Day 5: Depart any time

October 22 – October 26, 2026
5 Days / 4 Nights

Start & End Location: Reykjavík, Iceland

If you'll be taking the direct flight from RDU, you'll need to depart on the evening of October 21.

This trip is designed as a community travel experience reated by the founder of Raleigh Women Who Travel, a local network of women who love exploring the world and building meaningful connections at home along the way.

It’s a chance to experience one of the world’s most dramatic landscapes while building connections, sharing experiences, and creating unforgettable memories together.

We'll have a pre-departure dinner in Raleigh to get to know everyone on the trip, as well as a post-return dinner to relive the memories and continue to build the friendships developed during the trip.

• Explore Iceland’s famous Golden Circle, including Þingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall, and the Geysir geothermal area
• Visit breathtaking waterfalls along the
• South Coast, including Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss
• Experience lava caving inside a volcanic cave system
• Meet and learn about unique Icelandic horses
• Two nights in the countryside with opportunities to see the Northern Lights
• Small group experience with a dedicated guide and host throughout the trip

One of Iceland’s most famous sightseeing routes featuring geysers, waterfalls, and Þingvellir National Park - a UNESCO World Heritage Site where tectonic plates meet.

The southern coast is home to some of Iceland’s most dramatic landscapes, including the towering Skógafoss waterfall and the unique Seljalandsfoss, where you can walk behind the cascading water.

Step inside Iceland’s volcanic past as we explore a lava cave formed by ancient eruptions, an incredible way to see the geology of Iceland up close.

Our countryside stay provides two evenings where conditions may allow us to witness the Aurora Borealis dancing across Iceland’s night sky. Pictured is where we're staying!

(Northern Lights viewing is weather dependent and not guaranteed.)

Accommodations

• 2 nights in hotels in Reykjavík
• 2 nights in a countryside guesthouse

Meals

• 4 breakfasts
• 2 dinners

Activities & Experiences

• Lava caving experience (Leiðarendi Cave)
• Icelandic horse visit
• Golden Circle sightseeing
• Þingvellir National Park visit
• Geysir geothermal area
• Gullfoss waterfall
• South Coast scenic drive
• Skógafoss waterfall visit
• Seljalandsfoss waterfall visit
• Northern Lights viewing opportunities (2 nights)

Transportation

• Private vehicle transportation between all included activities and destinations

Expert Guide

• Professional local guide (Chief Experience Officer) throughout the trip, as well as your host, Hallie (founder of RWWT and professional travel advisor)

• International airfare to/from Iceland
• Airport transfers
• Travel insurance (required, more on this below)
• Meals not listed in the itinerary
• Optional activities (such as glacier hiking)
• Personal expenses and gratuities

Travelers should plan for approximately $190–$250 USD in additional meal costs during the trip.

Double Occupancy (shared room)
$1,999 per person

*SOLD OUT* Single Supplement (private room)
+$159
Limited availability.

Rooms are primarily double occupancy. You will either be strategically matched to a roommate through a survey, or you can request one.

Deposit: $350 per person (NON-REFUNDABLE)
Due at time of booking to secure your spot.

Final Payment Due:
August 17, 2026

Spots are limited and reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Cancellation 60 days or more before departure
Loss of deposit.

Cancellation 30–59 days before departure
Loss of deposit + 50% loss of final payment.

Cancellation within 30 days of departure
Loss of deposit + 100% loss of final payment.

• Minimum group size: 8
• Maximum group size: 16
• Age requirement: 18+
• Physical Rating: 3/5 - Average
• Ripple score: 100/100 - this means that all of the services we have used to create this tour are locally owned.
• While this itinerary is designed specifically for our group of women from Raleigh & the surrounding areas, the trip could be opened up to the public at any time if we dip below the 8-traveler minimum. This is in place to protect your investment, so no one owes anything additional if that happens.
• Northern Lights viewing is weather dependent and NOT guaranteed.

• You’re looking for a quick, fast-paced getaway
• You don’t mind simple, basic accommodations
• You want a social small-group experience
• You’re excited by nature & scenery
• You’re okay if others are traveling with our group (the trip could be opened to the public if we don’t meet the 8-traveler minimum)
• Giving back to the local community is important to you when you travel - ALL of the services we have used to create this tour are locally owned
• You're okay with a moderate level of activity, requiring good physical fitness
• You enjoy being with an adults-only group (the minimum age requirement is 18)

• You’re looking for a longer, slower adventure (although you could certainly add on independent exploration before & after, and I can help with that!)
• You prefer more luxury stays
• You dislike group structure and want lots of downtime
• You only want to travel with members of this group (once again, the trip could be opened to the public if we don’t meet the 8-traveler minimum)
• You're not looking for a moderately active trip
• Seeing the Northern Lights will make or break your trip - we can't guarantee it!

Travel insurance is required for this trip and must include emergency medical coverage of at least $200,000 USD, including emergency evacuation and repatriation.

We strongly recommend purchasing a comprehensive travel protection plan that includes:

• Trip cancellation coverage
• Trip interruption coverage
• Medical coverage
• Emergency evacuation coverage

Within 48 hours of placing your deposit, I will send you a travel insurance quote through my trusted partner that you can review and purchase if you choose. You are not required to purchase that policy and are welcome to obtain coverage from any provider you prefer, as long as it meets the coverage requirements.

Raleigh Women Who Travel is a Facebook community created for adventurous women in the Raleigh area who love exploring the world. It’s a supportive space to share travel tips, plan monthly meetups, and connect with like-minded local women.

No! Anyone based in Raleigh or the surrounding areas who identifies as a woman, or nonbinary folks who feel comfortable in women-centered spaces, is welcome to join the tour. I do highly recommend joining the Raleigh Women Who Travel Facebook group, not just for trip updates, but for all the amazing travel tips, inspiration, and connections you’ll find there.

If we don’t hit our minimum of 8 travelers, the trip may be opened to the public to ensure everyone’s investment is protected.

Yes. Travel insurance is required for this trip and must include emergency medical coverage of at least $200,000 USD, including emergency evacuation and repatriation.

Within 48 hours of placing your deposit, I will send you a travel insurance quote through my trusted partner that you can review and purchase if you choose. You are not required to purchase that policy and are welcome to obtain coverage from any provider you prefer, as long as it meets the coverage requirements.

Purchasing travel insurance shortly after placing your deposit is strongly recommended to ensure maximum protection, including potential trip cancellation benefits.

No. International flights to and from Iceland are not included.

Travelers should wait to book flights until the trip is officially confirmed and you receive guidance on recommended arrival and departure timing.

You will have the option of adding flights to your itinerary so they are handled for you.

You should plan to fly into Keflavík International Airport (KEF), which serves the capital city of Reykjavík.

The trip includes two nights with opportunities to view the Northern Lights, but sightings are not guaranteed.

The aurora is a natural phenomenon and visibility depends on weather conditions, cloud cover, and solar activity. October is considered a good time of year for potential sightings, especially outside city lights.

Pricing is based on double occupancy, meaning two travelers share a room.

The options are to:

• Request to be paired with another traveler
• Take a survey so you'll be strategically matched with another traveler
• Book a single room (SOLD OUT)

This itinerary involves moderate activity, including walking outdoors, uneven terrain, and standing for periods of time at scenic sites.

Most travelers who are comfortable walking a few miles per day at a relaxed pace should find the trip manageable.

This trip uses standard hotels and an Icelandic guesthouse, consistent with the tour operator’s classic small-group travel style.

While accommodations are comfortable and well-located, they are not luxury properties.

The trip includes:

• 4 breakfasts
• 2 dinners

Travelers should budget approximately $190–$250 USD for additional meals during the trip.

Once you submit the sign-up form:

1. I will manually apply your deposit payment to secure your spot (when you authorize payment, it is NOT automatically applied).
2. You will receive a booking confirmation and next steps.
3. Within 48 hours, you will receive a travel insurance quote for review (optional to purchase).
4. As we get closer to departure, additional trip details and group updates will be provided.

Cancellation terms are set by the tour operator.

• 60+ days before departure: Loss of deposit.
• 30–59 days before departure: Loss of deposit + 50% loss of final payment.
• Within 30 days of departure: Loss of deposit + 100% loss of final payment.

Travel insurance can help protect you financially if unexpected events prevent you from traveling.

Please do not book flights until you've received your booking confirmation and guidance is provided.

This trip will have 8–16 travelers.

A minimum of 8 participants is required for this departure to operate as a private Raleigh Women Who Travel group.