Overall, we were very happy

Iceland | Aug 20 - Aug 27, 2025

Overall, we were very happy with the itinerary that Gummi put together for us. We appreciated being able to provide feedback with Gummi's proposals and tweak what we wanted until we came up with a plan that met both our desires and budget. The provided packing list was spot on. We especially enjoyed the Lava Cave and Glacier Cave adventures. There were only two of the suggested stops that we didn't make - we forgot one and decided to shorten our drive on a rainy day.

We had some challenges using the Google Maps and WiFi with Car Play. We probably wouldn't recommend the hotel in Reykjavik as our first room was very small and parking was a challenge (they say they provide parking but it was street parking not the hotel's). It would have been good for Gummi to make it clear that we needed to be diligent to pay for parking no matter how short a time we were there (we got charged after the fact). In the end the only thing we wish we could have added was a visit to a smaller hot spring, maybe replacing a waterfall.

We are glad that we decided on a short stay at the Hotel Keflavik upon arrival and before heading to the Blue Lagoon. Being able to take a 4 hour nap made the rest of the day much more enjoyable. Gummi should be familiar with the Nap and Go program which I just happened to come across online.

Hotel Reviews

Alva Hotel Brautarholt

Reykjavík

Check in was easy. Our first room was very small; the second room was better. The location was quiet. It was a 15-20 minute walk to the sites. Although the hotel claims they provide parking, it is actually street parking and only certain areas are free. Breakfast was good.

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Stracta Hotel Hella

Hella

The hotel is comfortable and located close to restaurants. The onsite bistro is good.

Authenticity & Character

Hot tub and sauna

Location

Convenient to restaurants, gas stations and the highway.

Staff

We were given the runaround when asking if we could get something for breakfast the night before because we needed to leave before breakfast opened.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Hotel Bifrost

Borgarnes

The rooms are nice. The area is quiet. Breakfast was good. There's not much in the immediate vicinity of the hotel.

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Staff

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Skálatjörn

Selfoss

The guesthouse rooms were comfortable and well-appointed. It was very quiet. The host gives a daily tour of the goats which was fun. Selfoss was 20 minutes away.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Located amidst farmland about 20 minutes from Selfoss.

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Hotel Skógá by EJ Hotels

Skógar

The hotel was comfortable. We appreciated the fancy coffee machine in the common area. Breakfast was good.

Authenticity & Character

Location

The nearest restaurants, etc. are in Vik about 20 minutes away. It was quiet and an easy walk to a waterfall.

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Víðgelmir Lava Cave Experience

Iceland

We were given good instructions and explanations. Felt very safe. The guide was excellent.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Glacier Ice Cave Experience

Iceland

The hike to the cave was a little challenging but still fun. I felt safe. The explanation of the cave was good.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

It would have helped if South Coast Adventures had a sign in the parking lot. I was expecting a storefront and was surprised they just parked and expected us to find them.