# Sterna Travel — Full Reference > Sterna Travel is an Icelandic tour operator and a brand of GTS ehf., founded in 2002 and registered at Fossnes C, 800 Selfoss, Iceland. It runs guided day tours, highland super-jeep adventures, multi-day expeditions, Reykjavík city experiences, scheduled airport and highland transfers, and cruise shore excursions across Iceland. Tours run in small groups with local guides — coach tours depart from BSÍ Bus Terminal in Reykjavík, boat tours from the Old Harbour, and city experiences meet at the venue — operating year-round. Contact: +354 480-1200, info@sternatravel.com. This is the long-form companion to /llms.txt. Each entry below includes a short description to help AI systems understand the page's purpose. Base URL: https://sternatravel.com. ## Company - [About Sterna Travel](https://sternatravel.com/about): Company background since 2002, including the fleet, certifications, and approach to small-group guided travel in Iceland. - [Our Guides](https://sternatravel.com/our-guides): Profiles of named guides and their credentials, languages, and areas of expertise. - [Our Fleet](https://sternatravel.com/our-fleet): The vehicle fleet, from touring coaches to modified 4x4 super-jeeps used on highland F-roads. - [Sustainability](https://sternatravel.com/sustainability): Environmental commitments and responsible-tourism practices. - [Partners](https://sternatravel.com/partners): Information for travel-trade partners and resellers. - [Contact](https://sternatravel.com/contact): Phone, email, and the registered office address for enquiries and support. ## Tours (Overview) - [All Tours](https://sternatravel.com/tours): The full catalogue of tours and experiences across every category. - [Day Tours](https://sternatravel.com/tours/day-tours): Guided single-day trips departing from Reykjavík. - [Highland Adventures](https://sternatravel.com/tours/highland): Super-jeep expeditions into Iceland's central highlands. - [Multi-Day Expeditions](https://sternatravel.com/tours/multi-day): Itineraries of two or more days circling or crossing the country. - [Reykjavík Experiences](https://sternatravel.com/tours/reykjavik): City walks, food, culture, photography, and lagoon visits in the capital. - [Transfers](https://sternatravel.com/transfers): Scheduled airport, lagoon, and highland bus services. - [Shore Excursions](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions): Ship-timed day trips for cruise passengers at Icelandic ports. - [Destinations](https://sternatravel.com/destinations): Region and route overviews with linked tours. - [Travel Guides](https://sternatravel.com/guides): In-depth planning guides for visiting Iceland. - [Blog](https://sternatravel.com/blog): Articles, tips, and trip inspiration. ## Day Tours from Reykjavík - [Golden Circle](https://sternatravel.com/tours/day-tours/golden-circle): The classic loop visiting Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area with the erupting Strokkur, and the two-tier Gullfoss waterfall. - [Golden Circle & Blue Lagoon](https://sternatravel.com/tours/day-tours/golden-circle-blue-lagoon): The Golden Circle highlights combined with a relaxing soak at the geothermal Blue Lagoon on the Reykjanes Peninsula. - [Golden Circle & Northern Lights](https://sternatravel.com/tours/day-tours/golden-circle-northern-lights): The Golden Circle by day followed by an evening hunt for the aurora borealis (seasonal). - [Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon](https://sternatravel.com/tours/day-tours/golden-circle-secret-lagoon): The Golden Circle paired with a visit to the historic Secret Lagoon hot spring in the village of Flúðir. - [Golden Circle & Sky Lagoon](https://sternatravel.com/tours/day-tours/golden-circle-sky-lagoon): The Golden Circle paired with Reykjavík's oceanfront Sky Lagoon and its seven-step ritual. - [South Coast](https://sternatravel.com/tours/day-tours/south-coast): The south-coast waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss and the dramatic Reynisfjara black-sand beach near Vík. - [Snæfellsnes Peninsula](https://sternatravel.com/tours/day-tours/snaefellsnes): The "Iceland in miniature" peninsula, taking in Kirkjufell mountain, Arnarstapi's coastline, and Snæfellsjökull glacier. - [Northern Lights](https://sternatravel.com/tours/day-tours/northern-lights): An evening aurora-hunting tour heading away from city lights, running roughly September to April. - [Whale Watching](https://sternatravel.com/tours/day-tours/whale-watching): A boat tour on Faxaflói Bay to spot whales, dolphins, and seabirds. - [Ice Cave](https://sternatravel.com/tours/day-tours/ice-cave): A winter-season visit to the natural blue ice caves of the Vatnajökull glacier. ## Highland Adventures - [Landmannalaugar Explorer](https://sternatravel.com/tours/highland/landmannalaugar-explorer): A super-jeep day in the Fjallabak reserve, with multicoloured rhyolite mountains and natural geothermal hot springs. - [Þórsmörk Valley Trek](https://sternatravel.com/tours/highland/thorsmork-valley-trek): A 4x4 trip into the sheltered Þórsmörk valley, crossing glacial rivers between Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull. - [Kerlingarfjöll Hot Springs](https://sternatravel.com/tours/highland/kerlingarfjoll-hot-springs): A highland excursion to the Kerlingarfjöll range with its steaming geothermal valley and rhyolite peaks. - [Askja Caldera Expedition](https://sternatravel.com/tours/highland/askja-caldera-expedition): A long expedition into the remote central highlands to the Askja volcanic caldera and Víti crater. ## Multi-Day Expeditions - [Ring Road Complete](https://sternatravel.com/tours/multi-day/ring-road-complete): A full circumnavigation of Iceland along Route 1, covering the major regions and highlights over several days. - [South Coast & Glacier](https://sternatravel.com/tours/multi-day/south-coast-glacier): A south-coast journey to Vík, the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, and the icebergs of Diamond Beach. - [Westfjords Explorer](https://sternatravel.com/tours/multi-day/westfjords-explorer): An expedition through the remote, sparsely populated Westfjords peninsula in the northwest. - [Highlands & Hot Springs](https://sternatravel.com/tours/multi-day/highlands-hot-springs): Interior highland crossings combined with stops at natural and geothermal hot springs. ## Reykjavík Experiences - [City Walking Tour](https://sternatravel.com/tours/reykjavik/city-walking-tour): A guided walk through central Reykjavík's landmarks, history, and culture. - [Food Walk](https://sternatravel.com/tours/reykjavik/food-walk): A tasting walk sampling Icelandic specialities at local food spots. - [Bike Tour](https://sternatravel.com/tours/reykjavik/bike-tour): A guided cycling tour along the capital's coast and neighbourhoods. - [Photography Walk](https://sternatravel.com/tours/reykjavik/photography-walk): A guided photo walk capturing Reykjavík's most photogenic spots. - [Pub & Brewery Tour](https://sternatravel.com/tours/reykjavik/pub-brewery-tour): A tour of the city's craft-beer scene, pubs, and breweries. - [Pool Crawl](https://sternatravel.com/tours/reykjavik/pool-crawl): A visit to Reykjavík's geothermal swimming pools and hot tubs, a cornerstone of local life. - [Lava Show](https://sternatravel.com/tours/reykjavik/lava-show): A live indoor show where real molten lava is poured in front of the audience. - [FlyOver Iceland](https://sternatravel.com/tours/reykjavik/flyover-iceland): A flying-theatre attraction that simulates soaring over Iceland's landscapes. - [Hidden Worlds Museum Walk](https://sternatravel.com/tours/reykjavik/hidden-worlds-museum-walk): A walk exploring Icelandic folklore, elves, and hidden-worlds traditions through museum exhibits. - [Sky Lagoon Evening](https://sternatravel.com/tours/reykjavik/sky-lagoon-evening): An evening visit to the oceanfront Sky Lagoon geothermal spa. - [Northern Lights Cruise](https://sternatravel.com/tours/reykjavik/northern-lights-cruise): An aurora-hunting boat cruise departing from the old harbour (seasonal). - [Whale Photography Workshop](https://sternatravel.com/tours/reykjavik/whale-photography-workshop): A whale-watching trip on Faxaflói Bay focused on wildlife photography technique. ## Transfers & Bus Passes - [Keflavík Airport ↔ Reykjavík](https://sternatravel.com/transfers/kef-reykjavik): A scheduled transfer connecting Keflavík International Airport with Reykjavík. - [Blue Lagoon Transfer](https://sternatravel.com/transfers/blue-lagoon): A round-trip transfer between Reykjavík and the Blue Lagoon. - [Þórsmörk Bus](https://sternatravel.com/transfers/thorsmork-bus): A scheduled highland bus serving the Þórsmörk valley. - [Landmannalaugar Bus](https://sternatravel.com/transfers/landmannalaugar-bus): A scheduled highland bus providing access to Landmannalaugar and the Laugavegur trail. - [South Coast Bus Pass](https://sternatravel.com/transfers/south-coast-bus-pass): A hop-on hop-off pass along the south coast. - [Highland Hikers Bus](https://sternatravel.com/transfers/highland-hikers-bus): A multi-trail bus pass for hikers accessing highland trailheads. ## Shore Excursions (Cruise Ports) Sterna Travel operates ship-timed excursions designed to return cruise passengers to port before departure. - [Reykjavík](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/reykjavik): The capital-region cruise-port hub and its available excursions. - [Golden Circle Express (Reykjavík)](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/reykjavik/golden-circle-express-reykjavik): A condensed, ship-timed Golden Circle tour for cruise calls. - [Reykjavík Foodie Walk](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/reykjavik/reykjavik-foodie-walk): An in-port tasting walk through Reykjavík's food scene. - [Reykjavík Whale Watching](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/reykjavik/reykjavik-whale-watching): A whale-watching trip on Faxaflói Bay timed to the ship's schedule. - [Akureyri](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/akureyri): The North-Iceland cruise-port hub and its available excursions. - [Mývatn & Goðafoss](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/akureyri/myvatn-godafoss): The geothermal Lake Mývatn area and the Goðafoss "waterfall of the gods". - [Eyjafjörður Whale Watching](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/akureyri/eyjafjordur-whale-watching): Whale watching on Eyjafjörður, Iceland's longest fjord. - [Vaglaskógur & Horse Farm](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/akureyri/vaglaskogur-horse-farm): A visit to the Vaglaskógur woodland and an Icelandic-horse farm. - [Ísafjörður](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/isafjordur): The Westfjords cruise-port hub and its available excursions. - [Vigur Island Puffins](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/isafjordur/vigur-island-puffins): A boat trip to Vigur Island to see puffins and other seabirds. - [Westfjords Scenic: Þingeyri & Dynjandi](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/isafjordur/westfjords-scenic-thingeyri-dynjandi): A scenic drive to Þingeyri and the tiered Dynjandi waterfall. - [Ísafjörður Fishermen Heritage](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/isafjordur/isafjordur-fishermen-heritage): A walk through the maritime and fishing heritage of Ísafjörður. - [Seyðisfjörður](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/seydisfjordur): The East-Iceland cruise-port hub and its available excursions. - [Hengifoss Trek](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/seydisfjordur/hengifoss-trek): A hike to Hengifoss, one of Iceland's tallest waterfalls, with its red clay strata. - [East Iceland Reindeer Country](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/seydisfjordur/east-iceland-reindeer-country): A scenic drive through East Iceland, home to the country's wild reindeer. - [Seyðisfjörður Heritage Walk](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/seydisfjordur/seydisfjordur-heritage-walk): A walk through the historic, colourful fjord town of Seyðisfjörður. - [Grundarfjörður](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/grundarfjordur): The Snæfellsnes cruise-port hub and its available excursions. - [Kirkjufell & Snæfellsjökull](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/grundarfjordur/kirkjufell-snaefellsjokull): Iceland's iconic Kirkjufell mountain and the Snæfellsjökull glacier. - [Snæfellsnes Coast Tour](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/grundarfjordur/snaefellsnes-coast-tour): A tour of the Snæfellsnes peninsula's coastal highlights. - [Búðir & Hellnar Lava Walk](https://sternatravel.com/shore-excursions/grundarfjordur/budir-hellnar-lava-walk): A coastal lava-field walk between the hamlets of Búðir and Hellnar. ## Destinations - [Golden Circle](https://sternatravel.com/destinations/golden-circle): The region covering Þingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss, with linked tours. - [South Coast](https://sternatravel.com/destinations/south-coast): The waterfall-and-black-sand coastline from Seljalandsfoss to Vík and beyond. - [Snæfellsnes](https://sternatravel.com/destinations/snaefellsnes): The peninsula of Kirkjufell, lava fields, and Snæfellsjökull glacier. - [Reykjanes](https://sternatravel.com/destinations/reykjanes): The volcanic peninsula near Keflavík, home to the Blue Lagoon and recent eruptions. - [Highlands](https://sternatravel.com/destinations/highlands): Iceland's uninhabited interior, accessible by 4x4 in summer. - [Reykjavík](https://sternatravel.com/destinations/reykjavik): The capital city and base for most tours. - [North Iceland](https://sternatravel.com/destinations/north-iceland): The Akureyri region, Lake Mývatn, and northern fjords. - [East Iceland](https://sternatravel.com/destinations/east-iceland): The eastern fjords, reindeer country, and Seyðisfjörður. - [Westfjords](https://sternatravel.com/destinations/westfjords-region): The remote northwestern peninsula of dramatic fjords and birdlife. ## Travel Guides - [Best Time to Visit Iceland](https://sternatravel.com/guides/best-time-to-visit-iceland): A month-by-month overview of weather, daylight, and what to do in each season. - [Best Places to Visit in Iceland](https://sternatravel.com/guides/best-places-to-visit-iceland): A roundup of the country's most rewarding destinations and sights. - [Things to Do in Iceland](https://sternatravel.com/guides/things-to-do-in-iceland): A broad guide to activities and experiences across the country. - [Best Day Trips from Reykjavík](https://sternatravel.com/guides/best-day-trips-from-reykjavik): The top single-day excursions reachable from the capital. - [Golden Circle Iceland Itinerary](https://sternatravel.com/guides/golden-circle-iceland-itinerary): A detailed itinerary for the Golden Circle route. - [South Iceland Itinerary: 1-Day Trip from Reykjavík](https://sternatravel.com/guides/south-iceland-itinerary-1-day-trip-from-reykjavik): A one-day plan for the south coast from Reykjavík. - [Iceland Ring Road Itinerary: 7, 10 & 14 Days](https://sternatravel.com/guides/iceland-ring-road-itinerary-7-10-and-14-days): Suggested Ring Road itineraries at three different trip lengths. - [Snæfellsnes Peninsula: The Complete Road-Trip Guide](https://sternatravel.com/guides/snaefellsnes-peninsula-the-complete-road-trip-guide): A full road-trip guide to Snæfellsnes. - [Northern Lights in Iceland](https://sternatravel.com/guides/northern-lights-in-iceland): How, when, and where to see the aurora borealis. - [Iceland Midnight Sun Guide](https://sternatravel.com/guides/iceland-midnight-sun-guide): What to expect from the long summer days and how to make the most of them. - [Iceland Hot Springs Map](https://sternatravel.com/guides/iceland-hot-springs-map): A guide to natural and built hot springs around the country. - [Silfra Snorkelling](https://sternatravel.com/guides/silfra-snorkelling): Snorkelling the Silfra fissure between tectonic plates at Þingvellir. - [Glacier Hiking in Iceland](https://sternatravel.com/guides/glacier-hiking-iceland): What glacier hikes involve, where to do them, and how to prepare. - [Laugavegur Trek](https://sternatravel.com/guides/laugavegur-trek): A guide to Iceland's famous multi-day highland trail. - [Puffin Watching in Iceland](https://sternatravel.com/guides/puffin-watching-iceland): When and where to see Atlantic puffins. - [Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon](https://sternatravel.com/guides/joekulsarlon-glacier-lagoon): A guide to the famous glacier lagoon and nearby Diamond Beach. - [How to Visit Jökulsárlón from Reykjavík](https://sternatravel.com/guides/how-to-visit-joekulsarlon-from-reykjavik): Practical options for reaching Jökulsárlón from the capital. - [Iceland Travel Checklist](https://sternatravel.com/guides/iceland-travel-checklist): A practical packing and planning checklist for an Iceland trip. ## Help & Policies - [FAQ](https://sternatravel.com/faq): Answers to common questions about booking, pickup, weather, and tours. - [Pickup & Meeting Points](https://sternatravel.com/pickup-and-meeting-points): Where and how pickups work via Reykjavík's official numbered bus stops, plus all departure points. - [Cancellations & Changes](https://sternatravel.com/cancellations-and-changes): Cancellation deadlines, refunds, and how to change a booking. - [Accessibility](https://sternatravel.com/accessibility): Accessibility information for tours and the website. - [Privacy Policy](https://sternatravel.com/privacy): How personal data is collected, used, and protected under GDPR. - [Terms & Booking Conditions](https://sternatravel.com/terms): The terms that apply when booking a tour or transfer.