Iceland spiritual tour
Explore the Geologic Wonders of Iceland
November 22nd – December 2nd, 2025
“Amy captures the essence of each country she visits. She chooses her sites carefully and leaves enough time to appreciate each moment. She and her guide are conscientious, kind, and considerate. Her tours offer spectacular sites, comfortable accommodations, and great food, with the option to sit back and relax with new friends at the hotel/on the bus or to challenge yourself physically on guided adventurous hikes.
A little something for everyone – would highly recommend.” Shirley FG
This Icelandic spiritual tour blends exploration of the country’s geological wonders, cultural history, and steaming hot springs with meditation, qigong, and heart-opening conversations about self-acceptance, compassion, and joy.
“Amy put together an extraordinary trip of a lifetime. We were challenged both physically and spiritually, but in a way that allowed all of us to be successful and fulfilled. The trip exceeded my expectations in all aspects.” Cathy H
We’ll slow down our busy minds, open our hearts, and embrace joy and peace.
We’ll explore and practice tools to take home and use long after the tour is over.
“I loved everything about touring with Amy—from the many beautiful and interesting places we visited to the well-thought-out travel days. I appreciated all the organizing Amy did to make this a trip of a lifetime. Her experience in planning these amazing tours showed at every turn. I also sincerely appreciated her commitment to each guest having the best experience while acknowledging that different people have different needs, a kindness for many participants. Thank you for being responsible for the details so I didn’t have to think of them; I could just enjoy every minute!” Heather S
On This Adventure, You Will:
- Explore stunning natural landscapes, visiting sites such as Geysir Hot Springs, Gullfoss Waterfall, the Snaefellsness Peninsula, and more.
- Experience the local Icelandic hospitality by spending three nights at a lodging on a working sheep farm.
- Expand your perspective by viewing the awe-inspiring aurora borealis, dancing in clear starry skies, perhaps even while soaking in a hot spring!
- In this land of fire and ice, practice meditation and qigong daily to deepen your awareness of your internal energy and how it harmonizes and flows with the energy of your surroundings.
- Engage in heart-opening conversations on incorporating self-acceptance and compassion into your life.
- Meet new like-minded people who may become life-long friends after sharing this unique experience.
Your Heart-Opening Iceland Spiritual Tour Itinerary:
Days 1 & 2 Travel Days ~ SA/SU November 22/23: Fly to Reykjavik, Iceland, on an overnight flight, arriving on November 23rd.
Day 2 ~ SU November 23 (D): Arrive in Reykjavik no later than 2:00 pm. Once we’ve all arrived, we’ll head north with our driver/guide, Murray, to Borgarness for an overnight stay in a beautiful home. If we have time, we’ll stop at GUÐLAUG BATHS on the way, and if not, we’ll enjoy the hot tubs at our rental home accommodation. We’ll have dinner together in Borgarness.
Day 3 ~ MO November 24 (B/L/D): We’ll rise early for meditation and qigong, prepare breakfast together, and then head out for a day filled with geological wonders on the SNAEFELLSNESS PENINSULA which boasts a diverse landscape of lava fields, mountains, glaciers, and coastal beauty. Our stops may include a stroll near KIRKJUFELL MOUNTAIN, walk the seaside cliffs from ARNARSTAPI to HELLNAR, and visit BÚÐAKIRKJA, a picturesque church set in a lava field. After a day of exploring, we’ll have an early dinner in Borgarness and return to our rental home.
Day 4 ~ TU November 25 (B/D): Rise early for meditation and qigong, prepare breakfast together, and then head out to explore the first half of the GOLDEN CIRCLE. We’ll take a hike in ÞINGVELLIR NATIONAL PARK to see the rift between tectonic plates, then visit the GYSIR GEOTHERMAL AREA to watch active eruptions, then drive on to visit GULLFOSS WATERFALL, one of the most scenic waterfalls in Iceland. We’ll end our day’s travels in the village of Flúðir, and after checking in at the hotel, we’ll end our afternoon at HRUNALAUG HOT SPRING. After a soak, we’ll have dinner at a nearby Ethiopian restaurant then return to the hotel.
Day 5 ~ WE November 26 (B/D): Rise early for meditation, followed by breakfast. Today, we’ll continue exploring the GOLDEN CIRCLE. Our first stop of the day is KERIÐ, where we’ll walk down into an ancient volcanic crater to admire the aquamarine lake. Next, we’ll visit SELJALANDSFOSS WATERFALL and have a chance to experience the energetic power of the water as we stand behind the falls. Our next top is the SKÓGAFOSS WATERFALL, one of the largest in Iceland. We’ll then check into our hotel in Vik and regroup for afternoon meditation and dinner together.
Day 6 ~ TH November 27 (B/D): Rise early for meditation, followed by breakfast. Today is another day of exploring Iceland’s spectacular scenery as we stretch our legs and go for short walks. Our first stop is FJAÐRÁRGLJÚFUR CANYON, where we’ll take a scenic walk and revel in the views. Next up is the SVARTIFOSS WATERFALL, where water cascades over basaltic columns. We’ll then visit FJALLSÁRLÓN, a glacial lagoon at the foot of Vatnajökull glacier. Our final stop of the day is DIAMOND BEACH, where the icebergs rest on the shore, sparkling against the volcanic black sand. From here we check into our home for the next three nights, a guest house on a working sheep ranch.
Day 7 ~ FR November 28 (B/D): Rise early for meditation, followed by breakfast. Today is a completely different kind of adventure led by pros in their field! We’ll spend 5-6 hours discovering the breathtaking beauty of VATNAJÖKULL GLACIER. You’ll have a chance to combine an exhilarating SUPER JEEP RIDE with an unforgettable visit to a magical blue ICE CAVE, followed by a scenic GLACIER HIKE past incredible ice formations. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to immerse yourself in the otherworldly atmosphere and vibrant blue colors within these natural ice formations. This day trip requires moderate fitness at a minimum. You’ll be provided with a helmet, crampons, and an ice ax if necessary. If you choose not to join the tour, you may relax at the guesthouse for the day.
Day 8 ~ SA November 29 (B/D): Rise early for meditation, followed by breakfast. We’ll hear further out along the south coast today to the Icelandic fishing village of HOFN and hike a 4-mile loop on the black sand beach near VESTRAHORN. We’ll also meander through a replica VIKING VILLAGE that was created as a movie set but never used. We’ll also have time to wander the town looking at the fishing harbor and artists’ shops. If time allows, we’ll stop at the HOFFELL HOT TUBS before returning to our guesthouse for the evening. We may meet for meditation and conversation before dinner together at the guesthouse.
Day 9 ~ SU November 30 (B/D): Rise for meditation, followed by breakfast. Today, we say goodbye to Iceland’s southern coast and our hosts at the sheep ranch and make our way back to Reykjavik. To break up our day’s drive, we’ll stop at REYNISFJARA BEACH, a black sand beach, and take a walk to HALSANEFSHELLIR CAVE. Once we reach our apartment hotels in Reykjavik, we’ll get settled in for late afternoon meditation and qigong, then head out to a local restaurant.
Day 10 ~ MO December 1 (B/D): Rise early for meditation, followed by breakfast. Today, we’ll have a relaxing day exploring Iceland’s capital city. We’ll include sites such as HALLGRIMSKIRKJA CHURCH and the OLD HARBOR. We’ll watch how the day unfolds before us. In the afternoon, we’ll take a final soak in VESTURBÆJARLAUG, a neighborhood pool, where you’ll have one final chance to relax in thermal waters and chat with friendly Icelandic locals.
Day 11 ~ TU December 2 (B): A simple breakfast will be offered at our residence apartment, and then it’s time to say goodbye, and we’ll make our way to the airport for our onward journeys home.
Included in Your Iceland Spiritual Tour:
- Daily instruction and facilitation of meditation, qigong, and conversations about self-acceptance, compassion, and joy. Engaging with this content is an integral part of this spiritual tour. If you are not interested in meditation, heart-opening conversation, and qigong, different tours are available to you via other companies.
- All ground transportation for the duration of the tour.
- Lodging for 9 nights in hotels hand-selected for their ability to support our group experience. Please note that in some cases, we will stay in facilities with shared bathrooms. If this is the case, these shared bathrooms are solely for our group’s use, such as in rental homes or residential apartments. Rooms may be smaller and more simple than what you’re accustomed to in the United States.
- A driver/guide passionate about Icelandic culture, geology, and geography.
- All entrance fees for sites and activities, including hot springs and the ice-cave tour.
- A guaranteed small group, with 8 guests maximum, which means a more personalized and intimate tour experience.
- The itinerary is subject to modification based on the weather, site opening hours, and the group’s needs.
The Little Bits Not Included:
- International airfare to and from Reykjavik.
- Transportation to the airport at the end of the tour.
- Beverages with meals and/or alcohol.
- Gratuity for the driver/guide.
Tour Facilitator Amy Pattee Colvin:
In the fall of 2015, I attended a meditation retreat to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, led by my long-time meditation teachers. A local shaman joined us one of our days in Machu Picchu. During the blessing ceremony, he handed me a seed to plant after the ceremony finished. He told me to look for the plant when I brought my own group on a retreat to Peru. For many months, that seed of an idea quietly germinated and eventually developed into the international spiritual tours I offer.
When traveling with me, you’ll practice meditation and qigong daily, explore beautiful landscapes, step out of your daily routine, and immerse yourself in positive ways of thinking and living. I’m excited to share these concepts with you while we actively explore stunning landscapes and cultures.
These tours create an opportunity for you to focus on inner work, connecting to the divine within and harmonizing with the energy of the natural world.
I’ll share with you all I’ve learned in over thirty years of Taoist meditation and the wisdom I gained from becoming a certified facilitator of Stanford University’s Compassion Cultivation Training.
Driver/Guide Murray Anderson:
Revealing stories of Iceland with humor and passion is Murray’s specialty. He has an exhaustive knowledge of Icland’s history, legends, geology, and geography, so each day, he finds something special to share with us.
Some days, he’ll share ancient myths as if he’d lived with the fairies themselves; other days, he’ll tell you the name of every mountain and waterfall we pass. Every day, he’ll keep you entertained on the journey with music and stories and help you learn to love Iceland as he does.
From the moment you meet Murray, you’ll feel like you’ve found that long-lost friend you never knew you had.
I look forward to spending time with you! If you have any questions, please email me at amy@amypatteecolvin.com.
Investment & Registration:
Investment: USD $XXXX per person based on double occupancy.
- Space is limited to 8 guests. Ensure your spot by placing your deposit now.
- A deposit of $1000 is required to reserve your space, with the balance due by September 15, 2025. Payment plans are available. Please contact me for more information.
- You are welcome to register as an individual, and I will match you with a person of the same gender to share a room.
- A limited number of single rooms may available with a supplement of $XXXX.
Cancellation Policy:
- Your deposit is fully refundable until June 22nd, 2025. After that date, if you choose to cancel, your deposit is transferable to a future trip.
- I highly recommend that you purchase travel insurance, which covers emergency medical treatment, evacuation, and trip cancellation.
To register and place your deposit please email me at amy@amypatteecolvin.com.
“I loved traveling with you! Our conversations combined with your guided meditations really helped me deal with some uncomfortable stuff….stuff I hadn’t realized I was still carrying.” Erin C
“I highly recommend travel with Amy! I traveled to Peru with her and she is an incredible and magnificently organized traveler/leader. She takes the guesswork out by coordinating the entire itinerary and checklist. It is quite simply a life-changing experience.” Heather T
Food budget is roughly $550 per person