8-Day Iceland Ring Road Adventure

Jóhann was authentic and gave many recommendations for local food, places to walk to, and swimming pools. He made the trip memorable with his upbeat energy. The atmosphere was relaxed but not boring. The days were full of visiting waterfalls, churches, stopping for hotdogs, and having fun together learning as a group. I definitely recommend this tour & Jóhann as a tour guide! He went out of his way to make an extra stop at the tomato greenhouse and influenced the group dynamic in a positive way :)

This tour was wonderful. So many wonderful places to experience. What made the trip extra special was the guide, Thales. He brought such warmth, humor, care, and knowledge, all with a welcoming spirit. Iceland is truly a magical place. Thank you!

This tour would not have been nearly as enjoyable or insightful without our guide, John. Beyond witnessing Iceland’s breathtaking scenery, I also gained a deep understanding of the country’s history, culture, demographics, geography, and socio-economic background. John shared his knowledge generously, making every place we visited more meaningful. John is an incredibly caring and detail-oriented guide, and most importantly, he is truly passionate about his job. Every morning, he refreshed our memories of the places we had visited and clearly briefed us on the day’s itinerary. Each evening before hotel check-in, he conducted a debrief so we knew what to prepare for, our departure time, and the next day’s plan. He consistently gave us practical advice on what to do and what not to do, especially regarding safety when arriving at new locations. He even thoughtfully reminded us to use the free toilets before long drives to the next destination — small details that made a big difference. Throughout the journey, John kept the atmosphere lively with his great playlist, cheering us up and making the long drives enjoyable. He encouraged plenty of interaction among the group, ensuring we left Iceland with a much better understanding of the country, not just photos. Along the way, he also brought us to special stops off the usual tourist route, allowing us to experience Iceland from a deeper and more authentic perspective. John went above and beyond — even constantly monitoring northern lights activity to ensure we had the best chance to see them. In conclusion, this is one of the best tours I have ever joined. I truly appreciate John’s professionalism and dedication in showing us the very best of Iceland. I didn’t just see Iceland with my eyes — I felt its warmth through his guidance and care.

Had a blast in Troll’s 8-day ring road tour and will recommend it to my friends! Iceland is full of nature’s wonders unique to the country, with volcanic rock formations and lava fields, glaciers and ice caves, geothermal baths and erupting geysers, countless waterfalls and rainbows, whales and seals and beautiful horse breeds (puffins also if you come in the right time) - definitely worth to see them all, full circle! I would say spring and autumn are good times to balance daylight activities and the chance to see the northern lights at night, and to avoid the harsh weather and road conditions in winter. It is extremely impressive how Troll manages to run tours everyday throughout the year, and even operate hotels, ice caves and glacier hikes/climbs and snorkelling etc of their own! Our tour guide (and driver!) John infuses passion and energy into the tour, in addition to his extensive knowledge of Iceland and thoughtful arrangements, which made the experience both hospitable and engaging. He also made memorable extra stops, and watched out for the northern lights for us. Hats off to John! Till next time!

Before the tour, I exchanged several emails with Troll Expeditions about things I didn’t fully understand and some additional rentals. They always replied quickly, which made me feel very reassured. The minibus we used during the tour was extremely clean and very comfortable. Our guide, Thales, prepared a truly special journey for us. Even though it was a long tour, he always planned our breaks, shopping, and sightseeing — including a few extra stops not on the schedule — with perfect timing. He even took us to some of his personal favorite places, where we could experience and feel the deeper side of Iceland. Spending eight days with the same guide and the same group was an unforgettable experience. I would love to visit Iceland again and join another Troll Expeditions tour!