City Breaks · Iceland
Iceland Discovery
Arrive on your own; Jackie and a group of about 12 are with you the whole way.
12 Nov 2026 – 16 Nov 2026 4 nights from £1,414pp
Discover the joys of the Land of Fire & Ice!
Much of Iceland is still taking shape before our very eyes - a raw, dramatic landscape being formed by volcanic eruptions and carved out by glaciers. Other parts have hardly changed since the first Viking settlers saw them more than 1,100 years ago. On this short break, you'll experience wilderness and wildlife, energy and total calm. Rugged, moss-covered lava fields greet visitors arriving at Keflavik Airport. Coupled with its interesting shores, bird life and whale watching opportunities, the South-West of Iceland, right on the capital's doorstep makes an ideal base from which to enjoy the twin delights of nature and culture.
In November the sunrise and sunset times in Reykjavik are approx 9.30am in the morning and 5pm in the evening. We do hope to be lucky enough to see the Northern Lights, although this type of natural phenomenon does not play to order (not even for Spice Escapes!).
This 4 night break is designed to give a wonderful introduction to this stunning island and includes 2 excursions, a visit to the excellent Blue Lagoon plus enough free time for you to explore on your own. This amazing island near the Arctic Circle is still being dramatically crafted by nature – it’s a world of fire and ice that will enchant you like no other.
Flying from your preferred airport to Keflavik it’s a short transfer to our Center Hotel Plaza in Reykjavik, the islands capital.
Staying in a central Reykjavik hotel we will be well located to explore the city when we are not off on our included excursions!
Availability and pricing
| Option | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Iceland Discovery | ||
| Own flight without transfers | £1065.00 | Sold out |
| Luton | £1435.00 | Sold out |
| Manchester | £1435.00 | Sold out |
| Iceland Discovery - Accommodation | ||
| Place in a Twin Share room | No supplement | Sold out |
| Place in a single room | £349.00 | Sold out |
Booking conditions for this holiday
Our booking conditions apply to this holiday, including the deposit and the cancellation scale. Read the booking conditions
Quote the holiday title or this reference if you call the team about it: SH0000713
Who else is going
The question everyone asks and nobody wants to.
- On this departure
- 12 people booked
- Travelling alone
- Most people book on their own
Why you'll love this holiday
- Entrance to the Blue Lagoon is in the price, not an add-on.
- A full day on the Golden Circle: Thingvellir, Geysir and Gullfoss.
- The Centerhotel Plaza is central, with a bar to sit in afterwards.
Where you'll go
Included in the package are the 3 excursions:
The Blue Lagoon: The natural hot springs of this amazing natural spa is one of Iceland's most popular visitor attractions, where guests enjoy relaxing in warm geothermal seawater. The lagoon is surrounded by a magical lava field and black sandy beaches and the Blue Lagoon's warm water and natural active ingredients; mineral salts, silica and blue green algae help you relax and escape the stress and strain of daily life. Our excursion includes entrance.
Golden Circle Tour : This is the essential Iceland tour. A fabulous full-day discovering some of the top natural wonders of Iceland. We will visit ● KÞingvellir National Park, ● Geysir, ● Guilfoss - world famous waterfall and Geothermal area, bubbling with activity
Reykjavik panoramic tour : An introduction to one of Europe’s most unusual capital cities.
What's included
- International flights if selected
- Transfers
- 4 nights hotel accommodation
- 4 breakfasts.
- City tour of Reykjavik
- Full day Golden Circle tour
- Entrance to the Blue Lagoon
- 23kg Hold Luggage
- Your Spice host, Jackie Whyte
Not included
- Sole Occupancy supplement if required
- Some meals & drinks
- Personal extras.
- Personal travel insurance
Travel and where you'll stay
The Centerhotel Plaza has bright and comfortable rooms and a spacious lobby area with hotel bar where you can relax after an eventful day in Reykjavik. Breakfast buffet is included and all rooms are equipped with a mini bar, telephone, flat screen TV, shower, hairdryer and wi-fi.
Please note the hotel is not accessible to our coach so a short walk from the drop off point to the hotel is required.
Getting there — flights to Keflavik
Departing from London Luton or Manchester.
London Luton
Manchester
These are the times currently scheduled. Airlines change them, sometimes months before departure, so please treat them as provisional rather than final.
Luggage, transfers and flight notes
Please note - transfers may be grouped so some waiting at the airport may be expected.
Included luggage - 23kg hold plus small cabin bag
Before you travel
Passport validity
For UK passport holders your passport must be:
- issued less than 10 years before the day you enter (check the "date of issue")
- valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the "expiry date")
You must check your passport meets these requirements before you travel. If your passport was issued before 1 October 2018, extra months may have been added to its expiry date.
Entry rules for EU travel — EES, ETIAS and your GHIC
EU Entry/Exit System (EES)
The Entry/Exit System (EES) is being introduced gradually across the external borders of the European countries that use it, including the collection of biometric data such as a facial image and fingerprints. Passports continue to be stamped as usual in the meantime.
Further information: travel-europe.europa.eu/ees
ETIAS
UK citizens will eventually need a travel authorisation (ETIAS) to enter the European countries that require it for short stays. It is linked to your passport and valid for up to three years. There is no confirmed start date yet — we will let everyone know when it is required and how to apply.
Global Health Insurance Card
A UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC), or a still-valid EHIC, gives you the right to access state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in the EU. It is not a replacement for travel insurance.
Travel insurance
Please ensure that you have adequate personal travel insurance to suit your requirements in place before you travel.
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Before you book
Will I be the only one on my own?
No. Almost everyone books on their own — that is the whole point of the trip. Nobody has to pair up and nobody sits on their own at dinner unless they want to.
Do I have to share a room?
Only if you want to. Sharing a twin with another solo traveller of the same sex costs nothing extra, and it is how most people keep the price down. If you would rather have a room to yourself, you can — see the single-room price on the trip you are looking at.
Is there a single supplement?
There is a charge for a room of your own and it varies a great deal by trip, so the honest answer is the figure on the holiday you are looking at rather than an average. What there is not is any obligation to pay it: sharing a twin with another solo traveller of the same sex costs nothing extra, and it is a genuine option rather than a token one.
Every holiday with a single room available, and what each one costs, is listed on single rooms and single supplements.
How big is the group?
Small enough to learn everyone’s name in the first day or two. Group sizes vary by trip and are listed on each holiday.
What does the host actually do?
Your host is there to make your holiday feel easy, welcoming and fun. They travel with the group throughout the trip, help everyone get to know each other, keep things running smoothly and are there if you need anything along the way.
They’re not a traditional holiday rep — they’re part of the group, sharing the experience with you and helping make sure nobody feels left out.
Is my money protected?
Yes. Payments are held in a bonded trust account, and every holiday booked with flights is ATOL protected under licence 9046. If you arrange your own flights, your money for the holiday is still protected by the bonded trust account, but the flights you buy elsewhere are not covered by our ATOL.
What age are the other travellers?
It varies by trip. Most groups span a wide range of ages with a shared interest in the destination rather than a shared birth year.
Is there a minimum age?
Yes — 18. Spice Escapes holidays are adults only.
Most people who travel with us are in their forties and beyond, but that is who books rather than a rule. There is no upper age limit, and two people travelling together do not need to be a similar age: a daughter in her thirties travelling with her mother in her sixties is an ordinary booking.
Is Spice Escapes a singles or dating holiday company?
No. Spice Escapes is a hosted holiday company for people who travel on their own. Almost everyone books alone, groups are small and adults only (mostly forties to sixties), and a named host travels with every departure so nobody is the odd one out. It is about the destination and the company, not matchmaking.
What travellers say
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Questions about this holiday?
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