A Luxury Arctic Exploration

Set among snow-topped mountains and volcanic surrounds, Reykjavik is the energetic gateway city to a land of rugged adventures. As the planet’s most northerly capital, Reykjavik greets you with a crisp, clean Icelandic breeze before charming you with its blend of small village feel and big city passion. Looking out across the sea to glacier views, this little city is split in half by the brilliant waters of Tjornin Lake and brims with highbrow museums, first-class geothermal pools and stylish restaurants.

Three main attractions form the dazzling Golden Circle: Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall and the geothermally active valley of Haukadalur, which contains the geysers Geysir and Strokkur. Covering about 300 km in the South of Iceland, this dazzling route loops from Reykjavik into central Iceland and back and is an integral element of any Iceland tour.

Just north of Greenland’s capital, Nuuk, sits the breathtaking surrounds of Nuup Kangerlua Fjord, also known by its colonial name of Gilbert Sound. Ethereal and surreal, here you’ll find vast mountainous islands cradling the meeting point between glistening glacial waters and the deep blue Arctic sea.

You’ll spend an unforgettable few days filled with unparalleled hikes through serene surrounds – upon arrival at the camp, stretch your legs with a short hike to a stunning waterfall, with views of the Kiattua valley.

A picturesque and history-rich town, Ilulissat is spectacularly situated in a bay that harbours thoroughly awe-inspiring icebergs that have broken away from the impressive Jakobshavn glacier, some of which rise more than a hundred metres above sea level.

Just north of Ilulissat, on the west coast of Greenland, you’ll find the country’s largest and most active glacier: Eqi Glacier, also known by its Greenlandic name of Eqip Sermia.

Emerging through the blanket of tranquillity that surrounds the Eqi Glacier, you’ll hear the thunderous roar as enormous ice sheets crash into the turquoise water below. The awe-inspiring expanse of the glacial ice cap is made from compressed snow, which eventually turns to ice in the extreme arctic temperatures, trapping air bubbles inside. When parts of the glacial front fall, this air is released, causing the exhilarating and explosive sound.

Finish your epic journey in the comfort of Reykjavik’s Blue Lagoon, one of Iceland’s most stunning natural wonders, located in a vast lava field on the Reykjanes Peninsula, just a short drive from the capital city.

For a truly unforgettable experience, our experts suggest a stay at the Retreat at Blue Lagoon which offers an unparalleled level of luxury and exclusivity. Nestled beside the lagoon, The Retreat is a five-star hotel and spa that is seamlessly integrated into the landscape. The design of the retreat itself is a masterpiece, combining modern architecture with Iceland’s natural beauty, with elements such as stone walls and geothermal heat incorporated into the structure.