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Iceland Offbeat

If you’re looking to travel off the beaten path, & explore the real Iceland, then look no further :-)

Separating the traveller from the tourist; unforgettable holidays, unique experiences & inspiration for the soul is what we specialise in.

Our tailor-made trip plans help you explore the untrodden paths and untouched beauty of Iceland and we strive to make your holiday one of a lifetime!

Iceland Offbeat is part of the following groups: Iceland Travel Agents, the Faroe Islands Travel Agents

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Recent Trip Reviews for Iceland Offbeat

Couldn’t be more pleased
Iceland | Nov 24 - Dec 1, 2024

Isabela
Isabela V.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Dec 12, 2024
Adam listened to what we were looking for and created a great itinerary for us. Loved the fact that he created Google maps itineraries for each day, that made our road tripping so much easier and was such a thoughtful detail. Furthermore he made great suggestions in case we wanted to do more than what had been aalloyed for each day- some of those ended up being extraordinary experiences which we loved. Our trip was beyond delightful, the activities selected and even the hikes he managed to... Read more

Adam listened to what we were looking for and created a great itinerary for us. Loved the fact that he created Google maps itineraries for each day, that made our road tripping so much easier and was such a thoughtful detail. Furthermore he made great suggestions in case we wanted to do more than what had been aalloyed for each day- some of those ended up being extraordinary experiences which we loved. Our trip was beyond delightful, the activities selected and even the hikes he managed to sneak in (it’s late November and quite cold) were extraordinary. Hotels were great as well and were within our budget.
This is my 3rd trip with Kim Kim and I am definitely a fan! Will be consulting them for my next trip without a doubt.

Local specialist: Adam Warszawski
Adam
Adam Warszawski
Local specialist in Poland / Iceland | Replied on Dec 13, 2024

Thank you for the wonderful review and for trusting Kimkim once again, Isabela. I'm glad you had a fantastic time in Iceland, and I'm sure many more adventures await you!

40th Birthday Trip to Iceland
Iceland | Oct 21 - Oct 26, 2024

Mariam
Mariam M.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Dec 03, 2024
My husband had been wanting to go to Iceland since we first met. We decided to go for his 40th birthday and worked with Rinolda to plan the trip. It was amazing. She took all of our feedback into account and really thought about the details. We had a redeye flight so didn't sleep much and basically started our activities as soon as we landed. The first stop on our itinerary was the Blue Lagoon which was really refreshing and helped to wake us up. We had just the right amount of things to do... Read more

My husband had been wanting to go to Iceland since we first met. We decided to go for his 40th birthday and worked with Rinolda to plan the trip. It was amazing. She took all of our feedback into account and really thought about the details. We had a redeye flight so didn't sleep much and basically started our activities as soon as we landed. The first stop on our itinerary was the Blue Lagoon which was really refreshing and helped to wake us up. We had just the right amount of things to do each day and got to see so many beautiful places and do so many unique things on this trip.

Hotel Review
Comfort Category Accommodation With Private Bathroom
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Blue Lagoon
Blue Lagoon
Iceland

The facilities were very nice and it was a nice, relaxing experience overall.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Crystal Blue Ice Cave
Crystal Blue Ice Cave
Iceland

Our guide was very knowledgeable and funny. The experience itself was really cool and definitely something I'd recommend.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Rinolda J
Rinolda
Rinolda J
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Dec 17, 2024

Thanks for the beautiful words, it was my pleasure to be a part of your adventure!

Great value and ease for your trip-planning needs
Iceland | Nov 11 - Nov 16, 2024

Valerie
Valerie E.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Nov 26, 2024
Based on the time we had and priorities we shared, Adam developed a complete itinerary for our first trip to Iceland with wonderful lodging well-suited to our group. Adam's communication was frequent and supportive before and during our trip. For a reasonable fee, our group of 4, which had minimal time to plan and communicate with each other, had an on-demand advisor and assistant who took care of booking lodging, transportation, and several structured activities that reflected our desires... Read more

Based on the time we had and priorities we shared, Adam developed a complete itinerary for our first trip to Iceland with wonderful lodging well-suited to our group. Adam's communication was frequent and supportive before and during our trip. For a reasonable fee, our group of 4, which had minimal time to plan and communicate with each other, had an on-demand advisor and assistant who took care of booking lodging, transportation, and several structured activities that reflected our desires for the trip, budget, and timeline needs. It was easy, supportive, and affordable and we had a great trip!

Activity Review
Rye Bread tour (Geothermal bakery)
Iceland

The "bakery tour" was a fun activity and I would highly recommend a visit to the spa and brief presentation about traditional geothermal baking, but I would keep expectations realistic for the depth of the tour. We did not tour a bakery, but witnessed a guide pulling a pot out of the ground and then serving us the bread. On the one hand it was nice that it was just a brief spiel and demo by a friendly presenter, (especially in the windy rain outside), with a tasting as the main event, but if you're looking for something more in-depth about history, baking, or science, this isn't it. Not sure how much the tour is since it was booked for us, but I think I might be happy with a meal at the café and a visit to the spa. It was a great change of pace from driving and waterfalls, though, and the bread was delicious! At this time of year, there were 2 times available, 11:45 and 2:30, so take that into account with what else you want to do that day. We enjoyed the tomato greenhouse cafe and educational space about 40 min. from the bakery after the tour.

Quality of Experience
More depth to the tour, maybe a peek at the actual bakery, something more immersive--experience with the baking?, more history about baking in this way and the place of bread and rye and geothermal water in Icelandic cuisine. That said, it was enjoyable for what it was. The brevity might be especially appropriate for families with kids or itineraries with several other things on it for the day.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Friendly and clear
Transport
Just a short walk to the site where the bread is buried.
Local specialist: Adam Warszawski
Adam
Adam Warszawski
Local specialist in Poland / Iceland | Replied on Nov 26, 2024

I'm happy to hear you had a wonderful time in Iceland! Thank you for a great review and for trusting us. I hope you'll visit Iceland one more time!

Safe Travels!
Adam

Iceland trip for family of 3
Iceland | Nov 15 - Nov 24, 2024

Kevin
Kevin Y.
Borough Park, NY | Reviewed on Nov 26, 2024
First time going with kimkim to plan our holiday itinerary.
Eric was assigned to us and the discussion/ideas flowed freely. We provided a list of activities we'd like to do together with my 8yr old girl and he planned a seamless itinerary that allowed us to participate in the activities based on a self drive route planned by Eric.
Our flight into Rejkavik was delayed. Eric and his team provided quick assistance with regards to our car rental. Unfortunately, due to the delay we had less time...
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First time going with kimkim to plan our holiday itinerary.
Eric was assigned to us and the discussion/ideas flowed freely. We provided a list of activities we'd like to do together with my 8yr old girl and he planned a seamless itinerary that allowed us to participate in the activities based on a self drive route planned by Eric.
Our flight into Rejkavik was delayed. Eric and his team provided quick assistance with regards to our car rental. Unfortunately, due to the delay we had less time to explore the city.
Each day's itinerary was planned meticulously with 'must-see' sights and other sights if we had the time.
The hotel stays booked for us were very comfortable.
Working with Eric to plan the trip was an absolute pleasure.
It was a great trip, definitely one we will miss for a long time.

Activity Reviews
Horse riding tour
Hveragerdi

We enjoyed this every much, especially our 8 year old!

Solheimajokull Glacier Hike
Solheimajokull Glacier Hike
Iceland

In my honest opinion, a must do in Iceland. Our guide, Malek, was very good.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Èric D
Èric
Èric D
Local specialist in France / Iceland | Replied on Nov 27, 2024

Thank you for your kind words Kevin! It was a joy planning your family’s adventure and ensuring everything was tailored to suit your needs, especially with your 8-year-old in mind. I’m so glad you enjoyed the seamless itinerary and the comfortable accommodations - your feedback is invaluable to us :-)

All the best,
Èric

Excellent plan, but a few communications snafus
Iceland | Aug 29 - Sep 8, 2024

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Elizabeth H.
Herndon, VA | Reviewed on Nov 24, 2024
We really enjoyed our trip to Iceland. Our specialist, Othman, provided numerous options for us to experience and we enjoyed them all. The accommodations were good. The route information and maps were excellent. The plan worked well, with scenic driving and adventures spaced out well. The wifi device was a great thing to have. One problem we ran into a few times was communications. For example, one of the self-checkin guesthouses did not send any information to me ahead of time. I did not... Read more

We really enjoyed our trip to Iceland. Our specialist, Othman, provided numerous options for us to experience and we enjoyed them all. The accommodations were good. The route information and maps were excellent. The plan worked well, with scenic driving and adventures spaced out well. The wifi device was a great thing to have.

One problem we ran into a few times was communications. For example, one of the self-checkin guesthouses did not send any information to me ahead of time. I did not know it was self checkin, so did not realize the issue until we actually arrived and were locked out. Also, when one of the tours was rescheduled at the last minute, our specialist helpfully rebooked the tour, but our notice came only by email (rather than a phone call), and we did not have any wifi access, so missed the opportunity.

Activity Reviews
Myvatn Nature Baths
Myvatn Nature Baths
Lake Mývatn
Husavik Whale Watching
Husavik Whale Watching
Iceland
Local specialist: Othman A

From start to finish, our trip to Iceland went off without a hitch...
Iceland | Nov 8 - Nov 13, 2024

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Karen W.
Pittsfield, MA | Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024
From start to finish, our trip to Iceland went off without a hitch. All the transfers were pre-arranged and the #1 Bus Stop was only a 5 minute walk from our hotel in Reykjavik. We loved walking around the city and exploring out of the way areas. There were multiple restaurants to choose from. We enjoyed dining at Apotek, Sumac and Rok. The breakfast buffet at Apotek was exceptional! Unfortunately, our northern lights tour had be cancelled twice due to unfavorable weather conditions. On... Read more

From start to finish, our trip to Iceland went off without a hitch. All the transfers were pre-arranged and the #1 Bus Stop was only a 5 minute walk from our hotel in Reykjavik. We loved walking around the city and exploring out of the way areas. There were multiple restaurants to choose from. We enjoyed dining at Apotek, Sumac and Rok. The breakfast buffet at Apotek was exceptional! Unfortunately, our northern lights tour had be cancelled twice due to unfavorable weather conditions.

On our 3rd day, Jói from Arctic Adventures picked us up for the 3 day South Coast tour. We saw several waterfalls and a geyser, hiked on a glacier (our guide was from Dublin) and on our way to Kirkjubaejarklaustur the first night, Jói stopped the bus so that we could get out to see the northern lights. Beautiful!

Local specialist: Preeti Bhide

Adam was incredibly helpful and the trip he p...
Iceland | Nov 9 - Nov 18, 2024

James
James S.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Nov 19, 2024
Adam was incredibly helpful and the trip he planned was fantastic. We had some slight changes due to weather-no ones fault. However, Adam was always very quick to reply and provide us with an amazing plan B. He had fantastic communication and set up everything in a way that was convenient, streamlined, and easy to follow. Even in the initial planning stage, he worked very closely with us to provide the best trip possible, providing plenty of opportunities and great advice that was so... Read more

Adam was incredibly helpful and the trip he planned was fantastic. We had some slight changes due to weather-no ones fault. However, Adam was always very quick to reply and provide us with an amazing plan B. He had fantastic communication and set up everything in a way that was convenient, streamlined, and easy to follow. Even in the initial planning stage, he worked very closely with us to provide the best trip possible, providing plenty of opportunities and great advice that was so incredibly helpful. Would love to work with Adam again!

As the other person in this trip I figured I should chime in as well. Adam was fantastic! We committed the cardinal sin of travel and didn’t research very much. It didn’t matter because Adam did that for us. He was on top of everything. Very easy to get a hold of and even helped while we were in our trip and had to make last minute changes due to weather. Adam was great. I’d work with him again! Thanks Adam!

Local specialist: Adam Warszawski
Adam
Adam Warszawski
Local specialist in Poland / Iceland | Replied on Nov 20, 2024

Thank you so much for the great review! Maybe you weren't the luckiest when it came to the weather, but I'm glad that despite that, you had a fantastic trip! Thank you for the smooth communication, it was great working with you!

Our second KimKim trip ...
Iceland | Nov 5 - Nov 11, 2024

Susan
Susan M.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Nov 14, 2024
This was our second trip planned through KimKim in 2024. As with the first, it was tailored to our interests and seamless! Working with Eric was again a pleasure, he offered various ideas and options for the itinerary and was responsive to questions and concerns. Read more

This was our second trip planned through KimKim in 2024. As with the first, it was tailored to our interests and seamless! Working with Eric was again a pleasure, he offered various ideas and options for the itinerary and was responsive to questions and concerns.

Activity Reviews
Forest Lagoon
Forest Lagoon
Iceland

The best of all seven great geothermal baths we visited on this trip! Such a beautiful setting and varied options for soaking and sauna.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Krauma
Iceland

Runner up for the best stop. Beautiful setting, multiple pools for soaking, infrared sauna and a steam room.

Quality of Experience
The view, the variety of soaking pool (temperatures), the saunas
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We were able to enter several hours earlier than reservation time, friendly staff
The Geothermal Vok Baths
The Geothermal Vok Baths
Iceland

The beauty of the baths are best appreciated with a little daylight - we arrived after dark, and were unable to visual the setting very well. This is not a criticism of the facility - we understand the concept of keeping artificial lighting to a minimum!

Quality of Experience
The natural setting, several pools and the quiet - other than a few loud guests, but they were just enjoying themselves.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Explained the process upon arrival.
Local specialist: Èric D
Èric
Èric D
Local specialist in France / Iceland | Replied on Nov 15, 2024

Hi Susan,

Thank you for trusting us once again to prepare this second trip to Iceland for you and Leo. As always, it was a pleasure working with you on creating this adventure and bringing it to life :-)

All the best,
Èric

It was a fantastic trip.
Iceland | Oct 20 - Oct 25, 2024

Mike
Mike R.
Boston, MA | Reviewed on Nov 01, 2024

It was a fantastic trip. Snorkeling in Silfra was amazing. The itinerary was very good, lodging, food, all great.

Local specialist: Hanna Kravchenko
Hanna
Hanna Kravchenko
Local specialist in Ukraine / Iceland | Replied on Nov 08, 2024

Hi Mike, thank you for your feedback! I am glad you had a fantastic trip to Iceland!
Wishing you wonderful future travels,
Hanna