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Vestrahorn

Toby and the McKay Team have teamed up with an exceptional local guide to craft an 8-day Iceland itinerary packed with epic photo opportunities—from Snæfellsnes’ dramatic cliffs to the glacial lagoons of the Southeast. Led by a lifelong Icelandic photographer and designed with carefully selected overnight stays, this trip is all about maximizing shooting time and minimizing repacking. We’ll chase golden-hour light… and the Northern Lights.

Registration opens soon—join the priority list now for early access before spots go public. Full details including cost listed below.

Trip Highlights will Include

At first glance, this might look like an AI-generated list of every iconic spot in Iceland—but it’s not. This is a carefully curated collection of locations that I’ve put together with Páll, your local guide and lifelong Iceland resident. It blends well-known gems with lesser-known stunners to create a truly unforgettable and photogenic Iceland experience.  This list paired with the always important McKay FLEXIBILITY means we will put you at stunning locations in the best possible light!

⛰️ SNÆFELLSNES PENINSULA GEMS
  • Kirkjufell's iconic mountain & waterfall - Probably the most photographed mountain in Iceland
  • Svöðufoss waterfall - On a good day it is a perfect foreground for Snæfellsjökull glacier
  • Svörtuloft lighthouse - Standing on the edge of a basalt cliff with sea stacks and arches
  • Lóndrangar’s dramatic sea cliffs - Home to hundreds of sea-birds
  • Dagverðará deserted farm - The ruin of an abandoned farmhouse in the middle of a field
  • Hellnar village - Has a unique cliff and a gorge on the coast, wonderful basalt formations
  • Arnarstapi’s coastal lava formations - The Gatklettur arch and a couple of ravines in the cliff
  • Bjarnarfoss waterfall - A tall waterfall dropping of the edge of a basalt cliff
  • Black church at Búðir - The unique old timber church which offers a variety of shooting angles
  • Hraunfossar waterfall - Beautiful waterfall with great autumn colours in a birch forest
And more … 🌄 Golden Circle Highlights
  • Þingvellir National Park’s Secret Waterfall – A hidden gem framed by ancient lava flows
  • Historic Þingvellir Church – A rustic landmark set against sweeping autumn landscapes
  • Brúarfoss – The "Blue Jewel" of Iceland, with its stunning turquoise cascade
  • Geysir & Strokkur – Capture the explosive power of Iceland’s geothermal heart
  • Gullfoss waterfall - One of the big waterfalls in the south of Iceland
🌊 Southeast Coast Wonders
  • Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss and Kvernufoss – Iconic waterfalls with unique perspectives
  • Vík & Reynisfjara – Dramatic black sand beaches and towering basalt columns
  • Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon – A moss-lined masterpiece of winding river curves
  • Svínafellsjökull - One of several glacier outlets from Vatnajökull, easy to access
  • Fjallsárlón - A glacier lagoon with floating icebergs in front of Fjallsjökull glacier
  • Jökulsárlón & Diamond Beach – Glacial icebergs and black sand glittering with ice
  • Vestrahorn and Stokksnes beach - The iconic mountain Vestrahorn with a black sand beach
  • Eystrahorn mountain - The warden of the East, a magnificent mountain on the Hvalnes peninsula
  🗓️ Starts & Ends in Reykjavík – Easy arrivals and departures.

THE DETAILS: Iceland

  • Dates: Mid-September, 2026
  • Price: $8995
    • $2000 deposit and then a monthly no-interest payment plan is available!
    • Non-Photographer spouse or friend discounted rate is available (LIMITED AVAILABILITY)
    • PEN Member eligible discount
  • Price includes:
    • MPA team personally educating and photographing with you
    • Full days of shooting with instruction including aurora photography instruction
    • Single Accommodation
    • Breakfast
    • Transportation in Iceland during tour dates- Our own Private and comfortable vehicles with room for our gear!
    • All permits, park entrance fees, and fees for listed set activities
  • Price DOES NOT include:
    • Transportation to Iceland (Keflavík International Airport – KEF)
    • Travel Insurance – HIGHLY recommended
    • Personal Expenses (additional meals, beverages, alcohol, wifi, laundry, etc)
    • Additional Tours or Excursions
    • Tips and Gratuities
The trip is not confirmed until the deposit is placed. Due to limited space, there are NO EXCEPTIONS to this and it is on a first come first serve basis. Contact us with any questions.

 

*Instructors are scheduled but could change if needed. You will always have a top MPA instructor team! 

Registration opens soon—join the priority list now for early access before spots go public. Fill out the form above.